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Westford Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting

June 12, 2018

21 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Scott Hazelton, Andrea Peraner-Sweet, Mark Kost, Elizabeth Almeida, Tom Clay

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Public Hearing

Open the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO OPEN the Public Hearing.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO OPEN the Public Hearing..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Kost)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Earth Removal Permit to MJJ Holdings, LLC. for the removal of approximately 1,900 cubic yards of earthen material from 77 Endmoor Road in connection with the construction of a...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the Earth Removal Permit to MJJ Holdings, LLC. for the removal of approximately 1,900 cubic yards of earthen material from 77 Endmoor Road in connection with the construction of a single-family residential dwelling, subject to suggested conditions of approval as outlined in this memorandum as amended by Selectman Peraner-Sweet.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the Earth Removal Permit to MJJ Holdings, LLC. for the removal of approximately 1,900 cubic yards of earthen material from 77 Endmoor Road in connection with the construction of a single-family residential dwelling, subject to suggested conditions of approval as outlined in this memorandum as amended by Selectman Peraner-Sweet..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Kost)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Diner, 6 Carlisle Road, to Sal Buonacoreof Paul's Diner Co. Inc.

Approve the request for a common victualler license for Paul's Diner Co, Inc. located at 6 Carlisle Place

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Kost, seconded by Selectman Peraner-Sweet and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the request for a common victualler license for Paul's Diner Co, Inc. located at 6 Carlisle Place.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Kost, seconded by Selectman Peraner-Sweet and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the request for a common victualler license for Paul's Diner Co, Inc. located at 6 Carlisle Place..” (Motion: Kost, second: Peraner-Sweet)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

The Roudenbush Community Center, 65 Main Street

Approve the installation of a memorial in honor of Rajiv Paluri at the St. Onge Playground at the Whitney Field

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the installation of a memorial in honor of Rajiv Paluri at the St. Onge Playground at the Whitney Field.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the installation of a memorial in honor of Rajiv Paluri at the St. Onge Playground at the Whitney Field..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Conservation Commission, Pursuant to MGL, Chapter 40, Section 8C

Accept the Open Space Deed from Quality Green Homes, LLC to the Town of Westford, acting by and through the Conservation Commission, pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 8c

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO ACCEPT the Open Space Deed from Quality Green Homes, LLC to the Town of Westford, acting by and through the Conservation Commission, pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 8c.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO ACCEPT the Open Space Deed from Quality Green Homes, LLC to the Town of Westford, acting by and through the Conservation Commission, pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 8c..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Clay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Old/New Business

Approve the contract with Context Architecture for the initial design and permitting services of the new town center building at 51 Main Street in the amount of $200,000

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the contract with Context Architecture for the initial design and permitting services of the new town center building at 51 Main Street in the amount of $200,000.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the contract with Context Architecture for the initial design and permitting services of the new town center building at 51 Main Street in the amount of $200,000..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Clay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the contract with Context Architecture for an amendment for additional services for permitting and construction services for the new Fire Station in the amount of $67,395

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the contract with Context Architecture for an amendment for additional services for permitting and construction services for the new Fire Station in the amount of $67,395.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the contract with Context Architecture for an amendment for additional services for permitting and construction services for the new Fire Station in the amount of $67,395..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Kost)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint Amy Erich to the Cultural Council with a term to expire June 30, 2020 3

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT Amy Erich to the Cultural Council with a term to expire June 30, 2020 3.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT Amy Erich to the Cultural Council with a term to expire June 30, 2020 3..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Appoint Eric Piper to the Energy Committee with a term to start July 1, 2018 and to expire June 30, 2021

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT Eric Piper to the Energy Committee with a term to start July 1, 2018 and to expire June 30, 2021.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT Eric Piper to the Energy Committee with a term to start July 1, 2018 and to expire June 30, 2021..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Appoint the following individuals with terms to begin July 1, 2018 and to end as noted

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT the following individuals with terms to begin July 1, 2018 and to end as noted.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT the following individuals with terms to begin July 1, 2018 and to end as noted..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Appoint the members as listed to the Commission on Disability with terms as noted

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Almeida, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT the members as listed to the Commission on Disability with terms as noted.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Almeida, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPOINT the members as listed to the Commission on Disability with terms as noted..” (Motion: Almeida, second: Clay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Direct the Town Manager to notify by certified letter, the owner of 5 Koala Bear Lane, that the section of fence that is in the town's right-of-way must be removed by June 30, 2018, in accordance...

Minutes, page 7

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO DIRECT the Town Manager to notify by certified letter, the owner of 5 Koala Bear Lane, that the section of fence that is in the town's right-of-way must be removed by June 30, 2018, in accordance with the Board of Selectmen order on March 20, 2018.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO DIRECT the Town Manager to notify by certified letter, the owner of 5 Koala Bear Lane, that the section of fence that is in the town's right-of-way must be removed by June 30, 2018, in accordance with the Board of Selectmen order on March 20, 2018..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Consent Agenda

Approve the Consent Agenda, subject to all public safety recommendations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the Consent Agenda, subject to all public safety recommendations.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the Consent Agenda, subject to all public safety recommendations..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Sepcial Town Meeting - Monday, October 15, 2018

Open the October 15, 2018 Special Town Meeting warrant

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO OPEN the October 15, 2018 Special Town Meeting warrant.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO OPEN the October 15, 2018 Special Town Meeting warrant..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Kost)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve the Regular Session minutes of April 24, 2018, May 8, 2018 and May 22, 2018

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the Regular Session minutes of April 24, 2018, May 8, 2018 and May 22, 2018.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the Regular Session minutes of April 24, 2018, May 8, 2018 and May 22, 2018..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Kost)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Not release the Executive Session minutes as listed

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO NOT RELEASE the Executive Session minutes as listed.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO NOT RELEASE the Executive Session minutes as listed..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Clay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Town Manager's Report

Accept a gift of $500 from the Westford Community Fund in partnership

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO ACCEPT a gift of $500 from the Westford Community Fund in partnership

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO ACCEPT a gift of $500 from the Westford Community Fund in partnership.” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Clay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Approve the contracts as listed

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the contracts as listed.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Kost and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the contracts as listed..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Kost)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Approve the purchase orders as listed

Minutes, page 10

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the purchase orders as listed.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO APPROVE the purchase orders as listed..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Correspondence

Waive the reading of the list of correspondence

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO WAIVE the reading of the list of correspondence.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Clay and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO WAIVE the reading of the list of correspondence..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Clay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Adjournment

Adjourn at 10:11 pm

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO ADJOURN at 10:11 pm.

From the minutes

“It was moved by Selectman Peraner-Sweet, seconded by Selectman Almeida and VOTED 5 IN FAVOR TO ADJOURN at 10:11 pm..” (Motion: Peraner-Sweet, second: Almeida)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

From the Westford Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s document archive (“View all meeting minutes” on the Select Board page) and, for recent meetings, 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 town’s website has only an unnamed group photo): League of Women Voters of Westford Voters’ Guides — Chris Barrett, Tom Clay and Elizabeth Sawyer (2026); Sean Kelly and Noëlle Donovan (2025). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.

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