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Pepperell Select Board
How the Pepperell Select Board voted, from the Select Board’s official minutes. 3 Select Board members elected townwide for three-year terms. After the April 2024 town election (Mark Mathews re-elected), on April 24, 2024 a motion to make Tony Beattie Chair failed 1-2 and the board chose Mark Mathews as Chair 2-1 (Tony Beattie voting no); Tony Beattie was chosen Clerk unanimously. The same three members served all year. Covers 37 meetings, April 24 to May 5, 2025.
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What does the Select Board do? It is the town’s executive board. It prepares the Town Meeting warrant (the list of articles voters decide), appoints members of many town boards, hires the town’s top staff, signs warrants to pay town bills, and grants licenses and permits.
Town Meeting, not the Select Board, votes the town budget and town bylaws.
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Members
Tony BeattieClerk · At-large · at 35 of 37 meetingsChuck WalkovichMember · At-large · at 37 of 37 meetings"At X of Y meetings" counts the members the minutes list as present at the start of each meeting in this record. Members who step out are listed on each meeting page.
Meetings
About missing minutes
Loaded: Pepperell Select Board minutes (the board was called the Board of Selectmen until it voted on July 27, 2020 to rename itself the Select Board) from January 8, 2018 through September 9, 2026: 282 meetings and 1,867 votes. The town’s Agenda Center holds the board’s minutes back to 2014; MassVoter has loaded 2018 on. Six sets of minutes loaded (April 17, December 3 and December 17, 2018; September 12, 2022; June 14 and September 25, 2023) are scanned images, which MassVoter read with text recognition, so quoted words may keep small reading errors; all other minutes are typed documents with searchable text. Joint meetings with other boards (Planning Board, Library Trustees, Finance Committee, North Middlesex Regional School Committee, Board of Health, Board of Assessors and others) are included, but only the Select Board members’ votes are shown; votes the other board took on its own are left out. Not here: executive-session minutes; notices that a meeting was cancelled or that executive-session minutes have not been released; the minutes of Town Meeting itself; meetings with an agenda but no posted minutes (among them January 20, 2022, the joint meetings of February 11 and May 1, 2023, and the joint School Committee appointment meeting of November 5, 2025); and meetings after September 9, 2026 (the September 23 and October 2, 2026 minutes are not posted yet). Pepperell’s minutes give the mover and seconder and usually say “it was unanimously voted” or “The motion carried unanimously,” which is shown as every member present voting yes. When a member voted no or abstained, the minutes usually name that member (“Ms. Ferolito opposed,” “The motion carried 2–1, with Select Board Member Walkovich opposed”); with three members, the others present are then shown voting yes, with a note when the minutes give no count. Where the minutes say only “it was voted” with no count or names, we show the result only (104 votes); where a split count names no one, or a count does not match the members present, we show the count only, with a note (8 votes). Several 2022 minutes say both “unanimously voted” and that a member voted no, or that “All voted nay”; those show the result only, with a note. Members who stepped aside (recused) are not shown as voting. Two sets of minutes leave a member off the attendance list who made or seconded motions (July 16, 2018 and May 4, 2022); that member is counted present, with a note. Some 2018 minutes repeat paragraphs because of the page layout; each vote is counted once. We will ask the town to confirm any noted vote.
Votes where members disagreed
Most board votes are unanimous. These are the ones where at least one member voted no or abstained, newest first.
