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Present: Jennifer S. Roberts, Daniel E. Carty, Janie W. Dretler, Lisa V. Kouchakdjian, Charles G. Russo
Absent: None
Enter Executive Session to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, namely the Town...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, namely the Town Manager, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a)(exception 2), and then return to Open Session. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To enter Executive Session to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, namely the Town Manager, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a)(exception 2), and then return to Open Session
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, namely the Town Manager, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a)(exception 2), and then return to Open Session. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To enter Executive Session to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, namely the Town Manager, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a)(exception 2), and then return to Open Session.” (Motion: Carty, second: Russo)
Open the Public Hearing: As the Local Licensing Authority, vote on whether to approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to open the Public Hearing: As the Local Licensing Authority, vote on whether to approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To open the Public Hearing: As the Local Licensing Authority, vote on whether to approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to open the Public Hearing: As the Local Licensing Authority, vote on whether to approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To open the Public Hearing: As the Local Licensing Authority, vote on whether to approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L....
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B. Vice-Chair Carty made the motion and Board member Kouchakdjian seconded.
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the application of LJD Partners LLC, d/b/a Soul of India, 103 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, for an Alteration of Premises/Addition of Outdoor Seating of an All-Alcohol Restaurant, under M.G.L. c. 138, s.15A & 16B. Vice-Chair Carty made the motion and Board member Kouchakdjian seconded..” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
PUBLIC HEARING: As the Local Licensing Authority, vote on whether to approve the application of LJD
It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye.
“It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye..”
Close the Public Hearing
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the Public Hearing
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the Public Hearing.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
As the Local Licensing Authority, to open the hearing to discuss/vote on All Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road to consider status of...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned As the Local Licensing Authority, to open the hearing to discuss/vote on All Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road to consider status of alcohol license and termination of lease. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: As the Local Licensing Authority, to open the hearing to discuss/vote on All Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road to consider status of alcohol license and termination of lease
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned As the Local Licensing Authority, to open the hearing to discuss/vote on All Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road to consider status of alcohol license and termination of lease. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: As the Local Licensing Authority, to open the hearing to discuss/vote on All Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road to consider status of alcohol license and termination of lease.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the evidentiary part of the Public Hearing.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
As the Local Licensing Authority, to revoke the All-Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road; effective June 24, 2024
Vice-Chair Carty motioned As the Local Licensing Authority, to revoke the All-Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road; effective June 24, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: As the Local Licensing Authority, to revoke the All-Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road; effective June 24, 2024
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned As the Local Licensing Authority, to revoke the All-Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road; effective June 24, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: As the Local Licensing Authority, to revoke the All-Alcoholic Beverages License of Fugakyu Café Corp., d/b/a Fugakyu Café, 621 Boston Post Road; effective June 24, 2024.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Close the Public Hearing
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the Public Hearing
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the Public Hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the Public Hearing.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Approve the two Consent Calendar items; to enter into the Town record and congratulate Elizabeth Huettig of Girl Scout Troop 65254, recognized at an Award Ceremony on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, for...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the two Consent Calendar items; to enter into the Town record and congratulate Elizabeth Huettig of Girl Scout Troop 65254, recognized at an Award Ceremony on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, for having achieved the high honor of the Girl Scout Gold Award, also vote to authorize the chair to sign a congratulatory letter on behalf of the Board; and to accept the Declaration of Restrictive Covenant and Grant of Easement regarding Stormwater Management System for the property at 199 Raymond Road subject to the Stormwater Management Permit issued for the property. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the two Consent Calendar items; to enter into the Town record and congratulate Elizabeth Huettig of Girl Scout Troop 65254, recognized at an Award Ceremony on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, for having achieved the high honor of the Girl Scout Gold Award, also vote to authorize the chair to sign a congratulatory letter on behalf of the Board; and to accept the Declaration of Restrictive Covenant and Grant of Easement regarding Stormwater Management System for the property at 199 Raymond Road subject to the Stormwater Management Permit issued for the property.
