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February 18, 2020
10 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The minutes list Michael J. Hickey, Jr. as absent.
Present: Susan G. Salamoff, Jonathan H. Freedman, Richard P. Jennett, Karen Adelman-Foster
Absent: Michael J. Hickey
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session to discuss matters pertaining to: A. Pursuant to MGL c 30A, S21 (a)(3) To discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect...
Mr. Jennett, seconded by Ms. Adelman-Foster moved to enter into Executive Session to discuss matters pertaining to: A. Pursuant to MGL c 30A, S21 (a)(3) To discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Complaint of Massachusetts Cities and Towns regarding Deceptive marketing by Clean Choice Energy. The vote was as follows: Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Freedman Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes Mr. Jennett Yes
From the minutes
“Mr. Jennett, seconded by Ms. Adelman-Foster moved to enter into Executive Session to discuss matters pertaining to: A. Pursuant to MGL c 30A, S21 (a)(3) To discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Complaint of Massachusetts Cities and Towns regarding Deceptive marketing by Clean Choice Energy. The vote was as follows: Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Freedman Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes Mr. Jennett Yes.” (Motion: Jennett, second: Adelman-Foster)
ABI--LAB
Approve License
Grand Opening with the Governor on April 17th from 2-3:00pm Mr. Jennett moves to approve; Mr. Freedman seconds the Motion. Board Voted 4-0-0 to Approve License.
From the minutes
“Grand Opening with the Governor on April 17th from 2-3:00pm Mr. Jennett moves to approve; Mr. Freedman seconds the Motion. Board Voted 4-0-0 to Approve License..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Freedman)
Approve: ABI--LAB
Mr. Jennett moves to approve, Mr. Freedman seconds the motion; the Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jennett moves to approve, Mr. Freedman seconds the motion; the Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Freedman)
Parking for March 3rd and March 31st Elections Reserve meters for election parking
Approve Parking
2. Parking for March 3rd and March 31st Elections Reserve meters for election parking - Motion to approve bagging meters; Mr. Freedman moves to approve; Mr. Jennett seconds; Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve Parking.
From the minutes
“2. Parking for March 3rd and March 31st Elections Reserve meters for election parking - Motion to approve bagging meters; Mr. Freedman moves to approve; Mr. Jennett seconds; Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve Parking..” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Sign the 2020 SATM Warrant
Sign the Warrant
A. Sign the 2020 SATM Warrant Ms. Adelman Foster moves to Sign the 2020 SATM Warrant, Mr. Jennett seconds the Motion. The Board voted 4-0-0 to Sign the Warrant
From the minutes
“A. Sign the 2020 SATM Warrant Ms. Adelman Foster moves to Sign the 2020 SATM Warrant, Mr. Jennett seconds the Motion. The Board voted 4-0-0 to Sign the Warrant.” (Motion: Adelman-Foster, second: Jennett)
Approve: Sign the 2020 SATM Warrant
Mr. Freedman noted Articles 25 through 31 and Articles 37 through 40 should be referred to the Planning Board Motion to refer Articles 25 through 31 and Articles 37 through 40 to planning Board by Mr. Jennet, Seconded by Ms. Adelman Foster. Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve.
From the minutes
“Mr. Freedman noted Articles 25 through 31 and Articles 37 through 40 should be referred to the Planning Board Motion to refer Articles 25 through 31 and Articles 37 through 40 to planning Board by Mr. Jennet, Seconded by Ms. Adelman Foster. Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Adelman-Foster)
Potential Operational Override Timeline FPC discussed timing of an operational override
Approve: Potential Operational Override Timeline FPC discussed timing of an operational override
Ms. Salamoff moves to Support moving forward with Legal and Development process for use of a tax titled property at 246 North Main St.; Mr. Freedman seconds the motion; Board Voted 4-0-0 to Approve.
From the minutes
“Ms. Salamoff moves to Support moving forward with Legal and Development process for use of a tax titled property at 246 North Main St.; Mr. Freedman seconds the motion; Board Voted 4-0-0 to Approve..” (Motion: Salamoff, second: Freedman)
Henry Wilson Site
Approve: Henry Wilson Site
Mr. Jennett moves to support moving forward with the legal and development process for Henry Wilson Site, Ms. Salamoff seconds the Motion; Board Voted 4-0-0 to Approve.
From the minutes
“Mr. Jennett moves to support moving forward with the legal and development process for Henry Wilson Site, Ms. Salamoff seconds the Motion; Board Voted 4-0-0 to Approve..” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Sign the Annual Town Election Warrant;
Approve Consent Agenda
Mr. Freedman moves to approve Consent Agenda, Mr. Jennett seconds the Motion; Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve Consent Agenda.
From the minutes
“Mr. Freedman moves to approve Consent Agenda, Mr. Jennett seconds the Motion; Board voted 4-0-0 to Approve Consent Agenda..” (Motion: Freedman, second: Jennett)
Adjournment
Adjourn
On a motion by Ms. Salamoff, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the Board of Selectmen's Meeting at 9:45PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Salamoff, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the Board of Selectmen's Meeting at 9:45PM..” (Motion: Salamoff, second: Jennett)
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