MassVoter.com← Needham Select BoardNeedham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
April 12, 2023
58 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Marianne B. Cooley, Kevin Keane, Heidi Frail, Marcus Nelson, Catherine Reid Dowd
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Theodora Eaton, Town Clerk swore in returning member Marianne Cooley and newly elected member Catherine Dowd to three years positions on the Select Board.
- Ms. Dowd recused herself.
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: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Frail)
Nominate Kevin Keane to serve as Vice Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board
The Select Board vote to nominate Kevin Keane to serve as Vice Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to nominate Kevin Keane to serve as Vice Chair of the Town of Needham Select Board. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Nominate Heidi Frail to serve as Clerk of the Town of Needham Select Board
The Select Board vote to nominate Heidi Frail to serve as Clerk of the Town of Needham Select Board.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to nominate Heidi Frail to serve as Clerk of the Town of Needham Select Board. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Public Hearing: Eversource Energy Grant of Location - 37 Forest Street
Approved and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 15 feet of conduit in Forest Street, Needham
The Select Board approved and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 15 feet of conduit in Forest Street, Needham.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board approved and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 15 feet of conduit in Forest Street, Needham. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Public Hearing: Eversource Energy Grant of Location - 212 Forest Street
Approved and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 15 feet of conduit in Forest Street, Needham
The Select Board approved and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 15 feet of conduit in Forest Street, Needham.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board approved and sign a petition from Eversource Energy to install approximately 15 feet of conduit in Forest Street, Needham. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Public Hearing: Outdoor Dining License - French Press, LLC, d/b/a French press.
Approve an Outdoor Dining License for French Press, LLC., d/b/a French Press
The Select Board vote to approve an Outdoor Dining License for French Press, LLC., d/b/a French Press.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to approve an Outdoor Dining License for French Press, LLC., d/b/a French Press. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Public Hearing: Alteration of Premises for a Wine and Malts License in a
Approve the Amendment for Alteration of Premises Application received from French Press, LLC, d/b/a French Press and vote to forward the Amendment application to the ABCC for review and final approval
The Board vote to approve the Amendment for Alteration of Premises Application received from French Press, LLC, d/b/a French Press and vote to forward the Amendment application to the ABCC for review and final approval.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Board vote to approve the Amendment for Alteration of Premises Application received from French Press, LLC, d/b/a French Press and vote to forward the Amendment application to the ABCC for review and final approval. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
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 1. Update SB-PERS-003 Policy Contributory Insurance Rules and Regulations (extend Opt-out Program to 2025). 2. Approve minutes for February 15, 2023 (open session) and March 14, 2023 (open and executive session). 3. Approve two One Day Special Licenses from Leslie Laputz of PanMass Challenge for Friday, August 4, 2023, 2:00-8:00 PM and Sunday, August 6, 2023, 10:00am - 4:00pm for PanMass Challenge. The event will be held at the Trim Parking Lot, Babson College. All documents are in order. 4. Approve a One Day Special License from Leslie Nelken of the League of Women Voters of Needham for Thursday, May 18, 2023, 6:00-8:30 PM for their Annual Meeting. The event will be held at the Center at the Heights multipurpose room. All documents are in order. 5. Approve a One Day Special License from Gloria Greis of the Needham History Center & Museum for Saturday, April 29, 2023, 6:30-11:00PM for the Spring into Springtime Gala. The event will be held at the History Center. All documents are in order. 6. Declare April 26, 2023 Doris Kearns Goodwin Day in Needham. 7. Approve a one-day suspension as penalty for the failure of an alcohol compliance check on December 7, 2022 for Vinodivino3 LLC, d/b/a Vinodivino. 8. Approve 20B Exemption for the following individual to engage in work with the Needham Planning and Community Development Depa
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to approve the Appointments and Consent Agenda as presented. APPOINTMENTS: No Appointments were made at this meeting. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Update SB-PERS-003 Policy Contributory Insurance Rules and Regulations (extend Opt-out Program to 2025). 2. Approve minutes for February 15, 2023 (open session) and March 14, 2023 (open and executive session). 3. Approve two One Day Special Licenses from Leslie Laputz of PanMass Challenge for Friday, August 4, 2023, 2:00-8:00 PM and Sunday, August 6, 2023, 10:00am - 4:00pm for PanMass Challenge. The event will be held at the Trim Parking Lot, Babson College. All documents are in order. 4. Approve a One Day Special License from Leslie Nelken of the League of Women Voters of Needham for Thursday, May 18, 2023, 6:00-8:30 PM for their Annual Meeting. The event will be held at the Center at the Heights multipurpose room. All documents are in order. 5. Approve a One Day Special License from Gloria Greis of the Needham History Center & Museum for Saturday, April 29, 2023, 6:30-11:00PM for the Spring into Springtime Gala. The event will be held at the History Center. All documents are in order. 6. Declare April 26, 2023 Doris Kearns Goodwin Day in Needham. 7. Approve a one-day suspension as penalty for the failure of an alcohol compliance check on December 7, 2022 for Vinodivino3 LLC, d/b/a Vinodivino. 8. Approve 20B Exemption for the following individual to engage in work with the Needham Planning and Community Development Department: Kristan Patenaude. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Public Hearing: Relative to Suspended Alcohol License - Poet King, LLC d/b/a
Close Public Hearing: Relative to Suspended Alcohol License - Poet King, LLC d/b/a Hungry Coyote and take no action because the licensee no longer intends for Leona Leon to serve as a Manager of...
