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North Reading Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting

May 4, 2026

46 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Stephen O'Leary, Catherine Morrin, Vincenzo Stuto, Richard Wallner, Nicholas Masse

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Nicholas Masse arrived after the meeting began (at 6:37 p.m).

Every vote, in order

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Enter into Executive Session for the Following Purpose: Subsection 3 - to Discuss Strategy with Respect to Collective Bargaining or Litigation and the Chair Declares That an Open Meeting May Have...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSE: SUBSECTION 3 - TO DISCUSS STRATEGY WITH RESPECT TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING OR LITIGATION AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE POSITION OF THE TOWN (REPUBLIC SERVICES) SUBSECTION 6 - TO CONSIDER THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, LEASE OR VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE NEGOTIATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY (97 MAIN STREET; 73-75 MAIN STREET; 84-86 MAIN STREET) SUBSECTION 7 - TO COMPLY WITH, OR ACT UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF, ANY GENERAL OR SPECIAL LAW OR FEDERAL GRANT-IN-AID REQUIREMENTS (MGL CHAPTER 30A, SECTION 22(F), (G) (2) TO REVIEW THE SELECT BOARD EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING MINUTES FROM THE FOLLOWING DATE(S): (04/06/2026 & 4/13/2026) AND TO ADMIT: FIRE CHIEF DONALD STATS ABIGAIL HURLBUT, FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR LAURIANNE GALVIN, FINANCE DIRECTOR JOE PARISI, DPW DIRECTOR

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSE: SUBSECTION 3 - TO DISCUSS STRATEGY WITH RESPECT TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING OR LITIGATION AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE POSITION OF THE TOWN (REPUBLIC SERVICES) SUBSECTION 6 - TO CONSIDER THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, LEASE OR VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE NEGOTIATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY (97 MAIN STREET; 73-75 MAIN STREET; 84-86 MAIN STREET) SUBSECTION 7 - TO COMPLY WITH, OR ACT UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF, ANY GENERAL OR SPECIAL LAW OR FEDERAL GRANT-IN-AID REQUIREMENTS (MGL CHAPTER 30A, SECTION 22(F), (G) (2) TO REVIEW THE SELECT BOARD EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING MINUTES FROM THE FOLLOWING DATE(S): (04/06/2026 & 4/13/2026) AND TO ADMIT: FIRE CHIEF DONALD STATS ABIGAIL HURLBUT, FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR LAURIANNE GALVIN, FINANCE DIRECTOR JOE PARISI, DPW DIRECTOR MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

CALL TO ORDER OPEN SESSION

Vote to Accept Funds from Friends of the North Reading Council on Aging in the Amount of $7,400.00 and Miscellaneous Supplies Totaling $700.00 for the Edith O'Leary Senior Center to Support...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO ACCEPT FUNDS FROM FRIENDS OF THE NORTH READING COUNCIL ON AGING IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,400.00 AND MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES TOTALING $700.00 FOR THE EDITH O'LEARY SENIOR CENTER TO SUPPORT PROGRAMMING.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO ACCEPT FUNDS FROM FRIENDS OF THE NORTH READING COUNCIL ON AGING IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,400.00 AND MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES TOTALING $700.00 FOR THE EDITH O'LEARY SENIOR CENTER TO SUPPORT PROGRAMMING. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE The Select Board discussed long-standing community support and acknowledged this generosity. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 1- FY2026 BUDGET AMENDMENT

Recommend Article 1- FY2026 Budget Amendment

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 1- FY2026 BUDGET AMENDMENT.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 1- FY2026 BUDGET AMENDMENT. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE There was a discussion between the Select Board members. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 2- FY2026 CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT

Recommend Article 2 - FY2026 Capital Budget Amendment

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 2 - FY2026 CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 2 - FY2026 CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 3 - FY 2026 SNOW AND ICE DEFICIT

Recommend Article 3- FY 2026 Snow and Ice Deficit

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 3- FY 2026 SNOW AND ICE DEFICIT.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 3- FY 2026 SNOW AND ICE DEFICIT. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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

