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April 4, 2023
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The minutes list Jennifer S. Roberts as absent.
Present: Charles G. Russo, Janie W. Dretler, Daniel E. Carty, Lisa V. Kouchakdjian
Absent: Jennifer S. Roberts
Every vote, in order
Public Comment
Reopen the public hearing on whether to approve the application of Sudbury Sundries, Inc, d/b/a Sudbury Sundries, 100 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for a Package Store License for the Sale of Wine &...
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To reopen the public hearing on whether to approve the application of Sudbury Sundries, Inc, d/b/a Sudbury Sundries, 100 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for a Package Store License for the Sale of Wine & Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.15
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To reopen the public hearing on whether to approve the application of Sudbury Sundries, Inc, d/b/a Sudbury Sundries, 100 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for a Package Store License for the Sale of Wine & Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.15.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
As the Local Licensing Authority, voted to deny the application of Sudbury Sundries, Inc, d/b/a Sudbury Sundries, 100 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for a Package Store License for the Sale of Wine &...
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: As the Local Licensing Authority, voted to deny the application of Sudbury Sundries, Inc, d/b/a Sudbury Sundries, 100 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for a Package Store License for the Sale of Wine & Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.15
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: As the Local Licensing Authority, voted to deny the application of Sudbury Sundries, Inc, d/b/a Sudbury Sundries, 100 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for a Package Store License for the Sale of Wine & Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.15.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Vote to close Public Hearing and resume Select Board meeting
Close Public Hearing and resume Select Board meeting
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To close Public Hearing and resume Select Board meeting
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To close Public Hearing and resume Select Board meeting.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Interview two applicants for appointment to the Historic Districts Commission (HDC). Following
Appoint Peter Iovanella, 258 Dutton Road, as an associate member on the Historic Districts Commission (HDC) for a 5-year term to expire 1/1/2028
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Peter Iovanella, 258 Dutton Road, as an associate member on the Historic Districts Commission (HDC) for a 5-year term to expire 1/1/2028.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Peter Iovanella, 258 Dutton Road, as an associate member on the Historic Districts Commission (HDC) for a 5-year term to expire 1/1/2028..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
John Griffith Noble
Appoint John Griffith Noble, 258 Dutton Road, as a full-member on the Historic Districts Commission (HDC) for a 5-year term to expire 1/1/2028
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint John Griffith Noble, 258 Dutton Road, as a full-member on the Historic Districts Commission (HDC) for a 5-year term to expire 1/1/2028.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint John Griffith Noble, 258 Dutton Road, as a full-member on the Historic Districts Commission (HDC) for a 5-year term to expire 1/1/2028..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Interview applicant for the Historical Commission. Following interview, vote whether to appoint Bill
Appoint Bill Andreas, 29 King Philip Road, to the Historical Commission for a term expiring 5/31/2026
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Bill Andreas, 29 King Philip Road, to the Historical Commission for a term expiring 5/31/2026
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To appoint Bill Andreas, 29 King Philip Road, to the Historical Commission for a term expiring 5/31/2026.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Discussion and possible vote on ATM articles 38 and 41
Support Article 38 - Amend General Bylaws, Article IX, Section 4200, Water Resource Protection Overlay Districts
Board Member Carty moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To support Article 38 - Amend General Bylaws, Article IX, Section 4200, Water Resource Protection Overlay Districts
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To support Article 38 - Amend General Bylaws, Article IX, Section 4200, Water Resource Protection Overlay Districts.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Support Article 41 - Community Preservation Act Fund - 67-73 Nobscot Road Acquisition, Design, and Construction ($438,000)
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To support Article 41 - Community Preservation Act Fund - 67-73 Nobscot Road Acquisition, Design, and Construction ($438,000)
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To support Article 41 - Community Preservation Act Fund - 67-73 Nobscot Road Acquisition, Design, and Construction ($438,000).” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Petition Article 55 - Control of Firearms Zoning
That the Select Board will report at Town Meeting regarding its position on Warrant Article 55 regarding the control of firearms within Sudbury zoning
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: That the Select Board will report at Town Meeting regarding its position on Warrant Article 55 regarding the control of firearms within Sudbury zoning.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: That the Select Board will report at Town Meeting regarding its position on Warrant Article 55 regarding the control of firearms within Sudbury zoning..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Article 15 - Fairbank Community Center A/V Equipment and Associated Funding - $200,00
Accept and include Article 15 on the Warrant, as drafted
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept and include Article 15 on the Warrant, as drafted.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept and include Article 15 on the Warrant, as drafted..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Sign the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, which must be delivered to residents by 4/24/2023
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To sign the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, which must be delivered to residents by 4/24/2023.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To sign the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, which must be delivered to residents by 4/24/2023..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Vote to proclaim April 7, 2023 as Commission on Disability Day in Sudbury and sign a proclamation in
Proclaim April 7, 2023 as Commission on Disability Day in Sudbury and sign a proclamation in that regard
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To proclaim April 7, 2023 as Commission on Disability Day in Sudbury and sign a proclamation in that regard
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To proclaim April 7, 2023 as Commission on Disability Day in Sudbury and sign a proclamation in that regard.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Proclaim May 2023 as Military Month and sign a proclamation in that regard
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To proclaim May 2023 as Military Month and sign a proclamation in that regard
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To proclaim May 2023 as Military Month and sign a proclamation in that regard.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Accept the grant of Walkway Easement set forth in the Easement document entitled "Easement for Pedestrian Access" executed by property owner Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston, for property...
