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February 25, 2020
17 recorded votes, 17 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Paul Bishop, William Plasko, Thomas Maloney, Allan Howard, David Hajjar
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appointments
Submit a letter of support to CPC for a grant of $50,000 for the study
On motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to submit a letter of support to CPC for a grant of $50,000 for the study. 7:15 P.M – Chief George Morrice, Norwood Fire Department: Chief Morrice began his report with news of a two alarm fire Friday on Morgan Drive.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to submit a letter of support to CPC for a grant of $50,000 for the study. 7:15 P.M – Chief George Morrice, Norwood Fire Department: Chief Morrice began his report with news of a two alarm fire Friday on Morgan Drive..” (Motion: Hajjar, second: Plasko)
Support the Board of Health in going to one Hazardous Waste Day in the fall
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to support the Board of Health in going to one Hazardous Waste Day in the fall.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to support the Board of Health in going to one Hazardous Waste Day in the fall..” (Motion: Howard, second: Maloney)
New Business
Approve change of manager application for KE Restaurant, Inc., dba New Golden Abacus, from Zhong Gui Chen to Aiping Ke. 1
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve change of manager application for KE Restaurant, Inc., dba New Golden Abacus, from Zhong Gui Chen to Aiping Ke. 1 Selectmen’s Meeting-New Business February 25, 2020 Sale LLC., dba As Good As It Gets Café:
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve change of manager application for KE Restaurant, Inc., dba New Golden Abacus, from Zhong Gui Chen to Aiping Ke. 1 Selectmen’s Meeting-New Business February 25, 2020 Sale LLC., dba As Good As It Gets Café:.” (Motion: Howard, second: Maloney)
Approve Common Victualler application to operate at 1210B Boston Providence Turnpike
On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve Common Victualler application to operate at 1210B Boston Providence Turnpike.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve Common Victualler application to operate at 1210B Boston Providence Turnpike..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Maloney)
Approve application for a one day WMB license for Saturday, May 16, 2020 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Julie Drummey, 98 Village Street, Medway
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve application for a one day WMB license for Saturday, May 16, 2020 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Julie Drummey, 98 Village Street, Medway:
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve application for a one day WMB license for Saturday, May 16, 2020 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Julie Drummey, 98 Village Street, Medway:.” (Motion: Howard, second: Maloney)
Approve request for 1 day WMB license at 150 Kerry Place, Saturday, March 28, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timothy J. McDonough, Chairman Board of Assessors
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve request for 1 day WMB license at 150 Kerry Place, Saturday, March 28, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timothy J. McDonough, Chairman Board of Assessors:
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to approve request for 1 day WMB license at 150 Kerry Place, Saturday, March 28, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timothy J. McDonough, Chairman Board of Assessors:.” (Motion: Howard, second: Maloney)
Reappoint Mr. McDonough to his position as Assessor for a three year term to expire on April 1, 2023
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Hajjar, voted to reappoint Mr. McDonough to his position as Assessor for a three year term to expire on April 1, 2023.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Hajjar, voted to reappoint Mr. McDonough to his position as Assessor for a three year term to expire on April 1, 2023..” (Motion: Howard, second: Hajjar)
Cemetery Deed
Sign: Michael Chaggaris, 23 Ballard Road, Derry, NH to Lot SGW-7 Tax Exemptions: Selectman Plasko gave an overview of certain clauses of M.G.L. Chapter 59 sections that allow exemptions for...
On motion of Selectman Maloney, seconded by Selectman Hajjar voted to sign: Michael Chaggaris, 23 Ballard Road, Derry, NH to Lot SGW-7 Tax Exemptions: Selectman Plasko gave an overview of certain clauses of M.G.L. Chapter 59 sections that allow exemptions for different classes of elderly, surviving spouses, minor children, etc. that the Board had voted to put on the warrant of an upcoming town meeting, but some questions were raised at the last minutes as we were looking at veterans clauses be added for tax abatements and it was held back.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Maloney, seconded by Selectman Hajjar voted to sign: Michael Chaggaris, 23 Ballard Road, Derry, NH to Lot SGW-7 Tax Exemptions: Selectman Plasko gave an overview of certain clauses of M.G.L. Chapter 59 sections that allow exemptions for different classes of elderly, surviving spouses, minor children, etc. that the Board had voted to put on the warrant of an upcoming town meeting, but some questions were raised at the last minutes as we were looking at veterans clauses be added for tax abatements and it was held back..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hajjar)
Tax Exemptions
Add to Special Town Meeting articles to adopt Clause 17C ½, 17D, and 17E
On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to add to Special Town Meeting articles to adopt Clause 17C ½, 17D, and 17E.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to add to Special Town Meeting articles to adopt Clause 17C ½, 17D, and 17E..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Maloney)
Town Hall Elevator
Reserve FinCom Room for meetings while the elevator is down
On motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to reserve FinCom Room for meetings while the elevator is down.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to reserve FinCom Room for meetings while the elevator is down..” (Motion: Hajjar, second: Maloney)
Accept surrender of AAB License No. 0054-RS-0914, submitted on behalf of YKLU Food Inc., dba Olivio’s Grille & Pizzeria, letter of surrender of AAB License No. 0054-RS-0914
On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to accept surrender of AAB License No. 0054-RS-0914, submitted on behalf of YKLU Food Inc., dba Olivio’s Grille & Pizzeria, letter of surrender of AAB License No. 0054-RS-0914.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to accept surrender of AAB License No. 0054-RS-0914, submitted on behalf of YKLU Food Inc., dba Olivio’s Grille & Pizzeria, letter of surrender of AAB License No. 0054-RS-0914..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Maloney)
Unfinished Business
Table as per previous action
On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to table as per previous action.
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“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to table as per previous action..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Maloney)
Complete Streets
Accept updated plan as presented
On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to accept updated plan as presented.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Plasko, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to accept updated plan as presented..” (Motion: Plasko, second: Maloney)
Memoranda
File monthly report – Memoranda
On motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Maloney voted to file monthly report.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
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“On motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Maloney voted to file monthly report..” (Motion: Hajjar, second: Maloney)
Approve placing a camera in the center of town to monitor traffic and assist with incidents that occur in the pedestrian dense area
On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted 4-1 to approve placing a camera in the center of town to monitor traffic and assist with incidents that occur in the pedestrian dense area.
Yes: Bishop, Hajjar, Howard, MaloneyNo: Plasko
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Howard, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted 4-1 to approve placing a camera in the center of town to monitor traffic and assist with incidents that occur in the pedestrian dense area. Selectman Plasko opposed..” (Motion: Howard, second: Maloney)
File as information copy of letter to Chief Brooks expressing appreciation for the outstanding efforts made by the Norwood Police Department in support of the United States Marine Corps Toys for...
On motion of Selectman Maloney, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to file as information copy of letter to Chief Brooks expressing appreciation for the outstanding efforts made by the Norwood Police Department in support of the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“On motion of Selectman Maloney, seconded by Selectman Plasko, voted to file as information copy of letter to Chief Brooks expressing appreciation for the outstanding efforts made by the Norwood Police Department in support of the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Plasko)
Adjournment
Adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:25 p.m. A True Record
On motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:25 p.m. A True Record.
The minutes say only “voted”, with no count or names.
From the minutes
“on motion of Selectman Hajjar, seconded by Selectman Maloney, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:25 p.m. A True Record..” (Motion: Hajjar, second: Maloney)
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