ARTICLE 4 - FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT STABILIZATION FUND

Recommend Article 4- FY 2026 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to Capital Improvement Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 4- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT STABILIZATION FUND.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 4- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT STABILIZATION FUND. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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

ARTICLE 5- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO THE OTHER POST- EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND

Recommend Article 5- FY 2026 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to the Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 5- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO THE OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 5- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO THE OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 6- FY 2025 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO STABILIZATION FUND

Recommend Article 6 - FY 2026 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 6 - FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO STABILIZATION FUND.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 6 - FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO STABILIZATION FUND. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE & MR. WALLNER (was not stated who) VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 7- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO SOLID WASTE STABILIZATION FUND

Remove Article 7- FY 2026 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to Solid Waste Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 7- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO SOLID WASTE STABILIZATION FUND.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 7- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO SOLID WASTE STABILIZATION FUND. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 8- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO WATER STABILIZATION FUND

Recommend Article 8- FY 2026 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to Water Stabilization Fund

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 8- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO WATER STABILIZATION FUND.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 8- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO WATER STABILIZATION FUND. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 9- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO PARTICIPATING FUNDING ARRANGEMENT FUND

Remove Article 9- FY 2026 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to Participating Funding Arrangement Fund

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 9- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO PARTICIPATING FUNDING ARRANGEMENT FUND.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 9- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO PARTICIPATING FUNDING ARRANGEMENT FUND. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 10- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RESERVE FUND FOR UNANTICIPATED/UNBUDGETED COSTS FOR

Remove Article 10- FY 2026 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to School District Reserve Fund for Unanticipated/Unbudgeted Costs for Special Education, Out-Of- District Tuition, or Transportation

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 10- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RESERVE FUND FOR UNANTICIPATED/UNBUDGETED COSTS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION, OUT-OF- DISTRICT TUITION, OR TRANSPORTATION.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 10- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RESERVE FUND FOR UNANTICIPATED/UNBUDGETED COSTS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION, OUT-OF- DISTRICT TUITION, OR TRANSPORTATION. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 11 - FY 2026 APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR LEGAL EXPENSES-20 ELM STREET

Recommend at Town Meeting Article 11- FY 2026 Appropriate Funds for Legal Expenses-20 Elm Street

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE 11- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR LEGAL EXPENSES-20 ELM STREET.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE 11- FY 2026 APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR LEGAL EXPENSES-20 ELM STREET. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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

ARTICLE 12 - PRIOR YEAR BILLS

Recommend Article 12- Prior Year Bills

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 12- PRIOR YEAR BILLS.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 12- PRIOR YEAR BILLS. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 13 - SELECT TOWN OFFICERS

Recommend Article 13- Select Town Officers

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 13- SELECT TOWN OFFICERS.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 13- SELECT TOWN OFFICERS. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 14 - HEAR AND ACT ON REPORTS OF TOWN OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES

Recommend Article 14- Hear and Act on Reports of Town Officers and Committees

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 14- HEAR AND ACT ON REPORTS OF TOWN OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 14- HEAR AND ACT ON REPORTS OF TOWN OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 15- FY2027 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND

Recommend Article 15- FY2027 Appropriate or Transfer Funds to Other Post Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 15- FY2027 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 15- FY2027 APPROPRIATE OR TRANSFER FUNDS TO OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 16 - FY2027 OPERATING BUDGET

Recommend Article 16- FY2027 Operating Budget

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 16- FY2027 OPERATING BUDGET.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 16- FY2027 OPERATING BUDGET. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 17- FUND RETIREMENT OBLIGATIONS

Recommend Article 17 - Fund Retirement Obligations

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 17 - FUND RETIREMENT OBLIGATIONS

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 17 - FUND RETIREMENT OBLIGATIONS MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 18 - AUTHORIZE TREASURER TO ENTER INTO COMPENSATING BALANCE AGREEMENTS

Recommend Article 18- Authorize Treasurer to Enter into Compensating Balance Agreements

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 18- AUTHORIZE TREASURER TO ENTER INTO COMPENSATING BALANCE AGREEMENTS

