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April 5, 2022
28 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Joseph Z. Shank, Chaz Sexton-Diranian, Veronica Kell
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes of 2/2/2022
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to approve the minutes of 2/2/2022. Motion passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian and Veronica Kell in favor; Joe Shank abstaining.
Yes: Kell, Sexton-DiranianAbstained: Shank
From the minutes
“motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to approve the minutes of 2/2/2022. Motion passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian and Veronica Kell in favor; Joe Shank abstaining..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Kell)
Approve the minutes of 2/7/2022
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the minutes of 2/7/2022. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the minutes of 2/7/2022. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Approve the minutes of 2/14/2022
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to approve the minutes of 2/14/2022. Motion passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian and Veronica Kell in favor; Joe Shank abstaining.
Yes: Kell, Sexton-DiranianAbstained: Shank
From the minutes
“motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to approve the minutes of 2/14/2022. Motion passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian and Veronica Kell in favor; Joe Shank abstaining..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Kell)
Approve the minutes of 3/30/2022
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the minutes of 3/30/2022. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the minutes of 3/30/2022. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Accept the resignation of Drew Brassard as a full-time firefighter/medic and appoint him as a per diem firefighter/medic
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to accept the resignation of Drew Brassard as a full-time firefighter/medic and appoint him as a per diem firefighter/medic. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to accept the resignation of Drew Brassard as a full-time firefighter/medic and appoint him as a per diem firefighter/medic. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Amend the appointment of Cameron Milewski from per diem firefighter/medic to full-time firefighter/EMT subject to a CORI check and a one-year probationary period
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to amend the appointment of Cameron Milewski from per diem firefighter/medic to full-time firefighter/EMT subject to a CORI check and a one-year probationary period.. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to amend the appointment of Cameron Milewski from per diem firefighter/medic to full-time firefighter/EMT subject to a CORI check and a one-year probationary period.. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Accept the resignation Officials/Person nel, cont'd: Conservation Commission TEMA Inspector of Animals nomination Admin Asst to BOS and TA Rec Kids TA Meeting Business: Police Cruiser lease of...
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to accept the resignation Officials/Person nel, cont'd: Conservation Commission TEMA Inspector of Animals nomination Admin Asst to BOS and TA Rec Kids TA Meeting Business: Police Cruiser lease of Gary Shepherd as a trustee of the Townsend Affordable Housing Trust. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to accept the resignation Officials/Person nel, cont'd: Conservation Commission TEMA Inspector of Animals nomination Admin Asst to BOS and TA Rec Kids TA Meeting Business: Police Cruiser lease of Gary Shepherd as a trustee of the Townsend Affordable Housing Trust. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Appoint Colby Streeter as the Conservation Commission representative and Emy Hoff as the Recreation Commission representative to the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee fora term from today...
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to appoint Colby Streeter as the Conservation Commission representative and Emy Hoff as the Recreation Commission representative to the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee fora term from today through June 30, 2024. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to appoint Colby Streeter as the Conservation Commission representative and Emy Hoff as the Recreation Commission representative to the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee fora term from today through June 30, 2024. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Nominate Mary Letourneau and John King as Inspector of Animals
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to nominate Mary Letourneau and John King as Inspector of Animals. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to nominate Mary Letourneau and John King as Inspector of Animals. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Appoint Sabrina Moore as Administrative Assistant to the Selectboard and the Town Administrator contingent upon a CORI check and pre-employment physical with a one-year probationary period
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to appoint Sabrina Moore as Administrative Assistant to the Selectboard and the Town Administrator contingent upon a CORI check and pre-employment physical with a one-year probationary period. Motion passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian and Veronica Kell both voting yes and Joe Shank abstaining.
Yes: Kell, Sexton-DiranianAbstained: Shank
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to appoint Sabrina Moore as Administrative Assistant to the Selectboard and the Town Administrator contingent upon a CORI check and pre-employment physical with a one-year probationary period. Motion passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian and Veronica Kell both voting yes and Joe Shank abstaining..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Kell)
Appoint Greta Helfter and Alisha Praileau as fractional employees of the RecKids 2022 program at a rate of $14.25 per hour subject toa CORI check and pre-employment physical
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to appoint Greta Helfter and Alisha Praileau as fractional employees of the RecKids 2022 program at a rate of $14.25 per hour subject toa CORI check and pre-employment physical. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to appoint Greta Helfter and Alisha Praileau as fractional employees of the RecKids 2022 program at a rate of $14.25 per hour subject toa CORI check and pre-employment physical. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Appoint Eric Slagle as Town Administrator contingent upon a reference check and successful contract negotioatons, a CORI check and pre-employment physical
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to appoint Eric Slagle as Town Administrator contingent upon a reference check and successful contract negotioatons, a CORI check and pre-employment physical. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to appoint Eric Slagle as Town Administrator contingent upon a reference check and successful contract negotioatons, a CORI check and pre-employment physical. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
The approval and authorization for the lease for the cruisers be for the Police Chief and the Town Administrator
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank that the approval and authorization for the lease for the cruisers be for the Police Chief and the Town Administrator. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank that the approval and authorization for the lease for the cruisers be for the Police Chief and the Town Administrator. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Approve the resolution for the lease for the new cruisers for the Town of Townsend, and sign out of session
