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August 22, 2022
8 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings
Absent: None
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License
Grant the following motions: 1. Approve Michael DiSarro as the Manager of Record for Neroli Mercato, and, 2. Approve Islington Market Group LLC. d/b/a Neroli Mercato for a new Section 15...
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board grant the following motions: 1. Approve Michael DiSarro as the Manager of Record for Neroli Mercato, and, 2. Approve Islington Market Group LLC. d/b/a Neroli Mercato for a new Section 15 Off-premise Wine and Malt License and Common Victualler License pending the following: • Final signoffs by Building, Fire, and Health Departments; • Management supplying the Licensing Agent with Safe Alcohol Service Certification cards (such as TIPS) for all staff that will sell, serve, or handle alcohol and a Manger In-House Training affidavit; • Alcohol Beverage Control Commission (ABBC) approval. 3. For the Select Board electronic signatures be affixed to the Neroli Mercato Common Victualler License, Section 15 License, and ABCC Local Licensing Authority Form. M. Leblanc Cummings,
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board grant the following motions: 1. Approve Michael DiSarro as the Manager of Record for Neroli Mercato, and, 2. Approve Islington Market Group LLC. d/b/a Neroli Mercato for a new Section 15 Off-premise Wine and Malt License and Common Victualler License pending the following: • Final signoffs by Building, Fire, and Health Departments; • Management supplying the Licensing Agent with Safe Alcohol Service Certification cards (such as TIPS) for all staff that will sell, serve, or handle alcohol and a Manger In-House Training affidavit; • Alcohol Beverage Control Commission (ABBC) approval. 3. For the Select Board electronic signatures be affixed to the Neroli Mercato Common Victualler License, Section 15 License, and ABCC Local Licensing Authority Form. M. Leblanc Cummings, Seconded. Unanimous vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Cummings)
Public Hearing - Neroli Restaurant - CV License and All Alcohol License
Grant the following motions: 1. Approve Michael DiSarro as the Manager of Record for Islington Restaurant Group LLC d/b/a Neroli. 2. Approve Islington Restaurant Group LLC d/b/a Neroli Restaurant...
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board grant the following motions: 1. Approve Michael DiSarro as the Manager of Record for Islington Restaurant Group LLC d/b/a Neroli. 2. Approve Islington Restaurant Group LLC d/b/a Neroli Restaurant for a new Section 12 All Alcohol & Common Victualler License pending the following: • Final signoffs by Building, Fire, and Health Departments; • Management supplies the Licensing agent with Safe Alcohol Service Certification cards (such as TIPS) for all staff that will sell, serve or handle alcohol and Manager In-House Training affidavit; • Alcohol Beverage Control Commission (ABBC) approval. 3. For the Select Board electronic signatures be affixed to the Neroli Section 12 License and the ABCC Local Licensing Authority Form. Public Comment: J. Previtera, 16 Dean Street, asked how many parking spaces are available for the restaurant. Mr. DiSarro stated there are 40 spots behind the building, spots in the municipal parking in the CVS/Wentworth Hall parking lot, and spots in the Morrison Park lot (this lot is the last option). In addition, the restaurant will be offering a free valet service. All of the parking options will be available on the restaurant's website. N. Loughnane noted that when the Planning Board reviewed the Islington Center Redevelopment Project, the Board approved the parking to be satisfactory for this use, with the condition that if the Building Commissioner notices over-parking on streets or neighborhoods, the Commissioner woul
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board grant the following motions: 1. Approve Michael DiSarro as the Manager of Record for Islington Restaurant Group LLC d/b/a Neroli. 2. Approve Islington Restaurant Group LLC d/b/a Neroli Restaurant for a new Section 12 All Alcohol & Common Victualler License pending the following: • Final signoffs by Building, Fire, and Health Departments; • Management supplies the Licensing agent with Safe Alcohol Service Certification cards (such as TIPS) for all staff that will sell, serve or handle alcohol and Manager In-House Training affidavit; • Alcohol Beverage Control Commission (ABBC) approval. 3. For the Select Board electronic signatures be affixed to the Neroli Section 12 License and the ABCC Local Licensing Authority Form. Public Comment: J. Previtera, 16 Dean Street, asked how many parking spaces are available for the restaurant. Mr. DiSarro stated there are 40 spots behind the building, spots in the municipal parking in the CVS/Wentworth Hall parking lot, and spots in the Morrison Park lot (this lot is the last option). In addition, the restaurant will be offering a free valet service. All of the parking options will be available on the restaurant's website. N. Loughnane noted that when the Planning Board reviewed the Islington Center Redevelopment Project, the Board approved the parking to be satisfactory for this use, with the condition that if the Building Commissioner notices over-parking on streets or neighborhoods, the Commissioner would work with the applicant to revise the seating. The Alcohol Review Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of the license. Motion continued: M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Cummings)
Special One Day License - Hale Education - Steam Kettle Music Festival
Approve a One Day/Special Beer & Wine License for September 10th to Hale Education, pending temporary food permit issuance and the condition to keep Carby Street and all other roads clear for fire...
