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November 6, 2018
26 recorded votes, 26 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Thomas Maloney, William Plasko, Helen Abdallah Donohue, Paul Bishop, Allan Howard
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appointments
Accept the donation of $50,000 under Chapter 44, Section 53A to be expended by the Fire Chief with the approval of the General Manager under Chapter 44, Section 53A. 1
On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to accept the donation of $50,000 under Chapter 44, Section 53A to be expended by the Fire Chief with the approval of the General Manager under Chapter 44, Section 53A. 1 Selectmen’s Meeting-Appointments (cont’d) November 6, 2018 Chief Morrice (cont’d) Selectman Howard spoke about the Fire Department open house.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to accept the donation of $50,000 under Chapter 44, Section 53A to be expended by the Fire Chief with the approval of the General Manager under Chapter 44, Section 53A. 1 Selectmen’s Meeting-Appointments (cont’d) November 6, 2018 Chief Morrice (cont’d) Selectman Howard spoke about the Fire Department open house..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)
Submitting application for Class I License
Close the hearing – Submitting application for Class I License
On motion of Selectmen Plasko, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to close the hearing.
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“On motion of Selectmen Plasko, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to close the hearing..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Donohue)
Approve – Submitting application for Class I License
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)
Cemetery Deeds
Sign the following; George G. Boudreau, 1110 Highland Glen Road, Westwood to Lot C3-64
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to sign the following; George G. Boudreau, 1110 Highland Glen Road, Westwood to Lot C3-64.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to sign the following; George G. Boudreau, 1110 Highland Glen Road, Westwood to Lot C3-64..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)
Michael Clemmey, Boch Automotive
Approve notification that the name on the VIF License S0027H which was previously in DCD H Norwood, Inc., dba Hyundai, 391 Boston Providence Turnpike, should be changed to read DCD C Norwood Inc.,...
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to approve notification that the name on the VIF License S0027H which was previously in DCD H Norwood, Inc., dba Hyundai, 391 Boston Providence Turnpike, should be changed to read DCD C Norwood Inc., dba Boch Chevrolet, 391 Boston Providence Turnpike.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to approve notification that the name on the VIF License S0027H which was previously in DCD H Norwood, Inc., dba Hyundai, 391 Boston Providence Turnpike, should be changed to read DCD C Norwood Inc., dba Boch Chevrolet, 391 Boston Providence Turnpike..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Plasko)
Set hearing regarding request to hold a public hearing on Tues., Dec.4th to determine the percentages of FY2019 tax levy. 2
On motion of Selectman Howard seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to set hearing regarding request to hold a public hearing on Tues., Dec.4th to determine the percentages of FY2019 tax levy. 2 Selectmen’s Meeting-New Business (cont’d) November 6, 2018 Supt.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Howard seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to set hearing regarding request to hold a public hearing on Tues., Dec.4th to determine the percentages of FY2019 tax levy. 2 Selectmen’s Meeting-New Business (cont’d) November 6, 2018 Supt..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)
Vote as Electric Light Commissioners, to approve the request of the Light Department to ask Town Meeting to approve borrowing up to $12,500,000
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to vote as Electric Light Commissioners, to approve the request of the Light Department to ask Town Meeting to approve borrowing up to $12,500,000.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to vote as Electric Light Commissioners, to approve the request of the Light Department to ask Town Meeting to approve borrowing up to $12,500,000..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Howard)
Accept the check under Chapter 44, Section 53A that was submitted to DPW from Carroll Construction in consideration of the cost the Town will incur to cold plane and resurface Ellis Ave. from...
On motion of Selectman Donohue seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to accept the check under Chapter 44, Section 53A that was submitted to DPW from Carroll Construction in consideration of the cost the Town will incur to cold plane and resurface Ellis Ave. from Codman Rd. to Maxwell Ave. Mr. Ryan recommended the Board accept the donation under Chapter 44, Section 53A.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Donohue seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to accept the check under Chapter 44, Section 53A that was submitted to DPW from Carroll Construction in consideration of the cost the Town will incur to cold plane and resurface Ellis Ave. from Codman Rd. to Maxwell Ave. Mr. Ryan recommended the Board accept the donation under Chapter 44, Section 53A..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)
File notice that the amount of available funds or "free cash" as of July 1, 2018 for the Town of Norwood is $1,694,781.00
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file notice that the amount of available funds or "free cash" as of July 1, 2018 for the Town of Norwood is $1,694,781.00.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file notice that the amount of available funds or "free cash" as of July 1, 2018 for the Town of Norwood is $1,694,781.00..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)
Approve request to change the name of the principal officer of Auto Quest, Inc., from Simon J. Laham to Catherine Laham due to the death of Mrs. Laham’s husband
On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to approve request to change the name of the principal officer of Auto Quest, Inc., from Simon J. Laham to Catherine Laham due to the death of Mrs. Laham’s husband.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to approve request to change the name of the principal officer of Auto Quest, Inc., from Simon J. Laham to Catherine Laham due to the death of Mrs. Laham’s husband..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Donohue)
to 4 p.m. at Memorial Hall an exhibit celebrating 100 year anniversary of World War I and 90 th
Approve application to erect Christmas Crèche on Town Common on Washington St across from Baptist Church, near bus kiosk as in previous years from 12/1/18 to 1/6/19
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve application to erect Christmas Crèche on Town Common on Washington St across from Baptist Church, near bus kiosk as in previous years from 12/1/18 to 1/6/19.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve application to erect Christmas Crèche on Town Common on Washington St across from Baptist Church, near bus kiosk as in previous years from 12/1/18 to 1/6/19..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)
Manager Tony Mazzucco
Approve subject to placement by the General Manager request from Rabbi Horowitz of Chai Center, 576 Washington Street, Canton to set up an electric Menorah on the green area of Town Hall during...
