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DOCUMENT : 2020-04-21-minutes-5196.txt
BOARD    : select-board
DATE     : 2020-04-21
KIND     : minutes
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Members present: Tom Alonzo, Chairman; Phyllis Luck, Vice Chairman; Damon McQuaid,
Clerk; Katey Adams, Michael-Ray Jeffreys
Also Present: Town Manager Heather Lemieux; Rebecca Lantry, Historical Commission Chair
The meeting commenced at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Alonzo announced this was the April 21st Board of
Selectmen meeting. In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be
advised this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over the Lunenburg Public Access channel
and also being recorded as a zoom meeting.
The Town of Lunenburg, in response to the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) is currently following the
guidance from the Lunenburg Board of Health, Massachusetts Department of Public Health and
the CDC regarding the virus and steps communities can take to prevent the spread and all town
tacilities are currently closed to the public.
In accordance with the Governor's Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting
Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public meetings are being conducted remotely. This meeting will be
broadcast live through local access cable, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be
able to be found on the LunenburgAccess YouTube channel within 24 hours 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 #
Mr. Alonzo stated he would do a roll call to confirm that all persons anticipated on the agenda
are present and can hear me. When I call your name, please respond in the affirmative and then
state your name."
Mr. Alonzo stated, "I as the Chair am here."
Mr. McQuaid-"Here"
Ms. Adams-"Here,"
Mr. Jeffreys - "Here,"
Ms. Luck: "Here,"
Town Manager Heather Lemieux-"Here."
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Mr. McQuaid stated he would only be joining the meeting for the public comment this evening.
As his wife tested positive for the Covid -19 virus on Saturday. She is self-quarantined in their
bedroom and he is taking care of their two children. She is doing fine and has had mild
symptoms so far. She would never have been tested if not for 10 other nurses where she works
being out sick, she hasn't had a fever at all and a low temperature. Mr. Alonzo asked him to give
her their best and for all to stay safe. If you need anything, you know how to reach us.
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not representative of our values as a town. I certainly do not get that vibe. I want to remind that
all of us need to be vigilant that in these difficult times when we are all going through pretty
equal things, that evil is right around the corner. So be mindful of that and continue to pray for
one another's strength and resilience during these difficult times. Stay focused on what matters,
which is all the people around us and that we love, because no matter what our skin color may
be, we all possess the same capabilities to love and want to be loved.
Dave Passios, 56 Whiting Street, in regards to a vote that the BOS took at their last meeting,
waiving late fees and interest on tax bills due on May 1. He believed it would have been more
appropriate to vote to change the due date to June 1st. Many people who are out of work now,
will most likely still be out of work on June 1" and maybe even July 1st. Many are going to have
trouble covering their tax bill even on the 29th of May.
Ms. Lemieux noted that the BOS voted to waive the late fees and interest through the 29th of
June and that is according to the Departmentof Revenue guidelines.
Carl Luck, 50 Sunset Lane, thanked Mr. Jeffreys for bringing up concerns about the proposed
location of the new fueling station at DPW during last week's BOS meeting. Although I am a
current member of the Conservation Commission and participated in last week's hearing on the
Request for Determination for this work, I am speaking tonight as a very concerned citizen.
My concerns lie in two key areas: The risks of this new facility being located within the
protected area of the Mulpus Brook and putting Hickory Hills in harm's way and the impact on
the schedule and cost of this project due to this choice of location.
When the Town voted to approve funding this project, the clear expectation was that the new
fueling area would be moved outside of the protected 200 foot riverfront area. It was therefore
quite a surprise to myself and others close to the process that the proposal submitted to
Conservation last week was for the tanks to be located in basically the same location as the
current ones, a little over 100 ft. from the Mulpus.
Given the sensitivity of the location being proposed by the DPW, the Conservation Commission
voted 6-1 that a Notice of Intent would be required. This is consistent with past applications such
as the new Unitil building and gas station on Electric Ave., both dealing with hazardous
materials adjacent to wetlands. In those cases there was less risk than this fueling station next to
the Mulpus. The Mulpus is an environmentally sensitive cold water fishery that empties into
Hickory Hills one and a half miles downstream. After the Conservation hearing, the DPW
Director sent an email to the Commission. In it he noted two key concerns with the decision to
require an NOI; first the impact to schedule and second the impact to cost. I fully agree with the
Director's assessment, putting this facility within the riverfront protected area will increase the
time and cost to the project. Our permitting process needs to be as rigorous, uniform, and provide
similar or better safeguards as was required for Unitil and the gas station. We, the Town, need to
hold ourselves to the same high environmental standards that we require of all other applicants.
The reality is, placing this fueling station within the riverfront and following the proper NOI
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this fueling station within the Mulpus riverfront protected area?
I firmly believe the answer is that we do not have to incur these delays, costs or risks. There has
to be another equally and perhaps more advantageous location on the DPW site that this fueling
station can be located that is outside the riverfront. For instance, there is a flat area at the
southwest corner of the lot that has about 3 times the area proposed, it is outside of the riverfront
and is currently only used for storage of 12 junk cars, a pile of 30 old TV's and various other
items that can be disposed of, or moved. When the engineer representing this project was asked
by the Conservation Commission if there were any alternate location on the site, he
acknowledged that he did not know as this had not been considered. It appears that there has
been no real, professional attempt to find an alternate location outside of the riverfront.
In summary, I am requesting the BOS and Town Manager to take the time and effort to become
educated on all of the issues surrounding this project, require a professional assessment of
alternate locations, get all stake holders' input and come to your own conclusions on what is
truly best for the Town. Of course do this in advance of investing more time and money into the
costly process of an NOI is based on this highly undesirable location of this fueling station.
There were no announcements at this time.
APPOINTMENTS
American Cancer Society-Bicycles Battling Cancer Ride Request- August 22, 2020
Mr. Alonzo stated the original date of June 14" had been changed to August 22n° due to the state
of emergency. He read aloud the request from Mark Walter:
"I'm once again working with the American Cancer Society to help coordinate the annual Bicycles Battling Cancer
ride which takes place this year on Sunday, June 14, 2020 and I'm writing to ask for your approval for this charity
ride to come through Lunenburg. The selectmen and chief have approved the ride in the past and we would
appreciate your continued support.
Before getting into the details of the ride (below), I wanted you to know that I recognize the coronavirus has
taken us into unchartered waters and the cancellation of events and public gatherings has been a prudent
decision under these circumstances (I had to cancel an event I manage that was scheduled for this past
Sunday). Hopefully, the situation is under control when our charity ride comes around 3 months from now, but
if it is not I understand an approval of our ride given now could be rescinded later if necessary in the interest of
public health and safety. Bicycles Battling Cancer is an outdoor cycling fundraiser that offers 30, 50, 70, and
100 mile route options to cyclists. The ride starts and ends in Marlborough, MA. This is not a race and cyclists
will be told to obey the rules of the road and ride single file. The ride utilizes about 2 miles of Lunenburg roads
which are miles 16-18 of the 50, 70 and 100 mile rides (the first 25 miles of these routes are the same; the 30
mile ride does not enter Lunenburg). We are expecting about 200-250 cyclists in these rides and I expect they
will be coming through town 8:00am-9:15am. You can see the complete 100 mile route
here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26476575. For convenience | have attached a map that shows just the
Lunenburg roads utilized for the event.
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atmosphere that would preclude us from having this.
Motion: K. Adams
2n°: P. Luck
To approve the August 22nd Bicycles Battling Cancer Ride as long as the state of
emergency has been lifted and there are no further health and safety concerns
Discussion: Mr. Jeffreys stated they are already advertising this and asked what kind of
support they are looking for from the Town. Mr. Alonzo stated he did not think were even
asking for a police detail, they are marking the route ahead of time for the riders. Mr.
Jeffreys asked if the Saturday date might be a problem as the event usually was held on a
Sunday. Mr. Alonzo did not believe so as the route in town is only a couple of miles.
Vote: Ms. Luck-aye, Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. Jeffreys- abstain, Mr. Alonzo - aye
Meeting with Rebecca Lantry of Historical Commission re: Article and Ballot Question to
Adopt Community Preservation Act
Mr. Alonzo informed Ms. Lantry that there were questions from the BOS members last week
regarding the CPA Act.
Ms. Lemieux directed the BOS to an informational guideline release from the Division of Local
Services outlining the timeline for a town meeting and ballot vote. Town Meeting comes first
and determines the wording for the ballot vote. We cannot have a ballot vote at the Annual Town
Election for this question because there has to be a minimum of 35 days prior to the ballot vote
following the Town meeting. The next available election would be the fall state election. The
state needs 60 day notice for the ballot wording.
Mr. Alonzo stated there were concerns expressed by other BOS members as to the timing of the
warrant article due to the economic state caused by the pandemic.
Ms. Luck had submitted four questions and Mr. Alonzo read them aloud for the meeting
viewers:
1. What is the cost impact of this "surcharge", when including the $100k deduction from value, on the
owner of an "average" valued home in Lunenburg?
The average residential home value in Lunenburg is $332,447 and with $100k exemption and 3%
surcharge, and current tax rate the surcharge would be $126.35.
a. What is the cost impact on the owner of a home valued at 1/2 the average? ($166,223 value, minus
$100K, divided by 1,000, multiplied by 18.12, multiplied by.03 = $35.99)
b. What is the cost impact on the owner of a home valued at twice the average? ($664,894 value, minus
$100K, divided by 1,000, multiplied by 18.12, multiplied by.03 = $307.07)
c. What is the cost impact on the owner of a home valued at 3x the average? ($997,341 value, minus
$100K, divided by 1,000, multiplied by 18.12, multiplied by.03 = $487.79)
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precisely since several decile "3" communities have received less than 100% and one decile "4".
", Whately,
has received 100% in more than 1 year.
It based upon population of the community. Smaller towns would receive 100% match if they go for
maximum of 3%.
4. Based on the answer to question 3, what drives the statement that "Lunenburg will receive 100%
reimbursement"?
This is based on the maximum 3% and the size of our community.
Mr. Alonzo noted this is a guideline, there is no guarantee on the funding allotment. Mr. Jeffreys
thanked Ms. Lantry and Ms. Lemieux for the information. He asked about commercial property
being exempted. What do most towns handle that? Ms. Lantry stated it is up to Town Meeting to
determine whether commercial. Do we want to give them that option or do we want them to
share the burden equally? There is opportunity to do this at Town Meeting
Mr. Jeffreys asked what she would prefer. Ms. Lantry did not want to comment. Mr. Jeffreys
noted unemployment is projected to be on the increase going into the summer and asked if she
had any updates on the question he asked her about the value of the CPA to homeowners. Ms.
