MassVoter.com← Stow Select BoardStow Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
August 13, 2024
21 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: John Toole, Ingeborg Hegemann, Megan Birch-McMichael, Hector Constantzos, Cortni Frecha
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Josh Barriere to the position of Patrol Officer for the Town of Stow Police Department, pending final approval by the Town Administrator and the satisfactory completion of all prerequisite...
Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Josh Barriere to the position of Patrol Officer for the Town of Stow Police Department, pending final approval by the Town Administrator and the satisfactory completion of all prerequisite physical and mental exams and a background check, through June 30, 2025. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Josh Barriere to the position of Patrol Officer for the Town of Stow Police Department, pending final approval by the Town Administrator and the satisfactory completion of all prerequisite physical and mental exams and a background check, through June 30, 2025. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Appoint Barry Evers to the position of Interim Fire Chief effective immediately, until a permanent Fire Chief is hired
Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Barry Evers to the position of Interim Fire Chief effective immediately, until a permanent Fire Chief is hired. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Barry Evers to the position of Interim Fire Chief effective immediately, until a permanent Fire Chief is hired. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Reappoint Bob Wilber to the Open Space Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2027
Mr. Constantzos moved to reappoint Bob Wilber to the Open Space Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2027. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to reappoint Bob Wilber to the Open Space Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2027. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Appoint Kiersten Bergeron to the Economic Development & Industrial Commission for the remainder of a five-year term ending June 30, 2026
Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Kiersten Bergeron to the Economic Development & Industrial Commission for the remainder of a five-year term ending June 30, 2026. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Kiersten Bergeron to the Economic Development & Industrial Commission for the remainder of a five-year term ending June 30, 2026. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Appoint Yvonne Yoneshige to the Stow Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term ending June 30, 2025
Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Yvonne Yoneshige to the Stow Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term ending June 30, 2025. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint Yvonne Yoneshige to the Stow Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term ending June 30, 2025. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Grant a Special Event Permit for the Lake Boon Water Carnival to be held at Pine Bluff Recreation Area at Lake Boon on Saturday, August 31 from 9:30 AM until 4 PM, pending receipt of all required...
Mr. Constantzos moved to grant a Special Event Permit for the Lake Boon Water Carnival to be held at Pine Bluff Recreation Area at Lake Boon on Saturday, August 31 from 9:30 AM until 4 PM, pending receipt of all required documents including a certificate of insurance. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to grant a Special Event Permit for the Lake Boon Water Carnival to be held at Pine Bluff Recreation Area at Lake Boon on Saturday, August 31 from 9:30 AM until 4 PM, pending receipt of all required documents including a certificate of insurance. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Grant a Special Event Permit for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival, to be held at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 10 AM until 6 PM, pending receipt of all required documentation
Mr. Constantzos moved to grant a Special Event Permit for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival, to be held at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 10 AM until 6 PM, pending receipt of all required documentation. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to grant a Special Event Permit for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival, to be held at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 10 AM until 6 PM, pending receipt of all required documentation. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Approve, and authorize the Chair to sign, a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Sunday Entertainment License for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival, to be held at Lions Field on Sunday, September...
Mr. Constantzos moved to approve, and authorize the Chair to sign, a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Sunday Entertainment License for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival, to be held at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 10 AM until 6 PM. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to approve, and authorize the Chair to sign, a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Sunday Entertainment License for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival, to be held at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 10 AM until 6 PM. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Grant a Special One-Day Liquor License to JK Management Unlimited LLC, for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 11 AM until 6 PM, pending...
Mr. Constantzos moved to grant a Special One-Day Liquor License to JK Management Unlimited LLC, for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 11 AM until 6 PM, pending receipt of all required documentation. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to grant a Special One-Day Liquor License to JK Management Unlimited LLC, for the Stow Lions Autumn Food Truck Festival at Lions Field on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 11 AM until 6 PM, pending receipt of all required documentation. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Approve and adopt the Housing Production Plan, as presented by the Planning Department
Mr. Constantzos moved to approve and adopt the Housing Production Plan, as presented by the Planning Department. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to approve and adopt the Housing Production Plan, as presented by the Planning Department. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Approve and sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for Regional Consulting Services
Mr. Constantzos moved to approve and sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for Regional Consulting Services. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to approve and sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for Regional Consulting Services. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
A Special Town Meeting be held on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 7 PM at Center School, 403 Great Road, with a snow date of Saturday, December 7, 2024
Mr. Constantzos moved that a Special Town Meeting be held on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 7 PM at Center School, 403 Great Road, with a snow date of Saturday, December 7, 2024. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved that a Special Town Meeting be held on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 7 PM at Center School, 403 Great Road, with a snow date of Saturday, December 7, 2024. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Open the warrant for the December 2, 2024 Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 and close the warrant on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4 PM
Mr. Constantzos moved to open the warrant for the December 2, 2024 Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 and close the warrant on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4 PM. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to open the warrant for the December 2, 2024 Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 and close the warrant on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4 PM. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Appoint John Colonna-Romano as At Large member of the Green Advisory Committee through June 30, 2025
Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint John Colonna-Romano as At Large member of the Green Advisory Committee through June 30, 2025. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to appoint John Colonna-Romano as At Large member of the Green Advisory Committee through June 30, 2025. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Approve changes to the Charge for the Green Advisory Committee, and changes to the structure, so that the committee consists of five members: one (1) Select Board designee, Energy Manager and...
