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August 18, 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
Entertainment License, and Change of Manager of Record
Approve Florida Coal Fired Pizza, LLC., d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza for a new Section 12 All Alcohol Common Victualler License and Entertainment License pending the following: issuance of a...
A. J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve Florida Coal Fired Pizza, LLC., d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza for a new Section 12 All Alcohol Common Victualler License and Entertainment License pending the following: issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy by the Building Department and approval from the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission (ABBC). In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to Florida Coal Fired Pizza, LLC., d/b/a Anthony Coal Fired Pizza's Section 12 All Alcohol Common Victualler License, Entertainment License, ABCC Local Licensing Authority Form and the letter to the ABCC confirming no alcohol license transfers in Westwood.
From the minutes
“A. J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve Florida Coal Fired Pizza, LLC., d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza for a new Section 12 All Alcohol Common Victualler License and Entertainment License pending the following: issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy by the Building Department and approval from the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission (ABBC). In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to Florida Coal Fired Pizza, LLC., d/b/a Anthony Coal Fired Pizza's Section 12 All Alcohol Common Victualler License, Entertainment License, ABCC Local Licensing Authority Form and the letter to the ABCC confirming no alcohol license transfers in Westwood. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. B. J. Previtera moved the Select Board approve Timothy Farrell as the Manager of Record at Florida Coal Fired Pizza, LLC., d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, 119 University Avenue. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. Motion to Close the Public Hearing J. Previtera moved to close the August 18, 2025, Public Hearing, new Section 12 All Alcohol Common Victualler License, Entertainment License, and Change for the Manager of Record, for Florida Coal Fired Pizza, LLC., d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, 119 University Avenue. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
New Common Victualler License
Approve JUICYGREENS INC., d/b/a JUICYGREENS for a new Common Victualler (CV) License at 305 Washington Street, pending the issuance of a food permit from the Health Department and Public Safety...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve JUICYGREENS INC., d/b/a JUICYGREENS for a new Common Victualler (CV) License at 305 Washington Street, pending the issuance of a food permit from the Health Department and Public Safety inspections. In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to the Common Victualler License.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve JUICYGREENS INC., d/b/a JUICYGREENS for a new Common Victualler (CV) License at 305 Washington Street, pending the issuance of a food permit from the Health Department and Public Safety inspections. In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to the Common Victualler License. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. Motion to Close the Public Hearing J. Previtera moved to close the August 18, 2025, Public Hearing, New Common Victualler License, for JUICYGREENS INC., d/b/a JUICYGREENS, 305 Washington Street. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Approve the Change of Hours request for Chipotle Mexican Grill, LLC., d/b/a Chipotle Mexican Grill, 217 University Avenue. In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the Change of Hours request for Chipotle Mexican Grill, LLC., d/b/a Chipotle Mexican Grill, 217 University Avenue. In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to the Common Victualler License.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the Change of Hours request for Chipotle Mexican Grill, LLC., d/b/a Chipotle Mexican Grill, 217 University Avenue. In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to the Common Victualler License. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
and Wine License, Greek Fest 2025
Grant approval to Father George Kamberidis on behalf of St. Mark's for a One Day/Special Beer and Wine License to serve alcohol on Saturday September 6, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board to grant approval to Father George Kamberidis on behalf of St. Mark's for a One Day/Special Beer and Wine License to serve alcohol on Saturday September 6, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the time to set up and remove alcohol from the premises from 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025, through Monday, September 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., pending public safety inspections, food permit issuance, and tent inspection. In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to the One Day Special Beer and Wine License.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board to grant approval to Father George Kamberidis on behalf of St. Mark's for a One Day/Special Beer and Wine License to serve alcohol on Saturday September 6, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the time to set up and remove alcohol from the premises from 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025, through Monday, September 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., pending public safety inspections, food permit issuance, and tent inspection. In addition, authorize affixing of the Select Board electronic signatures to the One Day Special Beer and Wine License. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Street
Approve the amendment to the Traffic Rules and Orders, specifically Schedule 03- Isolated Stop Signs, for two additional stop signs added to the intersection of Willow Street and Colburn Street,...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the amendment to the Traffic Rules and Orders, specifically Schedule 03- Isolated Stop Signs, for two additional stop signs added to the intersection of Willow Street and Colburn Street, making it a three-way stop intersection.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the amendment to the Traffic Rules and Orders, specifically Schedule 03- Isolated Stop Signs, for two additional stop signs added to the intersection of Willow Street and Colburn Street, making it a three-way stop intersection. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Discuss/Vote to Adopt Revised Personnel Policies
Adopt the revised Personnel Policies
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to adopt the revised Personnel Policies.
