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June 19, 2018
44 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Sue Lisio, Cindy King, Wayne Miller
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Address 2.3 prior to 2.2 2.2 6:10P.M. In conjunction with the Planning Board to appoint a new member until the next Annual Town Election in accordance with 3-1 (f) (1) of the Charter
SL moved to address 2.3 prior to 2.2 2.2 6:10P.M. In conjunction with the Planning Board to appoint a new member until the next Annual Town Election in accordance with 3-1 (f) (1) of the Charter. Ms. Shifrin, a member of the Planning Board informed the Selectmen it was a unanimous vote
From the minutes
“SL moved to address 2.3 prior to 2.2 2.2 6:10P.M. In conjunction with the Planning Board to appoint a new member until the next Annual Town Election in accordance with 3-1 (f) (1) of the Charter. Ms. Shifrin, a member of the Planning Board informed the Selectmen it was a unanimous vote.” (Motion: Lisio)
Appoint Karen Waxman, Kym Craven, and Linda Johansen to the 300" Anniversary Committee effective June 19, 2018
WM moved to appoint Karen Waxman, Kym Craven, and Linda Johansen to the 300" Anniversary Committee effective June 19, 2018. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Karen Waxman, Kym Craven, and Linda Johansen to the 300" Anniversary Committee effective June 19, 2018. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Alice A. Struthers to the Townsend Cultural Council for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021
WM moved to appoint Alice A. Struthers to the Townsend Cultural Council for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Alice A. Struthers to the Townsend Cultural Council for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Townsend Cultural Council for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021
WM moved to appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Townsend Cultural Council for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Townsend Cultural Council for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.3 WM moved to appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Townsend Cultural Council for a three year term effective July
Appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Council on Aging for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021
WM moved to appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Council on Aging for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Council on Aging for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.4 WM moved to appoint Cheryl Simoneau to the Council on Aging for a three year term effective July
Appoint David R. Chenelle to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a five year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2023
WM moved to appoint David R. Chenelle to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a five year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2023. CK seconded Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint David R. Chenelle to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a five year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2023. CK seconded Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Victoria Janicki as an Alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Victoria Janicki as an Alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Victoria Janicki as an Alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Richard Kapenas as the Gas Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Richard Kapenas as the Gas Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Richard Kapenas as the Gas Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Gas Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Gas Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Gas Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.8 WM moved to appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Gas Inspector for a one year term effective July
Appoint Richard Kapenas as the Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Richard Kapenas as the Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Richard Kapenas as the Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.9 WM moved to appoint Richard Kapenas as the Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July
Appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.10 WM moved to appoint Gary Williams as the Alternate Plumbing Inspector for a one year term effective July
Appoint Eric Aaltonen as the Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Eric Aaltonen as the Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Eric Aaltonen as the Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.11 WM moved to appoint Eric Aaltonen as the Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one year term effective July
Appoint William Choate as the Wiring Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint William Choate as the Wiring Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint William Choate as the Wiring Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.12 WM moved to appoint William Choate as the Wiring Inspector for a one year term effective July
Appoint Daniel Cushion as the Alternate Wiring Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Daniel Cushion as the Alternate Wiring Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Daniel Cushion as the Alternate Wiring Inspector for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint the following to the Townsend Police Department in accordance with Chapter 41, Section 97A for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as listed on the agenda
WM moved to appoint the following to the Townsend Police Department in accordance with Chapter 41, Section 97A for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as listed on the agenda. CK seconded. Richard B. Bailey, Police Chief James Sartell, Deputy Chief Mark Giancotti, Lieutenant John Johnson, Sergeant Kimberly Mattson, Sergeant James Marchand, Officer Thaddeus Rochette, Officer George Reidy, Officer Mark Francis, Officer David Phillips, Officer Jeffrey Giles, Officer Michael Marchand, Officer Nicholas Thayer, Officer Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint the following to the Townsend Police Department in accordance with Chapter 41, Section 97A for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as listed on the agenda. CK seconded. Richard B. Bailey, Police Chief James Sartell, Deputy Chief Mark Giancotti, Lieutenant John Johnson, Sergeant Kimberly Mattson, Sergeant James Marchand, Officer Thaddeus Rochette, Officer George Reidy, Officer Mark Francis, Officer David Phillips, Officer Jeffrey Giles, Officer Michael Marchand, Officer Nicholas Thayer, Officer Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.14 WM moved to appoint the following to the Townsend Police Department in accordance with Chapter
Appoint Jean Nichols as Police Matron for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Jean Nichols as Police Matron for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Jean Nichols as Police Matron for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Mary Letourneau as the Animal Control Officer for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Mary Letourneau as the Animal Control Officer for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Chief Bailey informed the Board he would be looking into the issue of the kennel. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Mary Letourneau as the Animal Control Officer for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Chief Bailey informed the Board he would be looking into the issue of the kennel. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.16 WM moved to appoint Mary Letourneau as the Animal Control Officer for a one year term effective July
Appoint Richard B. Bailey as the Keeper of the Lock-up for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Richard B. Bailey as the Keeper of the Lock-up for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Richard B. Bailey as the Keeper of the Lock-up for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint the following as the Agents for the Licensing Authority for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019: Richard B. Bailey, Police Chief Mark Giancotti, Lieutenant John...
