MassVoter.com← Sudbury Select BoardSudbury Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
October 10, 2023
18 recorded votes, 5 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 award of contracts by the Town Manager for the following Historical Commission projects: Historic Resource Inventory Survey; Hosmer House Collection Study; Hosmer House Historic Structure...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #1. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve award of contracts by the Town Manager for the following Historical Commission projects: Historic Resource Inventory Survey; Hosmer House Collection Study; Hosmer House Historic Structure Report/Cultural Landscape Report; and Indigenous Cultural Landscape Study, and all related contractual matters relative thereto.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #1. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve award of contracts by the Town Manager for the following Historical Commission projects: Historic Resource Inventory Survey; Hosmer House Collection Study; Hosmer House Historic Structure Report/Cultural Landscape Report; and Indigenous Cultural Landscape Study, and all related contractual matters relative thereto..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Approve award of contract by the Town Manager for the purchase of a Fire Engine/Pumper to be utilized by the Fire Department as funded under Art. 23 of the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and approved...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #2. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve award of contract by the Town Manager for the purchase of a Fire Engine/Pumper to be utilized by the Fire Department as funded under Art. 23 of the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and approved under Ballot question No. 2 at the March 27, 2023 Annual Town Election; or act on anything relative thereto.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #2. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve award of contract by the Town Manager for the purchase of a Fire Engine/Pumper to be utilized by the Fire Department as funded under Art. 23 of the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and approved under Ballot question No. 2 at the March 27, 2023 Annual Town Election; or act on anything relative thereto..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Approve and sign the Singing Hill Conservation Restriction from Kenneth T. and Georgina M. Fenton of 8 Singing Hill Circle, Sudbury, MA
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #4. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve and sign the Singing Hill Conservation Restriction from Kenneth T. and Georgina M. Fenton of 8 Singing Hill Circle, Sudbury, MA.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #4. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve and sign the Singing Hill Conservation Restriction from Kenneth T. and Georgina M. Fenton of 8 Singing Hill Circle, Sudbury, MA..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Approve execution by the Town Manager of an Agreement between the Town of Sudbury and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for professional consulting services to update the pavement management...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #4. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve execution by the Town Manager of an Agreement between the Town of Sudbury and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for professional consulting services to update the pavement management program, and any documents relative thereto.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #4. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve execution by the Town Manager of an Agreement between the Town of Sudbury and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for professional consulting services to update the pavement management program, and any documents relative thereto..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Interview candidate for the Historical Commission. Following interview, vote whether to appoint
Appoint Michale Wallace as Alternate Member to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 31, 2026
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint Michale Wallace as Alternate Member to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 31, 2026. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Michale Wallace as Alternate Member to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 31, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint Michale Wallace as Alternate Member to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 31, 2026. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Michale Wallace as Alternate Member to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 31, 2026..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Interview candidate for the Energy and Sustainability Committee. Following interview, vote
Appoint Elsa Iovanella as Member of the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term ending 5/31/26
Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint Elsa Iovanella as Member of the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term ending 5/31/26. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Elsa Iovanella as Member of the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term ending 5/31/26.
From the minutes
“Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint Elsa Iovanella as Member of the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term ending 5/31/26. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint Elsa Iovanella as Member of the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term ending 5/31/26..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Interview candidate for Sudbury Housing Trust. Following Interview, vote whether to appoint John
Appoint John Ryan to the Sudbury Housing Trust for a term expiring 5/31/25
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint John Ryan to the Sudbury Housing Trust for a term expiring 5/31/25. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-2; Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-no, Roberts-aye, Carty-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint John Ryan to the Sudbury Housing Trust for a term expiring 5/31/25.
