Mark Howell

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.”

“Chair Howell specifically made specific recognition of the excellent work of the School Building Committee.”

“Mr. Howell”

“Chair Howell stated that he is in support of the project however he noted the Town Manager's valid concerns.”

“Chair Howell stated that he received an informal acknowledgement that the Open Meeting Law Complaint Response was received.”

“Chair Howell stated that he received an informal acknowledgement that the Open Meeting Law Complaint Response was received.”

“Chair Howell stated that governance of the municipal facilities planning is important and that he feels it would be best coordinated by the Select Board, the Town Manager and staff, with involvement from liaisons from the Finance Committee, Public Works Commission and the Planning Board.”

“Chair Howell shared that he is proposing to rename the committee- The MCI Master Planning Committee and reviewed the main points of the MCI Master Plan Committee Charge document.”

“Chair Howell shared that he is proposing to rename the committee- The MCI Master Planning Committee and reviewed the main points of the MCI Master Plan Committee Charge document.”

“Chair Howell described the process and options, stating this is the Select Board’s opportunity to state their position on articles, and that the positions will be published in the town briefing book.”

“Chair Howell described the process and options, stating this is the Select Board’s opportunity to state their position on articles, and that the positions will be published in the town briefing book.”

“Chair Howell described the process and options, stating this is the Select Board’s opportunity to state their position on articles, and that the positions will be published in the town briefing book.”

“Upon a motion duly made by Chair Howell and seconded it was UNANIMOUSLY voted to take Affirmative Action on Articles 1 – 5, 8 and 10.”

“Upon a motion duly made by Chair Howell and seconded it was UNANIMOUSLY voted to take Affirmative Action on Articles 1 – 5, 8 and 10.”

“Upon a motion duly made by Chair Howell and seconded it was UNANIMOUSLY voted to take Affirmative Action on Articles 1 – 5, 8 and 10.”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 6:09PM.”

“Chair Howell provided the introduction and overview which included the following points”

“Chair Howell provided the introduction and overview which included the following points”

“motion duly made by Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell reviewed the complaint”

“Chair Howell reviewed the complaint”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 6:09 PM and confirmed that all Select Board members were present.”

“Mr. Howell – Aye”

“Chair Howell stated that the student enrollment shift at Concord Carlisle High School significantly worked against the Town of Carlisle this year.”

“Chair Howell noted possible community confusion regarding the board's recent proclamation on antisemitism and proposed scheduling a future meeting to clarify whether the town has formally "adopted" the IHRA definition or is merely using it as a reference tool.”

“Gratitude was expressed by Chair Howell to the town staff for their work during the snowstorms, citing that there were no power outages.”

“Gratitude was expressed by Chair Howell to the town staff for their work during the snowstorms, citing that there were no power outages.”

“Gratitude was expressed by Chair Howell to the town staff for their work during the snowstorms, citing that there were no power outages.”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell emphasized that it is not optional to replace or make significant improvements to the Department of Public Works (DPW) and Public Safety Facility as they do not meet current needs.”

“Chair Howell expressed the importance of carefully considering future town property needs prior to disposing of property”

“Chair Howell expressed the importance of carefully considering future town property needs prior to disposing of property”

“Chair Howell stated that there are now three citizens' petitions as one did not have the necessary number of signatures.”

“Chair Howell stated that he toured several buildings on the western side at MCI Concord- specifically buildings that are being looked at for reuse as Department of Public Works (DPW) facilities.”

“Chair Howell stated that he toured several buildings on the western side at MCI Concord- specifically buildings that are being looked at for reuse as Department of Public Works (DPW) facilities.”

“Chair Howell weighed in on the levels of efficiencies”

“Chair Howell moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:04 PM.”

“Chair Howell stated that he is hoping to focus on community engagement and education now that the administrative tasks are complete.”

“Chair Howell provided the introduction to the agenda item”

“Chair Howell read through the document 2025-2026 Select Board Goals”

“Chair Howell thanked the staff for adjusting the meeting date to the snow contingency date.”

“Chair Howell stated that he distributed a draft of the DEI Commission charge to the Select Board prior to the meeting, and the Select Board is scheduled to vote to approve it this evening. The Select Board has discussed the charge at several prior meetings. Chair Howell noted two minor errors in spelling/word deletion that need to be made.”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.”

“Chair Howell stated that understanding available Free Cash is very useful in the guideline setting process.”