The Select Board vote to close Public Hearing: Relative to Suspended Alcohol License - Poet King, LLC d/b/a Hungry Coyote and take no action because the licensee no longer intends for Leona Leon to serve as a Manager of Record and, further, to authorize the Town Manager to notify the Licensee in writing that the Board will hold a hearing to cancel the license for non-use unless the following occurs within the next three (3) months: 1. The Select Board votes to approve a Change of License Manager application appointing someone other than Leona Leon to the position of a Licensed Manager. 2. The Select Board finds the new proposed License Manager of sufficient character to serve as the License Manager and votes to lift the suspension order dated January 14, 2022; or 3. The Select Board approves an application transferring the license to a new corporate entity.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to close Public Hearing: Relative to Suspended Alcohol License - Poet King, LLC d/b/a Hungry Coyote and take no action because the licensee no longer intends for Leona Leon to serve as a Manager of Record and, further, to authorize the Town Manager to notify the Licensee in writing that the Board will hold a hearing to cancel the license for non-use unless the following occurs within the next three (3) months: 1. The Select Board votes to approve a Change of License Manager application appointing someone other than Leona Leon to the position of a Licensed Manager. 2. The Select Board finds the new proposed License Manager of sufficient character to serve as the License Manager and votes to lift the suspension order dated January 14, 2022; or 3. The Select Board approves an application transferring the license to a new corporate entity. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Public Hearing: ABCC Amendment Application for Change of Officers and
Deny the application submitted by Poet King Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Hungry Coyote on December 21, 2022, for a change of officers, change of ownership interest, and transfer of stock as...
The Select Board vote to deny the application submitted by Poet King Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Hungry Coyote on December 21, 2022, for a change of officers, change of ownership interest, and transfer of stock as approval of this application does not support the common good for the following reasons: While Mr. Leon will not be the license manager, Mr. Leon will be the only individual with a direct or indirect, beneficial or financial interest in the license and has shared that he will exhibit significant control over the operation of the establishment and the Board does not find him to be of sufficient character to hold an interest in this license; Mr. Leon has a history of ignoring orders of local municipal bodies, including blatant disregard for a Summary Suspension Order of the Needham Board of Health. Mr. Leon has delayed in providing documents requested by the Select Board relevant to this hearing, further demonstrating his refusal to work with municipal enforcement bodies, And to authorize Town Counsel to draft a decision capturing the Board's discussion and vote, and authorize the Town Manager to sign said decision and send notice of the decision to the ABCC and the Licensee, as required under Chapter 138 of the General Laws.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail the Select Board vote to deny the application submitted by Poet King Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Hungry Coyote on December 21, 2022, for a change of officers, change of ownership interest, and transfer of stock as approval of this application does not support the common good for the following reasons: While Mr. Leon will not be the license manager, Mr. Leon will be the only individual with a direct or indirect, beneficial or financial interest in the license and has shared that he will exhibit significant control over the operation of the establishment and the Board does not find him to be of sufficient character to hold an interest in this license; Mr. Leon has a history of ignoring orders of local municipal bodies, including blatant disregard for a Summary Suspension Order of the Needham Board of Health. Mr. Leon has delayed in providing documents requested by the Select Board relevant to this hearing, further demonstrating his refusal to work with municipal enforcement bodies, And to authorize Town Counsel to draft a decision capturing the Board's discussion and vote, and authorize the Town Manager to sign said decision and send notice of the decision to the ABCC and the Licensee, as required under Chapter 138 of the General Laws. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Town Manager
Adopt Select Board Policy SB-LIC-002: Outdoor Space Use Permits
The Select Board vote to adopt Select Board Policy SB-LIC-002: Outdoor Space Use Permits.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to adopt Select Board Policy SB-LIC-002: Outdoor Space Use Permits. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Adopt the revised schedule for community stormwater mitigation assessments identified on schedule below and that they be effective January 1, 2024; further that the Town Manager is authorized to...
