MassVoter.com← Sudbury Select BoardSudbury Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
March 12, 2019
28 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Robert C. Haarde, Daniel E. Carty, Leonard A. Simon, Patricia A. Brown, Janie W. Dretler
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Annual Financial (CAFR) report
Accept the audited financial statements for the Town of Sudbury for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018, including Sudbury's Comprehensive Annual Financial (CAFR) report, Governance Letter, and...
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the audited financial statements for the Town of Sudbury for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018, including Sudbury's Comprehensive Annual Financial (CAFR) report, Governance Letter, and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) reports.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the audited financial statements for the Town of Sudbury for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018, including Sudbury's Comprehensive Annual Financial (CAFR) report, Governance Letter, and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) reports..”
Minutes approval
Approve the regular session minutes of February 5, 2019
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the regular session minutes of February 5, 2019.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the regular session minutes of February 5, 2019..”
Vote to approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/22
Approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/22 for those Active Employees who currently participate in the program and for those Active Employees enrolled in our health plans...
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/22 for those Active Employees who currently participate in the program and for those Active Employees enrolled in our health plans and who Opt Out of being covered by the Town of Sudbury health plans, as described in the attached document "Opt-Out Incentive Program."
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/22 for those Active Employees who currently participate in the program and for those Active Employees enrolled in our health plans and who Opt Out of being covered by the Town of Sudbury health plans, as described in the attached document "Opt-Out Incentive Program.".”
Election Officer appointment
Appoint Maura F. Carty, 15 Stonebrook Rd., as an Election Officer for a term to expire August 14, 2019, as recommended by the Town Clerk
It was on motion one abstain, and four in favor Haarde-aye, Simon-aye, Brown-aye, Dretler-aye, and Carty-abstain. VOTED: To appoint Maura F. Carty, 15 Stonebrook Rd., as an Election Officer for a term to expire August 14, 2019, as recommended by the Town Clerk.
Yes: Brown, Dretler, Haarde, SimonAbstained: Carty
From the minutes
“It was on motion one abstain, and four in favor Haarde-aye, Simon-aye, Brown-aye, Dretler-aye, and Carty-abstain. VOTED: To appoint Maura F. Carty, 15 Stonebrook Rd., as an Election Officer for a term to expire August 14, 2019, as recommended by the Town Clerk..”
Resignation acceptance
Accept the resignation of Jonathan O'Brien, Zoning Board of Appeals associate, and member of the Earth Removal Board, and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the resignation of Jonathan O'Brien, Zoning Board of Appeals associate, and member of the Earth Removal Board, and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the resignation of Jonathan O'Brien, Zoning Board of Appeals associate, and member of the Earth Removal Board, and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town..”
Commission on Disability appointments
Approve the Town Manager appointments of Susan Rushfirth, 48 Harvard Drive, and Doug Frey, 74 Cutler Farm Road, to the Commission on Disability, for a term expiring 5/31/22
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the Town Manager appointments of Susan Rushfirth, 48 Harvard Drive, and Doug Frey, 74 Cutler Farm Road, to the Commission on Disability, for a term expiring 5/31/22.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the Town Manager appointments of Susan Rushfirth, 48 Harvard Drive, and Doug Frey, 74 Cutler Farm Road, to the Commission on Disability, for a term expiring 5/31/22..”
Discussion on Fairbank Proposals
Withdraw the Fairbank Community Center Design and Construction Funds article, and present it at October Town Meeting
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To withdraw the Fairbank Community Center Design and Construction Funds article, and present it at October Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To withdraw the Fairbank Community Center Design and Construction Funds article, and present it at October Town Meeting..”
Article 3 - FY20 Budget
Support Article 3 - FY20 Budget
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 3 - FY20 Budget
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 3 - FY20 Budget.”
Support Article 4 - FY20 Capital Budget - Town Manager
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 4 - FY20 Capital Budget - Town Manager
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 4 - FY20 Capital Budget - Town Manager.”
Support Article 5 - FY20 Transfer Station Enterprise Fund Budget
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 5 - FY20 Transfer Station Enterprise Fund Budget.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 5 - FY20 Transfer Station Enterprise Fund Budget..”
Article 6 - FY20 Pool Enterprise Fund Budget
Support Article 6 - FY20 Pool Enterprise Fund Budget
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 6 - FY20 Pool Enterprise Fund Budget
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 6 - FY20 Pool Enterprise Fund Budget.”
Support Article 7 - FY20 Recreation Field Maintenance Enterprise Fund Budget
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 7 - FY20 Recreation Field Maintenance Enterprise Fund Budget
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 7 - FY20 Recreation Field Maintenance Enterprise Fund Budget.”