WM moved to appoint the following as the Agents for the Licensing Authority for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019: Richard B. Bailey, Police Chief Mark Giancotti, Lieutenant John Johnson, Sergeant Kimberly Mattson, Sergeant CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint the following as the Agents for the Licensing Authority for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019: Richard B. Bailey, Police Chief Mark Giancotti, Lieutenant John Johnson, Sergeant Kimberly Mattson, Sergeant CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.18 WM moved to appoint the following as the Agents for the Licensing Authority for a one year term effective July
Appoint Kathleen Spofford as the Parking Clerk for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint Kathleen Spofford as the Parking Clerk for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Kathleen Spofford as the Parking Clerk for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint the following as Reserve Police Officers for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019: Tony Brennan, Reserve Officer Christopher Van...
WM moved to appoint the following as Reserve Police Officers for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019: Tony Brennan, Reserve Officer Christopher Van Voorhis, Reserve Officer Austin Cote, Reserve Officer Joseph Quinn, Reserve Officer Thomas Kahill, Reserve Officer CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint the following as Reserve Police Officers for the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019: Tony Brennan, Reserve Officer Christopher Van Voorhis, Reserve Officer Austin Cote, Reserve Officer Joseph Quinn, Reserve Officer Thomas Kahill, Reserve Officer CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint the following as Special Police Officers to the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as on listed on the agenda: Selectmen's Meeting...
WM moved to appoint the following as Special Police Officers to the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as on listed on the agenda: Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for June 19, 2018 3 PEPPERELL POLICE DEPARTMENT David Scott, Police Chief Todd Blain, Lieutenant Alan Lessieur, Sergeant Nick Parker, Sergeant Thomas Maskalenko, Sergeant Jeremiah Friend, Sergeant Steven Burke, Patrol Officer Bruce Haskins, Patrol Officer Jared Carrubba, Patrol Officer Fabrizio Vestri, Patrol Officer Stephen Mulkerin, Patrol Officer Daniel D'eon, Patrol Officer Daniel Adams, Patrol Officer Michael Kenney, Patrol Officer John Coburn, Patrol Officer Justin Zink, Patrol Officer David Querze, Reserve Officer Paul Nelson, Reserve Officer Glenn Caswell, Reserve Officer William Greathead, Reserve Officer Jeff Noble, Reserve Officer Michael Pietroforte, Special Officer Michael Luibil, Special Officer Steve Bezanson, Special Officer Scott Woodward, Special Officer CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint the following as Special Police Officers to the Townsend Police Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as on listed on the agenda: Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for June 19, 2018 3 PEPPERELL POLICE DEPARTMENT David Scott, Police Chief Todd Blain, Lieutenant Alan Lessieur, Sergeant Nick Parker, Sergeant Thomas Maskalenko, Sergeant Jeremiah Friend, Sergeant Steven Burke, Patrol Officer Bruce Haskins, Patrol Officer Jared Carrubba, Patrol Officer Fabrizio Vestri, Patrol Officer Stephen Mulkerin, Patrol Officer Daniel D'eon, Patrol Officer Daniel Adams, Patrol Officer Michael Kenney, Patrol Officer John Coburn, Patrol Officer Justin Zink, Patrol Officer David Querze, Reserve Officer Paul Nelson, Reserve Officer Glenn Caswell, Reserve Officer William Greathead, Reserve Officer Jeff Noble, Reserve Officer Michael Pietroforte, Special Officer Michael Luibil, Special Officer Steve Bezanson, Special Officer Scott Woodward, Special Officer CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint the following to the Townsend Fire-EMS Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as listed on the agenda: Shayna Appel, Chaplain Jeffrey Beal,...
