MassVoter.com← Walpole Select BoardWalpole Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
March 15, 2022
23 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Mark Gallivan, Benjamin Barrett, Glenn Maffei, James O’Neil
Absent: Nancy Mackenzie
Every vote, in order
Walpole Market & Deli, 196-198 Washington Street. (Vote expected)
Open the public hearing for East Walpole Market & Deli Inc. for a wines & malt beverages package store license located at 196-198 Washington Street
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for East Walpole Market & Deli Inc. for a wines & malt beverages package store license located at 196-198 Washington Street.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for East Walpole Market & Deli Inc. for a wines & malt beverages package store license located at 196-198 Washington Street. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Close the public hearing
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Vice Chair Barrett, voted to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Vice Chair Barrett, voted to close the public hearing. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Barrett)
Approve request of East Walpole Market & Deli Inc. for a wines & malt beverages package store license located at 196-198 Washington Street with no alcohol sales prior to 8am Monday – Saturday…
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of East Walpole Market & Deli Inc. for a wines & malt beverages package store license located at 196-198 Washington Street with no alcohol sales prior to 8am Monday – Saturday and prior to 10am on Sundays and must complete all necessary repairs as outlined by the Fire Department and have the property re-inspected by Building and Fire prior to issuance.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of East Walpole Market & Deli Inc. for a wines & malt beverages package store license located at 196-198 Washington Street with no alcohol sales prior to 8am Monday – Saturday and prior to 10am on Sundays and must complete all necessary repairs as outlined by the Fire Department and have the property re-inspected by Building and Fire prior to issuance. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Cultural Council Interviews and Vote for appointment (Five Regular Positions)
Appoint Robert Byrd as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Robert Byrd as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st .
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Robert Byrd as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st . Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Appoint Elizabeth Connolly as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Elizabeth Connolly as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st .
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Elizabeth Connolly as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st . Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Appoint Kerry Pitman as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Kerry Pitman as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st .
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Kerry Pitman as a regular member of the Cultural Council effective April 1st . Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Appoint Aaron Singer as a regular member of the Cultural Council to fill a vacancy
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Aaron Singer as a regular member of the Cultural Council to fill a vacancy.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Aaron Singer as a regular member of the Cultural Council to fill a vacancy. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Appoint Sharon Wood as a regular member of the Cultural Council to fill a vacancy
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Sharon Wood as a regular member of the Cultural Council to fill a vacancy.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Sharon Wood as a regular member of the Cultural Council to fill a vacancy. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
New Business
Not accept the Norfolk County offer to lease the four parcels of land and authorize the Town Administrator to inform the County Commissioners
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to not accept the Norfolk County offer to lease the four parcels of land and authorize the Town Administrator to inform the County Commissioners.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to not accept the Norfolk County offer to lease the four parcels of land and authorize the Town Administrator to inform the County Commissioners. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Award Bid/Contract #2022-14, Walpole High School Feasibility Study – Owner’s Project Management Services to Compass Project Management, Inc
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to award Bid/Contract #2022-14, Walpole High School Feasibility Study – Owner’s Project Management Services to Compass Project Management, Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to award Bid/Contract #2022-14, Walpole High School Feasibility Study – Owner’s Project Management Services to Compass Project Management, Inc. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Discussion and Vote on proposed Spring 2022 Town Meeting Warrant Articles
Recommend no action on Article 2, Personnel By-law Amendments
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted no action on Article 2, Personnel By-law Amendments.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted no action on Article 2, Personnel By-law Amendments. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Recommend favorable action on Article 3, Personnel Board Salary Schedule
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 3, Personnel Board Salary Schedule.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 3, Personnel Board Salary Schedule. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Recommend favorable action on Article 5, FY23 Budget
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 5, FY23 Budget.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 5, FY23 Budget. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Recommend no action on Article 13, Prior Year’s Unpaid Bills
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted no action on Article 13, Prior Year’s Unpaid Bills.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted no action on Article 13, Prior Year’s Unpaid Bills. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Recommend favorable action on Article 14, Cable Fund Transfer
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 14, Cable Fund Transfer.
Yes: Barrett, Maffei, O’NeilAbstained: Gallivan
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 14, Cable Fund Transfer. Motion Passed (3-0-1) (Chair Gallivan abstained).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Recommend favorable action on Article 15, Rescind Prior year borrowings
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 15, Rescind Prior year borrowings.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 15, Rescind Prior year borrowings. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Recommend favorable action on Article 17, Solar Installation at WPS sites
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 17, Solar Installation at WPS sites.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 17, Solar Installation at WPS sites. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Recommend favorable action on Article 18, Amendment to Stormwater Management Bylaw
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 18, Amendment to Stormwater Management Bylaw.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted favorable action on Article 18, Amendment to Stormwater Management Bylaw. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Providence Highway
Approve request for Change of Officers/Directors for Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC dba Texas Roadhouse, 102 Providence Highway
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request for Change of Officers/Directors for Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC dba Texas Roadhouse, 102 Providence Highway.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request for Change of Officers/Directors for Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC dba Texas Roadhouse, 102 Providence Highway. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of Little Bellas to use Adams Farm on Sundays from July 24 until August 28, from 3pm to 5:20pm for bike skills and trail riding
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Little Bellas to use Adams Farm on Sundays from July 24 until August 28, from 3pm to 5:20pm for bike skills and trail riding.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Little Bellas to use Adams Farm on Sundays from July 24 until August 28, from 3pm to 5:20pm for bike skills and trail riding. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
CONSENT AGENDA
Accept with gratitude the following donations: Multiple Donors to Smiling Eyes Financial Assistance $64 Walpole COA Pool Players to COA Gift Pool Table Related Expenses $75 Christos Kirousis to…
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to accept with gratitude the following donations: Multiple Donors to Smiling Eyes Financial Assistance $64 Walpole COA Pool Players to COA Gift Pool Table Related Expenses $75 Christos Kirousis to COA Gifts $25 Ronald & Iris Nasson to COA Gifts $25
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to accept with gratitude the following donations: Multiple Donors to Smiling Eyes Financial Assistance $64 Walpole COA Pool Players to COA Gift Pool Table Related Expenses $75 Christos Kirousis to COA Gifts $25 Ronald & Iris Nasson to COA Gifts $25 Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Ronald & Iris Nasson to COA Gifts $25
Approve the Minutes of March 01, 2022 as presented in our packet
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve the Minutes of March 01, 2022 as presented in our packet.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve the Minutes of March 01, 2022 as presented in our packet. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:10pm
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:10pm.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 8:10pm. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
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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