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WINTHROP TOWN COUNCIL
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‘own Council President James Letterie
Precinct | Councilor Costigan MAY 20, 2025
. : TOWN COUNCIL
Precinct 3 VP- Councilor Belcher 6:30 PM
Precinct 4 Councilor Swope
Precinct 5 Councilor Aiello HARVEY HEARING ROOM
Precinct 6 Councilor DaRos
Councilor at Large DeMarco
Councilor at Large Tassinari
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. MINUTES
aie of Minutes } a 6, 2025 as circulated
2.
CITATIONS. Learn to Skate 40Yr. ‘Anniversary
Sean Donahue
George Barker
CITATION-Retirement
Marylou Osborne
PRESENTATION:
MAPC-Hazard Mitigation Presentation
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENT
CORRESPONDENCE
COMMITTEE REPORTS
SCHOOL DEPARTMENT REPORT
UPDATE POLICY MAKING COMMITTEES
TOWN MANAGER REPORT
0. OLD BUSINESS
MBTA 3A — Discussion and Procedure
Discussion:
ADU’s and Short Term Rental’s
11. NEW BUSINESS
Proclamation Recognizing Pride Month
OPI AAR
Proclamation Town Council Approve to Recognize June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth National Independence Day in Winthrop
Town Council appropriate $1,465,356 Free Cash / Stabilization Funds
Town Council appropriate $200,000 from Retained Earnings/Wate Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund
Town Council appropriate $130,000 Free Cash / Compensated Absences and OPEB Trust
Town Council appropriate $20,000 Retained Earnings / Ferry Enterprise Fund Costs
Town Council appropriate the sum of $38,500,000 for the demolition of the Old Middle School & Auditorium
and Design of New Fire House
Discuss next procedure on appointing councilor for P2
12. PUBLIC COMMENT
13. PUBLIC RELATIONS / UPCOMING EVENTS
o Nomination Papers for the Local Election 11-4-25 Available Clerks Office
o Please participate on the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment-Town Website
o Winthrop Ferry Up & Running: Schedule on Winthrop Website / Weekends begin May 24, 2025
o June 7, 2025 Pride Pot Luck -Ingleside Park 2-6 PM
o June 14, 2025 Pride Pub Crawl-Drop Zone Brewery 4PM
o June 21, 2025 — Strawberry Festival- Winthrop Deane House
14. ANDIOURNMENT
A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING PRIDE MONTH
MOTION
_ Submitted by: Council John DaRos, Precinct 6
Date: May 15, 2024 (for May 20" Town Council meeting)
TEXT OF MOTION
| move that the Winthrop Town Council approve the following Proclamation Recognizing June 7-14, 2025 as
Pride Week in Winthrop.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Winthrop Town Council recognizes that June is Pride Month in many communities across the
Commonwealth, our Nation, and the World, as a time to celebrate the commonality and diversity of our entire community
including our LGBTQ community; and
WHEREAS, we honor and remember the Stonewall Uprising in New York City in June 4969 which marked a turning point
in the LGBTQ rights movement and inspired a new era of activism; and
WHEREAS, we celebrate and protect the human dignity and rights of all marginalized people and communities along with
millions of Americans across the Commonwealth, the Nation and the World; and
WHEREAS, we recognize and raise awareness of the ongoing struggles of the LGBTQ community each June, including
recent examples we have witnessed:
« 575 anti-LGBTQ legislative bills introduced across the U.S. according to the ACLU, including efforts to rescind
LGBTQ marriage equality rights’
« Proposed funding cuts for suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth at a time when 39% of LGBTQ young
people seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, including 46% of transgender and non-binary
young people, with LGBTQ youth of color reporting higher rates than their White peers?
« US State Department recognition of challenges for LGBTQ and all people traveling abroad, based on their real or
perceived sexual orientation, with more than 60 countries still considering same-sex relations a crime, including
some countries where people may face severe punishment. 8
WHEREAS, The Town of Winthrop recognizes the accomplishments of the Commonwealth as the first state in the Nation
to legalize same-sex marriage in 2004, and the Commonwealth’s continued promotion and fostering of the LGBTQ
community; and
WHEREAS, as proclaimed by the previous federal administration, "We recognize the valuable contributions of LGBTQ+
individuals to American society and culture, and we reaffirm our commitment to standing in solidarity with LGBTQ+
Americans in their ongoing struggle for full equality"; and
WHEREAS, as Speaker of the House Bob DeLeo stated in Governor Charlie Baker's 2017 Pride Month proclamation
press release, “Pride Month is an invaluable opportunity to recognize the gains we've made in ensuring civil rights and to
celebrate LGBTQ culture, while reflecting on the work ahead of us,"4;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Winthrop Town Council that the week of June 7-14, 2025 shall be
recognized as Pride Week in the Town of Winthrop, and that we encourage all residents to join in celebrating the LGBTQ
community; and
FURTHER, be it proclaimed that in recognition of Pride Week, the Town of Winthrop authorizes the Town Administration
to fly the LGBTQ Pride Flag at the E.B. Newton Cultural Center to represent all members of the LGBTQ community from
June 7" through June 14%, 2025, consistent with Town Policy.
