MassVoter.com← Stow Select BoardStow Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
June 24, 2025
16 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: John Toole, Hector Constantzos, Ingeborg Hegemann
Absent: Megan Birch-McMichael, Dan Petersen
Every vote, in order
Reappoint Dorothy Spaulding to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028
Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Dorothy Spaulding to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Dorothy Spaulding to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Reappoint Michael Busch to the Recreation Commission for a 1-year term ending June 30, 2026
Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Michael Busch to the Recreation Commission for a 1-year term ending June 30, 2026. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Michael Busch to the Recreation Commission for a 1-year term ending June 30, 2026. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Reappoint Brooke Konecny to the Recreation Commission for a 1-year term ending June 30, 2026
Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Brooke Konecny to the Recreation Commission for a 1-year term ending June 30, 2026. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Brooke Konecny to the Recreation Commission for a 1-year term ending June 30, 2026. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Reappoint Ingeborg Hegemann to the Conservation Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028
Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Ingeborg Hegemann to the Conservation Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028. JT Toole seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Ingeborg Hegemann to the Conservation Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028. JT Toole seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Toole)
Reappoint Dan Barstow to the Lake Boon Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028
Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Dan Barstow to the Lake Boon Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to reappoint Dan Barstow to the Lake Boon Commission for a 3-year term ending June 30, 2028. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Appoint Megan Birch-McMichael as the Select Board representative to the Stow Municipal Affordable Housing Trust (SMAHT) for a 2-year term ending June 30, 2027
Hector Constantzos moved to appoint Megan Birch-McMichael as the Select Board representative to the Stow Municipal Affordable Housing Trust (SMAHT) for a 2-year term ending June 30, 2027. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to appoint Megan Birch-McMichael as the Select Board representative to the Stow Municipal Affordable Housing Trust (SMAHT) for a 2-year term ending June 30, 2027. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Appoint the following Police Department personnel through June 30, 2026: Michael Sallese as Chief of Police, Kellie Barhight as Lieutenant, David Goguen as Sergeant, Robert Nelson as Sergeant...
Hector Constantzos moved to appoint the following Police Department personnel through June 30, 2026: Michael Sallese as Chief of Police, Kellie Barhight as Lieutenant, David Goguen as Sergeant, Robert Nelson as Sergeant, Josh Barriere as Sergeant, Christopher Kusz as Patrol Officer, Brandon Murphy as Prosecutor, Jon Butler as Patrol Officer, John Fantasia as Patrol Officer, Jason Rogers as Detective, Brian McCarthy as Patrol Officer, and Steven Stewart as Patrol Officer. Hector Constantzos further moved to appoint the following full-time Fire Department personnel through June 30, 2026: Mark Guerin, Erick Benoit, Matthew McNulty, Olivia Liang, Camden Herlihy, and Benjamin Glover. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motions for police and fire appointments passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to appoint the following Police Department personnel through June 30, 2026: Michael Sallese as Chief of Police, Kellie Barhight as Lieutenant, David Goguen as Sergeant, Robert Nelson as Sergeant, Josh Barriere as Sergeant, Christopher Kusz as Patrol Officer, Brandon Murphy as Prosecutor, Jon Butler as Patrol Officer, John Fantasia as Patrol Officer, Jason Rogers as Detective, Brian McCarthy as Patrol Officer, and Steven Stewart as Patrol Officer. Hector Constantzos further moved to appoint the following full-time Fire Department personnel through June 30, 2026: Mark Guerin, Erick Benoit, Matthew McNulty, Olivia Liang, Camden Herlihy, and Benjamin Glover. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motions for police and fire appointments passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Approve a special event permit for the Polarized Guru - Funkopotamus concert to be held at Stow Town Hall on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7 to 10 PM, with Event Manager Paul Cummings...
