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North Reading Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

May 8, 2023

40 recorded votes, 39 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Vincenzo Stuto, Richard Wallner, Stephen O'Leary, Liane Gonzalez, Kathryn Manupelli

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Liane Gonzalez arrived after the meeting began (at 7:15 p.m).
  • Kathryn Manupelli arrived after the meeting began (at 7:15 p.m).

Every vote, in order

MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO SIGN THE JUNE 12, 2023 SPRING ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT.

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Sign the June 12, 2023 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Sign the June 12, 2023 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

GENERAL $ 12,560.55 LABOR $ 1,935.00 20 ELM STREET $ 33.00 TOTAL $ 14,528.55

General $ 12,560.55 Labor $ 1,935.00 20 Elm Street $ 33.00 Total $ 14,528.55

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 4–0

General $ 12,560.55 Labor $ 1,935.00 20 Elm Street $ 33.00 Total $ 14,528.55

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES AS WRITTEN FOR THE FOLLOWING DATE. APRIL 24, 2023

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Approve the Regular Session Minutes as Written for the Following Date. April 24, 2023

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Approve the Regular Session Minutes as Written for the Following Date. April 24, 2023

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND THE FY2024 OPERATING BUDGET IN THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS AS PROPOSED BY THE TOWN ADMINIS

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend the FY2024 Operating Budget in the Following Amounts as Proposed by the Town Administrator

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend the FY2024 Operating Budget in the Following Amounts as Proposed by the Town Administrator

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

ARTICLE 1 - FY2023 BUDGET AMENDMENT MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 1 - FY2023 BUDGET AMENDMENT.

Article 1 - FY2023 Budget Amendment Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 1 - FY2023 Budget Amendment

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 1 - FY2023 Budget Amendment Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 1 - FY2023 Budget Amendment

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

ARTICLE 2 - FY2023 CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE 2 - FY2023 CAPIT

Article 2 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 2 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 2 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 2 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

ARTICLE 3 - FY2023 CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT - SYNTHETIC TURF ATHLETIC FIELD MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE

Article 3 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment - Synthetic Turf Athletic Field Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 3 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment - Synthetic Turf Athletic Field

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 3 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment - Synthetic Turf Athletic Field Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 3 - FY2023 Capital Budget Amendment - Synthetic Turf Athletic Field

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

ARTICLE 4 - FUND FY2023 SNOW AND ICE DEFICIT MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 4 - FUND FY2023 SNOW AND ICE DE

Article 4 - Fund FY2023 Snow and Ice Deficit Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 4 - Fund FY2023 Snow and Ice Deficit

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 4 - Fund FY2023 Snow and Ice Deficit Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 4 - Fund FY2023 Snow and Ice Deficit

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

ARTICLE 5 - FY2023 APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT STABILIZATION FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTIC

Article 5 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Capital Improvement Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 5 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Capital Improvement Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 5 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Capital Improvement Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 5 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Capital Improvement Stabilization Fund

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

ARTICLE 6 - FY2023 TRANSFER FUNDS TO OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOM

Article 6 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Other Post Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 6 - FY 2023 Transfer Funds to Other Post Employment Benefits...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 6 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Other Post Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 6 - FY 2023 Transfer Funds to Other Post Employment Benefits...

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

ARTICLE 7- FY2023 APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO STABILIZATION FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 7 - FY2023 APPROPR

Article 7- FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 7 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 7- FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 7 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Stabilization Fund

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

ARTICLE 8 - FY2023 TRANSFER FUNDS TO SOLID WASTE STABILIZATION FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING

Article 8 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Solid Waste Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 8 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Solid Waste Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 8 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Solid Waste Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 8 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Solid Waste Stabilization Fund

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

ARTICLE 9 - FY2023 TRANSFER FUNDS TO WATER STABILIZATION FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICL

Article 9 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Water Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 9 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Water Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 9 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Water Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 9 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to Water Stabilization Fund

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

ARTICLE 10 - FY2023 APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO PARTICIPATING FUNDING ARRANGEMENT FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTI

Article 10 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Participating Funding Arrangement Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 10 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Participating Funding Arrangement Fund

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 10 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Participating Funding Arrangement Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 10 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Participating Funding Arrangement Fund

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

OR TRANSPORTATION MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 11 - FY2023 TRANSFER FUNDS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RESERVE FUND

Or Transportation Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 11 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to School District Reserve Fund for Unanticipated/Unbudgeted Costs for Special Education, Out-Of-District...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Or Transportation Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 11 - FY2023 Transfer Funds to School District Reserve Fund for Unanticipated/Unbudgeted Costs for Special Education, Out-Of-District...

