April 22, 2025

“Cortni Frecha moved to appoint Steven Stewart Jr as a patrol officer for the town of Stow Police Department through June 30, 2025. Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. Chief Michael Sallese introduced Steven Stewart Jr., noting that he has more than six years of experience, including his current role as a sergeant at American International College in Springfield. The Chief highlighted Stewart's extensive training, post-certification, and his role as an instructor at the academy. He also mentioned Stewart's 12 years of service in the Army National Guard. Steven Stewart expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and his enthusiasm for joining the Stow Police Department. He emphasized his research into the town and his appreciation for the community-oriented approach of the department. Stewart introduced his family members and friends who were present to support him. The Board members asked questions about Stewart's teaching experience at the academy and his approach to community policing. They expressed appreciation for his interest in serving the community. The motion to appoint Steven Stewart Jr. as a patrol officer was unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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“Cortni Frecha moved to accept meeting minutes of the April 8, 2025, meeting. Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. The motion was unanimously approved..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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“Cortni Frecha moved to amend the wording of for the type of liquor license voted for Shelburne Farms section 12 liquor license at the April 8, 2025, meeting to read: "I move to approve the section 12 seasonal on premises wine and malt beverages liquor license application for Shelburne Farm at 106 West Acton Road in Stow as described in the application received February 20, 2025, and subject to final approval by the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission." Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. The motion was unanimously approved..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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“Cortni Frecha moved to approve the transfer of the section 15 off premises all alcohol liquor license held by Nickrosz Spirits Incorporated, 117 Great Road Stow, to 117 Great Rd LLC, Nikhilbhai Patel, Manager, as described in the application received March 24, 2025, and subject to final approval by the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. The motion was unanimously approved on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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“Cortni Frecha moved to approve the pledge of license to Nickrosz Spirits Inc. Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. The motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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“Cortni Frecha moved to approve the request of the Hale High School reunion committee to place a granite marker at the former site of the Hale High School at 16 Crescent Street. Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. Robert Norton, Treasurer of the reunion committee, presented the request. He explained that the marker would help educate new residents about Stow's history of having its own high school. Norton mentioned that the project was entirely financed by former students and that he would coordinate the marker's location with Bruce Fletcher. The Board expressed support for the project and appreciation for the former students' initiative. The motion was unanimously approved..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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“Cortni Frecha moved to approve the 2025 annual town meeting warrant as presented at this meeting. Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. Denise Dembkoski highlighted changes made since the last review: Addition of Article 46 regarding EV charging stations. Changes in the capital article, including an increase in the town building walkway cost and decreases in roof-related expenses for the police station and Flagg Hill. Incorporation of counsel's changes and corrections to dates. The Board unanimously approved the warrant with the understanding that minor corrections could still be made before printing..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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“Cortni Frecha moved to approve the fiscal year 2025, year end transfers as presented by the Town Administrator. Hector Constantzos seconded the motion. Denise Dembkoski explained the year-end transfers, totaling $354,600. These transfers were primarily from vacant wage lines to cover overtime expenses and a $126,000 deficit in snow and ice removal. The Finance Committee had already approved these transfers. The Board unanimously approved the transfers..” (Motion: Frecha, second: Constantzos)

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