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February 25, 2019
11 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: John Hickey, Nancy Hyde, Michael Walsh
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appointment of Interim Town and Special Counsel
Appoint Thomas McCusker to serve as Interim Town Counsel for the Town of Westwood until the appointment of a new Town Counsel or June 30, 2019, whichever comes first; and moved to authorize the...
J. Hickey moved to appoint Thomas McCusker to serve as Interim Town Counsel for the Town of Westwood until the appointment of a new Town Counsel or June 30, 2019, whichever comes first; and moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the engagement letter with Daniel Bailey and Gareth Orsmond of Pierce Attwood Law Firm for the purpose of Interim Special Counsel until the appointment a new Town Counsel.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to appoint Thomas McCusker to serve as Interim Town Counsel for the Town of Westwood until the appointment of a new Town Counsel or June 30, 2019, whichever comes first; and moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the engagement letter with Daniel Bailey and Gareth Orsmond of Pierce Attwood Law Firm for the purpose of Interim Special Counsel until the appointment a new Town Counsel. 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)
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza - Change in Officers (Treasurer)
Approve the Change in Officers - Treasurer and LLC Manager to Rebekah Cooksey for Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza at 119 University Avenue
J. Hickey moved to approve the Change in Officers - Treasurer and LLC Manager to Rebekah Cooksey for Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza at 119 University Avenue.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to approve the Change in Officers - Treasurer and LLC Manager to Rebekah Cooksey for Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza at 119 University Avenue. 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)
Aid to the Elderly - Request of Matching Funds
Approve the transfer of $55,000 from the Select Board's Reserve Account to match the donations collected for FY19 Aid to the Elderly Fund
J. Hickey moved to approve the transfer of $55,000 from the Select Board's Reserve Account to match the donations collected for FY19 Aid to the Elderly Fund.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to approve the transfer of $55,000 from the Select Board's Reserve Account to match the donations collected for FY19 Aid to the Elderly Fund. 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)
Massachusetts School Building Authority - Feasibility Study Agreement
To: 1. Authorize Michael Walsh to sign as Chair of the Board of Selectmen (legal name) 2. Authorize Tom McCusker to sign the Legal Counsel Certification confirming the Board of Selectmen as the...
J. Hickey moved to: 1. Authorize Michael Walsh to sign as Chair of the Board of Selectmen (legal name) 2. Authorize Tom McCusker to sign the Legal Counsel Certification confirming the Board of Selectmen as the Chief Executive Officers and affirming the Charter and Bylaws authorize the Board to sign such documents 3. Directed the Town Administrator's Office send all items requested of MSBA including the signed Feasibility Study Agreement and Legal Counsel Certification.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to: 1. Authorize Michael Walsh to sign as Chair of the Board of Selectmen (legal name) 2. Authorize Tom McCusker to sign the Legal Counsel Certification confirming the Board of Selectmen as the Chief Executive Officers and affirming the Charter and Bylaws authorize the Board to sign such documents 3. Directed the Town Administrator's Office send all items requested of MSBA including the signed Feasibility Study Agreement and Legal Counsel Certification. 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)
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Discussion
To: 1. Support the TIF Warrant Article to affirm the Board's authority to enter into Tax Increment Financing Agreements and Special Tax Assessments with property owners at University Station as a...
N. Hyde moved to: 1. Support the TIF Warrant Article to affirm the Board's authority to enter into Tax Increment Financing Agreements and Special Tax Assessments with property owners at University Station as a tool to attract commercial development; further 2. To approve and sign the proposed Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Tax Increment Financing for a 100,000 Square Foot Office Building at University Avenue for Citizens; and 3. To direct town staff and Special Town Counsel to negotiate and prepare a formal TIF Agreement with Citizens to be executed April 30, 2019, which will be held in escrow pending Town Meeting approval of the TIF warrant article.
