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May 18, 2018
10 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the School Committee; only the Select Board’s votes are shown.
Present: Lance Grenzeback, Mariano Goluboff, Jacqueline Welch, David Errico, Michael Bettencourt
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
LICENSES
Approve the license transfer application for DanBro LLC d/b/a Joe's Main Street Pizza
*Motion: That the Select Board approve the license transfer application for DanBro LLC d/b/a Joe's Main Street Pizza. (Selectman Errico abstained from voting stating a conflict of interest) Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED
Yes: Goluboff, Grenzeback, WelchAbstained: ErricoMichael Bettencourt arrived after the meeting began (the minutes do not say exactly when) and is not shown on this vote, taken before he first took part.
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve the license transfer application for DanBro LLC d/b/a Joe's Main Street Pizza. (Selectman Errico abstained from voting stating a conflict of interest) Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
BUSINESS
Authorize the Winchester Field Development Council (WFDC) to have access to Manchester Field, Knowlton Stadium and McCall Middle School complex (as noted below) for the purpose of installing field...
Motion: That the Select Board authorize the Winchester Field Development Council (WFDC) to have access to Manchester Field, Knowlton Stadium and McCall Middle School complex (as noted below) for the purpose of installing field lights, foundations, electrical conduits and wiring, and all other related components; said project is projected to commence on June 25, 2018 and shall be completed no later than August 24, 2018 and that all work shall be coordinated with the Building Commissioner and School Department Director of Finance and Operations, performed in good and workmanlike manner in accordance with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, according to plans dated February 13, 2018 prepared by Gale Associates. The WFDC shall coordinate the details for coring into the McCall Middle School for the purpose of installing electrical conduit with the EFPBC. Further, that the full cost of this project shall be funded by private funds raised by the WFDC. The field and its surroundings shall be inspected and photographed prior to mobilization. The WFDC is responsible for returning the site to the same condition and for repairing any damages should they occur. This approval is subject to the issuance of all necessary Town permits, proof of insurance naming the Town of Winchester as additional insured and a satisfactory project security as approved by the Town Manager's Office. Goluboff-Errico All in favor VOTED
Michael Bettencourt arrived after the meeting began (the minutes do not say exactly when) and is not shown on this vote, taken before he first took part.
From the minutes
“Motion: That the Select Board authorize the Winchester Field Development Council (WFDC) to have access to Manchester Field, Knowlton Stadium and McCall Middle School complex (as noted below) for the purpose of installing field lights, foundations, electrical conduits and wiring, and all other related components; said project is projected to commence on June 25, 2018 and shall be completed no later than August 24, 2018 and that all work shall be coordinated with the Building Commissioner and School Department Director of Finance and Operations, performed in good and workmanlike manner in accordance with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, according to plans dated February 13, 2018 prepared by Gale Associates. The WFDC shall coordinate the details for coring into the McCall Middle School for the purpose of installing electrical conduit with the EFPBC. Further, that the full cost of this project shall be funded by private funds raised by the WFDC. The field and its surroundings shall be inspected and photographed prior to mobilization. The WFDC is responsible for returning the site to the same condition and for repairing any damages should they occur. This approval is subject to the issuance of all necessary Town permits, proof of insurance naming the Town of Winchester as additional insured and a satisfactory project security as approved by the Town Manager's Office. Goluboff-Errico All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Errico)
Approve $15,000 requested for the 55-59 Harvard Street condominium repairs from of the Selectmen's Housing Fund as directed by management and to process consistent with the Town of Winchester's...
*Motion: That the Select Board approve $15,000 requested for the 55-59 Harvard Street condominium repairs from of the Selectmen's Housing Fund as directed by management and to process consistent with the Town of Winchester's procurement policy. Bettencourt-Goluboff All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve $15,000 requested for the 55-59 Harvard Street condominium repairs from of the Selectmen's Housing Fund as directed by management and to process consistent with the Town of Winchester's procurement policy. Bettencourt-Goluboff All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Goluboff)
I, the clerk of the Select Board of the Town of Winchester, Massachusetts, certify that at a meeting of the board held May 18, 2018, of which meeting all members of the board were duly notified...
