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September 13, 2022
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Charles G. Russo, Janie W. Dretler, Daniel E. Carty, Lisa V. Kouchakdjian, Jennifer S. Roberts
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Comments on items not on agenda
Appoint Paul Marotta, 71 Pelham Island Road, to the Council on Aging for a term expiring 5/31/23
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Paul Marotta, 71 Pelham Island Road, to the Council on Aging for a term expiring 5/31/23.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Paul Marotta, 71 Pelham Island Road, to the Council on Aging for a term expiring 5/31/23..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Roberts)
Meet with Community Paradigm to discuss next steps and Screening Committee. Bernard Lynch from
That CPA conduct the screening of Town Manager candidates by instituting a professional panel, and provide the Select Board with three or four finalists
Board Member Roberts motioned that CPA conduct the screening of Town Manager candidates by instituting a professional panel and provide the Select Board with three or four finalists. Vice-Chair Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: That CPA conduct the screening of Town Manager candidates by instituting a professional panel, and provide the Select Board with three or four finalists.
From the minutes
“Board Member Roberts motioned that CPA conduct the screening of Town Manager candidates by instituting a professional panel and provide the Select Board with three or four finalists. Vice-Chair Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: That CPA conduct the screening of Town Manager candidates by instituting a professional panel, and provide the Select Board with three or four finalists..” (Motion: Roberts, second: Dretler)
Update on Vocational Schools and letters of application to Vocational School Districts
Release the four letters and incorporating edits as suggested by Superintendent Wong to the four vocational educational districts identified in the packet, including the language: "The Town of...
This letter serves as a formal request to engage with school to be named for consideration of becoming a member." Board Member Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To release the four letters and incorporating edits as suggested by Superintendent Wong to the four vocational educational districts identified in the packet, including the language: "The Town of Sudbury is in the process of determining options to becoming a member of a vocational education school. This letter serves as a formal request to engage with school to be named for consideration of becoming a member."
From the minutes
“This letter serves as a formal request to engage with school to be named for consideration of becoming a member." Board Member Roberts moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To release the four letters and incorporating edits as suggested by Superintendent Wong to the four vocational educational districts identified in the packet, including the language: "The Town of Sudbury is in the process of determining options to becoming a member of a vocational education school. This letter serves as a formal request to engage with school to be named for consideration of becoming a member.".” (Motion: Roberts, second: Kouchakdjian)
6/28/22
Approve the Select Board Minutes of 6/28/22, as edited
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 6/28/22, as edited
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 6/28/22, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Dretler)
7/6/22
Approve the Select Board Minutes of 7/6/22, as edited
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 7/6/22, as edited
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 7/6/22, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
8/15/22
Approve the 8/15/22 Joint Meeting Minutes with the School Committee
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the 8/15/22 Joint Meeting Minutes with the School Committee.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the 8/15/22 Joint Meeting Minutes with the School Committee..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Vote to approve an award of a two-year contract to Girard & Associates, LLC by the Town Manager as a
Approve an award of a two-year contract to Girard & Associates, LLC by the Town Manager as a sole source procurement for services to be provided for the Fire Department's Advanced Life Support...
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve an award of a two-year contract to Girard & Associates, LLC by the Town Manager as a sole source procurement for services to be provided for the Fire Department's Advanced Life Support Program involving quality assurance/quality control, in the amount of $17,800 per year, for a two-year contract
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve an award of a two-year contract to Girard & Associates, LLC by the Town Manager as a sole source procurement for services to be provided for the Fire Department's Advanced Life Support Program involving quality assurance/quality control, in the amount of $17,800 per year, for a two-year contract.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Accept the resignation of Paula Hudson, 20 Adams Road, from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission, effective immediately, and send a thank you letter for her service to the Town
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Paula Hudson, 20 Adams Road, from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission, effective immediately, and send a thank you letter for her service to the Town.
