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April 13, 2022
55 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Marianne B. Cooley, Marcus Nelson, Kevin Keane, Heidi Frail, Matthew D. Borrelli
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Board Reorganization
Nominate Marianne Cooley to serve as Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board
The Select Board vote to nominate Marianne Cooley to serve as Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to nominate Marianne Cooley to serve as Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Nominate Marcus Nelson to serve as Vice-Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board
The Select Board vote to nominate Marcus Nelson to serve as Vice-Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to nominate Marcus Nelson to serve as Vice-Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Nominate Kevin Keane to serve as Secretary/Clerk of the Town of Needham Select Board
The Select Board vote to nominate Kevin Keane to serve as Secretary/Clerk of the Town of Needham Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to nominate Kevin Keane to serve as Secretary/Clerk of the Town of Needham Select Board. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Frail)
Appoint Myles Tucker to serve as Committee Secretary for the Town of Needham Select Board
The Select Board vote to appoint Myles Tucker to serve as Committee Secretary for the Town of Needham Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to appoint Myles Tucker to serve as Committee Secretary for the Town of Needham Select Board. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Appoint Mary Hunt to serve as Recording Secretary for the Town of Needham Select Board
The Select Board vote to appoint Mary Hunt to serve as Recording Secretary for the Town of Needham Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to appoint Mary Hunt to serve as Recording Secretary for the Town of Needham Select Board. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Approve the Select Board's regular meeting schedule for the year as printed, subject to changes as necessary during the course of the year
The Select Board vote to approve the Select Board's regular meeting schedule for the year as printed, subject to changes as necessary during the course of the year.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to approve the Select Board's regular meeting schedule for the year as printed, subject to changes as necessary during the course of the year. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Public Hearing: Dangerous Dog Hearing
Find Axel of 233 West Street to be a dangerous dog based on the credible evidence presented during the hearing that Axel has (i) without justification attacked a domestic animal causing physical...
The Select Board vote to find Axel of 233 West Street to be a dangerous dog based on the credible evidence presented during the hearing that Axel has (i) without justification attacked a domestic animal causing physical injury; and (ii) has behaved in a manner that a reasonable person would believe poses an unjustified imminent threat of physical injury or death to people and domestic animals AND That the Select Board suspend tonight's hearing for 30 days until May 10, 2022 with the order that pursuant to M.G.L. c140, §157, that Axel be confined to the premises of its owner, Ms. Diana Rasoul-Agha of 233 West Street; and provided that "confined" shall mean securely confined indoors or confined outdoors in a securely enclosed and locked pen or dog run area at 233 West Street. Such pen or dog run shall have a secure roof and, if such enclosure has no floor secured to the sides thereof, the sides shall be embedded into the ground for not less than 2 feet; and within the confines of such pen or dog run, a dog house or proper shelter from the elements shall be provided to protect the dog; and further that a fence be erected at the premises to contain the dog, further that a weekly check in with the Needham Chief of Police with a update on the situation of the animal, and further that an insurance policy as discussed is put in place, and further that the animal is neutered, and further that the owner will seek an evaluation of the animal, and that all veterinary bills for the injure
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to find Axel of 233 West Street to be a dangerous dog based on the credible evidence presented during the hearing that Axel has (i) without justification attacked a domestic animal causing physical injury; and (ii) has behaved in a manner that a reasonable person would believe poses an unjustified imminent threat of physical injury or death to people and domestic animals AND That the Select Board suspend tonight's hearing for 30 days until May 10, 2022 with the order that pursuant to M.G.L. c140, §157, that Axel be confined to the premises of its owner, Ms. Diana Rasoul-Agha of 233 West Street; and provided that "confined" shall mean securely confined indoors or confined outdoors in a securely enclosed and locked pen or dog run area at 233 West Street. Such pen or dog run shall have a secure roof and, if such enclosure has no floor secured to the sides thereof, the sides shall be embedded into the ground for not less than 2 feet; and within the confines of such pen or dog run, a dog house or proper shelter from the elements shall be provided to protect the dog; and further that a fence be erected at the premises to contain the dog, further that a weekly check in with the Needham Chief of Police with a update on the situation of the animal, and further that an insurance policy as discussed is put in place, and further that the animal is neutered, and further that the owner will seek an evaluation of the animal, and that all veterinary bills for the injured dogs are paid by the dog owner; AND That when removed from said premises, which will only be confined to the yard, Axel shall be securely and humanely muzzled and restrained with a chain or other tethering device held by someone 18 years or older, having a minimum tensile strength of 300 pounds and not exceeding 3 feet in length; AND That all other orders included in the Select Board's decision dated January 13, 2022 shall remain in full force and effect, namely: a. That the owner of the dog provide proof of additional skilled training to rectify the violent tendencies of the dog; and b. That the owner takes steps to secure 233 West Street to ensure there are no additional inadvertent releases of the dogs out of the home. Second: Heidi Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Frail)
