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December 3, 2024
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Carlo Bacci, Karen Gately Herrick, Chris Haley, Mark Dockser, Melissa Murphy
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Carlo Bacci took part remotely.
- Karen Gately Herrick took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
Authorize Human Resources Director Sean Donahue to collect all the reviews and compile them
Herrick moved to authorize Human Resources Director Sean Donahue to collect all the reviews and compile them. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Herrick moved to authorize Human Resources Director Sean Donahue to collect all the reviews and compile them. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Herrick, second: Murphy)
Solicit feedback from: Superintendent Dr. Milachewski, Library Director Amy Lannon, Town Accountant Sharon Angstrom, Town Clerk Laura Gemme, Police Chief Clark, Assistant Town Manager Jayne...
Haley moved to solicit feedback from: Superintendent Dr. Milachewski, Library Director Amy Lannon, Town Accountant Sharon Angstrom, Town Clerk Laura Gemme, Police Chief Clark, Assistant Town Manager Jayne Wellman, and Public Services Director Jenna Wood. These reviews will be anonymous. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to solicit feedback from: Superintendent Dr. Milachewski, Library Director Amy Lannon, Town Accountant Sharon Angstrom, Town Clerk Laura Gemme, Police Chief Clark, Assistant Town Manager Jayne Wellman, and Public Services Director Jenna Wood. These reviews will be anonymous. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Dockser)
Close the hearing regarding Safety Amendments 2024-10 and 2024- 11
Haley moved to close the hearing regarding Safety Amendments 2024-10 and 2024- 11. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to close the hearing regarding Safety Amendments 2024-10 and 2024- 11. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Dockser)
Approve Safety Amendment 2024- 10 to the Traffic and Parking Regulations as presented
Haley moved to approve Safety Amendment 2024- 10 to the Traffic and Parking Regulations as presented. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to approve Safety Amendment 2024- 10 to the Traffic and Parking Regulations as presented. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Dockser)
Approve Safety Amendment 2024- 11 to the Traffic and Parking Regulations as presented
Haley moved to approve Safety Amendment 2024- 11 to the Traffic and Parking Regulations as presented. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to approve Safety Amendment 2024- 11 to the Traffic and Parking Regulations as presented. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Dockser)
Approve the driveway waiver request submitted for 264 Ash Street as presented
Haley moved to approve the driveway waiver request submitted for 264 Ash Street as presented. The motion was seconded by Herrick and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to approve the driveway waiver request submitted for 264 Ash Street as presented. The motion was seconded by Herrick and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Herrick)
Approve the second water meter pilot program as presented
Haley moved to approve the second water meter pilot program as presented. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with the following roll call vote: Murphy - yes; Herrick - no; Haley - yes; Dockser - no; Bacci - yes.
Yes: Bacci, Haley, MurphyNo: Dockser, Herrick
From the minutes
“Haley moved to approve the second water meter pilot program as presented. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with the following roll call vote: Murphy - yes; Herrick - no; Haley - yes; Dockser - no; Bacci - yes..” (Motion: Haley, second: Murphy)
Declare the Fire Department' s 2009 Ford Escape as surplus
Haley moved to declare the Fire Department' s 2009 Ford Escape as surplus. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to declare the Fire Department' s 2009 Ford Escape as surplus. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Dockser)
Renew the All -Alcoholic Package Store Liquor Licenses for: Nilkant 350 Inc. d/ b/ a City Wine Spirits & Smoke Shop, 345 Main Street Raksha, Inc. d/ b/ a Square Liquors, 13 High Street Jay and...
Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All -Alcoholic Package Store Liquor Licenses for: Nilkant 350 Inc. d/ b/ a City Wine Spirits & Smoke Shop, 345 Main Street Raksha, Inc. d/ b/ a Square Liquors, 13 High Street Jay and Ricky, Inc. d/ b/ a Reading Liquors, 214 Main Street Anastasi Brookline Inc. d/ b/ a Reading Fine Wine and Spirits, 25 Walkers Brook Drive Kajal and Kevin LLC d/ b/ a The Liquor Junction, One General Way for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All -Alcoholic Package Store Liquor Licenses for: Nilkant 350 Inc. d/ b/ a City Wine Spirits & Smoke Shop, 345 Main Street Raksha, Inc. d/ b/ a Square Liquors, 13 High Street Jay and Ricky, Inc. d/ b/ a Reading Liquors, 214 Main Street Anastasi Brookline Inc. d/ b/ a Reading Fine Wine and Spirits, 25 Walkers Brook Drive Kajal and Kevin LLC d/ b/ a The Liquor Junction, One General Way for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Murphy)
Renew the All -Alcoholic Club Liquor Licenses for: Meadow Brook Golf Corp. of Reading, MA d/ b/ a Meadow Brook Golf Club, 292 Grove Street Home Building Corp. d/ b/ a Knights of Columbus, 11...
Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All -Alcoholic Club Liquor Licenses for: Meadow Brook Golf Corp. of Reading, MA d/ b/ a Meadow Brook Golf Club, 292 Grove Street Home Building Corp. d/ b/ a Knights of Columbus, 11 Sanborn Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All -Alcoholic Club Liquor Licenses for: Meadow Brook Golf Corp. of Reading, MA d/ b/ a Meadow Brook Golf Club, 292 Grove Street Home Building Corp. d/ b/ a Knights of Columbus, 11 Sanborn Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Murphy)
Renew the All -Alcoholic Veteran Club Liquor Licenses for: Reading Veterans' Association, Inc, d/ b/ a American Legion Post 62, 37 Ash Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the...
Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All -Alcoholic Veteran Club Liquor Licenses for: Reading Veterans' Association, Inc, d/ b/ a American Legion Post 62, 37 Ash Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All -Alcoholic Veteran Club Liquor Licenses for: Reading Veterans' Association, Inc, d/ b/ a American Legion Post 62, 37 Ash Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Murphy)
Renew the All Alcoholic Restaurant Liquor Licenses for: Anthony' s Coal Fired Pizza of Reading LLC d/ b/ a Anthony' s Coal Fired Pizza, 48 Walkers Brook Drive Mecom, Inc. d/ b/ a Cafe Capri, 355...
Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All Alcoholic Restaurant Liquor Licenses for: Anthony' s Coal Fired Pizza of Reading LLC d/ b/ a Anthony' s Coal Fired Pizza, 48 Walkers Brook Drive Mecom, Inc. d/ b/ a Cafe Capri, 355 Main Street CAC Foods, Inc. d/ b/ a Venetian Moon Restaurant, 680 Main Street Pepper Dining Inc. d/ b/ a Chili' s Grill & Bar, 70 Walkers Brook Drive HJB Restaurant Company LLC d/ b/ a Fuddruckers, 50 Walkers Brook Drive RARE Hospitality International, Inc. d/ b/ a Longhorn Steak House, 39 Walkers Brook Drive Boston Foods Inc. d/ b/ a Zucca Italian Restaurant and Bar, 601 Main Street The VI Incorp. d/ b/ a Public Kitchen, 530 Main Street KOK, Inc. d/ b/ a Oye' s, 26 Walkers Brook Drive Bistro Concepts, Inc. d/ b/ a Fusilli' s Cucina, 107 Main Street RKR Corporation d/ b/ a Bunratty Tavern, 620- 622 Main Street Mandarin Reading Inc, d/ b/ a Mandarin Reading Restaurant at 296 Salem Street Reading Foods LLC d/ b/ a Half & Half at 607 Main Street PARC LLC d/ a/ a POST 1917 at 136 Haven Street Bertuccis Restaurant Corp, d/ b/ a Bertucci' s Brick Oven Ristorante at 45 Walkers Brook Drive for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved that the Select Board renew the All Alcoholic Restaurant Liquor Licenses for: Anthony' s Coal Fired Pizza of Reading LLC d/ b/ a Anthony' s Coal Fired Pizza, 48 Walkers Brook Drive Mecom, Inc. d/ b/ a Cafe Capri, 355 Main Street CAC Foods, Inc. d/ b/ a Venetian Moon Restaurant, 680 Main Street Pepper Dining