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October 22, 2024
27 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Patrick Holland, Mark Kratman, James F. Mackey, Jayne E. Wellman, Eric Ryder
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Mr. Richard Montuori, Town Manager
Request that Mr. Hardiman put together some options regarding funding for an in-house design
MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to request that Mr. Hardiman put together some options regarding funding for an in-house design. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to request that Mr. Hardiman put together some options regarding funding for an in-house design. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Ryder)
SCHEDULED ITEMS
Approve the request for a Change of Manager as requested
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the request for a Change of Manager as requested. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the request for a Change of Manager as requested. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Wellman)
Close the public hearing
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to close the public hearing. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to close the public hearing. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Wellman)
Approve the request with the stipulation that Mr. Hardiman's questions were all addressed as part of the relocation of the pole
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the request with the stipulation that Mr. Hardiman's questions were all addressed as part of the relocation of the pole. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the request with the stipulation that Mr. Hardiman's questions were all addressed as part of the relocation of the pole. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Wellman)
Close the public hearing
MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to close the public hearing. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to close the public hearing. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Ryder)
Approve the request for a Change of Alteration
MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the request for a Change of Alteration. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the request for a Change of Alteration. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Kratman)
Close the public hearing
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to close the public hearing. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to close the public hearing. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Wellman)
Approve the Common Victualler License as requested
MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the Common Victualler License as requested. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the Common Victualler License as requested. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Wellman)
Revolutionary War Line of March - Matthew Ducey
Approve the Revolutionary War Line of March on April 18th and April 19th, 2025, with the stipulation that the applicant obtain the necessary permission from the Tewksbury Police Department
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the Revolutionary War Line of March on April 18th and April 19th, 2025, with the stipulation that the applicant obtain the necessary permission from the Tewksbury Police Department. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the Revolutionary War Line of March on April 18th and April 19th, 2025, with the stipulation that the applicant obtain the necessary permission from the Tewksbury Police Department. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Wellman)
Cell Tower Lease at 999 Whipple Road
Approve the Cell Tower Lease at 999 Whipple Road, with the stipulation that the town received assurance that the tower would be maintained and was safe
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the Cell Tower Lease at 999 Whipple Road, with the stipulation that the town received assurance that the tower would be maintained and was safe. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the Cell Tower Lease at 999 Whipple Road, with the stipulation that the town received assurance that the tower would be maintained and was safe. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Ryder)
Sale of Town-Owned Parcels
Approve the sale of Newton Avenue, Map 46, Lot 156, in the amount of $11,000
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the sale of Newton Avenue, Map 46, Lot 156, in the amount of $11,000. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the sale of Newton Avenue, Map 46, Lot 156, in the amount of $11,000. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Wellman)
Approve the sale of 283 Pleasant Street with the removal of contingencies 4, 5, & 6
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the sale of 283 Pleasant Street with the removal of contingencies 4, 5, & 6. Chair Holland seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 3 - 2 - 0. (Nay - Board Member Wellman and Vice-Chair Kratman)
Yes: Holland, Mackey, RyderNo: Kratman, Wellman
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the sale of 283 Pleasant Street with the removal of contingencies 4, 5, & 6. Chair Holland seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 3 - 2 - 0. (Nay - Board Member Wellman and Vice-Chair Kratman).” (Motion: Ryder, second: Holland)
Approve the sale of McCarthy Way, Map 81, Lot 220, in the amount of $1,480
MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the sale of McCarthy Way, Map 81, Lot 220, in the amount of $1,480. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the sale of McCarthy Way, Map 81, Lot 220, in the amount of $1,480. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Wellman)
Massachusetts Cultural Council Appointment - Isabel Kaylee DeSisto
Approve the appointment of Isabel Kaylee DeSisto to the Massachusetts Cultural Council
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve the appointment of Isabel Kaylee DeSisto to the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve the appointment of Isabel Kaylee DeSisto to the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Wellman, second: Kratman)
Council on Aging Appointment - Robert Herrick
Approve the appointment of Robert Herrick to the Council on Aging
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the appointment of Robert Herrick to the Council on Aging. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the appointment of Robert Herrick to the Council on Aging. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Ryder)
Tree City USA
Approve the official proclamation
MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the official proclamation. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Mackey made a motion to approve the official proclamation. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Wellman)
Presidential State Election Warrant
Approve the November 5, 2024, Presidential State Election Warrant as presented by the Town Clerk
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the November 5, 2024, Presidential State Election Warrant as presented by the Town Clerk. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the November 5, 2024, Presidential State Election Warrant as presented by the Town Clerk. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Wellman)
Tentative 2025 Select Board Meeting Dates
Approve the draft 2025 Select Board meeting dates
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the draft 2025 Select Board meeting dates. Board Member Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the draft 2025 Select Board meeting dates. Board Member Mackey seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Mackey)
Approve the request for the change in hours to 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m./seven days per week
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the request for the change in hours to 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m./seven days per week. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 1 - 0. (Nay - Chair Holland)
Yes: Kratman, Mackey, Ryder, WellmanNo: Holland
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the request for the change in hours to 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m./seven days per week. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 4 - 1 - 0. (Nay - Chair Holland).” (Motion: Kratman, second: Wellman)
Donations to the Senior Center
Accept the donation in the amount of $200.00
MOTION: Board Member Board Member Ryder made a motion to accept the donation in the amount of $200.00. Board Member Mackey seconded the motion with the Select Boards sincere appreciation. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Board Member Ryder made a motion to accept the donation in the amount of $200.00. Board Member Mackey seconded the motion with the Select Boards sincere appreciation. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Mackey)
Approve the National Grid Grant of Easement
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the National Grid Grant of Easement. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the National Grid Grant of Easement. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Wellman)
State Hospital Discussion
Request that Mr. Montuori draft a letter to the governor's office stating that the Select Board was demanding better security at the state hospital
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to request that Mr. Montuori draft a letter to the governor's office stating that the Select Board was demanding better security at the state hospital. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to request that Mr. Montuori draft a letter to the governor's office stating that the Select Board was demanding better security at the state hospital. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Ryder)
Town Counsel Invoice
Approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $3,017.50
MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $3,017.50. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Wellman made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $3,017.50. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Wellman, second: Kratman)
Approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,572.50
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,572.50. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,572.50. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Wellman)
Approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,442.50
MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,442.50. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Vice-Chair Kratman made a motion to approve the Town Counsel invoice in the amount of $4,442.50. Board Member Ryder seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Kratman, second: Ryder)
Minutes
Approve the minutes of the July 9, 2024, and July 10, 2024, meetings, as presented
MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the minutes of the July 9, 2024, and July 10, 2024, meetings, as presented. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Board Member Ryder made a motion to approve the minutes of the July 9, 2024, and July 10, 2024, meetings, as presented. Board Member Wellman seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Ryder, second: Wellman)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Enter a non-public session
MOTION: At approximately 9:52 p.m., Board Member Mackey made a motion to enter a non-public session. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken, which resulted as follows: Yea: Board Member Mackey, Vice-Chair Kratman, 5 Board Member Wellman, Board Member Ryder, & Chair Holland Nay: 0 MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0.
From the minutes
“MOTION: At approximately 9:52 p.m., Board Member Mackey made a motion to enter a non-public session. Vice-Chair Kratman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken, which resulted as follows: Yea: Board Member Mackey, Vice-Chair Kratman, 5 Board Member Wellman, Board Member Ryder, & Chair Holland Nay: 0 MOTION CARRIED: 5 - 0 - 0..” (Motion: Mackey, second: Kratman)
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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