Lantry stated she had not had a chance to research that due to an educational commitment and
will try to get that information to him via email.
He asked her if it is denied this year do you think would people vote in favor of it in the future
and do you think we should postpone this until next year due to the economic climate.
Ms. Lantry stated it's difficult, when we started this it was due to many things that we could not
find the funding for. Whether it is to stabilize a building that is breaking down due to demolition
by neglect or to assure a senior can stay in their home because they need a wheelchair access and
they can't afford it this seemed like found money and we should get after it. We could go to as
little as .5% just to get on board and raise the limit later. We have already done stuff that we
could have paid half as much for. We just should do it.
Ms. Adams stated with so much uncertainty she felt it was a hard time for people to digest and
understand this. So many people are going to be asking for help. We can present them in a time
when we have a better understanding for what is happening. Ms. Lantry stated it also funds
housing assistance, it's percentages going to different options. It does offer people assistance in
these crazy times.
Ms. Luck agreed with Ms. Adams that we are experiencing a period we haven't seen in over a
hundred years and felt it was not the time.
Ms. Lantry asked Ms. Lemieux in the timeframe for the fall election, where does the fall town
meeting lie and would that be in the 60 day category? Ms. Lemieux stated mid-November, after
the state election so it would have to be at the 2021 annual town election. Mr. Jeffreys asked for
a recommendation from Ms. Lemieux. She did not have one and appreciated all the work that
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warrant goes to print. Mr. Alonzo stated the BOS would be meeting again next week but they
would not be rehashing this discussion because nothing will change between now and next week,
so a decision would be needed before the meeting.
INTERVIEWS/APPOINTMENTS/ RE-APPOINTMENTS/ RESIGNATIONS
There were none this evening.
CURRENT BUSINESS
1. Town Manager COVID-19 Update
Ms. Lemieux highlighted the updates since last week.
The Board of Health is issuing weekly updates. The update received Sunday is dated April 17th
and has been put on the COVID-19 Information Center page on the town website and new
updates are on the home page under News & Announcements. As of today, there are twenty-
four confirmed positive cases in Lunenburg and one death.
Today Governor Baker announced that all schools would be closed for the remainder of the
school year.
No decisions have been made yet as to the extension of school fields and playgrounds
beyond May 4"h yet but the school will be evaluating closures as restrictions are lifted.
All town facilities and town playgrounds are currently closed until May 4th.
Based on a weekly briefing today, the Lieutenant Governor said that they will be announcing
further decisions about the May 4*h date later this week and addressing re-openings. Re-
openings will be triggered by data to which activities and places can re-open safely and they
will move away from essential and non-essential designations.
Eagle House staff is rotating between working at the Senior Center and working remotely and is
still be performing outreach, delivery of Meals on Wheels, and other vital services to our seniors.
Since March 13, 2020, the staff has made 385 wellness/telephone reassurance calls to check on
seniors. The COA has distributed 34 boxes and have 21 food boxes left that have food from the
Salvation Army, Lions Club and toilet paper from the Senior Center.
The COA has also received 22 donated facemasks from Lydia Gravell of the Library and 14
from a Lunenburg resident, Carole Redden. Please contact the COA Director Sue Doherty at
(978) 582-4166 or sdoherty@lunenburgonline.com to inquire about receiving a food box, a
facemask, or Meals on Wheels.
The Special State Election will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
The Annual Town Meeting will be held on Saturday, June 13 beginning at 9 a.m.
The Town Caucus has been rescheduled until May 13th at 7 p.m. to be held at the Turkey Hill
Elementary School.
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COVID-19 in Massachusetts (as of 4/20/20):
As of April 20th there are 39,643 COVID-19 cases and 1,809 deaths. 169,398 patients have
been tested to date by the MA State Public Health Laboratory, hospitals and commercial
laboratories. This information is now posted on the Department of Public Health COVID-19
website, with a breakdown of coronavirus cases by city and town. The page can be accessed
by going to: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-response-reporting#covid-19-
cases-by-city/town-. The Department of Public Health has created a dashboard as well with
comprehensive, detailed COVID-19 data, including trend data, case rates, testing, and
breakdowns by age, sex, race, ethnicity and geography. https://www.mass.gov/doc/covid-19-
dashboard-
Today Governor Baker announced that all non-emergency childcare programs would remain
closed until June 29th
The Massachusetts RMV has implemented further extensions for expiring motor vehicle
inspection stickers, passenger plate registrations, professional credentials, and licenses and
permits, including Commercial Driver's Licenses and Permits (CDLs / CLPs).
While 60-day extensions had already been implemented for most credentials, passenger plate
registrations, and inspection stickers expired or expiring in March and April, this new action
will apply the same 60-day extension to those expiring in May. Additionally, credentials
expiring in March 2020 that previously were extended by 60 days will have an additional 60-
day extension applied.
The Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) has released helpful new resources and
guidance to support individuals seeking to claim unemployment benefits. The Pandemic
Unemployment Assistance program is now accepting applications; this program provides up to
39 weeks of unemployment benefits to individuals who are unable to work because of a
COVID-19 related reason, but are not eligible for regular or extended unemployment benefits.
This includes the self-employed, independent contractors, workers with limited work history,
and others. Individuals can review eligibility scenarios here and apply for PUA here.
The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES)
Act passed by the U.S. Congress were intended to assist business owners but the funding through
the Small Business Administration has run out of funding and the Small Business
Administration's Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL),
and the EIDL Loan Advance are not accepting new applications. While the PPP is not actively
accepting applications, businesses should consider working with their SBA lender and preparing
a loan application in the event that additional funding is made available.
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4. Action File Issues
Ms. Luck wanted to put the location of the fuel tanks discussion on a future agenda
with the pertinent parties. Mr. Alonzo stated he would confer with Ms. Lemieux but it
will not be on next weeks' agenda.
Mr. Jeffreys echoed what Ms. Luck requested and looked forward to that discussion.
Ms. Adams asked for any state updates regarding the intersection of Mass. Ave. and
Electric Ave. Mr. Lemieux stated she did reach out but currently everyone at
MassDOT is working remotely.
5. Committee Reports- there were none this evening.
1. OLD BUSINESS
1. Proposed ballot question for the Annual Town Election regarding Adoption of the
Community Preservation Act- this was passed over as not being done due to state
deadlines
2. Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
This will be discussed at the April 28 meeting. Ms. Luck stated she attended the Finance
Committee meeting last week and felt it was still too aggressive. After some discussion,
Ms. Lemieux stated the recommendation she provided last week is a very conservative
approach. There is $812,000 excess levy capacity in that recommendation, which means
that we are not raising it at the Annual Town Meeting and it allows us to see 1s' quarter
revenues of fiscal year 2021 and go to the fall special town meeting and make
adjustments. Further discussion ensued about the budget. It was determined that Ms.
Luck, Ms. Adams and Mr. Jeffreys wanted to see a budget consisting of the following:
no 2.5% increases, capital purchases put on hold, and budgets reduced short of letting
staff go.
Teri Burchfield, Finance Committee Chair, via telephone, stated she is confused by what
you are asking Ms. Lemieux to do. You need to provide a dollar amount you want to see.
There are no new positions in the budget for next year, From my perspective, it is a
conservative budget in terms of local receipts. The Finance Committee feels the Town
Manager is moving in the right direction and answering all the questions that we have
going forward. I don't want to see people cut but you may see that if you want money in
there for the buildings to be maintained. I think Town Manger is working to present a very
conservative budget. Mr. Alonzo thanked Ms. Burchfield for her feedback.
3. Discussion on Fiscal Year 2021 Budget, FY21 Capital Plan, and Five Year
Financial Forecast-
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• Americans with Disabilities Act Commission vacancy)
• Architectural Preservation District Commission (1 design professional; craftsperson or
building contractor familiar with historic renovation)
• Finance Committee (1 position appointed by the Finance Committee Appointing
Committee
• Open Space Committee (1 vacancy-citizen at large)
• Planning Board (1 position appointed by the remaining members of the Planning Board
and the Board of Selectmen until the next Annual Town Election in May)
• Zoning Board of Appeals (2 Associate vacancies)
Talent bank forms can be obtained on the Town Website and forwarded to the Board of Selectmen's
Office.
Fuel Tank Update:
The Conservation Commission had a public hearing on a Request for Determination of
Applicability to determine if the fuel tank project will require a Notice of Intent to be filed and
determined that it will in fact need to need to file a NOI.
FY 2021 Financial Updates:
I met with the Capital Planning Committee on Thursday, April 16th and based on a revised
budget that I provided them of only using the free cash amount provided for the original plan
and postponing any use of tax revenues until the fall Special Town Meeting, the Committee
voted to revise the FY21 Capital Plan recommendation for the Annual Town Meeting. I also
sent a recommendation on adjustments to be made for the Annual Town Meeting and Revenue
Expense worksheet that reflects adjustments that include revised revenue estimates and
postponement of additional positions and additional hours for employees, as well as a School
budget reflecting a 1.58% increase.
I am awaiting a confirmed New Growth estimate of $173,000 from our regional assessing firm
that would be an increase of $43,000 from the estimate I have adjusted downwards to
$130,000. This figure is based on our regional assessing firm's discussions with our Building
Commissioner on current projects that are ongoing.
Other Department Updates:
The Sewer Commission will have a meeting on Thursday April 23rd a 4 pm to finalize the
Request for Proposals for Sewer Operations and Maintenance and to finalize their budget.
Meetings, Events and Other Announcements:
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• There is a Finance Committee meeting on Thursday, April 23rd at 7:00 p.m. via
Zoom.
• There will be a joint meting with the Finance Committee on Tuesday, April 28th at
7:00 p.m. with State Representative Stephan Hay and State Senator Dean Tran to
discuss fiscal questions, including state funding for schools.
UPCOMING MEETING/EVENTS SCHEDULE
Mr. Alonzo stated this Board will meet again on April 28".
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Adams expressed best of luck to Mr. McQuaid and other families dealing with the
coronavirus.
Mr. Alonzo stated they would be going into Executive Session for the following reasons and then
adjourning following them:
Motion: K. Adams
2nd: P. Luck
To enter Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21, Reason #3, to discuss strategy with
respect to pending litigation and the Chair so declares that an open meeting may have a
detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental body (Elizabeth Guglietti,
Dangerous Dogs) and to enter Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21, Reason #3, to
discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and the Chair so declares that an open
meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental body and
to adjourn the meeting after exiting Executive Session (Clerical, Fire, and Teacher Unions)
Vote: Ms. Luck-aye, Ms. Adams- aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Mr. Alonzo -aye
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The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Claire m. Peters on
Elaine M. Peterson
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