Inc. d/ b/ a Chili' s Grill & Bar, 70 Walkers Brook Drive HJB Restaurant Company LLC d/ b/ a Fuddruckers, 50 Walkers Brook Drive RARE Hospitality International, Inc. d/ b/ a Longhorn Steak House, 39 Walkers Brook Drive Boston Foods Inc. d/ b/ a Zucca Italian Restaurant and Bar, 601 Main Street The VI Incorp. d/ b/ a Public Kitchen, 530 Main Street KOK, Inc. d/ b/ a Oye' s, 26 Walkers Brook Drive Bistro Concepts, Inc. d/ b/ a Fusilli' s Cucina, 107 Main Street RKR Corporation d/ b/ a Bunratty Tavern, 620- 622 Main Street Mandarin Reading Inc, d/ b/ a Mandarin Reading Restaurant at 296 Salem Street Reading Foods LLC d/ b/ a Half & Half at 607 Main Street PARC LLC d/ a/ a POST 1917 at 136 Haven Street Bertuccis Restaurant Corp, d/ b/ a Bertucci' s Brick Oven Ristorante at 45 Walkers Brook Drive for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Murphy)
Renew the Wine and Malt Restaurant Liquor License for: Palatat Pattenesuan d/ b/ a Bangkok Spice Thai Restaurant, 76 Haven Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following...
Haley moved that the Select Board renew the Wine and Malt Restaurant Liquor License for: Palatat Pattenesuan d/ b/ a Bangkok Spice Thai Restaurant, 76 Haven Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved that the Select Board renew the Wine and Malt Restaurant Liquor License for: Palatat Pattenesuan d/ b/ a Bangkok Spice Thai Restaurant, 76 Haven Street for a term expiring December 31, 2025 subject to the following conditions: All Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Town of Reading and of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall be followed, and subject to a satisfactory inspection of the establishment by the Town Manager or his designee. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Murphy)
Approve the amendments to the Select Board Policy in Section 1. 5 as amended
Haley moved to approve the amendments to the Select Board Policy in Section 1. 5 as amended. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to approve the amendments to the Select Board Policy in Section 1. 5 as amended. The motion was seconded by Murphy and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Murphy)
Enter executive session at 10: 37, under Purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law to discuss strategy with respect to litigation involving (1) Davenport v
Haley moved to enter executive session at 10: 37, under Purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law to discuss strategy with respect to litigation involving (1) Davenport v. Town of Reading, and ( 2) Town of Reading v. Delphi Construction, as the Chair declares that an open session will have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town in both matters, to invite Town Counsel Ivria Fried and Ethan Dively, Town Manager Matthew Kraunelis, and Executive Assistant Caitlin Nocella in to the executive session for all matters and Chief Clark for Delphi Construction only, and to adjourn from executive session, not to return to open session. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Haley moved to enter executive session at 10: 37, under Purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law to discuss strategy with respect to litigation involving (1) Davenport v. Town of Reading, and ( 2) Town of Reading v. Delphi Construction, as the Chair declares that an open session will have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town in both matters, to invite Town Counsel Ivria Fried and Ethan Dively, Town Manager Matthew Kraunelis, and Executive Assistant Caitlin Nocella in to the executive session for all matters and Chief Clark for Delphi Construction only, and to adjourn from executive session, not to return to open session. The motion was seconded by Dockser and approved with a unanimous roll call vote..” (Motion: Haley, second: Dockser)
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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