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Westwood Former Select Board member
Michael Walsh
Select Board member (townwide) · 6 terms in this record
Michael F. Walsh
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Start my ballot →Record at a glance · 2019–2020 Board
On split votes, Walsh voted the same way as…
- Nancy Hyde60% (3 of 5)
- John Hickey0% (0 of 5)
How these numbers work
- Counted from the official minutes, for 2019–2020 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
- Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Walsh as present or absent at the start.
- Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
- Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
- A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
- “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.
These numbers describe the record; they are not a grade. A no vote, an abstention or a minority vote is neither good nor bad. MassVoter never rates officials.
Attendance
At the start of 33 of 33 Select Board meetings in 2019–2020 Board.
Missed none.
Every meeting (33)
- Jun 15, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Jun 4, 2020 · Regular: Present
- May 26, 2020 · Regular: Present
- May 21, 2020 · Regular: Present
- May 15, 2020 · Regular: Present
- May 4, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Apr 21, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Mar 30, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Mar 23, 2020 · Emergency: Present
- Mar 16, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Mar 2, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Feb 24, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Feb 3, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Jan 28, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Jan 21, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Jan 6, 2020 · Regular: Present
- Dec 16, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Dec 9, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Nov 18, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Oct 28, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Oct 16, 2019 · Special: Present
- Oct 15, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Oct 2, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Sep 18, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Sep 16, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Sep 10, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Aug 26, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Aug 5, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Jul 22, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Jun 24, 2019 · Regular: Present
- Jun 3, 2019 · Regular: Present
- May 20, 2019 · Regular: Present
- May 13, 2019 · Regular: Present
Votes where members disagreed · 2019–2020 Board
Mar 30Postpone the annual municipal Town Election scheduled for April…Motion: J. Hickey moved that the Select Board postpone the annual municipal…Passed 2–0 · Walsh: Abstained
March 30, 2020: Postpone the annual municipal Town Election scheduled for April 28, 2020 to June 2, 2020. J. Hickey further moved that the Select Board authorize the Town Administrator, in conjunction with…
J. Hickey moved that the Select Board postpone the annual municipal Town Election scheduled for April 28, 2020 to June 2, 2020. J. Hickey further moved that the Select Board authorize the Town Administrator, in conjunction with the Town Clerk, to take any steps necessary to comply with the provisions of the Senate Bill No. 2608 including properly posting it on the municipal website and giving notice via press release, reverse 911 calls and any other steps necessary to insure that the residents of Westwood are made aware of this change.
Voted: Abstained
Yes: Hickey, HydeAbstained: Walsh
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved that the Select Board postpone the annual municipal Town Election scheduled for April 28, 2020 to June 2, 2020. J. Hickey further moved that the Select Board authorize the Town Administrator, in conjunction with the Town Clerk, to take any steps necessary to comply with the provisions of the Senate Bill No. 2608 including properly posting it on the municipal website and giving notice via press release, reverse 911 calls and any other steps necessary to insure that the residents of Westwood are made aware of this change. N. Hyde Seconded. M. Walsh Abstained. Vote 2-0-1. N. Hyde, aye. J. Hickey, aye. M. Walsh abstained. Note: M. Walsh is a 2020 candidate for the Select Board therefore; Mr. Walsh recused himself from any discussion and vote pertaining to the 2020 Annual Town Election. M. Walsh rejoined the Select Board meeting at 8:00 pm. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: Nancy C. Hyde, John M. Hickey ABSTAIN: Michael Walsh.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Mar 16Amend the article language to change "Field Lighting Project-Thurston…Motion: J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to amend the article…Passed 2–1 · Walsh: No
March 16, 2020: Amend the article language to change "Field Lighting Project-Thurston Site" to read "Field Design and Construction" for an amount to remain the same at $750,000
J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to amend the article language to change "Field Lighting Project-Thurston Site" to read "Field Design and Construction" for an amount to remain the same at $750,000.
Voted: No
Yes: Hickey, HydeNo: Walsh
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved for the Select Board to amend the article language to change "Field Lighting Project-Thurston Site" to read "Field Design and Construction" for an amount to remain the same at $750,000. N. Hyde Seconded. M. Walsh Opposed. Vote 2-1. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: Nancy C. Hyde, John M. Hickey NAYS: Michael Walsh.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Mar 16Accept Budget-9, Additional Capital- Town Wide Recreation Projects, as…Motion: J. Hickey moved to accept Budget-9, Additional Capital- Town Wide Recreation…Passed 2–1 · Walsh: No
March 16, 2020: Accept Budget-9, Additional Capital- Town Wide Recreation Projects, as amended this evening