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to approve subject to placement by the General Manager request from Rabbi Horowitz of Chai Center, 576 Washington Street, Canton to set up an electric Menorah on the green area of Town Hall during the Chanukah Holiday from December 2 through December 10, 2018.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to approve subject to placement by the General Manager request from Rabbi Horowitz of Chai Center, 576 Washington Street, Canton to set up an electric Menorah on the green area of Town Hall during the Chanukah Holiday from December 2 through December 10, 2018..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Plasko)
Approve request to be appointed to the Norwood Cultural Council
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve request to be appointed to the Norwood Cultural Council.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve request to be appointed to the Norwood Cultural Council..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)
Nicole Santora, Central Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat
Approve notification of two dealership name changes from: -MPP Motors, Inc. dba Central Alfa Romeo & Fiat to MPP Motors, Inc. dba Central Alfa Romeo. -Central Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to Central...
On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to approve notification of two dealership name changes from: -MPP Motors, Inc. dba Central Alfa Romeo & Fiat to MPP Motors, Inc. dba Central Alfa Romeo. -Central Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to Central Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to approve notification of two dealership name changes from: -MPP Motors, Inc. dba Central Alfa Romeo & Fiat to MPP Motors, Inc. dba Central Alfa Romeo. -Central Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to Central Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Donohue)
Selectman Plasko
Approve and adopt final adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve and adopt final adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve and adopt final adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)
File notification that Detective Brenden Greene has assumed the duties and responsibilities of the ABCC officer for the Town effective, September 27, 2018
On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file notification that Detective Brenden Greene has assumed the duties and responsibilities of the ABCC officer for the Town effective, September 27, 2018.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file notification that Detective Brenden Greene has assumed the duties and responsibilities of the ABCC officer for the Town effective, September 27, 2018..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)
Refer to the Manager e-mail regarding 4-way stop at Nichols/Bond intersection
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to refer to the Manager e-mail regarding 4-way stop at Nichols/Bond intersection.
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“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to refer to the Manager e-mail regarding 4-way stop at Nichols/Bond intersection..” (Motion: Howard, second: Plasko)
Set up hearing and not notify abutters 4
On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to set up hearing and not notify abutters 4 Selectmen’s Meeting-New Business (cont’d) November 6, 2018 Wendy’s Properties, 1412 Boston Providence Turnpike:
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to set up hearing and not notify abutters 4 Selectmen’s Meeting-New Business (cont’d) November 6, 2018 Wendy’s Properties, 1412 Boston Providence Turnpike:.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Bishop)
Schedule a public hearing re application for a Common Victualer License
On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to schedule a public hearing re application for a Common Victualer License .
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“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to schedule a public hearing re application for a Common Victualer License ..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Donohue)
Memoranda
Refer to the Manager copy of correspondence to the Manager regarding commercial vehicle parking issues on Chatham and Orleans Road
On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to refer to the Manager copy of correspondence to the Manager regarding commercial vehicle parking issues on Chatham and Orleans Road.
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“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to refer to the Manager copy of correspondence to the Manager regarding commercial vehicle parking issues on Chatham and Orleans Road..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)
File copy of correspondence to Peter Catanese, Central Jeep regarding violation of Norwood Zoning By-Law
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file copy of correspondence to Peter Catanese, Central Jeep regarding violation of Norwood Zoning By-Law.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file copy of correspondence to Peter Catanese, Central Jeep regarding violation of Norwood Zoning By-Law..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)
Winter Street Composting Facility
Approve the 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. hours
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop voted to approve the 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. hours.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop voted to approve the 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. hours..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)
Peabody Road Traffic Island
Approve – Peabody Road Traffic Island
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)
Conservation Commission Appointments
Approve appointment of Kristin Capezio, 34 Silver Street and Stephen Washburn, 501 Norwest Drive
On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve appointment of Kristin Capezio, 34 Silver Street and Stephen Washburn, 501 Norwest Drive.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve appointment of Kristin Capezio, 34 Silver Street and Stephen Washburn, 501 Norwest Drive..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)
Executive Session
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body as stated below and...
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop and on a roll call vote of Chairman Maloney and Selectman Bishop and Howard, voted to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body as stated below and return only for the purpose of adjournment. 1.
The roll call does not list William Plasko and Helen Abdallah Donohue, who were at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop and on a roll call vote of Chairman Maloney and Selectman Bishop and Howard, voted to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body as stated below and return only for the purpose of adjournment. 1..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)
Adjournment
Adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 9:30 p.m. A True Record
On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 9:30 p.m. A True Record.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“on motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 9:30 p.m. A True Record..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)
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