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June 26, 2023
18 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: Michelle Prior took part remotely.
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 MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 2 - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; 20...
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 2 - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; 20 Glenwood, 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; MGL Ch. 30 §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.. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 2 - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; 20 Glenwood, 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; MGL Ch. 30 §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.. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (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 Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, not to return to Executive Session. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS
Accept, with gratitude, two ARPA Stabilization Grants to the Recreation Department, June disbursement, in the amount of $16,333.33 to be used for the WRAP/Kid Connection and the other one in the...
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, two ARPA Stabilization Grants to the Recreation Department, June disbursement, in the amount of $16,333.33 to be used for the WRAP/Kid Connection and the other one in the amount of $5,416.67 to be used for the Lynch After School Program. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, two ARPA Stabilization Grants to the Recreation Department, June disbursement, in the amount of $16,333.33 to be used for the WRAP/Kid Connection and the other one in the amount of $5,416.67 to be used for the Lynch After School Program. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Accept, with gratitude, a donation of $750 from the Winchester Co-operative Bank to the Recreation Department for the Concerts on the Common
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, a donation of $750 from the Winchester Co-operative Bank to the Recreation Department for the Concerts on the Common. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, a donation of $750 from the Winchester Co-operative Bank to the Recreation Department for the Concerts on the Common. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Accept, with gratitude, a donation of $375 from the Family Action Network to the Recreation Department for the Concerts on the Common
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, a donation of $375 from the Family Action Network to the Recreation Department for the Concerts on the Common. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, a donation of $375 from the Family Action Network to the Recreation Department for the Concerts on the Common. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
TOWN MANAGER REPORT AND COMMENTS
Waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow David Pratt, Jason Grimes, Michelle Blumsack and Ann Gill to begin their employment
*Motion That the Select Board waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow David Pratt, Jason Grimes, Michelle Blumsack and Ann Gill to begin their employment. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow David Pratt, Jason Grimes, Michelle Blumsack and Ann Gill to begin their employment. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Transfer of Ownership
Approve the Transfer of Ownership - from PJ Comella to Claudia Oliva, Lily's Restaurant LLC d/b/a Comella's 529 Main Street
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Transfer of Ownership - from PJ Comella to Claudia Oliva, Lily's Restaurant LLC d/b/a Comella's 529 Main Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve the Transfer of Ownership - from PJ Comella to Claudia Oliva, Lily's Restaurant LLC d/b/a Comella's 529 Main Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Cross & Holton Streets
Approve the improvements at the Cross and Holton Street intersection as presented tonight with the modifications discussed
*Motion That the Select Board approve the improvements at the Cross and Holton Street intersection as presented tonight with the modifications discussed. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve the improvements at the Cross and Holton Street intersection as presented tonight with the modifications discussed. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Eversource Grant of Location
Approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install approximately 7-feet of conduit from existing pole 345/3 to the Parkhurst School
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install approximately 7-feet of conduit from existing pole 345/3 to the Parkhurst School. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install approximately 7-feet of conduit from existing pole 345/3 to the Parkhurst School. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Thompson Street & Waterfield Road
Support adding a sign under the existing 15 minute parking sign located on Waterfield in front of Black Horse Tavern stating the following, "15 minute curbside pickup only after 5pm", which will...
*Motion That the Select Board support adding a sign under the existing 15 minute parking sign located on Waterfield in front of Black Horse Tavern stating the following, "15 minute curbside pickup only after 5pm", which will stay up until the train station is open. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board support adding a sign under the existing 15 minute parking sign located on Waterfield in front of Black Horse Tavern stating the following, "15 minute curbside pickup only after 5pm", which will stay up until the train station is open. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Eversource License Agreements
Approve the license agreement for Eversource at Davidson Park and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on the Town's behalf
*Motion That the Select Board approve the license agreement for Eversource at Davidson Park and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on the Town's behalf. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve the license agreement for Eversource at Davidson Park and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on the Town's behalf. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve the license amendment for Eversource at Washington Street and authorize the Town Manager to sign on the Town's behalf
*Motion That the Select Board approve the license amendment for Eversource at Washington Street and authorize the Town Manager to sign on the Town's behalf. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve the license amendment for Eversource at Washington Street and authorize the Town Manager to sign on the Town's behalf. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve the staging permit from Commodore Builders for reserving up to five parking spots in front of the Santander Bank to provide a pedestrian pathway while work is being done through July 31st
*Motion That the Select Board approve the staging permit from Commodore Builders for reserving up to five parking spots in front of the Santander Bank to provide a pedestrian pathway while work is being done through July 31st. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci
From the minutes
“*Motion That the Select Board approve the staging permit from Commodore Builders for reserving up to five parking spots in front of the Santander Bank to provide a pedestrian pathway while work is being done through July 31st. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Prior, Mucci.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve that the Town Manager submits the RFP for 20 Glenwood as discussed to remove the sentence on bedroom size and make a 30 day RFP deadline
*Motion: That the Select Board approve that the Town Manager submits the RFP for 20 Glenwood as discussed to remove the sentence on bedroom size and make a 30 day RFP deadline. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
Michelle Prior had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown. 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 that the Town Manager submits the RFP for 20 Glenwood as discussed to remove the sentence on bedroom size and make a 30 day RFP deadline. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Town Counsel Contract
Approve the contract with Mead, Talerman & Costa to reappoint them as Town Counsel, effective July 1, 2023 thru June 31, 2024 and authorize the Town Manager to sign on our behalf
*Motion: That the Select Board approve the contract with Mead, Talerman & Costa to reappoint them as Town Counsel, effective July 1, 2023 thru June 31, 2024 and authorize the Town Manager to sign on our behalf. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
Michelle Prior had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown. 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 contract with Mead, Talerman & Costa to reappoint them as Town Counsel, effective July 1, 2023 thru June 31, 2024 and authorize the Town Manager to sign on our behalf. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve One Day Liquor License(s) for Norman Doucette for Jumelage - July 14, 2023 - Sanborn House; Lauren Tiedemann for Book Ends - July 10 & 12, 2023, August 14, 2023 & September 11, 2023- Book...
*Motion That the Select Board approve One Day Liquor License(s) for Norman Doucette for Jumelage - July 14, 2023 - Sanborn House; Lauren Tiedemann for Book Ends - July 10 & 12, 2023, August 14, 2023 & September 11, 2023- Book Ends, 559 Main St; Archie McIntyre for Wright-Locke Farm - July 11, 18, 20 & 25, 2023 & August 1, 2023; Gail Ockerbloom for Studio on the Common - July 13, 2023 - Studio on the Common 22 Church Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
Michelle Prior had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown. 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 License(s) for Norman Doucette for Jumelage - July 14, 2023 - Sanborn House; Lauren Tiedemann for Book Ends - July 10 & 12, 2023, August 14, 2023 & September 11, 2023- Book Ends, 559 Main St; Archie McIntyre for Wright-Locke Farm - July 11, 18, 20 & 25, 2023 & August 1, 2023; Gail Ockerbloom for Studio on the Common - July 13, 2023 - Studio on the Common 22 Church Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve meeting minutes for April 24 & 27, 2023 and May 1, 2023
*Motion That the Select Board approve meeting minutes for April 24 & 27, 2023 and May 1, 2023. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED
Michelle Prior had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown. 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 meeting minutes for April 24 & 27, 2023 and May 1, 2023. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Adjourn
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Mucci
Michelle Prior had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown.
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, Fallon, Mucci.” (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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