Apr 23Appoint Sean Dorey to the Planning Board as a…Motion: On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr.…Passed Unanimous, 3 present · see note
April 23, 2025 (Joint meeting): Appoint Sean Dorey to the Planning Board as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 27, 2026
On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Sean Dorey to the Planning Board as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 27, 2026. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Joan Ladik- Aye David Ganong - Aye Sandra Hartnett - Aye Amanda Huntington - Aye
Joint vote of the Select Board and the other board at this joint meeting; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown. The motion was made by Mr. Ganong, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Sean Dorey to the Planning Board as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 27, 2026. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Joan Ladik- Aye David Ganong - Aye Sandra Hartnett - Aye Amanda Huntington - Aye.” (second: Mathews)
Feb 26Authorize a three-year agreement with Andrew MacLean to continue…Motion: Motion to authorize the three-year agreement with Andrew MacLean to continue…Passed 2–1 · No: Beattie
February 26, 2025: Authorize a three-year agreement with Andrew MacLean to continue as Town Administrator (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028)
Motion to authorize the three-year agreement with Andrew MacLean to continue as Pepperell Town Administrator, with the contract beginning on 07/01/2025 and continuing through 06/30/2028 under the terms presented, made by Chuck Walkovich, seconded by Tony Beattie. Motion passed with two in favor, Mark Mathews and Chuck Walkovich, and one opposed, Tony Beattie.
Yes: Mathews, WalkovichNo: Beattie
From the minutes
“Motion to authorize the three-year agreement with Andrew MacLean to continue as Pepperell Town Administrator, with the contract beginning on 07/01/2025 and continuing through 06/30/2028 under the terms presented, made by Chuck Walkovich, seconded by Tony Beattie. Motion passed with two in favor, Mark Mathews and Chuck Walkovich, and one opposed, Tony Beattie..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
Feb 12Appoint Pat Payer to the Lawrence Library Board of…Motion: On a motion made by Ms. Case and seconded by Mr.…Passed Unanimous, 3 present · see note
February 12, 2025 (Joint meeting): Appoint Pat Payer to the Lawrence Library Board of Trustees as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 28, 2025
On a motion made by Ms. Case and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Pat Payer to the Lawrence Library Board of Trustees as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 28, 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Charles Burnham - Aye Carol Case - Aye Emil Diaz - Aye Lyn Warwick - Aye
Joint vote of the Select Board and the other board at this joint meeting; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown. The motion was made by Ms. Case, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Case and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Pat Payer to the Lawrence Library Board of Trustees as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 28, 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Charles Burnham - Aye Carol Case - Aye Emil Diaz - Aye Lyn Warwick - Aye.” (second: Mathews)
Jan 8Appoint Trevor Berens to the Lawrence Library Board of…Motion: On a motion made by Ms. Case and seconded by Mr.…Passed Unanimous, 3 present · see note
January 8, 2025 (Joint meeting): Appoint Trevor Berens to the Lawrence Library Board of Trustees as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 28, 2025
On a motion made by Ms. Case and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Trevor Berens to the Lawrence Library Board of Trustees as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 28, 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Charles Burnham - Aye Carol Case - Aye Emil Diaz - Aye Diane Murphy - Aye Lyn Warwick - Aye
Joint vote of the Select Board and the other board at this joint meeting; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown. The motion was made by Ms. Case, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Case and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Trevor Berens to the Lawrence Library Board of Trustees as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election, April 28, 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Charles Burnham - Aye Carol Case - Aye Emil Diaz - Aye Diane Murphy - Aye Lyn Warwick - Aye.” (second: Mathews)
Dec 11Appoint Carol Ahdab to the Community Preservation Committee with…Motion: Motion: To appoint Carol Ahdab to the Community Preservation Committee with…Passed 2–1 · No: Beattie
December 11, 2024: Appoint Carol Ahdab to the Community Preservation Committee with a term expiring on June 30, 2025
Motion: To appoint Carol Ahdab to the Community Preservation Committee with a term expiring on June 30, 2025. Made by: Tony Beattie Seconded by: Chuck Walkovich The motion passed with a 2-1 vote, with Tony voting against.
