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October 18, 2022
16 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Debra Roberts, Stephen Cavey, Joseph Mokrisky, Scott Carrara, Louis Gitto
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the meeting
Mr. Carrara made the motion to open the meeting, seconded by Mr. Cavey. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Carrara made the motion to open the meeting, seconded by Mr. Cavey. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Carrara, second: Cavey)
Approve the Consent Agenda with changes to item B
Mr. Gitto made the motion to approve the Consent Agenda with changes to item B. Mr. Carrara seconded the motion which passed 5 yes 0 no.
From the minutes
“Mr. Gitto made the motion to approve the Consent Agenda with changes to item B. Mr. Carrara seconded the motion which passed 5 yes 0 no..” (Motion: Gitto, second: Carrara)
Continuation of Public Hearing of October 4, 2022 Common Victualler Application
Open the Public Hearing
Mr. Carrara motioned to open the Public Hearing, seconded by Mr. Cavey. Motion passed.
The minutes record the result only, not a count or how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Carrara motioned to open the Public Hearing, seconded by Mr. Cavey. Motion passed..” (Motion: Carrara, second: Cavey)
Close the public hearing
Mr. Carrara made the motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Cavey. Motion passed,
The minutes record the result only, not a count or how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Carrara made the motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Cavey. Motion passed,.” (Motion: Carrara, second: Cavey)
Approve the application
Mr. Carrara made the motion to approve the application, seconded by Mr. Cavey. The Board approved the application 5 yes 0 no.
From the minutes
“Mr. Carrara made the motion to approve the application, seconded by Mr. Cavey. The Board approved the application 5 yes 0 no..” (Motion: Carrara, second: Cavey)
Stoughton Equal Opportunity Committee Applicants (SEOC) 3 2-year Openings
Nominate Ms. Howard, Mr. Shannon and Ms. Civil
Mr. Mokrisky nominated Ms. Howard, Mr. Shannon and Ms. Civil, seconded by Mr. Cavey. ! The Board approved 5 yes to 0 no. ;
From the minutes
“Mr. Mokrisky nominated Ms. Howard, Mr. Shannon and Ms. Civil, seconded by Mr. Cavey. ! The Board approved 5 yes to 0 no. ;.” (Motion: Mokrisky, second: Cavey)
Stoughton 300" Anniversary Committee
Accept the slate
Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to accept the slate, seconded by Mr. Carrara. Dr. Patricia Niles-Randolph came forward to speak on behalf of her application. She said she was a 17-year resident, a retired elementary school principal, volunteer of Fair Foods. She listed prior experiences as guidance director, licensed social worker and has earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership Mr. Mokrisky commented that Mr. Niles had volunteered to work with Mr. Butrica in the service of the towns' veterans. He thanked the family for its willingness to serve the town. Ms. Randolph-Niles commented that Stoughton is a melting pot, and she lives in a multi-racial neighborhood. Ms. Cynthia Walsh noted her participation on the 250" anniversary committee. She mentioned that Stoughton is home to the oldest musical society in the country. She stated that she had requested a mailed application. She listed her experiences as 39 years town meeting representative, 40 years on the Cedar Hill Board and previous anniversary committees. : Mr. David Lambert said he is fulfilling his dream. He said he is delighted to serve on the committee, He said he is the author of 4 books on the town suggesting that original families should be given a voice. He said as a genealogist he is looking forward to his participation on the committee. Ms. Joanne Callanan 695 West Street stated that she had worked on the 250" committee. She said she is a retired HR and Event Specialist. She said she and her husband had run the T
From the minutes
“Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to accept the slate, seconded by Mr. Carrara. Dr. Patricia Niles-Randolph came forward to speak on behalf of her application. She said she was a 17-year resident, a retired elementary school principal, volunteer of Fair Foods. She listed prior experiences as guidance director, licensed social worker and has earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership Mr. Mokrisky commented that Mr. Niles had volunteered to work with Mr. Butrica in the service of the towns' veterans. He thanked the family for its willingness to serve the town. Ms. Randolph-Niles commented that Stoughton is a melting pot, and she lives in a multi-racial neighborhood. Ms. Cynthia Walsh noted her participation on the 250" anniversary committee. She mentioned that Stoughton is home to the oldest musical society in the country. She stated that she had requested a mailed application. She listed her experiences as 39 years town meeting representative, 40 years on the Cedar Hill Board and previous anniversary committees. : Mr. David Lambert said he is fulfilling his dream. He said he is delighted to serve on the committee, He said he is the author of 4 books on the town suggesting that original families should be given a voice. He said as a genealogist he is looking forward to his participation on the committee. Ms. Joanne Callanan 695 West Street stated that she had worked on the 250" committee. She said she is a retired HR and Event Specialist. She said she and her husband had run the Thanksgiving Parade of the town on Plymouth. She indicated that she and her husband, now deceased had assisted in the construction of floats for past parades. Mr. Mokrisky noted that Ms. Callanan was responsible for the Lincoln Memorial in the town. Mr. Cavey expressed his appreciation to all volunteers. The Board approved 5 yes 0 no..” (Motion: Mokrisky, second: Carrara)
Discussion regarding Town Historian position- votes may be taken Applicant David
Approve the motion
Board approved the motion 5 yes 0 no.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Board approved the motion 5 yes 0 no..”
