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DOCUMENT : 2022-01-04-agenda-1307.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-01-04
KIND     : agenda
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Brian Lehtinen, Chairman (School Committee Representative)  Term expires June 2024 
Dave Passios, Vice Chairman (Finance Committee Representative) Term expires June 2023  
Paula Bertram, Clerk (Planning Board Representative) Term expires June 2022  
Tom Alonzo, (Select Board Representative) Term expires June 2023 
George Martin  (Appointed by Town Moderator) Term expires June 2024 
 
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 
5:30 PM 
Ritter Building 
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AGENDA 
 
The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting and are those reasonably 
anticipated by the Chair. Votes may be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in 
fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent 
permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
I. Call to Order 
II. Public Comment: Comment from the Committee, Comment from the Public 
III. Approval of Minutes 
IV. Prioritization of the FY23 Capital Plan Projects 
V. Action and Agenda Items for Future Meetings  
VI. Public Comment: Comment from the Public, Comment from the Committee  
VII. Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-08-03-agenda-1308.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-08-03
KIND     : agenda
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 
  7:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and 
will be uploaded to the LunenburgAccess YouTube after the meeting. 
 
The following information is also provided for members of the public that would like to participate in the meeting 
remotely: To Participate Remotely: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar : 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86732429485 or call Toll Free at 888 475 4499. 
 Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the  
meeting. Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak.  
 
The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Votes may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
I. Call to Order 
 
II. Public Comment:  Comment from the Committee, Comment from the Public 
 
III. Organization of the Committee 
 
IV. Review of the Capital Planning Documents and Rating Criteria 
 
V. Review Capital Planning Schedule  
 
VI. Other Business 
 
VII. Action Items for next meeting 
 
VIII. Set Meeting dates 
 
IX. Public Comment:  Comment from the Public, Comment from the Committee 
 
X. Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-08-16-agenda-1309.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-08-16
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-08-16-agenda-1309.txt
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 
  7:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
Bilotta Meeting Room, Town Hall 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and 
broadcast live over the Lunenburg Public Access channel, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be uploaded to the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube after the meeting. 
 
The following information is also provided for members of the public that would like to participate in the meeting 
remotely: To Participate Remotely: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar:  
https://zoom.us/j/9091740347 or from a telephone, dial the toll free number (888) 475-4499 and enter Webinar ID: 909-174- 
0347 # If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e-mail address. 
Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak af ter joining the meeting. 
Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak.  
 
The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Vote s may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
 
I. Call to Order 
 
II. Joint Meeting with Select Board to discuss ARPA Funding in relation to Capital Projects 
 
III. Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-09-26-agenda-1310.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-09-26
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-09-26-agenda-1310.txt
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Lunenburg Capital Planning Committee 
September 26, 2022 
Meeting Minutes 
 
Location: This meeting was held remotely via Zoom. 
 
Present: Dave Passios, Tom Alonzo, George Martin, Peter Beardmore, and Matthew Brenner. 
Call to Order: Acting Chairperson Dave Passios called meeting to order, and read a statement regarding the 
Open Meeting Law and how all public meetings are legally being held remotely, and how to attend and 
participate in those meetings. 
Organization of the Committee: Mr. Martin nominated Mr. Passios as Chairperson, Mr. Beardmore seconded. 
Mr. Passios nominated Mr. Alonzo as chairperson, Mr. Brenner seconded. Mr. Passios said he prefers Mr. 
Alonzo to take the position as Chairperson, and would like to continue serving as Vice Chair as his other 
commitments won’t allow him the time he would like to dedicate to serving as Chairperson. Mr. Alonzo said he 
is willing to serve as Chairperson. 
Mr. Martin withdrew his motion to nominate Mr. Passios as Chairperson. Mr. Beardmore withdrew his second. 
The committee unanimously voted to close nominations. 
Mr. Passios reiterated Mr. Alonzo has been nominated as Chairperson. Mr. Passios, Mr. Beardmore, Mr. 
Martin, and Mr. Brenner voted in favor of electing Mr. Alonzo. Mr. Alonzo abstained. 
Mr. Alonzo nominated Mr. Passios as Vice Chairperson, Mr. Brenner seconded. Mr. Passios declared 
nominations closed. Committee unanimously voted in favor of Mr. Passios serving as Vice Chairperson. 
Mr. Passios informed the committee that there is a minutes clerk who will be responsible for recording 
meeting minutes, and the elected Clerk may be responsible for recording minutes when the minutes clerk is 
not available. 
Mr. Beardmore volunteered to serve as clerk. Mr. Alonzo nominated Mr. Beardmore to serve as Clerk.  Mr. 
Brenner seconded. Committee unanimously voted in favor of Mr. Beardmore serving as Clerk.  
Review Capital Planning Schedule: October 13 is the deadline for department heads to submit their capital 
plan request forms. Committee will meet on various Mondays and Wednesdays depending on availability of 
meeting space, and schedules of committee members. Committee members agreed to schedule meetings a 
month in advance based on availability.  
The next meeting will be held Monday, October 17, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. in the downstairs room of the Ritter 
Building.  
Mr. Alonzo will work with Town Manager Heather Lemieux on scheduling departments with larger quantities 
of requests in order to provide enough time to answer anticipated questions regarding those requests.  
Action Items for next meeting: Discuss prioritization and ranking system for items on capital plan 
Public Comment/Committee Comment: Mr. Alonzo and Mr. Passios welcomed new members to the 
committee. 
Adjourn: Mr. Alonzo motioned to adjourn, Mr. Beardmore seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously. 
Unanimously approved by the Capital Planning 
Committee at the November 7, 2022 meeting.

