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August 6, 2019
33 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Sue Lisio, Wayne Miller, Don Klein
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Approve the application for placement of the poles and wires as indicated in the public hearing notice
DK moved to approve the application for placement of the poles and wires as indicated in the public hearing notice. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve the application for placement of the poles and wires as indicated in the public hearing notice. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Approve the appointment of Julie Byars to the Board of Assessors until the next annual town election
DK moved to approve the appointment of Julie Byars to the Board of Assessors until the next annual town election. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve the appointment of Julie Byars to the Board of Assessors until the next annual town election. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint Courtney Borelli to the Townsend Housing Authority until the next annual town election
DK moved to appoint Courtney Borelli to the Townsend Housing Authority until the next annual town election. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Courtney Borelli to the Townsend Housing Authority until the next annual town election. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint Victoria Janicki to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2022
DK moved to appoint Victoria Janicki to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2022. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Victoria Janicki to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2022. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
3.1 DK moved to appoint Victoria Janicki to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective August
Appoint Craig Stevens as an associate member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020
DK moved to appoint Craig Stevens as an associate member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Craig Stevens as an associate member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint Zachery Leonardo as a Laborer to the Townsend Highway Department effective August 6, 2019 contingent upon the passing of CORI and medical exam with a one- year probationary period
DK moved to appoint Zachery Leonardo as a Laborer to the Townsend Highway Department effective August 6, 2019 contingent upon the passing of CORI and medical exam with a one- year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Zachery Leonardo as a Laborer to the Townsend Highway Department effective August 6, 2019 contingent upon the passing of CORI and medical exam with a one- year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint Keith Letourneau as a Foreman to the Townsend Highway Department effective August 6, 2019
DK moved to appoint Keith Letourneau as a Foreman to the Townsend Highway Department effective August 6, 2019. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Keith Letourneau as a Foreman to the Townsend Highway Department effective August 6, 2019. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
3.4 DK moved to appoint Keith Letourneau as a Foreman to the Townsend Highway Department effective August
Appoint Kathleen Considine to the Council on Aging effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020
DK moved to appoint Kathleen Considine to the Council on Aging effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Kathleen Considine to the Council on Aging effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint Kaila Temple as a fulltime firefighter/paramedic effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020 contingent upon a background check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period
DK Moved to appoint Kaila Temple as a fulltime firefighter/paramedic effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020 contingent upon a background check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“DK Moved to appoint Kaila Temple as a fulltime firefighter/paramedic effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020 contingent upon a background check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (second: Miller)
3.6 DK Moved to appoint Kaila Temple as a fulltime firefighter/paramedic effective August
Appoint Drew Brassard as a full-time firefighter/paramedic effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020 contingent upon a background check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period
DK moved to appoint Drew Brassard as a full-time firefighter/paramedic effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020 contingent upon a background check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Drew Brassard as a full-time firefighter/paramedic effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020 contingent upon a background check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint the following as Election Officials for a one-term term effective September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020 as listed below as summited by the Town Clerk, Kathleen Spofford: Wardens: Clerks:...
DK moved to appoint the following as Election Officials for a one-term term effective September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020 as listed below as summited by the Town Clerk, Kathleen Spofford: Wardens: Clerks: Betty Mae Tenney Joyce Boyes Jane Stonefield Jane Jackson Sharon Lacasse Lindsay Morand Inspectors: Linda Robichaud Eino Kauppi Carole Mansfield Buxton Elaine Martin Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August 6, 2019 2, Paula Woodman Donna Miller Mary Szurley Darlene Coit Jan Wesson-Snapp Barbara Wheeler Louise Thorpe Sue Gerken Heidi Munroe Peter Buxton Clare Kauppi Jerri Bozicas Marie Barnaby Debbie Stoll Sandra Stevens Kathy Spaulding Lynn Pinkerton Ellen Duval Karen Clement David Niemala Helen Kezar Anne Foresman Pat Jemiolo Janet Vesper Linda Durette Sandy Tuttle Ballot Box Clerks: Counters: Brian Colby Andrea Wood Cheryl Simoneau Michael Foster John Stonefield Brian Funaiole WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint the following as Election Officials for a one-term term effective September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020 as listed below as summited by the Town Clerk, Kathleen Spofford: Wardens: Clerks: Betty Mae Tenney Joyce Boyes Jane Stonefield Jane Jackson Sharon Lacasse Lindsay Morand Inspectors: Linda Robichaud Eino Kauppi Carole Mansfield Buxton Elaine Martin Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August 6, 2019 2, Paula Woodman Donna Miller Mary Szurley Darlene Coit Jan Wesson-Snapp Barbara Wheeler Louise Thorpe Sue Gerken Heidi Munroe Peter Buxton Clare Kauppi Jerri Bozicas Marie Barnaby Debbie Stoll Sandra Stevens Kathy Spaulding Lynn Pinkerton Ellen Duval Karen Clement David Niemala Helen Kezar Anne Foresman Pat Jemiolo Janet Vesper Linda Durette Sandy Tuttle Ballot Box Clerks: Counters: Brian Colby Andrea Wood Cheryl Simoneau Michael Foster John Stonefield Brian Funaiole WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint Veronica Kell to the Montachusetts Joint Transportation Committee as the Planning Board Representative effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020