Support Article 9 - Unpaid Bills
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 9 - Unpaid Bills
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 9 - Unpaid Bills.”
Support Article 10 - Chapter 90 Highway Funding
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 10 - Chapter 90 Highway Funding
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 10 - Chapter 90 Highway Funding.”
Support Article 12 - Stabilization Fund
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 12 - Stabilization Fund
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 12 - Stabilization Fund.”
Article 13 - Repurpose of Rolling Stock Stabilization Account
Support Article 13 - Repurpose of Rolling Stock Stabilization Account
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 13 - Repurpose of Rolling Stock Stabilization Account.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 13 - Repurpose of Rolling Stock Stabilization Account..”
Article 14 - Surplus Vehicle Revolving Fund (new)
Support Article 14 - Surplus Vehicle Revolving fund
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 14 - Surplus Vehicle Revolving fund
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 14 - Surplus Vehicle Revolving fund.”
Support Article 17 - FY20 Revolving Funds Spending Limits
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 17 - FY20 Revolving Funds Spending Limits
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 17 - FY20 Revolving Funds Spending Limits.”
Support Article 18 - Fund Litigation Costs - Eversource
It was on motion 2 recused, three in favor, Haarde - aye, Simon - aye, Dretler - aye. Selectmen Carty and Brown were recused. VOTED: To support Article 18 - Fund Litigation Costs - Eversource
Yes: Dretler, Haarde, SimonThe minutes say Daniel E. Carty and Patricia A. Brown were recused, so they are not shown voting.
From the minutes
“It was on motion 2 recused, three in favor, Haarde - aye, Simon - aye, Dretler - aye. Selectmen Carty and Brown were recused. VOTED: To support Article 18 - Fund Litigation Costs - Eversource.”
Support Article 19 - DPW One-Ton Dump Truck
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 19 - DPW One-Ton Dump Truck
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 19 - DPW One-Ton Dump Truck.”
Support Article 20 - Concord Road Culvert Design
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 20 - Concord Road Culvert Design
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 20 - Concord Road Culvert Design.”
Support Article 21 - Purchase of Fire Truck
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 21 - Purchase of Fire Truck
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 21 - Purchase of Fire Truck.”
Article 22 - Sudbury Public Schools Playground Improvement
Support Article 23 - Funding of CWMP Impact Report
It was on motion one opposed, and four in favor. Haarde - aye, Carty - aye, Brown - aye, Dretler-aye, and Simon-opposed. VOTED: To support Article 23 - Funding of CWMP Impact Report
Yes: Brown, Carty, Dretler, HaardeNo: Simon
From the minutes
“It was on motion one opposed, and four in favor. Haarde - aye, Carty - aye, Brown - aye, Dretler-aye, and Simon-opposed. VOTED: To support Article 23 - Funding of CWMP Impact Report.”
Withdraw Article 24 from May Annual Town Meeting and present it at October Town Meeting
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To withdraw Article 24 from May Annual Town Meeting and present it at October Town Meeting
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To withdraw Article 24 from May Annual Town Meeting and present it at October Town Meeting.”
Support Article 26 - Amend Article XXV Capital Planning
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 26 - Amend Article XXV Capital Planning
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 26 - Amend Article XXV Capital Planning.”
Support Article 28 - Amend Zoning Melone Smart Growth Overlay District
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 28 - Amend Zoning Melone Smart Growth Overlay District
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To support Article 28 - Amend Zoning Melone Smart Growth Overlay District.”
Endorse MassDOT letter with intent to become a Complete Streets municipality
Authorize the Town Manager to endorse MassDOT letter with the intent to become a Complete Streets municipality within one year
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To authorize the Town Manager to endorse MassDOT letter with the intent to become a Complete Streets municipality within one year.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To authorize the Town Manager to endorse MassDOT letter with the intent to become a Complete Streets municipality within one year..”
Release Town Counsel opinion regarding the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail (BFRT) and local bylaw
Release Town Counsel opinion regarding the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail (BFRT) and local bylaw
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To release Town Counsel opinion regarding the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail (BFRT) and local bylaw
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To release Town Counsel opinion regarding the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail (BFRT) and local bylaw.”
From the Sudbury Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Select Board meetings page. 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): League of Women Voters of Sudbury voters’ guides (candidate-supplied photos) — Charles Russo (2026), Radha Gargeya and Lisa Kouchakdjian (2025), Janie Dretler and Daniel Carty (2024). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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