The Board adopt the revised schedule for community stormwater mitigation assessments identified on schedule below and that they be effective January 1, 2024; further that the Town Manager is authorized to abate and/or adjust the fee upon the recommendation of the Director of Public Works, with supporting documents, if 1) there was an error in the billing amount; 2) there was an error in calculating the impervious area; 3) the identification of the property owner was invoiced in error; or 4) other similar circumstances. Annual assessment is billed on a quarterly or monthly schedule based on the utility account type.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Board adopt the revised schedule for community stormwater mitigation assessments identified on schedule below and that they be effective January 1, 2024; further that the Town Manager is authorized to abate and/or adjust the fee upon the recommendation of the Director of Public Works, with supporting documents, if 1) there was an error in the billing amount; 2) there was an error in calculating the impervious area; 3) the identification of the property owner was invoiced in error; or 4) other similar circumstances. Annual assessment is billed on a quarterly or monthly schedule based on the utility account type. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 3 - ESTABLISH ELECTED OFFICIALS' SALARIES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Board vote to support Article 3 - ESTABLISH ELECTED OFFICIALS' SALARIES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Board vote to support Article 3 - ESTABLISH ELECTED OFFICIALS' SALARIES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Support Article 4 - APPROPRIATE FOR NEEDHAM PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM in the Annual town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 4 - APPROPRIATE FOR NEEDHAM PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM in the Annual town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 4 - APPROPRIATE FOR NEEDHAM PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM in the Annual town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 5 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES MAINTENANCE PROGRAM in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 5 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES MAINTENANCE PROGRAM in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Cooley, Frail, Keane, NelsonAbstained: Dowd
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 5 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES MAINTENANCE PROGRAM in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Approved 4-0-1. Ms. Dowd abstained..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 6 - APPROPRIATE FOR SMALL REPAIR GRANT PROGRAM in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 6 - APPROPRIATE FOR SMALL REPAIR GRANT PROGRAM in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 6 - APPROPRIATE FOR SMALL REPAIR GRANT PROGRAM in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Support Article 7 - APPROPRIATE FOR COMPENSATED ABSENCES FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 7 - APPROPRIATE FOR COMPENSATED ABSENCES FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 7 - APPROPRIATE FOR COMPENSATED ABSENCES FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 8 - APPROPRIATE FOR OUTSIDE RECRUITMENT SERVICES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 8 - APPROPRIATE FOR OUTSIDE RECRUITMENT SERVICES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 8 - APPROPRIATE FOR OUTSIDE RECRUITMENT SERVICES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 9 - APPROPRIATE FOR TEMPORARY STAFFING SERVICES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 9 - APPROPRIATE FOR TEMPORARY STAFFING SERVICES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 9 - APPROPRIATE FOR TEMPORARY STAFFING SERVICES in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 10 - APPROPRIATE FOR TOWN-OWNED LAND SURVEYS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 10 - APPROPRIATE FOR TOWN-OWNED LAND SURVEYS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 10 - APPROPRIATE FOR TOWN-OWNED LAND SURVEYS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 11 - APPROPRIATE FOR FLEET REFURBISHMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 11 - APPROPRIATE FOR FLEET REFURBISHMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 11 - APPROPRIATE FOR FLEET REFURBISHMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Support Article 12 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 OPERATING BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 12 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 OPERATING BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Catherine Reid Dowd stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 12 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 OPERATING BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Approved 4-0-1. Ms. Dowd recused herself..” (Motion: Keane, second: Frail)
Support Article 13 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 13 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 13 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 14 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 WATER ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 14 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 WATER ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 14 - APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 WATER ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 15 - AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND STATE FUNDS FOR PUBLIC WAYS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 15 - AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND STATE FUNDS FOR PUBLIC WAYS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 15 - AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND STATE FUNDS FOR PUBLIC WAYS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 16 - SET THE ANNUAL DEPARTMENT REVOLVING FUND SPENDING LIMITS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 16 - SET THE ANNUAL DEPARTMENT REVOLVING FUND SPENDING LIMITS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Cooley, Frail, Keane, NelsonAbstained: Dowd
