MassVoter.com← Stow Select BoardStow Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
April 13, 2021
15 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: James Salvie and Cortni Frecha took part remotely.
Present: Thomas Ryan, Megan Birch-McMichael, Ellen Sturgis, James Salvie, Cortni Frecha
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Of Selectmen appoint Joseph Jacobs as the Town's Veterans' Services Officer, to fill a one-year term expiring on March 31, 2022
Selectwoman Sturgis moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Joseph Jacobs as the Town's Veterans' Services Officer, to fill a one-year term expiring on March 31, 2022. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Joseph Jacobs as the Town's Veterans' Services Officer, to fill a one-year term expiring on March 31, 2022. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Of Selectmen appoint Liz Beck to the Open Space Committee, to complete an unexpired three-year term expiring June 30, 2023
Selectwoman Sturgis moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Liz Beck to the Open Space Committee, to complete an unexpired three-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved that the Board of Selectmen appoint Liz Beck to the Open Space Committee, to complete an unexpired three-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Approve the updated Sergeant Promotion Policy as presented and amended by Police Chief Michael Sallese
Selectwoman Sturgis moved to approve the updated Sergeant Promotion Policy as presented and amended by Police Chief Michael Sallese. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved to approve the updated Sergeant Promotion Policy as presented and amended by Police Chief Michael Sallese. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Approve, and that the Selectmen and Town Administrator sign, the Inter-Municipal Agreement with the Town of Boxborough for Animal Control Services for the April 13, 2021 2 period from July 1, 2021...
Selectwoman Sturgis moved that the Selectmen approve, and that the Selectmen and Town Administrator sign, the Inter-Municipal Agreement with the Town of Boxborough for Animal Control Services for the April 13, 2021 2 period from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, as presented by the Board of Health. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved that the Selectmen approve, and that the Selectmen and Town Administrator sign, the Inter-Municipal Agreement with the Town of Boxborough for Animal Control Services for the April 13, 2021 2 period from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, as presented by the Board of Health. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Approve and sign the Inter-Municipal Transportation Pilot Agreement known as "Making the Connections" as presented by the Planning Department
Selectwoman Sturgis moved to approve and sign the Inter-Municipal Transportation Pilot Agreement known as "Making the Connections" as presented by the Planning Department. Selectwoman Birch- McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved to approve and sign the Inter-Municipal Transportation Pilot Agreement known as "Making the Connections" as presented by the Planning Department. Selectwoman Birch- McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Declare as surplus, the goods and equipment on the list provided by the Building Commissioner, valued at less than $10,000 and belonging to the Town, and to authorize the disposal of these surplus...
Selectwoman Sturgis moved to declare as surplus, the goods and equipment on the list provided by the Building Commissioner, valued at less than $10,000 and belonging to the Town, and to authorize the disposal of these surplus items. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved to declare as surplus, the goods and equipment on the list provided by the Building Commissioner, valued at less than $10,000 and belonging to the Town, and to authorize the disposal of these surplus items. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Declare as surplus, the 1941 Buffalo Springfield Pressure Cylinder Scarifier as listed by the Building Commissioner, valued at more than $10,000 and belonging to the Town, and to authorize the...
Selectwoman Sturgis moved to declare as surplus, the 1941 Buffalo Springfield Pressure Cylinder Scarifier as listed by the Building Commissioner, valued at more than $10,000 and belonging to the Town, and to authorize the disposal of this surplus item in accordance with MGL Chapter 30B. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved to declare as surplus, the 1941 Buffalo Springfield Pressure Cylinder Scarifier as listed by the Building Commissioner, valued at more than $10,000 and belonging to the Town, and to authorize the disposal of this surplus item in accordance with MGL Chapter 30B. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Accept and release the meeting minutes of the March 10, 2020 Executive Session as drafted
Selectman Salvie moved to accept and release the meeting minutes of the March 10, 2020 Executive Session as drafted. Selectman Frecha seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (3-0-2). Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch-McMichael abstained.