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the Governor's Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public meetings are
being conducted remotely.
Board of Selectmen present: Tom Alonzo, Chairman; Phyllis Luck, Vice Chairman; Katey Adams and
Michael-Ray Jeffreys
Not present: Damon McQuaid, Clerk
Also present: Town Manager Heather Lemieux; Adam Costa, Town Counsel
The meeting commenced at 8:48 p.m.
Mr. Alonzo asked everyone if they had read Attorney Kennefick's opinion regarding the impoundment of the
two dangerous dogs owned by Ms. Guglietti during the appeal proceedings. The appeal court had upheld the
Town's decision and the Gugglietti's lawyer, Jeremy Cohen, stated he was going to file another appeal. Then the
coronavirus closed everything down. Now Mrs. Terhune, the victim, does not feel safe because the dogs are still
across the street from where she lives.
Attorney Costa confirmed that Jeremy Cohen had filed an appeal for a de novo trial before a district judge but
the courts are closed until May 4"'. There are still more opportunities to appeal, but it typically it gets more
involved for the appealing party to overturn the previous judges' decisions. As far as impoundment, we can go
to the district court while the appeal process is underway and request intermediate relief; a restraint order or
impoundment with specific conditions. There is cost involved and it would only be for the interim.
Ms. Adams asked about the denied kennel license; don't they have to downsize the number of dogs now? Costa
stated he was told there are now five dogs on the premises. At least two would have to be relocated due to the
license denial. He noted Kennefick was frustrated with the poorly worded dog laws. There is no defined
appellate process/timeline for appealing a kennel license. When there is no process for appeal, you would defer
to the statute allowing 60 days. The town would have to enforce the zoning ordinance with some form of cease
and desist order and assess fines if the dogs are not downsized
Ms. Adams asked if the kennel licensing was under the BOS jurisdiction, the Police Dept. or the ACO. Costa
stated the dangerous dog determination falls under the BOS and the kennel license falls under the ACO. She
would have to issue a cease and desist order if it comes down to enforcement. Any litigation would come back
to the BOS.
Mr: Jeffreys stated the Gugliettis have been raising money for legal assistance on social media. They have
tapped into their savings to pay for the new fence. Ms. Luck stated she thought the dangerous dogs could not be
relocated. Costa stated you are partially correct, the statute says nothing about the owners relocating the dogs.
But the "dangerous" determination follows the dogs. One side conversation between Cohen and Kennefick was
to relocate the dogs to a rescue facility in New Hampshire. It would reduce the need for a kennel license and the
Town would not have to seek impoundment.
Mi. Alonzo believed the dangerous dog determination and the email from Mrs. Terhune was of a more critical
nature to him. We determined that and the court upheld our decision and the dogs are still there. This situation
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permission from a NH court to place the dogs there.
Motion: K. Adams
2nd: P. Luck
Through Town Counsel we communicate formally with Attorney Cohen about the BOS intent to
impound the dogs and seek to enforce the kennel license issue
Discussion: Mr. Alonzo stated it makes sense to try to resolve this in the interim outside of court. Attorney
Costa stated they will send correspondence to Attorney Cohen that they will attempt to impound the dogs
during the dangerous dog decision appeal process and also intend to enforce the non-compliance of the kennel
license, as a settlement but want to find a reasonable solution for all and ask him to contact us.
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Ms. Luck -aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Attorney Costa exited the meeting. The Board moved on to Executive Session II. Those minutes are separate.
The session concluded at 9:29 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Claim. Peterson
Elaine M. Peterson
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

