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November 5, 2018
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: John Hickey, Nancy Hyde, Michael Walsh
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Hearing - Prime Porsche - One Day License
Approve a one-day, wine and malt beverages licenses for the Porsche Westwood event. (3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - set up and break down.)
J. Hickey moved to approve a one-day, wine and malt beverages licenses for the Porsche Westwood event. (3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - set up and break down.)
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to approve a one-day, wine and malt beverages licenses for the Porsche Westwood event. (3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - set up and break down.) N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Public Hearing - Change in Ownership - Smashburger
Grant approval of a Common Victualler license with Wine and Malt Alcohol Beverage license for Smashburger contingent upon final ABCC approval
J. Hickey moved grant approval of a Common Victualler license with Wine and Malt Alcohol Beverage license for Smashburger contingent upon final ABCC approval.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved grant approval of a Common Victualler license with Wine and Malt Alcohol Beverage license for Smashburger contingent upon final ABCC approval. N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Public Hearing - Tax Classification
Continue the Public Hearing for Tax Classification to the next Board Meeting on November 26, 2018 at 7:30PM
J. Hickey moved to continue the Public Hearing for Tax Classification to the next Board Meeting on November 26, 2018 at 7:30PM.
The minutes record the result as "Continued".
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to continue the Public Hearing for Tax Classification to the next Board Meeting on November 26, 2018 at 7:30PM. N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS] Next: 11/26/2018 7:30 PM MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Local Action Unit - Westwood Place
Approve the Local Action Unit application, authorize the Chair to issue the requisite Signature of Support, and permit Pulte and JWO Consultant Services to submit the application to DHCD for its...
J. Hickey moved approve the Local Action Unit application, authorize the Chair to issue the requisite Signature of Support, and permit Pulte and JWO Consultant Services to submit the application to DHCD for its final approval.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved approve the Local Action Unit application, authorize the Chair to issue the requisite Signature of Support, and permit Pulte and JWO Consultant Services to submit the application to DHCD for its final approval. N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Announce Health Directors Retirement
Authorize posting and filling of the Health Director position and that the Community and Economic Development Director and Board of Health work with the Human Resource Director and the Town...
J. Hickey moved to authorize posting and filling of the Health Director position and that the Community and Economic Development Director and Board of Health work with the Human Resource Director and the Town Administrator to recruit, screen and fill the position.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to authorize posting and filling of the Health Director position and that the Community and Economic Development Director and Board of Health work with the Human Resource Director and the Town Administrator to recruit, screen and fill the position. N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Extension of Hours Black Friday - November 23, 2018
Approve a One-day Permit for Extended Hours of Operation for Target located at 221 University Avenue on Friday, November 23, 2018 and make an administrative approval process for other one-day...
J. Hickey moved to approve a One-day Permit for Extended Hours of Operation for Target located at 221 University Avenue on Friday, November 23, 2018 and make an administrative approval process for other one-day extended hours permit(s) that may be forthcoming for Black Friday retailers after the Police Chief's review and conditions and a polling of the Town Administrator and Selectmen.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to approve a One-day Permit for Extended Hours of Operation for Target located at 221 University Avenue on Friday, November 23, 2018 and make an administrative approval process for other one-day extended hours permit(s) that may be forthcoming for Black Friday retailers after the Police Chief's review and conditions and a polling of the Town Administrator and Selectmen. N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Town Counsel Legal Services
Approve the following process for filling the Town Counsel vacancy: 1. Authorize the Town Administrator to initiate the process of putting together a screening committee and report back to the...
J. Hickey moved to approve the following process for filling the Town Counsel vacancy: 1. Authorize the Town Administrator to initiate the process of putting together a screening committee and report back to the Board on November 26, 2018 with a recommendation of individuals on the committee. 2. Appoint a screening committee to interview the candidates, individuals or small firms, for the position of town counsel, to recommend the terms of service that could be required and the most qualified candidates to the Selectmen for further consideration. 3. The Board to interview the recommended candidates/small firms for the position of town counsel and have the Town Administrator negotiates acceptable term to the town and the preferred candidate for a six-month probation period.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to approve the following process for filling the Town Counsel vacancy: 1. Authorize the Town Administrator to initiate the process of putting together a screening committee and report back to the Board on November 26, 2018 with a recommendation of individuals on the committee. 2. Appoint a screening committee to interview the candidates, individuals or small firms, for the position of town counsel, to recommend the terms of service that could be required and the most qualified candidates to the Selectmen for further consideration. 3. The Board to interview the recommended candidates/small firms for the position of town counsel and have the Town Administrator negotiates acceptable term to the town and the preferred candidate for a six-month probation period. N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Selection of Steering Committee Members
And Planning Board members appoint the following members to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2021. Jack Wiggin Kate Wynne Steve Olanoff Trevor Laubenstein...
J. Hickey moved that the Board of Selectmen and Planning Board members appoint the following members to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2021. Jack Wiggin Kate Wynne Steve Olanoff Trevor Laubenstein Janicia Midiri Tom Viti John Rogers Sheila Hanley Longval Charles Donahue Barbara Shea Phil Shapiro Peter Neville Linda Walsh Paula Jacobson Nancy Donahue Peter Kane Phil Eramo Pamela Kane
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Board of Selectmen and Planning Board members appoint the following members to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2021. Jack Wiggin Kate Wynne Steve Olanoff Trevor Laubenstein Janicia Midiri Tom Viti John Rogers Sheila Hanley Longval Charles Donahue Barbara Shea Phil Shapiro Peter Neville Linda Walsh Paula Jacobson Nancy Donahue Peter Kane Phil Eramo Pamela Kane N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Planning Board Associate Membership
Nominate Steve Olanoff as an associate member to the Planning Board
N. Hyde moved to nominate Steve Olanoff as an associate member to the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“N. Hyde moved to nominate Steve Olanoff as an associate member to the Planning Board. J. Hickey Seconded: 6-2 vote J. Hickey, aye D. Conant, no N. Hyde, aye B. Gorman, no M. Walsh, aye D. Atkins, aye M. McCusker, aye C. Pfaff, aye RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member SECONDER:John M. Hickey, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hyde, second: Hickey)
Local Action Units Regulatory Agreement - 321 Washington Street
Authorize the Chairman to execute the Amendment to the Regulatory Agreement for the affordable units at 321 Washington Street, and that the Chairman signs the 3 required hard copies of the Amendment
J. Hickey moved to authorize the Chairman to execute the Amendment to the Regulatory Agreement for the affordable units at 321 Washington Street, and that the Chairman signs the 3 required hard copies of the Amendment.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to authorize the Chairman to execute the Amendment to the Regulatory Agreement for the affordable units at 321 Washington Street, and that the Chairman signs the 3 required hard copies of the Amendment. N. Hyde Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
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