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the two Consent Calendar items; to enter into the Town record and congratulate Elizabeth Huettig of Girl Scout Troop 65254, recognized at an Award Ceremony on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, for having achieved the high honor of the Girl Scout Gold Award, also vote to authorize the chair to sign a congratulatory letter on behalf of the Board; and to accept the Declaration of Restrictive Covenant and Grant of Easement regarding Stormwater Management System for the property at 199 Raymond Road subject to the Stormwater Management Permit issued for the property. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the two Consent Calendar items; to enter into the Town record and congratulate Elizabeth Huettig of Girl Scout Troop 65254, recognized at an Award Ceremony on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, for having achieved the high honor of the Girl Scout Gold Award, also vote to authorize the chair to sign a congratulatory letter on behalf of the Board; and to accept the Declaration of Restrictive Covenant and Grant of Easement regarding Stormwater Management System for the property at 199 Raymond Road subject to the Stormwater Management Permit issued for the property..” (Motion: Carty, second: Russo)
Ratify the vote taken in Executive Session to approve the Town Manager Contract between the Town of Sudbury and Andrew J. Sheehan, effective July 1, 2024
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to ratify the vote taken in Executive Session to approve the Town Manager Contract between the Town of Sudbury and Andrew J. Sheehan, effective July 1, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To ratify the vote taken in Executive Session to approve the Town Manager Contract between the Town of Sudbury and Andrew J. Sheehan, effective July 1, 2024
Yes: Dretler, Kouchakdjian, Roberts, RussoNo: Carty
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to ratify the vote taken in Executive Session to approve the Town Manager Contract between the Town of Sudbury and Andrew J. Sheehan, effective July 1, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To ratify the vote taken in Executive Session to approve the Town Manager Contract between the Town of Sudbury and Andrew J. Sheehan, effective July 1, 2024.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Adopt the Ambulance rates as described in the memo from the Fire Chief, dated June 11, 2024, said rates to be effective as of July 1, 2024
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to adopt the Ambulance rates as described in the memo from the Fire Chief, dated June 11, 2024, said rates to be effective as of July 1, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To adopt the Ambulance rates as described in the memo from the Fire Chief, dated June 11, 2024, said rates to be effective as of July 1, 2024
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to adopt the Ambulance rates as described in the memo from the Fire Chief, dated June 11, 2024, said rates to be effective as of July 1, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To adopt the Ambulance rates as described in the memo from the Fire Chief, dated June 11, 2024, said rates to be effective as of July 1, 2024.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Adopt the flag policy as presented and edited, pursuant to Town Counsel review
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to adopt the flag policy as presented and edited, pursuant to Town Counsel review. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To adopt the flag policy as presented and edited, pursuant to Town Counsel review.
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to adopt the flag policy as presented and edited, pursuant to Town Counsel review. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To adopt the flag policy as presented and edited, pursuant to Town Counsel review..” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Approve the Purchase Contract Policy, as edited
Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Purchase Contract Policy, as edited. Vice-Chair Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the Purchase Contract Policy, as edited
“Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the Purchase Contract Policy, as edited. Vice-Chair Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the Purchase Contract Policy, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Carty)
Reappoint board and committee members appointed by the Select Board, as presented on the screen at the Select Board meeting on June 11, 2024
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to reappoint board and committee members appointed by the Select Board, as presented on the screen at the Select Board meeting on June 11, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To reappoint board and committee members appointed by the Select Board, as presented on the screen at the Select Board meeting on June 11, 2024
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to reappoint board and committee members appointed by the Select Board, as presented on the screen at the Select Board meeting on June 11, 2024. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To reappoint board and committee members appointed by the Select Board, as presented on the screen at the Select Board meeting on June 11, 2024.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Approve Town Manager board and committee appointments, as presented in the June 11, 2024 Select Board meeting packet, with edit to the name of Liesje Quinto
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve Town Manager board and committee appointments, as presented in the June 11, 2024 Select Board meeting packet, with edit to the name of Liesje Quinto. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Town Manager board and committee appointments, as presented in the June 11, 2024 Select Board meeting packet, with edit to the name of Liesje Quinto
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve Town Manager board and committee appointments, as presented in the June 11, 2024 Select Board meeting packet, with edit to the name of Liesje Quinto. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Town Manager board and committee appointments, as presented in the June 11, 2024 Select Board meeting packet, with edit to the name of Liesje Quinto.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Approve the 4/30/24 meeting minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the 4/30/24 meeting minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the 4/30/24 meeting minutes, as edited
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the 4/30/24 meeting minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the 4/30/24 meeting minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Carty, second: Russo)
Approve the 5/7/24 meeting minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the 5/7/24 meeting minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the 5/7/24 meeting minutes, as edited
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the 5/7/24 meeting minutes, as edited. Board Member Russo seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the 5/7/24 meeting minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Carty, second: Russo)
Close Open Session and enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public...
Vice Chair Carty motioned to close Open Session and enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a) (exception 3) and not return to Open Session. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close Open Session and enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a) (exception 3) and not return to Open Session
“Vice Chair Carty motioned to close Open Session and enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a) (exception 3) and not return to Open Session. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close Open Session and enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares, pursuant to General Laws chapter 30A, §21(a) (exception 3) and not return to Open Session.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
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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