J. Hickey moved to accept Budget-9, Additional Capital- Town Wide Recreation Projects, as amended this evening.
Voted: No
Yes: Hickey, HydeNo: Walsh
From the minutes
“J. Hickey moved to accept Budget-9, Additional Capital- Town Wide Recreation Projects, as amended this evening. N. Hyde Seconded. M. Walsh Opposed. Vote 2-1. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: John M. Hickey, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: Nancy C. Hyde, John M. Hickey NAYS: Michael Walsh.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Hyde)
Feb 24Approve the Local Action Unit Application, authorize the Select…Motion: M. Walsh moved to approve the Local Action Unit Application, authorize…Passed 2–0 · Walsh: Yes
February 24, 2020: Approve the Local Action Unit Application, authorize the Select Board Chair or Sitting Chair to sign the Signature of Support for the Local Action Units Application, and permit the Green…
M. Walsh moved to approve the Local Action Unit Application, authorize the Select Board Chair or Sitting Chair to sign the Signature of Support for the Local Action Units Application, and permit the Green Company and MCO Housing Services to submit the application to the Department of Housing and Community Development for its final approval.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Hickey, WalshAbstained: Hyde
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved to approve the Local Action Unit Application, authorize the Select Board Chair or Sitting Chair to sign the Signature of Support for the Local Action Units Application, and permit the Green Company and MCO Housing Services to submit the application to the Department of Housing and Community Development for its final approval. J. Hickey Seconded. N. Hyde Abstained. Vote 2-0-1. At 7:45 p.m., N. Hyde returned to the meeting. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:John M. Hickey, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, John M. Hickey ABSTAIN: Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Hickey)
Feb 24Accept the article language as writtenMotion: M. Walsh moved accept the article language as written.Passed 2–0 · Walsh: Yes
February 24, 2020: Accept the article language as written
M. Walsh moved accept the article language as written.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Hickey, WalshAbstained: Hyde
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved accept the article language as written. J. Hickey Seconded. N. Hyde Abstained. Vote 2-0-1. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 0] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:John M. Hickey, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, John M. Hickey ABSTAIN: Nancy C. Hyde.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Hickey)
Oct 28Impose a three-day alcohol suspension for Not Your Average…Motion: M. Walsh moved to impose a three-day alcohol suspension for Not…Passed 2–1 · Walsh: Yes
October 28, 2019: Impose a three-day alcohol suspension for Not Your Average Joe's; with one day to be served and two days to be held in abeyance pending any further infractions within the…
M. Walsh moved to impose a three-day alcohol suspension for Not Your Average Joe's; with one day to be served and two days to be held in abeyance pending any further infractions within the year from the date of the violation. Should there be any infractions in that time frame, the aforementioned suspensions will occur immediately on the next closest Friday and Saturday to the infraction. The one-day alcohol suspension will be served on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Hyde, WalshNo: Hickey
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved to impose a three-day alcohol suspension for Not Your Average Joe's; with one day to be served and two days to be held in abeyance pending any further infractions within the year from the date of the violation. Should there be any infractions in that time frame, the aforementioned suspensions will occur immediately on the next closest Friday and Saturday to the infraction. The one-day alcohol suspension will be served on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. N. Hyde seconded. J. Hickey opposed. Vote 2-1. P. D'Amelio inquired if NYAJ would be allowed to close for training on the date of suspension. The Board indicated that it could. Per the Board, the restaurant is allowed to serve its suspension by remaining open but not allowed to serve alcohol or the restaurant can close for training. Not Your Average Joe's is recommended to contact the Westwood Police Chief, Jeffrey Silva, to schedule a meeting with the Westwood Police Chief or a member of the Westwood Police Department prior to the date of suspension to review the Police Department's expectations and as to who will be confirming the compliance. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde NAYS: John M. Hickey.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Hyde)
Sep 16Permit Ameresco to proceed with the project development of…Motion: M. Walsh moved to permit Ameresco to proceed with the project…Passed 2–1 · Walsh: Yes
September 16, 2019: Permit Ameresco to proceed with the project development of the Phase II solar program, for potential implementation of the proposed arrays at the Thurston Middle School, Council of Aging, Westwood...
M. Walsh moved to permit Ameresco to proceed with the project development of the Phase II solar program, for potential implementation of the proposed arrays at the Thurston Middle School, Council of Aging, Westwood Police Station and the Shuttleworth Field area.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Hyde, WalshNo: Hickey
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved to permit Ameresco to proceed with the project development of the Phase II solar program, for potential implementation of the proposed arrays at the Thurston Middle School, Council of Aging, Westwood Police Station and the Shuttleworth Field area. N. Hyde Seconded. J. Hickey Opposed. Vote 2-1. RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde NAYS: John M. Hickey.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Hyde)
May 20Authorize the submission of the completed Economic Development Incentive…Motion: M. Walsh moved to authorize the submission of the completed Economic…Passed 2–1 · Walsh: Yes
May 20, 2019: Authorize the submission of the completed Economic Development Incentive Program - Local Incentive Only Application to the Massachusetts Office of Business Development for the Citizens Bank Tax...
M. Walsh moved to authorize the submission of the completed Economic Development Incentive Program - Local Incentive Only Application to the Massachusetts Office of Business Development for the Citizens Bank Tax Increment Financing Agreement, subject to review and approval of the final application by Special Town Counsel and by the Town Administrator. Further, Michael Jaillet is authorized to execute any documents required in connection with such application.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Hyde, WalshNo: Hickey
From the minutes
“M. Walsh moved to authorize the submission of the completed Economic Development Incentive Program - Local Incentive Only Application to the Massachusetts Office of Business Development for the Citizens Bank Tax Increment Financing Agreement, subject to review and approval of the final application by Special Town Counsel and by the Town Administrator. Further, Michael Jaillet is authorized to execute any documents required in connection with such application. N. Hyde Seconded. J. Hickey opposed. Vote 2-1 RESULT: APPROVED [2 TO 1] MOVER: Michael Walsh, Board Member SECONDER:Nancy C. Hyde, Board Member AYES: Michael Walsh, Nancy C. Hyde NAYS: John M. Hickey.” (Motion: Walsh, second: Hyde)
Votes with no disagreement (144)
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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