MassVoter.com← Sudbury Select BoardSudbury Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
March 17, 2020
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Daniel E. Carty, Patricia A. Brown, Janie W. Dretler, Jennifer S. Roberts, William J. Schineller
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Interim Town Manager to provide update on Coronavirus in relation to Town services and events
Declare a State of Emergency in Sudbury, subject to support of confirmation from the Board of Health within the next 24 hours
Selectman Dretler made the motion, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously. VOTED: To declare a State of Emergency in Sudbury, subject to support of confirmation from the Board of Health within the next 24 hours.
From the minutes
“Selectman Dretler made the motion, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously. VOTED: To declare a State of Emergency in Sudbury, subject to support of confirmation from the Board of Health within the next 24 hours..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Schineller)
Annual Town Election Postponement - Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 - 1) A potential vote of the Board of
Item 2: That, whereas the rapidly-evolving public health issues associated with coronavirus COVID-19, including the swift spread of the disease, present lack of containment, and the risk to the...
Chair Carty moved in the words of the motion, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: Item 2: That, whereas the rapidly-evolving public health issues associated with coronavirus COVID-19, including the swift spread of the disease, present lack of containment, and the risk to the most vulnerable populations inherent in public gatherings; whereas various public and private entities, including municipalities, professional sports leagues, universities, school districts, cultural institutions and events, and more, have been cancelled, closed, or temporarily suspended; whereas the World Health Organization has identified the current crisis as a pandemic; whereas the Governor has declared a State of Emergency in the Commonwealth, and the President has declared a State of Emergency for the country, and whereas the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention have recommended gatherings of no more than 10 people, the Town is taking action consistent with recommendations from federal and state agencies and officials to limit the spread of this disease amongst the residents and voters of the Town, its officials and employees, and visitors, including, closing schools and public buildings, limiting in-person meetings and other gatherings in Town office buildings, and encouraging residents to communicate with Town staff by e-mail and telephone to the extent possible. For all of these reasons, the Board of Selectmen votes to immediately request the Go
From the minutes
“Chair Carty moved in the words of the motion, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: Item 2: That, whereas the rapidly-evolving public health issues associated with coronavirus COVID-19, including the swift spread of the disease, present lack of containment, and the risk to the most vulnerable populations inherent in public gatherings; whereas various public and private entities, including municipalities, professional sports leagues, universities, school districts, cultural institutions and events, and more, have been cancelled, closed, or temporarily suspended; whereas the World Health Organization has identified the current crisis as a pandemic; whereas the Governor has declared a State of Emergency in the Commonwealth, and the President has declared a State of Emergency for the country, and whereas the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention have recommended gatherings of no more than 10 people, the Town is taking action consistent with recommendations from federal and state agencies and officials to limit the spread of this disease amongst the residents and voters of the Town, its officials and employees, and visitors, including, closing schools and public buildings, limiting in-person meetings and other gatherings in Town office buildings, and encouraging residents to communicate with Town staff by e-mail and telephone to the extent possible. For all of these reasons, the Board of Selectmen votes to immediately request the Governor to file emergency legislation on behalf of the Town, a so-called "Governor's bill", seeking authorization to delay and reschedule the Annual Town Election to a date to be determined by the Selectmen in consultation with the Town Clerk, Board of Health, and other public safety personnel, addressing the submission of nomination papers, and authorizing early voting by mail in connection with such postponed election, provided, further, that all nominations, and actions undertaken for the Annual Town Election be ratified, validated and confirmed as though undertaken consistent with the date of the postponed election; and, further, if such legislation is not passed prior to the date of scheduled Annual Town Election, to ratify, validate and confirm the Board's vote to postpone the 2020 Annual Town Election; finally, the Board calls upon its legislative delegation to support the filing of this special legislation, and also wishes to provide direction to such delegation that it supports the filing of generally applicable legislation allowing for the postponement of municipal elections this fiscal year..” (Motion: Carty, second: Schineller)
Item 3: That in light of the action taken under Items 1 and 2, the desire to ensure that all voters of the Town, including those characterized by the federal government as the most vulnerable, be...
Chair Carty moved in the words of the motion. Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: Item 3: That in light of the action taken under Items 1 and 2, the desire to ensure that all voters of the Town, including those characterized by the federal government as the most vulnerable, be able to participate in the election, the factual circumstance as issue, and the general concern regarding the transmission of novel coronavirus COVID-19, the Board vote to postpone the date of the Annual Town Election in accord with the special legislation it has requested the Governor file; and further, to request that the Town Manager take such other action as may be necessary to inform the public of the action taken hereunder.
From the minutes
“Chair Carty moved in the words of the motion. Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: Item 3: That in light of the action taken under Items 1 and 2, the desire to ensure that all voters of the Town, including those characterized by the federal government as the most vulnerable, be able to participate in the election, the factual circumstance as issue, and the general concern regarding the transmission of novel coronavirus COVID-19, the Board vote to postpone the date of the Annual Town Election in accord with the special legislation it has requested the Governor file; and further, to request that the Town Manager take such other action as may be necessary to inform the public of the action taken hereunder..” (Motion: Carty, second: Schineller)
Discussion of Bonding options (20-year vs. 30-year vs. other) for the Fairbank Community Center
Accept the audited financial statements for the Town of Sudbury for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2019. Said statements include Sudbury's Comprehensive Annual Financial (CAFR) report, Governance...
