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September 3, 2019
23 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Michael J. Hickey, Susan G. Salamoff, Jonathan H. Freedman, Karen Adelman-Foster, Richard P. Jennett
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
(the minutes do not state the motion)
On a motion by Sue Salamoff, seconded by Jonathan Freedman, the Board voted 5-0-0, confirmed by a roll call vote (Mr. Hickey-Yes; Ms. Salamoff-Yes; Mr. Freedman-Yes; Ms. Adelman-Foster-Yes; Mr. Jennett-Yes), to enter Executive Session to discuss:
From the minutes
“On a motion by Sue Salamoff, seconded by Jonathan Freedman, the Board voted 5-0-0, confirmed by a roll call vote (Mr. Hickey-Yes; Ms. Salamoff-Yes; Mr. Freedman-Yes; Ms. Adelman-Foster-Yes; Mr. Jennett-Yes), to enter Executive Session to discuss:.” (Motion: Salamoff, second: Freedman)
Veterans' Services Officer
Sign and make official a Town of Natick Resolution recognizing the Town as a Purple Heart Community and September 3rd as Purple Heart Day in the Town of Natick
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to sign and make official a Town of Natick Resolution recognizing the Town as a Purple Heart Community and September 3rd as Purple Heart Day in the Town of Natick.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to sign and make official a Town of Natick Resolution recognizing the Town as a Purple Heart Community and September 3rd as Purple Heart Day in the Town of Natick..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Police Chief
Clarify the Police Department's Parking Rules and Regulations to say that the passenger side of a vehicle must be within 12 inches of the curb on a two-way street
On a motion by Karen Adelman-Foster, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to clarify the Police Department's Parking Rules and Regulations to say that the passenger side of a vehicle must be within 12 inches of the curb on a two-way street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Karen Adelman-Foster, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to clarify the Police Department's Parking Rules and Regulations to say that the passenger side of a vehicle must be within 12 inches of the curb on a two-way street..” (Motion: Adelman-Foster, second: Salamoff)
Hold a public hearing relative to a request for a change of address from 34A West Central Street to 34R West Central Street
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to hold a public hearing relative to a request for a change of address from 34A West Central Street to 34R West Central Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to hold a public hearing relative to a request for a change of address from 34A West Central Street to 34R West Central Street..” (Motion: Freedman, second: Adelman-Foster)
Approve a "HIDDEN DRIVEWAY" sign in the vicinity of 78 Winter Street; to add a Pedestrian Safety sign (CHILDREN) on Keene Road; and to approve a STOP sign, STOP Line, and stenciled STOP on...
On a motion by Sue Salamoff, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve a "HIDDEN DRIVEWAY" sign in the vicinity of 78 Winter Street; to add a Pedestrian Safety sign (CHILDREN) on Keene Road; and to approve a STOP sign, STOP Line, and stenciled STOP on Westlake Road at Waring Road. Appointment of Permanent Full-Time Police Officers: Jackson Dwyer, Steven Gould, Benjamin Shea: Chief Hicks introduced Jackson Dwyer and Steven Gould.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Sue Salamoff, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve a "HIDDEN DRIVEWAY" sign in the vicinity of 78 Winter Street; to add a Pedestrian Safety sign (CHILDREN) on Keene Road; and to approve a STOP sign, STOP Line, and stenciled STOP on Westlake Road at Waring Road. Appointment of Permanent Full-Time Police Officers: Jackson Dwyer, Steven Gould, Benjamin Shea: Chief Hicks introduced Jackson Dwyer and Steven Gould..” (Motion: Salamoff, second: Adelman-Foster)
Appoint Jackson Dwyer, Steven Gould, and Benjamin Shea as permanent, full- time police officers contingent upon successful completion of a medical examination, psychological examination, physical...
