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December 14, 2022
18 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Paul R. Joseph, Michael J. Hickey, Bruce T. Evans, Kathryn M. Coughlin, Richard Sidney
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Review and Approve Executive Session Meeting Minutes
Enter into Executive Session
On a motion by Mr. Sidney, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board, by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0, to enter into Executive Session. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sidney, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board, by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0, to enter into Executive Session. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes.” (Motion: Sidney, second: Hickey)
Sandra Downer
Appoint Ms. Downer to the Recreation and Parks Commission with an appointment expiration date of June 30, 2023
On a motion by Mr. Sidney, seconded by Ms. Coughlin, the Board voted 5-0-0 to appoint Ms. Downer to the Recreation and Parks Commission with an appointment expiration date of June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sidney, seconded by Ms. Coughlin, the Board voted 5-0-0 to appoint Ms. Downer to the Recreation and Parks Commission with an appointment expiration date of June 30, 2023..” (Motion: Sidney, second: Coughlin)
Andreia Precoma
Appoint Andreia Precoma to the Economic Development Committee
On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board voted 5-0-0 to appoint Andreia Precoma to the Economic Development Committee.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board voted 5-0-0 to appoint Andreia Precoma to the Economic Development Committee..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Evans)
Beth Cunningham
Appoint Ms. Cunningham to the Cultural Council
On a motion by Mr. Evans and seconded by Ms. Coughlin, the Board voted 5-0-0 to appoint Ms. Cunningham to the Cultural Council.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Evans and seconded by Ms. Coughlin, the Board voted 5-0-0 to appoint Ms. Cunningham to the Cultural Council..” (Motion: Evans, second: Coughlin)
Approve: Beth Cunningham
On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Sidney the Board voted 5-0-0 the following:
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Sidney the Board voted 5-0-0 the following:.” (Motion: Evans, second: Sidney)
Approve James Herbert and Christopher Keenan to positions of full time police officers contingent upon successful completion of a medical examination, psychological examination, physical abilities...
On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve James Herbert and Christopher Keenan to positions of 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 Resource Division.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve James Herbert and Christopher Keenan to positions of 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 Resource Division..” (Motion: Evans, second: Sidney)
Public Hearing
Open the public hearing
On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the board, by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0, to open the public hearing. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the board, by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0, to open the public hearing. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes.” (Motion: Evans, second: Hickey)
Approve the renewal of the Special Club Permit for the VFW Post 1274
On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the renewal of the Special Club Permit for the VFW Post 1274.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the renewal of the Special Club Permit for the VFW Post 1274..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Evans)
Approve the renewal of the Special Club Permit for the Natick Elks Lodge 1425
On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the renewal of the Special Club Permit for the Natick Elks Lodge 1425.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the renewal of the Special Club Permit for the Natick Elks Lodge 1425..” (Motion: Evans, second: Hickey)
Close the public
On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0 to close the public [...] The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0 to close the public [...] The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Evans)
Reopen the public hearing
On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0 to reopen the public hearing. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0 to reopen the public hearing. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes.” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Evans)
Continue the public hearing to 12/21/22 at 12:00 pm
On a motion by Mr. Sidney, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board, by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0 to continue the public hearing to 12/21/22 at 12:00 pm. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sidney, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board, by roll call vote, voted 5-0-0 to continue the public hearing to 12/21/22 at 12:00 pm. The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Hickey Yes Mr. Sidney Yes Mr. Evans Yes Mr. Joseph Yes Ms. Coughlin Yes.” (Motion: Sidney, second: Evans)
Select Board policy
Approve the alcohol policy for wine and malt beverages and all alcohol, as amended, to be effective January 1, 2023, with latitude for administrative changes and edits
On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the alcohol policy for wine and malt beverages and all alcohol, as amended, to be effective January 1, 2023, with latitude for administrative changes and edits.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Hickey, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the alcohol policy for wine and malt beverages and all alcohol, as amended, to be effective January 1, 2023, with latitude for administrative changes and edits..” (Motion: Evans, second: Hickey)
Rental policy for Community Senior Center and Alcohol
Approve the Select Board meeting schedule for 2023
On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Select Board meeting schedule for 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Evans, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Select Board meeting schedule for 2023..” (Motion: Evans, second: Sidney)
Parking Fees 2023
Authorize the Town Administrator to execute a 1-year extension for the lease of the commuter parking lot for a term of $25,000 with all other lease terms remaining; and to set the commuter parking...
On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board voted 5-0-0 to Authorize the Town Administrator to execute a 1-year extension for the lease of the commuter parking lot for a term of $25,000 with all other lease terms remaining; and to set the commuter parking rates at $830 for Natick residents, $1,200 for non-residents, and $7 daily rate.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Hickey, seconded by Mr. Evans, the Board voted 5-0-0 to Authorize the Town Administrator to execute a 1-year extension for the lease of the commuter parking lot for a term of $25,000 with all other lease terms remaining; and to set the commuter parking rates at $830 for Natick residents, $1,200 for non-residents, and $7 daily rate..” (Motion: Hickey, second: Evans)
Open Meeting Minutes September 28, 2022
Approve the Consent agenda except for item F
On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Consent agenda except for item F.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the Consent agenda except for item F..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Sidney)
Approve Item F with the exception of all Club Licenses
On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve Item F with the exception of all Club Licenses.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to approve Item F with the exception of all Club Licenses..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Sidney)
Adjourn
On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to adjourn the meeting at 10:12 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Coughlin, seconded by Mr. Sidney, the Board voted 5-0-0 to adjourn the meeting at 10:12 PM..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Sidney)
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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