1 ACLU online bulletin, April 29, 2025: https://www.aclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-labtg-rights-2025
2 The Trevor Project 2024 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People: https://www.thetrevorproj ject.ora/survey-2024
3 Us State Dept travel bulletin: hllps://travel.state.qove/content/travel/en/intemational-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/igb.htm|
4 state Library of Massachusetts, Office of the Governor, Press Releases; Govemor Baker. House Speaker DeLeo and Senate President Rosenberg Declare June as LGBT
Pride Month, June 6, 2017; https://archives jib.state.ma.us/handle/2452/724775
TOWN OF WINTHROP
OFFICE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA 02152 Telephone: 617-846-1742
MOTION
Submitted By: Councilor Belcher Date: May 15, 2025
Motion for the council to approve the following proclamation recognizing June 19", 2025, as
Juneteenth National Independence Day in Winthtop.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Juneteenth, federally and locally observed annually on June 19th, commemorates the
day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their
freedom—more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation
Proclamation; and
WHEREAS, Juneteenth is recognized as the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the
ending of slavery in the United States, and stands as a symbol of the long and continuing struggle for
racial equity, justice, and the celebration of African American culture, heritage, and achievement; and
WHEREAS, the observance of Juneteenth is an opportunity for reflection, education, and renewed
commitment to the values of freedom, equality, and community, which are foundational to the
Town of Winthrop; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Winthrop celebrates the diversity in our residents and recognizes that the
impact of out African Ametican neighbors on the vibrant fabric of our community is indelible and
deserving of recognition, acknowledgement, and a solid commitment to ensure continued equality
for all; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Winthrop recognizes the importance of acknowledging this significant
date in American history and affirms its commitment to fostering a more inclusive and just society;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Winthrop Town Council does hereby proclaim June
19, 2025, as Juneteenth National Independence Day in the Town of Winthrop; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in honor of this day, the Juneteenth flag shall be flown at
the E.B. Newton Cultural Center in accordance with Town Ordinance on Wednesday, June 19,
2025, as a symbol of remembrance, celebration, and unity.
Anthony Marino
Town Manager
Town Council Motion
TOWN OF WINTHROP
OFFICE OF THE TOWN MANAGER
Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA 02152 Telephone: 617-846-1077 Fax: 617-846-5458
May 15, 2025
Motion Summary
Title: Free Cash Allocation
Motion ID: TCM25-012
Amount: $1,465,356
Funding Source: Free Cash
Motion Details
Motion Type: Appropriate
Submitted by: Anthony Marino, Town Manager
Date Submitted: May 15, 2025
Text of Motion
Fiscal Year 2025
MOTION: I move that the Town Council vote to appropriate Certified Free Cash as listed
below; or take any other action thereto. Free Cash and Retained Earnings certification file
is attached.
Funding Details
Certified Free Cash as of 7/1/2024 2,081,694.00
Set Aside (250,000.00)
Available to allocate 1,831,694.00
Stabilization Funds
Current Balance
Free Cash Allocation
Ending balance
General Stabilization 4,A400,743.00 677,727.00 | 5,078,470.00
Capital Stabilization 1,743,449.00 668,214.00 | 2,411,663.00
Building Stabilization 235,536.00 64,464.00 300,000.00
Education Stablization : 64,951.00 64,951.00
Ending Free Cash Balance 616,338.00 |
TOWN OF WINTHROP
OFFICE OF THE TOWN MANAGER
Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA 02152 Telephone: 617-846-1077 Fax: 617-846-5458
Anthony Marino
Town Manager
Town Council Motion
May 15, 2025 Fiscal Year 2025
Motion Summary
Title: Water/Sewer Retained Earnings Appropriation to Stabilization
Motion ID: TCM25-013
Amount: $200,000
Funding Source: Water/Sewer Fund Retained Earnings
Motion Details
Motion Type: Appropriate
Submitted by: Anthony Marino, Town Manager
Date Submitted: May 15, 2025
Text of Motion
MOTION: I move that the Town Council appropriate from Retained Earnings in the
Water/Sewer Fund, the amount of $200,000 and transfer it to the Water/Sewer Capital
Stabilization Fund; or take any other action thereto.
