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July 12, 2021
8 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: John Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2021 Fall PMC Kids Ride- October 3, 2021
Approve the 13th Annual Pan-Mass Challenge Kids Ride scheduled for Sunday, October 3, 2021, from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Martha Jones School, contingent upon approval from the Board of Health...
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the 13th Annual Pan-Mass Challenge Kids Ride scheduled for Sunday, October 3, 2021, from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Martha Jones School, contingent upon approval from the Board of Health and other necessary permits from the Building Department.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the 13th Annual Pan-Mass Challenge Kids Ride scheduled for Sunday, October 3, 2021, from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Martha Jones School, contingent upon approval from the Board of Health and other necessary permits from the Building Department. R. Gotti Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
iSTEAM Pilot Program Grant- Recreation Department
Accept the Inclusive STEAM Social Skills Program (iSTEAM) Grant of $10,000, as awarded to the Westwood Recreation Department from the Foundation for Westwood Education
J. Hickey moved that the Select Board accept the Inclusive STEAM Social Skills Program (iSTEAM) Grant of $10,000, as awarded to the Westwood Recreation Department from the Foundation for Westwood Education.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Select Board accept the Inclusive STEAM Social Skills Program (iSTEAM) Grant of $10,000, as awarded to the Westwood Recreation Department from the Foundation for Westwood Education. R. Gotti Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
Dana-Farber (DFCI) Proposed Proton Therapy Facility- update
Authorize town staff and Special Town Counsel to negotiate a Community Services Agreement with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for the Board's future consideration. Such negotiation to include the...
J. Hickey moved that the Select Board authorize town staff and Special Town Counsel to negotiate a Community Services Agreement with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for the Board's future consideration. Such negotiation to include the issues and comments offered by the Board this evening, including specifically the terms of the agreement and consideration from the Dedham Westwood Water District.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Select Board authorize town staff and Special Town Counsel to negotiate a Community Services Agreement with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for the Board's future consideration. Such negotiation to include the issues and comments offered by the Board this evening, including specifically the terms of the agreement and consideration from the Dedham Westwood Water District. R. Gotti Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, aye. M. Walsh clarified the Board is not agreeing to the Community Services Agreement (CSA), but is agreeing to continue research and negotiations of the CSA with Dana Farber. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
FY21 Year End Close
Approve the transfer of $100,000 from the Select Board Reserve Account for the Wentworth Hall Furniture account, so that the new building will be fully furnished upon opening
J. Hickey moved that the Select Board approve the transfer of $100,000 from the Select Board Reserve Account for the Wentworth Hall Furniture account, so that the new building will be fully furnished upon opening.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Select Board approve the transfer of $100,000 from the Select Board Reserve Account for the Wentworth Hall Furniture account, so that the new building will be fully furnished upon opening. R. Gotti Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
Police, AFL-CIO, Local 174
Sign a Memorandum of Agreement for a one-year contract, for the period of July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021, with the Westwood Police Association, Massachusetts Coalition of Police, AFL-CIO, Local 174
J. Hickey moved that the Select Board sign a Memorandum of Agreement for a one-year contract, for the period of July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021, with the Westwood Police Association, Massachusetts Coalition of Police, AFL-CIO, Local 174.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Select Board sign a Memorandum of Agreement for a one-year contract, for the period of July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021, with the Westwood Police Association, Massachusetts Coalition of Police, AFL-CIO, Local 174. R. Gotti Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
Appointments and Re-appointments of Boards and Committees
Appoint Elizabeth Nicosia as a Member to the Westwood Cultural Council for a term to expire on June 30, 2024
J. Hickey moved that the Select Board appoint Elizabeth Nicosia as a Member to the Westwood Cultural Council for a term to expire on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Select Board appoint Elizabeth Nicosia as a Member to the Westwood Cultural Council for a term to expire on June 30, 2024. R. Gotti Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
Appoint Linda Walsh as a Member and Sean Coffey as an Associate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals, for terms to expire on June 30, 2024
J. Hickey moved that the Select Board appoint Linda Walsh as a Member and Sean Coffey as an Associate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals, for terms to expire on June 30, 2024.
Yes: Gotti, HickeyAbstained: Walsh
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Select Board appoint Linda Walsh as a Member and Sean Coffey as an Associate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals, for terms to expire on June 30, 2024. R. Gotti Seconded. M. Walsh Abstained. Vote 2-0-1. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, abstained. M. Walsh rejoined the meeting at 6:55 pm. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Robert Gotti ABSTAIN: Michael Walsh.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
Regular Meeting Minutes- June 21, 2021
Approve the June 21, 2021 meeting minutes as written
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the June 21, 2021 meeting minutes as written.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the June 21, 2021 meeting minutes as written. R. Gotti Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
From the Westwood Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s iQM2 meeting portal. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings (her 2022 candidacy announcement, via Westwood Minute), Joseph Previtera (his 2023 candidacy announcement, via Westwood Minute), Erin Sibley (erinsibley.com), Westwood Minute (Robert Gotti, 2021 candidate profile) and the Massachusetts Municipal Association (Michael Walsh, 2022). No photos yet for former members John Hickey and Nancy Hyde.
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