Hector Constantzos moved to approve a special event permit for the Polarized Guru - Funkopotamus concert to be held at Stow Town Hall on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7 to 10 PM, with Event Manager Paul Cummings, provided all requirements on the special event permit have been met and approved by the Town Administrator. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. Hector Constantzos further moved to approve an event and entertainment permit for the Polarized Guru - Funkopotamus concert to be held at Stow Town Hall on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7 to 10 PM, with Event Manager Paul Cummings. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. Both motions passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to approve a special event permit for the Polarized Guru - Funkopotamus concert to be held at Stow Town Hall on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7 to 10 PM, with Event Manager Paul Cummings, provided all requirements on the special event permit have been met and approved by the Town Administrator. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. Hector Constantzos further moved to approve an event and entertainment permit for the Polarized Guru - Funkopotamus concert to be held at Stow Town Hall on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7 to 10 PM, with Event Manager Paul Cummings. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. Both motions passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Approve the increase in plumbing, gas, and electrical fees effective July 1, 2025, as presented on behalf of the Building Commissioner
Hector Constantzos moved to approve the increase in plumbing, gas, and electrical fees effective July 1, 2025, as presented on behalf of the Building Commissioner. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to approve the increase in plumbing, gas, and electrical fees effective July 1, 2025, as presented on behalf of the Building Commissioner. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Table this letter and discussion until such time when all members can weigh in on it together
Hector Constantzos moved to table this letter and discussion until such time when all members can weigh in on it together. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed, and the issue was tabled.
The minutes record the outcome (“motion passed, and the issue was tabled.”) without a count or the word unanimous, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to table this letter and discussion until such time when all members can weigh in on it together. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed, and the issue was tabled..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Approve the annual animal control warrant dated June 24, 2025, and effective for 1 year from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and to authorize the Board clerk to sign it on behalf of the...
Hector Constantzos moved to approve the annual animal control warrant dated June 24, 2025, and effective for 1 year from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and to authorize the Board clerk to sign it on behalf of the Board, in accordance with Chapter 140, Section 151A of the Massachusetts General Laws. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed.
The minutes record the outcome (“motion passed.”) without a count or the word unanimous, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to approve the annual animal control warrant dated June 24, 2025, and effective for 1 year from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and to authorize the Board clerk to sign it on behalf of the Board, in accordance with Chapter 140, Section 151A of the Massachusetts General Laws. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Set the rate of $50 for the first 2 hours and $25 for each additional hour after that for the for-profit use of the Town Hall, with a minimum 2- hour charge, and require proof of insurance
Hector Constantzos moved to set the rate of $50 for the first 2 hours and $25 for each additional hour after that for the for-profit use of the Town Hall, with a minimum 2- hour charge, and require proof of insurance. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to set the rate of $50 for the first 2 hours and $25 for each additional hour after that for the for-profit use of the Town Hall, with a minimum 2- hour charge, and require proof of insurance. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Approve a $60,000 bond anticipation note for the Lower Village traffic improvements as presented on behalf of the Treasurer
Hector Constantzos moved to approve a $60,000 bond anticipation note for the Lower Village traffic improvements as presented on behalf of the Treasurer. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to approve a $60,000 bond anticipation note for the Lower Village traffic improvements as presented on behalf of the Treasurer. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Declare as surplus the 2000 International 4900 fire engine valued at more than $10,000 and belonging to the town and to authorize the disposal of the surplus item in accordance with our...
Hector Constantzos moved to declare as surplus the 2000 International 4900 fire engine valued at more than $10,000 and belonging to the town and to authorize the disposal of the surplus item in accordance with our disposition policy and Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30B. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to declare as surplus the 2000 International 4900 fire engine valued at more than $10,000 and belonging to the town and to authorize the disposal of the surplus item in accordance with our disposition policy and Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30B. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Accept the meeting minutes of the June 10, 2025, meeting
Hector Constantzos moved to accept the meeting minutes of the June 10, 2025, meeting. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to accept the meeting minutes of the June 10, 2025, meeting. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Constantzos, second: Hegemann)
Adjourn
Hector Constantzos moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:08 pm. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned.
From the minutes
“Hector Constantzos moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:08 pm. Ingeborg Hegemann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned..” (Motion: Constantzos, 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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