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: No Appointments were made at this meeting. CONSENT AGENDA *=Backup attached 1. Accept the following donation made to the Needham Community Revitalization Trust Fund: $200 from the Needham Community Council. 2. Accept the following donation made to Needham Aging Services: $100 from Carol Amicangiolli. 3. Accept the following donation made to Youth & Family Services: $1,688.47 from Highrock Church Inc. for the Mental Health First Aid Program. 4.* Approve a request from Kiko Bracker, race director from the Needham Running Club, to hold the Needham Backyard Ultra race in Needham. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 7, 2022, 7:00am. The event and route have been approved by the following departments: Fire, Police, DPW, Park & Recreation. 5.* Approve a request from Nick Bendixen, race coordinator from the Charles River YMCA, to hold the Charles River Annual Independence Day 5K race in Needham. The event is scheduled for Monday, July 4, 2022, 7:00am, pending departmental approvals. 6.* Approve a request from Hilary Ryan, race coordinator from the Charles River Center, to hold the Charles River Center 5K run/1 mile walk in Needham. The event is scheduled for Sunday, September 25, 2022, 9:00am, pending departmental approvals. 7.* Approve Open and Executive Session Minutes for March 8, 2022 and March 22, 2022. 8. Approve a Common Victualler License for Blue Restaurant LLC d/b/a Blue on
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli 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 Needham Community Revitalization Trust Fund: $200 from the Needham Community Council. 2. Accept the following donation made to Needham Aging Services: $100 from Carol Amicangiolli. 3. Accept the following donation made to Youth & Family Services: $1,688.47 from Highrock Church Inc. for the Mental Health First Aid Program. 4.* Approve a request from Kiko Bracker, race director from the Needham Running Club, to hold the Needham Backyard Ultra race in Needham. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 7, 2022, 7:00am. The event and route have been approved by the following departments: Fire, Police, DPW, Park & Recreation. 5.* Approve a request from Nick Bendixen, race coordinator from the Charles River YMCA, to hold the Charles River Annual Independence Day 5K race in Needham. The event is scheduled for Monday, July 4, 2022, 7:00am, pending departmental approvals. 6.* Approve a request from Hilary Ryan, race coordinator from the Charles River Center, to hold the Charles River Center 5K run/1 mile walk in Needham. The event is scheduled for Sunday, September 25, 2022, 9:00am, pending departmental approvals. 7.* Approve Open and Executive Session Minutes for March 8, 2022 and March 22, 2022. 8. Approve a Common Victualler License for Blue Restaurant LLC d/b/a Blue on Highland 9. Approve a Weekday Entertainment License for Blue Restaurant LLC d/b/a Blue on Highland 10. Approve a Sunday Entertainment License for Blue Restaurant LLC d/b/a Blue on Highland 11. Outdoor Dining: Extend the authorization granted to the Town Manager by its vote of June 9, 2020 to grant all local approvals necessary to allow existing local businesses to utilize outdoor seating in parking lots, on-street parking spaces, sidewalks, landscaped yard areas or other appropriate locations to provide more space to serve patrons until April 1, 2023, such authorization to remain subject to all the terms and conditions stated in the Board's original vote and to c. 42 of the Acts of 2022. 12. Consumption of To-Go Cocktails: Authorize the consumption of alcohol, as defined by M.G.L. c. 138, Section 1, that has been sold in association with take- out service of food pursuant to Section 13 of c. 53 of the Acts of 2020, as amended by c. 42 of the Acts of 2022, at the Town Common, the Needham Heights Common/Avery Square, and Eaton Plaza under the provisions of Section 3.1.9 of the General By-laws of the Town until April 1, 2023. 13.* Approve a Special One Day Wines & Malt Beverages Only License for Gloria Greis of Needham History Center & Museum to host "Spring into Springtime", Saturday April 30, 2022 from 6:00-11:00 PM. The event will be held at the Needham History Center & Museum, 1147 Central Avenue. The event has been approved by the following departments: Fire & Police. 14. 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 6/18/22 6/25/22 4pm- Ridge Road Ridge Road 10 pm Samantha 48 Scott Road Scott Rd 5/14/22 N/A 3pm- Eisenberg 6pm Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Intention to Layout Streets for Town Acceptance - Hutter Ridge Road
Approve and sign Form 2 and Form 2a indicating our intention to layout Hutter Ridge Road and schedule a hearing for April 26, 2022 at the regularly scheduled Select Board meeting
The Board vote to approve and sign Form 2 and Form 2a indicating our intention to layout Hutter Ridge Road and schedule a hearing for April 26, 2022 at the regularly scheduled Select Board meeting.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Board vote to approve and sign Form 2 and Form 2a indicating our intention to layout Hutter Ridge Road and schedule a hearing for April 26, 2022 at the regularly scheduled Select Board meeting. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Town Manager
Approve and sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025
The Board approve and sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025.