“Chair Howell stated that the Solicitation by Law, sponsored by the Select Board, is included in the meeting packet and that there are 52 warrant articles and 4 citizen petitions that have been submitted.”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell introduced the agenda item with a statement that focused on compassionate engagement, acknowledging the acts of bias and hate that have occurred in Concord and communicated to the Jewish community that the Select Board stands with them. Chair Howell stated that everyone deserves dignity, care and respect and that everyone is welcome in Concord. Chair Howell expressed the importance of getting started on the work of teaching our children to respect all people and disagree without demeaning, which will build a better world. Chair Howell noted that the proclamation was amended to be signed on January 27 (International Holocaust Remembrance Day) due to the rescheduling of the Select Board meeting from January 26.”

“Chair Howell stated that he distributed a draft of the DEI Commission charge to the Select Board prior to the meeting”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell stated that the board would begin reviewing progress on their established goals, as well as the Town Manager's progress on goals. This discussion will be scheduled for an upcoming meeting- potentially February 2. Chair Howell also stated that January 26 is the Town Caucus and a Select Board meeting. Chair Howell announced that the upcoming Town Meeting will be at the Concord Carlisle Regional High School and not the middle school due to parking limitations at CMS.”

“Mr. Howell stated that the name the group does not have to be one thing or another”

“Chair Howell added that the new time of day rates begin April 1st to encourage off-peak use”

“Chair Howell added that the new time of day rates begin April 1st to encourage off-peak use”

“Mr. Howell provided an explanation about the purpose of the Vision Report that was previously published and then stated that the master planning process will allow for consideration of the community's preferences regarding site development, which will inform zoning.”

“In response to Mr. Howell’s inquiry, Ms. Rovelli stated that the Financial Policy Working Group is not recommending a school assessment stabilization fund (that would address shifts in enrollment at Concord Carlisle High School).”

“In response to Mr. Howell’s inquiry, Ms. Rovelli stated that the Financial Policy Working Group is not recommending a school assessment stabilization fund (that would address shifts in enrollment at Concord Carlisle High School).”

“Chair Howell stated that the Town Meeting warrant is open until January 23 at 12 PM.”

“Chair Howell stated that the Town Meeting warrant is open until January 23 at 12 PM.”

“Chair Howell stated that the Town Meeting warrant is open until January 23 at 12 PM.”

“Chair Howell read from the document the Cauldron of Social Bias and spoke about responding to all bias against all social identity groups. Chair Howell stated that any incident reporting system should capture both positive and negative incidents.”

“Chair Howell stated that he distributed a draft of the DEI Commission charge to the Select Board prior to the meeting.”

“Chair Howell stated that he distributed a draft of the DEI Commission charge to the Select Board prior to the meeting.”

“Mr. McKennitt and Chair Howell shared the concern that there is a potential loss of public visibility with specific expenditures should the NRC have the power to purchase parcels without Select Board approval.”

“Chair Howell expressed gratitude and appreciation to the town staff, especially for the work that the past year required.”

“Chair Howell stated that he will provide the memo date needed for the December 8 Executive Session minutes and it was confirmed that this will be entered into the December 8 Executive Session minutes.”

“Chair Howell stated that he will provide the memo date needed for the December 8 Executive Session minutes and it was confirmed that this will be entered into the December 8 Executive Session minutes.”

“Chair Howell noted that the packet is inclusive of a memo regarding the Natural Resource Commission appointment process. Chair Howell found the memo to be comprehensive.”

“Chair Howell commented about the budget target stating that he appreciated the finance team presenting the draft budget at 2.95% to the Select Board. Chair Howell stated there is a cost to trying to go tighter on the budget.”

“Chair Howell expressed his support for accepting this gift.”

“In response to Chair Howell's inquiry”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell stated that all Select Board members are assigned as liaisons to committees and boards. Chair Howell also stated that any Town Meeting articles to be discussed need to be addressed at the January 12, 2026 Select Board meeting. Chair Howell is currently aware of two potential articles.”

“Chair Howell described the three versions of the DEI Commission charge that are included in the meeting packet for this agenda item.”

“Chair Howell stated that there will be Town Meeting articles on this topic and that he would appreciate the more ordered system”

“Chair Howell provided a brief overview of MCI Concord planning next steps”

“Mr. Howell”

“Mr. Howell”

“Mr. Howell”

“Chair Howell thanked the staff for their service to the town.”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell encouraged the town to continue to work on strategic initiatives, such as land use and consolidating municipal offices, but not cut essential staffing.”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 1:03 PM”

“In response to Chair Howell's question”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell stated that the approval of the amended APP #10 will be added to the Consent Agenda for the next meeting.”

