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March 15, 2022
17 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: Raymie Parker took part remotely.
Present: Heidi Bilbo, George Seibold, David Pignone, Shelly MacNeill, Raymie Parker
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open Meeting
Hear agenda items 6 and 7
Pignone moved to hear agenda items 6 and 7. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“Pignone moved to hear agenda items 6 and 7. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: Pignone, second: Seibold)
Façade Program Waiver - Kennedy's Café Director of Planning and Community Development Erin
Approve the waiver request
Seibold moved to approve the waiver request. Pignone seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“Seibold moved to approve the waiver request. Pignone seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: Seibold, second: Pignone)
MBTA Communities Briefing Wortman provided a brief overview of the MBTA Communities Program
Return to agenda item 4
Seibold moved to return to agenda item 4. Pignone seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“Seibold moved to return to agenda item 4. Pignone seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: Seibold, second: Pignone)
Site Plan Hearing
Approve the Site Plan including all foo the conditions in the Department Review
Seibold moved to approve the Site Plan including all foo the conditions in the Department Review. MacNeill seconded the motion. Resident Anthony Wilson asked for clarification that the Site Plan being voted on is for one building only as the entire property is appropriate for commercial use. Houghton stated that it is not the owner's plan to leave the tuxedo building out of the future mixed use planning. He stated that he will need to return for zoning changes and approval by other boards and committees. He stated that this site plan allows his client to use on building. MacNeill stated that the Board cannot deny an allowed use and they have to vote on the use that is before them, not future uses. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“Seibold moved to approve the Site Plan including all foo the conditions in the Department Review. MacNeill seconded the motion. Resident Anthony Wilson asked for clarification that the Site Plan being voted on is for one building only as the entire property is appropriate for commercial use. Houghton stated that it is not the owner's plan to leave the tuxedo building out of the future mixed use planning. He stated that he will need to return for zoning changes and approval by other boards and committees. He stated that this site plan allows his client to use on building. MacNeill stated that the Board cannot deny an allowed use and they have to vote on the use that is before them, not future uses. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: Seibold, second: MacNeill)
Continue the hearing to 4/12/22 at 7:00 p.m
MacNeill moved to continue the hearing to 4/12/22 at 7:00 p.m. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to continue the hearing to 4/12/22 at 7:00 p.m. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Hear agenda item 14 and to enter into the Liquor License Authority to return to the Select Board
MacNeill moved to hear agenda item 14 and to enter into the Liquor License Authority to return to the Select Board. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to hear agenda item 14 and to enter into the Liquor License Authority to return to the Select Board. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Change of Manager - Gaetano's Restaurant - 271 Main Street
Approve the change of manager
Seibold moved to approve the change of manager. MacNeill seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“Seibold moved to approve the change of manager. MacNeill seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: Seibold, second: MacNeill)
Return to the Select Board and to hear agenda item 8
MacNeill moved to return to the Select Board and to hear agenda item 8. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to return to the Select Board and to hear agenda item 8. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Hear agenda item 9
Parker moved to hear agenda item 9. MacNeill seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“Parker moved to hear agenda item 9. MacNeill seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: Parker, second: MacNeill)
Approve Minutes
Approve the 2/15/22 minutes as amended
MacNeill amended her motion to approve the 2/15/22 minutes as amended. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (4-0-1) with Pignone abstaining.
Yes: Bilbo, MacNeill, Parker, SeiboldAbstained: PignoneThe roll call does not list David Pignone; the minutes say “with Pignone abstaining”, so David Pignone is shown abstaining.
From the minutes
“MacNeill amended her motion to approve the 2/15/22 minutes as amended. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (4-0-1) with Pignone abstaining..” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Hear agenda item 11
MacNeill moved to hear agenda item 11. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to hear agenda item 11. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Approve Out of State Travel - Eric Duffy/Paulette Gerry
Approve the out of state travel for both Duffy and Gerry
MacNeill moved to approve the out of state travel for both Duffy and Gerry. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to approve the out of state travel for both Duffy and Gerry. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Return to agenda item 8
MacNeill moved to return to agenda item 8. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to return to agenda item 8. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Appoint Town Counsel
Reappoint Galvin at Town Counsel
MacNeill stated that it is a pleasure to work with Galvin and she moved to reappoint Galvin at Town Counsel. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill stated that it is a pleasure to work with Galvin and she moved to reappoint Galvin at Town Counsel. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Town Meeting Warrant - Accept Warrant Articles/Sign Warrant
Accept article 1-6 and articles 10-23 onto the May 2nd Town Meeting warrant
Parker moved to accept article 1-6 and articles 10-23 onto the May 2nd Town Meeting warrant. Pignone seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“Parker moved to accept article 1-6 and articles 10-23 onto the May 2nd Town Meeting warrant. Pignone seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: Parker, second: Pignone)
Sign the warrant
MacNeill moved to sign the warrant. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to sign the warrant. Seibold seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Seibold)
Non-Deliberative Announcements and Scheduling Pignone recognized David Eustace for willing a gold medal for sled hockey
Enter into executive session not to return to the Select Board to discuss strategy with respect to all pending litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or...
MacNeill moved to enter into executive session not to return to the Select Board to discuss strategy with respect to all pending litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the Town and the chair so declares pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21(a)(3) and to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property where the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21(a)(6) not to return to open session. Parker seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0)
From the minutes
“MacNeill moved to enter into executive session not to return to the Select Board to discuss strategy with respect to all pending litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the Town and the chair so declares pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21(a)(3) and to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property where the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21(a)(6) not to return to open session. Parker seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Voting in favor: Heidi Bilbo David Pignone George Seibold Raymie Parker Shelly MacNeill Motion Passes (5-0).” (Motion: MacNeill, second: Parker)
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