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March 20, 2025
19 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Eric Johnson, Jeff Waldron, Paul DeRensis, Marian Neutra, Steven L. Tsai
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session and return to Open Session at 7:00 PM
Motion: Move to enter into Executive Session and return to Open Session at 7:00 PM Moved: Jeff Waldron Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: DeRensis, aye, Neutra, Aye, Waldron, Aye, Tsai, aye
Yes: DeRensis, Neutra, Tsai, WaldronThe roll call does not list Eric Johnson, who was at the meeting, so that member is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to enter into Executive Session and return to Open Session at 7:00 PM Moved: Jeff Waldron Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: DeRensis, aye, Neutra, Aye, Waldron, Aye, Tsai, aye.” (Motion: Waldron, second: Neutra)
Approve the Agenda as amended
Motion: Move to approve the Agenda as amended. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to approve the Agenda as amended. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Neutra)
Continuation of Hearing from January 9, January 23, and February 6th, 2025, SB
Continue the hearing until April 17, 2025, Select Board meeting
Motion: Move to continue the hearing until April 17, 2025, Select Board meeting. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to continue the hearing until April 17, 2025, Select Board meeting. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Tsai)
Consideration of Appointments
Appoint Bethany Napoli to the Sherborn Arts Council for a term to expire on March 20, 2028
Motion: Move to appoint Bethany Napoli to the Sherborn Arts Council for a term to expire on March 20, 2028. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to appoint Bethany Napoli to the Sherborn Arts Council for a term to expire on March 20, 2028. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Neutra)
Metropolitan Area Planning Council - Marian Neutra
Reappoint Marian Neutra to the Metropolitan Area Planning Council as an Alternative Representative for a term to expire June 15, 2028
Motion: Move to reappoint Marian Neutra to the Metropolitan Area Planning Council as an Alternative Representative for a term to expire June 15, 2028. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to reappoint Marian Neutra to the Metropolitan Area Planning Council as an Alternative Representative for a term to expire June 15, 2028. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Waldron)
Consideration of Acceptance of Donation & Grant
Accept the donation of two (2) $500 gift cards to the Fireside Tavern from an anonymous donor which will be used to offset future expenses for training sessions
Motion: Move to accept the donation of two (2) $500 gift cards to the Fireside Tavern from an anonymous donor which will be used to offset future expenses for training sessions. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to accept the donation of two (2) $500 gift cards to the Fireside Tavern from an anonymous donor which will be used to offset future expenses for training sessions. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Waldron)
Accept a grant from the MA Department of Fire services in the amount of $12,500 for the purchase of equipment as listed
Motion: Move to accept a grant from the MA Department of Fire services in the amount of $12,500 for the purchase of equipment as listed. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to accept a grant from the MA Department of Fire services in the amount of $12,500 for the purchase of equipment as listed. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Waldron)
Review and Update on Pine Hill School HVAC Project
Authorize a $75,000 Reserve Fund Transfer for the Pine Hill School HVAC Project pending approval from the Advisory Committee
Motion: Move to authorize a $75,000 Reserve Fund Transfer for the Pine Hill School HVAC Project pending approval from the Advisory Committee. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to authorize a $75,000 Reserve Fund Transfer for the Pine Hill School HVAC Project pending approval from the Advisory Committee. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Waldron)
DPW: Roadway Management & Proposed 2025 Roadwork - DPW Director Sean
Allow the Town Administrator to issue a notice to proceed and the DPW Director to begin the Chapter 90 approval paperwork to reclaim and rebuild the following roadways: Wildwood Drive, Bear Hill...
Motion: Move to allow the Town Administrator to issue a notice to proceed and the DPW Director to begin the Chapter 90 approval paperwork to reclaim and rebuild the following roadways: Wildwood Drive, Bear Hill Road, and Harrington Ridge Road between Bear Hill and Wildwood Drive for a total cost of $686,600. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to allow the Town Administrator to issue a notice to proceed and the DPW Director to begin the Chapter 90 approval paperwork to reclaim and rebuild the following roadways: Wildwood Drive, Bear Hill Road, and Harrington Ridge Road between Bear Hill and Wildwood Drive for a total cost of $686,600. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Neutra)
Support the Roadway Management capital project in the amount of $350,000
Motion: Move to support the Roadway Management capital project in the amount of $350,000. Moved: Steven Tsai Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to support the Roadway Management capital project in the amount of $350,000. Moved: Steven Tsai Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: Tsai, second: Waldron)
Support the Library Space Fit out for the Sherborn History Center & capital project in the amount of $600,000
Motion: Move to support the Library Space Fit out for the Sherborn History Center & capital project in the amount of $600,000. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to support the Library Space Fit out for the Sherborn History Center & capital project in the amount of $600,000. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Tsai)
Review of 2025 ATM Warrant and Articles (including opening & closing)
Open the Warrant
Motion: Move to open the Warrant. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to open the Warrant. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Tsai)
Add a separate article for The Regional School Capital Expense - Turf Field/Track/Fencing
Motion: Move to add a separate article for The Regional School Capital Expense - Turf Field/Track/Fencing. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to add a separate article for The Regional School Capital Expense - Turf Field/Track/Fencing. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Tsai)
Withdraw Personal Property Tax Exemption article
Motion: Move to withdraw Personal Property Tax Exemption article. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to withdraw Personal Property Tax Exemption article. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Steven Tsai Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Tsai)
Support the Miscellaneous Zoning Bylaw Updates article
Motion: Move to support the Miscellaneous Zoning Bylaw Updates article. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to support the Miscellaneous Zoning Bylaw Updates article. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Neutra)
Support MBTA 3A Zoning article
Motion: Move to support MBTA 3A Zoning article. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to support MBTA 3A Zoning article. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Marian Neutra Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Neutra)
Support reduction of spending limit for Parks & Recreation Revolving Fund
Motion: Move to support reduction of spending limit for Parks & Recreation Revolving Fund. Moved: Steven Tsai Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - nay
Yes: Johnson, Neutra, Tsai, WaldronNo: DeRensis
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to support reduction of spending limit for Parks & Recreation Revolving Fund. Moved: Steven Tsai Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - nay.” (Motion: Tsai, second: Waldron)
Close the Warrant
Motion: Move to close the Warrant. Moved: Steven Tsai Second: Paul DeRensis Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to close the Warrant. Moved: Steven Tsai Second: Paul DeRensis Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: Tsai, second: DeRensis)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Consent Agenda
Motion: Move to approve the Consent Agenda. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to approve the Consent Agenda. Moved: Paul DeRensis Second: Jeffrey Waldron Roll Call: Waldron - aye; Tsai - aye; Neutra - aye, Johnson - aye; DeRensis - aye.” (Motion: DeRensis, second: Waldron)
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