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

ARTICLE 12- FY2023 APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR LEGAL EXPENSES - 20 ELM STREET MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEET

Article 12- FY2023 Appropriate Funds for Legal Expenses - 20 Elm Street Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 12 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds for Legal Expenses - 20 Elm Street

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 12- FY2023 Appropriate Funds for Legal Expenses - 20 Elm Street Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 12 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds for Legal Expenses - 20 Elm Street

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

ARTICLE 13 - FY2023 APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO COVER GRANT DEFICITS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 13 - FY2023 AP

Article 13 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Cover Grant Deficits Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 13 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Cover Grant Deficits

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 13 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Cover Grant Deficits Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 13 - FY2023 Appropriate Funds to Cover Grant Deficits

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

ARTICLE 14 - CREATE OPIOID SETTLEMENT STABILIZATION FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 14 - CREATE OPIOID

Article 14 - Create Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 14 - Create Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 14 - Create Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 14 - Create Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

ARTICLE 15- PRIOR YEAR BILLS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 15 - PRIOR YEAR BILLS.

Article 15- Prior Year Bills Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 15 - Prior Year Bills

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 15- Prior Year Bills Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 15 - Prior Year Bills

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

ARTICLE 16 - SELECT TOWN OFFICERS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND 16 - SELECT TOWN OFFICERS.

Article 16 - Select Town Officers Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend 16 - Select Town Officers

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 16 - Select Town Officers Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend 16 - Select Town Officers

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

ARTICLE 17 - HEAR AND ACT ON REPORTS OF TOWN OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 17 - HE

Article 17 - Hear and Act on Reports of Town Officers and Committees Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 17 - Hear and Act on Reports of Town Officers and Committees

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 17 - Hear and Act on Reports of Town Officers and Committees Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 17 - Hear and Act on Reports of Town Officers and Committees

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

ARTICLE 18 - INCREASE SENIOR TAX REBATE MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 18 - INCREASE SENIOR TAX REBATE.

Article 18 - Increase Senior Tax Rebate Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 18 - Increase Senior Tax Rebate

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 18 - Increase Senior Tax Rebate Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 18 - Increase Senior Tax Rebate

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

ARTICLE 19 - FY 2024 OPERATING BUDGET MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 19 - FY 2024 OPERATING BUDGET

Article 19 - FY 2024 Operating Budget Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 19 - FY 2024 Operating Budget

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 19 - FY 2024 Operating Budget Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 19 - FY 2024 Operating Budget

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

ARTICLE 20 - FY2024 ONE-TIME FIRE DEPARTMENT RECRUIT AND PARAMEDIC TRAINING MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE

Article 20 - FY2024 One-Time Fire Department Recruit and Paramedic Training Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 20 - FY2024 One-Time Fire Department Recruit and Paramedic Training

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 20 - FY2024 One-Time Fire Department Recruit and Paramedic Training Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 20 - FY2024 One-Time Fire Department Recruit and Paramedic Training

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

ARTICLE 21 - FUND RETIREMENT OBLIGATIONS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 21 - FUND RETIREMENT OBLIGATIONS.

Article 21 - Fund Retirement Obligations Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 21 - Fund Retirement Obligations

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 21 - Fund Retirement Obligations Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 21 - Fund Retirement Obligations

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

ARTICLE 22 - FY2024 APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO R

Article 22 - FY2024 Appropriate Funds to Other Post Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 22 - FY2024 Appropriate Funds to Other Post Employment...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 22 - FY2024 Appropriate Funds to Other Post Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 22 - FY2024 Appropriate Funds to Other Post Employment...

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

ARTICLE 23 - AUTHORIZE TREASURER TO ENTER INTO COMPENSATING BALANCE AGREEMENTS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTIC

Article 23 - Authorize Treasurer to Enter into Compensating Balance Agreements Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 23 - Authorize Treasurer to Enter into Compensating Balance Agreements

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 23 - Authorize Treasurer to Enter into Compensating Balance Agreements Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 23 - Authorize Treasurer to Enter into Compensating Balance Agreements

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

ARTICLE 24 - RESCIND AUTHORIZATION TO BORROW MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE 24 - RESCIND AU

Article 24 - Rescind Authorization to Borrow Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 24 - Rescind Authorization to Borrow

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 24 - Rescind Authorization to Borrow Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 24 - Rescind Authorization to Borrow

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

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ARTICLE 25 - FY 2024 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 25 - FY 2024 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES.

