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May 11, 2021
21 recorded votes, 1 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
Vote to appoint candidate Justin Labonte to the position of Firefighter/Paramedic
Appoint firefighter candidate Justin Labonte to the position of Firefighter/Paramedic
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint firefighter candidate Justin Labonte to the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to appoint firefighter candidate Justin Labonte to the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Open the public hearing for Classic Modern dba Beacons 85 Providence Highway for Alteration of Licensed Premises to include a stone patio
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to open the public hearing for Classic Modern dba Beacons 85 Providence Highway for Alteration of Licensed Premises to include a stone patio. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to open the public hearing for Classic Modern dba Beacons 85 Providence Highway for Alteration of Licensed Premises to include a stone patio. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Close the public hearing
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to close the public hearing. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“on motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to close the public hearing. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Approve the alteration of licensed premises to include a stone patio for Classic Modern dba Beacons located at 85 Providence Highway, subject to the applicant obtaining a final inspection from…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the alteration of licensed premises to include a stone patio for Classic Modern dba Beacons located at 85 Providence Highway, subject to the applicant obtaining a final inspection from Building department. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the alteration of licensed premises to include a stone patio for Classic Modern dba Beacons located at 85 Providence Highway, subject to the applicant obtaining a final inspection from Building department. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Approve request of Five Star Franchises MA-3 LLC dba Jersey Mikes Subs for a Common Victualler to operate at 965 Old Post Road
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of Five Star Franchises MA-3 LLC dba Jersey Mikes Subs for a Common Victualler to operate at 965 Old Post Road. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of Five Star Franchises MA-3 LLC dba Jersey Mikes Subs for a Common Victualler to operate at 965 Old Post Road. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Hold a special town election on November 02, 2021
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to hold a special town election on November 02, 2021. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to hold a special town election on November 02, 2021. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Place the following Ballot Question on the Special Election Warrant: Shall the Town of Walpole be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to place the following Ballot Question on the Special Election Warrant: Shall the Town of Walpole be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bonds issued in order to construct and furnish a new grade 6–8 combined middle school at 625 Washington Street, Walpole, MA, the same parcel of land as the current Bird School, including demolition, site preparation and the payment of all other costs incidental or related thereto? On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to place the following Ballot Question on the Special Election Warrant: Shall the Town of Walpole be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bonds issued in order to construct and furnish a new grade 6–8 combined middle school at 625 Washington Street, Walpole, MA, the same parcel of land as the current Bird School, including demolition, site preparation and the payment of all other costs incidental or related thereto? On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Sign the Special Election Warrant
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to sign the Special 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 Special Election Warrant. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
New Business
Approve the request to use the Town Common on Monday, May 31, 2021 for Memorial Day and block off a portion of Elm Street from approximately 10am-2pm
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Chair Barrett, voted to approve the request to use the Town Common on Monday, May 31, 2021 for Memorial Day and block off a portion of Elm Street from approximately 10am-2pm. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Chair Barrett, voted to approve the request to use the Town Common on Monday, May 31, 2021 for Memorial Day and block off a portion of Elm Street from approximately 10am-2pm. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0- 0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Barrett)
Associates
Award Bid/Contract 2021-11 for Standby Generators to Fall River Electrical Associates in the amount of $213,359
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award Bid/Contract 2021-11 for Standby Generators to Fall River Electrical Associates in the amount of $213,359. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award Bid/Contract 2021-11 for Standby Generators to Fall River Electrical Associates in the amount of $213,359. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Award Bid/Contract 2021-18, Roadway, Sidewalk & Parking Lot Resurfacing at various locations in the amount of $1,158,961.80 to Lorusso Corporation
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award Bid/Contract 2021-18, Roadway, Sidewalk & Parking Lot Resurfacing at various locations in the amount of $1,158,961.80 to Lorusso Corporation. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to award Bid/Contract 2021-18, Roadway, Sidewalk & Parking Lot Resurfacing at various locations in the amount of $1,158,961.80 to Lorusso Corporation. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Sign the State Aid Reimbursable Program for Compete Streets Tier 3 in the amount of $54,073.01
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the State Aid Reimbursable Program for Compete Streets Tier 3 in the amount of $54,073.01. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to sign the State Aid Reimbursable Program for Compete Streets Tier 3 in the amount of $54,073.01. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Sign the inter-municipal agreement with the Towns of Norwood and Sharon to share the position of Energy Manager
