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May 19, 2025
12 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Michelle Prior, Anthea Brady, Michael Bettencourt, William McGonigle, Paras Bhayani
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
OPENING
Adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to Muraco Culvert, Shannon Estates, Waterfield Lot - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 2 - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation...
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to Muraco Culvert, Shannon Estates, Waterfield Lot - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 2 - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; 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 - McGonigle VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Bhayani
Yes: Bettencourt, Bhayani, Brady, McGonigleThe 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 Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters related to Muraco Culvert, Shannon Estates, Waterfield Lot - MGL Ch. 30 §21(a) 2 - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; 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 - McGonigle VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Bhayani.” (Motion: Brady, second: McGonigle)
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 - Bhayani VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Bhayani, Prior
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn from Executive Session to Public Session, not to return to Executive Session. Brady - Bhayani VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Bhayani, Prior.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bhayani)
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS
Accept, with gratitude, EEC Stabilization Grant of $13,720.00 for the Recreation Department Kid Connection/WRAP EEC Childcare license for the month of May 2025
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, EEC Stabilization Grant of $13,720.00 for the Recreation Department Kid Connection/WRAP EEC Childcare license for the month of May 2025. 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 accept, with gratitude, EEC Stabilization Grant of $13,720.00 for the Recreation Department Kid Connection/WRAP EEC Childcare license for the month of May 2025. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Accept, with gratitude, a donation of $2,574 from the Friends of Winchester Recreation and Community Services to the Recreation Department/DPW to purchase materials to repair the Borggarrd bath...
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, a donation of $2,574 from the Friends of Winchester Recreation and Community Services to the Recreation Department/DPW to purchase materials to repair the Borggarrd bath house roof. 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 accept, with gratitude, a donation of $2,574 from the Friends of Winchester Recreation and Community Services to the Recreation Department/DPW to purchase materials to repair the Borggarrd bath house roof. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Accept, with gratitude, a Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Grant of $6,930 from the MassDEP to the Town of Winchester for the Aerobic Digester at the Transfer Station
*Motion That the Select Board accept, with gratitude, a Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Grant of $6,930 from the MassDEP to the Town of Winchester for the Aerobic Digester at the Transfer Station. 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 accept, with gratitude, a Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Grant of $6,930 from the MassDEP to the Town of Winchester for the Aerobic Digester at the Transfer Station. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Arbor Day Proclamation
Approve the Arbor Day Proclamation and authorize the Chair to sign the proclamation
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Arbor Day Proclamation and authorize the Chair to sign the proclamation. 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 Arbor Day Proclamation and authorize the Chair to sign the proclamation. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve One Day Liquor License(s) for Michelle Noska for Beaujolais Catering - June 1, 2025 - Wright-Locke Farm All Seasons Barn; Amy Rindskopf for Wright-Locke Farm - May 29 & June 21, 2025 -...
*Motion That the Select Board approve One Day Liquor License(s) for Michelle Noska for Beaujolais Catering - June 1, 2025 - Wright-Locke Farm All Seasons Barn; Amy Rindskopf for Wright-Locke Farm - May 29 & June 21, 2025 - Wright-Locke Farm All Seasons Barn; Diana Kinosian for Boston's Best Bartending - June7, 2025 - Wright-Locke Farm All Seasons Barn; Brian Carlisle - May 24, 2025 - Griffin Museum; Diana Kinosian for Boston's Best Bartending - July 13, 2025 - Winchester Boat Club; Celine Kimberly for Nouvelle Holdings - May 23, 30 & 31, 2025 - Nouvelle Maison 30 Church 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 One Day Liquor License(s) for Michelle Noska for Beaujolais Catering - June 1, 2025 - Wright-Locke Farm All Seasons Barn; Amy Rindskopf for Wright-Locke Farm - May 29 & June 21, 2025 - Wright-Locke Farm All Seasons Barn; Diana Kinosian for Boston's Best Bartending - June7, 2025 - Wright-Locke Farm All Seasons Barn; Brian Carlisle - May 24, 2025 - Griffin Museum; Diana Kinosian for Boston's Best Bartending - July 13, 2025 - Winchester Boat Club; Celine Kimberly for Nouvelle Holdings - May 23, 30 & 31, 2025 - Nouvelle Maison 30 Church Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve the Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub's request to have the Farmers Market on the Town Common every Saturday from June 14 to October 25, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub's request to have the Farmers Market on the Town Common every Saturday from June 14 to October 25, 2025 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 the Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub's request to have the Farmers Market on the Town Common every Saturday from June 14 to October 25, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve the Parade Permit request to hold the Memorial Day Parade on Monday May 26, 2025, assembling at the Winchester High School campus at 9:00 a.m
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Parade Permit request to hold the Memorial Day Parade on Monday May 26, 2025, assembling at the Winchester High School campus at 9:00 a.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 the Parade Permit request to hold the Memorial Day Parade on Monday May 26, 2025, assembling at the Winchester High School campus at 9:00 a.m. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve Aaronap Cellars LLC Agriculturally Produced Wine Special Permit to sell alcoholic beverages at the Winchester Farmers Market on Saturdays from June 14 to October 25, 2025
*Motion That the Select Board approve Aaronap Cellars LLC Agriculturally Produced Wine Special Permit to sell alcoholic beverages at the Winchester Farmers Market on Saturdays from June 14 to October 25, 2025. 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 Aaronap Cellars LLC Agriculturally Produced Wine Special Permit to sell alcoholic beverages at the Winchester Farmers Market on Saturdays from June 14 to October 25, 2025. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Approve the Sidewalk for Commercial Purposes Licenses for Revel at 7 Thompson Street
*Motion That the Select Board approve the Sidewalk for Commercial Purposes Licenses for Revel at 7 Thompson 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 the Sidewalk for Commercial Purposes Licenses for Revel at 7 Thompson Street. Brady - Bettencourt VOTED.” (Motion: Brady, second: Bettencourt)
Adjourn
*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Brady - McGonigle VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Bhayani, Prior
From the minutes
“*Motion: That the Select Board adjourn for the evening. Brady - McGonigle VOTED Roll Call: Brady, Bettencourt, McGonigle, Bhayani, Prior.” (Motion: Brady, second: McGonigle)
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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