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the Governor's Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public meetings are
being conducted remotely.
Board of Selectmen present: Tom Alonzo, Chairman; Phyllis Luck, Vice Chairman; Katey Adams and
Michael-Ray Jeffreys
Not present: Damon McQuaid, Clerk
Also present: Town Manager Heather Lemieux; Adam Costa, Town Counsel
The meeting commenced at 8:48 p.m.
Mr. Alonzo asked everyone if they had read Attorney Kennefick's opinion regarding the impoundment of the
two dangerous dogs owned by Ms. Guglietti during the appeal proceedings. The appeal court had upheld the
Town's decision and the Gugglietti's lawyer, Jeremy Cohen, stated he was going to file another appeal. Then the
coronavirus closed everything down. Now Mrs. Terhune, the victim, does not feel safe because the dogs are still
across the street from where she lives.
Attorney Costa confirmed that Jeremy Cohen had filed an appeal for a de novo trial before a district judge but
the courts are closed until May 4"'. There are still more opportunities to appeal, but it typically it gets more
involved for the appealing party to overturn the previous judges' decisions. As far as impoundment, we can go
to the district court while the appeal process is underway and request intermediate relief; a restraint order or
impoundment with specific conditions. There is cost involved and it would only be for the interim.
Ms. Adams asked about the denied kennel license; don't they have to downsize the number of dogs now? Costa
stated he was told there are now five dogs on the premises. At least two would have to be relocated due to the
license denial. He noted Kennefick was frustrated with the poorly worded dog laws. There is no defined
appellate process/timeline for appealing a kennel license. When there is no process for appeal, you would defer
to the statute allowing 60 days. The town would have to enforce the zoning ordinance with some form of cease
and desist order and assess fines if the dogs are not downsized
Ms. Adams asked if the kennel licensing was under the BOS jurisdiction, the Police Dept. or the ACO. Costa
stated the dangerous dog determination falls under the BOS and the kennel license falls under the ACO. She
would have to issue a cease and desist order if it comes down to enforcement. Any litigation would come back
to the BOS.
Mr: Jeffreys stated the Gugliettis have been raising money for legal assistance on social media. They have
tapped into their savings to pay for the new fence. Ms. Luck stated she thought the dangerous dogs could not be
relocated. Costa stated you are partially correct, the statute says nothing about the owners relocating the dogs.
But the "dangerous" determination follows the dogs. One side conversation between Cohen and Kennefick was
to relocate the dogs to a rescue facility in New Hampshire. It would reduce the need for a kennel license and the
Town would not have to seek impoundment.
Mi. Alonzo believed the dangerous dog determination and the email from Mrs. Terhune was of a more critical
nature to him. We determined that and the court upheld our decision and the dogs are still there. This situation
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permission from a NH court to place the dogs there.
Motion: K. Adams
2nd: P. Luck
Through Town Counsel we communicate formally with Attorney Cohen about the BOS intent to
impound the dogs and seek to enforce the kennel license issue
Discussion: Mr. Alonzo stated it makes sense to try to resolve this in the interim outside of court. Attorney
Costa stated they will send correspondence to Attorney Cohen that they will attempt to impound the dogs
during the dangerous dog decision appeal process and also intend to enforce the non-compliance of the kennel
license, as a settlement but want to find a reasonable solution for all and ask him to contact us.
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Ms. Luck -aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Attorney Costa exited the meeting. The Board moved on to Executive Session II. Those minutes are separate.
The session concluded at 9:29 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Claim. Peterson
Elaine M. Peterson
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

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                                    BOARD OF SELECTMEN 
Tuesday, April 28, 2020 
AGENDA 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadc ast 
over the Lunenburg Public Access channel.  
 
The Town of Lunenburg, in response to the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) is currently following the guidance from the Lunenburg Board 
of Health, Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the CDC regarding the virus and steps communities can take to preven t the 
spread and all town facilities are currently closed to the public. In accordance with the Governor’s Order Suspending Certain 
Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public meetings are being conducted remotely. This meeting will be 
broadcast live through local access cable, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Face book page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be able to be found on the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube channel within 24 hours after the meeting. 
 
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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. 
 
7:00 PM  OPEN THE MEETING 
 
I. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 BOARD 
 PUBLIC 
 
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS 
 
III. APPOINTMENTS 
7:05 PM  Joint Meeting with the Finance Committee to meet with Representative Stephan Hay and Senator Dean Tran including 
discussions on funding formula for Schools and Student Opportunity Act and State Finances 
 
IV.  NEW BUSINESS 
1. Quarterly Update from Finance Director 
 
V. OLD BUSINESS 
1. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget 
2. Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles 
 
