MassVoter.com← Needham Select BoardNeedham Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
March 9, 2021
11 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Maurice P. Handel, Matthew D. Borrelli, Marianne B. Cooley, Daniel P. Matthews, John A. Bulian
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Executive Session: Exception 3 - Collective Bargaining and Exception 6 - Value of
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. And Exception 6 - To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body.
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. And Exception 6 - To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Handel, second: Borrelli)
Call to Order
This meeting be continued to the Select Board's next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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)
Certificates of Appreciation
In recognition of 20 years of your ownership serving the residents of Needham
In recognition of 20 years of your ownership serving the residents of Needham. From the plants and gardening tools in your store, to the repair of lawn mowers and snow blowers in times of need, and for your willingness to step up during the current Covid-19 crisis, you enhance the Town and our citizens lives. We wish you many more years of success in Needham. Congratulations!
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Handel in recognition of 20 years of your ownership serving the residents of Needham. From the plants and gardening tools in your store, to the repair of lawn mowers and snow blowers in times of need, and for your willingness to step up during the current Covid-19 crisis, you enhance the Town and our citizens lives. We wish you many more years of success in Needham. Congratulations! Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Handel, second: Bulian)
In recognition of over 33 years serving the residents of Needham
In recognition of over 33 years serving the residents of Needham. Your commitment to service, your generosity in donating your time and labor for numerous volunteer organizations, and your ability to continue your hard work during the current COVID-19 crisis has enhanced the Town and our citizens lives. We wish you many more years of continued success in Needham. Congratulations!
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli in recognition of over 33 years serving the residents of Needham. Your commitment to service, your generosity in donating your time and labor for numerous volunteer organizations, and your ability to continue your hard work during the current COVID-19 crisis has enhanced the Town and our citizens lives. We wish you many more years of continued success in Needham. Congratulations! Second: Mr. Bulian. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Bulian)
Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 40 Windsor Avenue
Continue Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 40 Windsor Avenue until March 23, 2021 and to correctly identify the address as 40 Windsor Road, Needham on the agenda fact sheet
The Select Board vote to continue Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 40 Windsor Avenue until March 23, 2021 and to correctly identify the address as 40 Windsor Road, Needham on the agenda fact sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to continue Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 40 Windsor Avenue until March 23, 2021 and to correctly identify the address as 40 Windsor Road, Needham on the agenda fact sheet. Second: Mr. Matthews. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Matthews)
Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 16 Petrini Circle
Continue Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 16 Petrini Circle to March 23, 2021
The Select Board vote to continue Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 16 Petrini Circle to March 23, 2021.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to continue Public Hearing: Underground Flammables Storage - 16 Petrini Circle to March 23, 2021. Second: Ms. Cooley. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Cooley)
Metrofire Mutual Aid Agreement
Approve the Metrofire Mutual Aid Agreement for Joint Fire, Rescue and/or Ambulance Service for the term beginning November 1, 2021, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement on...
The Board vote to approve the Metrofire Mutual Aid Agreement for Joint Fire, Rescue and/or Ambulance Service for the term beginning November 1, 2021, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement on behalf of the Board; and, further, to authorize the Needham Fire Department, including any ambulance or other EMS component, to go to the aid of another city, town, fire district or area under federal jurisdiction in this commonwealth or any adjoining state in extinguishing fires therein, or rendering any other emergency aid or performing any detail as ordered by the head of the fire department, or the Joint Base Cape Cod fire district and while in the performance of their duties in extending such aid the members of the Needham Fire Department shall have the same immunities and privileges as if performing the same within Needham.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Board vote to approve the Metrofire Mutual Aid Agreement for Joint Fire, Rescue and/or Ambulance Service for the term beginning November 1, 2021, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement on behalf of the Board; and, further, to authorize the Needham Fire Department, including any ambulance or other EMS component, to go to the aid of another city, town, fire district or area under federal jurisdiction in this commonwealth or any adjoining state in extinguishing fires therein, or rendering any other emergency aid or performing any detail as ordered by the head of the fire department, or the Joint Base Cape Cod fire district and while in the performance of their duties in extending such aid the members of the Needham Fire Department shall have the same immunities and privileges as if performing the same within Needham. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
Appointment 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 1. Katherine P. Jacques Board of Registrars (term expires 6/30/2024) CONSENT AGENDA *=Backup attached 1.* Approve revision to Contributory Insurance Rules to extend the Opt-Out Program until June 30, 2023 and update outdated language. 2.* Approve the minutes of February 23, 2021 (Open Session) 3.* Approve Water & Sewer Abatement #1304 4. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Aging Services Donation Account: $200 from Lee & Nancy Corbin; and $25 from Patricia Wiggin.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented. APPOINTMENTS 1. Katherine P. Jacques Board of Registrars (term expires 6/30/2024) CONSENT AGENDA *=Backup attached 1.* Approve revision to Contributory Insurance Rules to extend the Opt-Out Program until June 30, 2023 and update outdated language. 2.* Approve the minutes of February 23, 2021 (Open Session) 3.* Approve Water & Sewer Abatement #1304 4. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Aging Services Donation Account: $200 from Lee & Nancy Corbin; and $25 from Patricia Wiggin. Second: Mr. Matthews. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Matthews)
Town Manager
Approve the appointment of Carys Lustig as Director of Public Works in accordance with Section 20 (c) of the Town Charter
The Select Board vote to approve the appointment of Carys Lustig as Director of Public Works in accordance with Section 20 (c) of the Town Charter.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to approve the appointment of Carys Lustig as Director of Public Works 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)
Close the warrant for the May 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting, subject to minor technical corrections to be made by the Town Manager, Town Counsel and/or Bond Counsel
The Board vote to close the warrant for the May 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting, subject to minor technical corrections to be made by the Town Manager, Town Counsel and/or Bond Counsel.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Board vote to close the warrant for the May 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting, subject to minor technical corrections to be made by the Town Manager, Town Counsel and/or Bond Counsel. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
Adjourn
Adjourn the Select Board meeting of Tuesday, March 9, 2021
The Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board meeting of Tuesday, March 9, 2021.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bulian that the Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board meeting of Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Bulian, second: Borrelli)
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