Vice-Chair Brown motioned, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the audited financial statements for the Town of Sudbury for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2019. Said statements include Sudbury's Comprehensive Annual Financial (CAFR) report, Governance Letter, and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) reports.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Brown motioned, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the audited financial statements for the Town of Sudbury for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2019. Said statements include Sudbury's Comprehensive Annual Financial (CAFR) report, Governance Letter, and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) reports..” (Motion: Brown, second: Schineller)
Bella Wong - LSRHS E&D and use of $400K school technology mitigation funds (Meadow Walk)
Approve the use of $400K school technology mitigation funds (Meadow Walk) for LSRHS
Chair Carty motioned, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the use of $400K school technology mitigation funds (Meadow Walk) for LSRHS.
From the minutes
“Chair Carty motioned, and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the use of $400K school technology mitigation funds (Meadow Walk) for LSRHS..” (Motion: Carty, second: Schineller)
Discussion/update on 15 Union Avenue
Extend the current permitting for an additional 6-months with continued monitoring for the temporary storage unit located at 15 Union Avenue
Selectman Schineller motioned, and Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To extend the current permitting for an additional 6-months with continued monitoring for the temporary storage unit located at 15 Union Avenue.
From the minutes
“Selectman Schineller motioned, and Selectman Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To extend the current permitting for an additional 6-months with continued monitoring for the temporary storage unit located at 15 Union Avenue..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Roberts)
Vote to sign letter of support to The Sudbury Foundation
Sign letter of support to The Sudbury Foundation regarding the Sudbury Housing Authority's undertaking of preliminary assessments of Town-owned parcels for potential future development of...
Selectman Schineller motioned to sign letter of support to The Sudbury Foundation regarding the Sudbury Housing Authority's undertaking of preliminary assessments of Town-owned parcels for potential future development of affordable rental housing, with inclusion of "low density" language and the elimination of Broadacres Farm. Chair Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To sign letter of support to The Sudbury Foundation regarding the Sudbury Housing Authority's undertaking of preliminary assessments of Town-owned parcels for potential future development of affordable rental housing, with inclusion of "low density" language and elimination of Broadacres Farm.
From the minutes
“Selectman Schineller motioned to sign letter of support to The Sudbury Foundation regarding the Sudbury Housing Authority's undertaking of preliminary assessments of Town-owned parcels for potential future development of affordable rental housing, with inclusion of "low density" language and the elimination of Broadacres Farm. Chair Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To sign letter of support to The Sudbury Foundation regarding the Sudbury Housing Authority's undertaking of preliminary assessments of Town-owned parcels for potential future development of affordable rental housing, with inclusion of "low density" language and elimination of Broadacres Farm..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Carty)
2020 Housing Choice Community Designation Application form
Authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the 2020 Housing Choice Community Designation Application form
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the 2020 Housing Choice Community Designation Application form.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the 2020 Housing Choice Community Designation Application form..”
Allocate $20,000 of the $100,000 of mitigation funds listed in item 4.2.c. of the Meadow Walk Development Agreement to the Go Sudbury! Micro transit Pilot Program
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To allocate $20,000 of the $100,000 of mitigation funds listed in item 4.2.c. of the Meadow Walk Development Agreement to the Go Sudbury! Micro transit Pilot Program.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To allocate $20,000 of the $100,000 of mitigation funds listed in item 4.2.c. of the Meadow Walk Development Agreement to the Go Sudbury! Micro transit Pilot Program..”
Approve the acceptance of a grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the amount of $6,448.94 to fund the purchase of Protective Gear Washer-Extractor to be used by the...
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the acceptance of a grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the amount of $6,448.94 to fund the purchase of Protective Gear Washer-Extractor to be used by the Fire Department for the cleaning of firefighting protective gear.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve the acceptance of a grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the amount of $6,448.94 to fund the purchase of Protective Gear Washer-Extractor to be used by the Fire Department for the cleaning of firefighting protective gear..”
Approve regular session minutes of 1/9/20 and 2/11/20
Approve regular session minutes of 1/9/20 and 2/11/20
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve regular session minutes of 1/9/20 and 2/11/20.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To approve regular session minutes of 1/9/20 and 2/11/20..”
Accept the resignation of Amy Unckless from the Council on Aging
Accept the resignation of Amy Unckless, 26 Anselm Way, from the Council on Aging, and send a letter of thanks for her service to the Town
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the resignation of Amy Unckless, 26 Anselm Way, from the Council on Aging, and send a letter of thanks for her service to the Town.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To accept the resignation of Amy Unckless, 26 Anselm Way, from the Council on Aging, and send a letter of thanks for her service to the Town..”
Enter into the Town record and congratulate Dane McDonald of Scout Troop 156 for having achieved the
Enter into the Town record and congratulate Dane McDonald of Scout Troop 156 for having achieved the high honor of Eagle Scout
It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To enter into the Town record and congratulate Dane McDonald of Scout Troop 156 for having achieved the high honor of Eagle Scout.
From the minutes
“It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To enter into the Town record and congratulate Dane McDonald of Scout Troop 156 for having achieved the high honor of Eagle Scout..”
Close open session and vote to continue Executive Session
Close open session and vote to continue Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or...
Close open session and vote to continue Executive Session Chair Carty motioned and Vice-Chair Brown seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To close open session and vote to continue Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) (Interim Town Manager contract).
From the minutes
“Close open session and vote to continue Executive Session Chair Carty motioned and Vice-Chair Brown seconded the motion. It was on motion unanimously VOTED: To close open session and vote to continue Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) (Interim Town Manager contract)..” (Motion: Carty, second: Brown)
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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