Funding Details
Funding Source Funding Destination
Fund Description Amount Fund Description Amount
901 Retained Earnings $200,000 966 fater/Sewer Capital ($200,000
Stabilization Fund
W/S Retained Earnings Balance: $346,906
Amount Requested; $200,000
W/S Retained Earnings after motion approval: $146,906
Water/Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund Balance: $885,022
TOWN OF WINTHROP
OFFICE OF THE TOWN MANAGER
Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA 02152 Telephone: 617-846-1077 Fax: 617-846-5458
Anthony Marino
Town Manager
Town Council Motion
May 15, 2024 Fiscal Year 2025
Motion Summary
Title: Free Cash Appropriation to Reserves
Motion ID: TCM25-014
Amount: $130,000
Funding Source: Free Cash
Motion Details
Motion Type: Appropriate
Submitted by: Anthony Marino, Town Manager
Date Submitted: May 15, 2025
Text of Motion
MOTION: I move that the Town Council vote to appropriate Certified Free Cash as listed
below; or take any other action thereto.
Funding Details
Funding Source Funding Destination
Account |Description |Amount Account |Description Amount
Free Cash | $130,000.00 967|Compensated Absence Reserve Fund | $ 80,000.00
968/OPEB Trust Fund $ 50,000.00
Free Cash : $616,338
Amount Requested:_$130,000
Free Cash after motion approval : $486,338
Current Compensated Absences Reserve Balance: $10,306
Current OPEB Trust Balance: $553,749.00
TOWN OF WINTHROP
OFFICE OF THE TOWN MANAGER
Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA 02152 Telephone: 617-846-1077 Fax: 617-846-5458
Anthony Marino
Town Manager
Town Council Motion
May 15, 2025 Fiscal Year 2025
Motion Summary
Title: Ferry Enterprise Fund Appropriation
Motion ID: TCM25-011
Amount: $20,000
Funding Source: Ferry Retained Earnings
Motion Details
Motion Type: Appropriate
Submitted by: Anthony Marino, Town Manager
Date Submitted: May 15, 2025
Text of Motion
MOTION: I move that the Town Council appropriate retained earnings in the Ferry
Enterprise Fund, in the amount of $20,000, to cover the costs that the fund has/will incur
in FY25. Currently these expenses include insurance. The Finance Office will apply the
funds to the various accounts where expenses are incurred; or take any other action
thereto.
Funding Details
Funding Source Funding Destination
Account Description Amount Account Description Amount
1660-359000 [Retained Earnings {$20,000 Multiple ‘arious Ferry Accounts {$20,000
Ferry Retained Earnings: $144,838
Amount Requested: $20,000
Ferry Retained Earnings after motion approval: $124,838
TOWN OF WINTHROP
OFFICE OF THE TOWN MANAGER
Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA 02152 Telephone: 617-846-1077 Fax: 617-846-5458
Anthony Marino
Town Manager
MOTION
Submitted By: Anthony Marino, Town Manager Date: 5-13-25
TEXT OF MOTION
MOTION: I move that the Winthrop Town Council adopt the following order:
ORDER: That the Town appropriates the sum of THIRTY-EIGHT MILLION FIVE
HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($38,500,000) for the demolition of the Old
Middle School and Auditorium and for the design, engineering, constructing, equipping,
and furnishing of a new Fire Station, including the payment of costs incidental or related
thereto; and to meet this appropriation the Treasurer, with the approval of the Town
Manager, is authorized to issue bonds or notes under the provisions of Massachusetts
General Laws Chapter 44, section 7, or any other enabling authority.
Hazard Ready Winthrop!
Public Presentation, May 20*', 6:30 PM
Tuesday, May 20", 2025
6:30 PM
Winthrop Town Council
Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square, Harvey Hearing Room
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Winthrop experiences natural hazards that can affect residents and
businesses, including flooding, coastal storms, and hurricanes.
The Town is updating its FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan to assess its
vulnerability to natural hazards and strategies to increase resilience.
Join us on May 20 at the Town Council for a
presentation about Town’s Hazard Mitigation Plan
If you have questions or
comments, please email MA w&
WinthropResilience@mapc.org weimrouiray sate mean come,
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| oe) Pride Ride 2025
= Let’s Ride & Roll for Pride
Saturday, June 7 2025
Bike Decorating: 2 - 2:30. Ride Starts@ 2:30
Rain Date: June 8" 2025
START/END: Ingleside Park, Brookfield Road
2025 Pride Potluck 6/7/25
START/END: 2 - 6pm @ Ingleside Park
Bring your blanket, chair, energy & positivity & appetite
2025 Pride Pub Crawl 6/14/25 mis
START: 4 pm @ Drop Zone Brewery
Scan the QR code to RSVP for the Pride Pub Crawl
For more information on these amazing events: visit
www.winthroppride.com