Yes: Frecha, Ryan, SalvieAbstained: Birch-McMichael, SturgisThe minutes call the vote unanimous and name Megan Birch-McMichael and Ellen Sturgis abstaining; the other members present are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“Selectman Salvie moved to accept and release the meeting minutes of the March 10, 2020 Executive Session as drafted. Selectman Frecha seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously (3-0-2). Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch-McMichael abstained..” (Motion: Salvie, second: Frecha)
Accept the meeting minutes of March 23, 2021 as presented
Selectwoman Sturgis moved to accept the meeting minutes of March 23, 2021 as presented. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it was approved unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved to accept the meeting minutes of March 23, 2021 as presented. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it was approved unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Accept the meeting minutes of July 8, 2020 as presented
Selectwoman Sturgis moved to accept the meeting minutes of July 8, 2020 as presented. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it was approved unanimously (5-0).
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved to accept the meeting minutes of July 8, 2020 as presented. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it was approved unanimously (5-0)..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
Accept the meeting minutes of June 18, 2020 as presented
Selectman Salvie moved to accept the meeting minutes of June 18, 2020 as presented. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch- McMichael abstained.
Yes: Frecha, Ryan, SalvieAbstained: Birch-McMichael, Sturgis
From the minutes
“Selectman Salvie moved to accept the meeting minutes of June 18, 2020 as presented. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch- McMichael abstained..” (Motion: Salvie, second: Frecha)
Accept the meeting minutes of June 9, 2020 as presented
Selectman Salvie moved to accept the meeting minutes of June 9, 2020 as presented. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch- McMichael abstained.
Yes: Frecha, Ryan, SalvieAbstained: Birch-McMichael, Sturgis
From the minutes
“Selectman Salvie moved to accept the meeting minutes of June 9, 2020 as presented. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch- McMichael abstained..” (Motion: Salvie, second: Frecha)
Accept and release the meeting minutes of the June 9, 2020 Executive Session as presented
Selectman Salvie moved to accept and release the meeting minutes of the June 9, 2020 Executive Session as presented. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch-McMichael abstained.
Yes: Frecha, Ryan, SalvieAbstained: Birch-McMichael, Sturgis
From the minutes
“Selectman Salvie moved to accept and release the meeting minutes of the June 9, 2020 Executive Session as presented. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch-McMichael abstained..” (Motion: Salvie, second: Frecha)
Accept and release the meeting minutes of the May 1, 2020 Executive Session as amended
Selectman Salvie moved to accept and release the meeting minutes of the May 1, 2020 Executive Session as amended. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch-McMichael abstained.
Yes: Frecha, Ryan, SalvieAbstained: Birch-McMichael, Sturgis
From the minutes
“Selectman Salvie moved to accept and release the meeting minutes of the May 1, 2020 Executive Session as amended. Selectwoman Frecha seconded the motion, and it was approved 3-0-2. Selectwomen Sturgis and Birch-McMichael abstained..” (Motion: Salvie, second: Frecha)
Adjourn
Selectwoman Sturgis moved to convene in Executive Session, pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, section 21(a) (2), to conduct contract negotiations with the Town Administrator, and to adjourn thereafter. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously on a roll call vote: Selectman Salvie-aye; Selectwoman Frecha-aye; Selectwoman Sturgis-aye; Selectwoman Birch McMichael-aye; Chairman Ryan-aye.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Sturgis moved to convene in Executive Session, pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, section 21(a) (2), to conduct contract negotiations with the Town Administrator, and to adjourn thereafter. Selectwoman Birch-McMichael seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously on a roll call vote: Selectman Salvie-aye; Selectwoman Frecha-aye; Selectwoman Sturgis-aye; Selectwoman Birch McMichael-aye; Chairman Ryan-aye..” (Motion: Sturgis, second: Birch-McMichael)
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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