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 18- AUTHORIZE TREASURER TO ENTER INTO COMPENSATING BALANCE AGREEMENTS MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 19- RESCIND AUTHORIZATION TO BORROW

Recommend Article 19- Rescind Authorization to Borrow

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 19- RESCIND AUTHORIZATION TO BORROW.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 19- RESCIND AUTHORIZATION TO BORROW. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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

ARTICLE 20 - FY 2027 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES

Recommend Article 20- FY 2027 Capital Expenditures

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 20- FY 2027 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 20- FY 2027 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. Masse stated that he had abstained previously but later had the opportunity to review, so he would now like to vote in favor. He also acknowledged Mrs. Galvin for providing all the details. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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ARTICLE 21 - FY2027 FUND TOWN BUILDING REPAIRS

Recommend Article 21- FY2027 Fund Town Building Repairs

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 21- FY2027 FUND TOWN BUILDING REPAIRS.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 21- FY2027 FUND TOWN BUILDING REPAIRS. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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ARTICLE 22- FUND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MARKETING WEBSITE

Not Recommend Article 22- Fund Economic Development Committee Marketing Website

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO NOT RECOMMEND ARTICLE 22- FUND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MARKETING WEBSITE

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO NOT RECOMMEND ARTICLE 22- FUND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MARKETING WEBSITE MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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ARTICLE 23- ESTABLISH PEG ACCESS RECEIPTS RESERVED FOR APPROPRIATE ACCOUNT

Recommend Article 23-Establish PEG Access Receipts Reserved for Appropriate Account

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 23-ESTABLISH PEG ACCESS RECEIPTS RESERVED FOR APPROPRIATE ACCOUNT

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 23-ESTABLISH PEG ACCESS RECEIPTS RESERVED FOR APPROPRIATE ACCOUNT MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

ARTICLE 24 - J. TURNER HOOD SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECT FEASIBILITY STUDY

Recommend at Town Meeting Article 24- J. Turner Hood School Building Project Feasibility Study

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE 24- J. TURNER HOOD SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECT FEASIBILITY STUDY

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND AT TOWN MEETING ARTICLE 24- J. TURNER HOOD SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECT FEASIBILITY STUDY MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE There was a discussion regarding recommendation. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

ARTICLE 26 - STREET ACCEPTANCE- NICHOLS STREET

Recommend Article 26- Street Acceptance- Nichols Street

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26- STREET ACCEPTANCE- NICHOLS STREET

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26- STREET ACCEPTANCE- NICHOLS STREET MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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ARTICLE 27 - AMEND CODE- GENERAL BYLAWS- WATER SUPPLY CONSERVATION- CHAPTER 191, ARTICLE II

Remove Article 27- Amend Code- General Bylaws- Water Supply Conservation- Chapter 191, Article II

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 27- AMEND CODE- GENERAL BYLAWS- WATER SUPPLY CONSERVATION- CHAPTER 191, ARTICLE II

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 27- AMEND CODE- GENERAL BYLAWS- WATER SUPPLY CONSERVATION- CHAPTER 191, ARTICLE II MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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ARTICLE 28 - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (ENTIRE PARCEL)

Recommend Article 28- Acquisition and Appropriation- 97 Main Street (Entire Parcel)

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · 3–2

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 28- ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (ENTIRE PARCEL).

Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, WallnerNo: Masse, Stuto

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 28- ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (ENTIRE PARCEL). MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER There was an Extensive discussion on acquiring multiple parcels including 97 Main Street and alternative sites. Key points are below: - Fire station siting and operational needs - Environmental risks (potential contamination) - Financial feasibility and long-term return on investment - Potential rental revenue and development impact Mr. Masse left at 9:0 pm and returned at 9:08 pm. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTED: 3-2 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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Amend Article 29 to Remove Eminenet Domain

Minutes, page 16

ApproveFailed · 1–4

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AMEND ARTICLE 29 TO REMOVE EMINENET DOMAIN.