“Chair Howell”

“In response to Chair Howell's question”

“Chair Howell”

“Mr. Howell – Aye”

“Mr. Howell – Aye”

“Chair Howell requested that the benches and tables be installed as soon as possible, and following installation, a grand opening should be scheduled for the spring.”

“Chair Howell announced that there is a budget review meeting on December 9 from 1:00-3:00.”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell presented the proposed Select Board Spring Meeting Calendar.”

“Chair Howell”

“Mr. Howell”

“Chair Howell stated that the Bias and Hate Incident Working Group met.”

“Chair Howell stated that the Bias and Hate Incident Working Group met.”

“Mr. Howell stated that the number of residential parcels that qualify is now fact, not speculation.”

“Mr. Howell stated that the number of residential parcels that qualify is now fact, not speculation.”

“Chair Howell provided an update that he will now serve as Liaison to the DEI Commission and Mr. Boehm will serve as Liaison to the Natural Resources Commission.”

“Chair Howell provided an update that he will now serve as Liaison to the DEI Commission and Mr. Boehm will serve as Liaison to the Natural Resources Commission.”

“Chair Howell provided an update that he will now serve as Liaison to the DEI Commission and Mr. Boehm will serve as Liaison to the Natural Resources Commission.”

“Chair Howell provided an update that he will now serve as Liaison to the DEI Commission and Mr. Boehm will serve as Liaison to the Natural Resources Commission.”

“Chair Howell provided an update that he will now serve as Liaison to the DEI Commission and Mr. Boehm will serve as Liaison to the Natural Resources Commission.”

“Chair Howell stated that he supports continuing the RTE at the 10% level for Fiscal Year 2026 noting that the 10% level provides substantial relief for lower-value homes as a percentage of their tax burden.”

“Chair Howell stated that he supports continuing the RTE at the 10% level for Fiscal Year 2026 noting that the 10% level provides substantial relief for lower-value homes as a percentage of their tax burden.”

“Mr. Martines stated that he could not find any other reason why the Select Board has not put in effort to control or even cut spending on the agenda.”

“Chair Howell called the meeting of the Select Board to order at 12:00 PM.”

“Mr. Howell – Aye”

“Chair Howell commented on how the GIS tool can help the community to identify themes and estimate new investment needs.”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 4:00 PM.”

“Chair Howell stated that there has recently been discussion with MA DOT regarding the Route 2 rotary.”

“Chair Howell announced upcoming meetings”

“Chair Howell announced upcoming meetings”

“Chair Howell stated that the Bias and Hate Incident Work Group will meet on November 6.”

“Chair Howell stated that the Bias and Hate Incident Work Group will meet on November 6.”

“Chair Howell replied”

“Mr. Howell – Aye”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 10:30 AM.”

“Mr. Howell Yes”

“Mr. Howell”

“Mr. Howell inquired about the effective date of the appointment”

“Mr. Howell Yes”

“Chair Howell provided the following updates”

“Chair Howell provided the following updates”

“Chair Howell made a statement focused on public discourse, civility, and communication which included the following key points”

“Chair Howell made a statement focused on public discourse, civility, and communication which included the following key points”

“Chair Howell is in support of removing the tree”

“Mr. Howell stated that last year’s Municipal Empowerment Act did not pass.”

“Mr. Howell – Aye”

“Chair Howell is in support of removing the tree due to the lot size, it being out of scale, the difficulty of rebuilding a structure around the tree and that the tree will only become more problematic as it increases in size.”

“adjourned by Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 2:00 PM.”

“Chair Howell confirmed that Erinn Prebil and Bryn Hilts, Co-Presidents of Willard School Parent Teacher Group were present.”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.”

“Mr. Howell shared that contributions are still being accepted to support this project”

“Chair Howell recommended allowing for more time between calling for an election and the election itself.”

“Chair Howell shared that the review of the summary statement will be done by the Select Board and the committee that sponsored the warrant article.”

“Chair Howell suggested that when approving a calendar for an election, the Select Board should create clear dates for reviewing the summary and statements”

“Chair Howell stated that there will be further discussion about the budget at the following meeting”

“Chair Howell stated that there will be further discussion about the budget at the following meeting”

“Chair Howell stated that there will be further discussion about the budget at the following meeting”

“Chair Howell stated that there will be further discussion about the budget at the following meeting”

“Chair Howell stated that there will be further discussion about the budget at the following meeting”

“Mr. Howell Liaison Report”

“Chair Howell reported that most people that are eligible have applied”

“Chair Howell shared that the representative from the school district has not been selected yet”

“Mr. Howell – Aye”

“Chair Howell pointed out that the job itself is very demanding and broad”

“The motion did not pass with Chair Howell, Ms. Hartman, Ms. Rovelli and Mr. Boehm voting Naye”

“Chair Howell shared”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 6:11 PM.”

