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May 14, 2026
12 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Roger Marsan, Alec Rich III, Robert Kimball, Denise Luciano, Kevin O’Neil
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Nelia Morrison to the Historic District Commission for a term beginning May 14" 2026 ending June 30, 2028
To appoint Nelia Morrison to the Historic District Commission for a term beginning May 14" 2026 ending June 30, 2028
Yes: Kimball, Marsan, O’Neil, RichNo: Luciano
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Rich, Second by Mr. Kimball, to appoint Nelia Morrison to the Historic District Commission for a term beginning May 14" 2026 ending June 30, 2028. Motion passed 4-1. YES: Mr. Rich, Mr. Marsan and Mr. Kimball. Mr. O'Neil. NO: Ms. Luciano. IV. Minutes.” (Motion: Rich, second: Kimball)
Approve the April 30, 2026 Select Board Meeting Minutes
To approve the April 30, 2026 Select Board Meeting Minutes
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Rich, Second by Mr. Kimball, to approve the April 30, 2026 Select Board Meeting Minutes. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rich, second: Kimball)
Approve the Memorial Day Parade Permit
To approve the Memorial Day Parade Permit
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Rich, Second by Mr. Kimball, to approve the Memorial Day Parade Permit. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rich, second: Kimball)
Approve the one-day liquor license
To approve the one-day liquor license
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Rich, Second by Mr. Kimball, to approve the one-day liquor license. Motion passed 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. O'Neil - YES Ms. Luciano - YES Mr. Kimball - YES Mr. Rich - YES Mr. Marsan - YES.” (Motion: Rich, second: Kimball)
To approve the one-day liquor license
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Rich, Second by Mr. Kimball, to approve the one-day liquor license. Motion passed 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. O'Neil - YES Ms. Luciano - YES Mr. Kimball - YES / Mr. Rich - YES Mr. Marsan - YES.” (Motion: Rich, second: Kimball)
Approve the permit. Motion passed unanimously. VI. Announcements Monday May 18" 2026 is Norton's Annual Town meeting. Will be held at Norton High School at 7:00 PM. Residents are encouraged to review
To approve the permit. Motion passed unanimously. VI. Announcements Monday May 18" 2026 is Norton's Annual Town meeting. Will be held at Norton High School at 7:00 PM. Residents are encouraged to review the warrant and supporting materials in advance of the meeting. Board members also highlighted several upcoming community events, including Founders Day, the Norton VFW Carnival, Hot Rods for Horses, and Sip & Stroll. Vendors interested in participating in Founders Day please email NortonFoundersDay@gmail.com. The Board further acknowledged the upcoming Memorial Day Parade organized by the Norton Veterans Council and encouraged residents to attend the parade and related observances honoring veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States. VII. New Business a. Charter §7-7 Bylaw Review Committee The Board discussed the creation of a Bylaw Review Committee
The minutes give only the count, not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Kimball, Second by Mr. Rich, to approve the permit. Motion passed unanimously. VI. Announcements Monday May 18" 2026 is Norton's Annual Town meeting. Will be held at Norton High School at 7:00 PM. Residents are encouraged to review the warrant and supporting materials in advance of the meeting. Board members also highlighted several upcoming community events, including Founders Day, the Norton VFW Carnival, Hot Rods for Horses, and Sip & Stroll. Vendors interested in participating in Founders Day please email NortonFoundersDay@gmail.com. The Board further acknowledged the upcoming Memorial Day Parade organized by the Norton Veterans Council and encouraged residents to attend the parade and related observances honoring veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States. VII. New Business a. Charter §7-7 Bylaw Review Committee The Board discussed the creation of a Bylaw Review Committee to review and modernize Town bylaws. Discussion focused on committee composition, public participation, and the anticipated appointment process..” (Motion: Kimball, second: Rich)
Dissolve the Gold Star Committee. Motion passed unanimously. VIII. Old Business a. Town Meeting Warrant - Article 5 Personnel Classification Plan The Board held an extensive discussion regarding propo
To dissolve the Gold Star Committee. Motion passed unanimously. VIII. Old Business a. Town Meeting Warrant - Article 5 Personnel Classification Plan The Board held an extensive discussion regarding proposed personnel classification amendments, including the creation of a Human Resources Generalist position and updates to the Town's personnel structure
The minutes give only the count, not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Rich, Second by Mr. O'Neil, to dissolve the Gold Star Committee. Motion passed unanimously. VIII. Old Business a. Town Meeting Warrant - Article 5 Personnel Classification Plan The Board held an extensive discussion regarding proposed personnel classification amendments, including the creation of a Human Resources Generalist position and updates to the Town's personnel structure..” (Motion: Rich, second: O’Neil)