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5- 0-0 to appoint Jackson Dwyer, Steven Gould, and Benjamin Shea as permanent, full- time police officers contingent upon successful completion of a medical examination, psychological examination, physical abilities test, completion of the Police Academy, and any other requirements necessary for successful certification with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Human Resources Division.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5- 0-0 to appoint Jackson Dwyer, Steven Gould, and Benjamin Shea as permanent, full- time police officers contingent upon successful completion of a medical examination, psychological examination, physical abilities test, completion of the Police Academy, and any other requirements necessary for successful certification with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Human Resources Division..” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Bypass two candidates who appeared higher on the Civil Service list: Sean Ahern and Ethan Glass
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Jonathan Freedman, the Board voted 5- 0-0 to bypass two candidates who appeared higher on the Civil Service list: Sean Ahern and Ethan Glass.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Jonathan Freedman, the Board voted 5- 0-0 to bypass two candidates who appeared higher on the Civil Service list: Sean Ahern and Ethan Glass..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Freedman)
Approve an MOA between the Town and the NAHT that would allow access to 299-301 Bacon Street and the Town right of way, as necessary for the construction of the force main
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve an MOA between the Town and the NAHT that would allow access to 299-301 Bacon Street and the Town right of way, as necessary for the construction of the force main.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve an MOA between the Town and the NAHT that would allow access to 299-301 Bacon Street and the Town right of way, as necessary for the construction of the force main..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Adelman-Foster)
Recreation and Parks Director
Award a contract for playground repairs at various playgrounds in Natick to Reale Associates, Inc. in the amount of $41,500
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to award a contract for playground repairs at various playgrounds in Natick to Reale Associates, Inc. in the amount of $41,500.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to award a contract for playground repairs at various playgrounds in Natick to Reale Associates, Inc. in the amount of $41,500..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Close Irving Street between Bradford and Richard Roads on September 21st for a neighborhood block party with the understanding that this approval is subject to any conditions suggested by Lt. Lauzon
On a motion by Karen Adelman-Foster, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to close Irving Street between Bradford and Richard Roads on September 21st for a neighborhood block party with the understanding that this approval is subject to any conditions suggested by Lt. Lauzon.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Karen Adelman-Foster, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to close Irving Street between Bradford and Richard Roads on September 21st for a neighborhood block party with the understanding that this approval is subject to any conditions suggested by Lt. Lauzon..” (Motion: Adelman-Foster, second: Jennett)
Approve Eversource Grant of Location Requests
Approve the grant of location on Superior Drive to relocate a pole to accommodate a new driveway and garage entrance for MathWorks
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the grant of location on Superior Drive to relocate a pole to accommodate a new driveway and garage entrance for MathWorks.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Karen Adelman-Foster, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the grant of location on Superior Drive to relocate a pole to accommodate a new driveway and garage entrance for MathWorks..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Adelman-Foster)
Wegman's
Approve the change in corporate officers for the S12 license.
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in corporate officers for the S12 license.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in corporate officers for the S12 license. .” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Approve the change in corporate officers for the S15 license.
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in corporate officers for the S15 license.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in corporate officers for the S15 license. .” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Approve the change in manager of record for the S12 license.
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in manager of record for the S12 license.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in manager of record for the S12 license. .” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Approve the change in manager of record for the S15 license
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in manager of record for the S15 license.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the change in manager of record for the S15 license..” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Route 27 Layout Alteration Plans (Article 23, 2019 Fall Annual Town Meeting)
Approve: Route 27 Layout Alteration Plans (Article 23, 2019 Fall Annual Town Meeting)
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 their intention to alter the layout of North Main Street (Route 27) and the adjacent streets as shown on a set of plans entitled "Layout Alteration Route 27 Roadway Improvements North Main Street Natick, Massachusetts," dated April 2, 2019, prepared by Lighthouse Surveying, LLC.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 their intention to alter the layout of North Main Street (Route 27) and the adjacent streets as shown on a set of plans entitled "Layout Alteration Route 27 Roadway Improvements North Main Street Natick, Massachusetts," dated April 2, 2019, prepared by Lighthouse Surveying, LLC. .” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Request the recommendation of the Planning Board regarding the proposed alteration plans
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to request the recommendation of the Planning Board regarding the proposed alteration plans.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to request the recommendation of the Planning Board regarding the proposed alteration plans..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Authorize Chair to Sign Letter to MassDOT RE
Authorize the Chair to sign and send a letter to MassDOT regarding modifications to the Cochituate Rail Trail construction project, including such things as benches, hardware for historic...
