MassVoter.com← Walpole Select BoardWalpole Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
May 17, 2022
23 recorded votes, 0 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
Appointments
Open the public hearing for Highland Equities GL, LLC dba XGolf Walpole for an All Alcoholic Beverage License with Common Victualler at 50 Providence Highway, Space E50
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for Highland Equities GL, LLC dba XGolf Walpole for an All Alcoholic Beverage License with Common Victualler at 50 Providence Highway, Space E50.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for Highland Equities GL, LLC dba XGolf Walpole for an All Alcoholic Beverage License with Common Victualler at 50 Providence Highway, Space E50. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Close the public hearing
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“on motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to close the public hearing. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of Highland Equities GL, LLC dba XGolf Walpole for an All Alcoholic Beverage License with Common Victualler at 50 Providence Highway, Space E50, subject to the applicant…
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Highland Equities GL, LLC dba XGolf Walpole for an All Alcoholic Beverage License with Common Victualler at 50 Providence Highway, Space E50, subject to the applicant obtaining inspections from Building & Health Departments.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Highland Equities GL, LLC dba XGolf Walpole for an All Alcoholic Beverage License with Common Victualler at 50 Providence Highway, Space E50, subject to the applicant obtaining inspections from Building & Health Departments. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of XGolf Walpole for an Entertainment License for 11 TVs and Non-Live Music
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of XGolf Walpole for an Entertainment License for 11 TVs and Non-Live Music.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of XGolf Walpole for an Entertainment License for 11 TVs and Non-Live Music. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Street
Open the public hearing for Ganen Walpole INC dba Sakura for Alteration of Licensed Premises at 691 Main Street
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for Ganen Walpole INC dba Sakura for Alteration of Licensed Premises at 691 Main Street.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for Ganen Walpole INC dba Sakura for Alteration of Licensed Premises at 691 Main Street. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Close the public hearing
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“on motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to close the public hearing. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of Ganen Walpole INC dba Sakura for Alteration of Licensed Premises at 691 Main Street subject to the applicant obtaining inspections from Building & Health Departments
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Ganen Walpole INC dba Sakura for Alteration of Licensed Premises at 691 Main Street subject to the applicant obtaining inspections from Building & Health Departments.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Ganen Walpole INC dba Sakura for Alteration of Licensed Premises at 691 Main Street subject to the applicant obtaining inspections from Building & Health Departments. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Open the public hearing for NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY for Grant of Location to relocate one pole and install sidewalk guy and anchor within the town layout of Short Street
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY for Grant of Location to relocate one pole and install sidewalk guy and anchor within the town layout of Short Street.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to open the public hearing for NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY for Grant of Location to relocate one pole and install sidewalk guy and anchor within the town layout of Short Street. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Close the public hearing
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to close the public hearing. Motion Passed (4- 0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY for Grant of Location to relocate one pole and install sidewalk guy and anchor within the town layout of Short Street
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY for Grant of Location to relocate one pole and install sidewalk guy and anchor within the town layout of Short Street.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY for Grant of Location to relocate one pole and install sidewalk guy and anchor within the town layout of Short Street. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Veterans Service Committee:
Appoint Kevin Medeiros to the Veterans Service Committee to fill a vacancy
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Kevin Medeiros to the Veterans Service Committee to fill a vacancy.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to appoint Kevin Medeiros to the Veterans Service Committee to fill a vacancy. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve the request to use the Town Common on Monday, May 30, 2022 for the Memorial Day Observance and to block off a portion of Elm Street from 10am-2pm
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve the request to use the Town Common on Monday, May 30, 2022 for the Memorial Day Observance and to block off a portion of Elm Street from 10am-2pm.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve the request to use the Town Common on Monday, May 30, 2022 for the Memorial Day Observance and to block off a portion of Elm Street from 10am-2pm. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Board/Committee Memberships:
Approve request to reduce the membership of the Economic Development Commission from 9 fulltime members to 7 fulltime members and remove all associate member positions