VI. UPCOMING MEETING/EVENTS SCHEDULE 
May 5, May 12, May 19 
May 7 (Finance Committee Public Hearing) 
 
VII. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 PUBLIC 
 BOARD 
 
VIII.  ADJOURN 
 
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Members present: Tom Alonzo, Chairman; Phyllis Luck, Vice Chairman; Michael-Ray Jetfreys
Members not present: Damon McQuaid, Clerk and Katey Adams
Finance Committee Members present: Teri Burchfield, Chair; John Henshaw, Michelle
Walton, Dave Passios, Peter Beardmore, Jay Simeone
Also Present: Town Manager Heather Lemieux; Karen Brochu, Finance Director; Senator Dean
Tran, State Representative Stephan Hay; Mike Cassidy, Business Manager/HR Director for
Lunenburg Public Schools; Rebecca Lantry, Historical Commission Chair
Chairman Alonzo called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. and announced in accordance with the
requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded
and broadcast over the Lunenburg Public Access channel.
The lown of Lunenburg, in response to the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) is currently tollowing
the guidance from the Lunenburg Board of Health, Massachusetts Department of Public Health
and the CDC regarding the virus and steps communities can take to prevent the spread and all
town facilities are currently closed to the public. In accordance with the Governor's Order
Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public
meetings are being conducted remotely. This meeting will be broadcast live through local
access cable, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be
able to be found on the LunenburgAccess YouTube channel within 24 hours 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:
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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.
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request to speak after joining the meeting. Computer and app users may use the "raise hand"
feature to request to speak.
Mr. Alonzo asked for a roll call attendance of the Board of Selectmen adding, "I am Tom
Alonzo, Chairman.
Mr. Jeffreys: "Here,"
Ms. Luck: "Here."
He stated Board member Katey Adams would not be attending this evening and Mr. McQuaid
could be joining the meeting at some point later.
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1 DUIU
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Lemieux reported Governor Baker announced he is extending the Stay At Home advisory,
the prohibition of gatherings of more than 10 people, and the closure of non-essential businesses
until May 18'h
!. As with previous orders, the closure of town facilities to the public will also be
extended until May 18" to fall in line with the Governor's Order.
APPOINTMENTS
Joint Meeting with the Finance Committee to meet with Representative Stephan Hay and
Senator Dean Tran including discussions on funding formula for Schools and Student
Opportunity Act and State Finances.
Ms. Lemieux reported this meeting was requested by the Finance Committee. Senator Tran
stated the Governor published his proposed budget in January for Chapter 70 at about $5.5
billion dollars. Right now we do not know how the legislature will react to the proposal. The
intent for now is we are in a holding pattern until we get past some obstacles. We are trying to
find a way for them to meet and vote in a formal session.
State Representative Hay concurred with Senator Tran in that everything right now is up in the
air. He believed the revenue projections are going to be different from what the Governor used
in his budget proposal in January. This could change once the House and Senate gets back
together and discusses the budget.
Peter Beardmore expressed thanks to both legislators for meeting with them. He did not belleve
anyone in lown expected the School Opportunity Act (SOA) would be a windfall but was driven
to improve education as a whole. But what we saw was the Governor's proposed budget back in
January and we know the proposed Chapter 70 numbers are formula driven. What was explained
to us at a Finance Committee meeting is the formula has been affected by the School
Opportunity Act. The formula increases for FY 21 were less than what they had been in the
previous years without the SOA; and without the reporting requirements etc. to even get that
money. So now we are getting less comparatively dollar for dollar and having to do more to
justify those funds. Another month went by and we met with the Monty Tech representatives and
we learned the formula had also adversely affected us. At that time we learned Lunenburg would
be paying double the increase, partially due to an enrollment increase.
Monty Tech informed us that was a small part of the increase but was mainly due to Lunenburg's
demographics. We are just expected to pay more largely as a result of this SOA. I feel like I
have been hoodwinked a little bit by this.
Discussion ensued on how to address the Governor's budget and reductions to it. Ms. Burchfield
asked if the Town should plan for a 10% reduction in state aid. Senator Tran could not answer
that as currently the numbers are fluid. Rep. Hay concurred with him.
Discussion ensued about how to plan the Town's budget based on limited information from the
State. Mr. Alonzo thanked the legislators for participating tonight.
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The Boards thanked her for doing so. The Finance Committee adjourned from their meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Quarterly Update from Finance Director
Ms. Brochu stated she would read the memo and then answer any questions.
Below is my summary for thereports:
Revenues
Total collections to date are $33,388,925.48, or 78% of FY20 estimates through
3/31/20. Below is a summary of the individual categories:
• Local Receipts: We have collected $2,560,804.58 or 84% of the
FY20 Local Receipt estimate. There are several estimates that are
running over target at this time including Fees (79%), Fines &
Forfeits (124%) Other Excise/Meals Tax (118%), Motor Vehicle
Excise (87%), and Investment Income (120%). There are a tew
categories that are running below target at this time including
Departmental Revenue-Other (70%) and Departmental Revenue -
School (42%).
Taxes: At this time we have collected $21,296,585.69 (76%) of the
levy. This includes $202,760.81 in tax lien revenue.
• State Aid: We have received $6,766,279.96 (74%) of our state aid
estimate.
Expenditures
We have expended/encumbered $30,017,843.92 (70%) of budgeted expenditures as
of 3/31/20. Of note on the expenditure side is the following:
• Snow Removal - As of 3/31/20, there is a deficit in this account for
$98,307.36. This deficit can be eliminated prior to year-end via approved
transfers under M.G.L. c. 44, Section 338.
All other expenditures are at or near where they should be at this point in the fiscal
year. There are several appropriations that show percentages used of higher than 75%,
but that is largely due to the fact that many departments open blanket purchase orders
at the beginning of the fiscal year and use those purchase orders throughout the year.
Mr. Alonzo asked Ms. Brochu if she foresaw any problems with ending this fiscal year. Ms.
Brochu did not as we were so conservative with our local receipt estimates and overall on the
expenditure side we have appropriations that are sufficient for departments. She believed we
would meet our local receipts estimate and didn't anticipate any reductions in state aid. Mr.
Alonzo thanked Ms. Brochu for her report.
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economists and government journals. I believe the budget I am presenting is a conservative
approach and that our receipts are a conservative number as well as the surplus that we have as
excess levy capacity to fall back on as sufficient to address any decline in our state aid. I have
consulted with the Finance Director daily and we both concur that this recommendation is a
conservative estimate for our budget. Our local receipts are historically conservative allowing us
to not have to reduce them further from the FY20 figures. Our actuals are historically between 10
and 20 percent over the estimated receipts. We have made concerted efforts to build up our
stabilization accounts and this is a prime reason for tapping into those reserves if we need to at
the fall town meeting. That was also discussed by our legislators as an option. I went back and
reduced the new positions as well as the associated costs for them to the budget. The Lunenburg
public school budget was reduced from a 2.5% to a 1.58% budget and I cut the capital plan in
half as half of the funding was from tax revenues. We also reduced the additional pavement
management funding of $50,000. Our liability and workers' compensation actual renewal
premiums came in slightly less. After some other adjustments that would leave a surplus of
$982,156.32.
After again looking over the other accounts on the Town side, any further reductions with a few
minor exceptions would mean a reduction in services and staff. At the Finance Committee
meeting last Thursday it was asked if there was any expenditures from FY20 budget that would
be able to be paid and then be removed from the FY21 budget. Two items that may be possible
but may not be known until we have a Town Meeting in June, would be part of the Technology
budget and the expenditure in the Town Clerk budget for voting booths. If we have surplus funds
at the end of the year, we would be able to purchase those this year and defer that for FYi. Bul
possibility of reducing those at the fall town meeting. We have about $3 million in our
stabilization funds. We have made a concerted effort to increase these funds. This would be a
one-time expenditure in the fall to offset any further reduction in revenue sources.
She was encouraged by Senator Tran's and Representative Hay's positive comments this evening
about their priority to get as much local aid as possible and using the stabilization funds to
supplement the budget. They will be using earmark and federal funding to supplement the budget
as much as possible. She believed she were budgeting conservatively as they believed all cities
and towns should. Ms. Luck wanted to clarify regarding using stabilization there were two
differing opinions from each; one wanted to use it and the other did not.
Ms. Luck was concerned that Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) was not being eliminated
out of the budget adding the excuse was it would affect our bond rating but we got a letter that
clearly said not in this pandemic age. Ms. Lemieux stated that will be a discussion topic with the
Finance Committee on Thursday, regarding our financial policies. Ms. Luck stated she did not
believe the budget was conservative. Mr. Alonzo asked when we would appropriate to the OPEB
account. Ms. Lemieux stated the Finance Director could better answer that question but that
finding source is Free Cash not tax revenue, so we could defer it until a later date. But that Free
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for a one time expenditure.
Mr. Jeffreys stated he was satisfied with the changes. We roughly have a million dollar surplus if
needed. The other thing is if we need to access stabilization, we can. I think the answer you have
given is reasonable. I consider this to be a conservative budget. Mr. Alonzo believed this was a
very responsible budget under very uncertain times. The Town will have close to a million
dollars to allocate if needed.
Ms. Luck stated these are unprecedented times so looking at precedents is not helpful; I think we
need to be more conservative than we have in the past. Mr. Alonzo asked what number are you
looking for? Ms. Luck stated state aid and sales and meal taxes. They are going to be lower. She
found it hard to believe state aid would be level funded.
Ms. Lemieux in response to an earlier comment about taking guidance from the state, stated she
certainly would take guidance from the state, but they have not provided any. We have been
asking all along through this process. In regards to the previous Town Manager and the
percentage she used during 2010, we exceed that reduction if you apply what we have for a
surplus to our state aid number; an almost 11% reduction.
Mr. Jeffreys stated the real indicator he is waiting for is when taxes are due. Until we see what
comes in, that will be the beginning of the data of the impact on our Town. He appreciated Ms.
Lemieux's approach and supported her budget. There is a reasonable concern from teachers and
parents right now; teachers are working long hours. Parents are as well. This is not sustainable
and is difficult. How do we get to a point in the budget that we are saying to the residents that we
are giving you the best we can do? How are the schools planning on a typical curriculum for next
year or are they adjusting? Mr. Alonzo to Ms. Lemieux stated he assumed the Superintendent
and the School Committee have seen your adjusted budget and asked what their response was?
Ms. Lemieux stated they have provided me with scenarios and a budget. I already knew about
their critical staff position (SPED teacher) that they want funded, so this budget reflects inclusion
of that position as well as a Reading teacher, both at Turkey Hill Elementary. The school has
made continual adaptations to the current situation. Right now everything is geared to remote
learning. They are talking with state officials on what future education will look like.
It was noted the School Committee was meeting this week and they would also be attending the
Finance Committee this week to discuss their budget. Also at that meeting will be the Green
Community Task Force to discuss the led streetlight replacements or if not, the following week.
2. Review of Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
The Board began with Historical Commission Chair Rebecca Lantry to discuss the Community
Preservation Act warrant article. Ms. Lantry reported the Historical Commission had met and she
also had the opportunity to speak with the MA Community Preservation Act Coalition. On the
coalition's recommendation they decided to go ahead with the warrant article but to request the
surcharge be reduced to 1 or 1.25%. There are still real estate transactions happening so the
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funds aside when we know we have to spend money on buildings or purchase land. We need to
start saving and have control on when we spend the money. It's going to cost the average person
around $45 per year since the percentage reduction to 1%.
Mr. Alonzo stated this is the voters' opportunity to make the decision. We are giving them the
opportunity to participate in a state program that is over a decade old and I trust that they will
vote what their individual circumstances are. This is one of the programs that actually brings in
additional money from what you put aside. It's not without its own reward. It's going to fund
specific things. He was completely for the program and confident that the townspeople would
vote what was in their interest as well as the Town's. We should get a vote with the whole Board
present. He appreciated Ms. Lantry coming back and told her she was more than welcome to
come back when the full board is present.
Discussion ensued about voting on these articles with a full board present. The next meeting will
be focused on the warrant articles and recommendations. Ms. Lemieux asked for any questions
on the warrant articles in advance of next week. Mr. Jeffreys preferred quickly reviewing them
tonight in case questions come up. Ms. Luck preferred to go over the simpler ones to save time.
When asked about the revolving funds article, Ms. Lemieux confirmed these were the same
amounts as last year.
Regarding funding the first year of the FY 20, FY 21 and FY 22 Police Officers Collective
Bargaining Agreement dated July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022 with IBPO Local 353, AFL-CIO, Ms.
Lemieux explained this was a required vote from last fall's Special Town Meeting and was
passed over based on legal counsel advice that because there was a zero appropriation it did not
need to be appropriated. However the vote was required since it was the first year appropriation.
Mr. Jeffrey's asked what amount would be appropriated. Ms. Lemieux stated $110,000 from
Free Cash. Ms. Luck repeated she would like to see the appropriation for OPEB removed from
the warrant.
Regarding the article that adds the positions of Videographer, Senior Videographer and Water
Safety Instructor to the Salary Administration Plan (SAP), Ms. Lemieux stated these are all
existing positions that are already in place and funded. The Parks Commission is meeting this
week to discuss the Water Safety Instructor position and plans for the Town beach this year.
Ms. Luck, regarding the article that reads: "To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate
or transfer from available funds the sum of $120,000 for the FY 2021 capital budget for the
Public Educational Government (PEG) Access Enterprise Fund"; it sounds like the money is
coming from the Town. Ms. Lemieux clarified the funding comes from PEG revenues in the
enterprise fund. It is written on anticipated receipts from cable fees and the wording is required.
Mr. Jeffreys asked about the article, "To see if the Town will vote to secure estimates for
demolition of the old Primary School and a future design of the space. " There is no funding for
this so suggestion was made that when the full Board meets again to discuss deferring it until the
fall Town Meeting.
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Ms. Lemieux asked about the Finance Committee's suggestion to defer the remaining amount of
$664,800 for the Capital Plan until fall Town Meeting. Mr. Jeffreys asked for what items
remained. Ms. Lemieux read the following:
Revised
CIP#
Priority #
1 FM20-01
2 INFRA20-01
3 LPS16-19-C
4 PD19-01
5 FD17-05-B
6 FD16-20-A
7 PD20-01
8 FD20-01
9 PD16-18
10 LPS19-03-A
11 FM17-16A
Dept.
DPW
Highway
Schools
Police
Fire
Fire
Police
Fire
Police
Schools
DPW
Funding:
Project Name
Town Hall, ADA Ramp/Sidewalk
Flat Hill Culvert Design
THES Asbestos Abatement/Ceiling Replacement
Police Vehicle, 1 Marked New
SCBA Complement, Replacement (1/2)
ALS Equipment Phase 1
ACO Vehicle
Midlife Overhaul of Squad 3
Portable Radios
Design AC for Classrooms at Primary
Senior Center, Reconfigure Front Entrance
Total Capital Plan
Raise & appropriate
Free cash
Unexpended Capital
Premium Reserved for Capital
Total
Category
Facilities
Infrastructure
Facilities
Vehicle
Equipment
Equipment
Vehicle
Vehicle
Equipment
Planning
Facilites
Revised FY21 CP
for ATM
$22,000
$112,500
$123,500
$67,000
$115,000
$54,800
$26,000
$65,000
$45,000
$10,000
$24,000
$664,800
$664,800
$664,800
Mr. Jeffreys suggested keeping them as is. Ms. Luck preferred deferring some of the items. Ms.
Lemieux clarified she was looking for feedback on the overall bottom figure not the individual
projects and noted these are the Capital Planning Committee's recommendations. Ms. Luck
stated if that was the case, she would prefer to defer all of them. Mr. Jeffreys disagreed stating
the Town should not be postponing repairs that in his opinion are overdue. We have to maintain
our buildings.
Mr. Alonzo reviewed the upcoming meeting schedule; May 5, 12 and 19th.
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Motion: P. Luck
To adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
2nd: M. Jeffreys
Vote: Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Jeffreys -aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Respectfully submitted,
Elaiie m. Peterson
Elaine M. Peterson
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

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                                    BOARD OF SELECTMEN 
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 
  7:00 PM  
AGENDA 
 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast 
over the Lunenburg Public Access channel.  
 
