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July 25, 2023
13 recorded votes, 3 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
Consent Calendar
Approve the appointment of Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2023 and ending August 14, 2024, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairs and...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the appointment of Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2023 and ending August 14, 2024, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairs and the Town Clerk. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-abstain, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the appointment of Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2023 and ending August 14, 2024, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairs and the Town Clerk
Yes: Dretler, Kouchakdjian, Roberts, RussoAbstained: Carty
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the appointment of Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2023 and ending August 14, 2024, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairs and the Town Clerk. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-abstain, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the appointment of Election Officers for a one-year term, commencing August 15, 2023 and ending August 14, 2024, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committee Chairs and the Town Clerk.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Vote to grant a special permit to Myke Farricker, Committee Co-Chair, to hold a "Ride to Defeat ALS"
Grant a special permit to Myke Farricker, Committee Co-Chair, to hold a "Ride to Defeat ALS" bike ride on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. through approximately 3:00 p.m., following the...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to grant a special permit to Myke Farricker, Committee Co-Chair, to hold a "Ride to Defeat ALS" bike ride on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. through approximately 3:00 p.m. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To grant a special permit to Myke Farricker, Committee Co-Chair, to hold a "Ride to Defeat ALS" bike ride on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. through approximately 3:00 p.m., following the same route as in previous years, subject to Police Department safety requirements, proof of insurance coverage and the assurance that any litter will be removed at the race's conclusion.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to grant a special permit to Myke Farricker, Committee Co-Chair, to hold a "Ride to Defeat ALS" bike ride on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. through approximately 3:00 p.m. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To grant a special permit to Myke Farricker, Committee Co-Chair, to hold a "Ride to Defeat ALS" bike ride on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. through approximately 3:00 p.m., following the same route as in previous years, subject to Police Department safety requirements, proof of insurance coverage and the assurance that any litter will be removed at the race's conclusion..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Vote to accept the resignation of Colin Warwick, 16 Maynard Farm Circle, from the Council on Aging
Accept the resignation of Colin Warwick, 16 Maynard Farm Circle, from the Council on Aging (COA) and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept the resignation of Colin Warwick, 16 Maynard Farm Circle, from the Council on Aging (COA) and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Colin Warwick, 16 Maynard Farm Circle, from the Council on Aging (COA) and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept the resignation of Colin Warwick, 16 Maynard Farm Circle, from the Council on Aging (COA) and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the resignation of Colin Warwick, 16 Maynard Farm Circle, from the Council on Aging (COA) and send him a letter of thanks for his service to the Town..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Accept a FEMA COVID-19 reimbursement grant in the amount of $347,956.88, as requested by Fire Chief John Whalen
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept a FEMA COVID-19 reimbursement grant in the amount of $347,956.88, as requested by Fire Chief John Whalen. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a FEMA COVID-19 reimbursement grant in the amount of $347,956.88, as requested by Fire Chief John Whalen.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept a FEMA COVID-19 reimbursement grant in the amount of $347,956.88, as requested by Fire Chief John Whalen. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a FEMA COVID-19 reimbursement grant in the amount of $347,956.88, as requested by Fire Chief John Whalen..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Accept a grant of $95,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to conduct a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) 2.0 planning process and implement a...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept a grant of $95,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to conduct a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) 2.0 planning process and implement a climate resilience seed project in accordance with the process and actions set forth by the grantor. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a grant of $95,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to conduct a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) 2.0 planning process and implement a climate resilience seed project in accordance with the process and actions set forth by the grantor
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept a grant of $95,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to conduct a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) 2.0 planning process and implement a climate resilience seed project in accordance with the process and actions set forth by the grantor. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a grant of $95,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to conduct a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) 2.0 planning process and implement a climate resilience seed project in accordance with the process and actions set forth by the grantor.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Public Hearing
Continue a public hearing from Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 7:30 PM, for the purpose of determining whether a Fall Town Meeting should occur, and to publicize the same
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to continue a public hearing from Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 7:30 PM, for the purpose of determining whether a Fall Town Meeting should occur, and to publicize the same. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To continue a public hearing from Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 7:30 PM, for the purpose of determining whether a Fall Town Meeting should occur, and to publicize the same.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to continue a public hearing from Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 7:30 PM, for the purpose of determining whether a Fall Town Meeting should occur, and to publicize the same. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To continue a public hearing from Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 7:30 PM, for the purpose of determining whether a Fall Town Meeting should occur, and to publicize the same..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Approve a Fall Town Meeting at a date and time to be determined
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve a Fall Town Meeting at a date and time to be determined. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve a Fall Town Meeting at a date and time to be determined.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve a Fall Town Meeting at a date and time to be determined. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve a Fall Town Meeting at a date and time to be determined..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Vote to close public hearing and resume Select Board Meeting
Close public hearing and resume Select Board Meeting
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to close public hearing and resume Select Board Meeting. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To close public hearing and resume Select Board Meeting.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to close public hearing and resume Select Board Meeting. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To close public hearing and resume Select Board Meeting..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes - 10/4/21, 10/14/21 and 11/23/21
Approve the Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes of 10/4/21, 10/14/21 and 11/23/21
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes of 10/4/21, 10/14/21 and 11/23/21. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes of 10/4/21, 10/14/21 and 11/23/21
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes of 10/4/21, 10/14/21 and 11/23/21. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Sewataro Subcommittee Minutes of 10/4/21, 10/14/21 and 11/23/21.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Select Board Open Session Minutes of 11/29/22, 12/6/22, 3/7/23, 4/4/23, 5/16/23, and 6/27/23
Approve the Select Board Open Session Minutes of 11/29/22, 12/6/22, 3/7/23, 4/4/23, 5/16/23, and 6/27/23, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Select Board Open Session Minutes of 11/29/22, 12/6/22, 3/7/23, 4/4/23, 5/16/23, and 6/27/23, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Open Session Minutes of 11/29/22, 12/6/22, 3/7/23, 4/4/23, 5/16/23, and 6/27/23, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Select Board Open Session Minutes of 11/29/22, 12/6/22, 3/7/23, 4/4/23, 5/16/23, and 6/27/23, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Open Session Minutes of 11/29/22, 12/6/22, 3/7/23, 4/4/23, 5/16/23, and 6/27/23, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Vote on Open Meeting Law complaint response
Approve the Open Meeting Law complaint response
Board Member Carty motioned to approve the Open Meeting Law complaint response. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Open Meeting Law complaint response
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty motioned to approve the Open Meeting Law complaint response. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Open Meeting Law complaint response.” (Motion: Carty, second: Russo)
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian detailed the title of the upcoming Town Forum would be "How Residents Shape
Conduct a Town Forum entitled: "How Residents Shape Sudbury's Future
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to conduct a Town Forum entitled: "How Residents Shape Sudbury's Future." Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-1-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-no, Russo-abstain, Dretler-aye VOTED: To conduct a Town Forum entitled: "How Residents Shape Sudbury's Future."
Yes: Dretler, Kouchakdjian, RobertsNo: CartyAbstained: Russo
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to conduct a Town Forum entitled: "How Residents Shape Sudbury's Future." Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-1-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-no, Russo-abstain, Dretler-aye VOTED: To conduct a Town Forum entitled: "How Residents Shape Sudbury's Future.".” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
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 motioned 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. Board Member Russo 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 motioned 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. Board Member Russo 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: 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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