Article 25 - FY 2024 Capital Expenditures Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 25 - FY 2024 Capital Expenditures

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 25 - FY 2024 Capital Expenditures Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 25 - FY 2024 Capital Expenditures

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

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ARTICLE 26 - FY2024 FUND TOWN BUILDING REPAIRS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26 - FY2024 FUND TOWN BUILDIN

Article 26 - FY2024 Fund Town Building Repairs Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 26 - FY2024 Fund Town Building Repairs

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 26 - FY2024 Fund Town Building Repairs Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 26 - FY2024 Fund Town Building Repairs

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

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ARTICLE 27 - FY2024 AUTHORIZE CHAPTER 90 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 27 - FY2024 AU

Article 27 - FY2024 Authorize Chapter 90 Highway Construction Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 27 - FY2024 Authorize Chapter 90 Highway Construction

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 27 - FY2024 Authorize Chapter 90 Highway Construction Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 27 - FY2024 Authorize Chapter 90 Highway Construction

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

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ARTICLE 28 - AUTHORIZE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ACCEPT EASEMENTS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 28 - AUT

Article 28 - Authorize Director of Public Works to Accept Easements Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 28 - Authorize Director of Public Works to Accept Easements

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 28 - Authorize Director of Public Works to Accept Easements Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 28 - Authorize Director of Public Works to Accept Easements

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

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MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 29 - GRANT EASEMENT ON 0 WILMA ROAD (MAP 13, LOT 131).

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 29 - Grant Easement on 0 Wilma Road (Map 13, Lot 131)

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · 3–1

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 29 - Grant Easement on 0 Wilma Road (Map 13, Lot 131)

Yes: O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerNo: ManupelliThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI NAY VOTE: 3-1 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

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ARTICLE 30 - APPROPRIATE MONEY FOR HISTORICAL BUILDINGS MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 30 - APPROPRIATE MON

Article 30 - Appropriate Money for Historical Buildings Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 30 - Appropriate Money for Historical Buildings

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 30 - Appropriate Money for Historical Buildings Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 30 - Appropriate Money for Historical Buildings

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

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ARTICLE 31 - FY2024 FUND CONSULTANT FEES FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 3A OF MGL C. 40A (MBTA COMMUNITIES REQUIREMENTS) MR

Article 31 - FY2024 Fund Consultant Fees for Compliance with Section 3a of MGL C. 40a (MBTA Communities Requirements) Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 31 - FY2024 Fund Consultant Fees...

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 31 - FY2024 Fund Consultant Fees for Compliance with Section 3a of MGL C. 40a (MBTA Communities Requirements) Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 31 - FY2024 Fund Consultant Fees...

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

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ARTICLE 32 - FY2024 FUND AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT SELF EVALUATION AND TRANSITION PLAN - PHASE 2 MR. VICE-CHAIR, I

Article 32 - FY2024 Fund American with Disabilities Act Self Evaluation and Transition Plan - Phase 2 Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 32 - FY2024 Fund American with Disabilities Act...

Minutes, page 16

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 32 - FY2024 Fund American with Disabilities Act Self Evaluation and Transition Plan - Phase 2 Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend Article 32 - FY2024 Fund American with Disabilities Act...

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

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MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE 33 - FY2024 APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR DISABILITY NEEDS ASSESSMEN

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 33 - FY2024 Appropriate Funds for Disability Needs Assessment and Transportation PILOT

Minutes, page 16

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 33 - FY2024 Appropriate Funds for Disability Needs Assessment and Transportation PILOT

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

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ARTICLE 34 - INCREASE REVOLVING FUND LIMIT - ELDER SERVICES MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE

Article 34 - Increase Revolving Fund Limit - Elder Services Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 34 - Increase Revolving Fund Limit - Elder Services

Minutes, page 17

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 34 - Increase Revolving Fund Limit - Elder Services Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Recommend at Town Meeting Article 34 - Increase Revolving Fund Limit - Elder Services

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MRS. MANUPELLI VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: Manupelli)

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MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO NOT RECOMMEND ARTICLE 35 - CITIZENS' PETITION.

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Not Recommend Article 35 - Citizens' Petition

Minutes, page 17

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Not Recommend Article 35 - Citizens' Petition

Yes: Manupelli, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Liane Gonzalez as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ ABSENT MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 4-0 1-ABSENT.” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

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MR. VICE-CHAIR, I MOVE TO ADJOURN.

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Adjourn

Minutes, page 18

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Vice-Chair, I Move to Adjourn

From the minutes

“MOTION BY: MR. WALLNER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MRS. MANUPELLI AYE VOTE: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Wallner, second: O'Leary)

Read it in the official minutes, page 18 (PDF)

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