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June 13, 2023
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Janie W. Dretler, Lisa V. Kouchakdjian, Daniel E. Carty, Jennifer S. Roberts, Charles G. Russo
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Vote to add Commission on Disability (COD) member Liesje Quinto to the Housing Production Plan
Add COD member Liesje Quinto to the Housing Production Plan Working Group
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To add COD member Liesje Quinto to the Housing Production Plan Working Group
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To add COD member Liesje Quinto to the Housing Production Plan Working Group.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Approve the annual Select Board's re-appointments of those listed on page 6 of the current Select Board packet for all those responding in the affirmative, except for Paul Marotta's appointment to...
Board Member Carty motioned to approve the annual Select Board's re-appointments of those listed on page 6 of the current Select Board packet for all those responding in the affirmative, except for Paul Marotta's appointment to the Council on Aging and Nancy Rubenstein's appointment to the Permanent Building Committee, until the proper length of term for an appointment is confirmed; and to appoint Jeff Rose, Michael Hershberg, and William Ray, as associate members of the Board of Appeals. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: to approve the annual Select Board's re-appointments of those listed on page 6 of the current Select Board packet for all those responding in the affirmative, except for Paul Marotta's appointment to the Council on Aging and Nancy Rubenstein's appointment to the Permanent Building Committee until the proper length of term for an appointment is confirmed; and to appoint Jeff Rose, Michael Hershberg, and William Ray, as associate members of the Board of Appeals
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty motioned to approve the annual Select Board's re-appointments of those listed on page 6 of the current Select Board packet for all those responding in the affirmative, except for Paul Marotta's appointment to the Council on Aging and Nancy Rubenstein's appointment to the Permanent Building Committee, until the proper length of term for an appointment is confirmed; and to appoint Jeff Rose, Michael Hershberg, and William Ray, as associate members of the Board of Appeals. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: to approve the annual Select Board's re-appointments of those listed on page 6 of the current Select Board packet for all those responding in the affirmative, except for Paul Marotta's appointment to the Council on Aging and Nancy Rubenstein's appointment to the Permanent Building Committee until the proper length of term for an appointment is confirmed; and to appoint Jeff Rose, Michael Hershberg, and William Ray, as associate members of the Board of Appeals.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Authorize the Town Manager to execute a Charter Transportation Agreement with First Student, Inc. for student transportation services for the period August 15, 2023 through June 30, 2024
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve consent item #3, as listed on the June 13, 2023 Select Board agenda. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To authorize the Town Manager to execute a Charter Transportation Agreement with First Student, Inc. for student transportation services for the period August 15, 2023 through June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve consent item #3, as listed on the June 13, 2023 Select Board agenda. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To authorize the Town Manager to execute a Charter Transportation Agreement with First Student, Inc. for student transportation services for the period August 15, 2023 through June 30, 2024.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Vote to approve the FY24 Contract Extension of the Agreement between the MetroWest Regional Transit
Approve the FY24 Contract Extension of the Agreement between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve consent item #4, as listed on the June 13, 2023 Select Board agenda. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the FY24 Contract Extension of the Agreement between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons through the Council on Aging effective July 1, 2023; and further, to approve future extensions of the contract provided there are no changes in terms of the original contract and funds are available; said extension to be executed by the Town Manager
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve consent item #4, as listed on the June 13, 2023 Select Board agenda. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the FY24 Contract Extension of the Agreement between the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority and the Town of Sudbury to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled persons through the Council on Aging effective July 1, 2023; and further, to approve future extensions of the contract provided there are no changes in terms of the original contract and funds are available; said extension to be executed by the Town Manager.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Vote to dissolve Small Wireless Facility Subcommittee
Dissolve Small Wireless Facility Subcommittee established by the Select Board on 8/30/22
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To dissolve Small Wireless Facility Subcommittee established by the Select Board on 8/30/22
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To dissolve Small Wireless Facility Subcommittee established by the Select Board on 8/30/22.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Discussion and possible vote on liaison assignments/committee memberships for 2023-2024
Appoint Janie Dretler as liaison to the Town Moderator, and to appoint Lisa Kouchakdjian as liaison to the Sudbury Housing Authority
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint Janie Dretler as liaison to the Town Moderator and to appoint Lisa Kouchakdjian as liaison to the Sudbury Housing Authority. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Janie Dretler as liaison to the Town Moderator, and to appoint Lisa Kouchakdjian as liaison to the Sudbury Housing Authority
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint Janie Dretler as liaison to the Town Moderator and to appoint Lisa Kouchakdjian as liaison to the Sudbury Housing Authority. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Janie Dretler as liaison to the Town Moderator, and to appoint Lisa Kouchakdjian as liaison to the Sudbury Housing Authority.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Approve the Select Board memberships and continue current assignments; designate Select Board Members to community assignments as listed in the Select Board packet
Board Member Russo moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board memberships and continue current assignments; designate Select Board Members to community assignments as listed in the Select Board packet.