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DOCUMENT : 2022-09-26-agenda-1317.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-09-26
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-09-26-agenda-1317.txt
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DOCUMENT : 2022-10-17-agenda-1318.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-10-17
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-10-17-agenda-1318.txt
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Monday, October 17, 2022 
  6:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
Ritter Building, Lower Conference Room 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded 
may be broadcast live over the Lunenburg Public Access channel, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be uploaded to the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube after the meeting. 
 
To join the meeting remotely, via Zoom: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7927370353 or from a telephone, dial the toll free number (888) 475-4499 and enter Webinar ID: 
792 737 0353 # If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e-mail address. 
Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the meeting. 
Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak. 
 
The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the me eting and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Votes may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
• Call to Order 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Review Scoring Criteria for All Capital Planning Requests 
 
• Introduce All Submitted Capital Planning Requests 
 
• Plan Department Presentation Schedule  
 
• Action Items for Next Meeting 
 
• Confirm Subsequent CPC Meetings (Date, Time and Location) 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-10-26-agenda-1302.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-10-26
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-10-26-agenda-1302.txt
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Lunenburg Capital Planning Committee 
Meeting Minutes 
October 26, 2022 
 
Location: Ritter Building  
 
Present: Chairperson Tom Alonzo, Dave Passios, George Martin, Peter Beardmore, and Matthew 
Brenner. 
Guests: Town Manager Heather Lemieux, Lunenburg Schools Superintendent Dr. Kate Burnham, School 
Facilities and Grounds Steve Pusatari, School Committee Chairperson Carol Archambault, School 
Resource Officer Brad McNamara, Lunenburg Police Chief Thomas Gammell, Lunenburg Resident 
Rhonda Lissio 
Call to Order: Chairperson Tom Alonzo called meeting to order at 6:01 p.m., and read a statement 
regarding the Open Meeting Law and how all public meetings are legally being held remotely, and how 
to attend and participate in those meetings. 
Public Comment: none 
Presentation of Capital Planning Requests: School Department 
Dr. Burnham explained that last year’s capital request for the air conditioning at the primary 
school is not financially feasible.  
Dr. Burnham presented the schools’ ten-year plan for capital planning projects. Over the next 
ten years, the primary school seeks $618,500 in capital spending. Turkey Hill Elementary School 
will seek $15,056,822, which assumes contributions from the Massachusetts School Building 
Authority (MSBA), and possibly $2,200,000 for the MS/HS to upgrade the turf field, walls, and 
concession stand.  
Over the next ten years district-wide, the schools plan to spend $343,923 on safety film for 
windows, as well as a replacement mower, 2 pickup trucks, plows, and a passenger van.  
For FY24 Dr. Burnham prioritized the school department requests: 
1. Safety Window Film Districtwide $160,000 
2. Exterior Door Replacement at THES $160,000 
3. Access and Security upgrades at the primary school and THES $83,500, $131,000 
4. Upgrade Fire Alarm system at THES $287,000 
5. Athletic Complex feasibility study $50,000 
6. New pickup truck $68,000 
 
Safety and Security requests: 
 Safety Window Film: The school department hopes to prevent, or slow down an 
intruder with the safety film, also the film is tinted, which decreases solar glare 
and decreases cooling costs. 
 
