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22 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
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Present: Barry Berman, Dan Ensminger, John Halsey, Andrew Friedmann, Vanessa Alvarado
Absent: None
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and that the Chair declare that an opening meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of...
Ms. Alvarado moved that the Board go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and that the Chair declare that an opening meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the body, and to return to open session at approximately 7: 00 PM. The motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with the following roll call vote: Berman - Yes Alvarado - Yes Friedmann - Yes Ensminger - Yes
Yes: Alvarado, Berman, Ensminger, FriedmannThe roll call does not list John Halsey, who was at the meeting, so that member is left out of this vote.
“Ms. Alvarado moved that the Board go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and that the Chair declare that an opening meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the body, and to return to open session at approximately 7: 00 PM. The motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with the following roll call vote: Berman - Yes Alvarado - Yes Friedmann - Yes Ensminger - Yes.” (Motion: Alvarado, second: Friedmann)
Release the prepared statement without the last two sentences
The board then voted with a motion by Mr. Friedmann and a second by Mr. Ensminger to release the prepared statement without the last two sentences. The motion passed with a 5- 0- 0 vote.
“The board then voted with a motion by Mr. Friedmann and a second by Mr. Ensminger to release the prepared statement without the last two sentences. The motion passed with a 5- 0- 0 vote..” (Motion: Friedmann, second: Ensminger)
Reappoint Sharon Angstrom to Town Accountant with a term expiring June 30`', 2019
Mr. Ensminger moved that the board reappoint Sharon Angstrom to Town Accountant with a term expiring June 30`', 2019. Mr. Halsey seconded the motion and it passed with a 5- 0- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger moved that the board reappoint Sharon Angstrom to Town Accountant with a term expiring June 30`', 2019. Mr. Halsey seconded the motion and it passed with a 5- 0- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Halsey)
Award Robert Lee a certificate of appreciation for his efforts to give back to the town
Mr. Ensminger moved that the Select Board award Robert Lee a certificate of appreciation for his efforts to give back to the town. The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 5- 0- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger moved that the Select Board award Robert Lee a certificate of appreciation for his efforts to give back to the town. The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 5- 0- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Alvarado)
Close the hearing on the FY19 Classification Plan
Mr. Ensminger moved that the Board close the hearing on the FY19 Classification Plan, the motion was seconded by Mr. Halsey and approved with a 5- 0- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger moved that the Board close the hearing on the FY19 Classification Plan, the motion was seconded by Mr. Halsey and approved with a 5- 0- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Halsey)
Approve the FY19 Classification Plan as presented
Mr. Ensminger moved that the Board approve the FY19 Classification Plan as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Halsey and approved with a 5- 0- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger moved that the Board approve the FY19 Classification Plan as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Halsey and approved with a 5- 0- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Halsey)
Authorize the Town Manager to expend up to 20, 000 for a Comcast franchise and PEG fee audit with a 2 year look back, where the first dollars of the new cable contract revenues will be used to...
Mr. Ensminger made a motion to authorize the Town Manager to expend up to 20, 000 for a Comcast franchise and PEG fee audit with a 2 year look back, where the first dollars of the new cable contract revenues will be used to repay the cost of the audit. The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 4- 1 vote with Friedmann opposing.
Yes: Alvarado, Berman, Ensminger, HalseyNo: Friedmann
“Mr. Ensminger made a motion to authorize the Town Manager to expend up to 20, 000 for a Comcast franchise and PEG fee audit with a 2 year look back, where the first dollars of the new cable contract revenues will be used to repay the cost of the audit. The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 4- 1 vote with Friedmann opposing..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Alvarado)
Appoint the following people: Richard Robbins to a term on the Animal Control Appeals Committee expiring on 6/ 30/ 2021 Joyce Gould to an associate term on the Animal Control Appeals Committee...
Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint the following people: Richard Robbins to a term on the Animal Control Appeals Committee expiring on 6/ 30/ 2021 Joyce Gould to an associate term on the Animal Control Appeals Committee expiring on 6/ 30/ 2020 Stephen Herrick to a term on the Audit Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Michael Golden to a term on the Board of Assessors expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Brendan Zarechian to a term on the Board of Assessors expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Virginia Blodgett to a term on the Board of Cemetery Trustees expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 William Brown to a term on the Board of Cemetery Trustees expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Gloria Hulse to a term on the Board of Registrars expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Kurt Habel to a term on the Celebration Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Gretchen t.atowsky to a term on the Climate Advisory Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Ray Porter to a term on the Climate Advisory Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Gina Snyder to an associate term on the Climate Advisory Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Neil Cohen to a term on the Commissioners of Trust Funds expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Rachel Hitch to a term on the CPDC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Pamela Adrian to a term on the CPDC expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 James Maughan to an associate term on the CPDC expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 ( Note: this was later determined to be an Invalid vote because CPDC only has 1 associate by Charter.) The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and it passed with a 5- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint the following people: Richard Robbins to a term on the Animal Control Appeals Committee expiring on 6/ 30/ 2021 Joyce Gould to an associate term on the Animal Control Appeals Committee expiring on 6/ 30/ 2020 Stephen Herrick to a term on the Audit Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Michael Golden to a term on the Board of Assessors expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Brendan Zarechian to a term on the Board of Assessors expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Virginia Blodgett to a term on the Board of Cemetery Trustees expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 William Brown to a term on the Board of Cemetery Trustees expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Gloria Hulse to a term on the Board of Registrars expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Kurt Habel to a term on the Celebration Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Gretchen t.atowsky to a term on the Climate Advisory Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Ray Porter to a term on the Climate Advisory Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Gina Snyder to an associate term on the Climate Advisory Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Neil Cohen to a term on the Commissioners of Trust Funds expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Rachel Hitch to a term on the CPDC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Pamela Adrian to a term on the CPDC expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 James Maughan to an associate term on the CPDC expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 ( Note: this was later determined to be an Invalid vote because CPDC only has 1 associate by Charter.) The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and it passed with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Alvarado)
Appoint the following people: Carl Saccone to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Michael Flynn to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 David Neumeyer...
Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint the following people: Carl Saccone to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Michael Flynn to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 David Neumeyer to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Thomas Freeman to a term on the Constables expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Thomas Crowley to a term on the Constables expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Margaret Havey to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Thomas Procopio to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Marilyn Shapleigh to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Jolyn Ek to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Deborah Small to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Pooja Parsons to an associate term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Barbara Carney to an associate term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Virginia Adams to a term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Priscilla Poehler to a term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Amelia Freedman to an associate term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Pino D' Orazio to an associate term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Sharlene Reynolds Santo to a term on the Historical Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Virginia Adams to an associate term on the Historical Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Ping D' Orazio to an associate term on the Historic
“Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint the following people: Carl Saccone to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Michael Flynn to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 David Neumeyer to a term on the Conservation Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Thomas Freeman to a term on the Constables expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Thomas Crowley to a term on the Constables expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Margaret Havey to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Thomas Procopio to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Marilyn Shapleigh to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Jolyn Ek to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Deborah Small to a term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Pooja Parsons to an associate term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Barbara Carney to an associate term on the Council on Aging expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Virginia Adams to a term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Priscilla Poehler to a term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Amelia Freedman to an associate term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Pino D' Orazio to an associate term on the Historic District Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Sharlene Reynolds Santo to a term on the Historical Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Virginia Adams to an associate term on the Historical Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Ping D' Orazio to an associate term on the Historical Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Amelia Freedman to an associate term on the Historical Commission expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Bea Perkins to a term on the Housing Authority.expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Charles Adams to a term on the Housing Authority expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and it passed with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Alvarado)
Appoint the following people: Joshua Goldlust to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Susan Gaskell to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 all Kerri Riley to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2019...
Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint the following people: Joshua Goldlust to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Susan Gaskell to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 all Kerri Riley to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Stephen Crook to a term on the RCN Board of Directors expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Chris Cridler to a term on the RCN Board of Directors expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 John Parks to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Daniel Foley to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Emily Sisson to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Eric Gaffen to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Mary Ellen Killion to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Catherine Kaminer to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Patrick Sheeran to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Michael Cohen to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Richard Wetzler to a term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Kurt Habel to a term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Michael Bourque to an associate term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Daniel Ford to an associate term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Thomas Gardiner to a term on the Trails Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Jean Jacobs to a term on the Trails Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Kathy Kelly to a term on the Trails Com
“Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint the following people: Joshua Goldlust to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Susan Gaskell to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 all Kerri Riley to a term on HRAC expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Stephen Crook to a term on the RCN Board of Directors expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Chris Cridler to a term on the RCN Board of Directors expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 John Parks to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Daniel Foley to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Emily Sisson to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Eric Gaffen to a term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Mary Ellen Killion to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Catherine Kaminer to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Patrick Sheeran to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Michael Cohen to an associate term on the Recreation Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Richard Wetzler to a term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Kurt Habel to a term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Michael Bourque to an associate term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Daniel Ford to an associate term on the Town Forest Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Thomas Gardiner to a term on the Trails Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Jean Jacobs to a term on the Trails Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Kathy Kelly to a term on the Trails Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 John Parsons to an associate term on the Trails Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Benjamin Ream to an associate term on the Trails Committee expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Robert Redfern to a term on the ZBA expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Nick Pernice to a term on the ZBA expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Erik Hagstrom to a term on the ZBA expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 Kyle Tornow to an associate term on the ZBA expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 Ms. Alvarado seconded the motion and it passed with a 5- 0- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Alvarado)
Appoint Heidi Pfeifer (associate member) and Emmy Dove to the Board of Health, as amended
Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint Heidi Pfiefer and Emmy Dove to associate members on the Board of Health with terms expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 and 6/ 30/ 2020 respectively. Ms. Alvarado made a motion to amend and appoint Emmy Dove to a full membership on the Board of Health with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021. The amendment was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and approved with a 5- 0 vote. The main motion appointing Ms. Pfeifer and Ms. Dove was approved by a 5- 0 vote.
The main motion, as amended, “was approved by a 5- 0 vote”; the minutes do not name a seconder.
“Mr. Ensminger made a motion to appoint Heidi Pfiefer and Emmy Dove to associate members on the Board of Health with terms expiring 6/ 30/ 2019 and 6/ 30/ 2020 respectively. Ms. Alvarado made a motion to amend and appoint Emmy Dove to a full membership on the Board of Health with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021. The amendment was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and approved with a 5- 0 vote. The main motion appointing Ms. Pfeifer and Ms. Dove was approved by a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger)
Amend the Board of Health appointments to make Emmy Dove a full member (term to June 30, 2021)
Ms. Alvarado made a motion to amend and appoint Emmy Dove to a full membership on the Board of Health with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021. The amendment was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and approved with a 5- 0 vote.
“Ms. Alvarado made a motion to amend and appoint Emmy Dove to a full membership on the Board of Health with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021. The amendment was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and approved with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Alvarado, second: Ensminger)
Appoint the following to the Cultural Council: Brian Kimerer with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Maryann Kozlowski with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Jane Soloway with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Megan...
Mr. Ensminger moved that the board appoint the following to the Cultural Council: Brian Kimerer with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Maryann Kozlowski with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Jane Soloway with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Megan Fidler- Carey with an associate term expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 4- 0 vote.
Yes: Alvarado, Berman, Ensminger, HalseyThe minutes say “Mr. Friemdmann excused himself for the vote on the Cultural Council due to a potential conflict of interest.” Andrew Friedmann is not shown voting; the count (4-0) matches the other members present, who are shown voting yes.
“Mr. Ensminger moved that the board appoint the following to the Cultural Council: Brian Kimerer with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Maryann Kozlowski with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Jane Soloway with a term expiring 6/ 30/ 2021 Megan Fidler- Carey with an associate term expiring 6/ 30/ 2020 The motion was seconded by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 4- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Alvarado)
Close nominations for Chair (Andrew Friedmann and John Halsey nominated)
Mr. Ensminger made a motion to close nominations for Chair, the motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with a 5- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger made a motion to close nominations for Chair, the motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Friedmann)
Choose the Chair: show of hands for Andrew Friedmann or John Halsey (first round)
Mr. LeLacheur asked for a show of hands who votes for Mr. Friedmann to be chair. He received two votes, Alvarado and Friedmann. Mr. LeLacheur asked for a show of hands who votes for Mr. Halsey to be chair. He received two votes, Ensminger and Halsey.
