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June 26, 2023
17 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Mark Mathews, Tony Beattie, Chuck Walkovich
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
3. CONSENT AGENDA
Accept the consent agenda as presented in the packet
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was voted to accept the consent agenda as presented in the packet.
The minutes record the result but no count or names.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was voted to accept the consent agenda as presented in the packet..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
4.3 Appointments
Appoint Samuel S Sackey-Hughes to the Zoning Board of Appeals Associate Member with the term to expire on June 30, 2024
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to appoint Samuel S Sackey-Hughes to the Zoning Board of Appeals Associate Member with the term to expire on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to appoint Samuel S Sackey-Hughes to the Zoning Board of Appeals Associate Member with the term to expire on June 30, 2024..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
Appoint Naomi Soden to the Climate Change Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2025
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to appoint Naomi Soden to the Climate Change Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to appoint Naomi Soden to the Climate Change Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2025..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
Appoint Peter March, Amanda Huntington, and Marilyn Tremblay to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term to expire June 30, 2024
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to appoint Peter March, Amanda Huntington, and Marilyn Tremblay to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term to expire June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to appoint Peter March, Amanda Huntington, and Marilyn Tremblay to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term to expire June 30, 2024..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
5. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
Close the public hearing at 7:21PM
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to close the public hearing at 7:21PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to close the public hearing at 7:21PM..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
Approve the Transfer of a Class II License from Gail Ciampa-Spear d/b/a A-1 Auto at 29 South Road, to James Ciampa
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Transfer of a Class II License from Gail Ciampa-Spear d/b/a A-1 Auto at 29 South Road, to James Ciampa.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Transfer of a Class II License from Gail Ciampa-Spear d/b/a A-1 Auto at 29 South Road, to James Ciampa..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
5.2 Annual Committee Re-Appointments
Appoint Renee D'Argento, Brian Keating, and John Ladik to the Affordable Housing Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2024
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was voted to appoint Renee D'Argento, Brian Keating, and John Ladik to the Affordable Housing Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2024. Mr. Beattie - Aye, Mr. Mathews and Mr. Walkovich - Nay. Motion fails.
Yes: BeattieNo: Mathews, Walkovich
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was voted to appoint Renee D'Argento, Brian Keating, and John Ladik to the Affordable Housing Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2024. Mr. Beattie - Aye, Mr. Mathews and Mr. Walkovich - Nay. Motion fails..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
Appoint Brian Keating and John Ladik to the Affordable Housing Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2024
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was voted to appoint Brian Keating and John Ladik to the Affordable Housing Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2024. Mr. Mathews and Mr. Walkovich - Aye, Mr. Beattie - Nay. Motion carries Protected Class Harrassment Assistant Grievance Officer One Year Term-June 30, 2024 Judy Palumbo
Yes: Mathews, WalkovichNo: Beattie
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was voted to appoint Brian Keating and John Ladik to the Affordable Housing Committee with the term to expire on June 30, 2024. Mr. Mathews and Mr. Walkovich - Aye, Mr. Beattie - Nay. Motion carries Protected Class Harrassment Assistant Grievance Officer One Year Term-June 30, 2024 Judy Palumbo.” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Mathews)
Appoint Judy Palumbo to the Protected Class Harassment Assistant Grievance Officer with the term to expire on June 30, 2024
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to appoint Judy Palumbo to the Protected Class Harassment Assistant Grievance Officer with the term to expire on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to appoint Judy Palumbo to the Protected Class Harassment Assistant Grievance Officer with the term to expire on June 30, 2024..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
5.3 Policy Change Request for "Rules & Regulations for Holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses"
Modify the Rules and Regulations for Holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses by replacing section IX.26 in its entirety, with "Attendees of non-member functions may not access the club bar
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to modify the Rules and Regulations for Holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses by replacing section IX.26 in its entirety, with "Attendees of non-member functions may not access the club bar.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to modify the Rules and Regulations for Holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses by replacing section IX.26 in its entirety, with "Attendees of non-member functions may not access the club bar..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
5.4 Committee Changes
Disband the Cable Television, Charter Review, Building, and PFAS Task Force until new charges are set for each or until further notice
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to disband the Cable Television, Charter Review, Building, and PFAS Task Force until new charges are set for each or until further notice.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to disband the Cable Television, Charter Review, Building, and PFAS Task Force until new charges are set for each or until further notice..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
Adjust the Economic Development Advisory Committee membership to five making a quorum of three possible
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to adjust the Economic Development Advisory Committee membership to five making a quorum of three possible.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to adjust the Economic Development Advisory Committee membership to five making a quorum of three possible..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
5.5 Reserve Fund Use and Municipal Relief Transfers
Approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $21,900.00 for the replacement of a commercial stove for the Council on Aging
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $21,900.00 for the replacement of a commercial stove for the Council on Aging.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $21,900.00 for the replacement of a commercial stove for the Council on Aging..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
Approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $41,104.00 to offset the contractual buy out of vacation and sick leave owed to a retiring employee
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $41,104.00 to offset the contractual buy out of vacation and sick leave owed to a retiring employee.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $41,104.00 to offset the contractual buy out of vacation and sick leave owed to a retiring employee..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
Approve the Municipal Relief Transfers totaling $47,330.00 as shown in the table attached to this request
On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Municipal Relief Transfers totaling $47,330.00 as shown in the table attached to this request.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Walkovich and seconded by Mr. Beattie, it was unanimously voted to approve the Municipal Relief Transfers totaling $47,330.00 as shown in the table attached to this request..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
5.6 Town Meeting Article Recommendation
Recommend the use of Town Reserves in the amount of $710,338.00 to provide funding for the fiscal year 2024 General Fund budget
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to recommend the use of Town Reserves in the amount of $710,338.00 to provide funding for the fiscal year 2024 General Fund budget.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to recommend the use of Town Reserves in the amount of $710,338.00 to provide funding for the fiscal year 2024 General Fund budget..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
8. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:47 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr. Walkovich, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:47 PM..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
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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