Mr. Brenner asked whether schools are still considered the safest place for 
children to be, and about the cost benefit analysis of the protective film, as well 
Unanimously approved by Capital 
Planning Committee at 11/21/2022 
meeting. 
 
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as how well the tinting works as far as cooling is concerned. Mr. Brenner also 
inquired about efficacy studies on the protective film from someone other than 
the manufacturer. Mr. Pusatari suggested searching for 3M safety glass on 
YouTube. 
Mr. Beardmore opined that it’s worth the investment if there’s any chance of 
preventing an attack.  
Chief Gammell added that the protective film is only a part of a comprehensive 
plan, and pointed out that if one aspect can even slightly change the plan of an 
attacker, it gives first responders an opportunity for prevention.   
 
 Exterior Door Replacement: Dr. Burnham explained that THES is the only school 
in the district with just one door to go through in order to enter the building. All 
other schools have a double door with a vestibule area. Dr. Burnham explained 
that the current doors have antiquated locking mechanisms, which cause staff 
members the need to be vigilant and pull on the doors to make sure they are 
latched and locked. 
 
 Access and Security Upgrade THES and Primary School: New vestibule at THES, 
upgraded door access controls and alarm keypad (to match LMHS), change from 
numeric codes to access cards, additional and upgraded security cameras, 
additional motion detectors. Having all the same security system makes 
entering schools easier for faculty, and also first responders.  
 
Mr. Alonzo asked if there is an itemized list to describe the cost of each item 
when it comes to the amount of cameras, card readers, etc. Mr. Pusatari replied 
that a lot of the cost has to do with wiring for the project.  
 
Mr. Pusatari explained that a new system will make things like entering the 
building by first responders, and not needing to know separate codes for 
separate buildings much simpler. 
 
 THES Fire Alarm System upgrade: New, and additional smoke detectors, 
upgrade and add fire alarm pull stations, new fire alarm panel and system with a 
panel interface screen. Upgrading of the system will bring it into compliance 
with current code, and reduce risk of system failure due to age.  
 
Planning Request: 
 MS/HS Athletic Complex feasibility study: current conditions show sunken 
pavers, leaning fencing, leaning walls, and drainage issues on the track and turf 
field. The study will determine whether fixing the drainage issues is even 
possible, as well as adding restroom and storage capacity, and prioritizing what 
site remediation is needed. 
 
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Committee members discussed the age of the field and whether building the 
MS/HS could be the cause of the drainage issues. Mr. Beardmore pointed out 
that the development of the field was largely a volunteer effort.  
Mr. Alonzo asked whether the study would involve replacing the track and/or 
turf. Dr. Burnham explained that she doesn’t know what the study could 
uncover with regard to repair and/or replacement. 
Operations Request: 
 Pickup Truck: Purchase of ¾ ton pickup truck with plow and sander to replace an 
11 year-old dump truck. The school department claims to need their own truck 
with plow and sander to lighten the load on DPW, especially when the parking 
lots are icy when events get out after regular business hours, and DPW workers 
have gone home for the day. 
 
Mr. Passios asked if a ¾ ton would be heavy enough to hold a sander and plow. 
Mr. Passios opined that this request is not necessarily a need.  
 
Mr. Beardmore commented that he’s personally experienced glare ice in the 
parking lot after events get out later at night.  
 
Mr. Alonzo pointed out that a ¾ ton pickup wouldn’t need to be full of sand as 
it’s only sanding the schools’ property. Mr. Alonzo added that a maintenance 
plan for school vehicles is needed.  
 
