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May 13, 2025
11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Joseph Previtera
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Discussion/Vote on Zoning Board Appeal Settlement
Accept and sign the Settlement Agreement for the purpose of resolving the Zoning Board appeal regarding Fire Station One and further move that we post the settlement agreement on the town website....
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board accept and sign the Settlement Agreement for the purpose of resolving the Zoning Board appeal regarding Fire Station One and further move that we post the settlement agreement on the town website. M. LeBlanc Cummings accepted the friendly amendment for the attorneys to sign (electronic or wet) the agreement.
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board accept and sign the Settlement Agreement for the purpose of resolving the Zoning Board appeal regarding Fire Station One and further move that we post the settlement agreement on the town website. M. LeBlanc Cummings accepted the friendly amendment for the attorneys to sign (electronic or wet) the agreement. R. Gotti seconded the motion as amended. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
2025 Annual Town Meeting Article Discussion/potential vote on any changes
Authorize Town Counsel to discuss with the Town Moderator on how to properly dispose of Warrant Article 15, such that it results in no Town Meeting action. R. Gotti
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board authorize Town Counsel to discuss with the Town Moderator on how to properly dispose of Warrant Article 15, such that it results in no Town Meeting action. R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board authorize Town Counsel to discuss with the Town Moderator on how to properly dispose of Warrant Article 15, such that it results in no Town Meeting action. R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
Change of Manager, RBSBW Inc. d/b/a Roche Bros. Supermarkets, 338 Washington Street
Approve Michael Pedranti as the Manager of Record, at Roche Brothers Supermarkets pending Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select...
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board approve Michael Pedranti as the Manager of Record, at Roche Brothers Supermarkets pending Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to the added to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification form. R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board approve Michael Pedranti as the Manager of Record, at Roche Brothers Supermarkets pending Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to the added to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification form. R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
Grant approval to Bryan Parkin, being named Manager of Record at Bar Cino pending Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to...
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board grant approval to Bryan Parkin, being named Manager of Record at Bar Cino pending Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to the added to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification form. R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board grant approval to Bryan Parkin, being named Manager of Record at Bar Cino pending Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval, and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to the added to the ABCC Licensing Authority Certification form. R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
24 Cedar Hill Drive and 36 Whitney Avenue - Right of First Refusal
Authorize 24 Cedar Hill Drive to be resold to an eligible buyer according to the terms of the deed rider. J. Previtera, seconded out of necessity. M. LeBlanc Cummings recused. Vote 2-0. R. Gotti,...
R. Gotti moved that the Select Board authorize 24 Cedar Hill Drive to be resold to an eligible buyer according to the terms of the deed rider. J. Previtera, seconded out of necessity. M. LeBlanc Cummings recused. Vote 2-0. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, recused. M. LeBlanc Cummings rejoined the meeting at 7:38 p.m.
Yes: Gotti, PreviteraMarianne LeBlanc Cummings stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“R. Gotti moved that the Select Board authorize 24 Cedar Hill Drive to be resold to an eligible buyer according to the terms of the deed rider. J. Previtera, seconded out of necessity. M. LeBlanc Cummings recused. Vote 2-0. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, recused. M. LeBlanc Cummings rejoined the meeting at 7:38 p.m. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: Robert Gotti, Board Member SECONDER:Joseph Previtera, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti RECUSED: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Gotti, second: Previtera)
Authorize 36 Whitney Avenue to be resold to an eligible buyer according to the terms of the deed rider and to make the resale contingent upon receipt of the anticipated Notice of Intent. M....
R. Gotti moved that the Select Board authorize 36 Whitney Avenue to be resold to an eligible buyer according to the terms of the deed rider and to make the resale contingent upon receipt of the anticipated Notice of Intent. M. LeBlanc Cummings,
From the minutes
“R. Gotti moved that the Select Board authorize 36 Whitney Avenue to be resold to an eligible buyer according to the terms of the deed rider and to make the resale contingent upon receipt of the anticipated Notice of Intent. M. LeBlanc Cummings, Seconded. Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Robert Gotti, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Gotti, second: Cummings)
Proprietary Bid Specifications
Designate the gypsum tile backer board as proprietary for bidding purposes, and for the Select Board Chair to sign the record of vote (wet or electronic signature). R. Gotti
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board vote to designate the gypsum tile backer board as proprietary for bidding purposes, and for the Select Board Chair to sign the record of vote (wet or electronic signature). R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board vote to designate the gypsum tile backer board as proprietary for bidding purposes, and for the Select Board Chair to sign the record of vote (wet or electronic signature). R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
Acceptance of Grant Award - Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program
Accept the FY2025 Firefighter Safety Grant Award of $9,427.00 and authorize the Town Administrator to sign the grant documents. R. Gotti
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board accept the FY2025 Firefighter Safety Grant Award of $9,427.00 and authorize the Town Administrator to sign the grant documents. R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board accept the FY2025 Firefighter Safety Grant Award of $9,427.00 and authorize the Town Administrator to sign the grant documents. R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
Sign and post the warrant for the June 3, 2025, Special Town Election Warrant, and for the Warrant to be posted by the Constables throughout town and online on the town website. R. Gotti
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board vote to sign and post the warrant for the June 3, 2025, Special Town Election Warrant, and for the Warrant to be posted by the Constables throughout town and online on the town website. R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board vote to sign and post the warrant for the June 3, 2025, Special Town Election Warrant, and for the Warrant to be posted by the Constables throughout town and online on the town website. R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
Appointments and Re-appointments of Boards and Committees
Appoint Andrew Solomon as a Member of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2027. R. Gotti
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board appoint Andrew Solomon as a Member of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2027. R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board appoint Andrew Solomon as a Member of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee for a term to expire on June 30, 2027. R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, second: Gotti)
Regular Meeting Minutes - March 24, 2025, and April 7, 2025
Approve the April 7, 2025, regular meeting minutes as written. R. Gotti
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board approve the April 7, 2025, regular meeting minutes as written. R. Gotti,
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved that the Select Board approve the April 7, 2025, regular meeting minutes as written. R. Gotti, Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Cummings, 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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