The Town of Lunenburg, in response to the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) is currently following the guidance from the Lunenburg Board 
of Health, Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the CDC regarding the virus and steps communities can take to prevent the 
spread and all town facilities are currently closed to the public. In accordance with the Governor’s Order Suspending Certain 
Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public meetings are being conducted remotely. This meeting will be 
broadcast live through local access cable, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be able to be found on the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube channel within 24 hours 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 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. 
 
7:00 PM  OPEN THE MEETING 
 
I. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 BOARD 
 PUBLIC 
 
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS 
 
III. APPOINTMENTS  
7:05 PM  Public Hearing for Transfer of All Alcohol Restaurant License from SE-Flan Inc. to Il Forno  
                Lunenburg Bar, Inc. 494 Electric Avenue 
7:10 PM  Meeting with Randy and Lena Grosser regarding vote to return Embers Pizzeria, Inc under Randy and Lena Grosser license 
to Embers Pizzeria, Inc 
7:15 PM  Meeting with DPW Director, Police Chief, and Fire Chief regarding town fuel tanks 
 
IV. INTERVIEWS/APPOINTMENTS/ RE-APPOINTMENTS/ RESIGNATIONS 
 
V. CURRENT BUSINESS  
1. Town Manager COVID-19 Report 
2. Minutes of February 18, 2020 and March 3, 2020 
3. Warrants: Deduction Warrant #56 20, dated 4/29/2020, $261,092.71 
Accounts Payable Warrant #55 20, dated 4/28/2020, $287,242,79 
Payroll Warrant #22P 20, dated 4/30/2020, $808,982.85 
4. Action Items 
5. Committee Reports   
 
VI. OLD BUSINESS 
1. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget 
2. Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles 
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VII. TOWN MANAGER REPORT 
 
VIII. UPCOMING MEETING/EVENTS SCHEDULE 
May 12, May 19 
May 7 (Finance Committee Public Hearing) 
 
IX. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 PUBLIC 
 BOARD 
 
X.  EXECUTIVE SESSION:  Motion to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21, Reason #3, to discuss strategy 
with respect to pending litigation and the Chair so declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating 
position of the governmental body and to adjourn the meeting after exiting Executive Session (Elizabeth Guglietti, Dangerous Dogs) 
 
