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August 12, 2025
17 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Lisa V. Kouchakdjian, Janie W. Dretler, Daniel E. Carty, Charles G. Russo, Radha R. Gargeya
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
1. Vote to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Town
Accept Consent Calendar items 1 through 10; with recursion of item #10 by Vice-Chair Dretler and recession of item #3 by Board Member Carty
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to accept Consent Calendar items 1 through 10; with recusal of item #10 by Vice- Chair Dretler and abstention of item #3 by Board Member Carty. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian. VOTED: To accept Consent Calendar items 1 through 10; with recursion of item #10 by Vice-Chair Dretler and recession of item #3 by Board Member Carty.
The roll call lists Lisa V. Kouchakdjian without a word after the name; the count (5-0) shows that member voted yes.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to accept Consent Calendar items 1 through 10; with recusal of item #10 by Vice- Chair Dretler and abstention of item #3 by Board Member Carty. It was on motion 5-0; Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian. VOTED: To accept Consent Calendar items 1 through 10; with recursion of item #10 by Vice-Chair Dretler and recession of item #3 by Board Member Carty..” (Motion: Dretler)
Public Hearing
That the Public Hearing: Application of DashaSolutions LLC, DBA Pinspiration, 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11, Sudbury, for a Restaurant License for the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages, under G. L....
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned that the Public Hearing: Application of DashaSolutions LLC, DBA Pinspiration, 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11, Sudbury, for a Restaurant License for the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12, Rashida GarciaDancey, Manager. The premises proposed to be licensed (i.e., 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11) is a single floor 2500 sq ft space with a single entrance and 50 maximum seated capacity. There is a back door for removing trash and accepting shipments, be continued to the September 9, 2025 Select Board meeting. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: that the Public Hearing: Application of DashaSolutions LLC, DBA Pinspiration, 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11, Sudbury, for a Restaurant License for the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12, Rashida GarciaDancey, Manager. The premises proposed to be licensed (i.e., 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11) is a single floor 2500 sq ft space with a single entrance and 50 maximum seated capacity. There is a back door for removing trash and accepting shipments, be continued to the September 9, 2025 Select Board meeting.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned that the Public Hearing: Application of DashaSolutions LLC, DBA Pinspiration, 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11, Sudbury, for a Restaurant License for the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12, Rashida GarciaDancey, Manager. The premises proposed to be licensed (i.e., 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11) is a single floor 2500 sq ft space with a single entrance and 50 maximum seated capacity. There is a back door for removing trash and accepting shipments, be continued to the September 9, 2025 Select Board meeting. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: that the Public Hearing: Application of DashaSolutions LLC, DBA Pinspiration, 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11, Sudbury, for a Restaurant License for the Sale of All Alcoholic Beverages, under G. L. Ch. 138, s.12, Rashida GarciaDancey, Manager. The premises proposed to be licensed (i.e., 435 Boston Post Road, Unit 11) is a single floor 2500 sq ft space with a single entrance and 50 maximum seated capacity. There is a back door for removing trash and accepting shipments, be continued to the September 9, 2025 Select Board meeting..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
14. As the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 15, vote to
Open the public hearing to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application...
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to open the public hearing to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To open the public hearing to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to open the public hearing to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To open the public hearing to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Closed the evidentiary portion of the hearing
Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To closed the evidentiary portion of the hearing
From the minutes
“Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To closed the evidentiary portion of the hearing.” (second: Carty)
As the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 15, vote to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James...
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned as the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 15, vote to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: As the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 15, vote to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned as the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 15, vote to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: As the Licensing Authority for the Town of Sudbury, in accordance with MGL c138, s. 15, vote to approve a Change of Manager for RBSBW, Inc. d/b/a Sudbury Farms, 439 Boston Post Road, from James Kevin McCafferty to Richard Broderick, as requested in an application dated July 18, 2025.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Close the hearing
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to close the hearing. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to close the hearing. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To close the hearing.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
12. Request the approval of the Select Board for the Town Manager to sign a Power Purchase Agreement
Approve Consent Calendar items 11 &12, as presented in the August 12, 2025 Select Board Agenda packet
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve Consent Calendar items 11 &12, as presented in the August 12, 2025 Select Board Agenda packet. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve Consent Calendar items 11 &12, as presented in the August 12, 2025 Select Board Agenda packet
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve Consent Calendar items 11 &12, as presented in the August 12, 2025 Select Board Agenda packet. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve Consent Calendar items 11 &12, as presented in the August 12, 2025 Select Board Agenda packet.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
16. Discussion on SPS roofs/solar panels
Appoint Jennifer Dudgeon to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term to expire 5/31/28, as requested by Rami Alwan, Committee Chair
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to appoint Jennifer Dudgeon to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term to expire 5/31/28, as requested by Rami Alwan, Committee Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To appoint Jennifer Dudgeon to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term to expire 5/31/28, as requested by Rami Alwan, Committee Chair
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to appoint Jennifer Dudgeon to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term to expire 5/31/28, as requested by Rami Alwan, Committee Chair. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To appoint Jennifer Dudgeon to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term to expire 5/31/28, as requested by Rami Alwan, Committee Chair.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
17. Rail Trails Advisory Committee - vote on mission statement update and update on CPA application
Approve the Rail Trails Advisory Committee revised Mission Statement, as presented in this evening's Select Board agenda packet
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve the Rail Trails Advisory Committee revised Mission Statement, as presented in this evening's Select Board agenda packet. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve the Rail Trails Advisory Committee revised Mission Statement, as presented in this evening's Select Board agenda packet
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve the Rail Trails Advisory Committee revised Mission Statement, as presented in this evening's Select Board agenda packet. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Dretler-aye, Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve the Rail Trails Advisory Committee revised Mission Statement, as presented in this evening's Select Board agenda packet.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
20. Discuss Policy recommendations provided by Policy Subcommittee, including adoption of Investment
That the Select Board adopt and implement the consolidated fee schedule as presented at the August 12, 2025 Select Board meeting titled "Select Board Fee Schedule - updated 8/12/25
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned that the Select Board adopt and implement the consolidated fee schedule as presented at the August 12, 2025 Select Board meeting titled "Select Board Fee Schedule - updated 8/12/25." Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: That the Select Board adopt and implement the consolidated fee schedule as presented at the August 12, 2025 Select Board meeting titled "Select Board Fee Schedule - updated 8/12/25."