Mr. Brenner asked whether the school department can maintain its own 
vehicles. Dr. Burnham replied that they are working with the DPW on a 
maintenance plan.  
Mr. Beardmore opined that the $15 million for THES is much more needed today than it was a few years 
ago. Dr. Burnham emphasized that by taking MSBA money, an agreement is made to use the building as 
a school for the next ten years. Mr. Beardmore also expressed his concern over the safety of the school 
buildings. Mr. Passios asked whether there is federal money available for some security measures. Dr. 
Burnham claimed the state is releasing $40 million that spans pre-school through higher education, but 
no information is available on how those funds will be distributed. 
Mr. Passios expressed gratitude for the specific list of needs for THMS. 
Next Meeting: November 7 –Facilities presentation 
Action Items: Mr. Beardmore brought up Special Purpose Stabilization and ARPA Funding, and how an 
ambulance is under ARPA requests, as well as capital plan, and that the Special Purpose Stabilization 
fund is for things like ambulances. 
Mr. Alonzo responded that those topics are out of the scope of the Capital Planning Committee, and 
that funding comes from several sources which are under the discretion of the Town Manager. 
Mr. Alonzo suggested adding a minutes portion to the next agenda. 
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Public Comment: Ms. Lissio asked how much the 3M film would reduce the cost of cooling when it’s 
only to be installed on the first floor of the buildings. Ms. Lisso said she also noticed price increases of 
two requests since the school committee meeting where the requests were first presented. Mr. 
Beardmore, who is a school committee member, responded that the information that was given at the 
school committee meeting had since been updated with more current quotes. 
Ms. Lissio also expressed her opposition to funding the safety film for school buildings, and thinks it does 
not provide a measurable impact on school safety, as it only delays intrusion, and does not prevent it.  
Ms. Lissio opined she would rather see money spent on the school resource officer program, which, has 
proven successful in one of the buildings, and practically guarantees police response from an intruder. 
Ms. Lissio asked whether the town is looking to expand the school resource officer program, and 
whether there is an officer in training currently. Ms. Lissio opined that she’d like to see more officers in 
the schools before fortifying the buildings.  
Mr. Alonzo responded that the cooling savings is only 5 percent of the reasoning behind the safety film, 
and that the request has much more to do with safety. 
Mr. Alonzo responded that the Capital Planning Committee’s purview is to judge items on the capital 
plan, and that Ms. Lissio should bring her concerns to the school committee to inquire why they aren’t 
requesting more school officers.  
Mr. Alonzo asked if the Town Manager had any comment. She responded that she has broken down the 
capital plan by percentages and that the schools make up 30 percent, DPW makes 20 percent, the Fire 
Department makes 24 percent, and Facilities and Ground makes 20 percent.  
Adjournment: At 8:02 p.m. Mr. Passios motioned to adjourn, Mr. Brenner seconded. On vote, motion 
carried unanimously.

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DOCUMENT : 2022-11-07-agenda-1313.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-11-07
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-11-07-agenda-1313.txt
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Monday, November 7, 2022 
  6:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
Ritter Building, Lower Conference Room 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded 
may be broadcast live over the Lunenburg Public Access channel, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be uploaded to the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube after the meeting. 
 
To join the meeting remotely, via Zoom: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar:  
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7663167607 or from a telephone, dial the toll free number (888) 475-4499 and enter Webinar ID: 
766 316 7607 # If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e-mail address. 
Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the meeting. 
Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak.  
 
The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair . Votes may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
• Call to Order 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Presentation of Capital Planning Requests:     Facilities Department 
 
• Discussion of Capital Planning Requests 
 
• Approval of Minutes:    September 26, 2022 
 
• Action Items for Next Meeting 
 
• Confirm Subsequent CPC Meetings (Date, Time and Location) 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-11-09-agenda-1303.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-11-09
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-11-09-agenda-1303.txt
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Lunenburg Capital Planning Committee 
November 9, 2022 
Meeting Minutes 
 
Location: Ritter Building  
 
Present: Chairperson Tom Alonzo, David Passios, George Martin, Matthew Brenner, and Peter Beardmore 
(remote). 
Guests: Town Manager Heather Lemieux, Lunenburg Police Chief Thomas Gammell, Lunenburg Fire Chief 
Patrick Sullivan, Lunenburg resident Rhonda Lissio 
Call to Order: Chairperson Tom Alonzo called meeting to order at 6:01 p.m., and read a statement regarding 
the Open Meeting Law and how all public meetings are legally being held remotely, and how to attend and 
participate in those meetings. Link to recorded meeting: https://youtu.be/3quxwv-W0xs 
Public Comment:  
CPC Comment: Mr. Passios commented on the senior center parking lot discussion at the November 
9 meeting, and added that the item was omitted from last year’s capital plan because there was not 
enough information about the project. 
Public Comment: Rhonda Lissio expressed her concern about large purchase requests such as 
ambulances and fire trucks, and what it costs to maintain vehicles that are not replaced as a result of 
a denied request from a department head. 
Presentation of Capital Planning Requests: Police Department, Fire Department, DPW 
Police Department  
Chief Gammell presented a 10-year plan to the committee that does not include any requests for FY24. 
FY25: $148,249 
 Replace K9 Cruiser (2015 Chevy Tahoe) $76,191 
 Replace Traffic Cruiser (2019 Chevy Tahoe) $72,058 
 
