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April 14, 2026
50 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Matthew Lane, Robert Donnelly, Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Election of the Chairman of the Board
Appoint Matthew Lane as Chair of the Board
Motion to appoint Matthew Lane as Chair of the Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to appoint Matthew Lane as Chair of the Board. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Saad)
Election of the Vice Chairman of the Board
Appoint Robert Donnelly as Vice Chair of the Board
Motion to appoint Robert Donnelly as Vice Chair of the Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to appoint Robert Donnelly as Vice Chair of the Board. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, 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: Michael Saad Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Donnelly)
Warrant signature update:
Approve – Warrant signature update:
Motion to approve.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Appointments:
Close the public hearing
Motion to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion to close the public hearing. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Approve this license with a stipulation of a 10 am start time on Sundays
Motion to approve this license with a stipulation of a 10 am start time on Sundays.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve this license with a stipulation of a 10 am start time on Sundays. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Saad)
Close the public hearing
Motion to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion to close the public hearing. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Approve the application given that the surety bond has been provided
Motion to approve the application given that the surety bond has been provided.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the application given that the surety bond has been provided. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Saad)
Special Town Meeting Warrant
Special Town Meeting Warrant (the motion is not written out in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Place Articles 1,3,4,5 on the Special Town Meeting warrant
Motion to place Articles 1,3,4,5 on the Special Town Meeting warrant.
From the minutes
“Motion to place Articles 1,3,4,5 on the Special Town Meeting warrant. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Draft Yellow Sheets and Positions of the Board
Support articles 1,3,4,5 on the Special Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support articles 1,3,4,5 on the Special Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support articles 1,3,4,5 on the Special Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Support Article 1 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 1 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 1 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Doyle)
Support Article 2 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 2 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 2 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Support Article 3 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 3 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 3 on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Support Article 4, Free Cash to Reduce Tax Levy, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 4, Free Cash to Reduce Tax Levy, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 4, Free Cash to Reduce Tax Levy, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and 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. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Support Article 5, Enterprise to General Fund Indirect Costs, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 5, Enterprise to General Fund Indirect Costs, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 5, Enterprise to General Fund Indirect Costs, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Support Article 6, FY2027 Operating Budget, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 6, FY2027 Operating Budget, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 6, FY2027 Operating Budget, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Support Article 7, Override for Public Safety Staffing, with a dollar amount of $1.8 million, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 7, Override for Public Safety Staffing, with a dollar amount of $1.8 million, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 7, Override for Public Safety Staffing, with a dollar amount of $1.8 million, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Support Article 8, Fire and Police Equipment For New Staff, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 8, Fire and Police Equipment For New Staff, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 8, Fire and Police Equipment For New Staff, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Support Article 9, Election Expenses for Public Safety Override, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 9, Election Expenses for Public Safety Override, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 9, Election Expenses for Public Safety Override, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Support Article 10 and 11, relating to the Community Preservation Fund, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 10 and 11, relating to the Community Preservation Fund, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 10 and 11, relating to the Community Preservation Fund, on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Grow)
Support Article 12 project "Shared Housing Services Organization (Year 4 Funding)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Shared Housing Services Organization (Year 4 Funding)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Shared Housing Services Organization (Year 4 Funding)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Grow)
Support Article 12 project "Historical Asset Inventory" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Historical Asset Inventory" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Historical Asset Inventory" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and 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. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Donnelly)
Support Article 12 project "Restore & Preserve Annual Town Reports" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Restore & Preserve Annual Town Reports" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Restore & Preserve Annual Town Reports" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Grow)
Support Article 12 project "Rehabilitate Town Hall Cannon" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Rehabilitate Town Hall Cannon" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Rehabilitate Town Hall Cannon" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Donnelly)
Support Article 12 project "Transfer of Funds to Conservation Land Fund" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Transfer of Funds to Conservation Land Fund" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Transfer of Funds to Conservation Land Fund" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Grow)
Support Article 12 project "Father Mac’s Playground Improvements" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Father Mac’s Playground Improvements" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Father Mac’s Playground Improvements" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Grow)
Support Article 12 project "Shattuck Park Dry Stone Wall Feasibility Study & Design" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Shattuck Park Dry Stone Wall Feasibility Study & Design" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
Yes: Donnelly, Doyle, Grow, LaneNo: Saad
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Shattuck Park Dry Stone Wall Feasibility Study & Design" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Nay Michael Saad Carried 4-1.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Support Article 12 project "School Playground Assessment & Prioritization Plan" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "School Playground Assessment & Prioritization Plan" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "School Playground Assessment & Prioritization Plan" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Donnelly)
Support Article 12 project "Dugout Structures and Scoreboards at Softball Fields" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 12 project "Dugout Structures and Scoreboards at Softball Fields" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 12 project "Dugout Structures and Scoreboards at Softball Fields" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow Sheet. Moved by: Cheryl Doyle Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Donnelly)
Draft Yellow Sheets and Positions of the Board (the motion is not written out in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
From the minutes
“Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Refer Petition Article 15 "Removal of Parking Waiver Provisions From the Zoning Bylaw" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board
Motion to refer Petition Article 15 "Removal of Parking Waiver Provisions From the Zoning Bylaw" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer Petition Article 15 "Removal of Parking Waiver Provisions From the Zoning Bylaw" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Draft Yellow Sheets and Positions of the Board (the motion is not written out in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Refer Article 17 "Adoption of Residential Exemption" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to study, Committee will entail a member of the Board of Assessors, Board of Selectmen, and citizens
Motion to refer Article 17 "Adoption of Residential Exemption" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to study, Committee will entail a member of the Board of Assessors, Board of Selectmen, and citizens.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer Article 17 "Adoption of Residential Exemption" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to study, Committee will entail a member of the Board of Assessors, Board of Selectmen, and citizens. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Saad)
Refer Petition Article 18 "Parking Space Definition and Mechanical Lift Parking Clarification" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board
Motion to refer Petition Article 18 "Parking Space Definition and Mechanical Lift Parking Clarification" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer Petition Article 18 "Parking Space Definition and Mechanical Lift Parking Clarification" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Refer Petition Article 19 "Amendment of Norwood Zoning Bylaw Provision for Waivers under Section 9.5.G.6 in the MBTA Communities Overlay District (MCMOD)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet...
