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December 21, 2021
13 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Jennifer S. Roberts, Charles G. Russo, Daniel E. Carty, William J. Schineller, Janie W. Dretler
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Citizens Comments on items not on the agenda
Ratify the vote taken in Executive Session on 12/21/21, regarding the collective bargaining agreement with the Town of Sudbury and the Sudbury Police Union, Local 370, Massachusetts Coalition of...
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To ratify the vote taken in Executive Session on 12/21/21, regarding the collective bargaining agreement with the Town of Sudbury and the Sudbury Police Union, Local 370, Massachusetts Coalition of Police, AFL-CIO, dated December 13, 2021.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Schineller seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To ratify the vote taken in Executive Session on 12/21/21, regarding the collective bargaining agreement with the Town of Sudbury and the Sudbury Police Union, Local 370, Massachusetts Coalition of Police, AFL-CIO, dated December 13, 2021..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Schineller)
Vote, as the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, to renew the Alcoholic Beverages, Common
Vote, as the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, to renew the Alcoholic Beverages, Common Victualler and Entertainment licenses until December 31, 2022, and the Motor Vehicle Classes 1,...
Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To vote, as the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, to renew the Alcoholic Beverages, Common Victualler and Entertainment licenses until December 31, 2022, and the Motor Vehicle Classes 1, 2, and 3 licenses until January 1, 2023, as shown on the attached "2022 License Application Form", and to forward the appropriate renewal forms to the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, where applicable; said licenses to be held subject to payment of the required license fees, compliance with the Select Board's Alcohol Training Policy, correction of any/all outstanding health, safety or zoning violations, receipt of verification of Workers' Compensation Insurance for the licensing period, and the payment of all outstanding personal property taxes, real estate taxes and state taxes; said licenses shall also be subject to all previous restrictions, and meeting any other outstanding requirements.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To vote, as the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, to renew the Alcoholic Beverages, Common Victualler and Entertainment licenses until December 31, 2022, and the Motor Vehicle Classes 1, 2, and 3 licenses until January 1, 2023, as shown on the attached "2022 License Application Form", and to forward the appropriate renewal forms to the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, where applicable; said licenses to be held subject to payment of the required license fees, compliance with the Select Board's Alcohol Training Policy, correction of any/all outstanding health, safety or zoning violations, receipt of verification of Workers' Compensation Insurance for the licensing period, and the payment of all outstanding personal property taxes, real estate taxes and state taxes; said licenses shall also be subject to all previous restrictions, and meeting any other outstanding requirements..” (Motion: Russo, second: Dretler)
Grant a license reduction of $875 to Sobre Mesa reflective of the 2022 license
Vice-Chair Russo moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To grant a license reduction of $875 to Sobre Mesa reflective of the 2022 license
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Russo moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To grant a license reduction of $875 to Sobre Mesa reflective of the 2022 license.” (Motion: Russo, second: Carty)
Update from Sudbury Public Schools administration on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) project
Approve the Quarry North Mitigation Funds request for Deputy Building and Electrical Inspectors at Cold Brook Crossing for the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $32,000
Board Member Dretler motioned to approve the Quarry North Mitigation Funds request for Deputy Building and Electrical Inspectors at Cold Brook Crossing for the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $32,000. Vice-Chair Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the Quarry North Mitigation Funds request for Deputy Building and Electrical Inspectors at Cold Brook Crossing for the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $32,000.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler motioned to approve the Quarry North Mitigation Funds request for Deputy Building and Electrical Inspectors at Cold Brook Crossing for the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $32,000. Vice-Chair Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the Quarry North Mitigation Funds request for Deputy Building and Electrical Inspectors at Cold Brook Crossing for the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $32,000..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Russo)
Recess
That the Board recess for five minutes and return at 10:09 p.m
Chair Roberts motioned to that the Board recess for five minutes and return at 10:09 p.m. Mr. Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: That the Board recess for five minutes and return at 10:09 p.m.
