MassVoter.com← Walpole Select BoardWalpole Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
August 6, 2019
16 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: James O’Neil, Benjamin Barrett, Mark Gallivan, David Salvatore
Absent: Nancy Mackenzie
Every vote, in order
Promote Detective Ian Tolland to Police Sergeant
MOTION Moved by Mr. Gallivan to Promote Detective Ian Tolland to Police Sergeant seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION Moved by Mr. Gallivan to Promote Detective Ian Tolland to Police Sergeant seconded by Mr. O’Neil VOTED 4-0-0.” (second: O’Neil)
Direct the owners of 1350 North Street to restore the illegal curb cut to its original condition and repair the sidewalk as well prior to the start of the school year, so that corner at North…
MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil Direct the owners of 1350 North Street to restore the illegal curb cut to its original condition and repair the sidewalk as well prior to the start of the school year, so that corner at North street and Bubbling Brook can be used safely as a pick up place for the kids for the bus, seconded by Mr. Salvatore
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil Direct the owners of 1350 North Street to restore the illegal curb cut to its original condition and repair the sidewalk as well prior to the start of the school year, so that corner at North street and Bubbling Brook can be used safely as a pick up place for the kids for the bus, seconded by Mr. Salvatore VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Salvatore)
The wall that was illegally destroyed on North Street be reestablished in a historical contest consistent with other walls in the area to be approved by the building commissioner in concert…
MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that the wall that was illegally destroyed on North Street be reestablished in a historical contest consistent with other walls in the area to be approved by the building commissioner in concert with a wall expert to be hired by the owners of 1350 North Street and approved by Building Commissioner said wall will not only put back to its historic condition in terms of the context of the walls in the area but also restored as to location per the site plan approved, Seconded by Mr. Gallivan
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that the wall that was illegally destroyed on North Street be reestablished in a historical contest consistent with other walls in the area to be approved by the building commissioner in concert with a wall expert to be hired by the owners of 1350 North Street and approved by Building Commissioner said wall will not only put back to its historic condition in terms of the context of the walls in the area but also restored as to location per the site plan approved, Seconded by Mr. Gallivan VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Gallivan)
A police detail will be requested and paid for by the site developers during major deliveries and if the Police Chief determines a Police Detail is necessary at any time during site and…
MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that a police detail will be requested and paid for by the site developers during major deliveries and if the Police Chief determines a Police Detail is necessary at any time during site and building construction. Seconded by Mr. Gallivan
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that a police detail will be requested and paid for by the site developers during major deliveries and if the Police Chief determines a Police Detail is necessary at any time during site and building construction. Seconded by Mr. Gallivan VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Gallivan)
A bond of $20,000 will be provided to the Town of Walpole prior to this work commencing to ensure that the work is satisfactory
MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that a bond of $20,000 will be provided to the Town of Walpole prior to this work commencing to ensure that the work is satisfactory Seconded by Mr. Gallivan
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that a bond of $20,000 will be provided to the Town of Walpole prior to this work commencing to ensure that the work is satisfactory Seconded by Mr. Gallivan VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Gallivan)
The stop work order that was put in place by the Building Commissioner remain until the bldg. commissioner deems the site are in compliance with the Planning Board
MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that the stop work order that was put in place by the Building Commissioner remain until the bldg. commissioner deems the site are in compliance with the Planning Board
Yes: Barrett, Gallivan, O’NeilAbstained: Salvatore
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil that the stop work order that was put in place by the Building Commissioner remain until the bldg. commissioner deems the site are in compliance with the Planning Board Voted 3-0-1 (Mr. Salvatore abstained).” (Motion: O’Neil)
The Board of Selectmen sponsor these articles
MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan that the Board of Selectmen sponsor these articles, seconded by Mr. Barrett
Yes: Barrett, Gallivan, O’NeilAbstained: Salvatore
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan that the Board of Selectmen sponsor these articles, seconded by Mr. Barrett VOTED 3-0-1 (Mr. Salvatore abstained).” (Motion: Gallivan, second: Barrett)
II. NEW BUSINESS
Change the DBA for Minuteman Fire and Rescue apparatus to Allegiance Fire and Rescue
MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to change the DBA for Minuteman Fire and Rescue apparatus to Allegiance Fire and Rescue seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to change the DBA for Minuteman Fire and Rescue apparatus to Allegiance Fire and Rescue seconded by Mr. O’Neil VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: Gallivan, second: O’Neil)
Approve the request of Roberta Jung for the town to buy back cemetery lot 331 for $500.00
MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request of Roberta Jung for the town to buy back cemetery lot 331 for $500.00 seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request of Roberta Jung for the town to buy back cemetery lot 331 for $500.00 seconded by Mr. O’Neil VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: Gallivan, second: O’Neil)
Approve the request to have live entertainment at the Walpole Sportsman’s Association on August 17, 2019 from 1-6pm
MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request to have live entertainment at the Walpole Sportsman’s Association on August 17, 2019 from 1-6pm seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request to have live entertainment at the Walpole Sportsman’s Association on August 17, 2019 from 1-6pm seconded by Mr. O’Neil VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: Gallivan, second: O’Neil)
Walpole Sportsman’s Association
Approve the request for a one day all alcohol liquor license on August 17 from 11am-6pm for the Walpole Sportsman’s Association
MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request for a one day all alcohol liquor license on August 17 from 11am-6pm for the Walpole Sportsman’s Association, seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request for a one day all alcohol liquor license on August 17 from 11am-6pm for the Walpole Sportsman’s Association, seconded by Mr. O’Neil VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: Gallivan, second: O’Neil)
Approve the request for one day Wine and Malt license at Blessed Sacrament Church on September 7, 2019 from 12:00pm-4:00pm
MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request for one day Wine and Malt license at Blessed Sacrament Church on September 7, 2019 from 12:00pm-4:00pm seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan to approve the request for one day Wine and Malt license at Blessed Sacrament Church on September 7, 2019 from 12:00pm-4:00pm seconded by Mr. O’Neil VOTED 4-0-0.” (Motion: Gallivan, second: O’Neil)
III. CONSENT AGENDA Items
Accept with thanks the following donations 1. Sheryl Stone, COA Gift $10.00 2. Constance Smith, COA Gift $ 5.00 3. Joanne & Ed Damish,COA Gift $25.00 4. Bob & Mary Burns,COA Gift $25.00 5.…
MOTION moved by Mr. Salvatore to accept with thanks the following donations 1. Sheryl Stone, COA Gift $10.00 2. Constance Smith, COA Gift $ 5.00 3. Joanne & Ed Damish,COA Gift $25.00 4. Bob & Mary Burns,COA Gift $25.00 5. Joseph & Ann Marie,COA Gift $30.00 6. Irene Mierscow, COA Gift $125.00 7. Various Donors, S. Walpole Sign gift $400.00 Seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Salvatore to accept with thanks the following donations 1. Sheryl Stone, COA Gift $10.00 2. Constance Smith, COA Gift $ 5.00 3. Joanne & Ed Damish,COA Gift $25.00 4. Bob & Mary Burns,COA Gift $25.00 5. Joseph & Ann Marie,COA Gift $30.00 6. Irene Mierscow, COA Gift $125.00 7. Various Donors, S. Walpole Sign gift $400.00 Seconded by Mr. O’Neil voted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Salvatore, second: O’Neil)
Approve the minutes of July 16, 2019
MOTION Mr. Gallivan to approve the minutes of July 16, 2019, seconded by Mr. O’Neil
From the minutes
“MOTION Mr. Gallivan to approve the minutes of July 16, 2019, seconded by Mr. O’Neil VOTED 4-0-0.” (second: O’Neil)
Jim O’Neil Chairman
The Board of Selection will go into executive session under G.L. C. 30a § 21(a) 2 for the purposes and reasons declared by the Board’s chairman
MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan The Board of Selection will go into executive session under G.L. C. 30a § 21(a) 2 for the purposes and reasons declared by the Board’s chairman seconded by Mr. Salvatore questioned this being the correct section. I think this is the wrong section . He believes it should be Section 1. The employee should have had 48 hours notice and have the right to an attorney. To give the employee and opportunity to speak. Attorney Kevin Feeley this is the sole purpose to consider terms that reasonable and agreeable. Mr. Salvatore does this employee have a contract. Kevin Feeley yes they do. No Section 1 should be discussed. It is an agreement with the employee. Mr. O’Neil so it is your opinion that this is appropriate. Kevin Feeley yes. VOTED by
Yes: Barrett, Gallivan, O’NeilNo: Salvatore
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. Gallivan The Board of Selection will go into executive session under G.L. C. 30a § 21(a) 2 for the purposes and reasons declared by the Board’s chairman seconded by Mr. Salvatore questioned this being the correct section. I think this is the wrong section . He believes it should be Section 1. The employee should have had 48 hours notice and have the right to an attorney. To give the employee and opportunity to speak. Attorney Kevin Feeley this is the sole purpose to consider terms that reasonable and agreeable. Mr. Salvatore does this employee have a contract. Kevin Feeley yes they do. No Section 1 should be discussed. It is an agreement with the employee. Mr. O’Neil so it is your opinion that this is appropriate. Kevin Feeley yes. VOTED by roll call Mr. O’Neil-Aye, Mr. Gallivan-Aye, Mr. Barrett-Aye and Mr. Salvatore Opposed 3-1-0.” (Motion: Gallivan, second: Salvatore)
Salvatore Opposed 3-1-0
Adjourn at 9:35pm
MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil to adjourn at 9:35pm seconded by Mr. Gallivan
From the minutes
“MOTION moved by Mr. O’Neil to adjourn at 9:35pm seconded by Mr. Gallivan VOTED 4- 0-0.” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Gallivan)
From the Walpole Select Board’s official minutes: 2018 to 2024 from the town’s Document Center (Agendas & Minutes, Select Board), and 2025 on from its Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: the members’ own campaign Facebook pages (Allyson Hamilton, Glenn Maffei, Benjamin Barrett, James O’Neil); Walpole Media Corp (Mark Gallivan, “Mark Gallivan Candidate Special,” June 2020); the Town of Walpole’s Annual Town Reports (Nancy Mackenzie, 2019 report, board photo with name card; David Salvatore, 2020 report, board photo); Hometown Weekly (Ann Ragosta, “An Outside View,” November 2018). No photo found for Eric Kraus.
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