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Sudbury Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

July 24, 2019

10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: The minutes list Patricia A. Brown as absent.

Present: Daniel E. Carty, Janie W. Dretler, Jennifer S. Roberts, William J. Schineller

Absent: Patricia A. Brown

Every vote, in order

Appoint BOS member to the Town Manager's Complete Streets Working Group

Appoint Selectman Janie Dretler to work on the Town Manager's Complete Street Working Group

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Chairman Carty motioned that Selectman Janie Dretler be appointed Board member to work on the Town Manager's Complete Streets Working Group. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously. VOTED: To Appoint Selectman Janie Dretler to work on the Town Manager's Complete Street Working Group.

From the minutes

“Chairman Carty motioned that Selectman Janie Dretler be appointed Board member to work on the Town Manager's Complete Streets Working Group. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously. VOTED: To Appoint Selectman Janie Dretler to work on the Town Manager's Complete Street Working Group..” (Motion: Carty, second: Roberts)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Discussion and possible vote on BOS membership on Town Committees

Board of Selectmen membership on Town Committees: Dan Carty and Bill Schineller members of the Military Support Network, Jennifer Roberts member of CERT (Community Emergency Response Team),...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectman Schineller moved in the words of the motion, as amended. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: Board of Selectmen membership on Town Committees: Dan Carty and Bill Schineller members of the Military Support Network, Jennifer Roberts member of CERT (Community Emergency Response Team), William Schineller member of 9/11 Memorial Garden Oversight Committee, Dan Carty member of the Transportation Committee, Patricia Brown member of MAGIC (Minuteman Advisory Group on Interlocal Coordination), CPC (Community Preservation Committee), Janie Dretler member of Sudbury Housing Trust, William Schineller member of Park & Recreation Commission and Jennifer Roberts member of the Cultural Council.

From the minutes

“Selectman Schineller moved in the words of the motion, as amended. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: Board of Selectmen membership on Town Committees: Dan Carty and Bill Schineller members of the Military Support Network, Jennifer Roberts member of CERT (Community Emergency Response Team), William Schineller member of 9/11 Memorial Garden Oversight Committee, Dan Carty member of the Transportation Committee, Patricia Brown member of MAGIC (Minuteman Advisory Group on Interlocal Coordination), CPC (Community Preservation Committee), Janie Dretler member of Sudbury Housing Trust, William Schineller member of Park & Recreation Commission and Jennifer Roberts member of the Cultural Council..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Roberts)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Interview candidate for appointment as a Zoning Board of Appeals associate and member of the Earth

Approve the appointment of Jennifer Pincus, 25 Blueberry Hill Lane, as a Zoning Board of Appeals associate and a member of the Earth Removal Board for a term ending 5/31/20

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectman Schineller motioned to appoint Jennifer Pincus as a Zoning Board of Appeals associate and a member of the Earth Removal Board. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the appointment of Jennifer Pincus, 25 Blueberry Hill Lane, as a Zoning Board of Appeals associate and a member of the Earth Removal Board for a term ending 5/31/20.

From the minutes

“Selectman Schineller motioned to appoint Jennifer Pincus as a Zoning Board of Appeals associate and a member of the Earth Removal Board. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the appointment of Jennifer Pincus, 25 Blueberry Hill Lane, as a Zoning Board of Appeals associate and a member of the Earth Removal Board for a term ending 5/31/20..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Roberts)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Election Officers for a one-year term commencing August 15, 2019 and ending August 14, 2020

Appoint Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2019 and ending August 14, 2020, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairmen and the Town Clerk

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · 3–0

Selectman Dretler motioned to appoint Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2019 and ending August 14, 2020, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairmen and the Town Clerk. It was on motion Dretler - aye, Roberts - aye, Schineller - aye and Carty - abstain. VOTED: To appoint Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2019 and ending August 14, 2020, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairmen and the Town Clerk.

Yes: Dretler, Roberts, SchinellerAbstained: Carty

From the minutes

“Selectman Dretler motioned to appoint Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2019 and ending August 14, 2020, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairmen and the Town Clerk. It was on motion Dretler - aye, Roberts - aye, Schineller - aye and Carty - abstain. VOTED: To appoint Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2019 and ending August 14, 2020, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairmen and the Town Clerk..” (Motion: Dretler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Grant a 1-day All Alcohol license to Goodnow Library Foundation, Inc, to accommodate a Fundraising

Grant a 1-day All Alcohol license to Goodnow Library Foundation, Inc, to accommodate a Fundraising Cocktail Party on Sunday. September 8, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Goodnow Library, 21...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectman Schineller motioned and Selectman Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To grant a 1-day All Alcohol license to Goodnow Library Foundation, Inc, to accommodate a Fundraising Cocktail Party on Sunday. September 8, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Goodnow Library, 21 Concord Rd, subject to the use of a TIPS-trained bartender and a receipt of a Certificate of Liability.