Yes: Mathews, WalkovichNo: Beattie
From the minutes
“Motion: To appoint Carol Ahdab to the Community Preservation Committee with a term expiring on June 30, 2025. Made by: Tony Beattie Seconded by: Chuck Walkovich The motion passed with a 2-1 vote, with Tony voting against..” (Motion: Beattie, second: Walkovich)
Dec 11Authorize Select Board member Mark Mathews to notify the…Motion: Motion: To authorize Select Board member Mark Mathews to notify the…Passed 2–1 · No: Beattie
December 11, 2024: Authorize Select Board member Mark Mathews to notify the Town Administrator in writing prior to December 31, 2024, that the Select Board intends to enter into successor contract negotiations with…
Motion: To authorize Select Board member Mark Mathews to notify the Town Administrator in writing prior to December 31, 2024, that the Select Board intends to enter into successor contract negotiations with him. Made by: Chuck Walkovich Seconded by: Tony Beattie The motion passed 2-1, with Tony Beattie voting against.
Yes: Mathews, WalkovichNo: Beattie
From the minutes
“Motion: To authorize Select Board member Mark Mathews to notify the Town Administrator in writing prior to December 31, 2024, that the Select Board intends to enter into successor contract negotiations with him. Made by: Chuck Walkovich Seconded by: Tony Beattie The motion passed 2-1, with Tony Beattie voting against..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
Sep 11Appoint Amanda Huntington to the Planning Board as a…Motion: On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr.…Passed Unanimous, 3 present · see note
September 11, 2024 (Joint meeting): Appoint Amanda Huntington to the Planning Board as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election in 2025
On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Amanda Huntington to the Planning Board as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election in 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Joan Ladik- Aye David Ganong - Aye Brian Keating - Aye 2.3 Associate Member Planning Board Appointment Scott Blackburn, Town Moderator, asked for nominations for this vacant seat.
Joint vote of the Select Board and the other board at this joint meeting; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown. The motion was made by Mr. Ganong, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Amanda Huntington to the Planning Board as a full member and to serve until the next Town Election in 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Joan Ladik- Aye David Ganong - Aye Brian Keating - Aye 2.3 Associate Member Planning Board Appointment Scott Blackburn, Town Moderator, asked for nominations for this vacant seat..” (second: Mathews)
Sep 11Appoint Sandra Hartnett to the Planning Board as an…Motion: On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr.…Passed Unanimous, 3 present · see note
September 11, 2024 (Joint meeting): Appoint Sandra Hartnett to the Planning Board as an associate member and to serve until the next Town Election in 2025
On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Sandra Hartnett to the Planning Board as an associate member and to serve until the next Town Election in 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Joan Ladik- Aye David Ganong - Aye Brian Keating - Aye
Joint vote of the Select Board and the other board at this joint meeting; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown. The motion was made by Mr. Ganong, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Ganong and seconded by Mr. Mathews, it was unanimously voted to appoint Sandra Hartnett to the Planning Board as an associate member and to serve until the next Town Election in 2025. Roll Call Vote: Mark Mathews - Aye Tony Beattie - Aye Chuck Walkovich - Aye Joan Ladik- Aye David Ganong - Aye Brian Keating - Aye.” (second: Mathews)
Aug 7Approve the recommended ARPA spending of $98,105 for the…Motion: Chuck moved to approve the recommended ARPA spending of $98,105 for…Passed 2–1 · No: Beattie
August 7, 2024: Approve the recommended ARPA spending of $98,105 for the capital projects as presented
Chuck moved to approve the recommended ARPA spending of $98,105 for the capital projects as presented. Tony seconded the motion. The motion passed with two votes in favor and one opposed(Tony Beattie).
Yes: Mathews, WalkovichNo: Beattie
From the minutes
“Chuck moved to approve the recommended ARPA spending of $98,105 for the capital projects as presented. Tony seconded the motion. The motion passed with two votes in favor and one opposed(Tony Beattie)..” (Motion: Walkovich, second: Beattie)
Jul 24Accept the consent agenda as presented in the packet…Motion: On a motion made by Mr. Beattie and seconded by Mr.…Passed · see note
July 24, 2024: Accept the consent agenda as presented in the packet except the minutes of February 28, 2024 and June 26, 2024
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 except the minutes of February 28, 2024 and June 26, 2024.
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 except the minutes of February 28, 2024 and June 26, 2024..” (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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