MassVoter.com← Stow Select BoardStow Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
July 11, 2023
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Cortni Frecha, Megan Birch-McMichael, Ingeborg Hegemann, Hector Constantzos, John Toole
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Jonathan Butler as a Police Patrol Officer for the Town of Stow Police Department for a one-year probationary period and subject to reappointment thereafter
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to appoint Jonathan Butler as a Police Patrol Officer for the Town of Stow Police Department for a one-year probationary period and subject to reappointment thereafter. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to appoint Jonathan Butler as a Police Patrol Officer for the Town of Stow Police Department for a one-year probationary period and subject to reappointment thereafter. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Appoint Maureen Mazzone to the NRSD Audit Advisory Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2024
Board member Birch-McMichael moved, in conjunction with the Finance Committee, to appoint Maureen Mazzone to the NRSD Audit Advisory Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2024. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Finance Committee: Mr. Gross (FC) -aye; Mr. Patuto (FC) -aye; Select Board: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark-aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael - aye; and Ms. Frecha -aye.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved, in conjunction with the Finance Committee, to appoint Maureen Mazzone to the NRSD Audit Advisory Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2024. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Finance Committee: Mr. Gross (FC) -aye; Mr. Patuto (FC) -aye; Select Board: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark-aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael - aye; and Ms. Frecha -aye..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Reappoint Kelly Lawlor to the Stow Cultural Council, for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2026
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to reappoint Kelly Lawlor to the Stow Cultural Council, for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2026. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to reappoint Kelly Lawlor to the Stow Cultural Council, for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2026. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Grant a permit for Bike for the Woods for Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 8 AM to 2 PM, pending receipt of Certificate of Insurance when it is available
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to grant a permit for Bike for the Woods for Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 8 AM to 2 PM, pending receipt of Certificate of Insurance when it is available. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to grant a permit for Bike for the Woods for Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 8 AM to 2 PM, pending receipt of Certificate of Insurance when it is available. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Approve a Special Event Permit for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to be held at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM, pending receipt of all...
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve a Special Event Permit for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to be held at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM, pending receipt of all required documentation. Board member Toole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (4-0).
Yes: Birch-McMichael, Frecha, Hegemann, TooleHector Constantzos recused himself from the discussion and the vote, so Hector Constantzos is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve a Special Event Permit for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to be held at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM, pending receipt of all required documentation. Board member Toole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (4-0)..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Toole)
Approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to serve beer from four breweries in delineated areas at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from...
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to serve beer from four breweries in delineated areas at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM, pending all required documentation. Board member Toole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (4-0).
Yes: Birch-McMichael, Frecha, Hegemann, TooleHector Constantzos recused himself from the discussion and the vote, so Hector Constantzos is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to serve beer from four breweries in delineated areas at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM, pending all required documentation. Board member Toole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (4-0)..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Toole)
Approve an Entertainment License for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to be held at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve an Entertainment License for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to be held at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM. Board member Toole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (4-0).
Yes: Birch-McMichael, Frecha, Hegemann, TooleHector Constantzos recused himself from the discussion and the vote, so Hector Constantzos is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve an Entertainment License for the Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival, to be held at First Parish Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 12 noon until 4 PM. Board member Toole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously (4-0)..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Toole)
Open the public hearing for In Person Early Voting/Vote by Mail for the September Special Town Election
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to open the public hearing for In Person Early Voting/Vote by Mail for the September Special Town Election. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark -aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to open the public hearing for In Person Early Voting/Vote by Mail for the September Special Town Election. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark -aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
The public hearing for In Person Early Voting/Vote by Mail for the September Special Town Election be closed
Board member Birch-McMichael moved that the public hearing for In Person Early Voting/Vote by Mail for the September Special Town Election be closed. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark-aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved that the public hearing for In Person Early Voting/Vote by Mail for the September Special Town Election be closed. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark-aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Approve the option of In Person Early Voting in Stow for the September 2023 Special Town Election
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve the option of In Person Early Voting in Stow for the September 2023 Special Town Election. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark -aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to approve the option of In Person Early Voting in Stow for the September 2023 Special Town Election. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark -aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Opt-out of Vote by Mail in Stow for the September 2023 Special Town Election
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to opt-out of Vote by Mail in Stow for the September 2023 Special Town Election. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark -aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to opt-out of Vote by Mail in Stow for the September 2023 Special Town Election. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by roll call vote: Mr. Toole -aye; Ms. Hegemann Clark -aye; Mr. Constantzos -aye; Ms. Birch-McMichael -aye; Ms. Frecha -aye..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Vote its intention to lay out a portion of Box Mill Road as a public way, all as shown on a plan entitled "Layout Plan of Land, Box Mill Road Over Elizabeth Brook, Stow, Massachusetts", dated June...
Board member Birch-McMichael moved that the Select Board vote its intention to lay out a portion of Box Mill Road as a public way, all as shown on a plan entitled "Layout Plan of Land, Box Mill Road Over Elizabeth Brook, Stow, Massachusetts", dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Green International Affiliates, Inc., which plan is on file with the Town Clerk, and to forward this vote and the plan to the Planning Board for its comments and recommendations pursuant to G.L. c. 41, §§81G and 81I. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved that the Select Board vote its intention to lay out a portion of Box Mill Road as a public way, all as shown on a plan entitled "Layout Plan of Land, Box Mill Road Over Elizabeth Brook, Stow, Massachusetts", dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Green International Affiliates, Inc., which plan is on file with the Town Clerk, and to forward this vote and the plan to the Planning Board for its comments and recommendations pursuant to G.L. c. 41, §§81G and 81I. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Approve and sign the letter of support for the Open space and Recreation Plan
Board member Birch-McMichael moved that the Select Board approve and sign the letter of support for the Open space and Recreation Plan. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved that the Select Board approve and sign the letter of support for the Open space and Recreation Plan. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Accept the meeting minutes of the June 27, 2023 meeting
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to accept the meeting minutes of the June 27, 2023 meeting. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to accept the meeting minutes of the June 27, 2023 meeting. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
Adjourn
Board member Birch-McMichael moved to adjourn. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Board member Birch-McMichael moved to adjourn. Board member Constantzos seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Birch-McMichael, second: Constantzos)
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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