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April 29, 2025
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Present line leaves out Charles G. Russo, but the roll call at the start of the meeting lists Charles G. Russo as present, so Charles G. Russo is counted present.
Present: Jennifer S. Roberts, Daniel E. Carty, Lisa V. Kouchakdjian, Janie W. Dretler, Charles G. Russo
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Call to Order
Enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Engineers and Patrol Officers) or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining...
Vice Chair Carty motioned to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Engineers and Patrol Officers) or litigation 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). Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Engineers and Patrol Officers) or litigation 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)
From the minutes
“Vice Chair Carty motioned to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Engineers and Patrol Officers) or litigation 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). Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Engineers and Patrol Officers) or litigation 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).” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Reconvene in open session
At 7:03 PM, Vice-Chair Carty motioned to reconvene in open session. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To reconvene in open session
From the minutes
“At 7:03 PM, Vice-Chair Carty motioned to reconvene in open session. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To reconvene in open session.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Application of Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan
Open the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to open the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12. The licensed premises (i.e., 621 Boston Post Road) is described as: one floor and three total rooms consisting of a dining room, kitchen and bathroom. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To open the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to open the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12. The licensed premises (i.e., 621 Boston Post Road) is described as: one floor and three total rooms consisting of a dining room, kitchen and bathroom. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To open the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye. VOTED: To close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Roberts-aye. VOTED: To close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Approve the application for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the application for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12. The licensed premises (i.e., 621 Boston Post Road) is described as: one floor and three total rooms consisting of a dining room, kitchen and bathroom. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the application for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve the application for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12. The licensed premises (i.e., 621 Boston Post Road) is described as: one floor and three total rooms consisting of a dining room, kitchen and bathroom. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the application for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12..” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Vote to close public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury
Close the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the public hearing for Eat Am Are, Inc., d/b/a Riceberry, 621 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Manager Pornphan Promnok, for a Change of Category from the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages to the Sale of Wine and Malt Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Appoint Mary McLaughlin to the COA for a term 6/1/25 to 5/31/28, as requested by Jill Dube, Assistant Senior Center Director
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to appoint Mary McLaughlin to the COA for a term 6/1/25 to 5/31/, as requested by Jill Dube, Assistant Senior Center Director. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To appoint Mary McLaughlin to the COA for a term 6/1/25 to 5/31/28, as requested by Jill Dube, Assistant Senior Center Director
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to appoint Mary McLaughlin to the COA for a term 6/1/25 to 5/31/, as requested by Jill Dube, Assistant Senior Center Director. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To appoint Mary McLaughlin to the COA for a term 6/1/25 to 5/31/28, as requested by Jill Dube, Assistant Senior Center Director.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Open joint meeting with Finance Committee (FinCom), Sudbury Public School Committee (SPS), Capital
Open joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC to discuss Facilities Condition Assessment
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to open joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC to discuss Facilities Condition Assessment. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To open joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC to discuss Facilities Condition Assessment
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to open joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC to discuss Facilities Condition Assessment. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To open joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC to discuss Facilities Condition Assessment.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Vote to close joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC, and resume Select Board meeting
Close the joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC, and resume Select Board meeting
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC, and resume Select Board meeting. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC, and resume Select Board meeting.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to close the joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC, and resume Select Board meeting. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To close the joint meeting with FinCom, SPS, and CIAC, and resume Select Board meeting..” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Article #2 - FY25 Budget Adjustments
Indefinitely postpone Article #2 - FY25 Budget Adjustments
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to Indefinitely postpone Article #2. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To Indefinitely postpone Article #2 - FY25 Budget Adjustments
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to Indefinitely postpone Article #2. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To Indefinitely postpone Article #2 - FY25 Budget Adjustments.” (Motion: Carty, second: Kouchakdjian)
Discussion on Annual Town Meeting statement about Citizen's petition Article 54
Approve the statement of the Select about Citizen's petition Article 54 and authorize Janie Dretler to edit such statement
Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the statement of the Select about Citizen's petition Article 54 and authorize Janie Dretler to edit such statement. It was on motion 4-0-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-abstain, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the statement of the Select about Citizen's petition Article 54 and authorize Janie Dretler to edit such statement
Yes: Dretler, Kouchakdjian, Roberts, RussoAbstained: Carty
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve the statement of the Select about Citizen's petition Article 54 and authorize Janie Dretler to edit such statement. It was on motion 4-0-1; Kouchakdjian-aye, Dretler-aye, Carty-abstain, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve the statement of the Select about Citizen's petition Article 54 and authorize Janie Dretler to edit such statement.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian)
2/24/25 Minutes
Approve Planning Board minutes of 2/24/25, as edited
Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Select Board joint meeting minutes of 2/24/25, as edited. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Planning Board minutes of 2/24/25, as edited
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Select Board joint meeting minutes of 2/24/25, as edited. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Planning Board minutes of 2/24/25, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Dretler)
2/25/25 Minutes
Approve Select Board minutes of 2/25/25, as edited
Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Select Board minutes of 2/25/25, as edited. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Select Board minutes of 2/25/25, as edited
From the minutes
“Board Member Kouchakdjian motioned to approve Select Board minutes of 2/25/25, as edited. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Select Board minutes of 2/25/25, as edited.” (Motion: Kouchakdjian, second: Dretler)
Vote to confirm the Town Manager's appointment of Kimberly Burns to the Historical Commission with a
Approve Consent Calendar items 6-8, as outlined in the Select Board packet
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve Consent Calendar items 6-8, as outlined in the Select Board packet. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Consent Calendar items 6-8, as outlined in the Select Board packet
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to approve Consent Calendar items 6-8, as outlined in the Select Board packet. Board Member Dretler seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To approve Consent Calendar items 6-8, as outlined in the Select Board packet.” (Motion: Carty, second: Dretler)
May 15, 2025 - MPO Design Hearing - BFRT (Sudbury Section); public comment to be received by 5/28
Continue executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) "[t]o comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law...
Vice-Chair Carty motioned to continue executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) "[t]o comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements" ("Purpose 7"), citing to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f), (g)., and not return to open session. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To continue executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) "[t]o comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements" ("Purpose 7"), citing to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f), (g)., and not return to open session
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Carty motioned to continue executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) "[t]o comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements" ("Purpose 7"), citing to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f), (g)., and not return to open session. Board Member Kouchakdjian seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye, Russo-aye, Roberts-aye VOTED: To continue executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) "[t]o comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements" ("Purpose 7"), citing to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f), (g)., 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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