Yes: Hyde, WalshNo: Hickey
From the minutes
“N. Hyde moved to: 1. Support the TIF Warrant Article to affirm the Board's authority to enter into Tax Increment Financing Agreements and Special Tax Assessments with property owners at University Station as a tool to attract commercial development; further 2. To approve and sign the proposed Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Tax Increment Financing for a 100,000 Square Foot Office Building at University Avenue for Citizens; and 3. To direct town staff and Special Town Counsel to negotiate and prepare a formal TIF Agreement with Citizens to be executed April 30, 2019, which will be held in escrow pending Town Meeting approval of the TIF warrant article. M. Walsh Seconded. Vote: 2-1; J. Hickey opposed. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member SECONDER:Michael F. Walsh, Board Member AYES: Michael F. Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde NAYS: John M. Hickey.” (Motion: Hyde, second: Walsh)
Bubbling Brook - Approval of Seasonal CV License
Approve and renew the CV license for Bubbling Brook Restaurant for its 2019 season, contingent upon completion of satisfactory inspections with Town Departments
J. Hickey moved to approve and renew the CV license for Bubbling Brook Restaurant for its 2019 season, contingent upon completion of satisfactory inspections with Town Departments.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to approve and renew the CV license for Bubbling Brook Restaurant for its 2019 season, contingent upon completion of satisfactory inspections with Town Departments. 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)
Review Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
To: 1. Refer the proposed discontinuance to the planning board for a report under G.L. c. 41, § 81I; further
J. Hickey moved to: 1. Refer the proposed discontinuance to the planning board for a report under G.L. c. 41, § 81I; further
Yes: Hickey, WalshNancy Hyde stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to: 1. Refer the proposed discontinuance to the planning board for a report under G.L. c. 41, § 81I; further M. Walsh Seconded. Vote: 2-0-1; N. Hyde not present 2. To direct special town counsel to prepare a notice of discontinuance for execution by the Board and for recording at the registry of deeds in the event the town votes to discontinue the Surplus Layout. M. Walsh Seconded. Vote: 2-0-1; N. Hyde not present RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Michael F. Walsh, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael F. Walsh RECUSED: Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Walsh)
Remove articles titled "Road Improvement - Chapter 90 Funds" authorize the Town Administrator to send a memorandum to the Finance and Warrant Commission informing it of the decision
J. Hickey moved to remove articles titled "Road Improvement - Chapter 90 Funds" authorize the Town Administrator to send a memorandum to the Finance and Warrant Commission informing it of the decision.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to remove articles titled "Road Improvement - Chapter 90 Funds" authorize the Town Administrator to send a memorandum to the Finance and Warrant Commission informing it of the decision. 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)
Westwood Media Center Transfer of Funds
Approve the transfer of $20,317.09, $3,250.62 from Comcast and $45,923.86 and $17,427.60 from Verizon totaling $86,919.17 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media...
N. Hyde moved to approve the transfer of $20,317.09, $3,250.62 from Comcast and $45,923.86 and $17,427.60 from Verizon totaling $86,919.17 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board.
From the minutes
“N. Hyde moved to approve the transfer of $20,317.09, $3,250.62 from Comcast and $45,923.86 and $17,427.60 from Verizon totaling $86,919.17 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board. J. Hickey Seconded. Unanimous Vote: 3-0 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)
Release Executive Session Minutes
Release the following Executive Session minutes: February 22, 2016, Issue 2 March 14, 2016, Issue 1 August 22, 2016, Issue 2 October 3, 2016, Issue 1 November 28, 2016, Issue 1 ...
J. Hickey moved to release the following Executive Session minutes: February 22, 2016, Issue 2 March 14, 2016, Issue 1 August 22, 2016, Issue 2 October 3, 2016, Issue 1 November 28, 2016, Issue 1 April 11, 2017, Issue 2 September 11, 2017, Issue 4 October 16, 2017, Issue 2 December 18, 2017, Issue 1
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to release the following Executive Session minutes: February 22, 2016, Issue 2 March 14, 2016, Issue 1 August 22, 2016, Issue 2 October 3, 2016, Issue 1 November 28, 2016, Issue 1 April 11, 2017, Issue 2 September 11, 2017, Issue 4 October 16, 2017, Issue 2 December 18, 2017, Issue 1 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)
TopGolf Appeal
Authorize the Town Administrator and Special Counsel to prepare a formal Settlement Agreement with New England Development (NED) related to the appeal of the Special Permit issued for the proposed...
J. Hickey moved to authorize the Town Administrator and Special Counsel to prepare a formal Settlement Agreement with New England Development (NED) related to the appeal of the Special Permit issued for the proposed TopGolf facility to be located on Dedham Street in Canton, MA.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to authorize the Town Administrator and Special Counsel to prepare a formal Settlement Agreement with New England Development (NED) related to the appeal of the Special Permit issued for the proposed TopGolf facility to be located on Dedham Street in Canton, MA. 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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