Yes: Cummings, GottiNo: Previtera
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to adopt the revised Personnel Policies. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. J. Previtera, nay. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. Vote 2-1. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings NAYS: Joseph Previtera.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Westwood Media Center Transfer of Funds
Approve the transfer of $46,859.33 from Comcast, as well as $37,316.23 from Verizon totaling $84,175.56 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the transfer of $46,859.33 from Comcast, as well as $37,316.23 from Verizon totaling $84,175.56 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the transfer of $46,859.33 from Comcast, as well as $37,316.23 from Verizon totaling $84,175.56 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Appoint Interim Town Administrator, Molly Fitzpatrick, to serve as the Representative on the West Suburban Veterans' District Board, and Human Services Director, Danielle Sutton to serve as the...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board appoint Interim Town Administrator, Molly Fitzpatrick, to serve as the Representative on the West Suburban Veterans' District Board, and Human Services Director, Danielle Sutton to serve as the Alternate Representative.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board appoint Interim Town Administrator, Molly Fitzpatrick, to serve as the Representative on the West Suburban Veterans' District Board, and Human Services Director, Danielle Sutton to serve as the Alternate Representative. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Reduce the membership of the Westwood Historical Commission from seven (7) members to five (5) members, in accordance with MGL Chapter 40, Section 8D
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board reduce the membership of the Westwood Historical Commission from seven (7) members to five (5) members, in accordance with MGL Chapter 40, Section 8D.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board reduce the membership of the Westwood Historical Commission from seven (7) members to five (5) members, in accordance with MGL Chapter 40, Section 8D. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Appointments and Re-appointments of Boards and Committees
Reappoint/appoint the following individuals: 1. To re-appoint Stephen Springer to serve as the Town Perambulator for a term to expire on June 30, 2026. 2. To re-appoint Joan Murphy to serve on the...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to reappoint/appoint the following individuals: 1. To re-appoint Stephen Springer to serve as the Town Perambulator for a term to expire on June 30, 2026. 2. To re-appoint Joan Murphy to serve on the Westwood Cultural Council for a term to expire on June 30, 2028. 3. To appoint Renana Kehoe and Jane Hart to serve on the Westwood Cultural Council for terms to expire on June 30, 2028. 4. To appoint Kate Scales to serve on the Youth and Family Advisory Board for a term to expire on June 30, 2026. 5. To appoint John Carey and Aline Ricketson to serve on the Youth and Family Services Advisory Board with terms to expire on June 30, 2027. 6. To appoint Robert Sulprizio (Westwood Police Department) as an Ex-Officio Member on the Youth and Family Services Advisory Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to reappoint/appoint the following individuals: 1. To re-appoint Stephen Springer to serve as the Town Perambulator for a term to expire on June 30, 2026. 2. To re-appoint Joan Murphy to serve on the Westwood Cultural Council for a term to expire on June 30, 2028. 3. To appoint Renana Kehoe and Jane Hart to serve on the Westwood Cultural Council for terms to expire on June 30, 2028. 4. To appoint Kate Scales to serve on the Youth and Family Advisory Board for a term to expire on June 30, 2026. 5. To appoint John Carey and Aline Ricketson to serve on the Youth and Family Services Advisory Board with terms to expire on June 30, 2027. 6. To appoint Robert Sulprizio (Westwood Police Department) as an Ex-Officio Member on the Youth and Family Services Advisory Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2026. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Regular Meeting Minutes - June 23, 2025, and July 9, 2025
Approve the June 23, 2025, regular meeting minutes
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the June 23, 2025, regular meeting minutes.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the June 23, 2025, regular meeting minutes. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the July 9, 2025, regular meeting minutes. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
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