WM moved to appoint the following to the Townsend Fire-EMS Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as listed on the agenda: Shayna Appel, Chaplain Jeffrey Beal, Firefighter/EMT-B Kathleen Beal, Firefighter/EMT-B Jacqueline Becker, Paramedic Brenton Bourne, Firefighter/Paramedic Mark Boynton, Fire-EMS Chief Drew Brassard, Fire/Paramedic Shawn Carlin, Paramedic Richard Carlson, Lieutenant Nicole Carter, Paramedic Miles Childs, Paramedic Jeffrey Cormier, Captain/EMT-B Austin Cole, Reserve Company Christopher Coller, Paramedic Duane Creighton, Firefighter Zachery Devincentis, Firefighter Andrew Devoll, Firefighter/Paramedic John Elliott, Deputy Chief William Elliot, Captain Eric Fellows, Photographer Jessica Fellows, EMT-B Greg Galeota, Firefighter/EMT-B Sam Galeota, Firefighter Steven Gay, EMT-B Randy Girard, Firefighter Christian Grant, Paramedic Michael Grimley, Operations Captain Christopher Grotton, Firefighter Brian Harkins, Firefighter/Paramedic Robert Hayes, Paramedic Robert Henderson, Firefighter/EMT-B David Hoffman, Firefighter Brett King, Firefighter Jonathan Kinney, Firefighter/EMT-B Kris Klien, Lieutenant/EMT-B Cory Lopez, Firefighter/EMT-B John Mallinson, Paramedic Eric Mannion, Paramedic Michael Marchand, Firefighter Derek Maskalenko, Firefighter/EMT Austin Matthes, Firefighter Brian Mayer, Lieutenant/EMT-B Joshua McCrillis, Paramedic Eric Modica, Firefighter/EMT-B Steven Mongelli, Firefighter Laura Moreau, Paramedic Jean Nichols, EMT-B Benjamin Niemiera, Operations LT Leon Niemiera, Firefighter/EMT-B James Normington, Firefighter Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for June 19, 2018 4 Everett Olsen, Paramedic Shawn Ormiston, Paramedic Keven Patterson, Chaplain Colton Peladeau, Paramedic Kevin Pena, Firefighter/EMT-B Andrew Perry, Firefighter/Paramedic Ronald Petrucci, Firefighter/Paramedic David Powell, Mechanic Jeffrey Rupple, Paramedic Martin Scott, Operations Captain Andrew Shepherd, Firefighter Gary Shepherd, Deputy Chief Dan Silva, Firefighter/EMT-B Benjamin Simmons, LT/Paramedic Michael Sadano, Firefighter Nicholas Stepney, Mechanic Thomas Stepney, Mechanic David Stevens, Firefighter John Tuomi, Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Virostko, Firefighter/EMT-B Michael Whitter, Firefighter/EMT-B Christopher Williams, Firefighter/EMT CK seconded. Discussing regarding the appointment of a Police Officer and Firefighter ensued, emphasis on the financial loss of an Officer if injured as a Firefighter. The Board asked a letter be sent to the Officer/Firefighter reminding him of the risk. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint the following to the Townsend Fire-EMS Department for a one year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 as listed on the agenda: Shayna Appel, Chaplain Jeffrey Beal, Firefighter/EMT-B Kathleen Beal, Firefighter/EMT-B Jacqueline Becker, Paramedic Brenton Bourne, Firefighter/Paramedic Mark Boynton, Fire-EMS Chief Drew Brassard, Fire/Paramedic Shawn Carlin, Paramedic Richard Carlson, Lieutenant Nicole Carter, Paramedic Miles Childs, Paramedic Jeffrey Cormier, Captain/EMT-B Austin Cole, Reserve Company Christopher Coller, Paramedic Duane Creighton, Firefighter Zachery Devincentis, Firefighter Andrew Devoll, Firefighter/Paramedic John Elliott, Deputy Chief William Elliot, Captain Eric Fellows, Photographer Jessica Fellows, EMT-B Greg Galeota, Firefighter/EMT-B Sam Galeota, Firefighter Steven Gay, EMT-B Randy Girard, Firefighter Christian Grant, Paramedic Michael Grimley, Operations Captain Christopher Grotton, Firefighter Brian Harkins, Firefighter/Paramedic Robert Hayes, Paramedic Robert Henderson, Firefighter/EMT-B David Hoffman, Firefighter Brett King, Firefighter Jonathan Kinney, Firefighter/EMT-B Kris Klien, Lieutenant/EMT-B Cory Lopez, Firefighter/EMT-B John Mallinson, Paramedic Eric Mannion, Paramedic Michael Marchand, Firefighter Derek Maskalenko, Firefighter/EMT Austin Matthes, Firefighter Brian Mayer, Lieutenant/EMT-B Joshua McCrillis, Paramedic Eric Modica, Firefighter/EMT-B Steven Mongelli, Firefighter Laura Moreau, Paramedic Jean Nichols, EMT-B Benjamin Niemiera, Operations LT Leon Niemiera, Firefighter/EMT-B James Normington, Firefighter Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for June 19, 2018 4 Everett Olsen, Paramedic Shawn Ormiston, Paramedic Keven Patterson, Chaplain Colton Peladeau, Paramedic Kevin Pena, Firefighter/EMT-B Andrew Perry, Firefighter/Paramedic Ronald Petrucci, Firefighter/Paramedic David Powell, Mechanic Jeffrey Rupple, Paramedic Martin Scott, Operations Captain Andrew Shepherd, Firefighter Gary Shepherd, Deputy Chief Dan Silva, Firefighter/EMT-B Benjamin Simmons, LT/Paramedic Michael Sadano, Firefighter Nicholas Stepney, Mechanic Thomas Stepney, Mechanic David Stevens, Firefighter John Tuomi, Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Virostko, Firefighter/EMT-B Michael Whitter, Firefighter/EMT-B Christopher Williams, Firefighter/EMT CK seconded. Discussing regarding the appointment of a Police Officer and Firefighter ensued, emphasis on the financial loss of an Officer if injured as a Firefighter. The Board asked a letter be sent to the Officer/Firefighter reminding him of the risk. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Todd Arsenault and Karen Clement to the American Flag Committee effective June 19, 2018