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 16 - SET THE ANNUAL DEPARTMENT REVOLVING FUND SPENDING LIMITS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Approved 4-0-1. Ms. Dowd abstained..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Not to support Article 17 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - ACCESSORY 3 - CAR GARAGE USE IN SINGLE RESIDENCE B, GENERAL RESIDENCE, BUSINESS, AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote not to support Article 17 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - ACCESSORY 3 - CAR GARAGE USE IN SINGLE RESIDENCE B, GENERAL RESIDENCE, BUSINESS, AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Dowd, Frail, Keane, NelsonNo: Cooley
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote not to support Article 17 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - ACCESSORY 3 - CAR GARAGE USE IN SINGLE RESIDENCE B, GENERAL RESIDENCE, BUSINESS, AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Approved 4-1. Ms. Cooley voted nay..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 18 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ADU'S) in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 18 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ADU'S) in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 18 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ADU'S) in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 19 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW CORRECTIVE ZONING AMENDMENTS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 19 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW CORRECTIVE ZONING AMENDMENTS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 19 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW CORRECTIVE ZONING AMENDMENTS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 20 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - SINGLE RESIDENCE B AND GENERAL RESIDENCE SIDE SETBACK in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 20 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - SINGLE RESIDENCE B AND GENERAL RESIDENCE SIDE SETBACK in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 20 - AMEND ZONING BY-LAW - SINGLE RESIDENCE B AND GENERAL RESIDENCE SIDE SETBACK in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 21 - APPROPRIATE TO COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 21 - APPROPRIATE TO COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 21 - APPROPRIATE TO COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 22 - APPROPRIATE TO COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND SUPPLEMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 22 - APPROPRIATE TO COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND SUPPLEMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 22 - APPROPRIATE TO COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND SUPPLEMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 23 - APPROPRIATE FOR NEEDHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY SEABEDS COOK PRESERVATION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 23 - APPROPRIATE FOR NEEDHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY SEABEDS COOK PRESERVATION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 23 - APPROPRIATE FOR NEEDHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY SEABEDS COOK PRESERVATION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 24 - APPROPRIATE FOR DEFAZIO PLAYGROUND DESIGN in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 24 - APPROPRIATE FOR DEFAZIO PLAYGROUND DESIGN in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 24 - APPROPRIATE FOR DEFAZIO PLAYGROUND DESIGN in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 25 - APPROPRIATE FOR GENERAL FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 25 - APPROPRIATE FOR GENERAL FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Catherine Reid Dowd stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 25 - APPROPRIATE FOR GENERAL FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Approved 4-0-1. Ms. Dowd recused herself..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 26 - APPROPRIATE FOR FIRE LADDER TRUCK in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 26 - APPROPRIATE FOR FIRE LADDER TRUCK in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Dowd that the Select Board vote to support Article 26 - APPROPRIATE FOR FIRE LADDER TRUCK in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Dowd, second: Keane)
Support Article 27 - APPROPRIATE FOR ROOFTOP UNIT REPLACEMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 27 - APPROPRIATE FOR ROOFTOP UNIT REPLACEMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Catherine Reid Dowd stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 27 - APPROPRIATE FOR ROOFTOP UNIT REPLACEMENT in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Approved 4-0-1. Ms. Dowd recused herself..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Keane)
Support Article 28 - APPROPRIATE FOR QUIET ZONE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 28 - APPROPRIATE FOR QUIET ZONE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 28 - APPROPRIATE FOR QUIET ZONE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 29 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC WORKS INFRASTRUCTURE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 29 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC WORKS INFRASTRUCTURE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 29 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC WORKS INFRASTRUCTURE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 30 - APPROPRIATE FOR SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 30 - APPROPRIATE FOR SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 30 - APPROPRIATE FOR SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Frail)
Support Article 31 - APPROPRIATE FOR WATER ENTERPRISE FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 31 - APPROPRIATE FOR WATER ENTERPRISE FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 31 - APPROPRIATE FOR WATER ENTERPRISE FUND CASH CAPITAL in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Keane. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Keane)
Support Article 32 - APPROPRIATE FOR WATER SYSTEM DISTRIBUTION IMPROVEMENTS - SOUTH STREET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 32 - APPROPRIATE FOR WATER SYSTEM DISTRIBUTION IMPROVEMENTS - SOUTH STREET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 32 - APPROPRIATE FOR WATER SYSTEM DISTRIBUTION IMPROVEMENTS - SOUTH STREET in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 33 - RESCIND DEBT AUTHORIZATION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 33 - RESCIND DEBT AUTHORIZATION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Cooley, Frail, Keane, NelsonAbstained: Dowd
