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August 20, 2024
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Colette Aufranc, Thomas Ulfelder, Lise Olney, Beth Sullivan Woods, Marjorie Freiman
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Ms. Aufranc recused herself from the discussion as an abutter to an abutter, and
Every vote, in order
Enter executive session under M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #2 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel Executive Director Meghan Jop, M.G.L c. 30A§21A,...
To enter executive session under M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #2 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel Executive Director Meghan Jop, M.G.L c. 30A§21A, exemption #3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation with Local 1795 IAFF (Firefighters Union), and M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #3 to discuss strategy with respect to Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, et al v
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Mr. Ulfelder and seconded by Ms. Frieman, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to enter executive session under M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #2 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel Executive Director Meghan Jop, M.G.L c. 30A§21A, exemption #3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation with Local 1795 IAFF (Firefighters Union), and M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #3 to discuss strategy with respect to Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, et al v. DEP (2384 CV 00443B) and to invite Corey Testa and Meghan Jop to join as the Chair has declared that having such discussions in open session would have a detrimental effect on the Town's position. Following the adjournment of the executive session the Board will return to open session to take up the remainder of the agenda. Aufranc -Aye Freiman - Aye Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Ulfelder, second: Freiman)
Approve the change of manager for the Babson College Club All Alcohol License at Babson College Executive Conference Center and to name Athena Gewlas as manager of record
To approve the change of manager for the Babson College Club All Alcohol License at Babson College Executive Conference Center and to name Athena Gewlas as manager of record
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Mr. Ulfelder and seconded by Ms. Freiman the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the change of manager for the Babson College Club All Alcohol License at Babson College Executive Conference Center and to name Athena Gewlas as manager of record. Aufranc -Aye Freiman - Aye Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Ulfelder, second: Freiman)
Approve settlement agreement with Local 1795 IAFF
To approve settlement agreement with Local 1795 IAFF
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Mr. Ulfelder and seconded by Ms. Freiman, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve settlement agreement with Local 1795 IAFF. Aufranc -Aye Freiman - Aye Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Ulfelder, second: Freiman)
Approve the transfer of All Alcohol License from Takara Japanese Restaurant located at 151 Linden Street to KK Katara dba Katara Japanese Restaurant located at 151 Linden Street and to name Suk...
To approve the transfer of All Alcohol License from Takara Japanese Restaurant located at 151 Linden Street to KK Katara dba Katara Japanese Restaurant located at 151 Linden Street and to name Suk Man Kitty Suen as manager of record
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Mr. Ulfelder and seconded by Ms. Freiman the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the transfer of All Alcohol License from Takara Japanese Restaurant located at 151 Linden Street to KK Katara dba Katara Japanese Restaurant located at 151 Linden Street and to name Suk Man Kitty Suen as manager of record. Further move to approve a common victualler license for KK Katara LLC located at 151 Linden Street; all licenses expire December 31, 2024. Aufranc -Aye Freiman - Aye Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Ulfelder, second: Freiman)
Amend traffic regulations as follows: Amend Schedule One, no parking the location is Rice Street, the side is west from Payne Street to Washington Street
To amend traffic regulations as follows: Amend Schedule One, no parking the location is Rice Street, the side is west from Payne Street to Washington Street
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Mr. Ulfelder and seconded by Ms. Freiman the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to amend traffic regulations as follows: Amend Schedule One, no parking the location is Rice Street, the side is west from Payne Street to Washington Street. The new time will now be 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Aufranc -Aye Freiman - Aye Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Ulfelder, second: Freiman)
Call a Special Town Meeting to be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 7:00 pm at the Wellesley High School located at 50 Rice Street and to set the following dates: Open the Warrant - Tuesday,...
To call a Special Town Meeting to be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 7:00 pm at the Wellesley High School located at 50 Rice Street and to set the following dates: Open the Warrant - Tuesday, August 20, 2024 Close the Warrant - Friday, August 23, 2024, at 12:00 pm Motions due to the Select Board Office - Friday, September 13, 2024, at 5:00 pm
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Mr. Ulfelder and seconded by Ms. Freiman the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to call a Special Town Meeting to be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 7:00 pm at the Wellesley High School located at 50 Rice Street and to set the following dates: Open the Warrant - Tuesday, August 20, 2024 Close the Warrant - Friday, August 23, 2024, at 12:00 pm Motions due to the Select Board Office - Friday, September 13, 2024, at 5:00 pm Aufranc -Aye Freiman - Aye Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Discuss Draft Warrant Assessor Ellen Muller, Acceptance of MGL.c.59 Sect. 5 (54) Small Personal Property Exemption Chief Assessor Ellen Muller and Board of Assessor's Chair Steve Mahoney joined the meeting..” (Motion: Ulfelder, second: Freiman)
Approve the first amendment to employment agreement between the Town of Wellesley and Meghan Jop
To approve the first amendment to employment agreement between the Town of Wellesley and Meghan Jop
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Mr. Ulfelder and seconded by Ms. Freiman the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the first amendment to employment agreement between the Town of Wellesley and Meghan Jop. Aufranc -Aye Freiman - Aye Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Ulfelder, second: Freiman)
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