MassVoter.com← Westwood Select BoardWestwood Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
December 8, 2025
16 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
A monthly email on what it voted on, starting in November.
Your Westwood ballot: 13 quizzes, about a minute each.
Start my ballot →Attendance
Present: Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Joseph Previtera
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2026 Pan Mass Challenge Kid's Ride - May 16, 2026
Approve the 17th Annual Pan Mass Challenge Kids Ride to be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, pending approval from the School Department; obtaining the appropriate permits from the Town...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board to approve the 17th Annual Pan Mass Challenge Kids Ride to be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, pending approval from the School Department; obtaining the appropriate permits from the Town Administrator's Office, Board of Health, and Building Department; and Public Safety review.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board to approve the 17th Annual Pan Mass Challenge Kids Ride to be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, pending approval from the School Department; obtaining the appropriate permits from the Town Administrator's Office, Board of Health, and Building Department; and Public Safety review. 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)
Public Hearing - Fuel Storage License, Seyon Group LLC./24M, 26 Dartmouth Street
Grant permission to The Seyon Group, LLC/24M for a fuel storage license at 26 Dartmouth Street, with the maximum quantities as outlined in the November 7, 2025 fuel storage license application....
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board grant permission to The Seyon Group, LLC/24M for a fuel storage license at 26 Dartmouth Street, with the maximum quantities as outlined in the November 7, 2025 fuel storage license application. Any changes that would exceed the approved fuel storage capacity must be reported to and approved by the Select Board. The Select Board held and duly posted the December 8, 2025, Public Hearing including notice to abutters. M. LeBlanc Cummings moved to make a friendly amendment to the motion to include revisions to the operations and maintenance plan, as discussed by the Board during the December 8, 2025, Select Board meeting, relative to the spill response plan, annual inspections, and notification to the Dedham Westwood Water District.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board grant permission to The Seyon Group, LLC/24M for a fuel storage license at 26 Dartmouth Street, with the maximum quantities as outlined in the November 7, 2025 fuel storage license application. Any changes that would exceed the approved fuel storage capacity must be reported to and approved by the Select Board. The Select Board held and duly posted the December 8, 2025, Public Hearing including notice to abutters. M. LeBlanc Cummings moved to make a friendly amendment to the motion to include revisions to the operations and maintenance plan, as discussed by the Board during the December 8, 2025, Select Board meeting, relative to the spill response plan, annual inspections, and notification to the Dedham Westwood Water District. J. Previtera seconded the friendly amendment. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. No public comment was received. Motion to Close the Public Hearing J. Previtera moved to close the December 8, 2025, Public Hearing for the Seyon Group, LLC, 24M, for a fuel storage license at 26 Dartmouth 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)
Change of Manager Application - RBSW Inc., d/b/a Roche Bros, 338 Washington Street
Approve Stephen Hohmann being named Manager of Record at RBSW Inc. d/b/a Roche Bros, pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval and for the electronic signatures of the Select...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve Stephen Hohmann being named Manager of Record at RBSW Inc. d/b/a Roche Bros, pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to be affixed to the ABCC Licensing Authority form.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve Stephen Hohmann being named Manager of Record at RBSW Inc. d/b/a Roche Bros, pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to be affixed to the ABCC Licensing Authority form. 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)
Change of Officers Application - Norfolk Golf Club, 166 East Street
Grant approval of the Change of Officers/Board Members application for Norfolk Golf Club for the 2026 license year pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval and for the...
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board grant approval of the Change of Officers/Board Members application for Norfolk Golf Club for the 2026 license year pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to be affixed to the Alcohol Beverages Control Commission Licensing Authority Certification.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board grant approval of the Change of Officers/Board Members application for Norfolk Golf Club for the 2026 license year pending Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) approval and for the electronic signatures of the Select Board to be affixed to the Alcohol Beverages Control Commission Licensing Authority Certification. 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
The Select grant permission to Norfolk Golf Club for an extension of alcohol service to begin at 10:00 a.m. on May 10, 2026 for the club's annual Mother's Day Brunch, contingent upon 2026 license...