XI.  ADJOURN 
 
*** Per Policy, Public comment is limited to 15 minutes, with no more than 3 minutes per speaker except at the discretion of 
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Also Present: Heather Lemieux, Town Manager; Fire Chiet Patrick Sullivan, Attorney Jett Aveni, Mohammed A.
Mohammed, Randy Grosser, Lena Grosser, Ken Ricker, DPW Director Jack Rodriquenz, Police Chief Jim
Marino, Amanda Moore, Brian Marchetti
Conservation Commission Members: Richard Bursch, Bob Pease, Ken Jones, Jack Rabbitt, Carl Luck
Chairman Alonzo called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. and announced in accordance with the requirements of
the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over YouTube Live.
Look under the Lunenburg Access YouTube Channel.
Mr. Alonzo read the remote meeting information and everyone was present and could be heard.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Adams stated she was thinking of everyone during the pandemic, particularly students and teachers and the
Class of 2020. Ms. Luck wanted to make sure voters were aware they could apply for absentee ballots for any of
the 2020 elections due to the pandemic. Contact the Town Clerk office for details.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Alonzo stated due to the Governor's Order being extended to May 17', the Town caucus has been canceled.
Ms. Lemieux reported six people submitted nomination papers for six different seats. The rest are open so the only
way to be elected is to have a write-in or a sticker campaign.
APPOINTMENTS
Public Hearing for Transfer of All Alcohol Restaurant License from SE-Flan Inc. to Il Forno Lunenburg
Bar, Inc. 494 Electric Avenue
Mr. Alonzo read aloud the hearing notice:
"The Lunenburg Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing on May 5, 2020 at 7:05 PM in Town Hall, 17 Main St., 2nd
Floor, Lunenburg, MA on the application submitted by Il Forno Lunenburg Bar, Inc., for a transfer of an All Alcohol
Restaurant license (812) from SE-Flan, Inc. located at 494 Electric Ave., Lunenburg, MA. The premises is described as a
one-story concrete building with two entrances/exits on Electric Ave., one entrance/exit on Pierce Ave., containing a dining
room, kitchen, storage room and boiler room."
Attorney Jeff Aveni was representing his client, Mohammed "Mike" A. Mohammed. Mr. Alonzo asked if
everything was in order and Ms. Lemieux confirmed. She noted the license was being pledged to the bank so the
Board would have to vote to approve the pledge as well. Aveni explained that as part of the finance package with
the bank there is an obligation to place a pledge on the license. Mr. Alonzo asked if anyone was present to
comment on the application. Since there was no comment other than the discussion about the pledge, Mr. Alonzo
closed the hearing.
Motion: K. Adams
2nd: M. Jeffreys
To approve the transfer of the all alcohol license from Sean Flan Inc. to II Forno for the 494 Electric Avenue
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Mr. Jeffreys thanked the applicant for the well written alcohol service policy. Mr. Mohammed thanked the Board.
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Motion: K. Adams
To transfer the alcohol license from Randy and Lena Grosser back to Embers Pizzeria
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Meeting with DPW Director, Police Chief, and Fire Chief regarding Town Fuel Tanks
Ms. Lemieux stated there were questions about the location of the Town fuel tanks and had invited all concerned
to this discussion. The Conservation Commission opened their meeting.
DPW Director Rodriquenz has followed this through the Capital Planning Committee process. The project funding
was approved at last year's Town meeting. We provided a Notice of Intent to the Conservation Commission. We
are in the process of providing more information.
Mr. Alonzo asked the DPW Director, Fire and Police Chiefs if they were comfortable with where these tanks are
to be located. All three stated they were.
Mr. Jeffreys watched the video of last year's Annual Town Meeting (ATM) and there was 45 minutes of
discussion. It was stated at ATM that the old tanks would be removed and the new ones located elsewhere.
Mr. Alonzo also watched the video and some environmental concerns were mentioned briefly. He requested the
department heads address why the tanks are being put where they are. Chief Marino recalled a discussion about
alternate locations for the tanks and the engineer had stated it was not feasible to move the tanks to the other side
of the building. Chief Sullivan confirmed Chief Marino's recollection. Chief Sullivan stated he had also expressed
concern then about putting the tanks farther away due to security issues and having to run additional utilities.
Mr. Marchetti from McCarty Engineering was contacted by the DPW to file the Notice of Intent. He stated the
location of these tanks has to be based on input from the end users. Mr. Rodriquenz stated the other engineer
couldn't make it tonight. Another location suggested at the rear of the public safety building was not an optimal
location having only one means of egress. Another location was to the southerly side of the DPW garage. There
are a number of reasons it is not feasible.
Mr. Alonzo asked Mr. Marchetti for the chosen location, can it be properly engineered and safely installed and
operated? Mr. Marchetti said yes, it can certainly be designed to work.
Carl Luck's concern was that there wasn't any further investigation into alternate sites. Mitigation costs money.
Jack Rabbitt cited the Wetlands Protection Act criteria as they relate to the tanks' location. If there is no alternative
location you have to cite the reasons why and be prepared for a hard analysis.
Mr. Jeffreys asked why no one talked to the Conservation Agent in advance; it just seems prudent that we do
everything to avoid being in the buffer zone.
Mr. Pease stated at the Conservation Commission meeting it became clear the Town was going to have to file a
N.O.I.
Ms. Adams asked what is under our jurisdiction? Mr. Alonzo stated Town meeting approved a project.
Conservation has a job to do. The chiefs have made a decision and I am not here to question their choice.
Further discussion ensued about the project's location. Mr. Alonzo thanked everyone for their participation. The
Conservation Commission adjourned their meeting.
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changed on the Town Meeting floor, would Mr. Wernick be willing to try again at the fall Town Meeting. Ms.
Lemieux will report back after talking to Town counsel.
I. CURRENT BUSINESS
1. Town Manager COVID-19 Report
COVID-19 in Lunenburg and Board of Health Notices:
The Board of Health issued their weekly update dated May 2nd and it has been put on the COVID-19 Information Center
page on the town website under News & Announcements on the homepage.
Closure of Town Facilities, Schools, Town/School Playgrounds and School Fields:
All school buildings will be closed for the remainder of the school year and all school fields and school playgrounds are
closed until further notice.
Per the Governor's most recent order extending the prohibition of gatherings of 10 or more people, the stay at home
advisory, and extension of closure of non-essential businesses, all town facilities and town playgrounds are currently closed
to the public until May 18"h.
Re-Opening Task Force:
I have put together a Re-opening Task Force that consists of our Board of Health agent from Nashoba Associated Boards of
Health, the Police and Fire Chiefs, the DPW Director, our Facilities Director, the Town Clerk, the Council on Aging
Director, the Library Director, and myself. This group will formulate a plan to address the unique concerns of the various
departments and how to re-open that protects both our employees and the public. Our first meeting will be May 6th. Re-
opening to the public will look different for different departments and we continue to ask for the public's patience as we deal
with these challenges.
Information and Resources for Businesses due to COVID-19:
Relevant information and resources for our local businesses is posted on the COVID-19 Information Center page on the
town website. A new list on the local businesses that are currently open that is being updated by the Lunenburg Business
Association has been posted on the town website and on the Town Facebook page. Any businesses that are open and want
to be included on this list can contact the LBA President Wendy Drennan at wendydrennan487@gmail.com. To see a list of
the businesses open in the Lunenburg area go to: https://www.lunenburgma.gov/sites/default/tiles/field/files-
docs/businesses_open_for takeout in_lunenburg_area.pdf
Board/Committee/Commission Meetings:
I have assisted all the committees and boards that have needed to hold Zoom meetings by providing the necessary
documents to run an entirely remote participation meeting, practice Zoom meetings upon request and signing on at the
beginning of all meetings to transfer the host to the Chair. Currently boards and committees or paid staff in those
departments need to contact me to schedule these meetings as we cannot overbook timeslots as having two zoom accounts
equates to only being able to hold two Zoom meetings simultaneously.
Persons interested in the meeting schedule should visit the town website calendar for the schedule of meetings at
https://www.lunenburgma.gov and can also subscribe to get notifications of meetings of boards and committees they are
interested in attending.
Senior Center News: On Monday, May 4" Van Transportation Service resumed limited transportation to routine medical
appointments and pharmacy prescription pick-ups only. Social distancing and other safety practices will be strictly enforced
for both the drivers and clients utilizing the van transportation service. Since March 13, 2020, the staff has made 443
wellness/telephone reassurance calls to check on seniors, have delivered 1,067 meals on wheels to 42 clients, distributed 39
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Absentee and Early Voting: Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020, the special legislation that allowed the Town to postpone the
2020 election and increase voting options in response to the declaration of emergency to respond to COVID-19, expands
the reasoning for voting absentee because of a physical disability to include that any person taking precaution related to
COVID-19 in response to a declared state of emergency or from guidance from a medical professional, local or state
health official, or any civil authority shall be deemed to be unable by reason of physical disability to cast their vote in
person at a polling location.
COVID-19 in Massachusetts (as of 4/20/20):
As of May 4th there are 69,087 COVID-19 cases and 4,090 deaths 324,268 patients have been tested to date by the MA
State Public Health Laboratory, hospitals and commercial laboratories.
This information is now posted on the Department of Public Health COVID-19 website, with a breakdown of
coronavirus cases by city and town. The page can be accessed by going to: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-
response-reporting#covid-19-cases-by-city/town-. The Department of Public Health has created a dashboard as well with
comprehensive, detailed COVID-19 data, including trend data, case rates, testing, and breakdowns by age, sex, race,
ethnicity and geography. https://www.mass.gov/doc/covid-19-dashboard-
Governor Baker's May 1" Order Requiring Face Coverings in Public Places Where Social Distancing Is Not Possible:
On May 1s Governor Baker issued COVID-19 Order No. 31 requiring any person over age two who is in a place open to the
public, whether indoor or outdoor, and is unable to or does not maintain a distance of approximately six feet from every
other person shall cover their mouth and nose with a mask or cloth face covering, except where a person is unable to wear a
mask or face covering due to a medical condition or is otherwise exempted by Department of Public Health guidance. This
includes wearing a mask at all times inside grocery stores, pharmacies, and other retail stores and transportation services. This
Order goes into effect on Wednesday, May 6" and violation of the terms of the order or Department of Public Health
Guidance may result in a civil fine of up to $300 per violation.
Congress and the President signed a new stimulus and relief bill on April 26th. This legislation is a $484B package which
will replenish the dollars in the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program and EIDL programs, as well
as provide additional funding for hospitals and coronavirus testing.
The Paycheck Protection Program will receive an additional $310B to offer relief to small businesses. Of this total, $60B
will be set aside to fund PPP loans made by small and community financial institutions to reach underbanked communities.
Ms. Luck asked about procedure for previously approved events and wondered how these would be handled. Ms.
Lemieux stated as long as the Governor's order is still in effect, those events would not be able to be held. Ms.
y april in effect,
Adams asked who would be enforcing the mandatory wearing of face masks. Ms. Lemieux stated the Board of
Health would be the entity enforcing it as it is a public health issue.
2. Minutes of February 18, 2020 and March 3, 2020
Motion: P. Luck
2nd:M. Jeffreys
To approve the minutes of February 18 and March 3, 2020 as presented
Vote: Ms. Luck-aye, Ms. Adams- aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Mr. Alonzo -aye
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Coordinator positions as discussed at the March 3° meeting. Ms. Luck requested contract negotiations with the
teachers union be placed on the next agenda for a discussion. This topic is especially timely due to the ongoing
teacher's union contract negotiations as well as the uncertainty and the potential cost of reopening school in the
fall.
Ms. Lemieux stated the Saliba property closing will be in a couple of weeks. As far as the tax assessment services,
there is a Request for Proposals (RFP) out right now for those services as well as the job posting for the principal
assessor. The Board of Assessors wanted to do a dual track for both.
The Recycling Education and Enforcement Coordinator position has been put on hold due to Covid-19. The Board
of Health would have to update their trash hauler regulations but that has been put on hold also.
5. Committee Reports-there were none this evening.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget
Ms. Lemieux referred the Board to the adjustments to revenues reflective of the final enterprise numbers
for the Sewer Department budget as well as the operation for the solid waste and water enterprise.
The expenditures retlect a reduction in the Technology Dept. budget for sottware and the Sewer,
Solid Waste and Water enterprise funds. We also have two prior year bills totaling $476.21 that will have
to be approved at town meeting. This brings the surplus (deficit) amount to $998,492.11.
She moved on to the Revenues/ Expenditures FY21 Budget Worksheet which showed debt exclusions for
the estimated cost for the Middle/High school project and Pavement Management ($2,864,738.45). Sewer
Enterprise Retained Earnings, which includes capital reserve and their contribution for Other Post
Employment Benefits (OPEB) that totaled $230,656.00 and Enterprise Funds for Solid Waste ($302,000),
Water ($25,000) and total budget for Sewer ($1,820,203.44).
Sh 9221042017, interest Costs on the in the he unt or lisa reneral or enemie
of $3,229,642.07
amount of $1,590,980.65, which are inclusive of the estimated Middle/High School debt and Pavement
Management project. We should have final figures for those by next week. General Government reflects
the reduction from the Technology Dept. budget of $18,063. Further down reflects the Sewer Capital
Reserve transfer ($30,000) as well as the Sewer OPEB Liability transfer ($656.00), the prior year expense
of$476.21 and the Solid Waste ($302,000), Water ($25,000) and Sewer enterprise ($943,191.54) budgets
Ditterent from last week is $110,000 transferred to the OPEB Liability. I am going to recommend that this
article be deferred to the fall Town Meeting but that amount be placed in Stabilization Fund so we can
access at a later date.
2. Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
The Board reviewed the draft warrant articles and discussed.
Motion: K. Adams
To remove articles "H" and "I" from the warrant
Ms. Adams-aye, Ms. Luck- aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
2nd: P. Luck
Motion: P. Luck
2"d: K. Adams
To remove article "K" from the warrant
Ms. Adams-aye, Ms. Luck- aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
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Motion: M. Jeffreys
2n; P. Luck
Ms. Adams-aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Articles D, F, G, J, L, U, X, Y, Z, AA, BB, CC and II will be discussed at the next meeting.
TOWN MANAGER REPORT
Announcement on Existing Vacancies:
The following is a list of vacancies on the following committees:
• Agricultural Commission (2 alternate vacancies)
• Americans with Disabilities Act Commission (1 vacancy)
•
Architectural Preservation District Commission (1 design professional; craftsperson or building contractor
familiar with historic renovation)
• Finance Committee (1 position appointed by the Finance Committee Appointing Committee)
• Open Space Committee (1 vacancy-citizen at large)
• Planning Board (1 position appointed by the remaining members ofthe Planning Board and the Board of
Selectmen until the next Annual Town Election in May)
• Zoning Board of Appeals (2 Associate vacancies)
Talent bank forms can be obtained on the Town Website and forwarded to the Board of Selectmen's Office.
TC Passios Building Design Project:
The TC Passios Building Committee met last night with the architects and we are proceeding with tasks that do not
require access to the building nor in person contact, including of review of all relevant building and planning
documents, building code for architectural and structural issues triggered by renovation concepts, assess
existing building systems, and performing the civil/land survey that will also locate storm water drainage and site
utilities. The next meeting of the TC Passios Building Design Committee is Monday, June 1st to check-in with the
architects.
Town Hall Handicapped Ramp Project (TM Goal #3):
Bids for the Town Hall Handicapped Ramp were received last week and the project was awarded to Cornerstone
Builders of Holyoke for a total of $46,619. Twenty-seven thousand dollars of this project are being paid for
through an earmark from the State and the remainder is being paid out of the Facilities budget.
DW Roof Project Update:
The DP W Roof Project is now complete and the final cost came in $7,200 less than the allotted total of
$84,000 due to less replacement roof decking than was provided for in the bid. The project went smoothly and the
contractor did a good job on the final product.
Route 2A and Route 13 Intersection Update:
I reached out to MassDOT again to check on the status of whether they were able to access their program required
to complete theirevaluation of making changesto the traffic signalsat the Route 2A and Route 13 intersection and
was told that one of their engineers went into the office last week to analyze the traffic signal system and prepared
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retro-commissioning repairs at the Public Safety Building, replacement of appliances with energy efficient
ap ands an austeirepay bid police crisers heral grant and wit incentives inad fanees,
$108,962.75.
Community Compact Grant Awards:
At the April 14th meeting I had reported there were still funds in FY20 for Community Compact Grants. The
program allows submitting up to two best practices to implement and I submitted a grant request to implement a
Continuity of Operations Plan and implement a Financial Trend Monitoring System modeled after the
International City Management Association's Financial Trend Monitoring System. I was contacted this week by
the Department of Revenue and both applications were approved, totaling a $50,000 grant award. The DOR
representative did say they thought the two projects would be very useful to the Town given the current situation.
Meetings, Events and Other Announcements:
• Town Counsel office hours in May will be on May 20th 12-4 p.m.
• Disposal of Yard Waste at the old landfill off of Youngs Road is occurring each Saturday until May 16th
and is open 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
• The Conservation Commission will have a meeting Wednesday, May 6th at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
• The Finance Committee is holding their public hearing on the budget and ATM articles on Thursday, May
7th at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Ms. Lemieux reported a tew weeks ago the Board had offered to postpone her evaluation and she would like
to take the BOS' offer to do it after the election.
UPCOMING MEETING/EVENTS SCHEDULE
May 12, May 19
May 7 (Finance Committee Public Hearing)
PUBLIC COMMENT: there was none by the public.
Mr. Jeffreys in reference to the earlier discussion about the town fuel tanks, stated people need to have confidence
we are making the best decisions that are as economical as possible and for any expense we make, we should be
Jeffreys' comment and appreciated the Town Manager's decision to postpone the OPEB funding until the fall
town meeting and place the money in stabilization.
Mr. Alonzo advised if the pandemic situation remains prolonged, he urged people to be patient, remain calm and
understand that while there may be different opinions as to what is going on; it's okay to have an opinion and to
voice them. Being violent does not help anybody.
Motion: K. Adams
2n°: P. Luck
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Respectfully submitted,
Claire m. Peterson
Elaine M. Peterson
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

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Members present: Tom Alonzo, Chairman; Phyllis Luck, Vice Chairman; Katey Adams, Michael-Ray
Jeffreys
Not Present: Damon McQuaid, Clerk
Also Present: Heather Lemieux, Town Manager
The meeting commenced at 10:06 p.m.
The Board discussed the April 14" letter sent to Ms. Elizabeth Guglietti from Animal Control Officer
(ACO) Comeau denying her application for a kennel license as she did not meet the ACO's
requirements for fencing her 5 dogs.
The Board issued discussed the letter from Town Counsel Attorney Kennefick regarding the dangerous
dog order. The letter addresses the appeal process of the euthanization order of the Guglietti's dogs,
Janice and Slingshot, issued by the Board. It also explains the ability to impound the dogs under the
dangerous dog statute, which is typically done immediately or shortly after a complaint is made about
the dog(s). One consideration is that five months have passed since the order was issued and it could be
denied by the court. Another thing to consider is the cost to house and feed the dogs during the
impoundment which could be costly if the appeal went on for two or three years. The Town would be
responsible for the costs until the appeal process is over and if the euthanization order is stayed, the
Town cannot collect reimbursement from the owners.
The Board took all under advisement but took no action at this time.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Clairem. Pelerson
Elaine M. Peterson
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                                    BOARD OF SELECTMEN 
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 
  7:00 PM  
AGENDA 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast 
over the Lunenburg Public Access channel.  
 