Choose Mr. Mullen for a seat on the SMAC board
On the vote: Mr. Cavey for Mr. Mullen. Mr. Carrara for Mr. Mullen. , Mr. Mokrisky for Mr. Mullen. Mr. Gitto for Mr. Bates. Ms. Roberts for Mr. Mullen. Mr. Mullen was appointed.
A choice among candidates, so no individual votes are shown. The minutes record: Mr. Cavey, Mr. Carrara, Mr. Mokrisky and Ms. Roberts for Mr. Mullen; Mr. Gitto for Mr. Bates.
From the minutes
“On the vote: Mr. Cavey for Mr. Mullen. Mr. Carrara for Mr. Mullen. , Mr. Mokrisky for Mr. Mullen. Mr. Gitto for Mr. Bates. Ms. Roberts for Mr. Mullen. Mr. Mullen was appointed..”
Choose Mr. Bates for a second seat on the SMAC board
On the vote: Mr. Cavey for Mr. Bates. Mr. Carrara for Mr. Brown. Mr. Gitto for Mr. Bates. Mr. Mokrisky for Mr. Brown, Ms. Roberts for Mr. Bates. Mr. Bates was appointed.
A choice among candidates, so no individual votes are shown. The minutes record: Mr. Cavey, Mr. Gitto and Ms. Roberts for Mr. Bates; Mr. Carrara and Mr. Mokrisky for Mr. Brown.
From the minutes
“On the vote: Mr. Cavey for Mr. Bates. Mr. Carrara for Mr. Brown. Mr. Gitto for Mr. Bates. Mr. Mokrisky for Mr. Brown, Ms. Roberts for Mr. Bates. Mr. Bates was appointed..”
Discuss request to MASS Highway Department for Truck Exclusion on Walnut Street
Submit the request
Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to submit the request, seconded by Mr. Gitto. Mr. Mokrisky invited Nancy Sullivan, resident of 179 Walnut Street to speak on behalf of the request. Ms. Sullivan said that her father was Mr. Sperandio, former principal of the high school. She said she had lived on Walnut Street for 30 years and the increased traffic was a serious concern, She said the result of the study was disappointing. She said the standard for truck exclusion is 5 to 8% and the truck traffic on Walnut Street is at 14.6%. She said there is disregard for the speed Open Session Select Board October 18, 2022 7:30 ' 6 zone posted near the school, Ms. Sullivan expressed concern that the addition of a bike lane would narrow the street and compound the problem for pedestrian traffic. She questioned the location of the speed bumps. Mr. Tisdelle responded that bump-outs would be at crosswalks and speed bumps nearer the school. Ms. Sullivan suggested an additional speed bump, at Chestnut/Walnut and Pierce/Walnut Street. Mr. Tisdelle responded that this would be a trial effort stating he saw no problem with 2 speed bumps. Mr. Mokrisky cautioned that the truck exclusion would impact on the neighboring streets. Mr. Gitto offered that the Select Board is complicit having approved the traffic light at Walnut and Park Street. Mr. Carrara mentioned that he and Mr. Cavey had met with the urban renewal committee and had suggested removing route 139 from the square. 7 Mr. Tisdelle responded that d
From the minutes
“Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to submit the request, seconded by Mr. Gitto. Mr. Mokrisky invited Nancy Sullivan, resident of 179 Walnut Street to speak on behalf of the request. Ms. Sullivan said that her father was Mr. Sperandio, former principal of the high school. She said she had lived on Walnut Street for 30 years and the increased traffic was a serious concern, She said the result of the study was disappointing. She said the standard for truck exclusion is 5 to 8% and the truck traffic on Walnut Street is at 14.6%. She said there is disregard for the speed Open Session Select Board October 18, 2022 7:30 ' 6 zone posted near the school, Ms. Sullivan expressed concern that the addition of a bike lane would narrow the street and compound the problem for pedestrian traffic. She questioned the location of the speed bumps. Mr. Tisdelle responded that bump-outs would be at crosswalks and speed bumps nearer the school. Ms. Sullivan suggested an additional speed bump, at Chestnut/Walnut and Pierce/Walnut Street. Mr. Tisdelle responded that this would be a trial effort stating he saw no problem with 2 speed bumps. Mr. Mokrisky cautioned that the truck exclusion would impact on the neighboring streets. Mr. Gitto offered that the Select Board is complicit having approved the traffic light at Walnut and Park Street. Mr. Carrara mentioned that he and Mr. Cavey had met with the urban renewal committee and had suggested removing route 139 from the square. 