FY26: $137,116 
 Replace Patrol Bureau cruiser (2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid) $72,058 
 Detective vehicle (2014 Ford Explorer) $65,058 
 
FY27: $212,618 
 Replace portable radios (purchased 2020) $36,500 
 Replace 2 patrol cruisers (2021 Ford Explorer Hybrids) $75,559 each 
 Replace bullet proof vests at end of life cycle $25,000 
 
FY28: $155,650 vehicle replacement –patrol cruiser, patrol supervisor cruiser (2022 Ford Explorer hybrids) 
 
Unanimously approved by Capital Planning 
Committee at 12/14/2022 meeting. 
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FY29: $252,410 
Replace School Resource Officer cruiser (2017 Ford Explorer) $80,160 
Firearms replacement $20,000 
Replace Patrol Cruiser (2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid) $80,160 
Additional unmarked vehicle to current fleet –second detective position $71,090 
 
FY30: $165,130 –regular replacement of vehicles 
 
FY31-33: Regular replacement of cruisers, administration vehicles, portable radios –unknown costs at this 
time. Chief Gammell aims to convert entire fleet to hybrid vehicles with the exception of the K9 cruiser. 
 
Mr. Martin expressed his concern over how charging stations would be handled looking out to 2030. Chief 
Gammell responded that the Facilities Director would advise on that situation when the time comes. 
  
Mr. Alonzo asked how many vehicles the Police Department has. Current fleet 17 vehicles, Detective car will 
make 18. 
 
Mr. Beardmore asked whether the School Resource Officer program would expand in coming years, and 
include canines. Chief Gammell said he is looking to expand the program if the budget allows.  
Mr. Beardmore also asked how the vehicle rotation program is changing. Chief Gammel explained he’s trying 
to keep the mileage down on the current fleet, and hopes to do so by separating the vehicles by shift in order 
to take the cars off the road for 8-16 hours downtime. Mr. Beardmore asked to see a timeline for vehicles so 
people could follow along.  
 
Mr. Alonzo asked whether the pavement management plan has affected vehicle maintenance. Chief Gammell 
said he’d look into maintenance records. 
 
Mr. Passios encouraged the use of fleet management software for all the vehicles in town that would allow 
access to maintenance records at a moment’s notice.  
 
Fire Department

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DOCUMENT : 2022-11-21-agenda-1304.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-11-21
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-11-21-agenda-1304.txt
TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11212022-1304
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Lunenburg Capital Planning Committee 
November 21, 2022 
Meeting Minutes 
 
Location: Ritter Building  
 
Present: Chairperson Tom Alonzo, David Passios, George Martin, Matthew Brenner, and Peter Beardmore. 
Guests: Lunenburg Resident Rhonda Lissio 
Call to Order: Chairperson Tom Alonzo called meeting to order at 6:01 p.m., and read a statement regarding 
the Open Meeting Law and how all public meetings are legally being held remotely, and how to attend and 
participate in those meetings. Link to recorded meeting: https://youtu.be/dZtV-sOgDZM  
Public Comment: none 
Discussion of CPC Inventory Responsibility under chapter 12-18 of the Town Bylaws 
Chapter 12-18 states:  
“The Capital Planning Committee shall establish and update a comprehensive capital plan. The 
Committee shall at least annually provide its materials to the Town Manager so that the Town 
Manager will meet the obligations of the office set forth in Section 6-7 of the Lunenburg Town 
Charter. The Capital Planning Committee shall be responsible for providing a complete inventory of 
Town property, real and personal, including school property, in conjunction with the Town 
Manager.” 
 
The committee agreed that establishing the town’s inventory in the summer before the capital 
planning process begins would be most helpful. 
Mr. Brenner added that given the purview of the committee the list should consist of items and bulk 
purchases for $20,000 and over, as well as recently retired items such as vehicles.  
Mr. Beardmore added that knowing the town’s inventory will be helpful to the town as a whole, as 
well as the Capital Planning Committee.  
 