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the resolution for the lease for the new cruisers for the Town of Townsend, and sign out of session. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the resolution for the lease for the new cruisers for the Town of Townsend, and sign out of session. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Approve the Body Worn Camera Policy as presented by the Chief
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the Body Worn Camera Policy as presented by the Chief. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the Body Worn Camera Policy as presented by the Chief. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Extend the current lease with TAYSA for Squannacook Meadows to June |, 2022
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to extend the current lease with TAYSA for Squannacook Meadows to June |, 2022. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to extend the current lease with TAYSA for Squannacook Meadows to June |, 2022. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Accept the recommendation of the Audit Committee, Roselli, Clark and Associates as Auditor for FY 22, FY 23, and FY24
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to accept the recommendation of the Audit Committee, Roselli, Clark and Associates as Auditor for FY 22, FY 23, and FY24. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to accept the recommendation of the Audit Committee, Roselli, Clark and Associates as Auditor for FY 22, FY 23, and FY24. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
For Town Hall to be open to the public from 9-4 M-F and until 6 p.m. on Tuesdays effective April 11th
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank for Town Hall to be open to the public from 9-4 M-F and until 6 p.m. on Tuesdays effective April 11th. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank for Town Hall to be open to the public from 9-4 M-F and until 6 p.m. on Tuesdays effective April 11th. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Increase Demand Fees from $5 to $30 as set by the Treasurer/Collector, effective May 1
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to increase Demand Fees from $5 to $30 as set by the Treasurer/Collector, effective May 1. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to increase Demand Fees from $5 to $30 as set by the Treasurer/Collector, effective May 1. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Sign out of session the award letter and contract with K5 Corporation for the RRFB at Spaulding Memorial School and the painting of the Bike Lanes and crosswalks
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to sign out of session the award letter and contract with K5 Corporation for the RRFB at Spaulding Memorial School and the painting of the Bike Lanes and crosswalks. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to sign out of session the award letter and contract with K5 Corporation for the RRFB at Spaulding Memorial School and the painting of the Bike Lanes and crosswalks. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
For the Highway Department to use $515,661 of Chapter 90 funds to mill and re-surface Aries Lane, Ash St, Aquarius Lane, Capricorn Lane, Gemini Lane, Libra Lane, and Pisces Lane
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank for the Highway Department to use $515,661 of Chapter 90 funds to mill and re-surface Aries Lane, Ash St, Aquarius Lane, Capricorn Lane, Gemini Lane, Libra Lane, and Pisces Lane. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank for the Highway Department to use $515,661 of Chapter 90 funds to mill and re-surface Aries Lane, Ash St, Aquarius Lane, Capricorn Lane, Gemini Lane, Libra Lane, and Pisces Lane. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Approve Road Opening permits for the following: installing test stations at 5 Capricorn Lane, 12 Shirley Rd, 30 Barker Hill Rd, 82 Turnpike Rd; gas service upgrade at 90 Main St, 85 Brookline St,...
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve Road Opening permits for the following: installing test stations at 5 Capricorn Lane, 12 Shirley Rd, 30 Barker Hill Rd, 82 Turnpike Rd; gas service upgrade at 90 Main St, 85 Brookline St, 23 Brookline St; new gas service installation at 22 New Fitchburg Rd, with the provision that this is done prior to road paving. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve Road Opening permits for the following: installing test stations at 5 Capricorn Lane, 12 Shirley Rd, 30 Barker Hill Rd, 82 Turnpike Rd; gas service upgrade at 90 Main St, 85 Brookline St, 23 Brookline St; new gas service installation at 22 New Fitchburg Rd, with the provision that this is done prior to road paving. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Approve a one-day liquor license at the VF W 6538 on April 23 for a birthday celebration from 4-8 p.m
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve a one-day liquor license at the VF W 6538 on April 23 for a birthday celebration from 4-8 p.m. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve a one-day liquor license at the VF W 6538 on April 23 for a birthday celebration from 4-8 p.m. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Use $300K of ARPA funds from the Greenville Rd project for a new Emergency Services fund for use by Fire/EMS/Police
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to use $300K of ARPA funds from the Greenville Rd project for a new Emergency Services fund for use by Fire/EMS/Police. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to use $300K of ARPA funds from the Greenville Rd project for a new Emergency Services fund for use by Fire/EMS/Police. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Approve the annual election warrant
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the annual election warrant. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to approve the annual election warrant. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Take the $10K for the exterior wall repair of the Harbor Fire Station from ARPA rather than Free-cash
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to take the $10K for the exterior wall repair of the Harbor Fire Station from ARPA rather than Free-cash. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to take the $10K for the exterior wall repair of the Harbor Fire Station from ARPA rather than Free-cash. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Sign payroll and bills payable warrant out of session
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to sign payroll and bills payable warrant out of session. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to sign payroll and bills payable warrant out of session. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Enter into executive session per Chapter 30A Section 21 (a) subsection 2 to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Administrator) and adjourn...
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to enter into executive session per Chapter 30A Section 21 (a) subsection 2 to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Administrator) and adjourn from executive session. Note: The Chair notes that discussing in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Joe Shank to enter into executive session per Chapter 30A Section 21 (a) subsection 2 to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Administrator) and adjourn from executive session. Note: The Chair notes that discussing in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
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