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the grant of Walkway Easement set forth in the Easement document entitled "Easement for Pedestrian Access" executed by property owner Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston, for property located at 178 Concord Road and shown on "Easement Plan, Property of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston, 178 Concord Road, Sudbury, MA"; subject to receipt of the executed Easement document
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the grant of Walkway Easement set forth in the Easement document entitled "Easement for Pedestrian Access" executed by property owner Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston, for property located at 178 Concord Road and shown on "Easement Plan, Property of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston, 178 Concord Road, Sudbury, MA"; subject to receipt of the executed Easement document.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Vote to approve award of contract by the Town Manager to Ellingwood Construction, Inc. in the amount
Approve award of contract by the Town Manager to Ellingwood Construction, Inc. in the amount of $465,200 to commence work on the Town's Complete Streets project; and further to execute any...
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve award of contract by the Town Manager to Ellingwood Construction, Inc. in the amount of $465,200 to commence work on the Town's Complete Streets project; and further to execute any documents inclusive of funded change orders required relative to said contract
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To approve award of contract by the Town Manager to Ellingwood Construction, Inc. in the amount of $465,200 to commence work on the Town's Complete Streets project; and further to execute any documents inclusive of funded change orders required relative to said contract.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Vote to approve the Town Manager's execution of a contract with Pare Corporation in regard to
Approve the Town Manager's execution of a contract with Pare Corporation in regard to engineering services related to design of a section of walkway along Peakham Road as requested by the DPW...
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Vice-Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Town Manager's execution of a contract with Pare Corporation in regard to engineering services related to design of a section of walkway along Peakham Road as requested by the DPW utilizing existing DPW funding; and further to execute any documents inclusive of change orders required relative to said contract
Yes: Carty, Dretler, KouchakdjianThe minutes say Charles G. Russo was recused, so that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Vice-Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Town Manager's execution of a contract with Pare Corporation in regard to engineering services related to design of a section of walkway along Peakham Road as requested by the DPW utilizing existing DPW funding; and further to execute any documents inclusive of change orders required relative to said contract.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Vote to accept a $100,000 grant awarded to The Friends of the Sudbury Senior Citizens, Inc. from the
Accept a $100,000 grant awarded to The Friends of the Sudbury Senior Citizens, Inc. from the Cummings Foundation. This grant will be utilized to fund the purchase and installation of kitchen...
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept a $100,000 grant awarded to The Friends of the Sudbury Senior Citizens, Inc. from the Cummings Foundation. This grant will be utilized to fund the purchase and installation of kitchen equipment at the new Fairbank Community Center currently under construction
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept a $100,000 grant awarded to The Friends of the Sudbury Senior Citizens, Inc. from the Cummings Foundation. This grant will be utilized to fund the purchase and installation of kitchen equipment at the new Fairbank Community Center currently under construction.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Accept the resignation of Steven Greene, 38 Elaine Road, from the Historical Commission, and send a thank you letter for his service to the Town
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Steven Greene, 38 Elaine Road, from the Historical Commission, and send a thank you letter for his service to the Town
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Steven Greene, 38 Elaine Road, from the Historical Commission, and send a thank you letter for his service to the Town.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Vote to accept a $30,000 grant from The Sudbury Foundation awarded to the Social Work office to
Accept a $30,000 grant from The Sudbury Foundation awarded to the Social Work office to purchase gift cards, which will provide residents access to basic needs, as requested by the Town Social Worker
Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept a $30,000 grant from The Sudbury Foundation awarded to the Social Work office to purchase gift cards, which will provide residents access to basic needs, as requested by the Town Social Worker
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: To accept a $30,000 grant from The Sudbury Foundation awarded to the Social Work office to purchase gift cards, which will provide residents access to basic needs, as requested by the Town Social Worker.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Kouchakdjian)
Adjourn
Adjourn
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: to adjourn the meeting of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye VOTED: to adjourn the meeting of the Select Board.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Dretler)
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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