The Town of Lunenburg, in response to the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) is currently following the guidance from the Lunenburg Board 
of Health, Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the CDC regarding the virus and steps communities can take to prevent the 
spread and all town facilities are currently closed to the public. In accordance with the Governor’s Order Suspending Certain 
Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public meetings are being conducted remotely. This meeting will be 
broadcast live through local access cable, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Facebook page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be able to be found on the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube channel within 24 hours 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 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. 
 
7:00 PM  OPEN THE MEETING 
 
I. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 BOARD 
 PUBLIC 
 
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS 
 
III. APPOINTMENTS  
 
IV. INTERVIEWS/APPOINTMENTS/ RE-APPOINTMENTS/ RESIGNATIONS 
 
V. OLD BUSINESS 
1. Fiscal Year 2021 Budget 
2. Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles 
 
VI. CURRENT BUSINESS  
1. Vote to Sign the Annual Town Meeting and Annual Town Election Warrant 
2. Vote to sign Bond for MS/HS and Pavement Management 
3. Discussion on G.L. c. 150E, Section 1:  Town Manager participation as voting member on school collective bargaining 
agreements.  
4. Minutes of March 10, 2020/Action Items/Committee Reports   
 
VII. TOWN MANAGER COVID-19 AND REGULAR REPORT 
 
VIII. UPCOMING MEETING/EVENTS SCHEDULE:  May 19th 
 
IX. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 PUBLIC 
 BOARD 
 
X.  ADJOURN 
 
*** Per Policy, Public comment is limited to 15 minutes, with no more than 3 minutes per speaker except at the discretion of 
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Also Present: Heather Lemieux, Town Manager; Karen Brochu, Finance Director: Jim Marino, Police Chief
Chairman Alonzo called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and announced in accordance with the requirements of
the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over YouTube Live.
Mr. Alonzo read the remote meeting information and everyone was present and could be heard.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ms. Adams was thinking of all the parents and students during this time. She inquired about bringing the Pledge
of Allegiance to their Zoom meetings. Mr. Alonzo offered to place it on the next agenda. Mr. McQuaid thanked
everyone for their patience while he was absent from meetings. Mr. Alonzo responding to an anonymous letter
sent stated he believed the Town was in very good hands with the Town Manager and Finance Director and their
staff. The Board does not spend money, Town Meeting approves spending. He stated the letter was not true or
helpful and if the person had concerns they should come forward in public to ask them.
Dave Passios, 56 Whiting Street, as a citizen who is also on the Finance Committee, suggested using Free Cash as
a funding source for the Annual Town Meeting warrant article that addresses purchasing street lights.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Kesignation: Ms. Lemieux announced Marissa Thompson resigned from the Planning Board effective
ımmediately as she is relocating out of state for her job. Discussion ensued about how to let the public know who
is interested in being elected this year.
I. CURRENT BUSINESS
Vote to sign Bond for MS/HS and Pavement Management
Ms. Brochu reported the $1,695,000 bond is comprised of two projects; the final payment for the pavement
management plan and the final bond for the Middle/High School project. Of that, $1,020,000 is for pavement
management and $675,000 is for the final borrowing for the Middle/High School project. In summary the total
authorization for the pavement management plan was $4 million. Total premiums received on the project are
$155,000. The total authorization for the school was $72,975,321; actual expenditures were $68,106,474. Total
reimbursements received from the Massachusetts School Building Authority was $33,924,327. Total premiums
applied to this project were $170,832. Unexpended articles applied were $30,000 and the total amount of the
project that we did not spend was $4,868,846. The true interest cost for this 15 year bond issue is 1.99%.
Motion: D. McQuaid
I, the Clerk of the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Lunenburg, Massachusetts (the "Town"), certify that at a
meeting of the board held May 12, 2020, of which meeting all members of the board were duly notified and at which a
quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board
in my custody:
Voted: that the sale of the $1,695,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2020 Bonds of the
Town dated May 21, 2020 (the "Bonds"), to Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc., at the price of $1,775,850.76 and accrued
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Further Voted: that the Bonds maturing on January 15, 2029, January 15, 2032 and January 15, 2035 (each,
a "Term Bond") shall be subject to mandatory redemption or mature as follows:
2029*
Amount
$115,000
120,000
*Final Maturity
Term Bond due January 15, 2032
Year
Amount
2030
$125,000
2031
125,000
2032*
125,000
*Final Maturity
Term Bond due January 15, 2035
Year
Amount
2033
$130,000
2034
130,000
2035*
135,000
*Final Maturity]
Further Voted: that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Bonds, the preparation and distribution
of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated April 28, 2020, and a final Official Statement dated
May 6, 2020 (the "Official Statement"), each in such form as may be approved by the Town Treasurer, be and
hereby are ratified, confirmed, approved and adopted.
Further Voted: that the Bonds shall be subject to redemption, at the option of the Town, upon such terms
and conditions as are set forth in the Official Statement.
Further Voted: that the Town Treasurer and the Board of Selectmen be, and hereby are, authorized to
execute and deliver a continuing disclosure undertaking in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-12 in such form as may
be approved by bond counsel to the Town, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference in the Bonds for
the benefit of the holders of the Bonds from time to time.
Further Voted: that we authorize and direct the Town Treasurer to establish post issuance federal tax
compliance procedures and continuing disclosure procedures in such forms as the Town Treasurer and bond counsel
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Further Voted: that each member of the Board of Selectmen, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be
and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or
other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect
the provisions of the foregoing votes.
I further certify that the votes were taken at a meeting open to the public, that no vote was taken by secret ballot,
that a notice stating the place, date, time and agenda for the meeting (which agenda included the adoption of the
above votes) was filed with the Town Clerk and a copy thereof posted in a manner conspicuously visible to the
public at all hours in or on the municipal building that the office of the Town Clerk is located or, if applicable, in
accordance with an alternative method of notice prescribed or approved by the Attorney General as set forth in
940 CMR 29.03(2)(b), at least 48 hours, not including Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, prior to the time of
the meeting and remained so posted at the time of the meeting, that no deliberations or decision in connection with
the sale of the Bonds were taken in executive session, all in accordance with G.L. c.30A, §818-25, as amended,
and all as further amended, suspended, supplemented or modified by the Executive Order of the Governor of The
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, Chapter 30A, $20
dated March 12, 2020.
Clerk of the Board of Selectmen
Ms. Luck seconded the motion
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Ms. Luck- aye, Mr. Alonzo- aye
Mr. Alonzo thanked all concerned for putting this all together.
I. OLD BUSINESS
1.
Fiscal Year 2021 Budget
Ms. Lemieux reported two updates to the budget, the final figures for excludable debt for pavement management
and the MS/HS project, as well as the Saliba property and ladder truck debt. Those are final figures that are
included on both the revenue side and the expenditure sides. The other updates are the PEG Access Enterprise
figure, as well as on the expenditure side. Surplus now is at $1,055,949.20. Ms. Luck stated she would not be
supporting the budget as presented.
2. Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
The Board reviewed warrant Article D. (amending FY20 budget)
Motion: M. Jeffreys
2nd: D. McQuaid
To defer making a recommendation on Article D until Town Meeting
Vote: Ms. Adams- aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Ms. Luck- aye, Mr. Alonzo -aye
Motion: M. Jeffreys
2"°: P. Luck
To defer making a recommendation on Article F until Town Meeting
Mr. Alonzo was not in favor of deferring it as there is a final monetary amount.
Vote: Ms. Adams-nay, Mr. McQuaid- nay, Mr. Jeffreys -aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo - nay
(Motion failed)
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Article J transfers $210,000 to Stabilization
Motion: M. Jeffreys
2'°: D. McQuaid
To recommend approval of Article J as presented
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo -aye
Article L is for the Sewer Enterprise Fund
Motion: M. Jeffreys
2"d: P. Luck
To defer making a recommendation on Article L until Town Meeting
Vote: Ms. Adams- aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Ms. Luck -aye, Mr. Alonzo -aye
Article U authorizes the Board of Selectmen to solicit demolition and a future design estimate for the old
Primary School. Mr. Alonzo noted Town Counsel has stated Town Meeting action is not needed to do this.
Motion: M. Jeffreys
To remove this article from the warrant
Discussion ensued about whether to leave it on the warrant.
2™°: D. McQuaid
Vote: Ms. Adams- nay, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Ms. Luck- nay, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Article X updates the Dog kennel bylaw.
Motion: P. Luck
2": M. Jeffreys
To recommend approval of Article X
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Mr. Alonzo - aye
Article Y amends Chapter 1, § 1-3 of the Town's General bylaws "General Provisions" by adding
Chapter 100, §3, dog kennels
Motion: P. Luck
2': M. Jeffreys
To recommend approval of Article Y
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. McQuaid- aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo-aye
Article Z accepts the Community Preservation Act bylaw
Motion: P. Luck
2nd: M. Jeffreys
To remove Article Z from the warrant
Discussion ensued about adding the bylaw during this time.
Vote: Ms. Adams- aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo - aye
Article CC adds the Planning Board as the issuing authority for earth removal permits.
Motion: K. Adams
2nd:P. Luck
To recommend approval of Article CC
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Mr. Jeffreys-nay, Ms. Luck - aye, Mr. Alonzo -aye
Article BB amends the Earth Removal Permit bylaw.
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Country Variety store.
Ms. Lemieux stated Town counsel believed it would be difficult to amend the article at Town Meeting
because Home rule petitions are very specific in their language that the legislature may not be satisfied with
wording of the original article. Town Moderator would allow it.
Motion: M. Jeffreys
2n°: P. Luck
To defer making a recommendation until Town Meeting
Vote: Ms. Adams- aye, Mr. MeQuaid-aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo - aye
Article AA recommends funding to purchase and convert existing street lights to energy efficient LED
fixtures. Ms. Lemieux confirmed that she had mentioned using FY20 free cash to the Finance Committee.
Green Community grant money would be available once the Town owns the street lights. Discussion ensued
about future unknown maintenance costs and additional staff hours. Ms. Lemieux stated the PowerPoint
presentation noted an annual savings of $26,500 for maintenance and another document had the cost of the conversion
and that savings was $24,315. Peter Beardmore, 282 Pleasant St, speaking as a citizen, stated yes there is some
additional work but not substantial for the DPW. He noted the extraordinary amount of volunteer hours to get to this
point for the Town to save money.
Motion: D. McQuaid
2nd: T. Alonzo
To recommend approval of the article
After some discussion, Mr. McQuaid withdrew his motion. Mr. Alonzo withdrew his second.
Motion: M. Jeffreys
2nd: P. Luck
To defer recommendation on article AA until Town Meeting
Vote: Ms. Adams- aye, Mr. McQuaid-aye, Mr. Jeffreys- aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo - aye
Motion: D. McQuaid
To sign the Annual Town Meeting and Annual Election warrants
Vote: Ms. Adams-aye, Mr. McQuaid- aye, Mr. Jeffreys-aye, Ms. Luck-aye, Mr. Alonzo - aye
2n°:K. Adams
3. Discussion on G.L. c. 150E, Section 1: Town Manager participation as voting member on
school collective bargaining agreements.
Ms. Luck had requested this for discussion and had brought up in the past that the Town should
consider changing labor counsel. Ms. Luck asked how Ms. Lemieux would be participating in the
school negotiations. Ms. Lemieux stated the involvement would be the actual vote on the
agreement just as a School Committee member. Mr. Alonzo requested Ms. Lemieux contact the
Superintendent office and request to be informed of any upcoming negotiation meeting dates.
Further discussion ensued on how involved the Town Manager should be in the school teacher
contract negotiation process versus the School Committee members.
4. Minutes of March 10, 2020
Motion: P. Luck
2": M. Jeffreys
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property unless they are within 500 feet of a development. This situation is contusing because two
conservation areas abut each other. Signage on town land was suggested. Ms. Adams requested having an
agenda item for the Pledge of Allegiance at their meetings.
TOWN MANAGER COVID-19 AND REGULAR REPORT
COVID-19 in Lunenburg and Board of Health Notices:
The Board of Health issued their weekly update dated May 8th and it has been put on the COVID-19 Information Center
page on the town website under News & Announcements on the homepage. As of May 11th, there are 44 confirmed
positive cases in Lunenburg, 21 of which have recovered and one death.
Closure of Town Facilities, Schools, Town/School Playgrounds, School Fields, and Town Beach:
All school buildings will be closed for the remainder of the school year and all school fields and school playgrounds are
closed until further notice.
Per the Governor's most recent order extending the prohibition of gatherings of 10 or more people, the stay at home
advisory, and extension of closure of non-essential businesses, all town facilities and town playgrounds are currently
closed to the public. Playgrounds will be closed until further notice and will follow the guidance of the State.
The Town Beach will remain closed until further notice.
Re-Opening Task Force:
The Re-opening Task Force, which consists of department heads and staff, met last week to discuss what re- opening will
require and address unique concerns of each of the main departments. We discussed the necessary supplies, increased
cleaning requirements, and protocols for both employees and public that would need to be in place to re-open safely. As I
stated last week, re-opening to the public will look different for different departments and there will be certain town
departments that will come back to town offices prior to others based on a number of factors including the availability of
supplies, being able to maintain social distancing of six feet, and meet all the state's Orders regarding gatherings and public
health guidance requirements. We will not be re-opening on May 18 as we do not have sufficient supplies on hand, need to
address the workplace standards that include posters, and when we do re-open to the public, it will be by appointment only
Our re-opening will be a slow, phased approach that will be determined by having the necessary protocols, supplies, and
protections in place to do so safely. The Governor released information on the four phased approach to reopening the
Massachusetts economy along with mandatory workplace safety standards. These standards will be incorporated into the
re-opening plan for our town facilities. The Governor's appointed Re-opening Advisory Committee will be issuing their
full report on May 18" so we will have more guidance to inform our re-opening plan at that time. More information on
the four phased approach is included in this report under updates from the state and federal government.
Senior Center Updates:
On Monday, May 4'h Van Transportation Service resumed limited transportation to routine medical appointments and
pharmacy prescription pick-ups only. Since March 13, 2020, the staff has made 493 wellness/telephone reassurance calls
to check on seniors, have delivered 1,291 meals on wheels to 44 clients, distributed 41 food boxes to 37 people, and 56
facemasks to 52 people.
Information on Town Meeting and Town Elections:
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Discussion about being prepared for Town meeting ensued and will be an upcoming agenda item.
COVID-19 in Massachusetts (as of 5/11/20):
As of May 11th there are 78,462 COVID-19 cases and 5,108 deaths 394,728 patients have been tested to date by the MA
State Public Health Laboratory, hospitals and commercial laboratories.
Governor Baker's May 11" Guidance on Re-Opening:
On Monday, May 11th the Baker-Polito Administration announced a four-phase approach to
reopening the Massachusetts economy amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and published Mandatory
Workplace Safety Standards that will apply across all sectors and industries once reopening begins.
The goal of the phased reopening, based on public health guidance, is to methodically allow certain
businesses, services, and activities to resume, while protecting public health and limiting a resurgence of
new COVID-19 cases.
Phase 1 will be "Start:" limited industries resume operations with severe restrictions.
Phase 2 will be "Cautious:" additional industries resume operations with restrictions and capacity limits.
Phase 3 will be "Vigilant:" additional industries resume operations with guidance.
Phase 4 will be the "New Normal:" development of vaccine and/or therapy enables resumption
of new normal.
Unemployment Assistance:
The Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) has released helpful new resources and guidance to support
individuals seeking to claim unemployment benefits.
New Guidance for Fulfillment of Remote Orders by Retail Businesses:
Earlier this week, the Administration provided new guidance for retail businesses. Under this guidance, non-essential
businesses are allowed to bring in a small number of employees in order to remotely fulfill online or phone orders, provided
they can meet safety protocols.
US Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration Funding: Economic Adjustment Assistance
Program:
On May 10th, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration announced the availability of
$1.5B in funding through an Economic Adjustment Assistance program. This funding will support communities in economic
recovery through planning and technical assistance grants, grants for recovery and resilience strategies, capitalizing or
recapitalizing revolving loan funds, and innovation grants. Ms. Luck suggested having a Selectman and other community
oriented personnel on the reopening task force. She also suggested opening the town offices on Fridays.
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next Annual Town Election in May)
• Zoning Board of Appeals (2 Associate vacancies)
Talent bank forms can be obtained on the Town Website and forwarded to the Board of Selectmen's Office.
Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Planning Grant:
The Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Coreteam met with the consultant hired through the Planning Grant wereceivedandreviewed
questionsrelativetoourenvironmentalvulnerabilitiesand the format that the workshop would take. Theworkshop isscheduled for
May215;8:30a.m. until 12:30 p.m. via Zoom.
CARES Act Funding:
The Town has begun to receive some relief funds from the CARES Act Relief Fund; we received $7,035.89 from the
Department ofHealth and Human Services Emergency ReliefFund. These funds haverestrictionsonuse butcanbeused to prevent,
prepareforandrespond tocoronavirus for healthcarerelated expensesor lost revenuesattributableto the coronavirus. The
Superintendentwas notified by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education on Friday that emergency relief funds for
schooldistricts(ESSER Fund under CARESAct) willbeprovided in the formofa grant totaling$198,000. Funds may be used for
FY20orFY21 COVID-relatedcosts. The Federal Grants Officewillbeholdingwebinarsto providemoredetailed informationinthe
nextfew weeksso untilthen the School won't have a clear idea as to how exactly we will be ableto use the funds.
Request for Proposals for Tax Assessment Services and Principal Assessor Position:
The Board of Assessors met on Monday to discuss how to proceed with the lack of responses to the Request for
Proposals for Tax Assessment Services and how to proceed with the applications for the Principle Assessor
position. The firm that currently provides Tax assessment Services, RRG, replied that they would not be
responding to the RFP that requests a full-time Assessor, as their firm is not structured that way and it would be cost prohibitive.
The HR Director, the Chairman of the Board of Assessors and I will proceed with interviewing the applicants in the next couple of
weeks and in the meantime get a proposal fromboth Tyler Technologiesand RRGto providea quote to provideservices for upto six
months. RRG will beaskedto providea quote that would continuethe method they have been providing servicesto date and this would
allowustonothaveany disruption indeadlines for interimvalue adjustments and otherassessing services until adecisionis made
regarding whetherwewill proceed withhiringa fulltime Principal Assessoror continuingto outsource this function.
Meetings, Events and Other Announcements:
• Town Counsel office hours in May will be on May 20th 12-4 p.m.
• Disposalof Yard Waste at the old landfilloffof Youngs Road is occurring each Saturday until May 16th and is open 9 a.m.
until 4 p.m.
• The Finance Committee has a meeting this Thursday, May 14th at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Mr. Alonzo reviewed the upcoming meeting schedule.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Chief Marino stated he believed the current Town labor counsel was probably one of the most brilliant lawyers he has
worked with having dealt with him on both sides of the negotiating table. He added that he has saved the Town a lot of
money.
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Respectfully submitted,
claim. Peterson
Elaine M. Peterson
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

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                                    BOARD OF SELECTMEN 
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 
  7:00 PM  
AGENDA 
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadc ast 
over the Lunenburg Public Access channel.  
 
The Town of Lunenburg, in response to the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) is currently following the guidance from the Lunenburg Board 
of Health, Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the CDC regarding the virus and steps communities can take to preven t the 
spread and all town facilities are currently closed to the public. In accordance with the Governor’s Order Suspending Certain 
Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G. L. c. 30A, § 20, all public meetings are being conducted remotely. This meeting will be 
broadcast live through local access cable, on FacebookLive on the Public Access Face book page 
(https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access-Cable-157427270975305/) and will be able to be found on the 
LunenburgAccess YouTube channel within 24 hours 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 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. 
 
7:00 PM  PLEDGE OF ALLIGIENCE AND CALL TO ORDER 
 
I. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 BOARD 
 PUBLIC 
 
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS 
 
III. APPOINTMENTS  
 
IV. INTERVIEWS/APPOINTMENTS/ RE-APPOINTMENTS/ RESIGNATIONS 
 
V. OLD BUSINESS 
1. Skateboard Park Tollbooth Request: Change of Date 
2. FY 2021 Budget 
 
VI. CURRENT BUSINESS  
1. Saliba Property:  Vote to Declare Purchase of 994 Northfield Road a Unique Acquisition, Vote to Execute Purchase of 
Property and Designate Member of Board to Sign Documents 
2. Discussion on Plan for Safety Precautions for the Annual Town Meeting 
3. Warrant/Minutes/Action Items/Committee Reports   
 
VII. TOWN MANAGER COVID-19 AND REGULAR REPORT 
 
VIII. UPCOMING MEETING/EVENTS SCHEDULE:  June 2nd, June 9th, June 16th, June 23rd  
 
IX. PUBLIC COMMENT*** 
 PUBLIC 
 BOARD 
 
X.  ADJOURN 
 
*** Per Policy, Public comment is limited to 15 minutes, with no more than 3 minutes per speaker except at the discretion of 
the Chairperson.