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Winchester Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting

February 7, 2022

13 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: The board met remotely (Zoom), with roll-call votes.

Present: Susan Verdicchio, Michael Bettencourt, Mariano Goluboff, Richard Mucci

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

OPENING

Adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Chapter 30 §21(a) 3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation; Washington/Swanton...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Chapter 30 §21(a) 3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation; Washington/Swanton, Waterfield Lot, 160 Forest St - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 6 - To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Chapter 30 §21(a) 3 - To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation; Washington/Swanton, Waterfield Lot, 160 Forest St - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 6 - To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, to return to Executive Session

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, to return to Executive Session. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, to return to Executive Session. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS

Accept, with gratitude, donations in the amount of $202 from friends of the Winchester Recreation Department to be used for the Winchester Recreation Department Neighbors Helping Neighbors fund to...

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, donations in the amount of $202 from friends of the Winchester Recreation Department to be used for the Winchester Recreation Department Neighbors Helping Neighbors fund to support Winchester families in need attend Recreation Programs. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, donations in the amount of $202 from friends of the Winchester Recreation Department to be used for the Winchester Recreation Department Neighbors Helping Neighbors fund to support Winchester families in need attend Recreation Programs. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

COMPTROLLER 'S REPORT

Approve the request from the Comptroller to carryover her 55 vacation hours from 2021 to 2022 in addition to 35 hours that do not require approval

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion That the Select Board approve the request from the Comptroller to carryover her 55 vacation hours from 2021 to 2022 in addition to 35 hours that do not require approval. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion That the Select Board approve the request from the Comptroller to carryover her 55 vacation hours from 2021 to 2022 in addition to 35 hours that do not require approval. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

HEARINGS

Approve the recommendation from the Traffic Review Committee to install "No Parking" signage on the west side of Norwood Street from Church Street to the driveway of 78 Church Street

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion: That the Select Board approve the recommendation from the Traffic Review Committee to install "No Parking" signage on the west side of Norwood Street from Church Street to the driveway of 78 Church Street Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTE

From the minutes

“*Motion: That the Select Board approve the recommendation from the Traffic Review Committee to install "No Parking" signage on the west side of Norwood Street from Church Street to the driveway of 78 Church Street Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTE.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Lynch School

Is placing this article for transfer of the well field to the school department on the Spring Town Meeting Warrant and instructing the Town Manager and Town Counsel to do the necessary steps to...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion: That the Select Board is placing this article for transfer of the well field to the school department on the Spring Town Meeting Warrant and instructing the Town Manager and Town Counsel to do the necessary steps to effect that. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTE

From the minutes

“*Motion: That the Select Board is placing this article for transfer of the well field to the school department on the Spring Town Meeting Warrant and instructing the Town Manager and Town Counsel to do the necessary steps to effect that. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTE.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

ARPA Funding Review

Appropriate $230,000 from ARPA funds to a reimbursement program to pay for the installation of individual booster pumps in the 38 homes in the Arbor Lane Wendell Street neighborhood that were...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion That the Select Board appropriate $230,000 from ARPA funds to a reimbursement program to pay for the installation of individual booster pumps in the 38 homes in the Arbor Lane Wendell Street neighborhood that were impacted by the PFAS and also that we appropriate $35,000 from ARPA funds to the health department to fund mental health crisis planning and the other request that were on their application. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion That the Select Board appropriate $230,000 from ARPA funds to a reimbursement program to pay for the installation of individual booster pumps in the 38 homes in the Arbor Lane Wendell Street neighborhood that were impacted by the PFAS and also that we appropriate $35,000 from ARPA funds to the health department to fund mental health crisis planning and the other request that were on their application. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Town Election Warrant