7 Mr. Tisdelle responded that discussion relative to changing route 139 should begin with Mass Highway. On the motion to approve submission of the request, the Board voted 5 yes 0 no, ,.” (Motion: Mokrisky, second: Gitto)
Extend the closing time from 10:30 to 10:45 PM
Mr. Cavey made a motion to extend the closing time from 10:30 to 10:45 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Cavey made a motion to extend the closing time from 10:30 to 10:45 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously..” (Motion: Cavey)
Take no action on the offer
Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to take no action on the offer. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cavey. Mr. Carrara said he thought the designs could go to Park Street. Mr. Cavey said that very often, the Board reverses decision relative to the fire station. He said the current location 400 Park Street was approved by the Fire Department. On the motion to take no action, the Board voted 4 yes 1 no, 15.
The minutes give only the count (4-1), not who voted no or abstained.
From the minutes
“Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to take no action on the offer. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cavey. Mr. Carrara said he thought the designs could go to Park Street. Mr. Cavey said that very often, the Board reverses decision relative to the fire station. He said the current location 400 Park Street was approved by the Fire Department. On the motion to take no action, the Board voted 4 yes 1 no, 15..” (Motion: Mokrisky, second: Cavey)
MAPC- Metropolitan Area Planning Council Vacancy Appointment- Debra Roberts
Approve
Mr. Cavey made the motion to approve, seconded by Mr. Carrara. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Cavey made the motion to approve, seconded by Mr. Carrara. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Cavey, second: Carrara)
Consideration of Parking Agreement for Armory sub parking lot-votes may be taken
Table the matter
Mr. Carrara made the motion to table the matter, seconded by Mr. Cavey. Motion passed 5 yes 0 no. :
From the minutes
“Mr. Carrara made the motion to table the matter, seconded by Mr. Cavey. Motion passed 5 yes 0 no. :.” (Motion: Carrara, second: Cavey)
Adjourn
Mr. Gitto made the motion to adjourn seconded by Mr. Cavey. The Board voted 5 Yes 0 no.
From the minutes
“Mr. Gitto made the motion to adjourn seconded by Mr. Cavey. The Board voted 5 Yes 0 no..” (Motion: Gitto, second: Cavey)
From the Stoughton Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Select Board member photos: video stills from Stoughton Media Access Corporation (SMAC, Stoughton’s local cable TV), each from a program that names the member on screen: Joseph Mokrisky from “Community Forum - Joe Mokrisky - Chairman of Select Board” (2021); Debra Roberts from “Stoughton Politics with...This Guy: Talking with Debra Roberts” (2025); Stephen Cavey from “Stoughton Politics with... This Guy: Interview with Select Board Chair Stephen Cavey” (2025); Scott Carrara from “Community Forum - Scott Carrara - Running for Stoughton Board of Selectmen” (2021); Lori Jacques from “A Lioness & You on the Watch: Interview with Select Board Candidate Lori Jacques” (2026). Former members show initials.
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