Motion to refer Petition Article 19 "Amendment of Norwood Zoning Bylaw Provision for Waivers under Section 9.5.G.6 in the MBTA Communities Overlay District (MCMOD)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer Petition Article 19 "Amendment of Norwood Zoning Bylaw Provision for Waivers under Section 9.5.G.6 in the MBTA Communities Overlay District (MCMOD)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Refer Petition Article 20 "Restrict Tandem Parking/Stacked Parking/Mechanical Parking Except Businesses on Route 1" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board
Motion to refer Petition Article 20 "Restrict Tandem Parking/Stacked Parking/Mechanical Parking Except Businesses on Route 1" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer Petition Article 20 "Restrict Tandem Parking/Stacked Parking/Mechanical Parking Except Businesses on Route 1" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet to the Planning Board. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and 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. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
Indefinitely postpone Article 21 "Clarification of Standards for Repetitive Applications (Proposed Zoning-Bylaw Amendment)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet
Motion to indefinitely postpone Article 21 "Clarification of Standards for Repetitive Applications (Proposed Zoning-Bylaw Amendment)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet.
From the minutes
“Motion to indefinitely postpone Article 21 "Clarification of Standards for Repetitive Applications (Proposed Zoning-Bylaw Amendment)" on the Annual Town Meeting Yellow sheet. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Special Election
Approve the date of June 15, 2026 and language of ballot question
Motion to approve the date of June 15, 2026 and language of ballot question.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the date of June 15, 2026 and language of ballot question. Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Donnelly)
Conservation Commission Appointments
Table – Conservation Commission Appointments
Motion to table.
From the minutes
“Motion to table. Moved by: Amanda Grow Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Grow, second: Doyle)
Economic Development Committee Appointments
Ratify the General Manager’s appointment of Mr. Steve Cesso and Mr. Scott Kjellberg to the Economic Development Committee; with a note of thanks to Mr. Plasko for his service on the Economic...
Motion to ratify the General Manager’s appointment of Mr. Steve Cesso and Mr. Scott Kjellberg to the Economic Development Committee; with a note of thanks to Mr. Plasko for his service on the Economic Development Committee.
From the minutes
“Motion to ratify the General Manager’s appointment of Mr. Steve Cesso and Mr. Scott Kjellberg to the Economic Development Committee; with a note of thanks to Mr. Plasko for his service on the Economic Development Committee. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
For final approval of the Board
Approve the water and sewer budget
Motion to approve the water and sewer budget.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the water and sewer budget. Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Donnelly)
Acceptance of Resignation: Alex G. Haggerty, Treasurer and Collector
Accept the resignation of Alex Haggerty
Motion to accept the resignation of Alex Haggerty.
From the minutes
“Motion to accept the resignation of Alex Haggerty. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Appoint Assistant Treasurer and Collector Stephanie Foley as interim Treasurer and Collector (for 6 months-year)
Motion to appoint Assistant Treasurer and Collector Stephanie Foley as interim Treasurer and Collector (for 6 months-year).
From the minutes
“Motion to appoint Assistant Treasurer and Collector Stephanie Foley as interim Treasurer and Collector (for 6 months-year). Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Doyle)
Approve the proposed meeting schedule of May through August
Motion to approve the proposed meeting schedule of May through August.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the proposed meeting schedule of May through August. Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Donnelly)
Approve the agreement of the Board of Assessors as presented
Motion to approve the agreement of the Board of Assessors as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the agreement of the Board of Assessors as presented. Moved by: Michael Saad Seconded by: Amanda Grow Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Saad, second: Grow)
Norwood Sportsmen’s Association
Adopt the consent agenda
Motion to adopt the consent agenda.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt the consent agenda. Moved by: Amanda Grow Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Grow, second: Donnelly)
Norfolk District Attorney’s Office and Norfolk Advocates for Children
File items 6.1-6.6 – Norfolk District Attorney’s Office and Norfolk Advocates for Children
Motion to file items 6.1-6.6.
From the minutes
“Motion to file items 6.1-6.6. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Saad)
Selectmen’s Addenda
Adjourn – Selectmen’s Addenda
Motion to adjourn.
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Cheryl Doyle Aye Amanda Grow, Michael Saad, Cheryl Doyle, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane. Carried 5-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Doyle)
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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