Open Discussion of Capital Planning Requests and Prioritization:  
 
Mr. Beardmore opined that funding sources should be considered when prioritizing the list. Mr. 
Alonzo explained that funding sources are not the purview of the committee. 
 There are 29 capital plan requests totaling $3,140,110 
 
Committee members discussed wanting clarification on the Flat Hill Road drainage construction, the 
additional parking lot for the senior center, the bundled cemetery projects, and the school’s safety 
projects. Committee members also discussed 6 wheel dump trucks, and the new facility for animal 
control.  
 
Unanimously approved by Capital Planning 
Committee at 12/14/2022 meeting. 
 
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Minutes Approval: Mr. Brenner motioned to approve the minutes of the October 17, 2022, and the October 
26, 2022 meetings, Mr. Passios seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
Action Items for Next Meeting: More discussion, and prioritization of capital plan items 
Confirm Subsequent CPC Meetings: November 30, December 5, and December 14, 2022. 
Public Comment from the committee: Mr. Passios announced the holiday tree is slated to arrive November 
26, 2022 at the gazebo. Annual tree lighting will take place December 1, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.  
Public Comment from the public: Ms. Lissio commented that she would rather see the school officer 
resource program expanded than see the town spend money on protective film for windows.  
Adjournment: Mr. Brenner motioned to adjourn, Mr. Beardmore seconded. On vote, motion carried 
unanimously.

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DOCUMENT : 2022-11-21-agenda-1314.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-11-21
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-11-21-agenda-1314.txt
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Monday, November 21, 2022 
  6:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
Ritter Building, Lower Conference Room 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded 
may be broadcast live over the Lunenburg Public Access channel, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
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LunenburgAccess YouTube after the meeting. 
 
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The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting  and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Votes may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
• Call to Order 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Discussion of CPC Inventory Responsibility under chapter 12-18 of the Town Bylaws. 
 
• Open Discussion of Capital Planning Requests and Prioritization 
 
• Approval of Minutes:    October 17 and October 26, 2022 
 
• Action Items for Next Meeting 
 
• Confirm Subsequent CPC Meetings (Date, Time and Location) 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-11-30-agenda-1315.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-11-30
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-11-30-agenda-1315.txt
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Wednesday, November 30, 2022 
  6:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
Ritter Building, Lower Conference Room 
 
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The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting  and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Votes may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
• Call to Order 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Discussion of Capital Planning Requests and Preliminary Prioritization 
 
• Approval of Minutes of November 7, 2022 
 
• Action Items for Next Meeting 
 
• Confirm Subsequent CPC Meetings (Date, Time and Location) 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-12-05-agenda-1306.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-12-05
KIND     : agenda
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Lunenburg Capital Planning Committee 
December 5, 2022 
Meeting Minutes 
 
Location: Ritter Building  
 
Present: Chairperson Tom Alonzo, David Passios, George Martin, and Peter Beardmore. 
Guests: Town Manager Heather Lemieux, School Committee Chairperson Carol Archambault, Lunenburg Resident Rhonda 
Lissio 
Call to Order: Chairperson Tom Alonzo called meeting to order at 6:07 p.m., and read a statement regarding the Open 
Meeting Law and how all public meetings are legally being held remotely, and how to attend and participate in those 
meetings. Link to recorded meeting: https://youtu.be/3DtWeBgX5tE 
Public Comment:  
CPC Members: Mr. Beardmore made clear that he sees a new ambulance as a top priority, and also acknowledged 
that there is a request to fund that ambulance with some of the $3 million available in ARPA funds. Mr. Beardmore 
added that there is also $2 million dollars in the Special Purpose Stabilization fund, which he believes is for such 
purchases.  Mr. Beardmore pointed out that there is also a request to fund the radio equipment for the fire 
department with ARPA funding. Mr. Beardmore added that ARPA funds have been available for over a year, and the 
requests for the ambulance and radio equipment were made in late summer of 2022. Mr. Beardmore also 
commented on the DPW requests that were approved on Capital Plans from FY22 and FY23 for trucks that are on 
backorder, and suggested using funds currently available to order the other two trucks requested by the DPW now, 
instead of waiting for FY24, and to also purchase the ambulance with available funds, and remove those items from 
the FY24 Capital Plan requests. 
 
Public: Ms. Archambault thanked the committee for their discussion on the safety item requests for the school 
department, and asked that they carefully consider all the items, including the protective film for the windows on the 
schools, and cautioned the committee to make preparations now, and avoid finding the town in a position where they 
are wishing there could’ve been something done to prevent a tragedy. 
 
