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September 23, 2024
23 recorded votes, 21 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Michelle Prior, Michael Bettencourt, Anthea Brady, William McGonigle
Absent: John Fallon
Every vote, in order
OPENING
Adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to 160 Forest St, 10 Converse Place, Washington/Swanton St, Waterfield Lot - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 6 - To consider the...
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to 160 Forest St, 10 Converse Place, Washington/Swanton St, Waterfield Lot - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 6 - To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 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. McGonigle - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Prior
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to 160 Forest St, 10 Converse Place, Washington/Swanton St, Waterfield Lot - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 6 - To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 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. McGonigle - Bettencourt VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Prior.” (Motion: McGonigle, 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. Bettencourt - McGonigle VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Prior
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, not to return to Executive Session. Bettencourt - McGonigle VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Prior.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: McGonigle)
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS
Accept, with gratitude, donations in the amount of $290 to the Council on Aging for appreciation of transportation services provided
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, donations in the amount of $290 to the Council on Aging for appreciation of transportation services provided. Bettencourt - Brady 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 accept, with gratitude, donations in the amount of $290 to the Council on Aging for appreciation of transportation services provided. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Accept, with gratitude, a donation of $300 from Catherine Alexander towards the memorial for John Sullivan
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, a donation of $300 from Catherine Alexander towards the memorial for John Sullivan. Bettencourt - Brady 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 accept, with gratitude, a donation of $300 from Catherine Alexander towards the memorial for John Sullivan. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
TOWN MANAGER REPORT AND COMMENTS
Waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow Steven Danizio, Alex Skarin & John Paul Marino to begin their employment
*Motion That the Select Board waive the customary fifteen (15) day appointment waiting period to allow Steven Danizio, Alex Skarin & John Paul Marino to begin their employment. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Steven Danizio, Alex Skarin & John Paul Marino to begin their employment. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Used Car Dealer 's License, Class II
Approve Used Car Dealer's License, Class II for Boston Prime Cars LLC, 802 Main Street
*Motion That the Select Board approve Used Car Dealer's License, Class II for Boston Prime Cars LLC, 802 Main Street. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Used Car Dealer's License, Class II for Boston Prime Cars LLC, 802 Main Street. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Eversource Grant of Location: Johnson Road
Approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 17-feet of conduit on Johnson Road within the public right-of-way to provide service at 105 Johnson Road
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 17-feet of conduit on Johnson Road within the public right-of-way to provide service at 105 Johnson Road. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Eversource Grant of Location to install 17-feet of conduit on Johnson Road within the public right-of-way to provide service at 105 Johnson Road. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Eversource Grant of Location: North Gateway
Approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 17-feet of conduit on North Gateway within the public right-of-way to provide service at 1 North Gateway
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 17-feet of conduit on North Gateway within the public right-of-way to provide service at 1 North Gateway. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Eversource Grant of Location to install 17-feet of conduit on North Gateway within the public right-of-way to provide service at 1 North Gateway. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Eversource Grant of Location: Rocky Ledge Terrace
Approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 206- feet of conduit in on Wagon Wheel Road and Rocky Ledge Terrace within the public right-of-way to provide service to a new development at...
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 206- feet of conduit in on Wagon Wheel Road and Rocky Ledge Terrace within the public right-of-way to provide service to a new development at the end of Rocky Ledge Terrace. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Eversource Grant of Location to install 206- feet of conduit in on Wagon Wheel Road and Rocky Ledge Terrace within the public right-of-way to provide service to a new development at the end of Rocky Ledge Terrace. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Eversource Grant of Location: Vinson Circle
Approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 8.5- feet of conduit on Vinson Circle within the public right-of-way to provide service at 6 Vinson Circle
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Eversource Grant of Location to install 8.5- feet of conduit on Vinson Circle within the public right-of-way to provide service at 6 Vinson Circle. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Eversource Grant of Location to install 8.5- feet of conduit on Vinson Circle within the public right-of-way to provide service at 6 Vinson Circle. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Traffic Hearing: Downtown Handicap Parking Spaces
Approve the installation of two handicap parking spaces, one on Main Street in front of Bruegger's and the other in the first space on Church Street to the north of Waterfield Road
*Motion That the Select Board approve the installation of two handicap parking spaces, one on Main Street in front of Bruegger's and the other in the first space on Church Street to the north of Waterfield Road. Bettencourt - Brady 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 installation of two handicap parking spaces, one on Main Street in front of Bruegger's and the other in the first space on Church Street to the north of Waterfield Road. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Common Victualler 's Wines & Malts Beverage License
