MassVoter.com← Stow Select BoardStow Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
October 13, 2020
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Cortni Frecha, Megan Birch-McMichael, James Salvie, Ellen Sturgis, Thomas Ryan
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
The Selectmen make the following appointments to the Fire Department
Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen make the following appointments to the Fire Department. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen make the following appointments to the Fire Department. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Appoint Kelly Lawlor to the Stow Cultural Council, for a three-year term expiring October 13, 2023
Ms. Sturgis moved to appoint Kelly Lawlor to the Stow Cultural Council, for a three-year term expiring October 13, 2023. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved to appoint Kelly Lawlor to the Stow Cultural Council, for a three-year term expiring October 13, 2023. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Appoint Meg Costello to the Open Space Committee, to fulfill the remainder of a three-year term expiring June 30, 2023
Ms. Sturgis moved to appoint Meg Costello to the Open Space Committee, to fulfill the remainder of a three-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved to appoint Meg Costello to the Open Space Committee, to fulfill the remainder of a three-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Sign the November 3rd Election Warrant as presented by the Town Clerk
Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen sign the November 3rd Election Warrant as presented by the Town Clerk. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen sign the November 3rd Election Warrant as presented by the Town Clerk. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Allow the Stow Police Department to suspend certain rules and regulations [9.1C, 9.2, 9.3] pertaining to grooming, for the month of November, in order to support the Home Base No Shave fundraiser...
Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen allow the Stow Police Department to suspend certain rules and regulations [9.1C, 9.2, 9.3] pertaining to grooming, for the month of November, in order to support the Home Base No Shave fundraiser sponsored by the Massachusetts General Hospital/Red Sox Foundation. This fundraiser is for the benefit of veterans, service members, military families, and the families of the fallen. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen allow the Stow Police Department to suspend certain rules and regulations [9.1C, 9.2, 9.3] pertaining to grooming, for the month of November, in order to support the Home Base No Shave fundraiser sponsored by the Massachusetts General Hospital/Red Sox Foundation. This fundraiser is for the benefit of veterans, service members, military families, and the families of the fallen. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Approve the ADA Public Notice & Grievance Procedure as presented by the Town Administrator
Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen approve the ADA Public Notice & Grievance Procedure as presented by the Town Administrator. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen approve the ADA Public Notice & Grievance Procedure as presented by the Town Administrator. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Approve the Pregnancy and Pregnancy-related Conditions Policy as presented by the Town Administrator
Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen approve the Pregnancy and Pregnancy-related Conditions Policy as presented by the Town Administrator. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved that the Selectmen approve the Pregnancy and Pregnancy-related Conditions Policy as presented by the Town Administrator. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Of Selectmen for the Town of Stow approve the application for Temporary Outdoor Dining submitted by Nancy McPherson for the restaurant Nancy's Air Field Café located at 302 Boxboro Road in Stow...
Ms. Sturgis moved that the Board of Selectmen for the Town of Stow approve the application for Temporary Outdoor Dining submitted by Nancy McPherson for the restaurant Nancy's Air Field Café located at 302 Boxboro Road in Stow, Massachusetts, provided that the operation remains in substantial compliance with the documents, plans and statements contained within said application and submitted therewith, which documents are incorporated herein by reference. This approval is freely revocable upon the determination of the Health Dept., Chief of Police, Fire Chief, Board of Health, or their designees that the operation of the Temporary Outdoor Dining Area is negatively impacting public health and safety. October 13, 2020 3 Further, this approval shall automatically be rescinded upon the rescission of Executive Order COVID-19, No. 35, or within six (6) months from the date of issuance, whichever shall come first. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved that the Board of Selectmen for the Town of Stow approve the application for Temporary Outdoor Dining submitted by Nancy McPherson for the restaurant Nancy's Air Field Café located at 302 Boxboro Road in Stow, Massachusetts, provided that the operation remains in substantial compliance with the documents, plans and statements contained within said application and submitted therewith, which documents are incorporated herein by reference. This approval is freely revocable upon the determination of the Health Dept., Chief of Police, Fire Chief, Board of Health, or their designees that the operation of the Temporary Outdoor Dining Area is negatively impacting public health and safety. October 13, 2020 3 Further, this approval shall automatically be rescinded upon the rescission of Executive Order COVID-19, No. 35, or within six (6) months from the date of issuance, whichever shall come first. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion, and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Nominate Hector Constazos to fill the At-Large position on the Police Chief Search Subcommittee
Mr. Ryan moved to nominate Hector Constazos to fill the At-Large position on the Police Chief Search Subcommittee. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion. 2:2:0 Mr. Ryan, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch- McMichael, nay, Ms. Sturgis, nay, and Ms. Frecha abstained.
Yes: Ryan, SalvieNo: Birch-McMichael, SturgisAbstained: FrechaThe minutes record “2:2:0 Mr. Ryan, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch- McMichael, nay, Ms. Sturgis, nay, and Ms. Frecha abstained”; the tie means the nomination did not pass. Cortni Frecha is shown abstaining as named, although the count’s third number is 0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Ryan moved to nominate Hector Constazos to fill the At-Large position on the Police Chief Search Subcommittee. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion. 2:2:0 Mr. Ryan, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Birch- McMichael, nay, Ms. Sturgis, nay, and Ms. Frecha abstained..” (Motion: Ryan, second: Salvie)
Appoint Zackory Burns as Resident At-Large of the Police Chief Search Subcommittee until a Police Chief is hired. Further, Ms. Birch-McMichael moved to designate the Police Chief Search...
Ms. Birch-McMichael moved to appoint Zackory Burns as Resident At-Large of the Police Chief Search Subcommittee until a Police Chief is hired. Further, Ms. Birch-McMichael moved to designate the Police Chief Search Subcommittee as Special Municipal Employees pursuant to Mass. General Law c.268A. Members must be registered voters of Stow, and agree to comply with State Ethics and Open Meeting Law requirements. Ms. Sturgis seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye, Ms. Sturgis, aye, Mr. Ryan, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Birch-McMichael moved to appoint Zackory Burns as Resident At-Large of the Police Chief Search Subcommittee until a Police Chief is hired. Further, Ms. Birch-McMichael moved to designate the Police Chief Search Subcommittee as Special Municipal Employees pursuant to Mass. General Law c.268A. Members must be registered voters of Stow, and agree to comply with State Ethics and Open Meeting Law requirements. Ms. Sturgis seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye, Ms. Sturgis, aye, Mr. Ryan, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Sturgis)
Accept the meeting minutes of the September 22, 2020 meeting as amended
Ms. Sturgis moved to accept the meeting minutes of the September 22, 2020 meeting as amended. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Roll call vote: Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved to accept the meeting minutes of the September 22, 2020 meeting as amended. Mr. Salvie seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Roll call vote: Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye, Mr. Salvie, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye and Mr. Ryan, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Salvie)
Adjourn
Ms. Sturgis moved to adjourn at 9:02 p.m. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Roll call vote: Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Ryan, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye, and Mr. Salvie, aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sturgis moved to adjourn at 9:02 p.m. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Roll call vote: Ms. Sturgis, aye, Ms. Frecha, aye, Mr. Ryan, aye, Ms. Birch-McMichael, aye, and Mr. Salvie, aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Frecha)
From the Stow Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Document Center (Agendas/Minutes > Minutes > Select Board, 2014–2024) and Agenda Center (Select Board, 2025 on). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): Stow TV meeting videos — Hector Constantzos (May 2026), JT Toole (July 2026) and Ingeborg Hegemann (August 2026); Stow TV and The Stow Independent Candidates Night — Dan Petersen (May 2025). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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