Yes: MasseNo: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, Wallner

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AMEND ARTICLE 29 TO REMOVE EMINENET DOMAIN. MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO There was a discussion centered on whether to remove "eminent domain" from the article to encourage cooperative negotiations with the property owner. Concerns raised about losing legal flexibility and negotiating leverage. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN NAY MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY NAY MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 1-4 (FAILED).” (Motion: Masse, second: Stuto)

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ARTICLE 29- ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (PORTION OF PARCEL)

Recommend Article 29 - Acquisition and Appropriation- 97 Main Street (Portion of Parcel)

Minutes, page 16

ApprovePassed · 3–2

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 29 - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (PORTION OF PARCEL).

Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, WallnerNo: Masse, StutoThis is the vote on the main motion, taken right after a vote on a change to it (or a motion to postpone it).

From the minutes

“The Select Board returned back to the discussion on the main motion. Discussion also touched on inconsistent owner engagement across sites and skepticism about the likelihood of public approval for the 97 Main Street option despite its cost advantage. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTED: 3-2 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)

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ARTICLE 30 - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 84-86 MAIN STREET

Recommend Article 25 (Previously Article 30) - Acquisition and Appropriation - 84-86main Street

Minutes, page 17

ApprovePassed · 4–1

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 25 (Previously ARTICLE 30) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 84-86MAIN STREET.

Yes: Masse, Morrin, O'Leary, StutoNo: Wallner

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 25 (Previously ARTICLE 30) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 84-86MAIN STREET. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE There was a discussion. Concern raised about environmental risks, potential contamination (particularly at 84 Main Street due to prior automotive use), demolition costs, tenant relocation, and uncertainty around property negotiations with Mr. Lynch. It was further discussed that however; the site could be a potential location for a fire station but there are a significant financial and environmental risks associated with acquiring the property without full site assessment. It was also noted that further information, including land swap details and cleanup liabilities, could influence future positions. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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ARTICLE 31 - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 73-75 MAIN STREET

Recommend Article 26 (Previously Article 31) - Acquisition and Appropriation - 73-75 Main Street

Minutes, page 17

ApprovePassed · 4–1

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26 (Previously ARTICLE 31) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 73-75 MAIN STREET.

Yes: Masse, Morrin, O'Leary, StutoNo: Wallner

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26 (Previously ARTICLE 31) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 73-75 MAIN STREET. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE The Select Board discussed the project's priority level (lower priority around 2-3), property's history and concern raised regarding zooming and prior approvals. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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ARTICLE 32 - AUTHORIZE SELECT BOARD TO ACQUIRE INTEREST IN LAND ON RIVERSIDE DRIVE

Recommend Article 23 (Previously Article 32) - Authorize Select Board to Acquire Interest in Land on Riverside Drive

Minutes, page 18

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 23 (Previously Article 32) - AUTHORIZE SELECT BOARD TO ACQUIRE INTEREST IN LAND ON RIVERSIDE DRIVE

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 23 (Previously Article 32) - AUTHORIZE SELECT BOARD TO ACQUIRE INTEREST IN LAND ON RIVERSIDE DRIVE MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE The Select Board discussed this article proposing the town authorize the select board to acquire an interest in land on Riverside Drive in order to resolve an ongoing neighborhood dispute. The Board members acknowledged that the issue has created significant tension among residents. It was emphasized that private resolution has not been successful and that town intervention, potentially via acquisition may be necessary to establish clear ownership and restore harmony. There is also an expectation that, if approved, the town would act quickly to complete the process and enforce rules. The Select Board noted strong neighborhood support for intervention and the long-standing public use of the land. Ultimately, all the Board members agreed to recommend the article for approval at town meeting, signaling its intention to pursue acquisition as the best path to resolution. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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Sign the June 1, 2026 Spring Annual Town Meeting Warrant

Minutes, page 19

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO SIGN THE JUNE 1, 2026 SPRING ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO SIGN THE JUNE 1, 2026 SPRING ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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Recommend the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget in the Following Amounts as Presented by the Town Administrator: Municipal $23,042,522.00 School $42,537,423.00 Fixed Costs $25,614,884.00...