Approve the he Common Victualler's Wines & Malts Beverage License Sei Stelle LLC d/b/a Caffe Ducali 959 Main Street and that issuance is consistent with the ZBA decision for the property
*Motion That the Select Board approve the he Common Victualler's Wines & Malts Beverage License Sei Stelle LLC d/b/a Caffe Ducali 959 Main Street and that issuance is consistent with the ZBA decision for the property Bettencourt - McGonigle 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 he Common Victualler's Wines & Malts Beverage License Sei Stelle LLC d/b/a Caffe Ducali 959 Main Street and that issuance is consistent with the ZBA decision for the property Bettencourt - McGonigle VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: McGonigle)
Committees & Commissions Appointments/Reappointments
Reappoint Rick Eno and Ruth Trimarchi as members of the Climate Action Advisory Committee terms to expire August 31, 2027
*Motion That the Select Board reappoint Rick Eno and Ruth Trimarchi as members of the Climate Action Advisory Committee terms to expire August 31, 2027. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Rick Eno and Ruth Trimarchi as members of the Climate Action Advisory Committee terms to expire August 31, 2027. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Appoint Damien Thiery as a member of the Climate Action Advisory Committee, term to expire August 31, 2026
*Motion That the Select Board appoint Damien Thiery as a member of the Climate Action Advisory Committee, term to expire August 31, 2026. Bettencourt - Brady 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 appoint Damien Thiery as a member of the Climate Action Advisory Committee, term to expire August 31, 2026. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Health Department Revolving Fund
Increase the Health Department request to increase the budget by $40,000 to $140,000
*Motion: That the Select Board increase the Health Department request to increase the budget by $40,000 to $140,000. Bettencourt - Brady 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 increase the Health Department request to increase the budget by $40,000 to $140,000. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
ARPA Funds
Approve $220,876 to award Community ARPA Grants to the applicants as listed
*Motion: That the Select Board approve $220,876 to award Community ARPA Grants to the applicants as listed. Bettencourt - Brady 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 $220,876 to award Community ARPA Grants to the applicants as listed. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Allocate $1.3 million of ARPA Funds towards the completion of the WHS gym floor replacement project
*Motion: That the Select Board allocate $1.3 million of ARPA Funds towards the completion of the WHS gym floor replacement project. Bettencourt - Brady 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 allocate $1.3 million of ARPA Funds towards the completion of the WHS gym floor replacement project. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Rescind $65,099 of ARPA Funds approved 7/18/22 for the Public Safety Dispatch Equipment
*Motion: That the Select Board rescind $65,099 of ARPA Funds approved 7/18/22 for the Public Safety Dispatch Equipment. Bettencourt - Brady 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 rescind $65,099 of ARPA Funds approved 7/18/22 for the Public Safety Dispatch Equipment. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Fall Town Meeting Articles
Co-sponsor the Specialized Energy Code Municipal Opt-in article with the Climate Action Advisory Committee
*Motion: That the Select Board co-sponsor the Specialized Energy Code Municipal Opt-in article with the Climate Action Advisory Committee. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, McGonigle Motion Passes 3-1 No: Prior
Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, McGonigleNo: Prior
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board co-sponsor the Specialized Energy Code Municipal Opt-in article with the Climate Action Advisory Committee. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, McGonigle Motion Passes 3-1 No: Prior.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Co-sponsor the Winchester Gym Floor-Supplemental Free Cash article with the EFPBC
*Motion: That the Select Board co-sponsor the Winchester Gym Floor-Supplemental Free Cash article with the EFPBC. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, McGonigle Motion Passes 3-0-1 Abstain: Prior
Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, McGonigleAbstained: Prior
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board co-sponsor the Winchester Gym Floor-Supplemental Free Cash article with the EFPBC. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED Yes: Bettencourt, Brady, McGonigle Motion Passes 3-0-1 Abstain: Prior.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Approve Fall Town Meeting Warrant Articles in substantial form as presented
*Motion: That the Select Board approve Fall Town Meeting Warrant Articles in substantial form as presented. Bettencourt - Brady 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 Fall Town Meeting Warrant Articles in substantial form as presented. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve One Day Liquor License(s) for Jean Wallace for Studio on the Common - October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2024 and November 7 & 14, 2024 - Studio on the Common 22 Church Street; Diana Kinosian for...
*Motion That the Select Board approve One Day Liquor License(s) for Jean Wallace for Studio on the Common - October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2024 and November 7 & 14, 2024 - Studio on the Common 22 Church Street; Diana Kinosian for Boston's Best Bartending - November 2, 2024 - Town Hall Auditorium; Michelle Noska for Beaujolais Catering - October 20, 2024 - Wright-Locke Farm; Catherine Steinhoff for East Meets West Catering - October 5, 2024 - Sanborn House; Norman Doucette for Jumelage - October 25, 2024 - Sanborn House; Adel Donegan for Happy Hostess at Your Service - October 12, 2024 - Sanborn House. Bettencourt - Brady 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 License(s) for Jean Wallace for Studio on the Common - October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2024 and November 7 & 14, 2024 - Studio on the Common 22 Church Street; Diana Kinosian for Boston's Best Bartending - November 2, 2024 - Town Hall Auditorium; Michelle Noska for Beaujolais Catering - October 20, 2024 - Wright-Locke Farm; Catherine Steinhoff for East Meets West Catering - October 5, 2024 - Sanborn House; Norman Doucette for Jumelage - October 25, 2024 - Sanborn House; Adel Donegan for Happy Hostess at Your Service - October 12, 2024 - Sanborn House. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
Adjourn
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED Roll Call: Brady, McGonigle, Prior
Yes: Brady, McGonigle, PriorThe 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 for the evening. Bettencourt - Brady VOTED Roll Call: Brady, McGonigle, Prior.” (Motion: Bettencourt, second: Brady)
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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