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May 25, 2021
8 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Matthew D. Borrelli, Marianne B. Cooley, Daniel P. Matthews, Marcus Nelson, Lakshmi Balachandra
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Cooley joined the meeting at 6:35 p.m..
Every vote, in order
Call to Order
This meeting be continued to the Select Board's next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 8, 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, June 8, 2021, if a technical problem develops that makes it impossible for the Select Board to conduct the meeting in this format.
Marianne B. Cooley had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Balachandra that this meeting be continued to the Select Board's next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, if a technical problem develops that makes it impossible for the Select Board to conduct the meeting in this format. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 4-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Balachandra, second: Nelson)
Certificate of Appreciation: Carol Boulris
In recognition of over 45 years of service to the Town of Needham, including 28 years as a Town Meeting Member, 9 years as a School Committee member, and 29 years as a member of the Historical...
In recognition of over 45 years of service to the Town of Needham, including 28 years as a Town Meeting Member, 9 years as a School Committee member, and 29 years as a member of the Historical Commission, serving as chair for 14 years. The Town thanks you for your many years of dedication, commitment, and contributions to Needham. Congratulations!
Marianne B. Cooley had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Matthews in recognition of over 45 years of service to the Town of Needham, including 28 years as a Town Meeting Member, 9 years as a School Committee member, and 29 years as a member of the Historical Commission, serving as chair for 14 years. The Town thanks you for your many years of dedication, commitment, and contributions to Needham. Congratulations! Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 4-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Matthews, second: Nelson)
June is Pride Month Proclamation
June, 2021 be declared Pride Month in the Town of Needham and that all residents be encouraged to recognize and acknowledge the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ members of our community as we...
June, 2021 be declared Pride Month in the Town of Needham and that all residents be encouraged to recognize and acknowledge the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ members of our community as we continue to advance the principles of liberty, equality and inclusivity for all.
The minutes say "Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote.", but 4 members were present for this vote (Matthew D. Borrelli, Daniel P. Matthews, Marcus Nelson and Lakshmi Balachandra). Showing the count only. Marianne B. Cooley had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Balachandra that June, 2021 be declared Pride Month in the Town of Needham and that all residents be encouraged to recognize and acknowledge the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ members of our community as we continue to advance the principles of liberty, equality and inclusivity for all. Second: Mr. Matthews. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Balachandra, second: Matthews)
Proclamation for Karen Price, League of Women Voters
The Needham Select Board and the citizens of Needham jointly express their appreciation for the collaborative, conscientious, and creative service of Karen Price to the League of Women Voters of...
The Needham Select Board and the citizens of Needham jointly express their appreciation for the collaborative, conscientious, and creative service of Karen Price to the League of Women Voters of Needham.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Cooley that the Needham Select Board and the citizens of Needham jointly express their appreciation for the collaborative, conscientious, and creative service of Karen Price to the League of Women Voters of Needham. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Cooley, second: Nelson)
Hearing: Change of Manager - Bertucci's Restaurant
Waive Section 6.4 of the Select Board's Regulations for the Sale of Alcoholic beverages for Mr. Franklin and approve and sign the application for a Change in Manager to Charles Franklin for...
The Select Board waive Section 6.4 of the Select Board's Regulations for the Sale of Alcoholic beverages for Mr. Franklin and approve and sign the application for a Change in Manager to Charles Franklin for Bertucci's Restaurant Corp., 1257 Highland Avenue, Needham and to forward this application to the ABCC for approval.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Cooley that the Select Board waive Section 6.4 of the Select Board's Regulations for the Sale of Alcoholic beverages for Mr. Franklin and approve and sign the application for a Change in Manager to Charles Franklin for Bertucci's Restaurant Corp., 1257 Highland Avenue, Needham and to forward this application to the ABCC for approval. Second: Mr. Matthews. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Cooley, second: Matthews)
Needham Council for Arts & Culture Update
Approve the design and location for the Utility Art Box Project, as presented
The Select Board vote to approve the design and location for the Utility Art Box Project, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Matthews that the Select Board vote to approve the design and location for the Utility Art Box Project, as presented. Second: Mr. Cooley. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Matthews, second: Cooley)
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. Approve a proclamation declaring June 2021 as Pride Month in the Town of Needham. 2. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Community Revitalization Trust Fund: $300 from Needham Council for Arts & Culture and $35 from Edward & Carol De Lemos. 3. Accept the following donation made to the Needham Aging Services Donation Account: $16,023.95 from Friends of the Center at the Heights. 4. Accept the following donation made to the Needham Park & Recreation Department for the Arts in the Parks and the Children's Theatre Summer Series: $600.00 from Louise Condon Realty. 5.* Approve a request from Ronit Velde, who has submitted a Road Event form, to hold its "Needham 5K Your Way - Girls on the Run 5K Run/Walk" on Sunday, June 6, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Approvals for the route are pending from the DPW, Police, and Park and Recreation. Fire Department has approved. 6.* Approve a request from Aaron Sicotte, who has submitted a Road Event form, to hold its "NHS Class of 2021 Car Parade" on Saturday, June 5, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Approvals for the route are pending from the DPW, Police, Fire and Park and Recreation Departments. 7.* Approve request from Jennifer Kenneway, who has submitted a Road Event form, for a walk to benefit Children's Hospital. The walk is not an organized event
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Matthews 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. Approve a proclamation declaring June 2021 as Pride Month in the Town of Needham. 2. Accept the following donations made to the Needham Community Revitalization Trust Fund: $300 from Needham Council for Arts & Culture and $35 from Edward & Carol De Lemos. 3. Accept the following donation made to the Needham Aging Services Donation Account: $16,023.95 from Friends of the Center at the Heights. 4. Accept the following donation made to the Needham Park & Recreation Department for the Arts in the Parks and the Children's Theatre Summer Series: $600.00 from Louise Condon Realty. 5.* Approve a request from Ronit Velde, who has submitted a Road Event form, to hold its "Needham 5K Your Way - Girls on the Run 5K Run/Walk" on Sunday, June 6, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Approvals for the route are pending from the DPW, Police, and Park and Recreation. Fire Department has approved. 6.* Approve a request from Aaron Sicotte, who has submitted a Road Event form, to hold its "NHS Class of 2021 Car Parade" on Saturday, June 5, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Approvals for the route are pending from the DPW, Police, Fire and Park and Recreation Departments. 7.* Approve request from Jennifer Kenneway, who has submitted a Road Event form, for a walk to benefit Children's Hospital. The walk is not an organized event, participants are to walk their own routes at their leisure - all on June 13, 2021. Police have approved. 8.* Approve application for Change of Corporate Name for Blue on Highland. This application comes at the request of the ABCC to update the name on this alcohol license to be in line with its Massachusetts Corporation filings paperwork. 9.* Approve and sign Water & Sewer Abatement #1306. 10.* Approve placement of Needham Community Farm sign at the Nike Site. 11.* Approve minutes of May 11, 2021. 12. Grant permission for the following residents to hold block parties: Name Address Party Party Party Party Location Date Rain Date Time Susan Benzie 18 Hollow Hollow 6/12/21 6/19/21 4pm- Ridge Rd. Ridge Rd. 10pm Second: Ms. Cooley. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Matthews, second: Cooley)
Adjourn
Adjourn the Select Board Meeting of Tuesday, May 25, 2021
The Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board Meeting of Tuesday, May 25, 2021.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Cooley that the Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board Meeting of Tuesday, May 25, 2021. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Cooley, second: Nelson)
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