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December 5, 2022
9 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Michael Walsh, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings
Absent: None
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Norfolk Golf Club - Change of Officers Application
Approve the Change of Officers Application for Norfolk Golf Club for the 2023 License year, pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the...
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the Change of Officers Application for Norfolk Golf Club for the 2023 License year, pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to be affixed to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the Change of Officers Application for Norfolk Golf Club for the 2023 License year, pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to be affixed to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. P. Ahearn rejoined the meeting at 6:07 pm. 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)
Grant permission to Norfolk Golf Club for an extension of alcohol service to begin at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023, for their annual Mother's Day Brunch
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board grant permission to Norfolk Golf Club for an extension of alcohol service to begin at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023, for their annual Mother's Day Brunch.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board grant permission to Norfolk Golf Club for an extension of alcohol service to begin at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023, for their annual Mother's Day Brunch. 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)
Close December 5, 2022, Public Hearing for 2023 License Renewals
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board close December 5, 2022, Public Hearing for 2023 License Renewals.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board close December 5, 2022, Public Hearing for 2023 License Renewals. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. No public questions were received during the Public Hearing. 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)
3rd Quarter Capital - Release of Funds
Approve the release of the 3rd Quarter FY23 Capital totaling $330,000 to the various departments contingent upon all procurement procedures and checklists being fulfilled
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the release of the 3rd Quarter FY23 Capital totaling $330,000 to the various departments contingent upon all procurement procedures and checklists being fulfilled.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the release of the 3rd Quarter FY23 Capital totaling $330,000 to the various departments contingent upon all procurement procedures and checklists being fulfilled. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. Project 3rd Quarter Fire - Turnout Gear Purchase and Replacement $21,250 IS - End User Technology $18,750 Housing- WAHA Building Maintenance and Improvement $25,000 Police - Safety Equipment $15,000 Total Municipal $80,000 Schools - Network Project $250,000 Total Additional Capital $250,000 FY23 Total Third Quarter Capital Request $330,000 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)
Financial Update/FY24 Budget Overview
Authorize the Select Board Chair, Robert Gotti, on behalf of the Select Board, to submit a written request to Verizon New England, Inc. for the acquisition of a High-Definition PEG Access Channel,...
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board authorize the Select Board Chair, Robert Gotti, on behalf of the Select Board, to submit a written request to Verizon New England, Inc. for the acquisition of a High-Definition PEG Access Channel, and for the electronic signature of the Chair to be affixed to the letter.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board authorize the Select Board Chair, Robert Gotti, on behalf of the Select Board, to submit a written request to Verizon New England, Inc. for the acquisition of a High-Definition PEG Access Channel, and for the electronic signature of the Chair to be affixed to the letter. 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)
Open 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Open the Town Meeting Warrant for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and plan to close the Warrant at its first meeting in January 2023
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board open the Town Meeting Warrant for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and plan to close the Warrant at its first meeting in January 2023.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board open the Town Meeting Warrant for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and plan to close the Warrant at its first meeting in January 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)
Interim Town Treasurer - Appointed Term Extension
Appoint Phil Shapiro to serve as the Interim Town Treasurer, for the duration of the 2021 elected term, which will end on April 30, 2024, Annual Town Election
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board appoint Phil Shapiro to serve as the Interim Town Treasurer, for the duration of the 2021 elected term, which will end on April 30, 2024, Annual Town Election.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board appoint Phil Shapiro to serve as the Interim Town Treasurer, for the duration of the 2021 elected term, which will end on April 30, 2024, Annual Town Election. 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 $50,094.55 from Comcast, as well as $38,672.69 from Verizon totaling $88,767.24 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 $50,094.55 from Comcast, as well as $38,672.69 from Verizon totaling $88,767.24 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 $50,094.55 from Comcast, as well as $38,672.69 from Verizon totaling $88,767.24 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. Vote 2-0. M. Walsh, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, recused. M. LeBlanc Cummings rejoined the meeting at 6:47 p.m. 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)
Approve the November 21, 2022, regular meeting minutes as written
M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the November 21, 2022, regular meeting minutes as written.
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved that the Select Board approve the November 21, 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)
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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