WM moved to appoint Todd Arsenault and Karen Clement to the American Flag Committee effective June 19, 2018. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Todd Arsenault and Karen Clement to the American Flag Committee effective June 19, 2018. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.23 WM moved to appoint Todd Arsenault and Karen Clement to the American Flag Committee effective June
Appoint James Deroian and John Hussey to the Conservation Commission for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021
WM moved to appoint James Deroian and John Hussey to the Conservation Commission for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint James Deroian and John Hussey to the Conservation Commission for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
3.26 The Board addressed agenda items
Appoint Christopher Low as a probationary full-time Police Officer for the Townsend Police Department contingent upon a background check, psychological exam, Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for June...
WM moved to appoint Christopher Low as a probationary full-time Police Officer for the Townsend Police Department contingent upon a background check, psychological exam, Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for June 19, 2018 5 medical exam and successful completion of the MPTC and contingent upon that payroll does not start until day 1 of the Academy. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Christopher Low as a probationary full-time Police Officer for the Townsend Police Department contingent upon a background check, psychological exam, Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for June 19, 2018 5 medical exam and successful completion of the MPTC and contingent upon that payroll does not start until day 1 of the Academy. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint James Smith to the Montachusett Joint Transportation Committee for a one-year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019
WM moved to appoint James Smith to the Montachusett Joint Transportation Committee for a one-year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint James Smith to the Montachusett Joint Transportation Committee for a one-year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Appoint Michael Brown and Brent R. Carney to the Energy Committee for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021
WM moved to appoint Michael Brown and Brent R. Carney to the Energy Committee for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint Michael Brown and Brent R. Carney to the Energy Committee for a three year term effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
4.1 Review/Comment mandatory referral for the Zoning Board of Appeals, RE:
Thank the ZBA for the opportunity to comment and to take no action
WM moved to thank the ZBA for the opportunity to comment and to take no action. SL clarified to send no comment. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to thank the ZBA for the opportunity to comment and to take no action. SL clarified to send no comment. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve a special license for Brianna Doughty, Pearl Hill State Park in conjunction with a "cookout" with serving hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M
WM moved to approve a special license for Brianna Doughty, Pearl Hill State Park in conjunction with a "cookout" with serving hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M. CK seconded. WM amended to include: contingent upon having a TIPS certified server. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve a special license for Brianna Doughty, Pearl Hill State Park in conjunction with a "cookout" with serving hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M. CK seconded. WM amended to include: contingent upon having a TIPS certified server. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve and sign the Recycled Product Procurement Policy and to amend with "each department shall log purchases of recycled products and make available the documentation to the Town Administrator...