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to authorize the Chair to sign and send a letter to MassDOT regarding modifications to the Cochituate Rail Trail construction project, including such things as benches, hardware for historic interpretive signs, pavers, etc.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to authorize the Chair to sign and send a letter to MassDOT regarding modifications to the Cochituate Rail Trail construction project, including such things as benches, hardware for historic interpretive signs, pavers, etc..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Deputy Town Administrator for Operations
Approve the requested change order in the amount of $110,000. East Central Street Water Main Cleaning/Relining Change Order: During the course of the Routes 9 and 135 water main cleaning/lining...
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5- 0-0 to approve the requested change order in the amount of $110,000. East Central Street Water Main Cleaning/Relining Change Order: During the course of the Routes 9 and 135 water main cleaning/lining project (for which 1.1 million dollars were appropriated at the 2017 Fall Annual Town Meeting), it was determined that several portions of pipe actually require placement (as opposed to simple cleaning and relining) at an additional cost of $424,700, requiring a Change Order in that amount, bringing the total contract amount to $2,548,390.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5- 0-0 to approve the requested change order in the amount of $110,000. East Central Street Water Main Cleaning/Relining Change Order: During the course of the Routes 9 and 135 water main cleaning/lining project (for which 1.1 million dollars were appropriated at the 2017 Fall Annual Town Meeting), it was determined that several portions of pipe actually require placement (as opposed to simple cleaning and relining) at an additional cost of $424,700, requiring a Change Order in that amount, bringing the total contract amount to $2,548,390..” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Approve the Change Order prepared by Haley & Ward for $424,700 as presented to the Town of Natick in August 2019 related to the Routes 9 and 135 projects, and to approve an advance of funds in...
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Change Order prepared by Haley & Ward for $424,700 as presented to the Town of Natick in August 2019 related to the Routes 9 and 135 projects, and to approve an advance of funds in lieu of borrowing for a total of $1,100,000.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Change Order prepared by Haley & Ward for $424,700 as presented to the Town of Natick in August 2019 related to the Routes 9 and 135 projects, and to approve an advance of funds in lieu of borrowing for a total of $1,100,000..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Approve motions for Articles 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, and 23 as presented with the general condition that minor administrative changes may be made by the Town Administration and Town Counsel, and...
On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve motions for Articles 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, and 23 as presented with the general condition that minor administrative changes may be made by the Town Administration and Town Counsel, and with the inclusion of the Free Cash provision in Article 17 as discussed above. Citizen Petition Articles: Mr. Hickey stated that the Board would not engage in any discussion this evening relevant to Citizen Petition Articles but is asked to weigh in on what Articles to hear more about.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Jonathan Freedman, seconded by Richard Jennett, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve motions for Articles 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, and 23 as presented with the general condition that minor administrative changes may be made by the Town Administration and Town Counsel, and with the inclusion of the Free Cash provision in Article 17 as discussed above. Citizen Petition Articles: Mr. Hickey stated that the Board would not engage in any discussion this evening relevant to Citizen Petition Articles but is asked to weigh in on what Articles to hear more about..” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve the Consent Agenda as follows
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Sue Salamoff, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:.” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Jonathan Freedman, the Board voted 5-0-0 to adjourn the meeting at 10:35 p.m.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Jennett, seconded by Jonathan Freedman, the Board voted 5-0-0 to adjourn the meeting at 10:35 p.m..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Freedman)
From the Natick Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the yearly minutes pages linked from the town’s Minutes page. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): Natick Report — Kristen Pope and Cody Jacobs (March 2026), Bruce Evans (March 2025) and Linda Wollschlager (March 2024 swearing-in, captioned); Natick Patch — Kathryn Coughlin (March 2022, courtesy of the candidate). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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