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January 7, 2019
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Lance Grenzeback, Mariano Goluboff, Michael Bettencourt, David Errico, Jacqueline Welch
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
OPENING
Adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Ch. 30A §21(a)3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation; Asa Fletcher Fund - MGL...
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Ch. 30A §21(a)3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation; Asa Fletcher Fund - MGL Ch. 30A §21(a) 1 - To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health rather than the professional competence of an individual. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Errico, Bettencourt, Welch, Grenzeback VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Ch. 30A §21(a)3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation; Asa Fletcher Fund - MGL Ch. 30A §21(a) 1 - To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health rather than the professional competence of an individual. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Errico, Bettencourt, Welch, Grenzeback VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
Adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, not to return to Executive Session
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, not to return to Executive Session. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Errico, Bettencourt, Welch, Grenzeback VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, not to return to Executive Session. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Errico, Bettencourt, Welch, Grenzeback VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
TOWN MANAGER REPORT AND COMMENTS
Waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment effective waiting period to allow Mr. O'Connell to begin his employment
*Motion: That the Select Board waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment effective waiting period to allow Mr. O'Connell to begin his employment. Goluboff - Bettencourt All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment effective waiting period to allow Mr. O'Connell to begin his employment. Goluboff - Bettencourt All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
Annual Licensing Renewals
Approve the renewal of the following Food Vendor License for calendar year 2019, Stop and Shop
*Motion: That the Select Board approve the renewal of the following Food Vendor License for calendar year 2019, Stop and Shop. Goluboff - Bettencourt All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve the renewal of the following Food Vendor License for calendar year 2019, Stop and Shop. Goluboff - Bettencourt All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
Approve the renewal of the Entertainment License for Calendar Year 2019 for Fuller Cup
*Motion: That the Select Board approve the renewal of the Entertainment License for Calendar Year 2019 for Fuller Cup. Goluboff - Bettencourt All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve the renewal of the Entertainment License for Calendar Year 2019 for Fuller Cup. Goluboff - Bettencourt All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
BUSINESS
Appoint Henrique Brittes and Kim Roeland to the Climate Action Advisory Committee for a term to expire August 31, 2021
*Motion That the Select Board appoint Henrique Brittes and Kim Roeland to the Climate Action Advisory Committee for a term to expire August 31, 2021 Goluboff - BettencourtAll in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board appoint Henrique Brittes and Kim Roeland to the Climate Action Advisory Committee for a term to expire August 31, 2021 Goluboff - BettencourtAll in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
Appoint Lisa Martundola to the Disability Access Commission for a term to expire August 31, 2019
*Motion That the Select Board appoint Lisa Martundola to the Disability Access Commission for a term to expire August 31, 2019 Goluboff - BettencourtAll in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board appoint Lisa Martundola to the Disability Access Commission for a term to expire August 31, 2019 Goluboff - BettencourtAll in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
FY2020 Budget
Direct the Town Manager to draw up a budget that uses up to $2.5 million in reserves to balance it, and to instruct the school Committee to submit a budget that cuts $1 million from their level...
*Motion That the Select Board direct the Town Manager to draw up a budget that uses up to $2.5 million in reserves to balance it, and to instruct the school Committee to submit a budget that cuts $1 million from their level services budget and the remainder to be determined, but around $1 million from municipal departments and the rest from retiring debt transferred to capital. Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board direct the Town Manager to draw up a budget that uses up to $2.5 million in reserves to balance it, and to instruct the school Committee to submit a budget that cuts $1 million from their level services budget and the remainder to be determined, but around $1 million from municipal departments and the rest from retiring debt transferred to capital. Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
Jane Boswell for Parish of the Epiphany
Approve One Day Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for - Iaritza Menjivar for Griffin Museum - January 17, 2019 - Griffin House Jane Boswell for Parish of the Epiphany - January 19, 2019 - Parish of the...
*Motion: That the Select Board approve One Day Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for - Iaritza Menjivar for Griffin Museum - January 17, 2019 - Griffin House Jane Boswell for Parish of the Epiphany - January 19, 2019 - Parish of the Epiphany Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board approve One Day Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for - Iaritza Menjivar for Griffin Museum - January 17, 2019 - Griffin House Jane Boswell for Parish of the Epiphany - January 19, 2019 - Parish of the Epiphany Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
Accept the donation, with appreciation, in the amount of $2,000 from the Johnston family to be used towards future supplies for the police department
*Motion: That the Select Board accept the donation, with appreciation, in the amount of $2,000 from the Johnston family to be used towards future supplies for the police department. Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board accept the donation, with appreciation, in the amount of $2,000 from the Johnston family to be used towards future supplies for the police department. Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
Accept the donation, with appreciation, in the amount of $500 from the Loose family to be used towards future supplies for the police department
*Motion: That the Select Board accept the donation, with appreciation, in the amount of $500 from the Loose family to be used towards future supplies for the police department. Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board accept the donation, with appreciation, in the amount of $500 from the Loose family to be used towards future supplies for the police department. Goluboff - Welch All in favor VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Welch)
February meetings
Adjourn
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Errico, Bettencourt, Grenzeback VOTED
Yes: Bettencourt, Errico, Goluboff, GrenzebackThe roll call does not list Jacqueline Welch, who was present; that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Errico, Bettencourt, Grenzeback VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)
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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