MassVoter.com← Tyngsborough Select BoardTyngsborough Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
June 24, 2019
19 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Steven Nocco, who is counted absent.
Present: Hillari Wennerstrom, David Robson, Richard Reault, Ronald Keohane
Absent: Steven Nocco
Every vote, in order
2. Meeting Minutes
Approve the meeting minutes from the June 10, 2019 regular session meeting
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the meeting minutes from the June 10, 2019 regular session meeting; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the meeting minutes from the June 10, 2019 regular session meeting; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Approve but not release the minutes from the June 10 and May 21 executive session minutes
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the minutes from the June 10 and May 21 executive session minutes; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the minutes from the June 10 and May 21 executive session minutes; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
4. New Business
Approve the modification to the Lakeview School lease as presented
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the modification to the Lakeview School lease as presented; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the modification to the Lakeview School lease as presented; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Authorize the request to transfer K9 Jagr to the Henry County Tennessee Sheriff's Office
Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the request to transfer K9 Jagr to the Henry County Tennessee Sheriff's Office; Selectman Reault seconds; motion fails 1-0-3 with Selectman Reault, Selectman Robson, and Selectman Wennerstrom abstaining
Yes: KeohaneAbstained: Reault, Robson, WennerstromThe minutes record the motion as failed, 1-0-3, with Selectmen Reault, Robson and Wennerstrom abstaining; one yes vote of the four members present was not enough to pass it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Keohane moves that the Board of Selectmen authorize the request to transfer K9 Jagr to the Henry County Tennessee Sheriff's Office; Selectman Reault seconds; motion fails 1-0-3 with Selectman Reault, Selectman Robson, and Selectman Wennerstrom abstaining.” (Motion: Keohane, second: Reault)
Through the Town Administrator work to find a home for the dog, if no home is found by June 28 the transfer would be approved by default; and that the Board meet if possible on June 28 to review...
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen, through the Town Administrator work to find a home for the dog, if no home is found by June 28 the transfer would be approved by default; and that the Board meet if possible on June 28 to review options, but that the Town Administrator be authorized to decide amongst the options if no quorum is present for a meeting on June 28; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen, through the Town Administrator work to find a home for the dog, if no home is found by June 28 the transfer would be approved by default; and that the Board meet if possible on June 28 to review options, but that the Town Administrator be authorized to decide amongst the options if no quorum is present for a meeting on June 28; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Approve the formal charge and appoint the members as presented
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the formal charge and appoint the members as presented; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 3-0-0
Yes: Reault, Robson, WennerstromThe minutes say Ronald Keohane stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the formal charge and appoint the members as presented; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 3-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Appoint David Robson Sr. to the position of animal inspector
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint David Robson Sr. to the position of animal inspector; Selectman Keohane seconds; motion passes 3-0-0
Yes: Keohane, Reault, WennerstromThe minutes say David Robson stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint David Robson Sr. to the position of animal inspector; Selectman Keohane seconds; motion passes 3-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Keohane)
Hold the Zoning Board of Appeals from the list of annual appointments
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen hold the Zoning Board of Appeals from the list of annual appointments; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen hold the Zoning Board of Appeals from the list of annual appointments; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Approve the annual appointments as presented with the exception of the Conservation Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the annual appointments as presented with the exception of the Conservation Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the annual appointments as presented with the exception of the Conservation Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Re-appoint Ed Smith and Harvey Miller to the Zoning Board of Appeals through August 1, 2019
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen re-appoint Ed Smith and Harvey Miller to the Zoning Board of Appeals through August 1, 2019; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen re-appoint Ed Smith and Harvey Miller to the Zoning Board of Appeals through August 1, 2019; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Appoint Richard Gill to the position Van Driver effective June 25, 2019 for an hourly rate of $13.33
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Richard Gill to the position Van Driver effective June 25, 2019 for an hourly rate of $13.33; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Richard Gill to the position Van Driver effective June 25, 2019 for an hourly rate of $13.33; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Approve and formally adopt the policy for the naming or dedication of a square
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve and formally adopt the policy for the naming or dedication of a square; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve and formally adopt the policy for the naming or dedication of a square; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Approve the SumCo Eco-Contracting Contract as presented
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the SumCo Eco-Contracting Contract as presented; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the SumCo Eco-Contracting Contract as presented; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Ratify the IAFF Local 5018 Union Contract
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the IAFF Local 5018 Union Contract; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the IAFF Local 5018 Union Contract; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Ratify the Local 888 SEIU Clerical Contract Amendment
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the Local 888 SEIU Clerical Contract Amendment; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the Local 888 SEIU Clerical Contract Amendment; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
Approve option 2 with the modification that the first August meeting be held on August 12 instead of August 5
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve option 2 with the modification that the first August meeting be held on August 12 instead of August 5; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0- 0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve option 2 with the modification that the first August meeting be held on August 12 instead of August 5; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0- 0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
6. Correspondence
Approve the correspondence included in the packet tonight
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the correspondence included in the packet tonight; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the correspondence included in the packet tonight; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
8. Selectmen's Reports
Enter into Executive Session under Exemption 3
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session under Exemption 3; Selectman Robson seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, YES; Selectman Reault, YES; Selectman Robson, YES; Selectman Wennerstrom, YES; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session under Exemption 3; Selectman Robson seconds; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane, YES; Selectman Reault, YES; Selectman Robson, YES; Selectman Wennerstrom, YES; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
10. Adjournment
Adjourn
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn at 9:29 PM; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn at 9:29 PM; Selectman Robson seconds; motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Reault, second: Robson)
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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