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August 1, 2022
17 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The minutes note that Selectman Wennerstrom, who took part by Zoom, was no longer in attendance before the Highway Department appointment.
Present: Ronald Keohane, Eric Eldridge, Katerina Kalabokis, Mike Moran, Hillari Wennerstrom
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Hillari Wennerstrom took part remotely.
- Hillari Wennerstrom left the meeting before it ended.
Every vote, in order
2. Meeting Minutes
Approve the Regular Session Meeting Minutes for July 11, 2022
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the Regular Session Meeting Minutes for July 11, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the Regular Session Meeting Minutes for July 11, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Approve but not release the Executive Session Meeting Minutes for July, 11, 2022
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the Executive Session Meeting Minutes for July, 11, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve but not release the Executive Session Meeting Minutes for July, 11, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Approve and release the Executive Session Meeting Minutes for March 14, 2022, April 11, 2022, and June 13, 2022
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve and release the Executive Session Meeting Minutes for March 14, 2022, April 11, 2022, and June 13, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5- 0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve and release the Executive Session Meeting Minutes for March 14, 2022, April 11, 2022, and June 13, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5- 0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
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Open the public hearing and to waive the reading of the hearing notice and the legal advertisement
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing and to waive the reading of the hearing notice and the legal advertisement; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing and to waive the reading of the hearing notice and the legal advertisement; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Close the public hearing
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Approve the September 6,2022 State Primary Warrant as presented
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the September 6,2022 State Primary Warrant as presented; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the September 6,2022 State Primary Warrant as presented; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Approve the application for a One-Day Liquor License for Notre Dame Academy at 180 Middlesex Road for Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 11:00 AM through 4:00 PM
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the application for a One-Day Liquor License for Notre Dame Academy at 180 Middlesex Road for Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 11:00 AM through 4:00 PM; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the application for a One-Day Liquor License for Notre Dame Academy at 180 Middlesex Road for Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 11:00 AM through 4:00 PM; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Approve the amendments to the Senior Tax Work Off Program schedule as presented
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the amendments to the Senior Tax Work Off Program schedule as presented; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the amendments to the Senior Tax Work Off Program schedule as presented; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Recommend to the Board of Assessors to reassess the Senior Tax Work Off Program hourly rates to reflect Massachusetts minimum wage and to present the reassessed rate to the Board of Selectmen
Selectman Eldridge moves that the Board of Selectmen recommend to the Board of Assessors to reassess the Senior Tax Work Off Program hourly rates to reflect Massachusetts minimum wage and to present the reassessed rate to the Board of Selectmen; Selectman Kalabokis seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: ABSTAIN; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 4-0-1
Yes: Eldridge, Katerina Kalabokis, Keohane, WennerstromAbstained: Moran
From the minutes
“Selectman Eldridge moves that the Board of Selectmen recommend to the Board of Assessors to reassess the Senior Tax Work Off Program hourly rates to reflect Massachusetts minimum wage and to present the reassessed rate to the Board of Selectmen; Selectman Kalabokis seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: ABSTAIN; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 4-0-1.” (Motion: Eldridge, second: Katerina Kalabokis)
Approve the WRAP contract as presented and authorize the Town Administrator to execute all necessary contract documents
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the WRAP contract as presented and authorize the Town Administrator to execute all necessary contract documents; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen approve the WRAP contract as presented and authorize the Town Administrator to execute all necessary contract documents; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement with IAFF Local 5297 Fire Union as presented
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectman approve the Memorandum of Agreement with IAFF Local 5297 Fire Union as presented; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectman approve the Memorandum of Agreement with IAFF Local 5297 Fire Union as presented; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Appoint Karyn Puleo to the Lowell Regional Transit Authority for a term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2023
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Karyn Puleo to the Lowell Regional Transit Authority for a term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2023; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Karyn Puleo to the Lowell Regional Transit Authority for a term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2023; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Appoint Renee Hirbour to the Town Education Fund Committee for term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2023
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Renee Hirbour to the Town Education Fund Committee for term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2023; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Renee Hirbour to the Town Education Fund Committee for term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2023; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Appoint Christine Weirich to the Recreation and Parks Committee for a term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2024
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Christine Weirich to the Recreation and Parks Committee for a term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2024; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Christine Weirich to the Recreation and Parks Committee for a term effective immediately and to expire on June 30, 2024; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Wennerstrom: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 5-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
Appoint Jacob Coutu to the position of Highway Skilled Laborer at the rate of $28.22/hour, with a start date of Monday, August 15, 2022
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Jacob Coutu to the position of Highway Skilled Laborer at the rate of $28.22/hour, with a start date of Monday, August 15, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; the motion passes 4-0-0
Yes: Eldridge, Katerina Kalabokis, Keohane, MoranHillari Wennerstrom had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen appoint Jacob Coutu to the position of Highway Skilled Laborer at the rate of $28.22/hour, with a start date of Monday, August 15, 2022; Selectman Eldridge seconds; the motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
8. Executive Session
Enter Executive Session - M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a): Subsection 3 - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on...
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen enter Executive Session - M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a): Subsection 3 - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares - Mid Manager Union and B. Executive Session - M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a): Subsection 7 - For the purpose of complying with any general or special law, specifically G.L. c. 214, Section 1B - "Right to Privacy."; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 4-0-0
Yes: Eldridge, Katerina Kalabokis, Keohane, MoranHillari Wennerstrom had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen enter Executive Session - M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a): Subsection 3 - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares - Mid Manager Union and B. Executive Session - M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a): Subsection 7 - For the purpose of complying with any general or special law, specifically G.L. c. 214, Section 1B - "Right to Privacy."; Selectman Eldridge seconds; ROLL CALL VOTE: Selectman Moran: IN FAVOR; Selectman Eldridge: IN FAVOR; Selectman Kalabokis: IN FAVOR; Selectman Keohane: IN FAVOR; the motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
9. Adjournment
Adjourn
Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn the meeting at 7:38 PM; Selectman Eldridge seconds; the motion passes 4-0-0
Yes: Eldridge, Katerina Kalabokis, Keohane, MoranHillari Wennerstrom had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Selectman Kalabokis moves that the Board of Selectmen adjourn the meeting at 7:38 PM; Selectman Eldridge seconds; the motion passes 4-0-0.” (Motion: Katerina Kalabokis, second: Eldridge)
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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