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April 29, 2019
29 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Lisa M. Ferolito, Bill Greathead, Margaret Scarsdale
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Go into Executive Session at 6:45PM as authorized by Chapter 30A Section 21(a) of the Massachusetts General Laws
On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Mr. Greathead, it was unanimously voted that the Board of Selectmen go into Executive Session at 6:45PM as authorized by Chapter 30A Section 21(a) of the Massachusetts General Laws.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Mr. Greathead, it was unanimously voted that the Board of Selectmen go into Executive Session at 6:45PM as authorized by Chapter 30A Section 21(a) of the Massachusetts General Laws..” (Motion: Ferolito, second: Greathead)
3.1 April 8, 2019 Meeting Minutes (Exhibit 1)
Accept and release the April 8, 2019 meeting minutes as written
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Ferolito, it was voted to accept and release the April 8, 2019 meeting minutes as written. Ms. Scarsdale abstained from the vote as she was not in attendance of that meeting.
Yes: Ferolito, GreatheadAbstained: ScarsdaleThe minutes say Margaret Scarsdale abstained and record the motion as passed; the other members present are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Ferolito, it was voted to accept and release the April 8, 2019 meeting minutes as written. Ms. Scarsdale abstained from the vote as she was not in attendance of that meeting..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Ferolito)
7.1 Soil Reclamation Proposal Update (Exhibit 3)
Accept the letter and submit to MassDEP immediately
On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to accept the letter and submit to MassDEP immediately.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to accept the letter and submit to MassDEP immediately..” (Motion: Ferolito, second: Scarsdale)
7.3 Licensing Authority: Junk Dealer License Renewals (Exhibit 5)
Approve the South Row Antiques their annual Junk Dealer License which will expire on May 1, 2020
On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Mr. Greathead, it was unanimously voted to approve the South Row Antiques their annual Junk Dealer License which will expire on May 1, 2020.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Mr. Greathead, it was unanimously voted to approve the South Row Antiques their annual Junk Dealer License which will expire on May 1, 2020..” (Motion: Ferolito, second: Greathead)
7.4 Peter Fitzpatrick Feasibility Committee Final Report Presentation
Approve the National Grid request to erect poles on Pierce Street
On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to approve the National Grid request to erect poles on Pierce Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to approve the National Grid request to erect poles on Pierce Street..” (Motion: Ferolito, second: Scarsdale)
7.6 Review Annual Town Meeting Warrant for Board of Selectmen Meeting (Exhibit 7)
Take no action on Article 1 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 1 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 1 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 2 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 2 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 2 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 3 on the Town Warrant with the option of changing the amount
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 3 on the Town Warrant with the option of changing the amount.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 3 on the Town Warrant with the option of changing the amount..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Take no action on Article 4 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 4 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 4 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Take no action on Article 5 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 5 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 5 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 6 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 6 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 6 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 7 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 7 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 7 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 8 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 8 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 8 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
FOR TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADES
Support and insert Article 9 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 9 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 9 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 10 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 10 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 10 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 11 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 11 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 11 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
TOTALREVENUE TOTAL EXPENSES
Support and insert Article 12 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 12 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 12 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
TOTAL REVENUE TOTAL EXPENSES
Support and insert Article 13 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 13 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 13 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 14 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 14 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 14 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 15 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 15 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 15 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 16 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was voted to support and insert Article 16 on the Town Warrant.
The minutes record the result but no count or names.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was voted to support and insert Article 16 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 17 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was voted to support and insert Article 17 on the Town Warrant.
The minutes record the result but no count or names.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was voted to support and insert Article 17 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 18 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 18 on the Town Warrant. ARTICLE 19 - GRANT OF EASEMENT / FARRAR STREET To see if the Town will vote : (a) to authorize the Board of Selectmen, for and on behalf of the Town and upon such terms and conditions as the Board deems to be in the best interest of the Town, to convey to the Massachusetts Electric Company, and to Verizon New England, a perpetual right and easement to construct, reconstruct, repair, maintain, operate and patrol, for the transmission of high and low voltage electric current and for the transmission of intelligence and telephone use, lines to consist of, but not limited to, two (2) poles, (which may be erected at different times) with wires and cables installed thereon, and all necessary foundation, anchors, guys, braces, fittings, equipment and appurtenances over, across, under and upon the land in which the Town has or may have an interest, being known as Farrar Street, to serve property located on the northerly side of Farrar Street and shown as Lot 2 on a plan recorded with the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds as Plan #938 of 2017; and (b) to authorize the Board of Selectmen to take any and all action necessary for the purpose of accomplishing such easement conveyance, or take any other action relative thereto.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 18 on the Town Warrant. ARTICLE 19 - GRANT OF EASEMENT / FARRAR STREET To see if the Town will vote : (a) to authorize the Board of Selectmen, for and on behalf of the Town and upon such terms and conditions as the Board deems to be in the best interest of the Town, to convey to the Massachusetts Electric Company, and to Verizon New England, a perpetual right and easement to construct, reconstruct, repair, maintain, operate and patrol, for the transmission of high and low voltage electric current and for the transmission of intelligence and telephone use, lines to consist of, but not limited to, two (2) poles, (which may be erected at different times) with wires and cables installed thereon, and all necessary foundation, anchors, guys, braces, fittings, equipment and appurtenances over, across, under and upon the land in which the Town has or may have an interest, being known as Farrar Street, to serve property located on the northerly side of Farrar Street and shown as Lot 2 on a plan recorded with the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds as Plan #938 of 2017; and (b) to authorize the Board of Selectmen to take any and all action necessary for the purpose of accomplishing such easement conveyance, or take any other action relative thereto..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Support and insert Article 19 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 19 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to support and insert Article 19 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
Take no action on Article 20 on the Town Warrant
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 20 on the Town Warrant.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to take no action on Article 20 on the Town Warrant..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Scarsdale)
8. APPOINTMENTS / RESIGNATIONS (Special Appointing Committee)
Adjourn
On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the Board of Selectmen meeting at 8:18 PM with the intention to reconvene after the appointment of Nashoba Valley Technical School District School Committee member.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Ferolito and seconded by Ms. Scarsdale, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the Board of Selectmen meeting at 8:18 PM with the intention to reconvene after the appointment of Nashoba Valley Technical School District School Committee member..” (Motion: Ferolito, second: Scarsdale)
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded it was unanimously voted to adjourn and reconvene back in to the regular meeting at 8:20 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded it was unanimously voted to adjourn and reconvene back in to the regular meeting at 8:20 PM..” (Motion: Greathead)
7.8 Light, Air and Noise By-Law Committee Appointment
Support the continued involvement of Margaret Scarsdale on the Light, Air, and Noise Committee
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Ferolito, it was voted to support the continued involvement of Margaret Scarsdale on the Light, Air, and Noise Committee. Ms. Scarsdale abstained from the vote.
Yes: Ferolito, GreatheadAbstained: ScarsdaleThe minutes say Margaret Scarsdale abstained and record the motion as passed; the other members present are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Ferolito, it was voted to support the continued involvement of Margaret Scarsdale on the Light, Air, and Noise Committee. Ms. Scarsdale abstained from the vote..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Ferolito)
9. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Ferolito, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Greathead and seconded by Ms. Ferolito, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 PM..” (Motion: Greathead, second: Ferolito)
From the Pepperell Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Tony Beattie from his campaign website (Anthony Beattie for Pepperell Selectman); Mark Mathews from the Nashoba Valley Voice / Lowell Sun (April 30, 2021). No photo found for Chuck Walkovich.
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