Yes: Dretler, Kouchakdjian, RobertsNo: Carty, Russo
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to appoint John Ryan to the Sudbury Housing Trust for a term expiring 5/31/25. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 3-2; Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-no, Roberts-aye, Carty-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To appoint John Ryan to the Sudbury Housing Trust for a term expiring 5/31/25..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Discussion and question of voting to accept Sudbury Access Corp (SAC) FY23 Financial and
Extend the SAC contract for a 3-year term to expire November 15, 2026
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to extend the SAC contract for a 3-year term to expire November 15, 2026. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To extend the SAC contract for a 3-year term to expire November 15, 2026
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to extend the SAC contract for a 3-year term to expire November 15, 2026. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To extend the SAC contract for a 3-year term to expire November 15, 2026.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Accept the Sudbury Access Corp. FY 2023 Financial Operating Report
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept the Sudbury Access Corp. FY 2023 Financial Operating Report. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the Sudbury Access Corp. FY 2023 Financial Operating Report
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to accept the Sudbury Access Corp. FY 2023 Financial Operating Report. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept the Sudbury Access Corp. FY 2023 Financial Operating Report.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Article 3 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Renumbering
Support Article 3 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Renumbering
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 3 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Renumbering. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 3 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Renumbering
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 3 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Renumbering. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 3 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Renumbering.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Article 4 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Additional Changes
Support Article 4 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Additional Changes
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 4 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Additional Changes. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 4 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Additional Changes
Yes: Dretler, Kouchakdjian, Roberts, RussoNo: Carty
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 4 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Additional Changes. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 4 - Codification of Zoning Bylaws - Additional Changes.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Article 6 - Atkinson Pool Funds - $100,000
Support Article 6 - Atkinson Pool Funds
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 6 - Atkinson Pool Funds - $100,000. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 6 - Atkinson Pool Funds
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 6 - Atkinson Pool Funds - $100,000. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 6 - Atkinson Pool Funds.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Article 7 - Fairbank Community Center - Supplemental Funds - $900,000
Support Article 7 - Fairbank Community Center - Supplemental Funds
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 7 - Fairbank Community Center - Supplemental Funds. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 7 - Fairbank Community Center - Supplemental Funds
Yes: Dretler, Kouchakdjian, Roberts, RussoNo: Carty
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to support Article 7 - Fairbank Community Center - Supplemental Funds. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Dretler-aye VOTED: To support Article 7 - Fairbank Community Center - Supplemental Funds.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Vote whether to approve 1-day wine and malt license for a Halloween event at Goodnow Farms
Approve 1-day wine and malt license for a Halloween event at Goodnow Farms Chocolate, 80 Goodnow Road, on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, subject to the use of a TIPS-trained...
Board Member Roberts motioned to approve 1-day wine and malt license for a Halloween event at Goodnow Farms Chocolate, 80 Goodnow Road, on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, subject to the use of a TIPS-trained bartender and a receipt of a Certificate of Liability. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve 1-day wine and malt license for a Halloween event at Goodnow Farms Chocolate, 80 Goodnow Road, on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, subject to the use of a TIPS-trained bartender and a receipt of a Certificate of Liability
From the minutes
“Board Member Roberts motioned to approve 1-day wine and malt license for a Halloween event at Goodnow Farms Chocolate, 80 Goodnow Road, on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, subject to the use of a TIPS-trained bartender and a receipt of a Certificate of Liability. Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve 1-day wine and malt license for a Halloween event at Goodnow Farms Chocolate, 80 Goodnow Road, on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, subject to the use of a TIPS-trained bartender and a receipt of a Certificate of Liability.” (Motion: Roberts, second: Kouchakdjian)
9/12/23 Open Session Minutes
Approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/12/23, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/12/23, as edited. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/12/23, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/12/23, as edited. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/12/23, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
9/14/23 Open Session Minutes
Approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/14/23, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/14/23, as edited. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/14/23, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/14/23, as edited. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Minutes of 9/14/23, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Roberts)
Vote to accept a $100 donation from Roche Bros to the Commission on Disability, to be used toward
Accept a $100 donation from Roche Bros to the Commission on Disability, to be used toward the "Accessible Trick or Treat" event
Board Member Carty moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a $100 donation from Roche Bros to the Commission on Disability, to be used toward the "Accessible Trick or Treat" event
Yes: Carty, Dretler, Roberts, RussoThe minutes say Lisa V. Kouchakdjian was recused, so that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty moved in the words of the Chair. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To accept a $100 donation from Roche Bros to the Commission on Disability, to be used toward the "Accessible Trick or Treat" event.” (Motion: Carty, second: Russo)
Adjourn
Adjourn
Chair Russo motioned to adjourn the Select Board Meeting. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To adjourn the Select Board Meeting
Yes: Carty, Dretler, Roberts, RussoThe roll call does not list Lisa V. Kouchakdjian; earlier in the meeting the minutes say “Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian recused herself from the discussion and left the meeting at approximately 10:31 PM. C…”, so Lisa V. Kouchakdjian is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Russo motioned to adjourn the Select Board Meeting. Board Member Roberts seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-0; Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To adjourn the Select Board Meeting.” (Motion: Russo, 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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