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April 27, 2023
14 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Richard Mucci, Anthea Brady, Michael Bettencourt, John Fallon, Michelle Prior
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
OPENING
Adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to Vale, Waterfield Lot - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 6 - To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if...
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to Vale, Waterfield Lot - 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 body; 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 Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to Vale, Waterfield Lot - 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 body; 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 Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, 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. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, not to return to Executive Session. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
TOWN MANAGER REPORT AND COMMENTS
Waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow Dana LaPointe to begin his employment
*Motion That the Select Board waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow Dana LaPointe to begin his employment. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow Dana LaPointe to begin his employment. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Cup 89 Common Victualler License
Release the Common Victualler license and to waive the fees
*Motion That the Select Board release the Common Victualler license and to waive the fees. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Yes: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior Motion passes 4-1 No: Mucci
Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, Fallon, PriorNo: Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board release the Common Victualler license and to waive the fees. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Yes: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior Motion passes 4-1 No: Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Waterfield Lot
Approve to extend the due diligence to June 1, 2023 and to authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement
*Motion That the Select Board approve to extend the due diligence to June 1, 2023 and to authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve to extend the due diligence to June 1, 2023 and to authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Warrant Articles Vote
Recommend favorable action on Article 15
*Motion That the Select Board recommend favorable action on Article 15. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board recommend favorable action on Article 15. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Recommend favorable action on Article 17
*Motion That the Select Board recommend favorable action on Article 17. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board recommend favorable action on Article 17. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Committees & Commissions Appointments
Reappoint Rebecca Dodge Watson to the Council on Aging term to expire March 31, 2026
*Motion That the Select Board reappoint Rebecca Dodge Watson to the Council on Aging term to expire March 31, 2026. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board reappoint Rebecca Dodge Watson to the Council on Aging term to expire March 31, 2026. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Beth Harris for Simply Serving - April 29, 2023 - Wright-Locke Farm
*Motion That the Select Board approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Beth Harris for Simply Serving - April 29, 2023 - Wright-Locke Farm. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Beth Harris for Simply Serving - April 29, 2023 - Wright-Locke Farm. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve Sidewalk for Commercial Purposes Licenses for The Hive, 553 Main Street and Café Nero, 547 Main Street
*Motion That the Select Board approve Sidewalk for Commercial Purposes Licenses for The Hive, 553 Main Street and Café Nero, 547 Main Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve Sidewalk for Commercial Purposes Licenses for The Hive, 553 Main Street and Café Nero, 547 Main Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve Lauren Tiedemann, Book Ends request to reserve a parking spot in front of Book Ends on May 13, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for a guest speaker
*Motion That the Select Board approve Lauren Tiedemann, Book Ends request to reserve a parking spot in front of Book Ends on May 13, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for a guest speaker. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve Lauren Tiedemann, Book Ends request to reserve a parking spot in front of Book Ends on May 13, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for a guest speaker. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub request to have the Farmers Market on the Town Common June 10 - October 28, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m
*Motion That the Select Board approve Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub request to have the Farmers Market on the Town Common June 10 - October 28, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub request to have the Farmers Market on the Town Common June 10 - October 28, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve the February 6 & 27, 2023 meeting minutes
*Motion That the Select Board approve the February 6 & 27, 2023 meeting minutes. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
The minutes record the motion as “VOTED” but give no count, no names and no “All in favor”, so the result only is shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve the February 6 & 27, 2023 meeting minutes. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Adjourn to the floor of Town Meeting not to return to public session
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to the floor of Town Meeting not to return to public session. Brady - Bettencourt Roll Call: Brady, Goluboff, Bettencourt, Fallon, Mucci VOTED
Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, Fallon, MucciThe roll call does not list Michelle Prior, who was present; that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to the floor of Town Meeting not to return to public session. Brady - Bettencourt Roll Call: Brady, Goluboff, Bettencourt, Fallon, Mucci VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, 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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