Discussion of Capital Planning Requests and Preliminary Prioritizations:  
Flat Hill Drainage Construction $240,000: Committee members agreed that this is an important project, but that more 
information is needed in order to justify the amount requested to spend. The main concern is where the water will be drained 
as it’s removed from the current site. 
Senior Center Parking Lot $150,000: Committee members acknowledged that the senior center needs more parking, but 
would like to see more information regarding the ADA Patio project, as well as a more definitive plan for the playground next 
to the proposed parking lot, which accounts for only eight parking spaces.  
Mr. Beardmore rated the project as one of the last items on the list, and pointed out that the amount of money 
requested for the project was submitted before the plans were drawn, and questioned whether $150,000 is a reliable 
estimate for the project. Mr. Alonzo, and Mr. Martin did not give the project a rating. Mr. Passios rated the project as 
number 16 out of 29 items, and clarified that he thinks the project has merit, but also agreed that more information 
would be reassuring, and would support a motion to remove the item from the plan. 
Ms. Lemieux commented that she thinks the parking lot is important as the location will provide access to the new 
patio, and help alleviate parking on Memorial Drive, which has been a problem for several years. Ms. Lemieux added 
that a plan for the lot has been provided to the committee, and she will seek answers on the question of how 
drainage will tie in with the patio.  
Approved by Capital Planning Committee 
at Dec. 28, 2022 meeting. 
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Brooks House $130,000: Committee members agreed that if the town can’t decide what to do with the Brooks House, it’s 
challenging to justify putting money into the proposed projects. Mr. Beardmore added that given the recent change in charge 
of the Municipal Building Design Committee, putting money into the Brooks House now, before knowing what that committee 
will determine regarding the Brooks House does pose a challenge. Ms. Lemieux reminded committee members that Town 
Meeting did support selling the Brooks House, but no advertisement has been published.  
Present members current rankings: 
 
After some discussion on whether and how to rank items on the plan regarding pending information as well as additional 
funding sources, committee members agreed some would change their current rankings. Mr. Alonzo anticipates receiving Mr. 
Brenner’s scores by the end of the week, and will edit the chart accordingly as soon as he has everyone’s final responses. 
Minutes: Mr. Beardmore motioned to approve the minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting, Mr. Passios seconded. On 
vote, motion carried unanimously.  
Action Items: Finalize prioritization 
Confirm subsequent meetings: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at the Ritter Building.  
Public Comment: none 
Adjournment: At 7:37 p.m., Mr. Passios motioned to adjourn, Mr. Beardmore seconded. On vote, motion carried 
unanimously.

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DOCUMENT : 2022-12-05-agenda-1311.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-12-05
KIND     : agenda
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Monday, December 5, 2022 
  6:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
Ritter Building, Lower Conference Room 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded 
may be broadcast live over the Lunenburg Public Access channel, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be uploaded to the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube after the meeting. 
 
To join the meeting remotely, via Zoom: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar:  
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7663167607 or from a telephone, dial the toll free number (888) 475-4499 and enter Webinar ID: 
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The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting  and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Votes may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
• Call to Order 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Discussion of Capital Planning Requests and Preliminary Prioritization 
 
• Approval of Minutes of November 7, 2022 
 
• Action Items for Next Meeting 
 
• Confirm Subsequent CPC Meetings (Date, Time and Location) 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Adjournment

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DOCUMENT : 2022-12-28-agenda-1312.txt
BOARD    : capital-planning-committee
DATE     : 2022-12-28
KIND     : agenda
OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/capital-planning-committee/2022-12-28-agenda-1312.txt
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CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE 
Wednesday, December 28, 2022 
  6:00 PM  
     AGENDA 
REMOTE MEETING ONLY 
 
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may be broadcast live over the Lunenburg Public Access channel, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
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LunenburgAccess YouTube after the meeting. 
 
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The agenda lists all the topics which may be discussed at the meeting and are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Votes may 
be taken as a result of these discussions. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought 
up for discussion to the extent permitted by Open Meeting Law. 
 
 
• Call to Order 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Review and Vote on Final Ranking of All FY24 Capital Planning Requests 
 
• Approval of Minutes of November 30, 2022 and December 5, 2022 
 
• Proposed Dates and Action Items for Next Meeting 
 
• Public Comment 
  a. CPC Members 
  b. Public 
 
• Adjournment