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned that the Select Board adopt and implement the consolidated fee schedule as presented at the August 12, 2025 Select Board meeting titled "Select Board Fee Schedule - updated 8/12/25." Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: That the Select Board adopt and implement the consolidated fee schedule as presented at the August 12, 2025 Select Board meeting titled "Select Board Fee Schedule - updated 8/12/25.".” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
That the Select Board rescind the fee schedules previously adopted as part of Select Board policies
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned that the Select Board rescind the fee schedules previously adopted as part of Select Board policies. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: That the Select Board rescind the fee schedules previously adopted as part of Select Board policies
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned that the Select Board rescind the fee schedules previously adopted as part of Select Board policies. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Dretler-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: That the Select Board rescind the fee schedules previously adopted as part of Select Board policies.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
24. Discussion on Combined Facilities Director Memorandum of Agreement (MOA); designate Select
Authorize the Chair to represent the Board in discussions with Sudbury Public Schools regarding the Facilities MOA
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to authorize the Chair to represent the Board in discussions with Sudbury Public Schools regarding the Facilities MOA. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To authorize the Chair to represent the Board in discussions with Sudbury Public Schools regarding the Facilities MOA
Yes: Dretler, Gargeya, Kouchakdjian, RussoNo: Carty
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to authorize the Chair to represent the Board in discussions with Sudbury Public Schools regarding the Facilities MOA. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 4-1; Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Carty-no, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To authorize the Chair to represent the Board in discussions with Sudbury Public Schools regarding the Facilities MOA.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
5/20/25 Minutes
Approve 5/20/25 Select Board minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve 5/20/25 Select Board minutes, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve 5/20/25 Select Board minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve 5/20/25 Select Board minutes, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve 5/20/25 Select Board minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
6/10/25 Minutes
Approve 6/10/25 Select Board minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve 6/10/25 Select Board minutes, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve 6/10/25 Select Board minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve 6/10/25 Select Board minutes, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve 6/10/25 Select Board minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
6/24/25 Minutes
Approve 6/24/25 Select Board minutes, as edited
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve 6/24/25 Select Board minutes, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve 6/24/25 Select Board minutes, as edited
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve 6/24/25 Select Board minutes, as edited. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve 6/24/25 Select Board minutes, as edited.” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
26. Review the Select Board Summer 2025 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution
Approve the Select Board Summer 2025 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve the Select Board Summer 2025 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Summer 2025 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to approve the Select Board Summer 2025 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To approve the Select Board Summer 2025 Newsletter articles and approve for distribution..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
Adjourn
Close Open Session and enter Executive Session pursuant to Exemption 3 (G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3)) - To discuss and possibly vote on strategy with respect to litigation (National Prescription Opioids...
Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to close Open Session and enter Executive Session pursuant to Exemption 3 (G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3)) - To discuss and possibly vote on strategy with respect to litigation (National Prescription Opioids Litigation Consortium), and not return to open session. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To close Open Session and enter Executive Session pursuant to Exemption 3 (G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3)) - To discuss and possibly vote on strategy with respect to litigation (National Prescription Opioids Litigation Consortium), and not return to open session.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Dretler motioned to close Open Session and enter Executive Session pursuant to Exemption 3 (G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3)) - To discuss and possibly vote on strategy with respect to litigation (National Prescription Opioids Litigation Consortium), and not return to open session. Board Member Carty seconded the motion. It was on motion 5-0; Carty-aye, Dretler-aye, Russo-aye, Gargeya-aye, Kouchakdjian-aye VOTED: To close Open Session and enter Executive Session pursuant to Exemption 3 (G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3)) - To discuss and possibly vote on strategy with respect to litigation (National Prescription Opioids Litigation Consortium), and not return to open session..” (Motion: Dretler, second: Carty)
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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