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October 23, 2018
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Sue Lisio, Wayne Miller
Absent: Cindy King
Every vote, in order
Appoint the Fire Chief to the Pepperell, Ashby, Townsend Communications Group
WM moved to appoint the Fire Chief to the Pepperell, Ashby, Townsend Communications Group. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to appoint the Fire Chief to the Pepperell, Ashby, Townsend Communications Group. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
SL continue her work with Nashoba Valley Dispatch
WM moved that SL continue her work with Nashoba Valley Dispatch. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved that SL continue her work with Nashoba Valley Dispatch. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Approve change order #8 in the amount of $2,635.00 for the West Townsend Fire Station Project
WM moved to approve change order #8 in the amount of $2,635.00 for the West Townsend Fire Station Project. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve change order #8 in the amount of $2,635.00 for the West Townsend Fire Station Project. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Approve the Road Opening Permit for Unitil regarding Cross Street
WM moved to approve the Road Opening Permit for Unitil regarding Cross Street. SL seconded. Unanimous Vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve the Road Opening Permit for Unitil regarding Cross Street. SL seconded. Unanimous Vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Approve one-day special licenses for Terri Roy, VFW Post #6538 for the following dates: © October 27, 2018 with serving hours from 7:00P.M. to 11:00P.M. in conjunction with a birthday party. e...
WM moved to approve one-day special licenses for Terri Roy, VFW Post #6538 for the following dates: © October 27, 2018 with serving hours from 7:00P.M. to 11:00P.M. in conjunction with a birthday party. e November 10, 2018 with serving hours from 7:00P.M. to 11:00P.M. in conjunction with a birthday party. e November 17, 2018 with serving hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M. in conjunction with a baby shower. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve one-day special licenses for Terri Roy, VFW Post #6538 for the following dates: © October 27, 2018 with serving hours from 7:00P.M. to 11:00P.M. in conjunction with a birthday party. e November 10, 2018 with serving hours from 7:00P.M. to 11:00P.M. in conjunction with a birthday party. e November 17, 2018 with serving hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M. in conjunction with a baby shower. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Approve the classification and vacancy in the water department
WM moved to approve the classification and vacancy in the water department. SL seconded. Mr. Kreidler explained the new position was voted by the Water Commissioners. Mr. Kreidler stated he received the job description last night and rated the position, (please see attached). The Board reviewed the current classifications for positions - (please see attached). Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve the classification and vacancy in the water department. SL seconded. Mr. Kreidler explained the new position was voted by the Water Commissioners. Mr. Kreidler stated he received the job description last night and rated the position, (please see attached). The Board reviewed the current classifications for positions - (please see attached). Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Reconvene in an open session
WM amended the motion to reconvene in an open session. SL seconded. Roll call SL (YES) and WM (YES).
From the minutes
“WM amended the motion to reconvene in an open session. SL seconded. Roll call SL (YES) and WM (YES)..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Close executive session and enter into regular session
WM moved to close executive session and enter into regular session. SL seconded. Roll call vote: SL (YES) & WM (YES).
From the minutes
“WM moved to close executive session and enter into regular session. SL seconded. Roll call vote: SL (YES) & WM (YES)..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
The Board of Selectmen ratify the addendum to the Supervisors contract for the Police Lieutenant and sign out of session
WM moved the Board of Selectmen ratify the addendum to the Supervisors contract for the Police Lieutenant and sign out of session. SL seconded. Unanimous Vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved the Board of Selectmen ratify the addendum to the Supervisors contract for the Police Lieutenant and sign out of session. SL seconded. Unanimous Vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Push out the Town Administrator's evaluation until March 31, 2019
WM moved to push out the Town Administrator's evaluation until March 31, 2019. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to push out the Town Administrator's evaluation until March 31, 2019. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
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. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to review and sign the payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
Adjourn
WM moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:55P.M. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:55P.M. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: Lisio)
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