MassVoter.com← Sudbury Select BoardSudbury Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
December 1, 2020
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Janie W. Dretler, Jennifer S. Roberts, Daniel E. Carty, William J. Schineller, Charles G. Russo
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Consent Calendar
That SudburyTV record all Goodnow Library Trustees meetings
Selectman Schineller motioned to vote to request that SudburyTV record all Goodnow Library Trustees meetings. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. Selectman Russo asked if a change took place which prompted the request, and if the practicality of policies be reviewed. Selectman Carty, liaison to the Goodnow Library Trustees, stated the Library Trustees did not present the request and the request was made by resident Alice Levine, Chair of the Friends of the Goodnow Library. Selectman Carty recommended that the request submitted by Ms. Levine be included with supporting documents for this meeting. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: That SudburyTV record all Goodnow Library Trustees meetings.
From the minutes
“Selectman Schineller motioned to vote to request that SudburyTV record all Goodnow Library Trustees meetings. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. Selectman Russo asked if a change took place which prompted the request, and if the practicality of policies be reviewed. Selectman Carty, liaison to the Goodnow Library Trustees, stated the Library Trustees did not present the request and the request was made by resident Alice Levine, Chair of the Friends of the Goodnow Library. Selectman Carty recommended that the request submitted by Ms. Levine be included with supporting documents for this meeting. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: That SudburyTV record all Goodnow Library Trustees meetings..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Roberts)
Tax Classification hearing
Open the Tax Classification Hearing
Selectman Carty motioned to open the Tax Classification hearing - In accordance with General Laws Ch. 40, sec. 56, as amended, to determine the percentage of local tax levy which will be borne by each class of real and personal property, relative to setting the Fiscal Year 2021 tax rate. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To open the Tax Classification Hearing.
From the minutes
“Selectman Carty motioned to open the Tax Classification hearing - In accordance with General Laws Ch. 40, sec. 56, as amended, to determine the percentage of local tax levy which will be borne by each class of real and personal property, relative to setting the Fiscal Year 2021 tax rate. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To open the Tax Classification Hearing..” (Motion: Carty, second: Roberts)
Vote not to adopt a Residential Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5C for Fiscal Year 2021
Not to adopt a Residential Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5C for Fiscal Year 2021
Selectman Schineller motioned not to adopt a Residential Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5C for Fiscal Year 2021. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Not to adopt a Residential Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5C for Fiscal Year 2021.
From the minutes
“Selectman Schineller motioned not to adopt a Residential Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5C for Fiscal Year 2021. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Not to adopt a Residential Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5C for Fiscal Year 2021..” (Motion: Schineller)
Vote not to adopt a Small Commercial Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5I for Fiscal Year 2021
Not to adopt a Small Commercial Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5I for Fiscal Year 2021
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned not to adopt a Small Commercial Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5I for Fiscal Year 2021. Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Not to adopt a Small Commercial Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5I for Fiscal Year 2021.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned not to adopt a Small Commercial Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5I for Fiscal Year 2021. Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Not to adopt a Small Commercial Exemption pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 5I for Fiscal Year 2021..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Russo)
The Sudbury Board of Selectmen votes in accordance with M.G.L., Ch. 40, Sec. 56, as amended, the
The Sudbury Board of Selectmen votes in accordance with M.G.L., Ch. 40, Sec. 56, as amended, the percentage of local tax levy which will be borne by each class of real and personal property,...
Selectman Schineller motioned, and Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: The Sudbury Board of Selectmen votes in accordance with M.G.L., Ch. 40, Sec. 56, as amended, the percentage of local tax levy which will be borne by each class of real and personal property, relative to setting the Fiscal Year 2021 tax rates and sets the Residential Factor at 0.9752, with a corresponding CIP shift of 1.33.
From the minutes
“Selectman Schineller motioned, and Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: The Sudbury Board of Selectmen votes in accordance with M.G.L., Ch. 40, Sec. 56, as amended, the percentage of local tax levy which will be borne by each class of real and personal property, relative to setting the Fiscal Year 2021 tax rates and sets the Residential Factor at 0.9752, with a corresponding CIP shift of 1.33..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Russo)
In accordance with Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2012, the total Fiscal Year 2021 funding cap on exemptions granted by the Sudbury Means Tested Senior Tax Exemption Program shall be. 0.5115847% of...
