MassVoter.com← Walpole Select BoardWalpole Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
October 6, 2020
22 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, David Salvatore
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appointments
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, vote to open the public hearing for Eversource for grant of location to install one stub pole and one anchor on Common Street. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, vote to open the public hearing for Eversource for grant of location to install one stub pole and one anchor on Common Street. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, and on roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“on motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, and on roll call vote of the Board, voted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Grant request of Eversource to install one stub pole and anchor on Common Street and will include revised plans that will be submitted to the Engineering office
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to grant request of Eversource to install one stub pole and anchor on Common Street and will include revised plans that will be submitted to the Engineering office. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to grant request of Eversource to install one stub pole and anchor on Common Street and will include revised plans that will be submitted to the Engineering office. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Approve the change of manager for Wines & More Walpole to Matthew Benoit
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to approve the change of manager for Wines & More Walpole to Matthew Benoit. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to approve the change of manager for Wines & More Walpole to Matthew Benoit. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Appoint Robert Belcher to the Adams Farm Committee to fill a vacancy
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Robert Belcher to the Adams Farm Committee to fill a vacancy. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint Robert Belcher to the Adams Farm Committee to fill a vacancy. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Ratify the decision of the Town Administrator to appoint Jodi Cuneo as Finance Director effective November 02, 2020
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify the decision of the Town Administrator to appoint Jodi Cuneo as Finance Director effective November 02, 2020. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify the decision of the Town Administrator to appoint Jodi Cuneo as Finance Director effective November 02, 2020. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
New Business
Declare DPW equipment as surplus and authorize the Town Administrator to dispose of the listed equipment
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to declare DPW equipment as surplus and authorize the Town Administrator to dispose of the listed equipment. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to declare DPW equipment as surplus and authorize the Town Administrator to dispose of the listed equipment. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Passed (5-0-0)
Approve proposed snowplow rates as presented
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve proposed snowplow rates as presented. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve proposed snowplow rates as presented. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Vote on remaining Town Meeting Articles
Recommend no action on Article 2
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted no action on Article 2. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted no action on Article 2. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Recommend favorable action on Article 14
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted favorable action on Article 14. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted favorable action on Article 14. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Recommend favorable action on Article 15
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted favorable action on Article 15. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted favorable action on Article 15. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Allow all existing extension of premises and any new applications to stay in place until 60 days after the end of the State of Emergency or otherwise revised by the Governor unless sooner…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to allow all existing extension of premises and any new applications to stay in place until 60 days after the end of the State of Emergency or otherwise revised by the Governor unless sooner revoked or suspended as deemed necessary by the Building, Fire or DPW Department on the grounds of public safety. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to allow all existing extension of premises and any new applications to stay in place until 60 days after the end of the State of Emergency or otherwise revised by the Governor unless sooner revoked or suspended as deemed necessary by the Building, Fire or DPW Department on the grounds of public safety. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Kitchen
Approve extension of lease agreements with several restaurants to stay in place until 60 days after the end of the State of Emergency or otherwise revised by the Governor unless sooner revoked…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve extension of lease agreements with several restaurants to stay in place until 60 days after the end of the State of Emergency or otherwise revised by the Governor unless sooner revoked or suspended as deemed necessary by the Building, Fire or DPW Department on the grounds of public safety. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve extension of lease agreements with several restaurants to stay in place until 60 days after the end of the State of Emergency or otherwise revised by the Governor unless sooner revoked or suspended as deemed necessary by the Building, Fire or DPW Department on the grounds of public safety. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Offer Section 12 Licensees a 25% reduction on 2021 liquor license renewals if requested and all rates will revert to original fee amount after the 2021 renewals are complete
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to offer Section 12 Licensees a 25% reduction on 2021 liquor license renewals if requested and all rates will revert to original fee amount after the 2021 renewals are complete. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to offer Section 12 Licensees a 25% reduction on 2021 liquor license renewals if requested and all rates will revert to original fee amount after the 2021 renewals are complete. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Sign the agreement between the Town of Walpole and W.R. Grace & Co.-Conn. and Covidien LP concerning continued access to Blackburn & Union Privileges Superfund Site
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the agreement between the Town of Walpole and W.R. Grace & Co.-Conn. and Covidien LP concerning continued access to Blackburn & Union Privileges Superfund Site. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the agreement between the Town of Walpole and W.R. Grace & Co.-Conn. and Covidien LP concerning continued access to Blackburn & Union Privileges Superfund Site. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Ratify decision of the Board to direct the Town Administrator to send a letter to the Norfolk County Commissioners regarding the 90-day extension request
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify decision of the Board to direct the Town Administrator to send a letter to the Norfolk County Commissioners regarding the 90-day extension request. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to ratify decision of the Board to direct the Town Administrator to send a letter to the Norfolk County Commissioners regarding the 90-day extension request. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Vote to sign the November 03, 2020 State Election Warrant
Sign the November 03, 2020 State Election Warrant
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the November 03, 2020 State Election Warrant. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the November 03, 2020 State Election Warrant. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
CONSENT AGENDA
Accept with gratitude the following donations: 1. Moms Club of Walpole to Recreation Program Scholarships $200 2. Walpole Pharmacy to COA Gifts $100 3. Ellen Redfield to COA Gifts $34 4. Joanne…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to accept with gratitude the following donations: 1. Moms Club of Walpole to Recreation Program Scholarships $200 2. Walpole Pharmacy to COA Gifts $100 3. Ellen Redfield to COA Gifts $34 4. Joanne Mulligan to COA Gifts $100 5. Mick Morgan’s to Community Policing $425 On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to accept with gratitude the following donations: 1. Moms Club of Walpole to Recreation Program Scholarships $200 2. Walpole Pharmacy to COA Gifts $100 3. Ellen Redfield to COA Gifts $34 4. Joanne Mulligan to COA Gifts $100 5. Mick Morgan’s to Community Policing $425 On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
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Reconsider previous vote on Article 25
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to reconsider previous vote on Article 25. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to reconsider previous vote on Article 25. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Refer Article 25 back to the petitioner
On Motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to refer Article 25 back to the petitioner. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On Motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to refer Article 25 back to the petitioner. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5- 0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Approve the Minutes of September 01 & 15 2020 as presented in our packet
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of September 01 & 15 2020 as presented in our packet. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of September 01 & 15 2020 as presented in our packet. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:15 p.m
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:15 p.m. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:15 p.m. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, 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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