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Board member O’Neil, voted to sign the inter-municipal agreement with the Towns of Norwood and Sharon to share the position of Energy Manager. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Board member O’Neil, voted to sign the inter-municipal agreement with the Towns of Norwood and Sharon to share the position of Energy Manager. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: O’Neil)
Approve request of Carol Johnson to use Spring Brook Park on Saturdays June 12-October 23, 2021 from 9am-1pm for the Annual Farmers Market
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of Carol Johnson to use Spring Brook Park on Saturdays June 12-October 23, 2021 from 9am-1pm for the Annual Farmers Market. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of Carol Johnson to use Spring Brook Park on Saturdays June 12-October 23, 2021 from 9am-1pm for the Annual Farmers Market. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Adams Farm Event Requests
Approve request of New England High School Cycling Association to use Adams Farm on July 31, 2021 from 9:30am-2pm for a Girls of the League Day subject to compliance with all COVID19 protocols
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of New England High School Cycling Association to use Adams Farm on July 31, 2021 from 9:30am-2pm for a Girls of the League Day subject to compliance with all COVID19 protocols. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of New England High School Cycling Association to use Adams Farm on July 31, 2021 from 9:30am-2pm for a Girls of the League Day subject to compliance with all COVID19 protocols. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Approve request of Blue Hills Cycling Club to use Adams Farm on June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4, 11, 18, 2021 from 5pm-8pm for cycling training events subject to compliance with all…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of Blue Hills Cycling Club to use Adams Farm on June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4, 11, 18, 2021 from 5pm-8pm for cycling training events subject to compliance with all COVID19 protocols. On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve request of Blue Hills Cycling Club to use Adams Farm on June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4, 11, 18, 2021 from 5pm-8pm for cycling training events subject to compliance with all COVID19 protocols. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Authorize the Town Administrator to move forward with two solicitations: Advertisement, Recruitment, & Hiring (Lead Consultant) and Assessment Center (sub consultant)
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to authorize the Town Administrator to move forward with two solicitations: Advertisement, Recruitment, & Hiring (Lead Consultant) and Assessment Center (sub consultant). On roll call vote of the Board,
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan voted to authorize the Town Administrator to move forward with two solicitations: Advertisement, Recruitment, & Hiring (Lead Consultant) and Assessment Center (sub consultant). On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Unfinished Business
Add a senior citizen and forest green space representative and change all representatives other than Planning Board to be them or designee and send a memo to Planning Board with this suggestion…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to add a senior citizen and forest green space representative and change all representatives other than Planning Board to be them or designee and send a memo to Planning Board with this suggestion and ask for comment and input and have a meeting to discuss or offer any changes beforehand to discuss them. On roll call vote of the Board,
Yes: Barrett, Gallivan, Mackenzie, O’NeilNo: Salvatore
From the minutes
“On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to add a senior citizen and forest green space representative and change all representatives other than Planning Board to be them or designee and send a memo to Planning Board with this suggestion and ask for comment and input and have a meeting to discuss or offer any changes beforehand to discuss them. On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (4-1-0) (Board member Salvatore opposed).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
CONSENT AGENDA
Accept with gratitude the following donations Tylor Forgeron to Veteran Gift Account $50 Constance Bedros for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $40 Sandra & Stephen Grundy for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $25…
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to accept with gratitude the following donations Tylor Forgeron to Veteran Gift Account $50 Constance Bedros for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $40 Sandra & Stephen Grundy for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $25 James & Carol Hart for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $25 Peter & Nurit Kussell to Ambulance Gift Account $100 Various Donors to Recreation Smiling Eyes Financial Assistance $462 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 Tylor Forgeron to Veteran Gift Account $50 Constance Bedros for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $40 Sandra & Stephen Grundy for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $25 James & Carol Hart for Nancy Hurd to COA Gifts $25 Peter & Nurit Kussell to Ambulance Gift Account $100 Various Donors to Recreation Smiling Eyes Financial Assistance $462 On roll call vote of the Board, Motion Passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mackenzie, second: Gallivan)
Route 1A Roadworks
Approve the Minutes of April 20 and May 01, 2021 as presented in our packet
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to approve the Minutes of April 20 and May 01, 2021 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 April 20 and May 01, 2021 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 8:50pm
On motion of Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Clerk Gallivan, voted to adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:50pm. 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 8:50pm. 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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