DK moved to appoint Veronica Kell to the Montachusetts Joint Transportation Committee as the Planning Board Representative effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Veronica Kell to the Montachusetts Joint Transportation Committee as the Planning Board Representative effective August 6, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
3.9 DK moved to appoint
Appoint James M. Kreidler, Jr as the Chief Procurement Officer and Municipal Hearings Officer for a one-year term effective July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020
DK moved to appoint James M. Kreidler, Jr as the Chief Procurement Officer and Municipal Hearings Officer for a one-year term effective July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint James M. Kreidler, Jr as the Chief Procurement Officer and Municipal Hearings Officer for a one-year term effective July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Appoint Paul Krapf as the Municipal Custodian effective August 6, 2019 contingent upon the passing of a CORI check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period
DK moved to appoint Paul Krapf as the Municipal Custodian effective August 6, 2019 contingent upon the passing of a CORI check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to appoint Paul Krapf as the Municipal Custodian effective August 6, 2019 contingent upon the passing of a CORI check and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
4.1 Review/Approve/Sign a road opening permit, RE: Emery Road
Approve and sign the road opening permit for the Emery Road permit
DK moved to approve and sign the road opening permit for the Emery Road permit. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve and sign the road opening permit for the Emery Road permit. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
4.2 Review/Approve/Sign a road opening permit, RE: Meadow Road
Approve and sign both permits out of session
DK moved to approve and sign both permits out of session. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve and sign both permits out of session. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Approve and sign out of session an agreement/contract with Tighe & Bond for construction observation for the project, Main Street Water Main Replacement, in the amount of $18,500.00 as recommended...
DK moved to approve and sign out of session an agreement/contract with Tighe & Bond for construction observation for the project, Main Street Water Main Replacement, in the amount of $18,500.00 as recommended by the Water Commissioners. WM seconded. Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August 6, 2019 3 Unanimous vote. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve and sign out of session an agreement/contract with Tighe & Bond for construction observation for the project, Main Street Water Main Replacement, in the amount of $18,500.00 as recommended by the Water Commissioners. WM seconded. Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August 6, 2019 3 Unanimous vote. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Approve and sign outside of session a contract with Weston & Sampson for Environmental Monitoring in the amount of $9,000.00 as recommended by the Board of Health
DK moved to approve and sign outside of session a contract with Weston & Sampson for Environmental Monitoring in the amount of $9,000.00 as recommended by the Board of Health. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve and sign outside of session a contract with Weston & Sampson for Environmental Monitoring in the amount of $9,000.00 as recommended by the Board of Health. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Accept $21,719.00 from the Mass Health Ambulance CPE program and place in the Ambulance Receipt Account Reserved for Appropriation as requested by the Fire-EMS Chief
DK moved to accept $21,719.00 from the Mass Health Ambulance CPE program and place in the Ambulance Receipt Account Reserved for Appropriation as requested by the Fire-EMS Chief. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to accept $21,719.00 from the Mass Health Ambulance CPE program and place in the Ambulance Receipt Account Reserved for Appropriation as requested by the Fire-EMS Chief. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Thank the Planning Board of the referral, the Board has no comment on the subdivision application
DK moved to thank the Planning Board of the referral, the Board has no comment on the subdivision application. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to thank the Planning Board of the referral, the Board has no comment on the subdivision application. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Authorize the Town Accountant to sign a three-year contract with Vadar Systems for financial software applications services
DK moved to authorize the Town Accountant to sign a three-year contract with Vadar Systems for financial software applications services. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to authorize the Town Accountant to sign a three-year contract with Vadar Systems for financial software applications services. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Support the purchase of the property off North End Road and to send a letter of support
DK moved to support the purchase of the property off North End Road and to send a letter of support. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to support the purchase of the property off North End Road and to send a letter of support. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign a three-year agreement/contract with Melanson Heath for audit services
