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February 23, 2021
9 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The minutes say "In addition to the Select Board, ... were in attendance" without naming the members; all five members are shown as present.
Present: Maurice P. Handel, Matthew D. Borrelli, Marianne B. Cooley, Daniel P. Matthews, John A. Bulian
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Call to Order
This meeting be continued to the Select Board's next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, if a technical problem develops that makes it impossible for the Select Board to conduct the...
This meeting be continued to the Select Board's next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, if a technical problem develops that makes it impossible for the Select Board to conduct the meeting in this format.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that this meeting be continued to the Select Board's next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, if a technical problem develops that makes it impossible for the Select Board to conduct the meeting in this format. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
Needham Community Council Proclamation
The Needham Select Board congratulates the Needham Community Council for its 90 years of service to the residents of the Town of Needham
The Needham Select Board congratulates the Needham Community Council for its 90 years of service to the residents of the Town of Needham.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Cooley that the Needham Select Board congratulates the Needham Community Council for its 90 years of service to the residents of the Town of Needham. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Cooley, second: Borrelli)
Appointments and Consent Agenda
Approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented
The Select Board vote to approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented. APPOINTMENTS: No Appointments were made at this meeting. CONSENT AGENDA *=Backup attached 1. Accept the following donation made to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Maintenance Donation Fund: $50 from MarySue Cotton. 2. Approve minutes of February 9, 2021 (open and executive session). 3.* Approve and Sign Town Manager Contract Amendment. 4. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Health Division's Gift of Warmth program: $25 from the Blums, $500 from Temple Beth Shalom, and $300 from Mr. & Mrs. Bacon. 5.* Support and ratify the individual member signatures on the FY2021 sewer rate relief application which was due to the Commonwealth by February 19, 2021 and approve applying the proceeds of the grant, if any, as a credit against the sewer bill.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented. APPOINTMENTS: No Appointments were made at this meeting. CONSENT AGENDA *=Backup attached 1. Accept the following donation made to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Maintenance Donation Fund: $50 from MarySue Cotton. 2. Approve minutes of February 9, 2021 (open and executive session). 3.* Approve and Sign Town Manager Contract Amendment. 4. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Health Division's Gift of Warmth program: $25 from the Blums, $500 from Temple Beth Shalom, and $300 from Mr. & Mrs. Bacon. 5.* Support and ratify the individual member signatures on the FY2021 sewer rate relief application which was due to the Commonwealth by February 19, 2021 and approve applying the proceeds of the grant, if any, as a credit against the sewer bill. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
Refunding Bonds
In order to save interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the sale and issuance of bonds under G.L. c. 44, Section 21A, to refund all or any portion of the remaining principal of...
In order to save interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the sale and issuance of bonds under G.L. c. 44, Section 21A, to refund all or any portion of the remaining principal of and redemption premium and interest on the Town's General Obligation Bonds dated June 1, 2009, June 15, 2010 and June 1, 2011 and that for this purpose the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the preparation and distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement; provided, however, that no bonds shall be issued under this vote unless and until the final interest rates and other terms of the refunding bonds are approved by the Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that in order to save interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the sale and issuance of bonds under G.L. c. 44, Section 21A, to refund all or any portion of the remaining principal of and redemption premium and interest on the Town's General Obligation Bonds dated June 1, 2009, June 15, 2010 and June 1, 2011 and that for this purpose the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the preparation and distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement; provided, however, that no bonds shall be issued under this vote unless and until the final interest rates and other terms of the refunding bonds are approved by the Board. Second: Ms. Cooley. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Cooley)
Approve Transfer Request for Change of Control of RCN Telecom Services
Approve the FCC Form 394 transfer request for a change in control of the Cable Television Franchisee, RCN Telecom Services of MA, LLC from Radiate Holdings, LP to Stonepeak Associates, IV LLC
The Board vote to approve the FCC Form 394 transfer request for a change in control of the Cable Television Franchisee, RCN Telecom Services of MA, LLC from Radiate Holdings, LP to Stonepeak Associates, IV LLC.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Matthews that the Board vote to approve the FCC Form 394 transfer request for a change in control of the Cable Television Franchisee, RCN Telecom Services of MA, LLC from Radiate Holdings, LP to Stonepeak Associates, IV LLC. Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Matthews, second: Bulian)
Town Manager
Accept the proposed zoning articles (1) Amend Zoning By-Law - Highway Commercial 1 Zoning District; (2) Amend Zoning By-Law Highway Commercial 1 Zoning District/Schedule of Permitted Special...
The Board vote to accept the proposed zoning articles (1) Amend Zoning By-Law - Highway Commercial 1 Zoning District; (2) Amend Zoning By-Law Highway Commercial 1 Zoning District/Schedule of Permitted Special Permit Uses; and (3) Amend Zoning By-Law - Map Change to Highway Commercial 1 for referral to the Planning Board for its review, hearing, and report.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Matthews that the Board vote to accept the proposed zoning articles (1) Amend Zoning By-Law - Highway Commercial 1 Zoning District; (2) Amend Zoning By-Law Highway Commercial 1 Zoning District/Schedule of Permitted Special Permit Uses; and (3) Amend Zoning By-Law - Map Change to Highway Commercial 1 for referral to the Planning Board for its review, hearing, and report. Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Matthews, second: Bulian)
Change the location and time for the Annual Town Meeting to Monday, May 3, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. at the parking lot at Memorial Field; and to update the Annual Town Meeting Warrant, subject to minor...
The Board vote to change the location and time for the Annual Town Meeting to Monday, May 3, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. at the parking lot at Memorial Field; and to update the Annual Town Meeting Warrant, subject to minor technical corrections to be made by the Town Manager, Town Counsel and Bond Counsel; and to call for a Special Town Meeting to be held on Saturday, May 1, 2021, and open the warrant for the meeting.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Cooley that the Board vote to change the location and time for the Annual Town Meeting to Monday, May 3, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. at the parking lot at Memorial Field; and to update the Annual Town Meeting Warrant, subject to minor technical corrections to be made by the Town Manager, Town Counsel and Bond Counsel; and to call for a Special Town Meeting to be held on Saturday, May 1, 2021, and open the warrant for the meeting. Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Cooley, second: Bulian)
Approve and authorize the Chair to sign a letter to Governor Baker in support of the Board of Health's status as a COVID-19 vaccination center
The Board vote to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a letter to Governor Baker in support of the Board of Health's status as a COVID-19 vaccination center.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Board vote to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a letter to Governor Baker in support of the Board of Health's status as a COVID-19 vaccination center. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
Adjourn
Adjourn the Select Board meeting on Tuesday, February 23, 2021
The Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board meeting on Tuesday, February 23, 2021.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Cooley that the Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board meeting on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Cooley, second: Bulian)
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