Choice between two members, by show of hands: Andrew Friedmann received two votes (Alvarado and Friedmann) and John Halsey two votes (Ensminger and Halsey); the minutes say Mr. Berman did not vote. No one was chosen. Showing the result only.
“Mr. LeLacheur asked for a show of hands who votes for Mr. Friedmann to be chair. He received two votes, Alvarado and Friedmann. Mr. LeLacheur asked for a show of hands who votes for Mr. Halsey to be chair. He received two votes, Ensminger and Halsey..”
Reconsider the vote for Chair (after a 2-2 show of hands)
Ms. Alvarado made a motion to reconsider the vote for Chair, the motion was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and passed with a 5- 0 vote.
“Ms. Alvarado made a motion to reconsider the vote for Chair, the motion was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and passed with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Alvarado, second: Ensminger)
Choose Andrew Friedmann as Chair (second round, 3 votes to 2 for John Halsey)
Mr. LeLacheur again asked who votes for Mr. Friedmann for Chair. He received 3 votes this time. Mr. LeLacheur asked who votes for Mr. Halsey to be Chair. He received 2 votes again.
Choice between two members after the vote was reconsidered: “Mr. Friedmann … received 3 votes this time” and Mr. Halsey “received 2 votes again.” The minutes do not say who voted for whom. Showing the result only.
“Mr. LeLacheur again asked who votes for Mr. Friedmann for Chair. He received 3 votes this time. Mr. LeLacheur asked who votes for Mr. Halsey to be Chair. He received 2 votes again..” (Motion: Alvarado)
Choose Barry Berman as Vice Chair (3 votes to 2 for John Halsey)
Mr. LeLacheur asked who votes for Mr. Berman for Vice Chair. He received 3 votes. Mr. LeLacheur asked who votes for Mr. Halsey for Vice Chair. He received 2 votes.
Choice between two members: Mr. Berman “received 3 votes” and Mr. Halsey “received 2 votes.” The minutes do not say who voted for whom. Showing the result only.
“Mr. LeLacheur asked who votes for Mr. Berman for Vice Chair. He received 3 votes. Mr. LeLacheur asked who votes for Mr. Halsey for Vice Chair. He received 2 votes..” (Motion: Alvarado, second: Friedmann)
Choose Vanessa Alvarado as Secretary
Mr. Berman nominated Vanessa Alvarado for Secretary. The motion was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and passed with a 5- 0 vote.
“Mr. Berman nominated Vanessa Alvarado for Secretary. The motion was seconded by Mr. Ensminger and passed with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Berman, second: Ensminger)
Approve the meeting minutes of May 15", 2018 as amended
Mr. Ensminger moved that the board approve the meeting minutes of May 15", 2018 as amended. The motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with a 5- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger moved that the board approve the meeting minutes of May 15", 2018 as amended. The motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Friedmann)
Approved the meeting minutes of May 29, 2018
Mr. Ensminger moved that the Board approved the meeting minutes of May 29, 2018. The motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with a 5- 0 vote.
“Mr. Ensminger moved that the Board approved the meeting minutes of May 29, 2018. The motion was seconded by Mr. Friedmann and approved with a 5- 0 vote..” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Friedmann)
Adjourn
Mr. Ensminger made a motion to adjourn at 11: 20 JIM, second by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 5- 0 vote. cage 19
“Mr. Ensminger made a motion to adjourn at 11: 20 JIM, second by Ms. Alvarado and approved with a 5- 0 vote. cage 19.” (Motion: Ensminger, second: Alvarado)
From the Reading Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Public Records Archive (Minutes > Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Reading Patch candidate profiles, courtesy of the candidates (Melissa Murphy, Karen Gately Herrick, Chris Haley), and The Reading Post candidacy announcements (Karen Rose-Gillis, Sal Bramante). The town’s website has no member photos.
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