From the minutes
“Chair Roberts motioned to that the Board recess for five minutes and return at 10:09 p.m. Mr. Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: That the Board recess for five minutes and return at 10:09 p.m..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Russo)
Resend the letter originally sent to Senator Eldridge and Representative Gentile on October 29, 2021 in support of funding for sustainability initiatives; with the afore mentioned changes
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Vice- Chair Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To resend the letter originally sent to Senator Eldridge and Representative Gentile on October 29, 2021 in support of funding for sustainability initiatives; with the afore mentioned changes.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Vice- Chair Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To resend the letter originally sent to Senator Eldridge and Representative Gentile on October 29, 2021 in support of funding for sustainability initiatives; with the afore mentioned changes..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Russo)
Discuss and possible vote to approve proposed 2022 Municipal Update Newsletter Schedule of Deadlines
Approve proposed 2022 Municipal Update Newsletter Schedule of Deadlines for Select Board assignment, submission and approval
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve proposed 2022 Municipal Update Newsletter Schedule of Deadlines for Select Board assignment, submission and approval.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Schineller-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve proposed 2022 Municipal Update Newsletter Schedule of Deadlines for Select Board assignment, submission and approval..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Consent Calendar
Approve petition and plan presented by the Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy and Verizon for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to relocate one (1) pole #78/148 at North...
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve petition and plan presented by the Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy and Verizon for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to relocate one (1) pole #78/148 at North Road, northerly side at Emery Lane. This work is necessary to clear access for a new road at new residential development, Cold Brook Crossing.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve petition and plan presented by the Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy and Verizon for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to relocate one (1) pole #78/148 at North Road, northerly side at Emery Lane. This work is necessary to clear access for a new road at new residential development, Cold Brook Crossing..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Vote to approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/25 for those Active Employees
Approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/25 for those Active Employees who currently participate in the program and for those Active Employees enrolled in our health plans...
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/25 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
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve to continue the Opt-Out Incentive Program through 6/30/25 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.".” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Approve a one-hour extension of the licensed closing hour and serving of alcoholic beverages for Sobre Mesa, 29 Hudson Road, on Friday, December 31, 2021 (New Year's Eve), on the condition that...
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve a one-hour extension of the licensed closing hour and serving of alcoholic beverages for Sobre Mesa, 29 Hudson Road, on Friday, December 31, 2021 (New Year's Eve), on the condition that the kitchen remains open, and food is served.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve a one-hour extension of the licensed closing hour and serving of alcoholic beverages for Sobre Mesa, 29 Hudson Road, on Friday, December 31, 2021 (New Year's Eve), on the condition that the kitchen remains open, and food is served..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Vote to approve the sale (via Municibid) of a surplus 2008 E-One Pumper fire engine in the amount of
Approve the sale (via Municibid) of a surplus 2008 E-One Pumper fire engine in the amount of $16,300
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the sale (via Municibid) of a surplus 2008 E-One Pumper fire engine in the amount of $16,300.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Schineller-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the sale (via Municibid) of a surplus 2008 E-One Pumper fire engine in the amount of $16,300..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Review open session minutes of 11/3/21 and possibly vote to approve minutes
Approve the open session minutes of 11/3/21, as edited
Vice-Chair Russo moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the open session minutes of 11/3/21, as edited.
Yes: Carty, Dretler, Roberts, RussoWilliam J. Schineller had left the meeting and is not in the roll call for this vote.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Russo moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the open session minutes of 11/3/21, as edited..” (Motion: Russo, second: Dretler)
Adjourn
Adjourn
Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Vice- Chair Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To adjourn the meeting
Yes: Carty, Dretler, Roberts, RussoWilliam J. Schineller had left the meeting and is not in the roll call for this vote.
From the minutes
“Board Member Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Vice- Chair Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To adjourn the meeting.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Russo)
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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