From the minutes
“Board Member Russo moved in the words of the Chair. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board memberships and continue current assignments; designate Select Board Members to community assignments as listed in the Select Board packet..” (Motion: Russo, second: Kouchakdjian)
Review and vote Select Board Meeting Policy
Approve the Select Board Meeting Policy, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Meeting Policy, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Meeting Policy, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Accept the letter of response, dated June 7, 2023, as submitted by Town Counsel Brian Riley to Attorney Benedon of the Attorney General's Office
Chair Dretler motioned to accept the letter of response, dated June 7, 2023, as submitted by Town Counsel Brian Riley to Attorney Benedon of the Attorney General's Office. Board Member Carty seconded the motion and asked for further discussion with regard to mediation. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the letter of response, dated June 7, 2023, as submitted by Town Counsel Brian Riley to Attorney Benedon of the Attorney General's Office
From the minutes
“Chair Dretler motioned to accept the letter of response, dated June 7, 2023, as submitted by Town Counsel Brian Riley to Attorney Benedon of the Attorney General's Office. Board Member Carty seconded the motion and asked for further discussion with regard to mediation. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the letter of response, dated June 7, 2023, as submitted by Town Counsel Brian Riley to Attorney Benedon of the Attorney General's Office.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
1/10/23 Minutes
Approve the 1/10/23 minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 1/10/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 1/10/23 minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 1/10/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 1/10/23 minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
2/7/23 Minutes
Approve the 2/7/23 minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 2/7/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 2/7/23 minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 2/7/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 2/7/23 minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
2/9/23 Minutes
Approve the 2/9/23 minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 2/9/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 2/9/23 minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 2/9/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 2/9/23 minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
3/16/23 Minutes
Approve the 3/16/23 minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 3/16/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 3/16/23 minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 3/16/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 3/16/23 minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
3/21/23 Minutes
Approve the 3/21/23 minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 3/21/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 3/21/23 minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 3/21/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 3/21/23 minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
4/25/23 Minutes
Approve the 4/25/23 minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 4/25/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 4/25/23 minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the 4/25/23 minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 4/25/23 minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
7/8/21 Minutes
Approve the 7/8/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented
Board Member Carty motioned to approve the 7/8/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 7/8/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty motioned to approve the 7/8/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 7/8/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented.” (Motion: Carty, second: Roberts)
8/19/21 Minutes
Approve the 8/19/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented
Board Member Carty motioned to approve the 8/19/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 8/19/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty motioned to approve the 8/19/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the 8/19/21 Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes, as presented.” (Motion: Carty, second: Roberts)
Approve meeting minutes of 1/16/18, 1/29/18, 2/20/18, 4/9/18
Board Member Russo motioned to approve agenda #10, as listed. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve meeting minutes of 1/16/18, 1/29/18, 2/20/18, 4/9/18
From the minutes
“Board Member Russo motioned to approve agenda #10, as listed. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve meeting minutes of 1/16/18, 1/29/18, 2/20/18, 4/9/18.” (Motion: Russo, second: Kouchakdjian)
Dissolve the School District Administrative and Structural Options Subcommittee, with notation that the 4/5/18 minutes were missing
Board Member Carty motioned to dissolve the School District Administrative and Structural Options Subcommittee, with notation that the 4/5/18 minutes were missing. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To dissolve the School District Administrative and Structural Options Subcommittee, with notation that the 4/5/18 minutes were missing
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty motioned to dissolve the School District Administrative and Structural Options Subcommittee, with notation that the 4/5/18 minutes were missing. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Roberts-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To dissolve the School District Administrative and Structural Options Subcommittee, with notation that the 4/5/18 minutes were missing.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Close open session, and enter executive session to review, approve and possibly release executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) (Purpose 7), citing to the Open...
Board Member Kouchakdjian moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye Dretler-aye, VOTED: To close open session, and enter executive session to review, approve and possibly release executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) (Purpose 7), citing to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f), (g), and not return to open session.
The roll call names Janie W. Dretler twice and leaves out Jennifer S. Roberts. Showing the count only.
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; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye Dretler-aye, VOTED: To close open session, and enter executive session to review, approve and possibly release executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) (Purpose 7), citing to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f), (g), and not return to open session..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, 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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