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William Plasko
Elected townwide · 9 terms in this record
Bill Plasko
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Board years
Record at a glance · 2025–2026 Board
On split votes, Plasko voted the same way as…
- Michael Saad83% (5 of 6)
- Amanda Grow50% (3 of 6)
- Robert Donnelly0% (0 of 6)
- Matthew Lane0% (0 of 6)
How these numbers work
- Counted from the official minutes, for 2025–2026 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
- Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Plasko as present or absent at the start.
- Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
- Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
- A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
- “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.
These numbers describe the record; they are not a grade. A no vote, an abstention or a minority vote is neither good nor bad. MassVoter never rates officials.
Attendance
At the start of 17 of 21 Board of Selectmen meetings in 2025–2026 Board.
Missed
- Jan 27, 2026 · Regular: Absent
- Jan 13, 2026 · Regular: Absent
- May 27, 2025 · Regular: Absent
- May 6, 2025 · Regular: Absent
Every meeting (21)
- Mar 10, 2026 · Regular: Present
- Feb 24, 2026 · Regular: Present
- Jan 27, 2026 · Regular: Absent
- Jan 13, 2026 · Regular: Absent
- Dec 9, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Dec 2, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Nov 18, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Nov 12, 2025 · Joint: Present
- Oct 28, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Oct 14, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Sep 23, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Sep 9, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Aug 12, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Jul 8, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Jun 24, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Jun 10, 2025 · Regular: Present
- May 27, 2025 · Regular: Absent
- May 6, 2025 · Regular: Absent
- Apr 22, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Apr 15, 2025 · Regular: Present
- Apr 8, 2025 · Regular: Present
Votes where members disagreed · 2025–2026 Board
Dec 9Approve – Hometown ArcadeMotion: Motion to approve.Passed 3–0 · Plasko: Not recorded
December 9, 2025: Approve – Hometown Arcade
Motion to approve.
The minutes give the count as 3-0, but the names listed add up to 3-1. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Roll Call Vote, Aye Amanda Grow, Robert Donnelly, Matthew Lane Nay William Plasko 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. Absent Michael Saad Carried 3-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Nov 12Article 9: accept the plan as presented, moving the…Motion: Motion made by Robert Donnelly that Article 9, we accept the…Passed Unanimous, 4 present · Plasko: Yes
November 12, 2025 (Joint meeting): Article 9: accept the plan as presented, moving the Fire Truck project from borrowing to free cash (supporting the Finance Commission’s recommendation)
Motion made by Robert Donnelly that Article 9, we accept the plan as presented with the exception that we agree to move the Fire Truck project from borrowing to free cash. (Support the Finance Commission’s recommendation)
Voted: Yes
Matthew Lane had left before the votes were taken.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Robert Donnelly that Article 9, we accept the plan as presented with the exception that we agree to move the Fire Truck project from borrowing to free cash. (Support the Finance Commission’s recommendation), seconded by William Plasko. Roll call vote: yes: William Plasko, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, Amanda Grow Absent: Matthew Lane Carried 4-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Plasko)
Oct 14Support Article 5 – Special Town Meeting Yellow SheetMotion: Motion to support Article 5.Failed 2–3 · Plasko: No
October 14, 2025: Support Article 5 – Special Town Meeting Yellow Sheet
Motion to support Article 5.
Voted: No
Yes: Donnelly, LaneNo: Grow, Plasko, Saad
From the minutes
“Motion to support Article 5. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Robert Donnelly and Matthew Lane Nay Amanda Grow, William Plasko, Michael Saad Failed 2-3.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Oct 14Will render its opinion on Article 6 at or…Motion: Motion that the Board will render its opinion on Article 6…Passed 3–2 · Plasko: No
October 14, 2025: Will render its opinion on Article 6 at or prior to Special Town Meeting
Motion that the Board will render its opinion on Article 6 at or prior to Special Town Meeting.