WM moved to approve and sign the Recycled Product Procurement Policy and to amend with "each department shall log purchases of recycled products and make available the documentation to the Town Administrator upon request" and to sign the policy outside of the meeting. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve and sign the Recycled Product Procurement Policy and to amend with "each department shall log purchases of recycled products and make available the documentation to the Town Administrator upon request" and to sign the policy outside of the meeting. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
4.4 Review Chapter
Not exercise the first right of refusal for Bailey Road
WM moved to not exercise the first right of refusal for Bailey Road. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to not exercise the first right of refusal for Bailey Road. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
4.6 Authorize in accordance with MGL Chapter
Authorize in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E % an increase of $10,000 in authorized spending for the Recreation Revolving Account
WM moved to authorize in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E % an increase of $10,000 in authorized spending for the Recreation Revolving Account. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to authorize in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E % an increase of $10,000 in authorized spending for the Recreation Revolving Account. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve $4,500.00 from Health Insurance transferred to Street Lights Energy
WM moved to approve $4,500.00 from Health Insurance transferred to Street Lights Energy. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve $4,500.00 from Health Insurance transferred to Street Lights Energy. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve $15,000.00 from Health Insurance transferred to Facilities
WM moved to approve $15,000.00 from Health Insurance transferred to Facilities. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve $15,000.00 from Health Insurance transferred to Facilities. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve $325.00 from Health Insurance to Other purchased services
WM moved to approve $325.00 from Health Insurance to Other purchased services. CK seconded. The Board expressed concern there was no reason given and asked that all transfer requests outline the reason for such. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve $325.00 from Health Insurance to Other purchased services. CK seconded. The Board expressed concern there was no reason given and asked that all transfer requests outline the reason for such. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve $4,500.00 from Health Insurance to Land Use Professional Services
WM moved to approve $4,500.00 from Health Insurance to Land Use Professional Services. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve $4,500.00 from Health Insurance to Land Use Professional Services. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve $5,000.00 from Health Insurance to Legal Expenses
WM moved to approve $5,000.00 from Health Insurance to Legal Expenses. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve $5,000.00 from Health Insurance to Legal Expenses. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve the Change Order #4 in the amount of $12,836.98 for the West Townsend Fire Station Project
WM moved to approve the Change Order #4 in the amount of $12,836.98 for the West Townsend Fire Station Project. CK seconded. The Board expressed disappointment there's was no one in attendance to discuss the project and concern with this being the 4" change order. Any change orders in the future, the Board requested the Chief and other designee be available to discuss. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve the Change Order #4 in the amount of $12,836.98 for the West Townsend Fire Station Project. CK seconded. The Board expressed disappointment there's was no one in attendance to discuss the project and concern with this being the 4" change order. Any change orders in the future, the Board requested the Chief and other designee be available to discuss. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve the engineering proposal for the Townsend Water Department with Tighe & Bond for the purpose of replacing approximately 3,100 linear feet of water main along a portion of Main Street and...
WM moved to approve the engineering proposal for the Townsend Water Department with Tighe & Bond for the purpose of replacing approximately 3,100 linear feet of water main along a portion of Main Street and to sign the contract out of session. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve the engineering proposal for the Townsend Water Department with Tighe & Bond for the purpose of replacing approximately 3,100 linear feet of water main along a portion of Main Street and to sign the contract out of session. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
5.1.7 Brief Cable System Expansion
Approve the meeting minutes for May 22, 2018, May 24, 2018, May 29, 2018
WM moved to approve the meeting minutes for May 22, 2018, May 24, 2018, May 29, 2018. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve the meeting minutes for May 22, 2018, May 24, 2018, May 29, 2018. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve the meeting minutes for June 5, 2018
WM moved to approve the meeting minutes for June 5, 2018. CK seconded. SL & WM (YES) and CK abstained from the vote.
Yes: Lisio, MillerAbstained: King
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve the meeting minutes for June 5, 2018. CK seconded. SL & WM (YES) and CK abstained from the vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Review and sign the payroll and bills payable warrants out of session
WM moved to review and sign the payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to review and sign the payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Adjourn
WM moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:17P.M. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:17P.M. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
From the Townsend Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agendas and Minutes page (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): Town of Townsend Candidates Night video — Valerie Goodrich and Sarah Logan (April 2025); Just Townies — Laura Shifrin (October 2023). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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