MassVoter.com← Natick Select BoardNatick Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
June 30, 2021
9 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Karen Adelman-Foster, Richard P. Jennett, Michael J. Hickey, Susan G. Salamoff, Paul R. Joseph
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Certificate of Achievement for Marianne Iarossi, Open Space Planner & Conservation Agent attached
Approve the Resolution Honoring Rabbi Liben on his Retirement
On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to approve the Resolution Honoring Rabbi Liben on his Retirement.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to approve the Resolution Honoring Rabbi Liben on his Retirement..” (Motion: Hickey, second: Jennett)
Modify Stonegate Development Agreement Amendment
Modify the Stonegate Development Agreement Amendment with a language change to add an updated concept plan with language to be reviewed by Counsel
On a Motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to Modify the Stonegate Development Agreement Amendment with a language change to add an updated concept plan with language to be reviewed by Counsel. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes
From the minutes
“On a Motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to Modify the Stonegate Development Agreement Amendment with a language change to add an updated concept plan with language to be reviewed by Counsel. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Jennett)
Endorse Marijuana Process
Continue the RFI process as outlined in Mr. Freas' memo
On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Ms. Salamoff, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to continue the RFI process as outlined in Mr. Freas' memo. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Ms. Salamoff, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to continue the RFI process as outlined in Mr. Freas' memo. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Salamoff)
James Errickson is designated as the Acting Town Administrator from July 1, 2021, to September 1, 2021, or until the permanent Town Administrator reports for duty, whichever occurs first
On a Motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Joseph, the Board by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 on the following: Whereas as Robert R. Rooney, after 6 months of service as Acting Town Administrator for which we sincerely thank him, and whereas the Natick Charter section 4-3(b) states that the appointment of an Acting Town Administrator may be for no longer than 6 months, wherefore, pursuant to 4-3(b) of the Natick Charter, it is moved that James Errickson is designated as the Acting Town Administrator from July 1, 2021, to September 1, 2021, or until the permanent Town Administrator reports for duty, whichever occurs first. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes
From the minutes
“On a Motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Joseph, the Board by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 on the following: Whereas as Robert R. Rooney, after 6 months of service as Acting Town Administrator for which we sincerely thank him, and whereas the Natick Charter section 4-3(b) states that the appointment of an Acting Town Administrator may be for no longer than 6 months, wherefore, pursuant to 4-3(b) of the Natick Charter, it is moved that James Errickson is designated as the Acting Town Administrator from July 1, 2021, to September 1, 2021, or until the permanent Town Administrator reports for duty, whichever occurs first. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Joseph)
Authorize Town Administrator to sign the Clean Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (SAR)
Approved Mr. Errickson's authorization to sign the Application for the Clean Drinking Water State Revolving Fund with a change of name from Robert Rooney to Acting Town Administrator, James Errickson
On a Motion by Mr. Jennett, seconded by Ms. Salamoff, the Board, by Roll Call vote, voted 5-0-0 to approved Mr. Errickson's authorization to sign the Application for the Clean Drinking Water State Revolving Fund with a change of name from Robert Rooney to Acting Town Administrator, James Errickson. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes
From the minutes
“On a Motion by Mr. Jennett, seconded by Ms. Salamoff, the Board, by Roll Call vote, voted 5-0-0 to approved Mr. Errickson's authorization to sign the Application for the Clean Drinking Water State Revolving Fund with a change of name from Robert Rooney to Acting Town Administrator, James Errickson. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes.” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
Discussion of selection process next steps for Town Administrator appointment
Enter into negotiations with James Errickson for the position of Natick Town Administrator subject to
On a Motion by Ms. Salamoff, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to enter into negotiations with James Errickson for the position of Natick Town Administrator subject to [...] The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes
From the minutes
“On a Motion by Ms. Salamoff, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to enter into negotiations with James Errickson for the position of Natick Town Administrator subject to [...] The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes.” (Motion: Salamoff, second: Jennett)
Approve Meeting Minutes November 4, 2020
Approve the Meeting Minutes of November 4, 2020
On a Motion by Mr. Jennett, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 4-0-1 to approve the Meeting Minutes of November 4, 2020. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Abstain Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes
Yes: Adelman-Foster, Hickey, Jennett, SalamoffAbstained: Joseph
From the minutes
“On a Motion by Mr. Jennett, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 4-0-1 to approve the Meeting Minutes of November 4, 2020. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Abstain Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes.” (Motion: Jennett, second: Hickey)
Approve Municipal Employee Exemptions for Recreation and Parks Department Summer Program
Approve the Consent Agenda
On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 4-0-1 to approve the Consent Agenda. The Roll Call vote as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Abstain Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes
Yes: Adelman-Foster, Hickey, Jennett, JosephAbstained: Salamoff
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Jennett, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 4-0-1 to approve the Consent Agenda. The Roll Call vote as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Mr. Hickey Yes Ms. Salamoff Abstain Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Jennett)
Enter into Executive Session
On a Motion by Mr. Jennett, seconded by Ms. Salamoff, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to enter into Executive Session. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes Mr. Hickey Yes
From the minutes
“On a Motion by Mr. Jennett, seconded by Ms. Salamoff, the Board, by Roll Call Vote, voted 5-0-0 to enter into Executive Session. The Roll Call Vote was as follows: Mr. Jennett Yes Ms. Salamoff Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Adelman-Foster Yes Mr. Hickey Yes.” (Motion: Jennett, second: Salamoff)
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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