*Motion: I, the clerk of the Select Board of the Town of Winchester, Massachusetts, certify that at a meeting of the board held May 18, 2018, of which meeting all members of the board were duly notified and at which a quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board in my custody. *Voted: That the sale of the $675,000 Water Bond of the Town dated June 11, 2018, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority) is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other appropriate Town official is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town a Loan Agreement and a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Authority with respect to the bond. The bond shall be payable without interest on May 15 of the years and in the principal amounts as follows: Year Installment Year Installment 2019 $67,500 2024 $67,500 2020 $67,500 2025 $67,500 2021 $67,500 2026 $67,500 2022 $67,500 2027 $67,500 2023 $67,500 2028 $67,500 *Further Voted: That each member of the Select Board, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect the provisions of the foregoing vote. I further certify that the votes were taken at a meeting open to the public, that no vote was taken by secret ballot, that a notice stating the place, date, time and agenda for the meeting (which agenda included the adoption of the above votes) was filed with the Town Clerk and a copy thereof posted in a manner conspicuously visible to the public at all hours in or on the municipal building that the office of the Town Clerk is located or, if applicable, in accordance with an alternative method of notice prescribed or approved by the Attorney General as set forth in 940 CMR 29.03(2)(b), at least 48 hours, not including Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, prior to the time of the meeting and remained so posted at the time of the meeting, that no deliberations or decision in connection with the sale of the bond were taken in executive session, all in accordance with G.L. c.30A §§ 18-25 as amended. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: I, the clerk of the Select Board of the Town of Winchester, Massachusetts, certify that at a meeting of the board held May 18, 2018, of which meeting all members of the board were duly notified and at which a quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board in my custody. *Voted: That the sale of the $675,000 Water Bond of the Town dated June 11, 2018, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority) is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other appropriate Town official is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town a Loan Agreement and a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Authority with respect to the bond. The bond shall be payable without interest on May 15 of the years and in the principal amounts as follows: Year Installment Year Installment 2019 $67,500 2024 $67,500 2020 $67,500 2025 $67,500 2021 $67,500 2026 $67,500 2022 $67,500 2027 $67,500 2023 $67,500 2028 $67,500 *Further Voted: That each member of the Select Board, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect the provisions of the foregoing vote. I further certify that the votes were taken at a meeting open to the public, that no vote was taken by secret ballot, that a notice stating the place, date, time and agenda for the meeting (which agenda included the adoption of the above votes) was filed with the Town Clerk and a copy thereof posted in a manner conspicuously visible to the public at all hours in or on the municipal building that the office of the Town Clerk is located or, if applicable, in accordance with an alternative method of notice prescribed or approved by the Attorney General as set forth in 940 CMR 29.03(2)(b), at least 48 hours, not including Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, prior to the time of the meeting and remained so posted at the time of the meeting, that no deliberations or decision in connection with the sale of the bond were taken in executive session, all in accordance with G.L. c.30A §§ 18-25 as amended. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
Adjourn to Executive Session to return to Public Session
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session to return to Public Session. Goluboff-Welch Roll Call: Grenzeback, Goluboff, Errico, Welch
Yes: Errico, Goluboff, Grenzeback, WelchThe roll call does not list Michael Bettencourt, who was present; that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session to return to Public Session. Goluboff-Welch Roll Call: Grenzeback, Goluboff, Errico, Welch.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve a one-day alcoholic beverage license for May 31, 2018 - Studio on the Common
*Motion: That the Select Board approve a one-day alcoholic beverage license for May 31, 2018 - Studio on the Common. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve a one-day alcoholic beverage license for May 31, 2018 - Studio on the Common. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
OTHER
Approve a Memorial Day Parade permit for May 28, 2018 following the customary Memorial Day Parade route sponsored by the VFW Post No. 3719
*Motion: That the Select Board approve a Memorial Day Parade permit for May 28, 2018 following the customary Memorial Day Parade route sponsored by the VFW Post No. 3719. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve a Memorial Day Parade permit for May 28, 2018 following the customary Memorial Day Parade route sponsored by the VFW Post No. 3719. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
Accept the Winchester Class of 2017 gift of $10,000 towards the purchase of a scoreboard at Skillings Field contingent upon approval of the design by the Winchester School Committee
*Motion: That the Select Board accept the Winchester Class of 2017 gift of $10,000 towards the purchase of a scoreboard at Skillings Field contingent upon approval of the design by the Winchester School Committee. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board accept the Winchester Class of 2017 gift of $10,000 towards the purchase of a scoreboard at Skillings Field contingent upon approval of the design by the Winchester School Committee. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
Approve the meeting minutes for April 23, 2018 as written and May 7, 2018 as written
*Motion: That the Select Board approve the meeting minutes for April 23, 2018 as written and May 7, 2018 as written. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve the meeting minutes for April 23, 2018 as written and May 7, 2018 as written. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
Adjourn
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the day. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the day. Goluboff-Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
From the Winchester Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): Winchester News candidate profiles — Michelle Prior and Michael Bettencourt (2026), Anthea Brady and William McGonigle (2025), courtesy of the candidates. Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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