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June 14, 2022
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Ellen Sturgis took part remotely.
Present: Megan Birch-McMichael, Ingeborg Hegemann, Cortni Frecha, Ellen Sturgis
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Recognize Boy Scout Dylan Gross for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, and to sign the letter and proclamation for his recognition ceremony on Sunday, June 26, 2022
Board member Frecha moved to recognize Boy Scout Dylan Gross for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, and to sign the letter and proclamation for his recognition ceremony on Sunday, June 26, 2022. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to recognize Boy Scout Dylan Gross for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, and to sign the letter and proclamation for his recognition ceremony on Sunday, June 26, 2022. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Sign the Proclamation for Pride Month as presented and amended at this meeting by Kelly Lawlor and Hector Constantzos
Board member Frecha moved that the Board sign the Proclamation for Pride Month as presented and amended at this meeting by Kelly Lawlor and Hector Constantzos. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved that the Board sign the Proclamation for Pride Month as presented and amended at this meeting by Kelly Lawlor and Hector Constantzos. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Set Tuesday, September 6, 2022, as the date for the Special Election, to be held at Center School
Board member Frecha moved to set Tuesday, September 6, 2022, as the date for the Special Election, to be held at Center School. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to set Tuesday, September 6, 2022, as the date for the Special Election, to be held at Center School. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Modify the Wildlife Woods Open Space Agreement with the Town of Stow as presented in the packet and amended by Ms. Hegemann
Board member Frecha moved to modify the Wildlife Woods Open Space Agreement with the Town of Stow as presented in the packet and amended by Ms. Hegemann. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to modify the Wildlife Woods Open Space Agreement with the Town of Stow as presented in the packet and amended by Ms. Hegemann. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Section 151A of the Massachusetts General Laws, to approve the annual Animal Control Warrant, dated June 14, 2022, and effective for one year from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and to...
Board member Frecha moved, in accordance with Chapter 140, section 151A of the Massachusetts General Laws, to approve the annual Animal Control Warrant, dated June 14, 2022, and effective for one year from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and to authorize the Chair to sign it on behalf of the Board, and further, Board member Frecha moved that the Select Board approve, and that the Select Board and Town Administrator sign, the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Boxborough for Animal Control Services for the period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 as presented. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved, in accordance with Chapter 140, section 151A of the Massachusetts General Laws, to approve the annual Animal Control Warrant, dated June 14, 2022, and effective for one year from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and to authorize the Chair to sign it on behalf of the Board, and further, Board member Frecha moved that the Select Board approve, and that the Select Board and Town Administrator sign, the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Boxborough for Animal Control Services for the period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 as presented. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Establish a Randall Library Building Committee 2.0, composed of nine members, including the Town Administrator or her designee, Library Director, Building Commissioner, two Randall Library...
Board member Frecha moved to establish a Randall Library Building Committee 2.0, composed of nine members, including the Town Administrator or her designee, Library Director, Building Commissioner, two Randall Library Trustees, and four Residents At Large, to serve until the Committee's purpose is fulfilled, per the requirements stated in the Committee description. Preference will be given to individuals with landscape, historical, or architectural experience or interests. The Committee's purpose is to oversee the full design and construction of the Randall Library renovations and addition. The Committee's charge is to guide the Randall Library Renovation Project. All major decisions shall be brought to the Randall Library Building Committee 2.0 for review, approval and formal submission to the Board of Library Trustees and the Town Administrator for final approval. Further, Board member Frecha moved to designate the Randall Library Building Committee 2.0 as Special Municipal Employees pursuant to Mass. General Law c.268A. At-Large Members must be registered voters of Stow, and agree to comply with State Ethics and Open Meeting Law requirements. And, Board member Frecha moved to establish a Randall Library Building Exterior Design Committee, composed of seven members, including the Town Administrator or her designee, Library Director, Building Commissioner, one RLBC2 At-Large Member, and three Residents not serving on the primary building committee, to serve until the exterior of the building design has been approved by the RLBC2, per the requirements stated in the Committee description. Preference will be given to individuals with landscape, historical, or architectural experience or interests. The Committee's purpose is to guide and oversee the style and materials for the building and plantings and structures for the landscaping. The Committee's charge is to guide and oversee the exterior look of the Randall Library Renovation Project. During the exterior design process, the Exterior Design Committee will work as a team with several consultants including the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) and the Architect firm. The Exterior Design Committee will ensure proper public outreach is conducted and the public is kept informed about the exterior look of the building. Further, Board member Frecha moved to designate the Randall Library Building Committee as Special Municipal Employees pursuant to Mass. General Law c.268A. Members must agree to comply with State Ethics and Open Meeting Law requirements. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion for discussion, and asked for an amendment to the motion to include "Preference will be given to individuals with landscape, historical, or architectural experience or interests." at the end of paragraph one and paragraph four. (This has been added to the motion above for consistency and ease of reference.) Chair Birch-McMichael asked for a vote, and the motion passed 3-1-0 by a roll call vote: Sturgis -nay; Hegemann -aye; Frecha -aye; Birch-McMichael -aye.