J. Previtera moved that the Select grant permission to Norfolk Golf Club for an extension of alcohol service to begin at 10:00 a.m. on May 10, 2026 for the club's annual Mother's Day Brunch, contingent upon 2026 license approval.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select grant permission to Norfolk Golf Club for an extension of alcohol service to begin at 10:00 a.m. on May 10, 2026 for the club's annual Mother's Day Brunch, contingent upon 2026 license approval. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. Note: on December 8, 2025, the Select Board approved the 2026 Section 12 On-Premise All Alcohol Common Victualler license for Norfolk Golf Club, 166 East Street. 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)
calendar year
Take the following motions and for the electronic signatures of the Board to be affixed to the 2025 licenses
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board take the following motions and for the electronic signatures of the Board to be affixed to the 2025 licenses.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board take the following motions and for the electronic signatures of the Board to be affixed to the 2025 licenses. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. Common Victualler Licenses J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the 2026 Common Victualler Licenses. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera moved to amend the motion to include, pending Public Safety Inspections. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. COMMON VICTUALER (CV) LICENSES 1. 1. BiBi Café & Bakery 1 Church Street 15. Panda Express 125 University Avenue 2. Birdies Hot Chicken 135 University Avenue 16. Panera Bread 201 University Avenue 3. Bubbling Brook- 1652 High street 17. Playa Bowls 745 High Street 4. Chipotle's 217 University Avenue 18. Poke Bros 127 University Avenue 5. Dunkin Donuts (Coffee Grinder Donuts, Inc.) 400 Washington Street 19. Sebastian's 247 Station Drive 6. Dunkin Donuts (High Street Donuts, Inc.) 915 High Street 20. Smashburger 203 University Ave 7. Dunkin Donuts (Medway Donuts, Inc.) 115 Providence Highway 21. Starbucks Coffee 101 University Avenue 8. Dunkin Donuts (Westwood Donuts, Inc.) 208 Providence Highway 22. Starbucks Coffee 736 High Street 9. Islington Pizza & Sub, Inc. 315 Washington Street 23. Target 221 University Avenue 10. JUICYGREENS 305 Washington Street 24. Tastefully Done Restaurant & Catering 1 University Avenue 11. Life Time Bistro 44 Harvard Street 25. Westwood Jade 220 Providence Highway 12. Life Time Café 44 Harvard Street 26. Westwood Pizza 929 High Street 13. Muffin House Café 296 Washington Street 27. Wegmans 169 University Avenue 14. Neroli Mercato 274 Washington Street 2026 Mobile Food Truck License J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the 2026 Mobile Food Truck License pending .” (Motion: Previtera, second: Cummings)
Town Administrator Employment Agreement
Approve and sign a three-year employment agreement with the new Town Administrator, Connor Read, effective February 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve and sign a three-year employment agreement with the new Town Administrator, Connor Read, effective February 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve and sign a three-year employment agreement with the new Town Administrator, Connor Read, effective February 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029. 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)
Memorandum of Agreement - Westwood Police Superior Officers Association, FY27-29
Sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Westwood and the Westwood Police Superior Officers Association, for Fiscal Years 27 to 29
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Westwood and the Westwood Police Superior Officers Association, for Fiscal Years 27 to 29.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Westwood and the Westwood Police Superior Officers Association, for Fiscal Years 27 to 29. 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)
Memorandum of Agreement - Westwood Permanent Firefighters Assoc., Local 1994, IAFF
Sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Westwood and the Westwood Permanent Firefighters Association, Local 1994, IAFF, for Fiscal Years 27 to 29
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Westwood and the Westwood Permanent Firefighters Association, Local 1994, IAFF, for Fiscal Years 27 to 29.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board vote to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Westwood and the Westwood Permanent Firefighters Association, Local 1994, IAFF, for Fiscal Years 27 to 29. 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)
Accept the FY26 MIAA Automated Risk Management Grant of $9,058.00
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board accept the FY26 MIAA Automated Risk Management Grant of $9,058.00.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board accept the FY26 MIAA Automated Risk Management Grant of $9,058.00. 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)
Grant
Accept the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) Municipal Grant for $4,620.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board accept the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) Municipal Grant for $4,620.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board accept the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) Municipal Grant for $4,620.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract. 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)
Open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and indicate its plans to close the Warrant at its first meeting in January 2026
J. Previtera moved that the Select Board open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and indicate its plans to close the Warrant at its first meeting in January 2026.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and indicate its plans to close the Warrant at its first meeting in January 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)
Westwood Media Center Transfer of Funds
Approve the transfer of $45,524.11 from Comcast, as well as $37,035.66 from Verizon totaling $82,559.77 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 $45,524.11 from Comcast, as well as $37,035.66 from Verizon totaling $82,559.77 to Westwood Media Center per the License Agreements and the Westwood Media Center Agreements signed by the Select Board.
