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July 16, 2024
8 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Present: Vincenzo Stuto, Stephen O'Leary, Nicholas Masse, Liane Gonzalez, Richard Wallner
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS
Accept a Gift in the Amount of $2,500.00 from the Friends of the North Reading Council on Aging for Fiscal Year 2025 Chair Yoga Classes
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ACCEPT A GIFT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,500.00 FROM THE FRIENDS OF THE NORTH READING COUNCIL ON AGING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 CHAIR YOGA CLASSES.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ACCEPT A GIFT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,500.00 FROM THE FRIENDS OF THE NORTH READING COUNCIL ON AGING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 CHAIR YOGA CLASSES. MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTE: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Masse, second: O'Leary)
ACCEPT A GIFT IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,600.00 FROM THE FRIENDS OF NORTH READING PARKS AND RECREATION FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF KIDSPOT. Mr. Masse added he would have always suggested at least 2 bids,...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ACCEPT A GIFT IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,600.00 FROM THE FRIENDS OF NORTH READING PARKS AND RECREATION FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF KIDSPOT. Mr. Masse added he would have always suggested at least 2 bids, ideally 3 is best practice. When he found out the only bidder was this contractor, he was happy to see as he has professionally crossed paths with this contractor before and can attest to their professionalism, cleanliness, and responsiveness. He wishes the project the best of luck and commended the 3% contingency and offered to volunteer his time for the project. Mr. O'Leary was happy to see this project brought to fruition. Thank you.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ACCEPT A GIFT IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,600.00 FROM THE FRIENDS OF NORTH READING PARKS AND RECREATION FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF KIDSPOT. Mr. Masse added he would have always suggested at least 2 bids, ideally 3 is best practice. When he found out the only bidder was this contractor, he was happy to see as he has professionally crossed paths with this contractor before and can attest to their professionalism, cleanliness, and responsiveness. He wishes the project the best of luck and commended the 3% contingency and offered to volunteer his time for the project. Mr. O'Leary was happy to see this project brought to fruition. Thank you. MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTE: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Masse, second: O'Leary)
INTER-MUNICIPAL AGREEMENT (IMA) FOR THE PUBLIC HEALTH EXCELLENCE FOR SHARED SERVICES GRANT
Approve the Inter-Municipal Agreement (Ima) for the Public Health Excellence for Shared Services Grant and to Authroize the Chair to Sign the Agreement
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE INTER-MUNICIPAL AGREEMENT (IMA) FOR THE PUBLIC HEALTH EXCELLENCE FOR SHARED SERVICES GRANT AND TO AUTHROIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE INTER-MUNICIPAL AGREEMENT (IMA) FOR THE PUBLIC HEALTH EXCELLENCE FOR SHARED SERVICES GRANT AND TO AUTHROIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT. MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTE: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Masse, second: O'Leary)
SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE
Place in Nomination the Following Name for Appointments to the Sustainability Committee for an Indefinite Term. Brett Schultz Elyssa Bailey
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME FOR APPOINTMENTS TO THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE FOR AN INDEFINITE TERM. BRETT SCHULTZ ELYSSA BAILEY
Each member who voted named the same choice (Brett Schultz, Elyssa Bailey), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME FOR APPOINTMENTS TO THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE FOR AN INDEFINITE TERM. BRETT SCHULTZ ELYSSA BAILEY MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER Mr. Wallner strongly recommended both candidates. Mr. Masse did not agree with indefinite terms. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO BRETT SCHULTZ, ELYSSA BAILEY MRS. GONZALEZ BRETT SCHULTZ, ELYSSA BAILEY MR. WALLNER BRETT SCHULTZ, ELYSSA BAILEY MR. O'LEARY BRETT SCHULTZ, ELYSSA BAILEY MR. MASSE BRETT SCHULTZ, ELYSSA BAILEY VOTE: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Masse, second: Wallner)
YOUTH SERVICES
Place in Nomination the Following Name for Appointment to the Youth Services Committee for a Term to Expire December 31, 2027. Sam Messina
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE YOUTH SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2027. SAM MESSINA
Each member who voted named the same choice (Sam Messina), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE YOUTH SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2027. SAM MESSINA MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER Mr. Wallner supports. Mr. O'Leary thanked all the people in the community who choose to serve. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO SAM MESSINA MRS. GONZALEZ SAM MESSINA MR. WALLNER SAM MESSINA MR. O'LEARY SAM MESSINA MR. MASSE SAM MESSINA VOTE: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Masse, second: Wallner)
LEGAL BILLS
APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR MAY IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,814.55 AS FOLLOWS: Mr. Masse commented that "for both of these bills, and any future bills that show time spent on my issue I'm going through with...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR MAY IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,814.55 AS FOLLOWS: Mr. Masse commented that "for both of these bills, and any future bills that show time spent on my issue I'm going through with you folks. I want to note that you folks are selectively spending tax payer dollars on the hearing against me, and the process leading up to it. This is to provide an opinion, only an opinion at that, to a local bylaw and I don't think it's appropriate." GENERAL $ 10,532.55 LABOR $ 282.00 TOTAL $ 10,814.55
Yes: Gonzalez, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerNo: Masse
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR MAY IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,814.55 AS FOLLOWS: Mr. Masse commented that "for both of these bills, and any future bills that show time spent on my issue I'm going through with you folks. I want to note that you folks are selectively spending tax payer dollars on the hearing against me, and the process leading up to it. This is to provide an opinion, only an opinion at that, to a local bylaw and I don't think it's appropriate." GENERAL $ 10,532.55 LABOR $ 282.00 TOTAL $ 10,814.55 MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTE: 4-1.” (Motion: Masse, second: O'Leary)
Approve Legal Bills for June in the Amount of $18,813.46 as Follows: General $ 17,943.96 Labor $ 869.50 Total $ 18,813.46
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR JUNE IN THE AMOUNT OF $18,813.46 AS FOLLOWS: GENERAL $ 17,943.96 LABOR $ 869.50 TOTAL $ 18,813.46
Yes: Gonzalez, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerNo: Masse
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR JUNE IN THE AMOUNT OF $18,813.46 AS FOLLOWS: GENERAL $ 17,943.96 LABOR $ 869.50 TOTAL $ 18,813.46 MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTE: 4-1.” (Motion: Masse, second: O'Leary)
Adjourn
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN. MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MRS. GONZALEZ VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. GONZALEZ AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTE: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Masse, second: Gonzalez)
From the North Reading Select Board’s official minutes in the town’s Document Center (Meeting Minutes, Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: North Reading Transcript (Local Headline News) candidate headshots: Stephen O’Leary and Nicholas Masse (May 2024), Richard Wallner and Catherine Morrin (May 2025), Charles Tyler (April 2026).
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