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 33 - RESCIND DEBT AUTHORIZATION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Approved 4-0-1. Ms. Dowd abstained..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 34 - APPROPRIATE TO ATHLETIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENT FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 34 - APPROPRIATE TO ATHLETIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENT FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 34 - APPROPRIATE TO ATHLETIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENT FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 35 - STORMWATER STABILIZATION FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 35 - STORMWATER STABILIZATION FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 35 - STORMWATER STABILIZATION FUND in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 37 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAWS - NON-CRIMINAL DISPOSITIONS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 37 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAWS - NON-CRIMINAL DISPOSITIONS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 37 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAWS - NON-CRIMINAL DISPOSITIONS in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 38 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAWS - TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 38 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAWS - TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 38 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAWS - TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Frail)
Support Article 39 - CITIZENS PETITION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 39 - CITIZENS PETITION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 39 - CITIZENS PETITION in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 1 - FUND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT - NEEDHAM FIRE UNION in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 1 - FUND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT - NEEDHAM FIRE UNION in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 1 - FUND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT - NEEDHAM FIRE UNION in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Nelson)
Support Article 2 - HOME RULE PETITION TO EXEMPT FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM CIVIL SERVICE in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 2 - HOME RULE PETITION TO EXEMPT FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM CIVIL SERVICE in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 2 - HOME RULE PETITION TO EXEMPT FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM CIVIL SERVICE in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 8 - AMEND TOWN CHARTER - PERSONNEL BOARD in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 8 - AMEND TOWN CHARTER - PERSONNEL BOARD in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Keane that the Select Board vote to support Article 8 - AMEND TOWN CHARTER - PERSONNEL BOARD in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Dowd. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Keane, second: Dowd)
Support Article 9 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAW - PERSONNEL BOARD in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 9 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAW - PERSONNEL BOARD in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Nelson that the Select Board vote to support Article 9 - AMEND GENERAL BY-LAW - PERSONNEL BOARD in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Ms. Frail. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Nelson, second: Frail)
Support Article 10 - PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND GOVERNMENT (PEG) ACCESS AND CABLE RELATED FUND ACCEPTANCE in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 10 - PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND GOVERNMENT (PEG) ACCESS AND CABLE RELATED FUND ACCEPTANCE in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 10 - PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND GOVERNMENT (PEG) ACCESS AND CABLE RELATED FUND ACCEPTANCE in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 11 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND GOVERNMENT (PEG) PROGRAMMING in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 11 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND GOVERNMENT (PEG) PROGRAMMING in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 11 - APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND GOVERNMENT (PEG) PROGRAMMING in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 12 - ESTABLISH OPIOID SETTLEMENT STABILIZATION FUND in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 12 - ESTABLISH OPIOID SETTLEMENT STABILIZATION FUND in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 12 - ESTABLISH OPIOID SETTLEMENT STABILIZATION FUND in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Support Article 13 - APPROPRIATE TO OPIOID SETTLEMENT STABILIZATION FUND in the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Select Board vote to support Article 13 - APPROPRIATE TO OPIOID SETTLEMENT STABILIZATION FUND in the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to support Article 13 - APPROPRIATE TO OPIOID SETTLEMENT STABILIZATION FUND in the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Board Discussion
Authorize Town Counsel to prepare and submit a response to the Open Meeting Law complaint
The Select Board authorize Town Counsel to prepare and submit a response to the Open Meeting Law complaint.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board authorize Town Counsel to prepare and submit a response to the Open Meeting Law complaint. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
Adjourn
Adjourn the Select Board meeting of Wednesday, April 12, 2023
The Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board meeting of Wednesday, April 12, 2023.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Frail that the Select Board vote to adjourn the Select Board meeting of Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Second: Mr. Nelson. Unanimously approved 5-0..” (Motion: Frail, second: Nelson)
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