Mr. Constantzos moved to approve changes to the Charge for the Green Advisory Committee, and changes to the structure, so that the committee consists of five members: one (1) Select Board designee, Energy Manager and designee, and two (2) Members At-Large to be appointed by the Select Board. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to approve changes to the Charge for the Green Advisory Committee, and changes to the structure, so that the committee consists of five members: one (1) Select Board designee, Energy Manager and designee, and two (2) Members At-Large to be appointed by the Select Board. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Separate the motion into two separate motions
Ms. Hegemann moved to separate the motion into two separate motions. Ms. Frecha seconded for discussion. Ms. Hegemann did not want to hold someone to a standard that may or may not be met, and that may be out of their control. Additionally, next year the motion as written might infringe on their ability to do this activity. Discussion ensued about the second paragraph of the motion. Chair Toole called for a vote, and the motion passed 4-1 with Chair Toole opposed.
Yes: Birch-McMichael, Constantzos, Frecha, HegemannNo: Toole
From the minutes
“Ms. Hegemann moved to separate the motion into two separate motions. Ms. Frecha seconded for discussion. Ms. Hegemann did not want to hold someone to a standard that may or may not be met, and that may be out of their control. Additionally, next year the motion as written might infringe on their ability to do this activity. Discussion ensued about the second paragraph of the motion. Chair Toole called for a vote, and the motion passed 4-1 with Chair Toole opposed..” (Motion: Hegemann, second: Frecha)
Approve Special One Day Liquor Licenses for Shelburne Farm, 106 West Acton Road, Edward Painter, for Saturdays and Sundays, August 24 through November 10, 2024 and for Monday, September 2, 2024...
Mr. Constantzos moved to approve Special One Day Liquor Licenses for Shelburne Farm, 106 West Acton Road, Edward Painter, for Saturdays and Sundays, August 24 through November 10, 2024 and for Monday, September 2, 2024 (Labor Day) and Monday, October 14, 2024 (Columbus Day), for a total of twelve weekends (26 days), provided that all requirements have been met and approved by administration. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed 4-1 with Chair Toole opposed.
Yes: Birch-McMichael, Constantzos, Frecha, HegemannNo: Toole
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to approve Special One Day Liquor Licenses for Shelburne Farm, 106 West Acton Road, Edward Painter, for Saturdays and Sundays, August 24 through November 10, 2024 and for Monday, September 2, 2024 (Labor Day) and Monday, October 14, 2024 (Columbus Day), for a total of twelve weekends (26 days), provided that all requirements have been met and approved by administration. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed 4-1 with Chair Toole opposed..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
These licenses are granted with the understanding that this is the last year the Select Board will grant special one-day liquor licenses to Shelburne Farm, and that Shelburne Farm has until April...
Mr. Constantzos moved that these licenses are granted with the understanding that this is the last year the Select Board will grant special one-day liquor licenses to Shelburne Farm, and that Shelburne Farm has until April 1, 2025 to apply for a full license for 2025. Ms. Birch-McMichael seconded the motion. The motion failed 1-4 with Ms. Birch-McMichael, Mr. Constantzos, Ms. Frecha, and Ms. Hegemann opposed.
Yes: TooleNo: Birch-McMichael, Constantzos, Frecha, Hegemann
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved that these licenses are granted with the understanding that this is the last year the Select Board will grant special one-day liquor licenses to Shelburne Farm, and that Shelburne Farm has until April 1, 2025 to apply for a full license for 2025. Ms. Birch-McMichael seconded the motion. The motion failed 1-4 with Ms. Birch-McMichael, Mr. Constantzos, Ms. Frecha, and Ms. Hegemann opposed..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Birch-McMichael)
Accept and sign the Deed and associated easements for Joanne Drive
Mr. Constantzos moved to accept and sign the Deed and associated easements for Joanne Drive. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion. Discussion ensued briefly about the condition of the road and any drainage issues, and if the Planning Board is comfortable with accepting the road as it is. Ms. Oorthuys said her understanding is that there are no drainage issues at this time. Chair Toole called for a vote and the motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to accept and sign the Deed and associated easements for Joanne Drive. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion. Discussion ensued briefly about the condition of the road and any drainage issues, and if the Planning Board is comfortable with accepting the road as it is. Ms. Oorthuys said her understanding is that there are no drainage issues at this time. Chair Toole called for a vote and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Accept the meeting minutes of the July 9, 2024 meeting as written
Mr. Constantzos moved to accept the meeting minutes of the July 9, 2024 meeting as written. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to accept the meeting minutes of the July 9, 2024 meeting as written. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Frecha)
Adjourn
Mr. Constantzos moved to adjourn. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Constantzos moved to adjourn. Ms. Frecha seconded the motion and it passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, 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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