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February 25, 2020
16 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Angeline B. Kounelis arrived late (6:40 p.m.).
Present: Caroline Bays, Anthony J. Donato, John G. Gannon, Lisa J. Feltner, Anthony Palomba, Vincent J. Piccirilli, Kenneth M. Woodland, Mark S. Sideris, Angeline B. Kounelis
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Executive Session – 6:30 P.M.
Enter into executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with...
To Conduct Strategy Sessions in Preparation for Negotiations with Non-Union Personnel or to Conduct Collective Bargaining Sessions or Contract Negotiations with Non-Union Personnel – Town Manager, Michael J. Driscoll Councilor Piccirilli moved to enter into executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel – Town Manager, Michael J. Driscoll;
Angeline B. Kounelis arrived late (6:40 p.m.), and the minutes do not show whether before or after this vote.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote of 8-0..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Gannon)
EXAMINATION OF RECORDS OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS Minutes of the February 11, 2020 Town Council Meeting
Adopt the minutes
EXAMINATION OF RECORDS OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS Minutes of the February 11, 2020 Town Council Meeting Councilor Piccirilli moved to adopt the minutes;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Referral to the Committee on Media and Public Outreach: The Establishment of a Protocol to Create a Monthly, or if...
Refer to the Committee on Media and Public Outreach the matter of the establishment of a protocol to create a monthly, or if not monthly at least quarterly, a Town Council Newsletter and to...
Referral to the Committee on Media and Public Outreach: The Establishment of a Protocol to Create a Monthly, or if Not Monthly at Least Quarterly, Town Council Newsletter and Determine How it Can Be Distributed to the Community Councilor Piccirilli moved to refer to the Committee on Media and Public Outreach the matter of the establishment of a protocol to create a monthly, or if not monthly at least quarterly, a Town Council Newsletter and to determine how it can be distributed to the community;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Feltner)
PUBLIC HEARINGS Public Hearing and Vote on a Proposed Loan Order Authorizing the Town Treasurer, with the Approval...
Approve the Loan Order authorizing the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Town Manager, to borrow and/or expend monies in the amount of $2,500,000 under Chapter 44, Section 7(1) of the...
Councilor Piccirilli moved to approve the Loan Order authorizing the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Town Manager, to borrow and/or expend monies in the amount of $2,500,000 under Chapter 44, Section 7(1) of the General Laws or any other enabling authority to pay costs of constructing, reconstructing, paving, repairing or otherwise improving streets and sidewalks, including if necessary, convenient or desirable improving underground ducts and conduits and paying all other costs incidental and related to such street and sidewalk work, including if necessary, convenient or desirable, underground duct or conduit improvements, and the payment of all other costs incidental and related thereto. any premium received by the town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Consideration and Action on a Proposed Third Amendment to the Service Agreement for Waste Disposal with Wheelabrator...
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the third amendment to the service agreement for waste disposal with Wheelabrator for an extended term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2025
Councilor Piccirilli moved to authorize the Town Manager to sign the third amendment to the service agreement for waste disposal with Wheelabrator for an extended term from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2025;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Resolution Approving the Acceptance and Expenditure of a Gift of Funds in an Amount of $5,359.10 Which Will Be Used...
Approve the acceptance and expenditure of a gift of funds in an amount of $5,359.10 to be used to purchase two pieces of equipment for the Watertown Police Department’s Fitness Center
Councilor Piccirilli moved to approve the acceptance and expenditure of a gift of funds in an amount of $5,359.10 to be used to purchase two pieces of equipment for the Watertown Police Department’s Fitness Center; councilor woodland seconded the motion.
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli)
Resolution Authorizing a Transfer to Fund Salary Adjustments for Three Non-Union Confidential Employees Covering the...
Transfer $4,250 to fund salary adjustments for three non-union confidential employees covering the period of July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2022
Councilor Piccirilli moved to transfer $4,250 to fund salary adjustments for three non-union confidential employees covering the period of July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2022;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Committee on Economic Development and Planning Report Regarding Confirmations to the Watertown Historic District...
Accept the report: Committee on Economic Development and Planning Report Regarding Confirmations to the Watertown Historic District – Kenneth Woodland
Councilor Piccirilli moved to accept the report;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Confirm Linda Sternberg for reappointment to the Historic District Commission for a term to expire on November 15, 2022
Councilor Piccirilli moved to confirm Linda Sternberg for reappointment to the Historic District Commission for a term to expire on November 15, 2022;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Confirm James Bensinger for appointment to the Historic District Commission for a term to expire on November 15, 2021
Councilor Piccirilli moved to confirm James Bensinger for appointment to the Historic District Commission for a term to expire on November 15, 2021;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“unanimously on a voice vote. The motion was adopted B..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Committee on Rules and Ordinances Report Regarding Veterans Tax Exemption and Town Council Rules Review – Anthony J....
Approve the report as amended to include the corrected attachment
Councilor Piccirilli moved to approve the report as amended to include the corrected attachment;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Feltner)
Accept Clause 22G of MGL Chapter 59 Section 5 concerning Veteran Exemptions
Councilor Piccirilli moved that the Town Council accept Clause 22G of MGL Chapter 59 Section 5 concerning Veteran Exemptions;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Adopt the revised Town Council Rules with the recommendations outlined by the Committee
Councilor Piccirilli moved that the Town Council adopt the revised Town Council Rules with the recommendations outlined by the Committee;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
NEW BUSINESS Referral to the Economic Planning and Development Committee to Consider and Make Recommendations on...
Refer to the Economic Planning and Development Committee to consider and make recommendations on updating or amending the Comprehensive Plan and to suggest strategies on how to fulfill them
NEW BUSINESS Referral to the Economic Planning and Development Committee to Consider and Make Recommendations on Updating or Amending the Comprehensive Plan and to Suggest Strategies on How to Fulfill Them Councilor Piccirilli moved to refer to the Economic Planning and Development Committee to consider and make recommendations on updating or amending the Comprehensive Plan and to suggest strategies on how to fulfill them;
Yes: Bays, Donato, Feltner, Gannon, Kounelis, Palomba, Piccirilli, SiderisNo: Woodland
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted 8-1 on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Feltner)
Request for Confirmation of Reappointments to the Community
Refer the matter to the Committee on Open Space and Recreation
Councilor Piccirilli moved to refer the matter to the Committee on Open Space and Recreation;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Gannon)
Recess Or Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
RECESS OR ADJOURNMENT Councilor Piccirilli moved to adjourn the meeting;
The minutes record a unanimous voice vote; every councilor present is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a voice vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Feltner)
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