Voted: No
Yes: Donnelly, Grow, LaneNo: Plasko, Saad
From the minutes
“Motion that the Board will render its opinion on Article 6 at or prior to Special Town Meeting. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Amanda Grow 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, Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane Nay William Plasko and Michael Saad Carried 3-2.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Grow)
Jul 8Approve the application for an all alcohol license for…Motion: Motion to approve the application for an all alcohol license for…Failed 2–3 · Plasko: No
July 8, 2025: Approve the application for an all alcohol license for the Gyro and Kebab house
Motion to approve the application for an all alcohol license for the Gyro and Kebab house.
Voted: No
Yes: Donnelly, LaneNo: Grow, Plasko, Saad
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the application for an all alcohol license for the Gyro and Kebab house. Moved by: Matthew Lane Seconded by: Robert Donnelly Aye 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. Nay Amanda Grow, William Plasko, and Michael Saad, Carried 2-3.” (Motion: Lane, second: Donnelly)
Jul 8Deny the license based on the application and testimony…Motion: Motion to deny the license based on the application and testimony…Passed 3–2 · Plasko: Yes
July 8, 2025: Deny the license based on the application and testimony at the hearing that in the Board’s opinion that the application does not sufficiently provide enough public good and benefit in…
Motion to deny the license based on the application and testimony at the hearing that in the Board’s opinion that the application does not sufficiently provide enough public good and benefit in considering all the factors and a number of other licensed establishments within the immediate area, the lack of table service, and other amenities that we think is a proper for the use of a full liquor license on premises, and therefore deny the license.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Grow, Plasko, SaadNo: Donnelly, Lane
From the minutes
“Motion to deny the license based on the application and testimony at the hearing that in the Board’s opinion that the application does not sufficiently provide enough public good and benefit in considering all the factors and a number of other licensed establishments within the immediate area, the lack of table service, and other amenities that we think is a proper for the use of a full liquor license on premises, and therefore deny the license. Moved by: William Plasko Seconded by: Michael Saad Aye Amanda Grow, William Plasko, and Michael Saad. Nay Robert Donnelly, and Matthew Lane Carried 3-2.” (Motion: Plasko, second: Saad)
Apr 15Place Article #9 on the WarrantMotion: Motion to place Article #9 on the Warrant.Passed 4–1 · Plasko: No
April 15, 2025: Place Article #9 on the Warrant
Motion to place Article #9 on the Warrant.
Voted: No
Yes: Donnelly, Grow, Lane, SaadNo: Plasko
From the minutes
“Motion to place Article #9 on the Warrant. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, and Robert Donnelly. Nay William Plasko Carried 4-1.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Apr 15To support Article #9: Establish Capital Stabilization FundMotion: Motion for the Board to support Article #9: Establish Capital Stabilization…Passed 3–2 · Plasko: No
April 15, 2025: To support Article #9: Establish Capital Stabilization Fund
Motion for the Board to support Article #9: Establish Capital Stabilization Fund.
Voted: No
Yes: Donnelly, Grow, LaneNo: Plasko, Saad
From the minutes
“Motion for the Board to support Article #9: Establish Capital Stabilization Fund. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: Matthew Lane Aye Amanda Grow, Matthew Lane, and Robert Donnelly. . Nay William Plasko and Michael Saad Carried 3-2.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Lane)
Apr 15Withdraw Article #10: Initial CSF Fund from the WarrantMotion: Motion to withdraw Article #10: Initial CSF Fund from the Warrant.Passed 4–0 · Plasko: Yes
April 15, 2025: Withdraw Article #10: Initial CSF Fund from the Warrant
Motion to withdraw Article #10: Initial CSF Fund from the Warrant.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Donnelly, Lane, Plasko, SaadAbstained: Grow
From the minutes
“Motion to withdraw Article #10: Initial CSF Fund from the Warrant. Moved by: Robert Donnelly Seconded by: William Plasko Aye Matthew Lane, Michael Saad, Robert Donnelly, and William Plasko Abstain Amanda Grow, Carried 4-0.” (Motion: Donnelly, second: Plasko)
Votes with no disagreement (204)
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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