August 18, 2020

“Motion by Mr. Borrelli in recognition of over 29 years of distinguished service to the Town of Needham. Thank you for your oversight and guidance to the Needham Commission on Disabilities and for your selfless dedication in serving as a member from when the Commission was first established in 1991 and as Co-Chair for so many years. Congratulations! Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Bulian)

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“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board approve and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 5 feet of conduit in Marked Tree Road. This work is necessary to provide underground electric service to 169 Marked Tree Road, Needham. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)

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“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented. APPOINTMENTS 1. Various Committee Reappointments See list attached. 2. Human Rights Committee Marcus Nelson (term expires 6/30/2023) 3. Rail Trail Advisory Committee Stacey Mulroy (term expires 6/30/2023) 4. MWRA Advisory Board Sean Harrington (term expires 6/30/2023) CONSENT AGENDA 1. Accept the following donations made to Needham Youth & Family Services' Volunteers Around Needham Program: $20 from the Kline family; $20 from the Franco Family; and $25 from the Kelleher family. 2. Approve corrected G Schedule for the FY2021 Classification and Compensation Plan. 3. Approve the following grant applications made to the Needham Commission on Disabilities: David Summergrad requested a grant for payment of the $200 honorarium for Lillian Elmore's presentation via Zoom, sponsored by the Needham Diversity Initiative. Lillian is a senior at Lexington High School who has cerebral palsy and gave an inspirational talk on empowerment, living with disabilities, accessibility and all challenges; and Julie Muse-Fisher, along with Mary Ricci and Kate Groton, requested a grant for up to $2600 to support various initiatives for the new Intensive Learning Center (ILC) at Pollard Middle School. 4. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Community Revitalization Trust Fund: $100 from Mr. Joseph Leghorn. 5. Accept a donation of a 6x10 nylon flag to fly at Avery Square from Ted Shaughnessy, a Needham resident. 6. Accept various donations from the Town of Needham's Bi-centennial celebration in 1911 and other assorted memorabilia from a Needham native that was born in 1913. Items were donated by his son, Sandy Bucknam. Some items include a pennant, three small plates, a medal and various pictures. 7. Approve minutes from July 21, 2020 meeting. 8. Approve, sign and return the 2020 Final Boundary Validation Program form from the U.S. Census Bureau. 9. Approve donation from the Needham Fire Department of a turnout gear dryer to the Medway Fire Department. 10. Water and Sewer Abatement Order #1294. 11. Disband the Cable Advisory Television Committee with thanks to its members. 12. Approve banner flag design for the showcase banner program on Chapel Street that reads Shop Local, Wear a Mask, Keep Needham Safe. This is an initiative from the Needham Health Department. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)

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“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to approve the appointment of Carys Lustig as Interim Director of Public Works effective October 1, 2020 in accordance with Section 20 (c) of the Town Charter. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)

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“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to open the warrant for the October 4, 2020 Special Town Meeting. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)

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“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to approve the revised Regulations for the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages effective August 18, 2020. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)

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“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Board vote to approve the Town Manager Consensus Evaluation Overview Document dated August 11, 2020. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)

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