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April 6, 2021
14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The Present line leaves out Jennifer S. Roberts, but the roll call at the start of the meeting lists Jennifer S. Roberts as present, so Jennifer S. Roberts is counted present.
Present: Janie W. Dretler, Daniel E. Carty, William J. Schineller, Charles G. Russo, Jennifer S. Roberts
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
VOTE to open continuation of 12/15/20 Public Hearing: Vote whether to approve a request by NSTAR
Open continuation of 12/15/20 Public Hearing
Board Member Schineller moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To open continuation of 12/15/20 Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Board Member Schineller moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To open continuation of 12/15/20 Public Hearing.” (Motion: Schineller, second: Russo)
Continue the NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY Hearing to May 4, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to construct upon, along, under, or across...
Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Select Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To continue the NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY Hearing to May 4, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to construct upon, along, under, or across the following public way(s) of the Town of Sudbury, wires, cables, piers, abutments, conduits, or fixtures in accordance with plan(s) made by Eversource dated March 1, 2019, on file with said petition: Dutton Road (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor); Peakham Road (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor); Horse Pond Road (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor); Union Avenue (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor). This work is necessary to construct a new underground electric transmission line to May 4, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Yes: Dretler, Roberts, Russo, SchinellerThe minutes say Daniel E. Carty was recused, so that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts motioned and Select Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To continue the NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY Hearing to May 4, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to construct upon, along, under, or across the following public way(s) of the Town of Sudbury, wires, cables, piers, abutments, conduits, or fixtures in accordance with plan(s) made by Eversource dated March 1, 2019, on file with said petition: Dutton Road (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor); Peakham Road (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor); Horse Pond Road (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor); Union Avenue (at its intersection with the MBTA rail corridor). This work is necessary to construct a new underground electric transmission line to May 4, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Russo)
Grant a Special Permit to the Sudbury Companies of Minute and Militia, to hold the annual Parade to Commemorate Patriot's Day on Monday, April 19, 2021, from 5:30 A.M. through approximately 12:30...
Board Member Schineller motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To grant a Special Permit to the Sudbury Companies of Minute and Militia, to hold the annual Parade to Commemorate Patriot's Day on Monday, April 19, 2021, from 5:30 A.M. through approximately 12:30 P.M., subject to Police Department safety requirements, Proof of Insurance Coverage and the assurance that any litter will be removed at the parade's conclusion.
From the minutes
“Board Member Schineller motioned and Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To grant a Special Permit to the Sudbury Companies of Minute and Militia, to hold the annual Parade to Commemorate Patriot's Day on Monday, April 19, 2021, from 5:30 A.M. through approximately 12:30 P.M., subject to Police Department safety requirements, Proof of Insurance Coverage and the assurance that any litter will be removed at the parade's conclusion..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Roberts)
That upon the determination that common convenience and necessity require that said way should be laid out, vote to lay out the following Town Way with the boundaries and measurements as set forth...
Board Member Schineller motioned and Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: That upon the determination that common convenience and necessity require that said way should be laid out, vote to lay out the following Town Way with the boundaries and measurements as set forth on a plan prepared by Foresite Engineering, dated December 5, 2019, on file in the office of the Town Clerk, to be presented for acceptance at the 2021 Annual Town Meeting: Anthony Drive from North Road/Route 117 to a dead end, a distance of 613 ft. +/-; and further vote that the layout is subject to meeting the conditions and requirements deemed necessary by the Select Board prior to the execution and recording of a Deed or Order of Taking.
From the minutes
“Board Member Schineller motioned and Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: That upon the determination that common convenience and necessity require that said way should be laid out, vote to lay out the following Town Way with the boundaries and measurements as set forth on a plan prepared by Foresite Engineering, dated December 5, 2019, on file in the office of the Town Clerk, to be presented for acceptance at the 2021 Annual Town Meeting: Anthony Drive from North Road/Route 117 to a dead end, a distance of 613 ft. +/-; and further vote that the layout is subject to meeting the conditions and requirements deemed necessary by the Select Board prior to the execution and recording of a Deed or Order of Taking..” (Motion: Schineller, second: Russo)
Amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission Mission Statement to increase the number of
Amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission Mission Statement to increase the number of members from "up to 13" to "up to 14" members
Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission Mission Statement to increase the number of members from "up to 13" to "up to 14" members
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission Mission Statement to increase the number of members from "up to 13" to "up to 14" members.” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Appoint Sue Abrams, 24 Hudson Rd; Susan Tripi, 23 Belcher Dr; Nuha Muntasser, 193 Dutton Rd; Yana Bloomstein, 84 Carriage Way and Tanisha Tate, 50 Fairbank Circle to the Diversity, Equity and...
Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Sue Abrams, 24 Hudson Rd; Susan Tripi, 23 Belcher Dr; Nuha Muntasser, 193 Dutton Rd; Yana Bloomstein, 84 Carriage Way and Tanisha Tate, 50 Fairbank Circle to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission for terms to expire May 31, 2022.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Sue Abrams, 24 Hudson Rd; Susan Tripi, 23 Belcher Dr; Nuha Muntasser, 193 Dutton Rd; Yana Bloomstein, 84 Carriage Way and Tanisha Tate, 50 Fairbank Circle to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission for terms to expire May 31, 2022..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Schineller)
Discussion and vote to appoint Select Board member to serve as liaison to the Diversity, Equity and
Amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission mission statement and to increase the number of members from thirteen to fourteen
Board Member Russo motioned to amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission liaison mission statement and to increase the number of Select Board liaisons from one (1) to two (2). Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission mission statement and to increase the number of members from thirteen to fourteen.
From the minutes
“Board Member Russo motioned to amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission liaison mission statement and to increase the number of Select Board liaisons from one (1) to two (2). Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To amend the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission mission statement and to increase the number of members from thirteen to fourteen..” (Motion: Russo, second: Roberts)
Appoint two (2) liaisons to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission; Board Members Roberts and Schineller
Board Member Russo motioned to appoint two (2) liaisons to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission; Board Members Roberts and Schineller. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint two (2) liaisons to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission; Board Members Roberts and Schineller.
From the minutes
“Board Member Russo motioned to appoint two (2) liaisons to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission; Board Members Roberts and Schineller. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint two (2) liaisons to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission; Board Members Roberts and Schineller..” (Motion: Russo, second: Schineller)
Review open session minutes of 3/16/21 and possibly vote to approve minutes
Approve the open session minutes of 3/16/21, as edited
Board Member Schineller moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the open session minutes of 3/16/21, as edited
From the minutes
“Board Member Schineller moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the open session minutes of 3/16/21, as edited.” (Motion: Schineller, second: Roberts)
There were no citizen's comments
Acknowledge that the month of May is Military Appreciation Month and to sign a proclamation in this regard
Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To acknowledge that the month of May is Military Appreciation Month and to sign a proclamation in this regard
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To acknowledge that the month of May is Military Appreciation Month and to sign a proclamation in this regard.” (Motion: Roberts, second: Russo)
Sign a Proclamation recognizing May 16-23, 2021 as National Public Works Week (NPWW)
Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To sign a Proclamation recognizing May 16-23, 2021 as National Public Works Week (NPWW)
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To sign a Proclamation recognizing May 16-23, 2021 as National Public Works Week (NPWW).” (Motion: Roberts, second: Russo)
Accept a $4,059 donation of cloth face coverings and surgical masks from TJ Maxx Corp. to be distributed to high risk populations
Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a $4,059 donation of cloth face coverings and surgical masks from TJ Maxx Corp. to be distributed to high risk populations
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a $4,059 donation of cloth face coverings and surgical masks from TJ Maxx Corp. to be distributed to high risk populations.” (Motion: Roberts, second: Russo)
Send thank you letter to Jim Marotta for 14 years of service to the Town on the Park and Recreation Commission
Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To send thank you letter to Jim Marotta for 14 years of service to the Town on the Park and Recreation Commission
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To send thank you letter to Jim Marotta for 14 years of service to the Town on the Park and Recreation Commission.” (Motion: Roberts, second: Russo)
Adjourn
Vote to Adjourn Meeting Board Member Carty motioned to adjourn the meeting. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“Vote to Adjourn Meeting Board Member Carty motioned to adjourn the meeting. Vice-Chair Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Schineller-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To adjourn the meeting.” (Motion: Carty, second: Roberts)
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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