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September 25, 2025
13 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Laura Shifrin, Veronica Kell, Valerie Goodrich
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Brett King as a full member of the Planning Board until the annual town election of April 27, 2026
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Brett King as a full member of the Planning Board until the annual town election of April 27, 2026. Robert Therrien seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously roll call vote Andrew Shepherd yes, Carol Hoffses yes, Hartley Pleshaw aye, Robert Therrien aye, Valerie Goodrich aye, Laura Shifrin aye, Veronica Kell aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Brett King as a full member of the Planning Board until the annual town election of April 27, 2026. Robert Therrien seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously roll call vote Andrew Shepherd yes, Carol Hoffses yes, Hartley Pleshaw aye, Robert Therrien aye, Valerie Goodrich aye, Laura Shifrin aye, Veronica Kell aye..” (Motion: Goodrich)
And Veronica Kell
Valerie Goodrich moved and Veronica Kell seconded to adjourn the Selectboard portion of the joint meeting at 5:33 PM. Roll Call vote Veronica Kell aye, Valerie Goodrich aye, Laura Shifrin aye.
From the minutes
“Valerie Goodrich moved and Veronica Kell seconded to adjourn the Selectboard portion of the joint meeting at 5:33 PM. Roll Call vote Veronica Kell aye, Valerie Goodrich aye, Laura Shifrin aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
3.1 Appoint Karen Clement to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective
Appoint Karen Clement to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2028
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Karen Clement to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2028. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Karen Clement to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2028. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
3.2 Appoint Kirsten Biron to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective
Appoint Kirsten Biron to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2027
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Kirsten Biron to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2027. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. During discussion, the board noted that the staggered terms suggest there must be a third member with a term ending in 2026. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Kirsten Biron to the Kids Kountry Playground Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2027. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. During discussion, the board noted that the staggered terms suggest there must be a third member with a term ending in 2026. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
Appoint Lorraine Farmer as Senior Center appointee/representative to the Meeting Hall Gallery Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2026
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Lorraine Farmer as Senior Center appointee/representative to the Meeting Hall Gallery Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2026. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint Lorraine Farmer as Senior Center appointee/representative to the Meeting Hall Gallery Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2026. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
3.4 Appoint MaryJane Churchville as the Finance Committee representative to the Town Properties Committee effective
Appoint MaryJane Churchville as the Finance Committee representative to the Town Properties Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2026
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint MaryJane Churchville as the Finance Committee representative to the Town Properties Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2026. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to appoint MaryJane Churchville as the Finance Committee representative to the Town Properties Committee effective September 25, 2025, until June 30, 2026. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
4.1 Approve and sign outside of a meeting all
Approve and sign out of session all 2026 renewals for Common Victualler licenses contingent upon receipt of required documentation and payments
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve and sign out of session all 2026 renewals for Common Victualler licenses contingent upon receipt of required documentation and payments. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve and sign out of session all 2026 renewals for Common Victualler licenses contingent upon receipt of required documentation and payments. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
4.2 Review and approve name change of Bouillon Bistro LLC to Susie Poulin dba Bouillon Bistro Franchise LLC, as of
Approve the name change of Bouillon Bistro LLC to Susie Poulin DBA Bouillon Bistro Franchise LLC as of September 1, 2025, and reflected in Common Victualler licensed renewal documents
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the name change of Bouillon Bistro LLC to Susie Poulin DBA Bouillon Bistro Franchise LLC as of September 1, 2025, and reflected in Common Victualler licensed renewal documents. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the name change of Bouillon Bistro LLC to Susie Poulin DBA Bouillon Bistro Franchise LLC as of September 1, 2025, and reflected in Common Victualler licensed renewal documents. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
4.4 Engineering/Bid Services Contract for GPI on Complete Streets Grant (Brookline Street Sidewalk)
Approve the engineering/bid services contract for GPI on Complete Streets Grant, Brookline Street sidewalk, and authorize Town Administrator Nelson Mui as signatory to sign out of session on the...
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the engineering/bid services contract for GPI on Complete Streets Grant, Brookline Street sidewalk, and authorize Town Administrator Nelson Mui as signatory to sign out of session on the Selectboard's behalf. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the engineering/bid services contract for GPI on Complete Streets Grant, Brookline Street sidewalk, and authorize Town Administrator Nelson Mui as signatory to sign out of session on the Selectboard's behalf. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
4.11 Letter of Support - FY27 State Budget on Regional School Districts
Approve the letter of support for the FY27 state budget on regional school districts, Massachusetts Teachers Association Fiscal Crisis
Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the letter of support for the FY27 state budget on regional school districts, Massachusetts Teachers Association Fiscal Crisis. Seconded by Veronica Kell. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - yes, Valerie Goodrich - yes, Laura Shifrin - yes.
From the minutes
“Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the letter of support for the FY27 state budget on regional school districts, Massachusetts Teachers Association Fiscal Crisis. Seconded by Veronica Kell. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - yes, Valerie Goodrich - yes, Laura Shifrin - yes..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
Approve the letters for the Pancreatic Cancer Foundation as presented
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the letters for the Pancreatic Cancer Foundation as presented. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to approve the letters for the Pancreatic Cancer Foundation as presented. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
5.5 Review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session
Review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved that the board review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved that the board review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
Adjourn
Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:19 PM. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye.
From the minutes
“Motion: Valerie Goodrich moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:19 PM. Veronica Kell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote: Veronica Kell - Aye, Valerie Goodrich - Aye, Laura Shifrin - Aye..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Kell)
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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