DK moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a three-year agreement/contract with Melanson Heath for audit services. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a three-year agreement/contract with Melanson Heath for audit services. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Professional Services Agreement with the Edward J. Collins, Jr
DK moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Professional Services Agreement with the Edward J. Collins, Jr. Center for Public Management. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Professional Services Agreement with the Edward J. Collins, Jr. Center for Public Management. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Lisio)
Approve and sign a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538 in conjunction with a baby shower to be held on August 18, 2019 with sale hours from 1:00P.M. to 5:00P.M
DK moved to approve and sign a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538 in conjunction with a baby shower to be held on August 18, 2019 with sale hours from 1:00P.M. to 5:00P.M. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve and sign a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538 in conjunction with a baby shower to be held on August 18, 2019 with sale hours from 1:00P.M. to 5:00P.M. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Approve and sign a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538 in conjunction with a birthday party to be held on October 5, 2019 with sale hours from 5:00P.M. to 10:00P.M
DK moved to approve and sign a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538 in conjunction with a birthday party to be held on October 5, 2019 with sale hours from 5:00P.M. to 10:00P.M. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve and sign a one-day special license for Paul Martin, V.F.W. Post #6538 in conjunction with a birthday party to be held on October 5, 2019 with sale hours from 5:00P.M. to 10:00P.M. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
4.13 Review reimbursement request from an employee who lost his hearing aid
Review the reimbursement request from an employee who lost his hearing aid
DK moved to review the reimbursement request from an employee who lost his hearing aid. WM seconded. SL confirmed the Town's insurer does not cover this type of loss. Additional discussion included: what types of personal property could be covered, examples included phones and eye glasses, etc., what the town's responsibility is in regards to the losses. SL asked for a vote to approve. SL (No) DK (No) and WM abstained from the vote.
No: Klein, LisioAbstained: MillerThe roll call records more no votes than yes votes, so the motion is shown as failed.
From the minutes
“DK moved to review the reimbursement request from an employee who lost his hearing aid. WM seconded. SL confirmed the Town's insurer does not cover this type of loss. Additional discussion included: what types of personal property could be covered, examples included phones and eye glasses, etc., what the town's responsibility is in regards to the losses. SL asked for a vote to approve. SL (No) DK (No) and WM abstained from the vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Approve and sign outside of a meeting the mylar for Bridge No. T-07-013 aka West Meadow Bridge
DK moved to approve and sign outside of a meeting the mylar for Bridge No. T-07-013 aka West Meadow Bridge. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve and sign outside of a meeting the mylar for Bridge No. T-07-013 aka West Meadow Bridge. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Lisio)
4.16 Review/Approve a new job description and position for the Library, RE: Young Adult Librarian/Youth Services
Approve the new job description and position for the Library for Young Adult Librarian/Youth Services
DK moved to approve the new job description and position for the Library for Young Adult Librarian/Youth Services. WM seconded. SL inquired if this position will be part of the update from the Collins Center. Mr. Kreidler confirmed it would be. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve the new job description and position for the Library for Young Adult Librarian/Youth Services. WM seconded. SL inquired if this position will be part of the update from the Collins Center. Mr. Kreidler confirmed it would be. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
5.3 Clerk of the Board announcements for events Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August
Approve the meeting minutes for May 28, 2019, July 2, 2019 and July 16, 2019
DK moved to approve the meeting minutes for May 28, 2019, July 2, 2019 and July 16, 2019. WM seconded. Unanimous Vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve the meeting minutes for May 28, 2019, July 2, 2019 and July 16, 2019. WM seconded. Unanimous Vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
5.5 DK moved to approve the meeting minutes for May
Approve the meeting minutes for June 18, 2019
DK moved to approve the meeting minutes for June 18, 2019. SL seconded. WM abstained from vote. Unanimous vote.
Yes: Klein, LisioAbstained: Miller
From the minutes
“DK moved to approve the meeting minutes for June 18, 2019. SL seconded. WM abstained from vote. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Lisio)
Review and sign the payroll and bills payable warrants out of session
DK moved to review and sign the payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK moved to review and sign the payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
Enter into executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or...
DK moved to enter into executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, RE: Police Chief and executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, RE: School Resource Officer and to adjourn from executive session. WM seconded. Roll call vote SL (YES), WM (YES), DK (YES)
From the minutes
“DK moved to enter into executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, RE: Police Chief and executive session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, RE: School Resource Officer and to adjourn from executive session. WM seconded. Roll call vote SL (YES), WM (YES), DK (YES).” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
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