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April 8, 2025
21 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Robert Donnelly, Amanda Grow, William Plasko, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Election of the Chairman of the Board
Appoint Amanda Grow as Chair of the Board
Motion to appoint Amanda Grow as Chair of the Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to appoint Amanda Grow as Chair of the Board. Moved by: William Plasko Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Lane)
Election of the Vice Chairman of the Board
Appoint William Plasko as Vice Chair of the Board
Motion to appoint William Plasko as Vice Chair of the Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to appoint William Plasko as Vice Chair of the Board. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Saad)
Appointment of the Clerk of the Board
Appoint Christine Woodward as the Clerk of the Board
Motion to appoint Christine Woodward as the Clerk of the Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to appoint Christine Woodward as the Clerk of the Board. Moved by: William Plasko Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Saad)
Warrant signature update
Accept and file – Warrant signature update
Motion to accept and file.
From the minutes
“Motion to accept and file. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: William Plasko Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Plasko)
Meeting Minutes for approval of the Board: March 25th, 2025
Approve. The Committee reserves the right to consider items on the agenda out of order. This listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting...
Motion to approve. The Committee reserves the right to consider items on the agenda out of order. This listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Not all items may in fact be discussed; and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. The Committee reserves the right to consider items on the agenda out of order. This listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Not all items may in fact be discussed; and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law. Moved by: Matthew Lane Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Lane, second: Donnelly)
Council
Appoint Kristen Bassett and Marta Pagdn- Ortiz to the Cultural Council
Motion to appoint Kristen Bassett and Marta Pagdn- Ortiz to the Cultural Council
From the minutes
“Motion to appoint Kristen Bassett and Marta Pagdn- Ortiz to the Cultural Council Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Close the public hearing at 7:28 PM
Motion to close the public hearing at 7:28 PM.
From the minutes
“Motion to close the public hearing at 7:28 PM. Moved by: William Plasko Seconded by: Matthew Lane The Committee reserves the right to consider items on the agenda out of order. This listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Not all items may in fact be discussed; and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law. Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Lane)
Discussion of Land Use articles
Reconsider, and after reconsidering to amend the opening and calling of Town Meeting as described
Motion to reconsider, and after reconsidering to amend the opening and calling of Town Meeting as described.
From the minutes
“Motion to reconsider, and after reconsidering to amend the opening and calling of Town Meeting as described. Moved by: William Plasko Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Donnelly)
Board of Assessors Reappointment
Table it to the next meeting
Motion to table it to the next meeting
From the minutes
“Motion to table it to the next meeting Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Car Wash - Norwood High School Girls Volleyball
Approve – Car Wash - Norwood High School Girls Volleyball
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Matthew Lane Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Lane, second: Saad)
Car Wash - Norwood Parent Music Association
Approve – Car Wash - Norwood Parent Music Association
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Car Washes - Norwood High School Girls Soccer
Approve – Car Washes - Norwood High School Girls Soccer
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Lane)
Sign Placement - Norwood Evening Garden Club
Approve – Sign Placement - Norwood Evening Garden Club
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Donation - Norwood Lodge of Elks #1124
Accept under Chapter 44, Section 53A for the purpose intended
Motion to accept under Chapter 44, Section 53A for the purpose intended.
From the minutes
“Motion to accept under Chapter 44, Section 53A for the purpose intended. Moved by: William Plasko Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Saad)
Bond Street Field Use Request
Approve – Bond Street Field Use Request
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Lane)
Road Race Request - 22 Mohawks Honor and Remember 5 Miler
Approve – Road Race Request - 22 Mohawks Honor and Remember 5 Miler
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Matthew Lane Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Lane, second: Donnelly)
Road Closure - Bernie Cooper Park Dedication
Approve – Road Closure - Bernie Cooper Park Dedication
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Matthew Lane Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Lane, second: Saad)
Cemetery Deeds
Sign – Cemetery Deeds
Motion to sign.
From the minutes
“Motion to sign. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Saad)
Approve. The Committee reserves the right to consider items on the agenda out of order. This listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting...
Motion to approve. The Committee reserves the right to consider items on the agenda out of order. This listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Not all items may in fact be discussed; and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. The Committee reserves the right to consider items on the agenda out of order. This listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Not all items may in fact be discussed; and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law. Moved by: Matthew Lane Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Lane, second: Donnelly)
Xfinity Programming
File – Xfinity Programming
Motion to file.
From the minutes
“Motion to file. Moved by: William Plasko Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Lane)
Selectmen’s Addenda
Enter Executive Session
Motion to enter Executive Session
From the minutes
“Motion to enter Executive Session Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: William Plasko On a Roll Call Vote, Aye: Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Plasko)
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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