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September 24, 2018
22 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Richard Reault, Steven Nocco, Hillari Wennerstrom, Ronald Keohane, David Robson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2. Meeting Minutes
Approve the Regular Session Minutes from September 10, 2018
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the Regular Session Minutes from September 10, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the Regular Session Minutes from September 10, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Approve but not release the executive session minutes from September 10, 2018
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the executive session minutes from September 10, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the executive session minutes from September 10, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
3. Citizen/Business Time
Open the public hearing
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Waive the reading of the legal notice and the abutters list
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen waive the reading of the legal notice and the abutters list; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen waive the reading of the legal notice and the abutters list; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (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 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen open the evidentiary portion of the hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Close the evidentiary portion of the hearing
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen close the evidentiary portion of the hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen close the evidentiary portion of the hearing; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Issue a Class I license for Route 3A motors as presented to be effective immediately and expire on December 31, 2018
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen issue a Class I license for Route 3A motors as presented to be effective immediately and expire on December 31, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen issue a Class I license for Route 3A motors as presented to be effective immediately and expire on December 31, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
8. New Business
Authorize the School Committee to enter into a ten year lease as presented with the Valley Collaborative for use of the Lakeview School
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the School Committee to enter into a ten year lease as presented with the Valley Collaborative for use of the Lakeview School; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the School Committee to enter into a ten year lease as presented with the Valley Collaborative for use of the Lakeview School; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Appoint Darryl Wickens to the Sewer Commission for a term to expire at the next town election
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Darryl Wickens to the Sewer Commission for a term to expire at the next town election; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Darryl Wickens to the Sewer Commission for a term to expire at the next town election; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Appoint Therese Gay to the position of greeter for up to 10 hours per week at the rate of $13.33 an hour effective September 25, 2018
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Therese Gay to the position of greeter for up to 10 hours per week at the rate of $13.33 an hour effective September 25, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Therese Gay to the position of greeter for up to 10 hours per week at the rate of $13.33 an hour effective September 25, 2018; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Whereas, the Town of Tyngsborough, MA Board of Selectmen after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of Phase 2 Sewer Project is both in the public interest and...
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that Whereas, the Town of Tyngsborough, MA Board of Selectmen after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of Phase 2 Sewer Project is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and Whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (the "MassDEP") and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the "Trust") of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth ("Chapter 21" and "Chapter 29C") are authorized to make loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding planning and construction activities relative to Water Pollution Abatement Projects; and Whereas, the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C, and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town of Tyngsborough Board of Selectmen as follows: That the Office of the Treasurer and Collector is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreements for grant and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required; and otherwise to act as the authorized representative of the Applicant in connection with this application. That the purpose of said loan
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that Whereas, the Town of Tyngsborough, MA Board of Selectmen after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of Phase 2 Sewer Project is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and Whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (the "MassDEP") and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the "Trust") of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth ("Chapter 21" and "Chapter 29C") are authorized to make loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding planning and construction activities relative to Water Pollution Abatement Projects; and Whereas, the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C, and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town of Tyngsborough Board of Selectmen as follows: That the Office of the Treasurer and Collector is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreements for grant and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required; and otherwise to act as the authorized representative of the Applicant in connection with this application. That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to fund construction activities. That if said award is made the Applicant agrees to pay those costs which constitute the required Applicant's share of the project cost; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Authorize additional raises
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the Superior Union Contract as presented to them on September 10, 2018 at which time the Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to authorize additional raises; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the Superior Union Contract as presented to them on September 10, 2018 at which time the Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to authorize additional raises; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate a host agreement between Royalty Group and Nature's Remedy
Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate a host agreement between Royalty Group and Nature's Remedy; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, Not in Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, Not in Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, Not in Favor; motion fails 2-3-0
Yes: Keohane, NoccoNo: Reault, Robson, Wennerstrom
From the minutes
“Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate a host agreement between Royalty Group and Nature's Remedy; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, Not in Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, Not in Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, Not in Favor; motion fails 2-3-0.” (Motion: Keohane, second: Nocco)
Authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with MJ's Market
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with MJ's Market; Selectman Robson seconds; Roll Call: Selectman Keohane, Not in Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, In Favor; Selectman Nocco, Not in Favor; Selectman Reault, Not in Favor; Motion fails 2-3-0
Yes: Robson, WennerstromNo: Keohane, Nocco, Reault
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with MJ's Market; Selectman Robson seconds; Roll Call: Selectman Keohane, Not in Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, In Favor; Selectman Nocco, Not in Favor; Selectman Reault, Not in Favor; Motion fails 2-3-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Robson)
Authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with Royalty Group
Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with Royalty Group; Selectman Nocco seconds; Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, Not in Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, in Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault In Favor; Motion passes 4-1-0
Yes: Keohane, Nocco, Reault, WennerstromNo: Robson
From the minutes
“Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with Royalty Group; Selectman Nocco seconds; Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, Not in Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, in Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault In Favor; Motion passes 4-1-0.” (Motion: Keohane, second: Nocco)
Authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with Nature's Remedy
Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with Nature's Remedy; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, Not in Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, In Favor; motion passes 4-1-0
Yes: Keohane, Nocco, Reault, RobsonNo: Wennerstrom
From the minutes
“Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a host agreement with Nature's Remedy; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, Not in Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, In Favor; motion passes 4-1-0.” (Motion: Keohane, second: Nocco)
Selectman Robson be appointed to serve as the Board of Selectmen representative on the negotiation team
Selectman Reault moves that Selectman Robson be appointed to serve as the Board of Selectmen representative on the negotiation team; Selectman Keohane seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that Selectman Robson be appointed to serve as the Board of Selectmen representative on the negotiation team; Selectman Keohane seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Keohane)
Authorize the posting of the November 6, 2018 election warrant as present
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the posting of the November 6, 2018 election warrant as present; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the posting of the November 6, 2018 election warrant as present; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the MS4 Stormwater Notice of Intent
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to sign the MS4 Stormwater Notice of Intent; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to sign the MS4 Stormwater Notice of Intent; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
9. Correspondence
Accept the Correspondence included in the packet this evening
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the Correspondence included in the packet this evening; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the Correspondence included in the packet this evening; Selectman Nocco seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
11. Selectmen's Reports
Enter into executive session under exemptions (2) and (3) as outline in the meeting agenda
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen enter into executive session under exemptions (2) and (3) as outline in the meeting agenda; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, In Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, In Favor; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen enter into executive session under exemptions (2) and (3) as outline in the meeting agenda; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, In Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, In Favor; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
13. Adjournment
Adjourn
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn at 10:35 pm; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, In Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, In Favor; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn at 10:35 pm; Selectman Nocco seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, In Favor; Selectman Robson, In Favor; Selectman Wennerstrom, In Favor; Selectman Nocco, In Favor; Selectman Reault, In Favor; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Nocco)
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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