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December 20, 2022
16 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Jay Kelly, who is counted absent.
Present: Todd R. Johnson, James F. Mackey, Mark Kratman, Jayne E. Wellman
Absent: Jay Kelly
Every vote, in order
NMCOG (Northern Middlesex Council of Governments) Municipal Digital Equity Planning
Approve the 2022 (retroactively) and 2023 Common Victualler License & Renewal Application for the Pushcart Café
MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to approve the 2022 (retroactively) and 2023 Common Victualler License & Renewal Application for the Pushcart Café. Board Member Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to approve the 2022 (retroactively) and 2023 Common Victualler License & Renewal Application for the Pushcart Café. Board Member Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Kratman)
Adopt the official proclamation for Tewksbury Tree City USA
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to adopt the official proclamation for Tewksbury Tree City USA. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to adopt the official proclamation for Tewksbury Tree City USA. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Wellman, second: Mackey)
Waive the reading of the public notice into the record
MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to waive the reading of the public notice into the record. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to waive the reading of the public notice into the record. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Wellman)
Close the public hearing
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to close the public hearing. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to close the public hearing. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Wellman, second: Mackey)
Approve 30 one-day beer and wine licenses for the Tree House Brewing Company with the hours of operation being Monday through Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to...
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve 30 one-day beer and wine licenses for the Tree House Brewing Company with the hours of operation being Monday through Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. beginning January 6, 2023, and to terminate on February 9, 2023, excluding Tuesday's contingent upon complying with the town department's regulations and requests. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 3 - 1 - 0. (Nay - Board Member Kratman)
Yes: Johnson, Mackey, WellmanNo: Kratman
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve 30 one-day beer and wine licenses for the Tree House Brewing Company with the hours of operation being Monday through Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. beginning January 6, 2023, and to terminate on February 9, 2023, excluding Tuesday's contingent upon complying with the town department's regulations and requests. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 3 - 1 - 0. (Nay - Board Member Kratman).” (Motion: Wellman, second: Mackey)
NEW BUSINESS
Waive the reading of the public notice into the record
MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to waive the reading of the public notice into the record. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to waive the reading of the public notice into the record. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Mackey)
Approve the transfer of the used car dealership license Class II as presented
MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to approve the transfer of the used car dealership license Class II as presented. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to approve the transfer of the used car dealership license Class II as presented. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Mackey)
Set Date for May Special Town Meeting
Approve the above-listed dates for the Town Meeting and the Special Town Meeting
MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to approve the above-listed dates for the Town Meeting and the Special Town Meeting. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to approve the above-listed dates for the Town Meeting and the Special Town Meeting. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Wellman)
Open and Close Annual and Special Town Meeting Warrant
Open the Warrant beginning on December 21, 2022, and to vote to close the Warrant on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 4:30 p.m
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to open the Warrant beginning on December 21, 2022, and to vote to close the Warrant on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to open the Warrant beginning on December 21, 2022, and to vote to close the Warrant on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Wellman, second: Mackey)
Housing Authority Vacancy/Planning Board
Put both unexpired seats (2 years left on each term of a 5-year term) on the Annual Town Election ballot to be held on April 1, 2023
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to put both unexpired seats (2 years left on each term of a 5-year term) on the Annual Town Election ballot to be held on April 1, 2023. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to put both unexpired seats (2 years left on each term of a 5-year term) on the Annual Town Election ballot to be held on April 1, 2023. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Wellman, second: Mackey)
Review of Entertainment Licenses
Waive the requirement for an Entertainment License for establishments with a single television or radio
MOTION: made a motion to waive the requirement for an Entertainment License for establishments with a single television or radio. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION: made a motion to waive the requirement for an Entertainment License for establishments with a single television or radio. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (second: Wellman)
Accept the $3,000 donation from the Lowell Five with the Select Board's sincere appreciation
MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to accept the $3,000 donation from the Lowell Five with the Select Board's sincere appreciation. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to accept the $3,000 donation from the Lowell Five with the Select Board's sincere appreciation. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Wellman)
TOWN MANAGER
Approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,122.50 for the period of November 16, 2022 - November 30, 2022
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,122.50 for the period of November 16, 2022 - November 30, 2022. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,122.50 for the period of November 16, 2022 - November 30, 2022. Vice-Chair Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Wellman, second: Mackey)
July 25, 2022
Approve the minutes of July 25, 2022, meeting, as presented
MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to approve the minutes of July 25, 2022, meeting, as presented. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to approve the minutes of July 25, 2022, meeting, as presented. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Wellman)
November 22, 2022
Approve the minutes of November 22, 2022, meeting, as presented
MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to approve the minutes of November 22, 2022, meeting, as presented. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Kratman made a motion to approve the minutes of November 22, 2022, meeting, as presented. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Wellman)
Chair Johnson
Adjourn
Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to adjourn. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Mackey made a motion to adjourn. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Wellman)
From the Tewksbury Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). 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): The Lowell Sun — John Lombardo (Peter Currier, April 2026), Richard Russo Jr. (Aaron Curtis, April 2025), Eric Ryder (courtesy photo, April 2024); Tewksbury Town Crier courtesy photos — Mark Kratman (March 2025) and James F. Mackey III (March 2024). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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