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February 28, 2022
10 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
Change in Manager Application - Smashburger
Approve the Change of Manager of Record for Smashburger from Israel Sullivan to Paul Comperchio, pending final Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval; and for the electronic...
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the Change of Manager of Record for Smashburger from Israel Sullivan to Paul Comperchio, pending final Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval; and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board be affixed to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification form.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the Change of Manager of Record for Smashburger from Israel Sullivan to Paul Comperchio, pending final Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval; and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board be affixed to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification form. 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)
Poet Laureate and Teen Poet Laureate Positions
Approve a Poet Laureate position and a Teen Poet Laureate position for the town; and for the Library Director, in collaboration with the Library Trustees and town staff, to recommend candidates...
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve a Poet Laureate position and a Teen Poet Laureate position for the town; and for the Library Director, in collaboration with the Library Trustees and town staff, to recommend candidates for appointment to the Selection Committee by the end of March 2022.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve a Poet Laureate position and a Teen Poet Laureate position for the town; and for the Library Director, in collaboration with the Library Trustees and town staff, to recommend candidates for appointment to the Selection Committee by the end of March 2022. 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)
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Remove Select Board-3, Acquisition of Real Property, from the 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to remove Select Board-3, Acquisition of Real Property, from the 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to remove Select Board-3, Acquisition of Real Property, from the 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. 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)
Defer the Gay Street Sidewalk Construction
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to defer the Gay Street Sidewalk Construction.
Yes: Gotti, HickeyNo: Walsh
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to defer the Gay Street Sidewalk Construction. R. Gotti Seconded. M. Walsh Nay. Vote 2-1. J. Hickey, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. Walsh, nay. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: John M. Hickey, Robert Gotti NAYS: Michael Walsh.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Gotti)
Pan Mass Challenge Kid's Ride - June 12, 2022
Approve the 13th Annual Pan Mass Challenge Kids Ride to be held on Sunday, June 12, 2022, pending approval from the School Department and obtaining the appropriate permits from the Town...
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the 13th Annual Pan Mass Challenge Kids Ride to be held on Sunday, June 12, 2022, pending approval from the School Department and obtaining the appropriate permits from the Town Administrator's Office, Board of Health, and Building Department.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the 13th Annual Pan Mass Challenge Kids Ride to be held on Sunday, June 12, 2022, pending approval from the School Department and obtaining the appropriate permits from the Town Administrator's Office, Board of Health, and 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)
Mutual Aid Opt-In Agreement- Public Safety
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Mutual Aid Opt-In Agreement (GL C. 40 §4J) allowing Public Safety to share resources, in support of any public safety incident
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Mutual Aid Opt-In Agreement (GL C. 40 §4J) allowing Public Safety to share resources, in support of any public safety incident.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Mutual Aid Opt-In Agreement (GL C. 40 §4J) allowing Public Safety to share resources, in support of any public safety incident. 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)
Authorization to Use Mitigation Funds - Fire Station Feasibility Study
Authorize the use of University Station mitigation funds to conduct a Feasibility Study of the Main Fire Station, Station One
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to authorize the use of University Station mitigation funds to conduct a Feasibility Study of the Main Fire Station, Station One.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to authorize the use of University Station mitigation funds to conduct a Feasibility Study of the Main Fire Station, Station One. 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)
Westwood Media Center Transfer of Funds
Approve the transfer of $47,542.87 from Comcast, as well as $57,920.83 from Verizon totaling $105,463.70 to Westwood Media Center, per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center...
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the transfer of $47,542.87 from Comcast, as well as $57,920.83 from Verizon totaling $105,463.70 to Westwood Media Center, per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the transfer of $47,542.87 from Comcast, as well as $57,920.83 from Verizon totaling $105,463.70 to Westwood Media Center, per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board. 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)
Regular Meeting Minutes - January 24, 2022
Approve the February 7, 2022, regular meeting minutes as presented
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the February 7, 2022, regular meeting minutes as presented.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the February 7, 2022, regular meeting minutes as presented. 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)
Regular Meeting Minutes- February 7, 2022
Approve the February 7, 2022, regular meeting minutes as presented
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the February 7, 2022, regular meeting minutes as presented.
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to approve the February 7, 2022, regular meeting minutes as presented. 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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