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February 27, 2024
12 recorded votes, 0 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 Consent Calendar Items 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, as listed on the agenda TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar Items 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, as listed on the agenda. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: to approve Consent Calendar Items 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, as listed on the agenda TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar Items 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, as listed on the agenda. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: to approve Consent Calendar Items 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, as listed on the agenda TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
As the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 12, vote to approve a Change of Manager for TFD II, LLC d/b/a The Farmer's Daughter Sudbury, 534 Boston Post...
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve a Change of Manager for TFD II, LLC d/b/a The Farmer's Daughter Sudbury, 534 Boston Post Road, Suite 201, from Patrick Kennedy to Chandra Gouldrup and a Pledge of License, as requested in an application dated January 18, 2024. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: As the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 12, vote to approve a Change of Manager for TFD II, LLC d/b/a The Farmer's Daughter Sudbury, 534 Boston Post Road, Suite 201 from Patrick Kennedy to Chandra Gouldrup and a Pledge of License, as requested in an application dated January 18, 2024
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve a Change of Manager for TFD II, LLC d/b/a The Farmer's Daughter Sudbury, 534 Boston Post Road, Suite 201, from Patrick Kennedy to Chandra Gouldrup and a Pledge of License, as requested in an application dated January 18, 2024. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: As the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 12, vote to approve a Change of Manager for TFD II, LLC d/b/a The Farmer's Daughter Sudbury, 534 Boston Post Road, Suite 201 from Patrick Kennedy to Chandra Gouldrup and a Pledge of License, as requested in an application dated January 18, 2024.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Discussion and update on Goal 6: Advance design and construction of Phase 3A-CSX/Rt 20 of the Bruce
The Board approve the letter of support to the Boston Metropolitan organization regarding for inclusion on the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned that the Board approve the letter of support to the Boston Metropolitan Organization for inclusion on the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: The Board approve the letter of support to the Boston Metropolitan organization regarding for inclusion on the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned that the Board approve the letter of support to the Boston Metropolitan Organization for inclusion on the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: The Board approve the letter of support to the Boston Metropolitan organization regarding for inclusion on the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Discussion and vote on ARPA funding and request from Fire Chief John Whalen to reallocate $50,000
Approve the request from Fire Chief John Whalen to reallocate $50,000 to cover costs associated with the enhancement of Fire Station #2
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the request from Fire Chief John Whalen to reallocate $50,000 to cover costs associated with the enhancement of Fire Station #2. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the request from Fire Chief John Whalen to reallocate $50,000 to cover costs associated with the enhancement of Fire Station #2
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the request from Fire Chief John Whalen to reallocate $50,000 to cover costs associated with the enhancement of Fire Station #2. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve the request from Fire Chief John Whalen to reallocate $50,000 to cover costs associated with the enhancement of Fire Station #2.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Act on request of the Sudbury Public Schools to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the
Submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority statement of interest forms for the Nixon Elementary School and Haynes Elementary School, relative to replacement of roofs
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority statement of interest forms for the Nixon Elementary School and Haynes Elementary School, relative to replacement of roofs. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024 VOTED: To submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority statement of interest forms for the Nixon Elementary School and Haynes Elementary School, relative to replacement of roofs
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority statement of interest forms for the Nixon Elementary School and Haynes Elementary School, relative to replacement of roofs. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024 VOTED: To submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority statement of interest forms for the Nixon Elementary School and Haynes Elementary School, relative to replacement of roofs.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Vote #1 Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on February 27, 2024, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Select Board of Sudbury, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and...
Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Vote #1 Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on February 27, 2024, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Select Board of Sudbury, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated March 1, 2024, for the General John Nixon located at 472 Concord Rd. in Sudbury which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future: Category 5. Replacement of school facility systems, specifically the roofs, due to poor condition and age.; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest Form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, or commits the Sudbury Public Schools to filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Vote #1 Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on February 27, 2024, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Select Board of Sudbury, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated March 1, 2024, for the General John Nixon located at 472 Concord Rd. in Sudbury which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future: Category 5. Replacement of school facility systems, specifically the roofs, due to poor condition and age.; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest Form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, or commits the Sudbury Public Schools to filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Vote #2 Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on February 27, 2024, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Select Board of Sudbury, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and...
Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Vote #2 Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on February 27, 2024, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Select Board of Sudbury, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024 Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated March 1, 2024, for the Josiah Haynes Elementary Schools located at 169 16 Packet Pg. 79 Haynes Rd. in Sudbury which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future: Category 5. Replacement of school facility systems, specifically the roofs, due to poor condition and age.; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest Form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, or commits the Sudbury Public Schools to filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority.
From the minutes
“Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye, Russo-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: Vote #2 Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on February 27, 2024, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Select Board of Sudbury, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024 Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated March 1, 2024, for the Josiah Haynes Elementary Schools located at 169 16 Packet Pg. 79 Haynes Rd. in Sudbury which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future: Category 5. Replacement of school facility systems, specifically the roofs, due to poor condition and age.; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest Form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, or commits the Sudbury Public Schools to filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Review the Select Board Winter 2024 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution
Approve the Select Board Winter 2024 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution, with Board Member Carty presenting an edit to his article
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 Winter 2024 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution, with Board Member Carty presenting an edit to his article.
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 Winter 2024 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution, with Board Member Carty presenting an edit to his article..” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Vote to review and possibly approve the open session minutes of 1/9/24
Approve the open session minutes of 1/9/24, as edited
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the open session minutes of 1/9/24, as edited. 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 open session minutes of 1/9/24, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the open session minutes of 1/9/24, as edited. 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 open session minutes of 1/9/24, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Consent Calendar Items #1, #2 and #8
Approve Consent Calendar items #1 and #2
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar items #1 and #2. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024 It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve Consent Calendar items #1 and #2
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar items #1 and #2. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. TUESDAY FEBRAURY 27, 2024 It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To approve Consent Calendar items #1 and #2.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Consent Calendar #8
Approve Consent Calendar item #8
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #8. 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 Consent Calendar item #8
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Consent Calendar item #8. 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 Consent Calendar item #8.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Russo)
Adjourn
Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to adjourn the Select Board Meeting. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To adjourn the Select Board Meeting
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Kouchakdjian motioned to adjourn the Select Board Meeting. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye, Dretler-aye VOTED: To adjourn the Select Board Meeting.” (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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