MassVoter.com← Tyngsborough Select BoardTyngsborough Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
August 20, 2018
29 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Ronald Keohane, who is counted absent.
Present: Richard Reault, Steven Nocco, Hillari Wennerstrom, David Robson
Absent: Ronald Keohane
Every vote, in order
2. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the
Approve the regular session minutes from July 30, 2018
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the regular session minutes from July 30, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the regular session minutes from July 30, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
2. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not
Approve but not release the executive session minutes from July 30, 2018
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the executive session minutes from July 30, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the executive session minutes from July 30, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Release the executive session minutes listed below which were previously approved by the Board of Selectmen
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen release the executive session minutes listed below which were previously approved by the Board of Selectmen; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen release the executive session minutes listed below which were previously approved by the Board of Selectmen; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
4. Swearing In- Police Department
Open the public hearing
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Waive the reading of the abutters list & legal notice
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen waive the reading of the abutters list & legal notice; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen waive the reading of the abutters list & legal notice; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Open the evidentiary portion of the hearing
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen open the evidentiary portion of the hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen open the evidentiary portion of the hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen close the evidentiary portion of the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Approve the special permit application as presented
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the special permit application as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the special permit application as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Close the public hearing
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
6. New Business
Approve the sale of the $3,412,255 3.00 percent General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes (the "Notes") of the Town dated August 24, 2018, and payable August 23, 2019, to Eastern Bank at par and...
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the sale of the $3,412,255 3.00 percent General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes (the "Notes") of the Town dated August 24, 2018, and payable August 23, 2019, to Eastern Bank at par and accrued interest, if any, plus a premium of $36,613.88, and that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Notes, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated August 8, 2018, and a final Official Statement dated August 15, 2018, each in such form as may be approved by the Town Treasurer, be and hereby are ratified, confirmed, approved and adopted, and that the Town Treasurer and the Board of Selectmen be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver a significant events disclosure undertaking in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-12 in such form as may be approved by bond counsel to the Town, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference in the Notes for the benefit of the holders of the Notes from time to time and that we authorize and direct the Town Treasurer to review and update the Town's post-issuance federal tax compliance procedures in consultation with bond counsel in order to monitor and maintain the tax-exempt status of the Notes, and that each member of the Board of Selectmen, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may b
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the sale of the $3,412,255 3.00 percent General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes (the "Notes") of the Town dated August 24, 2018, and payable August 23, 2019, to Eastern Bank at par and accrued interest, if any, plus a premium of $36,613.88, and that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Notes, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated August 8, 2018, and a final Official Statement dated August 15, 2018, each in such form as may be approved by the Town Treasurer, be and hereby are ratified, confirmed, approved and adopted, and that the Town Treasurer and the Board of Selectmen be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver a significant events disclosure undertaking in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-12 in such form as may be approved by bond counsel to the Town, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference in the Notes for the benefit of the holders of the Notes from time to time and that we authorize and direct the Town Treasurer to review and update the Town's post-issuance federal tax compliance procedures in consultation with bond counsel in order to monitor and maintain the tax-exempt status of the Notes, and that each member of the Board of Selectmen, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect the provisions of the foregoing votes; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Approve the MUNIS Contract and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the town
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the MUNIS Contract and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the town; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the MUNIS Contract and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the town; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
1. Appoint Library Trustee
Appoint Lisa Camacho to the position of Library Trustee for a term expiring at the next town-wide election
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Lisa Camacho to the position of Library Trustee for a term expiring at the next town-wide election; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Lisa Camacho to the position of Library Trustee for a term expiring at the next town-wide election; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
4. Approve Minute Taker Posting
Authorize the posting of the position of minute taker at the rate of $14.00 per hour to be paid out of CPC Administrative Funds
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the posting of the position of minute taker at the rate of $14.00 per hour to be paid out of CPC Administrative Funds; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the posting of the position of minute taker at the rate of $14.00 per hour to be paid out of CPC Administrative Funds; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
1. Approve MassWorks Flints Corner contract award
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Aggregate Industries as presented
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Aggregate Industries as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Aggregate Industries as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
2. Approve contract extension for Police Chief
Approve a one year extension for the contract with police chief
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve a one year extension for the contract with police chief; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve a one year extension for the contract with police chief; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
3. Approve MOA with Town of Dracut- temporary shared VSO services
Approve the inter-municipal agreement between the Town of Tyngsborough and Dracut for shared VSO
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the inter-municipal agreement between the Town of Tyngsborough and Dracut for shared VSO; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the inter-municipal agreement between the Town of Tyngsborough and Dracut for shared VSO; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
4. Accept Culvert Replacement Municipal Assistance grant program award
Accept the $45,000 grant for replacement of culvert on Westford road
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the $45,000 grant for replacement of culvert on Westford road; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the $45,000 grant for replacement of culvert on Westford road; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
5. Waive permit fees for LED Streetlight conversion project
Waive the fees for the LED Streetlight Conversion Project
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen waive the fees for the LED Streetlight Conversion Project; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen waive the fees for the LED Streetlight Conversion Project; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Schedule special town meeting for November 13 at 7:00 PM
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen schedule special town meeting for November 13 at 7:00 PM; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen schedule special town meeting for November 13 at 7:00 PM; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Approve the COA Code of Conduct pending additional review by counsel
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the COA Code of Conduct pending additional review by counsel; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the COA Code of Conduct pending additional review by counsel; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Authorize the closure of Kendall Road as presented
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the closure of Kendall Road as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the closure of Kendall Road as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Approve the changes to the program rules as presented
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the changes to the program rules as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the changes to the program rules as presented; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
8. Correspondence
Accept the correspondence in the packet tonight
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the correspondence in the packet tonight; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the correspondence in the packet tonight; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
10. Selectmen's Reports
Enter into executive session under Exemption 3 and Exemption 2 only to return To public session
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen enter into executive session under Exemption 3 and Exemption 2 only to return To public session; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Robson YES, Selectman Wennerstrom YES, Selectman Nocco YES, Selectman Reault YES; 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen enter into executive session under Exemption 3 and Exemption 2 only to return To public session; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Robson YES, Selectman Wennerstrom YES, Selectman Nocco YES, Selectman Reault YES; 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
11. Executive Session
Adjourn executive session to re-enter public session
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn executive session to re-enter public session; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Robson YES, Selectman Wennerstrom YES, Selectman Nocco YES, Selectman Reault YES; 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn executive session to re-enter public session; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Robson YES, Selectman Wennerstrom YES, Selectman Nocco YES, Selectman Reault YES; 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
12. Ratify Fire Department Union Letter
Ratify the Fire Department Union Letter
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the Fire Department Union Letter; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the Fire Department Union Letter; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
13. Ratify Deputy Woods Contract Amendment
Ratify the amendment to Deputy Woods Contract
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the amendment to Deputy Woods Contract; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the amendment to Deputy Woods Contract; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
14. Ratify Settlement Agreement with NEPBA Local 8A]
Ratify the settlement agreement with NEPBA Local 8A
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the settlement agreement with NEPBA Local 8A; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the settlement agreement with NEPBA Local 8A; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Adjourn
Selectman Nocco moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn; Selectman Wennerstrom seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Nocco moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn; Selectman Wennerstrom seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Nocco, second: Wennerstrom)
From the Tyngsborough Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (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): The Lowell Sun — Nate Marino and Konstantinos Kalabokis (Rony Camille/Town of Tyngsboro, May 2026), Adele Coughlin (courtesy photo, May 2025), Jackie Geilfuss (courtesy photo, May 2024), Eric Eldridge (June 2021). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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