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve a One Day/Special Beer & Wine License for September 10th to Hale Education, pending temporary food permit issuance and the condition to keep Carby Street and all other roads clear for fire and emergency vehicle access. In addition, authorize the electronic signature of the Clerk to be added to the Hale Education Special One-Day Beer and Wine License.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve a One Day/Special Beer & Wine License for September 10th to Hale Education, pending temporary food permit issuance and the condition to keep Carby Street and all other roads clear for fire and emergency vehicle access. In addition, authorize the electronic signature of the Clerk to be added to the Hale Education Special One-Day Beer and Wine License. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Cummings)
2022 Green Communities Grant - Acceptance of Funding
Accept the 2022 Green Communities Grant of $90,000 for LED lighting at the Sheehan Elementary School and an HVAC upgrade with air cleaning at the Thurston Middle School
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board accept the 2022 Green Communities Grant of $90,000 for LED lighting at the Sheehan Elementary School and an HVAC upgrade with air cleaning at the Thurston Middle School.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board accept the 2022 Green Communities Grant of $90,000 for LED lighting at the Sheehan Elementary School and an HVAC upgrade with air cleaning at the Thurston Middle School. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Cummings)
Submit an application for $1.1M in HVAC Systems work for the new Hanlon/Deerfield School to be applied to Westwood's restricted ARPA funding with Norfolk County
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board submit an application for $1.1M in HVAC Systems work for the new Hanlon/Deerfield School to be applied to Westwood's restricted ARPA funding with Norfolk County.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board submit an application for $1.1M in HVAC Systems work for the new Hanlon/Deerfield School to be applied to Westwood's restricted ARPA funding with Norfolk County. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Cummings)
Westwood Media Center Transfer of Funds
Approve the transfer of $50,173.10 from Comcast, as well as $41,619.78 from Verizon totaling $91,792.88 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements...
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the transfer of $50,173.10 from Comcast, as well as $41,619.78 from Verizon totaling $91,792.88 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board.
Yes: Gotti, WalshMarianne LeBlanc Cummings stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the transfer of $50,173.10 from Comcast, as well as $41,619.78 from Verizon totaling $91,792.88 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board. R. Gotti Seconded, out of necessity. M. LeBlanc Cummings recused. Vote 2-0. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, recused. M. LeBlanc Cummings rejoined the meeting at 6:46 pm. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti RECUSED: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Gotti)
Appointments and Re-appointments of Boards and Committees
Vote to reappoint/appoint individuals to various Boards/Committees as noted below. A. For the Select Board to remove Dottie Powers as an Ex-Officio on the Charter Review Committee and appoint her...
M. Walsh moved for the Select Board to vote to reappoint/appoint individuals to various Boards/Committees as noted below. A. For the Select Board to remove Dottie Powers as an Ex-Officio on the Charter Review Committee and appoint her as a Member on the Charter Review Committee with a term to expire on June 30, 2023. B. For the Select Board to appoint Elias Fares as a Member on the Conservation Commission with a term to expire on June 30, 2023. C. For the Select Board to appoint Tony Antonellis Sr. as a Member on the Council on Aging with a term to expire on June 30, 2025. D. For the Select Board to appoint Russell Agrusa and Douglas Obey as Election Officers with terms to expire on June 30, 2023. E. For the Select Board to appoint Westwood Police Officers Frank Baker and Steve Conley as Ex-Officio - Traffic/Safety Officers on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Committee with terms to expire on June 30, 2023. F. For the Select Board to appoint Katy Colthart as an Ex-Officio Member on the Youth and Family Services Advisory Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved for the Select Board to vote to reappoint/appoint individuals to various Boards/Committees as noted below. A. For the Select Board to remove Dottie Powers as an Ex-Officio on the Charter Review Committee and appoint her as a Member on the Charter Review Committee with a term to expire on June 30, 2023. B. For the Select Board to appoint Elias Fares as a Member on the Conservation Commission with a term to expire on June 30, 2023. C. For the Select Board to appoint Tony Antonellis Sr. as a Member on the Council on Aging with a term to expire on June 30, 2025. D. For the Select Board to appoint Russell Agrusa and Douglas Obey as Election Officers with terms to expire on June 30, 2023. E. For the Select Board to appoint Westwood Police Officers Frank Baker and Steve Conley as Ex-Officio - Traffic/Safety Officers on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Committee with terms to expire on June 30, 2023. F. For the Select Board to appoint Katy Colthart as an Ex-Officio Member on the Youth and Family Services Advisory Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2023. M. Leblanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Cummings)
Regular Meeting Minutes - August 1, 2022
Approve August 1, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes as written
M. Walsh moved for the Select Board to approve August 1, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes as written.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved for the Select Board to approve August 1, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes as written. M. Leblanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Cummings)
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