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October 5, 2020
15 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: David Robson, Richard Reault, Hillari Wennerstrom, Steven Nocco, Ronald Keohane
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
1. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the
Approve the regular session meeting minutes from September 14, September 23, and September 26, 2020
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the regular session meeting minutes from September 14, September 23, and September 26, 2020; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the regular session meeting minutes from September 14, September 23, and September 26, 2020; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
1. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not
Approve but not release the regular session meeting minutes from September 21, 2020
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the regular session meeting minutes from September 21, 2020; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the regular session meeting minutes from September 21, 2020; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
2. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint
Appoint Paul S. Tassi to the Board of Registrars for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2021
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Paul S. Tassi to the Board of Registrars for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2021; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Paul S. Tassi to the Board of Registrars for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2021; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
6. Selectman Keohane notes that this is one of his favorite programs and
Ratify the non-union COLA as presented retro to July 1, 2020
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the non-union COLA as presented retro to July 1, 2020; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen ratify the non-union COLA as presented retro to July 1, 2020; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
Extend the outdoor dining licenses through January 1, 2021 for any establishment currently permitted through a temporary extension
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen extend the outdoor dining licenses through January 1, 2021 for any establishment currently permitted through a temporary extension; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen extend the outdoor dining licenses through January 1, 2021 for any establishment currently permitted through a temporary extension; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
3. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the
Approve the contract with Keach-Nordstrom as presented
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the contract with Keach-Nordstrom as presented; Seletman Reault seconds motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the contract with Keach-Nordstrom as presented; Seletman Reault seconds motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
2. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that
That: Whereas, the Town of Tyngsborough, MA Board of Selectmen after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of infiltration and inflow rehabilitation project is...
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that: Whereas, the Town of Tyngsborough, MA Board of Selectmen after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of infiltration and inflow rehabilitation 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 (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: 1) 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. 2) That the p
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 infiltration and inflow rehabilitation 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 (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: 1) 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. 2) That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to fund construction activities. 3) That if said award is made the applicant agrees to pay these costs which constitute the required applicant's share of the project cost. Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
7. Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen notify the Zoning
Notify the Zoning Board of Appeals that they believe that a section of the land should be sub-divided from the donated parcel for the purpose of putting the well on it, with passive recreation on...
Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen notify the Zoning Board of Appeals that they believe that a section of the land should be sub-divided from the donated parcel for the purpose of putting the well on it, with passive recreation on the land if permissible. Further, the smaller parcel be owned by Toll Brothers, not the town. Selectman Wennerstrom seconds; motion passes 4-0-1 with Selectman Keohane abstained
Yes: Nocco, Reault, Robson, WennerstromAbstained: Keohane
From the minutes
“Selectman Reault moves that the Board of Selectmen notify the Zoning Board of Appeals that they believe that a section of the land should be sub-divided from the donated parcel for the purpose of putting the well on it, with passive recreation on the land if permissible. Further, the smaller parcel be owned by Toll Brothers, not the town. Selectman Wennerstrom seconds; motion passes 4-0-1 with Selectman Keohane abstained.” (Motion: Reault, second: Wennerstrom)
2. Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectman make no
Make no comment
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectman make no comment; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectman make no comment; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
Accept the DER grant and approve the contract as presented and authorize the Town Administrator to execute the contract
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the DER grant and approve the contract as presented and authorize the Town Administrator to execute the contract; Selectmen Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the DER grant and approve the contract as presented and authorize the Town Administrator to execute the contract; Selectmen Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
5. Selectman Robson and Selectman Keohane note they will be happy to sit in
Approve the 2020 Rate increase as presented
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the 2020 Rate increase as presented; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the 2020 Rate increase as presented; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
Post the November election warrant
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen post the November election warrant; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen post the November election warrant; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
5. Correspondence
Accept the correspondence as presented
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the correspondence as presented; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen accept the correspondence as presented; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
7. Selectmen's Reports
Motion not stated in the minutes (roll call at 7:08 PM, just before the Executive Session item)
Selectman Wennerstrom; Selectman Reault; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane: YES; Selectman Nocco: YES; Selectman Wennerstrom: YES; Selectman Reault: YES; Selectman Robson: YES; motion passes 5-0-0
The minutes list “Selectman Wennerstrom; Selectman Reault;” before the roll call without the words “moves” and “seconds” or the motion itself; they are shown as mover and seconder.
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom; Selectman Reault; ROLL CALL: Selectman Keohane: YES; Selectman Nocco: YES; Selectman Wennerstrom: YES; Selectman Reault: YES; Selectman Robson: YES; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
8. Executive Session
Adjourn
Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Wennerstrom moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn; Selectman Reault seconds; motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Wennerstrom, second: Reault)
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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