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Paula Hudson, 20 Adams Road, from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission, effective immediately, and send a thank you letter for her service to the Town..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Vote to accept the resignation of Susan Abrams, 24 Hudson Road, from the Diversity, Equity, and
Accept the resignation of Susan Abrams, 24 Hudson Road, from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission, effective immediately, and send a thank you letter for her service to the Town
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Susan Abrams, 24 Hudson Road, from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission, effective immediately, and send a thank you letter for her service to the Town
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Susan Abrams, 24 Hudson Road, from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission, effective immediately, and send a thank you letter for her service to the Town.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Vote to appoint members Janie Dretler and Dan Carty to the Small Wireless Subcommittee for a term
Appoint members Janie Dretler and Dan Carty to the Small Wireless Subcommittee for a term expiring 5/31/23
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint members Janie Dretler and Dan Carty to the Small Wireless Subcommittee for a term expiring 5/31/23
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint members Janie Dretler and Dan Carty to the Small Wireless Subcommittee for a term expiring 5/31/23.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Vote to appoint Board member Dan Carty as Sudbury's designee to the MBTA Advisory Board for a term
Appoint Board member Dan Carty as Sudbury's designee to the MBTA Advisory Board for a term expiring 5/31/23
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Board member Dan Carty as Sudbury's designee to the MBTA Advisory Board for a term expiring 5/31/23
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Board member Dan Carty as Sudbury's designee to the MBTA Advisory Board for a term expiring 5/31/23.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Accept the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants and Grant of Easement regarding the Stormwater Management System for the property at 105 Boston Post Road, subject to the Stormwater Management...
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants and Grant of Easement regarding the Stormwater Management System for the property at 105 Boston Post Road, subject to the Stormwater Management Permit issued for the property
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants and Grant of Easement regarding the Stormwater Management System for the property at 105 Boston Post Road, subject to the Stormwater Management Permit issued for the property.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Approve award by the Town Manager of a contract between the Town and PARE Corporation for
Approve award by the Town Manager of a contract between the Town and PARE Corporation for engineering services to be performed relative to Cricket Pond in Heritage Park pursuant to Contractor's...
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve award by the Town Manager of a contract between the Town and PARE Corporation for engineering services to be performed relative to Cricket Pond in Heritage Park pursuant to Contractor's proposal (number GP288.22) dated August 5, 2022, in the amount of $26,500, and further, to execute all documents relative to said contract inclusive of amendments, in compliance with all Town Boards/Committees, and regulations, as needed.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve award by the Town Manager of a contract between the Town and PARE Corporation for engineering services to be performed relative to Cricket Pond in Heritage Park pursuant to Contractor's proposal (number GP288.22) dated August 5, 2022, in the amount of $26,500, and further, to execute all documents relative to said contract inclusive of amendments, in compliance with all Town Boards/Committees, and regulations, as needed..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Goodnow Library $35,000; Rhodes Memorial $600; Lydia Raymond $100; Forrest Bradshaw $100; Cheri-
Accept the following expenditure limits for the Town Trust Funds for Fiscal Year 2023: Goodnow Library $35,000; Rhodes Memorial $600; Lydia Raymond $100; Forrest Bradshaw $100; Cheri-Anne...
Board Member Carty moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the following expenditure limits for the Town Trust Funds for Fiscal Year 2023: Goodnow Library $35,000; Rhodes Memorial $600; Lydia Raymond $100; Forrest Bradshaw $100; Cheri-Anne Cavanaugh $1,000; Raymond Scholarship $1,000; Discretionary $4,000; Sept. 11 Memorial $2,000; Perpetual Care $70,000, for a total of $113,800, as requested by Dennis Keohane, Finance Director
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the following expenditure limits for the Town Trust Funds for Fiscal Year 2023: Goodnow Library $35,000; Rhodes Memorial $600; Lydia Raymond $100; Forrest Bradshaw $100; Cheri-Anne Cavanaugh $1,000; Raymond Scholarship $1,000; Discretionary $4,000; Sept. 11 Memorial $2,000; Perpetual Care $70,000, for a total of $113,800, as requested by Dennis Keohane, Finance Director.” (Motion: Carty, second: Roberts)
Vote to approve the Town of Sudbury, through its Historical Commission and Historic Districts
Approve the Town of Sudbury, through its Historical Commission and Historic Districts Commission, to become a Certified Local Government with the Massachusetts Historical Commission
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the Town of Sudbury, through its Historical Commission and Historic Districts Commission, to become a Certified Local Government with the Massachusetts Historical Commission
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve the Town of Sudbury, through its Historical Commission and Historic Districts Commission, to become a Certified Local Government with the Massachusetts Historical Commission.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Adjourn
Adjourn
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To adjourn the Select Board Meeting.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To adjourn the Select Board Meeting..” (Motion: Dretler, 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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