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Norwood Board of Selectmen · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

November 27, 2018

24 recorded votes, 24 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

Close the hearing – Appointments

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to close the hearing.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to close the hearing..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)

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

Approve the request – Appointments

Minutes, page 1

AppointPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to approve the request. 7:15 P.M.- (P.H.) Wendy’s Properties, LLC: Submitting application for CV License for 1412 Boston Providence Turnpike.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to approve the request. 7:15 P.M.- (P.H.) Wendy’s Properties, LLC: Submitting application for CV License for 1412 Boston Providence Turnpike..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)

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

Close the hearing – Appointments

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectmen Plasko, seconded b Selectman Howard, voted to close the hearing.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“on motion of Selectmen Plasko, seconded b Selectman Howard, voted to close the hearing..” (Motion: Plasko)

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

Approve the application. 7:30 P.M. (P.H.) –Ganesh Market, Inc., dba Pam’s Market, 210 Pleasant Street, Rekhaen S. Patel, Manager: The Clerk read the notice

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve the application. 7:30 P.M. (P.H.) –Ganesh Market, Inc., dba Pam’s Market, 210 Pleasant Street, Rekhaen S. Patel, Manager: The Clerk read the notice.

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 application. 7:30 P.M. (P.H.) –Ganesh Market, Inc., dba Pam’s Market, 210 Pleasant Street, Rekhaen S. Patel, Manager: The Clerk read the notice..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)

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

Patel or his family personally, but she pays taxes

Close the hearing – Patel or his family personally, but she pays taxes

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Chairman Maloney, voted 4-0 to close the hearing.

Yes: Bishop, Howard, Maloney, PlaskoAbstained: Donohue

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Chairman Maloney, voted 4-0 to close the hearing. Selectman Donohue abstained..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Maloney)

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

Of the transfer – Patel or his family personally, but she pays taxes

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 3–1

On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted 3-1 in favor of the transfer.

Yes: Bishop, Howard, MaloneyNo: PlaskoAbstained: Donohue

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted 3-1 in favor of the transfer. Selectman Plasko opposed and Selectman Donohue abstained..” (Motion: Howard, second: Bishop)

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

Viola Baboola, Verizon

File and forward to the Cable Commission both payments

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file and forward to the Cable Commission both payments.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file and forward to the Cable Commission both payments..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Bishop)

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

File notice that effective December 20, 2018, prices for certain services and fees will be increasing

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file notice that effective December 20, 2018, prices for certain services and fees will be increasing.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file notice that effective December 20, 2018, prices for certain services and fees will be increasing..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)

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

File notice of loss – Viola Baboola, Verizon

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file notice of loss.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file notice of loss..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Howard)

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

Mark Good, Town Treasurer

Approve – Mark Good, Town Treasurer

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, vote to approve.

The minutes say only “vote to”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“on motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Howard, vote to approve..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Howard)

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

Inform them in writing that it is requirement of their license and they must take steps to rectify

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to inform them in writing that it is requirement of their license and they must take steps to rectify.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to inform them in writing that it is requirement of their license and they must take steps to rectify..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Howard)

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

Accept and sign the PILOT agreement between Skating Club of Boston and the Town

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to accept and sign the PILOT agreement between Skating Club of Boston and the Town.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to accept and sign the PILOT agreement between Skating Club of Boston and the Town..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Donohue)

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

Approve request to be appointed to the Cultural Council

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve request to be appointed to the Cultural Council.

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 request to be appointed to the Cultural Council..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)

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

File copy of Norwood local bill (H4718), which was signed by the Governor on October 16, 2018 regarding change in Town Meeting Acts, Chapter 541 by striking out second sentence "Town Clerk &...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to file copy of Norwood local bill (H4718), which was signed by the Governor on October 16, 2018 regarding change in Town Meeting Acts, Chapter 541 by striking out second sentence "Town Clerk & Accountant" New Year’s Eve:

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to file copy of Norwood local bill (H4718), which was signed by the Governor on October 16, 2018 regarding change in Town Meeting Acts, Chapter 541 by striking out second sentence "Town Clerk & Accountant" New Year’s Eve:.” (Motion: Bishop, second: Plasko)

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

New Year’s Eve

Approve the extension of hours New Year’s Eve, Monday, December 31, 2018 to 2 a.m. Tuesday, January 1, 2019

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to approve the extension of hours New Year’s Eve, Monday, December 31, 2018 to 2 a.m. Tuesday, January 1, 2019.

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 the extension of hours New Year’s Eve, Monday, December 31, 2018 to 2 a.m. Tuesday, January 1, 2019..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Donohue)

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

Bernard Cooper, Assistant General Manager

Accept, with thanks, , a $2,000.00 donation under Chapter 44 § 53 A by Norwood Bank to support the annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Clause Parade that was held this past weekend

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, vote to accept, with thanks, , a $2,000.00 donation under Chapter 44 § 53 A by Norwood Bank to support the annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Clause Parade that was held this past weekend.

The minutes say only “vote to”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, vote to accept, with thanks, , a $2,000.00 donation under Chapter 44 § 53 A by Norwood Bank to support the annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Clause Parade that was held this past weekend..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Bishop)

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

Approve request to place a crèche on the lawn of the historic George Morse House, 1265 Washington Street for the holiday season. 5

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to approve request to place a crèche on the lawn of the historic George Morse House, 1265 Washington Street for the holiday season. 5 Selectmen’s Meeting November 27, 2018 New Business-(cont’d): Joseph Greeley, Claws and Paws with Claus:

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 request to place a crèche on the lawn of the historic George Morse House, 1265 Washington Street for the holiday season. 5 Selectmen’s Meeting November 27, 2018 New Business-(cont’d): Joseph Greeley, Claws and Paws with Claus:.” (Motion: Donohue, second: Plasko)

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

Joseph Greeley, Claws and Paws with Claus

Approve application to use Town Common Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Pet Photos with Santa event to raise money for America’s Vet Dogs

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to approve application to use Town Common Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Pet Photos with Santa event to raise money for America’s Vet Dogs.

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 use Town Common Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Pet Photos with Santa event to raise money for America’s Vet Dogs..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)

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

Building Inspector, Mark Chubet

File monthly report – Building Inspector, Mark Chubet

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to file monthly report.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Bishop, seconded by Selectman Donohue, voted to file monthly report..” (Motion: Bishop, second: Donohue)

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

Approve as submitted, the Board minutes of October 9, 16 and 23

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to approve as submitted, the Board minutes of October 9, 16 and 23.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to approve as submitted, the Board minutes of October 9, 16 and 23..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Howard)

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

File monthly report

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file monthly report.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Howard, voted to file monthly report..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Howard)

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

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file monthly report.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Donohue, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to file monthly report..” (Motion: Donohue, second: Bishop)

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

Handicapped parking spot

Approve the spot – Handicapped parking spot

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to approve the spot.

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to approve the spot..” (Motion: Howard, second: Plasko)

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

Adjournment

Adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 7:45 p.m. A True Copy Attest: ___________________________ Clerk 6

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 7:45 p.m. A True Copy Attest: ___________________________ Clerk 6

The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.

From the minutes

“on motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Bishop, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 7:45 p.m. A True Copy Attest: ___________________________ Clerk 6.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Bishop)

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

From the Norwood Board of Selectmen’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Board of Selectmen minutes page. We check every vote against the Selectmen present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: campaign websites (Robert Donnelly, Amanda Grow); The Norwood Record (Cheryl Doyle; Michael Saad, photo by Jeff Sullivan); Norwood Community Media (Matthew Lane, from “Fast Facts with Matt Lane”).

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