Minutes, page 19

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 OPERATING BUDGET IN THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS AS PRESENTED BY THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR: MUNICIPAL $23,042,522.00 SCHOOL $42,537,423.00 FIXED COSTS $25,614,884.00 ENTERPRISES $ 7,539,454.00 $ $98,734,283.00

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 OPERATING BUDGET IN THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS AS PRESENTED BY THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR: MUNICIPAL $23,042,522.00 SCHOOL $42,537,423.00 FIXED COSTS $25,614,884.00 ENTERPRISES $ 7,539,454.00 $ $98,734,283.00 MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Chairman O'Leary commented that the budget presented in the warrant has been scrutinized well and acknowledged the teamwork. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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Recommend Solid Waste Collection Services Under Option. 1 as Presented by Mr. Parisi

Minutes, page 20

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES UNDER OPTION. 1 AS PRESENTED BY MR. PARISI.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES UNDER OPTION. 1 AS PRESENTED BY MR. PARISI. MOTION BY: MR. O'LEARY SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: O'Leary, second: Stuto)

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Thank the Members of the Facilities Master Plan Committee Established in 2018 for Their Service to the Town on This Committee and to Disband the Committee

Minutes, page 23

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO THANK THE MEMBERS OF THE FACILITIES MASTER PLAN COMMITTEE ESTABLISHED IN 2018 FOR THEIR SERVICE TO THE TOWN ON THIS COMMITTEE AND TO DISBAND THE COMMITTEE.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO THANK THE MEMBERS OF THE FACILITIES MASTER PLAN COMMITTEE ESTABLISHED IN 2018 FOR THEIR SERVICE TO THE TOWN ON THIS COMMITTEE AND TO DISBAND THE COMMITTEE. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Chairman O'Leary acknowledged Committee Member's service. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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Amend the Membership of the Fire Station Building Committee Initially Established on October 16, 2023 to Be Comprised as Follows: One Select Board Member One Community Planning Commission Member...

Minutes, page 24

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AMEND THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE FIRE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE INITIALLY ESTABLISHED ON OCTOBER 16, 2023 TO BE COMPRISED AS FOLLOWS: ONE SELECT BOARD MEMBER ONE COMMUNITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER ONE SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEMBER ONE FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBER ONE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE MEMBER ONE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEMBER TOWN ADMINISTRATOR FIRE CHIEF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING SUPERINTENDENT TWO FIREFIGHTERS

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AMEND THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE FIRE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE INITIALLY ESTABLISHED ON OCTOBER 16, 2023 TO BE COMPRISED AS FOLLOWS: ONE SELECT BOARD MEMBER ONE COMMUNITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER ONE SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEMBER ONE FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBER ONE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE MEMBER ONE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEMBER TOWN ADMINISTRATOR FIRE CHIEF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING SUPERINTENDENT TWO FIREFIGHTERS MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE There was a discussion regarding representative members, liaisons and functionality. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)

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FIRE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE

Appoint the Following Individuals to the Fire Station Building Committee for Terms to Expire May 5, 2026 Nicholas Masse, Select Board Member Scott Buckley, School Committee Member David Rudloff,...

Minutes, page 25

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPOINT THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS TO THE FIRE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE MAY 5, 2026 NICHOLAS MASSE, SELECT BOARD MEMBER SCOTT BUCKLEY, SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEMBER DAVID RUDLOFF, COMMUNITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER There was a discussion regarding the terms and the different between annual appointment/reappointment term and post-election appointment term was clarified by the Board members.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPOINT THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS TO THE FIRE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE MAY 5, 2026 NICHOLAS MASSE, SELECT BOARD MEMBER SCOTT BUCKLEY, SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEMBER DAVID RUDLOFF, COMMUNITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER There was a discussion regarding the terms and the different between annual appointment/reappointment term and post-election appointment term was clarified by the Board members. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)

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Appoint the Following Individuals to the Fire Station Building Committee for Terms to Expire December 31, 2026 Abigail Hurlbut, Finance Committeee Member Mark Hall, Historic District Commission...