Selectman Russo motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. Selectman Schineller indicated that there are more seniors in Sudbury who could benefit from a tax break, and would benefit a Town such as Sudbury that has a high level of homeowners with children who attend the Sudbury schools. He suggested that consideration be given to increased senior tax exemption possibilities. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: In accordance with Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2012, the total Fiscal Year 2021 funding cap on exemptions granted by the Sudbury Means Tested Senior Tax Exemption Program shall be. 0.5115847% of the FY 2021 Residential Property Tax Levy.
From the minutes
“Selectman Russo motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. Selectman Schineller indicated that there are more seniors in Sudbury who could benefit from a tax break, and would benefit a Town such as Sudbury that has a high level of homeowners with children who attend the Sudbury schools. He suggested that consideration be given to increased senior tax exemption possibilities. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: In accordance with Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2012, the total Fiscal Year 2021 funding cap on exemptions granted by the Sudbury Means Tested Senior Tax Exemption Program shall be. 0.5115847% of the FY 2021 Residential Property Tax Levy..” (Motion: Russo, second: Roberts)
Vote to close the Tax Classification public hearing
Close the public hearing
Selectman Carty motioned to close the public hearing. Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Selectman Carty motioned to close the public hearing. Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To close the public hearing..” (Motion: Carty, second: Russo)
Discussion of BFRT Advisory Task Force Candidate Selection Process
Re-appoint John Drobinski and Lana Szwarc to the current iteration of BFRT Advisory Task Force
Selectman Russo motioned to re-appoint John Drobinski and Lana Szwarc to the current iteration of BFRT Advisory Task Force. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-2-0; Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-no, Schineller-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To re-appoint John Drobinski and Lana Szwarc to the current iteration of BFRT Advisory Task Force.
Yes: Dretler, Roberts, RussoNo: Carty, Schineller
From the minutes
“Selectman Russo motioned to re-appoint John Drobinski and Lana Szwarc to the current iteration of BFRT Advisory Task Force. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-2-0; Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-no, Schineller-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To re-appoint John Drobinski and Lana Szwarc to the current iteration of BFRT Advisory Task Force..” (Motion: Russo, second: Roberts)
That candidate applications/questionnaires be ranked to determine a short list of 4 candidates (or more if tie) be interviewed on January 12, 2021
Selectman Russo motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: That candidate applications/questionnaires be ranked to determine a short list of 4 candidates (or more if tie) be interviewed on January 12, 2021.
From the minutes
“Selectman Russo motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: That candidate applications/questionnaires be ranked to determine a short list of 4 candidates (or more if tie) be interviewed on January 12, 2021..” (Motion: Russo, second: Roberts)
Open 2021 ATM warrant and announce that Annual Town Meeting will commence Monday, May 3, 2021 at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. Warrant to close Friday, January 29, 2021 at 12:00 Noon
Selectman Schineller moved in the words of the Chair. Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To open 2021 ATM warrant and announce that Annual Town Meeting will commence Monday, May 3, 2021 at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. Warrant to close Friday, January 29, 2021 at 12:00 Noon.
From the minutes
“Selectman Schineller moved in the words of the Chair. Selectman Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To open 2021 ATM warrant and announce that Annual Town Meeting will commence Monday, May 3, 2021 at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. Warrant to close Friday, January 29, 2021 at 12:00 Noon..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Russo)
Discussion and possible vote to approve goals from 11/16/20 meeting
Recess for five minutes
Chair Dretler motioned to recess for five minutes. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0: Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To recess for five minutes
From the minutes
“Chair Dretler motioned to recess for five minutes. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0: Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To recess for five minutes.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Roberts)
Review open session minutes of 10/20//20 and 11/4/20 and possibly vote to approve minutes
Approve the minutes of 10/20/20 as edited
Selectman Carty motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0: Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the minutes of 10/20/20 as edited.
From the minutes
“Selectman Carty motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0: Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the minutes of 10/20/20 as edited..” (Motion: Carty, second: Roberts)
Approve the minutes of 11/4/20 as edited
Selectman Russo motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the minutes of 11/4/20 as edited.
From the minutes
“Selectman Russo motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the minutes of 11/4/20 as edited..” (Motion: Russo, second: Roberts)
Vote to accept Park and Recreation Donations
Accept a $165.80 donation from Jack Carty's Eagle Scout Project for deposit to the Program Contributions and Donations Account (191448/483100). Also vote to accept a $1,000 donation from Lucinda...
