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January 22, 2019
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Sue Lisio, Cindy King, Wayne Miller
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
(the minutes do not state the motion)
WM amended the motion contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK _ seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM amended the motion contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK _ seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller)
Approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on February 23, 2019 in conjunction with a "Fundraiser" with sale hours from 06:00P.M. to 11:00P.M....
WM moved to approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on February 23, 2019 in conjunction with a "Fundraiser" with sale hours from 06:00P.M. to 11:00P.M. contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on February 23, 2019 in conjunction with a "Fundraiser" with sale hours from 06:00P.M. to 11:00P.M. contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on April 6, 2019 in conjunction with a "Wedding Reception" with sale hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M.,...
WM moved to approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on April 6, 2019 in conjunction with a "Wedding Reception" with sale hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M., contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on April 6, 2019 in conjunction with a "Wedding Reception" with sale hours from 12:00P.M. to 4:00P.M., contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on June 1, 2019 in conjunction with a "Fundraiser" with sale hours from 6:00P.M. to 10:00P.M., contingent...
WM moved to approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on June 1, 2019 in conjunction with a "Fundraiser" with sale hours from 6:00P.M. to 10:00P.M., contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538, 491A Main Street on June 1, 2019 in conjunction with a "Fundraiser" with sale hours from 6:00P.M. to 10:00P.M., contingent upon written approval from the ABCC. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve and authorize the Chair of the Board to sign the contract/sales order for the purchase of a Holder model «270 tractor in the amount of $142,695.00
WM Moved to approve and authorize the Chair of the Board to sign the contract/sales order for the purchase of a Holder model «270 tractor in the amount of $142,695.00. The Board reviewed the sales order - please see attached. Mr. Kreidler explained the town did work with the Inspector General directly as this is a sole source procurement for this piece of machinery, noting the procurement is complete. Unanimous vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“WM Moved to approve and authorize the Chair of the Board to sign the contract/sales order for the purchase of a Holder model «270 tractor in the amount of $142,695.00. The Board reviewed the sales order - please see attached. Mr. Kreidler explained the town did work with the Inspector General directly as this is a sole source procurement for this piece of machinery, noting the procurement is complete. Unanimous vote..”
2.6 WM moved to approve a request to add a ballot question to the April
Take no action on motion
WM moved to take no action on motion. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to take no action on motion. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Vote to extend the date for compliance for 30 days contingent upon the proper placement of one unregistered vehicle and proof of registration for the other vehicle and removal of the other two
WM moved to vote to extend the date for compliance for 30 days contingent upon the proper placement of one unregistered vehicle and proof of registration for the other vehicle and removal of the other two. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to vote to extend the date for compliance for 30 days contingent upon the proper placement of one unregistered vehicle and proof of registration for the other vehicle and removal of the other two. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Approve meeting minutes for December 4", December 13" and December 20", 2019
WM moved to approve meeting minutes for December 4", December 13" and December 20", 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to approve meeting minutes for December 4", December 13" and December 20", 2019. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
4.5 WM moved to approve meeting minutes for December
Review and sign bills payable warrant out of session
WM moved to review and sign bills payable warrant out of session. CK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“WM moved to review and sign bills payable warrant out of session. CK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Enter into executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to discuss strategy for contract negotiations with non-union personnel. (Finalize Treasurer Collector Contract, Discussion amendment...
WM moved to enter into executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to discuss strategy for contract negotiations with non-union personnel. (Finalize Treasurer Collector Contract, Discussion amendment for Town Accountant Contract and Strategize re: union and personal service contracts). CK seconded. Roll call vote SL (YES), WM (YES), and CK (YES)
From the minutes
“WM moved to enter into executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to discuss strategy for contract negotiations with non-union personnel. (Finalize Treasurer Collector Contract, Discussion amendment for Town Accountant Contract and Strategize re: union and personal service contracts). CK seconded. Roll call vote SL (YES), WM (YES), and CK (YES).” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
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