Recommend approval of Article 5 as amended. Motion passed 3-2. YES: Mr. Rich, Mr. Marsan and Mr. Kimball. NO: Ms. Luciano and Mr. O'Neil. b. Remaining Town Meeting Warrant Articles The Board confirmed
To recommend approval of Article 5 as amended. Motion passed 3-2. YES: Mr. Rich, Mr. Marsan and Mr. Kimball. NO: Ms. Luciano and Mr. O'Neil. b. Remaining Town Meeting Warrant Articles The Board confirmed that all remaining Town Meeting warrant articles had previously been reviewed and acted upon. IX. Town Manager's Report Town Manager Gould provided an update regarding preparations for the May 18, 2026 Annual Town Meeting. He reviewed public outreach efforts, including informational programming, website postings, social media communication, and public availability of the warrant and supporting materials. The FY27 budget was discussed. Gould highlighted efforts to reduce reliance on one-time revenues while maintaining services and avoiding layoffs. He thanked department heads, employees, and the Finance Committee for their work on the budget process. The Board discussed participation in t
The minutes give only the count, not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Rich, Second by Mr. Kimball, to recommend approval of Article 5 as amended. Motion passed 3-2. YES: Mr. Rich, Mr. Marsan and Mr. Kimball. NO: Ms. Luciano and Mr. O'Neil. b. Remaining Town Meeting Warrant Articles The Board confirmed that all remaining Town Meeting warrant articles had previously been reviewed and acted upon. IX. Town Manager's Report Town Manager Gould provided an update regarding preparations for the May 18, 2026 Annual Town Meeting. He reviewed public outreach efforts, including informational programming, website postings, social media communication, and public availability of the warrant and supporting materials. The FY27 budget was discussed. Gould highlighted efforts to reduce reliance on one-time revenues while maintaining services and avoiding layoffs. He thanked department heads, employees, and the Finance Committee for their work on the budget process. The Board discussed participation in the Kay Burton Scholarship Committee. Denise Luciano volunteered to serve as the Select Board representative for the scholarship review process. Gould also discussed plans to recognize local military families with loved ones currently serving overseas and thanked the many veterans organizations and volunteers supporting those efforts..” (Motion: Rich, second: Kimball)
Approve Invoice Warrant 26-44 dated April 30, 2026
To approve Invoice Warrant 26-44 dated April 30, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Kimball, Second by Mr. Rich, to approve Invoice Warrant 26-44 dated April 30, 2026. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kimball, second: Rich)
Approve Invoice Warrant 26-45 dated May 7, 2026
To approve Invoice Warrant 26-45 dated May 7, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Kimball, Second by Mr. Rich, to approve Invoice Warrant 26-45 dated May 7, 2026. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kimball, second: Rich)
Approve Payroll Warrant 26-22 for the week ending April 25, 2026. Motion passed unanimously. XI. Select Board Report & Mail Chair Mr. Marsan thanked Kristi Enegren for improvements to meeting packet p
To approve Payroll Warrant 26-22 for the week ending April 25, 2026. Motion passed unanimously. XI. Select Board Report & Mail Chair Mr. Marsan thanked Kristi Enegren for improvements to meeting packet preparation, including earlier distribution of materials, page numbering, and the addition of a table of contents. Mr. Marsan noted that providing packets earlier in the week gives Board members additional time to review agenda materials and improves meeting preparation. Prior to adjournment, Mr. O'Neil asked about an increase in the Miscellaneous Expenses budget line. Town Manager Gould explained that the account includes pension obligations, insurance costs, OPEB contributions, and reserves for ongoing union contract negotiations
The minutes give only the count, not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Kimball, Second by Mr. Rich, to approve Payroll Warrant 26-22 for the week ending April 25, 2026. Motion passed unanimously. XI. Select Board Report & Mail Chair Mr. Marsan thanked Kristi Enegren for improvements to meeting packet preparation, including earlier distribution of materials, page numbering, and the addition of a table of contents. Mr. Marsan noted that providing packets earlier in the week gives Board members additional time to review agenda materials and improves meeting preparation. Prior to adjournment, Mr. O'Neil asked about an increase in the Miscellaneous Expenses budget line. Town Manager Gould explained that the account includes pension obligations, insurance costs, OPEB contributions, and reserves for ongoing union contract negotiations..” (Motion: Kimball, second: Rich)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Kimball, Second by Mr. Rich, to adjourn. Vote: 5-0..” (Motion: Kimball, second: Rich)
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