Yes: Gotti, PreviteraMarianne LeBlanc Cummings stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved that the Select Board approve the transfer of $45,524.11 from Comcast, as well as $37,035.66 from Verizon totaling $82,559.77 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. J. Previtera, aye. R. Gotti, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, recused. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: Joseph Previtera, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Joseph Previtera, Robert Gotti RECUSED: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings.” (Motion: Previtera, second: Gotti)
Appointments and Re-appointments of Boards and Committees
Take the following actions: 1. Amend the June 23, 2025, Select Board decision to appoint Steven Olanoff to a three-year term on the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), to expire on June 30,...
J. Previtera moved for the Select Board to take the following actions: 1. Amend the June 23, 2025, Select Board decision to appoint Steven Olanoff to a three-year term on the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), to expire on June 30, 2028. 2. Re-appoint Mark Phillips to the Dedham Westwood Water District Board of Commissioners representing Westwood, for a term to expire on December 31, 2028. 3. Assign Philip Shapiro and Nancy James as Co-Chairs of the Long-Range Financial Planning Committee.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved for the Select Board to take the following actions: 1. Amend the June 23, 2025, Select Board decision to appoint Steven Olanoff to a three-year term on the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), to expire on June 30, 2028. 2. Re-appoint Mark Phillips to the Dedham Westwood Water District Board of Commissioners representing Westwood, for a term to expire on December 31, 2028. 3. Assign Philip Shapiro and Nancy James as Co-Chairs of the Long-Range Financial Planning Committee. 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 - November 10, November 13, November 16, and November 17
Accept the regular meeting minutes for November 10, 2025
J. Previtera moved for the Select Board to accept the regular meeting minutes for November 10, 2025.
From the minutes
“J. Previtera moved for the Select Board to accept the regular meeting minutes for November 10, 2025. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera moved for the Select Board to accept the regular meeting minutes for November 13, 2025. M. LeBlanc Cummings Seconded. Unanimous Vote 3-0. J. Previtera, aye. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera moved for the Select Board to accept the regular meeting minutes for November 16, 2025. 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)
Accept the regular meeting minutes for November 17, 2025
M. LeBlanc Cummings moved for the Select Board to accept the regular meeting minutes for November 17, 2025.
Yes: Cummings, GottiAbstained: Previtera
From the minutes
“M. LeBlanc Cummings moved for the Select Board to accept the regular meeting minutes for November 17, 2025. R. Gotti Seconded out of necessity. Vote 2-0. M. LeBlanc Cummings, aye. R. Gotti, aye. J. Previtera, abstained. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: Marianne LeBlanc Cummings, Board Member SECONDER:Robert Gotti, Board Member AYES: Robert Gotti, Marianne LeBlanc Cummings ABSTAIN: Joseph Previtera.” (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.
How to read these pagesWhere the votes come from, how we check them against the official minutes, what isn't included yet, and how to report a mistake.About city pages →