Yes: Birch-McMichael, Frecha, HegemannNo: Sturgis
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to establish a Randall Library Building Committee 2.0, composed of nine members, including the Town Administrator or her designee, Library Director, Building Commissioner, two Randall Library Trustees, and four Residents At Large, to serve until the Committee's purpose is fulfilled, per the requirements stated in the Committee description. Preference will be given to individuals with landscape, historical, or architectural experience or interests. The Committee's purpose is to oversee the full design and construction of the Randall Library renovations and addition. The Committee's charge is to guide the Randall Library Renovation Project. All major decisions shall be brought to the Randall Library Building Committee 2.0 for review, approval and formal submission to the Board of Library Trustees and the Town Administrator for final approval. Further, Board member Frecha moved to designate the Randall Library Building Committee 2.0 as Special Municipal Employees pursuant to Mass. General Law c.268A. At-Large Members must be registered voters of Stow, and agree to comply with State Ethics and Open Meeting Law requirements. And, Board member Frecha moved to establish a Randall Library Building Exterior Design Committee, composed of seven members, including the Town Administrator or her designee, Library Director, Building Commissioner, one RLBC2 At-Large Member, and three Residents not serving on the primary building committee, to serve until the exterior of the building design has been approved by the RLBC2, per the requirements stated in the Committee description. Preference will be given to individuals with landscape, historical, or architectural experience or interests. The Committee's purpose is to guide and oversee the style and materials for the building and plantings and structures for the landscaping. The Committee's charge is to guide and oversee the exterior look of the Randall Library Renovation Project. During the exterior design process, the Exterior Design Committee will work as a team with several consultants including the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) and the Architect firm. The Exterior Design Committee will ensure proper public outreach is conducted and the public is kept informed about the exterior look of the building. Further, Board member Frecha moved to designate the Randall Library Building Committee as Special Municipal Employees pursuant to Mass. General Law c.268A. Members must agree to comply with State Ethics and Open Meeting Law requirements. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion for discussion, and asked for an amendment to the motion to include "Preference will be given to individuals with landscape, historical, or architectural experience or interests." at the end of paragraph one and paragraph four. (This has been added to the motion above for consistency and ease of reference.) Chair Birch-McMichael asked for a vote, and the motion passed 3-1-0 by a roll call vote: Sturgis -nay; Hegemann -aye; Frecha -aye; Birch-McMichael -aye..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Approve the new One-Day Liquor License Policy as presented at this meeting
Board member Frecha moved to approve the new One-Day Liquor License Policy as presented at this meeting. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to approve the new One-Day Liquor License Policy as presented at this meeting. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Approve the request from the Town Administrator to use ARPA funds to hire a part-time Procurement/Grants Administrator for the Town of Stow, on a trial basis for fiscal year 2023, and to further...
Board member Frecha moved to approve the request from the Town Administrator to use ARPA funds to hire a part-time Procurement/Grants Administrator for the Town of Stow, on a trial basis for fiscal year 2023, and to further approve the request for the Fire Apparatus Bay floor resurfacing. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to approve the request from the Town Administrator to use ARPA funds to hire a part-time Procurement/Grants Administrator for the Town of Stow, on a trial basis for fiscal year 2023, and to further approve the request for the Fire Apparatus Bay floor resurfacing. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Approve a 3% COLA for the Town Administrator for FY23
Board member Frecha moved to approve a 3% COLA for the Town Administrator for FY23. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to approve a 3% COLA for the Town Administrator for FY23. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Appoint Ellen Sturgis as the Select Board appointee to the Capital Planning Committee, to complete the remainder of an unexpired two-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Ingeborg Hegemann...
Board member Frecha moved to appoint Ellen Sturgis as the Select Board appointee to the Capital Planning Committee, to complete the remainder of an unexpired two-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Ingeborg Hegemann as the Select Board appointee to the Complete Streets Committee, for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Cortni Frecha as the Select Board appointee to the Local Access Channel Advisory Committee, for a two-year term expiring June 30, 2024. to appoint Ingeborg Hegemann as the Select Board representative to the Minuteman Advisory Group on Interlocal Coordination (MAGIC), for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Megan Birch-McMichael as the Select Board appointee to the Lower Village Revitalization Committee, for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Cortni Frecha as the Select Board representative to Tri-Town. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to appoint Ellen Sturgis as the Select Board appointee to the Capital Planning Committee, to complete the remainder of an unexpired two-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Ingeborg Hegemann as the Select Board appointee to the Complete Streets Committee, for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Cortni Frecha as the Select Board appointee to the Local Access Channel Advisory Committee, for a two-year term expiring June 30, 2024. to appoint Ingeborg Hegemann as the Select Board representative to the Minuteman Advisory Group on Interlocal Coordination (MAGIC), for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Megan Birch-McMichael as the Select Board appointee to the Lower Village Revitalization Committee, for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. to appoint Cortni Frecha as the Select Board representative to Tri-Town. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Accept the meeting minutes of the May 24, 2022 meeting as drafted
Board member Frecha moved to accept the meeting minutes of the May 24, 2022 meeting as drafted. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to accept the meeting minutes of the May 24, 2022 meeting as drafted. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
Adjourn
Board member Frecha moved to adjourn. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Board member Frecha moved to adjourn. Board member Hegemann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Hegemann)
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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