Minutes, page 25

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPOINT THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS TO THE FIRE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 ABIGAIL HURLBUT, FINANCE COMMITTEEE MEMBER MARK HALL, HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEMBER MICHAEL P. GILLEBERTO, TOWN ADMINISTRATOR JOSEPH PARISI, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TODD WOEKEL, BUILDING SUPERINTENDENT ERIC PEPPER, FIRE CAPTAIN JON BURT, FIREFIGHTER

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPOINT THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS TO THE FIRE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 ABIGAIL HURLBUT, FINANCE COMMITTEEE MEMBER MARK HALL, HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEMBER MICHAEL P. GILLEBERTO, TOWN ADMINISTRATOR JOSEPH PARISI, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TODD WOEKEL, BUILDING SUPERINTENDENT ERIC PEPPER, FIRE CAPTAIN JON BURT, FIREFIGHTER MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER The Town Administrator updated that Capital Improvement Planning Committee Representative- Donald Kelliher asked not to be reappointed and that's why he was not on the list. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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Amend Select Board Policy 1.3 as Follows: in Section 1.3 (B) (1), Add the Following Line: 6. Establish Liaison Assignments for Board Members and Section 1.4 as Follows: in Section 1.4, Add the...

Minutes, page 26

ApprovePassed · 4–1

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE AMEND SELECT BOARD POLICY 1.3 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.3 (B) (1), ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: 6. ESTABLISH LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND SECTION 1.4 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.4, ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: E. THE INTENTION OF LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS IS TO FACILITATE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS. WHILE BOARD MEMBERS ARE FREE TO EXERCISE THEIR RIGHTS AS INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTS TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INTERACTION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS IS TO OCCUR THROUGH LIAISONS. IN THE INSTANCE A LIAISON ASSIGNMENT BECOMES VACANT OR DOES NOT YET EXIST, THE CHAIR SHALL ASSUME RESPONSIBILITIES FOR COMMUNICATION WHEN AND UNTIL AN ASSIGNMENT IS MADE.

Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerNo: Masse

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE AMEND SELECT BOARD POLICY 1.3 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.3 (B) (1), ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: 6. ESTABLISH LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND SECTION 1.4 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.4, ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: E. THE INTENTION OF LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS IS TO FACILITATE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS. WHILE BOARD MEMBERS ARE FREE TO EXERCISE THEIR RIGHTS AS INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTS TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INTERACTION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS IS TO OCCUR THROUGH LIAISONS. IN THE INSTANCE A LIAISON ASSIGNMENT BECOMES VACANT OR DOES NOT YET EXIST, THE CHAIR SHALL ASSUME RESPONSIBILITIES FOR COMMUNICATION WHEN AND UNTIL AN ASSIGNMENT IS MADE. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER Mr. Masse commented on getting access to information by requiring members to go through the chairman, saying there is no policy requiring that. He affirmed his intention to seek information independently and encouraged his colleagues to do the same, rejecting the notion of hierarchical authority in this context. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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Approve Legal Bills for Kp Law for the Month of February in the Amount of $30,001.65 as Follows: General $ 19,746.15 Labor $ 6,426.00 20 Elm St 40b $ 3,829.50 Total $ 30,001.65

Minutes, page 28

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR KP LAW FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,001.65 AS FOLLOWS: GENERAL $ 19,746.15 LABOR $ 6,426.00 20 ELM ST 40B $ 3,829.50 TOTAL $ 30,001.65

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR KP LAW FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,001.65 AS FOLLOWS: GENERAL $ 19,746.15 LABOR $ 6,426.00 20 ELM ST 40B $ 3,829.50 TOTAL $ 30,001.65 MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the April 6, 2026 Meeting as Amended

Minutes, page 28

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE APRIL 6, 2026 MEETING AS AMENDED.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE APRIL 6, 2026 MEETING AS AMENDED. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the April 13, 2026 Meeting

Minutes, page 29

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE APRIL 13, 2026 MEETING.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE APRIL 13, 2026 MEETING. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)

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Adjourn

Minutes, page 29

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN.

From the minutes

“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN. MOTION BY: MR. STUTO SECONDED BY: MRS. MORRIN VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Stuto, second: Morrin)

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