“Chair Howell requested that the action that the Land Use Working Group took to approve minutes be removed from the August 18 joint meeting minutes.”

“Chair Howell announced that the Town Manager's merit pay increase would not be announced at the meeting as the Select Board did not discuss this agenda item in the Executive Session held directly prior to this meeting and it was not properly noticed to the public to be discussed at the open session meeting. Rather, the Select Board will discuss the Town Manager's merit pay increase at an upcoming open session meeting.”

“Chair Howell announced that the Town Manager's merit pay increase would not be announced at the meeting as the Select Board did not discuss this agenda item in the Executive Session held directly prior to this meeting and it was not properly noticed to the public to be discussed at the open session meeting. Rather, the Select Board will discuss the Town Manager's merit pay increase at an upcoming open session meeting.”

“Chair Howell”

“Mr. Howell stated that the MCI Concord Vision Plan was uploaded to the website today.”

“Mr. Howell weighed in on goals for transportation improvement, increasing housing and development and acting wisely in regard to ecology.”

“Mr. Howell weighed in on goals for transportation improvement, increasing housing and development and acting wisely in regard to ecology.”

“Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 2:06 PM.”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell acknowledged Ag Day and thanked Ms. Reichman for her support with setting up the Select Board table.”

“Chair Howell acknowledged Ag Day and thanked Ms. Reichman for her support with setting up the Select Board table.”

“Chair Howell suggested that volunteers can begin expressing interest in joining”

“Chair Howell briefly mentioned the letter from the West Concord Advisory Committee that was sent to the Select Board in support of the purchase of Lot A1 of the Center and Main St. development. to construct a "pocket park."”

“Chair Howell briefly mentioned the letter from the West Concord Advisory Committee that was sent to the Select Board in support of the purchase of Lot A1 of the Center and Main St. development. to construct a "pocket park."”

“Chair Howell briefly mentioned the letter from the West Concord Advisory Committee that was sent to the Select Board in support of the purchase of Lot A1 of the Center and Main St. development. to construct a "pocket park."”

“Chair Howell reported that a letter to extend negotiations through August 2026 was sent to DCAMM and has received a positive response.”

“Chair Howell led the discussion about the draft charge”

“Mr. Boehm and Chair Howell discussed that the average tax (Real Estate Transfer Fee Tax) for an average home sale would be around $4,000.00”

“Mr. Boehm and Chair Howell discussed that the average tax (Real Estate Transfer Fee Tax) for an average home sale would be around $4,000.00”

“Mark emphasized the need to bring current projects to a conclusion.”

“Mark emphasized the need to bring current projects to a conclusion.”

“Chair Howell reported that on August 25, 2025 an act of vandalism was reported to the Concord Police Department.”

“Chair Howell reported that on August 25, 2025 an act of vandalism was reported to the Concord Police Department.”

“Chair Howell responded that Scott Bates, who was originally selected as the MCI Concord Advisory Board's representative to the Land Use Working Group resigned due to the time commitment, and that Ms. Miller was selected as the new representative.”

“Chair Howell responded that Scott Bates, who was originally selected as the MCI Concord Advisory Board's representative to the Land Use Working Group resigned due to the time commitment, and that Ms. Miller was selected as the new representative.”

“Chair Howell responded that Scott Bates, who was originally selected as the MCI Concord Advisory Board's representative to the Land Use Working Group resigned due to the time commitment, and that Ms. Miller was selected as the new representative.”

“Chair Howell, to implement a more reliable process”

“Chair Howell, to implement a more reliable process”

“Mr. Howell plans to add budget discussion as an agenda item to the upcoming meetings.”

“Mr. Howell plans to add budget discussion as an agenda item to the upcoming meetings.”

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“Chair Howell provided an overview of the upcoming discussion, which would center on incident reporting and he informed the Select Board that District Attorney Ryan's office will be providing data on reported incidents in Concord over the last four years so that a baseline can be established.”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell”

“Chair Howell called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.”

“Chair Howell reported that the next Chair’s Breakfast will be held virtually on 8/20/25”

“Chair Howell reported that the next Chair’s Breakfast will be held virtually on 8/20/25”

“Chair Howell reported that the next Chair’s Breakfast will be held virtually on 8/20/25”

“Chair Howell encouraged the community to listen to the Civic Concord podcast”

“Mr. Howell –Aye”