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a $165.80 donation from Jack Carty's Eagle Scout Project for deposit to the Program Contributions and Donations Account (191448/483100). Also vote to accept a $1,000 donation from Lucinda Lagasse for deposit to the Pool Donations Account 191748/483100, as requested by Dennis Mannone, Park & Recreation/Aquatics Director.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a $165.80 donation from Jack Carty's Eagle Scout Project for deposit to the Program Contributions and Donations Account (191448/483100). Also vote to accept a $1,000 donation from Lucinda Lagasse for deposit to the Pool Donations Account 191748/483100, as requested by Dennis Mannone, Park & Recreation/Aquatics Director..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Vote to authorize the chairman to execute a letter requesting data from GIC to use in processing
Authorize the chairman to execute a letter requesting data from GIC to use in processing employees' W-2 forms, as requested by Robin Porcella, Asst. Town Accountant
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned to vote to authorize the chairman to execute a letter requesting data from GIC to use in processing employees' W-2 forms, as requested by Robin Porcella, Asst. Town Accountant. Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To authorize the chairman to execute a letter requesting data from GIC to use in processing employees' W-2 forms, as requested by Robin Porcella, Asst. Town Accountant.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned to vote to authorize the chairman to execute a letter requesting data from GIC to use in processing employees' W-2 forms, as requested by Robin Porcella, Asst. Town Accountant. Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To authorize the chairman to execute a letter requesting data from GIC to use in processing employees' W-2 forms, as requested by Robin Porcella, Asst. Town Accountant..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Vote to approve execution by the Town Manager of the Statement of Work between the Town of Sudbury
Approve execution by the Town Manager of the Statement of Work between the Town of Sudbury and ePlus Technolgy, Inc. for the UC Upgrade of the Town's telephone/IP Communication system; and further...
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve execution by the Town Manager of the Statement of Work between the Town of Sudbury and ePlus Technolgy, Inc. for the UC Upgrade of the Town's telephone/IP Communication system; and further to approve execution of any documents relative to said contract.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve execution by the Town Manager of the Statement of Work between the Town of Sudbury and ePlus Technolgy, Inc. for the UC Upgrade of the Town's telephone/IP Communication system; and further to approve execution of any documents relative to said contract..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Vote to accept Cultural Council resignation
Accept the resignation of Tania Vivitsky, 55 Hudson Road, #8, from the Cultural Council and send her a thank-you letter for her service to the Town
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Tania Vivitsky, 55 Hudson Road, #8, from the Cultural Council and send her a thank-you letter for her service to the Town.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Tania Vivitsky, 55 Hudson Road, #8, from the Cultural Council and send her a thank-you letter for her service to the Town..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Authorize the Town Manager, through the Department of Public Works, to locate and mark the of town boundary markers; record such; and provide copy of records to contiguous towns and cities in...
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To authorize the Town Manager, through the Department of Public Works, to locate and mark the of town boundary markers; record such; and provide copy of records to contiguous towns and cities in accordance with G.L. chapter 42, section 2. This is a five-year cycle and applies to years ending with five and zero.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To authorize the Town Manager, through the Department of Public Works, to locate and mark the of town boundary markers; record such; and provide copy of records to contiguous towns and cities in accordance with G.L. chapter 42, section 2. This is a five-year cycle and applies to years ending with five and zero..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Vote to approve change of restricted entry times in the Pheasant Avenue/Meadow Drive neighborhood
Approve the change of restricted entry times in the Pheasant Avenue/Meadow Drive neighborhood as follows: (1) Entering Meadow Drive from Old Lancaster Road be restricted from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM...
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the change of restricted entry times in the Pheasant Avenue/Meadow Drive neighborhood as follows: (1) Entering Meadow Drive from Old Lancaster Road be restricted from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM (2) Entering Pheasant Avenue from Union Avenue be restricted from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. This request is due to the change in school start times.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Selectman Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the change of restricted entry times in the Pheasant Avenue/Meadow Drive neighborhood as follows: (1) Entering Meadow Drive from Old Lancaster Road be restricted from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM (2) Entering Pheasant Avenue from Union Avenue be restricted from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. This request is due to the change in school start times..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Vote to adjourn meeting
Adjourn
Selectman Russo motioned to adjourn the meeting. Selectman Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye. VOTED: To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“Selectman Russo motioned to adjourn the meeting. Selectman Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye. VOTED: To adjourn the meeting.” (Motion: Russo, second: Carty)
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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