Town Election Warrant

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

6. Town Election Warrant - The Select Board approved the Election Warrant submitted by the Town Clerk and Mr. Goluboff read the warrant into the record. To the Constables of the Town of Winchester, In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby required to notify and warn the inhabitants of the Town of Winchester who are qualified to vote in Elections to meet at the polling places designated for the eight precincts in the Town, namely: Precincts 1 - 8 report to Winchester High School 80 Skillings Rd, Winchester, MA in the Gymnasium, located on the 2nd floor at the rear of the building on: SATURDAY THE NINETEENTH DAY OF MARCH, 2022 From 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. for the following purpose: To cast their votes in the ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION for the election of candidates for the following offices: One Moderator 1 yr. Two seats Library Board of Trustee 3 Two seats Select Board 3yrs One seat Planning Board 3 yrs. One seat Board of Assessor 3 yrs. Two seats Planning Board 1 yr. One seat Board of Health 3 yrs. Two seats School Committee 3 yrs. One seat Board of Health 1 yr. One seat Housing Authority 5 yrs. Eight Town Meeting Members for three years, in accordance with the precinct lines in effect January 1, 2022, for a total of 64 Town Meeting Members. Note: Precinct 2 one seat for 1 yr.; Precinct 4 one seat for 1 yr., one seat for 2 yrs. The under endorsed seats on the Planning Board 1 yr. and Housing Authority 5 yr. are eligible for Write in Candidates. Hereof fail not, and make return of this warrant with your doings thereon to the Town Clerk before the day of said election. Given under our hands and seal this 7th day of February 2022. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“6. Town Election Warrant - The Select Board approved the Election Warrant submitted by the Town Clerk and Mr. Goluboff read the warrant into the record. To the Constables of the Town of Winchester, In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby required to notify and warn the inhabitants of the Town of Winchester who are qualified to vote in Elections to meet at the polling places designated for the eight precincts in the Town, namely: Precincts 1 - 8 report to Winchester High School 80 Skillings Rd, Winchester, MA in the Gymnasium, located on the 2nd floor at the rear of the building on: SATURDAY THE NINETEENTH DAY OF MARCH, 2022 From 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. for the following purpose: To cast their votes in the ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION for the election of candidates for the following offices: One Moderator 1 yr. Two seats Library Board of Trustee 3 Two seats Select Board 3yrs One seat Planning Board 3 yrs. One seat Board of Assessor 3 yrs. Two seats Planning Board 1 yr. One seat Board of Health 3 yrs. Two seats School Committee 3 yrs. One seat Board of Health 1 yr. One seat Housing Authority 5 yrs. Eight Town Meeting Members for three years, in accordance with the precinct lines in effect January 1, 2022, for a total of 64 Town Meeting Members. Note: Precinct 2 one seat for 1 yr.; Precinct 4 one seat for 1 yr., one seat for 2 yrs. The under endorsed seats on the Planning Board 1 yr. and Housing Authority 5 yr. are eligible for Write in Candidates. Hereof fail not, and make return of this warrant with your doings thereon to the Town Clerk before the day of said election. Given under our hands and seal this 7th day of February 2022. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

CONSENT AGENDA

Approve the following increase for the Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program; Maximum adjusted gross income as reported to the Internal Revenue Service $64,000 single person, $97,000 per...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion That the Select Board approve the following increase for the Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program; Maximum adjusted gross income as reported to the Internal Revenue Service $64,000 single person, $97,000 per couple and assessed property value not to exceed $1,162,350. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion That the Select Board approve the following increase for the Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program; Maximum adjusted gross income as reported to the Internal Revenue Service $64,000 single person, $97,000 per couple and assessed property value not to exceed $1,162,350. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve One Day Liquor License for Diana Kenosian for Boston's Best Bartending - March 12, 2022 - Winchester Town Hall

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion That the Select Board approve One Day Liquor License for Diana Kenosian for Boston's Best Bartending - March 12, 2022 - Winchester Town Hall. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion That the Select Board approve One Day Liquor License for Diana Kenosian for Boston's Best Bartending - March 12, 2022 - Winchester Town Hall. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve Staging Permit for Art Studio Sign & Neon for Winchester Nails & Spa to replace existing signs at 19 Thompson Street, date to be determined

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion That the Select Board approve Staging Permit for Art Studio Sign & Neon for Winchester Nails & Spa to replace existing signs at 19 Thompson Street, date to be determined. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion That the Select Board approve Staging Permit for Art Studio Sign & Neon for Winchester Nails & Spa to replace existing signs at 19 Thompson Street, date to be determined. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve meeting minutes for November 19 & December 13, 2021

Minutes, page 7

Approve minutesPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion That the Select Board approve meeting minutes for November 19 & December 13, 2021. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion That the Select Board approve meeting minutes for November 19 & December 13, 2021. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED

From the minutes

“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Goluboff - Bettencourt Roll Call: Goluboff, Bettencourt, Mucci, Verdicchio VOTED.” (Motion: Goluboff, second: Bettencourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

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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