From the minutes

“Selectman Schineller motioned and Selectman Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To grant a 1-day All Alcohol license to Goodnow Library Foundation, Inc, to accommodate a Fundraising Cocktail Party on Sunday. September 8, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Goodnow Library, 21 Concord Rd, subject to the use of a TIPS-trained bartender and a receipt of a Certificate of Liability..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Dretler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

In accordance with the Town of Sudbury Bylaws, Article XII, Town Property, Section 1. Disposal of Town-Owned Personal Property, vote to approve disposal of the vehicles and equipment listed in the...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectman Dretler motioned and Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: In accordance with the Town of Sudbury Bylaws, Article XII, Town Property, Section 1. Disposal of Town-Owned Personal Property, vote to approve disposal of the vehicles and equipment listed in the request of DPW Director Daniel Nason, dated July 10, 2019, having an estimated value of $21,820; said disposal to be in accordance with applicable Massachusetts General Laws, inclusive of. c.30, s.15.

From the minutes

“Selectman Dretler motioned and Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: In accordance with the Town of Sudbury Bylaws, Article XII, Town Property, Section 1. Disposal of Town-Owned Personal Property, vote to approve disposal of the vehicles and equipment listed in the request of DPW Director Daniel Nason, dated July 10, 2019, having an estimated value of $21,820; said disposal to be in accordance with applicable Massachusetts General Laws, inclusive of. c.30, s.15..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Roberts)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the FY20 amendment extending the contract between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority

Approve the FY20 amendment extending the contract between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectman Dretler motioned to approve the FY20 amendment extending the contract between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons through the Council on Aging effective July 1, 2019, as requested by Debra Galloway, Council on Aging Director, said Agreement to be executed by the Town Manager. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the FY20 amendment extending the contract between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons through the Council on Aging effective July 1, 2019, as requested by Debra Galloway, Council on Aging Director, said Agreement to be executed by the Town Manager.

From the minutes

“Selectman Dretler motioned to approve the FY20 amendment extending the contract between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons through the Council on Aging effective July 1, 2019, as requested by Debra Galloway, Council on Aging Director, said Agreement to be executed by the Town Manager. Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the FY20 amendment extending the contract between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons through the Council on Aging effective July 1, 2019, as requested by Debra Galloway, Council on Aging Director, said Agreement to be executed by the Town Manager..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Roberts)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Accept a grant in the amount of $10,834 from The Sudbury Foundation to fund and install three water

Accept a grant in the amount of $10,834 from The Sudbury Foundation to fund and install three water bottle filling stations at Atkinson Pool, LSRHS, and Haskell Field

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectman Dretler motioned and Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept a grant in the amount of $10,834 from The Sudbury Foundation to fund and install three water bottle filling stations at Atkinson Pool, LSRHS, and Haskell Field.

From the minutes

“Selectman Dretler motioned and Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept a grant in the amount of $10,834 from The Sudbury Foundation to fund and install three water bottle filling stations at Atkinson Pool, LSRHS, and Haskell Field..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Roberts)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve the regular session minutes of June 11, 2019

Approve the regular session minutes of June 11, 2019 as amended

Minutes, page 8

Approve minutesPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectmen Dretler moved to approve the regular session minutes of June 11, 2019 as amended. Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the regular session minutes of June 11, 2019 as amended.

From the minutes

“Selectmen Dretler moved to approve the regular session minutes of June 11, 2019 as amended. Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the regular session minutes of June 11, 2019 as amended..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Schineller)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Postpone the interview and appointment of candidate to the Energy and Sustainability Committee. Following interview, vote whether to approve the appointment of Gary Bean, 3 Wilshire Street, for a...

Minutes, page 9

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

Selectman Dretler motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To postpone the interview and appointment of candidate to the Energy and Sustainability Committee. Following interview, vote whether to approve the appointment of Gary Bean, 3 Wilshire Street, for a term ending 5/31/22.

From the minutes

“Selectman Dretler motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To postpone the interview and appointment of candidate to the Energy and Sustainability Committee. Following interview, vote whether to approve the appointment of Gary Bean, 3 Wilshire Street, for a term ending 5/31/22..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Schineller)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

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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