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request to reduce the membership of the Economic Development Commission from 9 fulltime members to 7 fulltime members and remove all associate member positions.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request to reduce the membership of the Economic Development Commission from 9 fulltime members to 7 fulltime members and remove all associate member positions. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request to reduce the membership of the Walpole Housing Partnership Committee from 9 fulltime members to 5 fulltime members
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request to reduce the membership of the Walpole Housing Partnership Committee from 9 fulltime members to 5 fulltime members.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request to reduce the membership of the Walpole Housing Partnership Committee from 9 fulltime members to 5 fulltime members. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Accept with regret the resignation of David Doe from Emergency Management/Civil Defense
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to accept with regret the resignation of David Doe from Emergency Management/Civil Defense.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to accept with regret the resignation of David Doe from Emergency Management/Civil Defense. Motion Passed (4-0- 0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of Carol Johnson, WFM Manager, to use Spring Brook Park on Saturdays from June 11 – October 22, 2022 from 9am-1pm for the Walpole Farmers Market
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Carol Johnson, WFM Manager, to use Spring Brook Park on Saturdays from June 11 – October 22, 2022 from 9am-1pm for the Walpole Farmers Market.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Carol Johnson, WFM Manager, to use Spring Brook Park on Saturdays from June 11 – October 22, 2022 from 9am-1pm for the Walpole Farmers Market. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Adams Farm Event Requests:
Approve request of Mary MacDonald to use Adams Farm on Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 1-3pm for a baby shower
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Mary MacDonald to use Adams Farm on Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 1-3pm for a baby shower.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Mary MacDonald to use Adams Farm on Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 1-3pm for a baby shower. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of Walpole Women’s Club to use Adams Farm on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 11:30am-2pm for a luncheon
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Walpole Women’s Club to use Adams Farm on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 11:30am-2pm for a luncheon.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Walpole Women’s Club to use Adams Farm on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 11:30am-2pm for a luncheon. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of Carolyn Henjes to hold the OPR Fun Run on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 9am-10am in the area of the Old Post Road School
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Carolyn Henjes to hold the OPR Fun Run on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 9am-10am in the area of the Old Post Road School.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Carolyn Henjes to hold the OPR Fun Run on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 9am-10am in the area of the Old Post Road School. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Approve request of Nick Zozula for a One Day Entertainment Permit at 4 Woodruff Road on Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 7-11pm for a Birthday Party subject to compliance with all WPD conditions
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Nick Zozula for a One Day Entertainment Permit at 4 Woodruff Road on Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 7-11pm for a Birthday Party subject to compliance with all WPD conditions.
From the minutes
“On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve request of Nick Zozula for a One Day Entertainment Permit at 4 Woodruff Road on Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 7-11pm for a Birthday Party subject to compliance with all WPD conditions. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
CONSENT AGENDA
Accept with gratitude the following donations: Multiple Donors in memory of Katherine Troyanovich Russo to Library Children Books $910 Multiple Donors to Night Before the Fourth Gift Account…
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to accept with gratitude the following donations: Multiple Donors in memory of Katherine Troyanovich Russo to Library Children Books $910 Multiple Donors to Night Before the Fourth Gift Account $510 Multiple Donors to Recreation Smiling Eyes Financial Assistance $162 David & Michelle Burke in honor of Bob Ela to COA Gifts $50 Walpole COA Pool Players to COA Gift Pool Table Related Expenses $50 David Bearce, Sr. to Veterans Services Hometown Hero Program $50 Anthony & Linda Panarelli to COA Gifts $50 Carol Zographos 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 in memory of Katherine Troyanovich Russo to Library Children Books $910 Multiple Donors to Night Before the Fourth Gift Account $510 Multiple Donors to Recreation Smiling Eyes Financial Assistance $162 David & Michelle Burke in honor of Bob Ela to COA Gifts $50 Walpole COA Pool Players to COA Gift Pool Table Related Expenses $50 David Bearce, Sr. to Veterans Services Hometown Hero Program $50 Anthony & Linda Panarelli to COA Gifts $50 Carol Zographos to COA Gifts $25 Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Carol Zographos to COA Gifts $25
Approve the Minutes of April 26, 2022 as presented in our packet
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to approve the Minutes of April 26, 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 April 26, 2022 as presented in our packet. Motion Passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: O’Neil, second: Maffei)
Playground Update
Adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 7:30pm
On motion of Board member O’Neil, seconded by Clerk Maffei, voted to adjourn the meeting and the meeting was adjourned accordingly at 7:30pm.
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 7:30pm. 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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