Yes: Borrelli, Cooley, Frail, KeaneNo: Nelson
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Board approve and sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025. Second: Mr. Keane. Approved 4-1-0. Mr. Nelson voted nay..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Ms. Cooley announced Mr. Nelson, Vice Chair has asked to revisit agenda item
Approve and sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025
The Board approve and sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Board approve and sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Town Manager
Support Article 3 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 3 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 3 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Support Article 4 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 4 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 4 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Support Article 5 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 5 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 5 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Support Article 6 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 6 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 6 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 7 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 7 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 7 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 8 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 8 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 8 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 9 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 9 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 9 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Support Article 10 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 10 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 10 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 11 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 11 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 11 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Support Article 12 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 12 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 12 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Frail)
Support Article 13 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 13 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 13 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 14 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 14 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 14 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 15 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 15 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 15 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 16 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 16 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 16 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Frail)
Support Article 17 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 17 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 17 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 18 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 18 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 18 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 19 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 19 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 19 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 20 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 20 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 20 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 21 with the Emergency Preamble in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 21 with the Emergency Preamble in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Borrelli, Cooley, Frail, KeaneNo: Nelson
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 21 with the Emergency Preamble in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Approved 4-1-0. Mr. Nelson voted nay..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Support Article 22 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 22 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 22 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Support Article 23 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 23 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 23 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 24 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 24 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 24 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 25 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 25 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 25 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Support Article 26 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 26 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 26 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 27 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 27 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 27 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
Support Article 28 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 28 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 28 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Support Article 29 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 29 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 29 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 30 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 30 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 30 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 31 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 31 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 31 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 32 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 32 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 32 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Support Article 33 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 33 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 33 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Frail)
Support Article 34 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 34 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to support Article 34 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
Support Article 35 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 35 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 35 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 36 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 36 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 36 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 37 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 37 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 37 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 38 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 38 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 38 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 39 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 39 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 39 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Take no position on Article 40 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to take no position on Article 40 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Keane, NelsonNo: Borrelli, Cooley, FrailThe minutes say "Approved 2-3. Mr. Borrelli, Ms. Frail, and Ms. Cooley voted no." Three of five voted no, so the motion is shown as failed; the Board then voted not to support Article 40 (next vote).
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to take no position on Article 40 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Approved 2-3. Mr. Borrelli, Ms. Frail, and Ms. Cooley voted no..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Not to support Article 40 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote not to support Article 40 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote not to support Article 40 in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously Approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Frail)
Support Article 1 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 1 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 1 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 2 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 2 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 2 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Borrelli. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Borrelli)
Support Article 4 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 4 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 4 in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Ms. Cooley announced Mr. Nelson, Vice Chair has asked to revisit agenda item
Reconsider its vote on the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025
The Select Board vote to reconsider its vote on the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli that the Select Board vote to reconsider its vote on the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Needham Police Union for FY2022 and FY 2023-2025. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Nelson)
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 estate if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Not to return to open session prior to adjournment.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Borrelli 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 estate if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Not to return to open session prior to adjournment. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0 by roll call vote..” (Motion: Borrelli, second: Keane)
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