MassVoter.com← Needham Select BoardNeedham Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
January 29, 2019
8 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Daniel P. Matthews, John A. Bulian, Maurice P. Handel, Matthew D. Borrelli, Marianne B. Cooley
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Certificate of Appreciation - Abdul Cader Amal MD, PhD., Human Rights
In recognition of six years of membership on the Needham Human Rights Committee
In recognition of six years of membership on the Needham Human Rights Committee. Your thoughtful input and guidance to this Committee has been invaluable to the Town. We appreciate your dedication to such a worthy cause. Thank you for your service.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian in recognition of six years of membership on the Needham Human Rights Committee. Your thoughtful input and guidance to this Committee has been invaluable to the Town. We appreciate your dedication to such a worthy cause. Thank you for your service. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
Appointments and Consent Agenda
Accept and approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented
The Select Board accept and approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented. APPOINTMENTS 1. Affordable Housing Trust Avery Newton (term expires 6/30/2022) 2. Needham Community Television Michael Fraini (term expires 6/30/2022) Development Corporation CONSENT AGENDA 1. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Community Revitalization Trust Fund: $100 from Timothy Kickham, $500 from Holly and Bruce Johnstone, and $50 from John and Marcia Russo. 2. Approve a One Day Special Wines & Malt Beverages License for Martin Goldberg, of Temple Beth Shalom to hold its TBS Comedy Night event on February 2, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Avenue, Needham. 3. Ratify Citation for the Chinese Friends of Needham on the occasion of the 2019 Chinese New Year Celebration. 4. Upon the approval of the Personnel Board in accordance with Section 20B(5) of the Town Charter, approve the revised Schedule C rates for part-time, temporary and seasonal positions effective January 1, 2019. 5. Approve a request from the Exchange Club of Needham to sponsor 4th of July fireworks on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 and activities on Wednesday, July 3, 2019, and Thursday, July 4, 2019. Activities on the 4th will include a Flag Raising on the Town Common, the Grand Parade, a 5K road race, the Crafts Fair/Flea Market, and athletic competitions for younger children. Coordination of all additional activities will be made with appropriate Town
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board accept and approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented. APPOINTMENTS 1. Affordable Housing Trust Avery Newton (term expires 6/30/2022) 2. Needham Community Television Michael Fraini (term expires 6/30/2022) Development Corporation CONSENT AGENDA 1. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Community Revitalization Trust Fund: $100 from Timothy Kickham, $500 from Holly and Bruce Johnstone, and $50 from John and Marcia Russo. 2. Approve a One Day Special Wines & Malt Beverages License for Martin Goldberg, of Temple Beth Shalom to hold its TBS Comedy Night event on February 2, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Avenue, Needham. 3. Ratify Citation for the Chinese Friends of Needham on the occasion of the 2019 Chinese New Year Celebration. 4. Upon the approval of the Personnel Board in accordance with Section 20B(5) of the Town Charter, approve the revised Schedule C rates for part-time, temporary and seasonal positions effective January 1, 2019. 5. Approve a request from the Exchange Club of Needham to sponsor 4th of July fireworks on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 and activities on Wednesday, July 3, 2019, and Thursday, July 4, 2019. Activities on the 4th will include a Flag Raising on the Town Common, the Grand Parade, a 5K road race, the Crafts Fair/Flea Market, and athletic competitions for younger children. Coordination of all additional activities will be made with appropriate Town Departments. 6. Approve a Special One Day Wine & Malt Beverages Only license for Robert Timmerman of the Needham Knights of Columbus to host its annual SuperBowl Party for Seminarian Support on Sunday, February 3, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The event will be held at Needham Knights of Columbus, 1211 Highland Avenue, Needham. 7. Approve and sign application for an amendment, Non-Profit Club Change of Officers/Directors for the Village Club, located at 83 Morton Street, Needham and forward to the ABCC for its approval. 8. Approve Open Session minutes of December 19, 2018, January 8, 2019 and January 22, 2019. 9. Approve a request from Village Club to extend operational hours on February 3, 2019 (Super Bowl Sunday) for the Club (lower) portion only: Last call - 11:00 pm; Members off premises - 11:30 pm; and everyone (bartender) off premises - 12:00 am. 10. Accept a $150 donation made to the Needham Aging Services Donation Account from Ellen Knizeski, a resident of Connecticut. 11. Approve and sign the liquor compliance letters for the following establishments: Cook Needham, Fuji Steak House, The Farmhouse, The Heights, The Residence Inn, and Needham Wine and Spirits. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
