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Walpole Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting

July 14, 2020

21 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Benjamin Barrett, Nancy Mackenzie, Mark Gallivan, James O’Neil

Absent: David Salvatore

Every vote, in order

Approve the letter to Mass Housing regarding proposed Pinnacle Point project and authorized the Chair to sign

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the letter to Mass Housing regarding proposed Pinnacle Point project and authorized the Chair to sign. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the letter to Mass Housing regarding proposed Pinnacle Point project and authorized the Chair to sign. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Ratify the medication agreement with Steward Good Samaritan Medical Center as presented in our packets

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify the medication agreement with Steward Good Samaritan Medical Center as presented in our packets. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify the medication agreement with Steward Good Samaritan Medical Center as presented in our packets. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Ratify the medication agreement with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham as presented in our packets

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify the medication agreement with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham as presented in our packets. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify the medication agreement with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham as presented in our packets. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Sign the ambulance service affiliation agreement with Steward Norwood Hospital Inc. as presented in our packets

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the ambulance service affiliation agreement with Steward Norwood Hospital Inc. as presented in our packets. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the ambulance service affiliation agreement with Steward Norwood Hospital Inc. as presented in our packets. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Vote to appoint Democratic Election Workers for 2020

Appoint the Democratic Election Workers for 2020 as presented in the packet

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint the Democratic Election Workers for 2020 as presented in the packet. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint the Democratic Election Workers for 2020 as presented in the packet. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Vote to appoint Republic Election Workers or 2020

Appoint the Republican Election Workers for 2020 as presented in the packet

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to appoint the Republican Election Workers for 2020 as presented in the packet. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to appoint the Republican Election Workers for 2020 as presented in the packet. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Award bid contract No. 2020-29 for cleaning, redevelopment and chemical treatment of gravel packed wells

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contract No. 2020-29 for cleaning, redevelopment and chemical treatment of gravel packed wells. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contract No. 2020-29 for cleaning, redevelopment and chemical treatment of gravel packed wells. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Award bid contract No. 2020-31 for professional service for on call service support & SCADA systems upgrade

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contract No. 2020-31 for professional service for on call service support & SCADA systems upgrade. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contract No. 2020-31 for professional service for on call service support & SCADA systems upgrade. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Grant Jim Johnson, Town Administrator, permission to sign the weekly warrants in the Boards’ absence

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to grant Jim Johnson, Town Administrator, permission to sign the weekly warrants in the Boards’ absence. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to grant Jim Johnson, Town Administrator, permission to sign the weekly warrants in the Boards’ absence. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote to open the 2020 Fall Town Meeting Warrant

Open the 2020 Fall Town Meeting Warrant

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to open the 2020 Fall Town Meeting Warrant. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to open the 2020 Fall Town Meeting Warrant. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0- 0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Award bid contract No. 2020-32 for paving on Coney Street and Route One

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contract No. 2020-32 for paving on Coney Street and Route One. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contract No. 2020-32 for paving on Coney Street and Route One. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Award bid contact No. 2020-33 for crack sealing by fiber reinforced method

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair, Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contact No. 2020-33 for crack sealing by fiber reinforced method. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair, Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award bid contact No. 2020-33 for crack sealing by fiber reinforced method. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote to appoint Bailey Ziemba to the Conservation Commission

Appoint Bailey Ziemba to the Conservation Commission

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Bailey Ziemba to the Conservation Commission. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Bailey Ziemba to the Conservation Commission. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Vote to appoint David Nardelli to the Housing Partnership Committee

Appoint David Nardelli to the Housing Partnership Committee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint David Nardelli to the Housing Partnership Committee. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint David Nardelli to the Housing Partnership Committee. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Vote to appoint Clodagh Drummey to the Walpole Cultural Counsel

Appoint Clodagh Drummey to the Walpole Cultural Council

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Clodagh Drummey to the Walpole Cultural Council. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Clodagh Drummey to the Walpole Cultural Council. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Vote to appoint Sarah McCracken to the Walpole Cultural Counsel

Appoint Sarah McCracken to the Walpole Cultural Council

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Sarah McCracken to the Walpole Cultural Council. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Sarah McCracken to the Walpole Cultural Council. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Vote to appoint David Anderson to the Zoning Board of Appeals

Appoint David Anderson as an Associate to Zoning Board of Appeals

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint David Anderson as an Associate to Zoning Board of Appeals. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint David Anderson as an Associate to Zoning Board of Appeals. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Town Administrator’s Update

Approve the Minutes of June 9, 2020

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of June 9, 2020. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of June 9, 2020. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the Minutes of June 16, 2020

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of June 16, 2020. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of June 16, 2020. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the Minutes of June 29, 2020

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of June 29, 2020. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of June 29, 2020. Those in favor: Board members O’Neil, Gallivan, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:30 p.m

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:30 p.m. Those in favor: Board members Gallivan, O’Neil, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett.

From the minutes

“on motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:30 p.m. Those in favor: Board members Gallivan, O’Neil, Mackenzie and Chair Barrett. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

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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