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February 21, 2023
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Chaz Sexton-Diranian, Veronica Kell, Theresa A. Morse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes of October 4, 2022
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to approve the minutes of October 4, 2022. Noted one change that was already requested-to align the discussion of retirements to the persons name. Two comments on 2.2-change integrate to integrated and remote to remotely. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to approve the minutes of October 4, 2022. Noted one change that was already requested-to align the discussion of retirements to the persons name. Two comments on 2.2-change integrate to integrated and remote to remotely. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Morse)
Approve the minutes of October 18, 2022
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes of October 18, 2022. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes of October 18, 2022. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Approve the minutes of February 7, 2023
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes of February 7, 2023. It was noted that there was a discussion of Appointments and Hearings Energy Aggregation Water Commissioners & Water Dept Farmer's Market Appointments Officials/Person nel Veteran's Agent Water Service Technician Meeting Business UPWP Grant Review Highway surplus wood chips COLA for Retirees a potential RRFB at the Sterilite crossing of Rt 119 that should be reflected in the meeting minutes. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes of February 7, 2023. It was noted that there was a discussion of Appointments and Hearings Energy Aggregation Water Commissioners & Water Dept Farmer's Market Appointments Officials/Person nel Veteran's Agent Water Service Technician Meeting Business UPWP Grant Review Highway surplus wood chips COLA for Retirees a potential RRFB at the Sterilite crossing of Rt 119 that should be reflected in the meeting minutes. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Amend the appointment of Natalie Call as Veteran's Service Agent to include a term of three years through June 2026
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to amend the appointment of Natalie Call as Veteran's Service Agent to include a term of three years through June 2026. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to amend the appointment of Natalie Call as Veteran's Service Agent to include a term of three years through June 2026. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Appoint Brian Funiaole as a full-time Water Service Technician
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to appoint Brian Funiaole as a full-time Water Service Technician. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to appoint Brian Funiaole as a full-time Water Service Technician. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Submit the UPWP grant and sign the grant submission out of session
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to submit the UPWP grant and sign the grant submission out of session. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to submit the UPWP grant and sign the grant submission out of session. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Morse)
Surplus the wood chips at the Highway Department
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to surplus the wood chips at the Highway Department. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to surplus the wood chips at the Highway Department. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Approve the increase in COLA from 3% to 5% put forward by the Middlesex County Retiree Board
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the increase in COLA from 3% to 5% put forward by the Middlesex County Retiree Board. Contract for Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the increase in COLA from 3% to 5% put forward by the Middlesex County Retiree Board. Contract for Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
For Town Administrator Eric Slagle to sign the contract with Resilient CE as the Water Treatment Plant OPM
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian for Town Administrator Eric Slagle to sign the contract with Resilient CE as the Water Treatment Plant OPM. Discussion: This was a non-price based review. There were 3 bidders; 2 qualified. Once chosen, contract terms were discussed. The contract is for 58K which is within the set 75K limit. ATM Warrant Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian for Town Administrator Eric Slagle to sign the contract with Resilient CE as the Water Treatment Plant OPM. Discussion: This was a non-price based review. There were 3 bidders; 2 qualified. Once chosen, contract terms were discussed. The contract is for 58K which is within the set 75K limit. ATM Warrant Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Open the Annual Town Meeting warrant on March 21 and close the warrant on April 6
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to open the Annual Town Meeting warrant on March 21 and close the warrant on April 6. Discussion: The warrant will be posted on April 18. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to open the Annual Town Meeting warrant on March 21 and close the warrant on April 6. Discussion: The warrant will be posted on April 18. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Approve the contract with Ewing Electric to install gas generators at the Main St and Cross St wells
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to approve the contract with Ewing Electric to install gas generators at the Main St and Cross St wells. Maximum Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to approve the contract with Ewing Electric to install gas generators at the Main St and Cross St wells. Maximum Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Morse)
Set the maximum useful life of the forestry truck as 10 years, the firetruck as 20 years, and the dump truck as 15 years
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to set the maximum useful life of the forestry truck as 10 years, the firetruck as 20 years, and the dump truck as 15 years.. DLTA-A grant Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to set the maximum useful life of the forestry truck as 10 years, the firetruck as 20 years, and the dump truck as 15 years.. DLTA-A grant Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Accept the $6000 grant from Nashoba Valley Community Health Care Grant to operate the second van
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to accept the $6000 grant from Nashoba Valley Community Health Care Grant to operate the second van. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to accept the $6000 grant from Nashoba Valley Community Health Care Grant to operate the second van. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
For Eric to write a similar letter to be sent to Supt
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian for Eric to write a similar letter to be sent to Supt. Morgan from Townsend. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian for Eric to write a similar letter to be sent to Supt. Morgan from Townsend. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Sign payroll and bills payable warrant out of session
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to sign payroll and bills payable warrant out of session. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to sign payroll and bills payable warrant out of session. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Enter Executive Session pursuant to GL c. 30(a), s. 21 (a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel (Asst
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to enter Executive Session pursuant to GL c. 30(a), s. 21 (a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel (Asst. Town Accountant) and to adjourn from executive session. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Theresa Morse to enter Executive Session pursuant to GL c. 30(a), s. 21 (a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel (Asst. Town Accountant) and to adjourn from executive session. Vote was unanimous - all in favor by roll call vote..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Morse)
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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