Public Hearing: Eversource Energy Grant of Location Burnside Road/High Street
Approve and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 7 feet of conduit in Burnside Road
The Select Board approve and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 7 feet of conduit in Burnside Road. This work is necessary to relocate the existing overhead electric service to underground electric service for 59 High Street.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Handel that the Select Board approve and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 7 feet of conduit in Burnside Road. This work is necessary to relocate the existing overhead electric service to underground electric service for 59 High Street. Second: Ms. Cooley. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Handel, second: Cooley)
Ambulance Rates
Approve the revised ambulance rates as follows: Basic Life Support (BLS): $1,230.00 Advanced Life Support (ALS): $1,635.00 Advanced Life Support (ALS-2) $2,505.00 Extra EMT: $ 200.00 Mileage Rate...
The Board approve the revised ambulance rates as follows: Basic Life Support (BLS): $1,230.00 Advanced Life Support (ALS): $1,635.00 Advanced Life Support (ALS-2) $2,505.00 Extra EMT: $ 200.00 Mileage Rate (for travel 5 miles or less): $ 15.00/per mile* Mileage Rate (for travel beyond 5 miles): $ 20.00/per mile* and further that the rates become effective on March 31, 2019.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Handel that the Board approve the revised ambulance rates as follows: Basic Life Support (BLS): $1,230.00 Advanced Life Support (ALS): $1,635.00 Advanced Life Support (ALS-2) $2,505.00 Extra EMT: $ 200.00 Mileage Rate (for travel 5 miles or less): $ 15.00/per mile* Mileage Rate (for travel beyond 5 miles): $ 20.00/per mile* and further that the rates become effective on March 31, 2019. Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Handel, second: Bulian)
Abatement of Ambulance Charges
Approve the recommendation to abate outstanding ambulance charges billed for services provided prior to January 1, 2001 totaling $135,508.98 and that the Board abate outstanding ambulance charges...
The Board approve the recommendation to abate outstanding ambulance charges billed for services provided prior to January 1, 2001 totaling $135,508.98 and that the Board abate outstanding ambulance charges billed for services provided between January 1, 2007 and December 31, 2011 totaling $367,332.23.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Handel that the Board approve the recommendation to abate outstanding ambulance charges billed for services provided prior to January 1, 2001 totaling $135,508.98 and that the Board abate outstanding ambulance charges billed for services provided between January 1, 2007 and December 31, 2011 totaling $367,332.23. Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Handel, second: Bulian)
Town Manager
Endorse the application for funding for the construction of the Fisher Street Trailhead on the Rail Trail
The Board vote to endorse the application for funding for the construction of the Fisher Street Trailhead on the Rail Trail.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Handel that the Board vote to endorse the application for funding for the construction of the Fisher Street Trailhead on the Rail Trail. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Handel, second: Borrelli)
Recommend approval of the Town Manager's proposed annual budget for FY2020
The Board vote to recommend approval of the Town Manager's proposed annual budget for FY2020.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Handel that the Board vote to recommend approval of the Town Manager's proposed annual budget for FY2020. Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Handel, second: Bulian)
Executive Session: Exception 3 - Potential Litigation
Enter into Executive Session
The Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session. Exception 3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. Not to return to open session prior to adjournment.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Handel that the Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session. Exception 3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. Not to return to open session prior to adjournment. Second: Mr. Bulian. Mr. Matthews polled the Board. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Handel, second: Bulian)
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