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Warrants and minutes
The board voted unanimously to approve the warrant and to accept the meeting minutes for April 8 and April 15. The warrant was moved by Selectman Donnelly and seconded by Mr. Lane; the minutes motion was moved by Mr. Saad and seconded by Selectman Donnelly.

Bulk approvals
Selectmen approved, in a single bulk motion, items 4.3, 4.6, 4.9 and 4.10 on the agenda. The motion to approve those items was moved by Selectman Donnelly and seconded by Mr. Lane and carried unanimously. Item 4.6 included a park permit application from Heritage Baptist Church to use Disabled Veterans Park on Chapel and Berwick streets for a worship service on Sunday, June 29, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., estimating 50 to 125 attendees. Item 4.10 was a formal request from the veterans agent for the Memorial Day parade and ceremonies on Monday, May 26, 2025: mass at 8 a.m.; flag lowering at 9 a.m.; parade mustering at Old Parish at 9:30 a.m.; parade step‑off at 10 a.m.; ceremony at Highland Cemetery following the parade.

Moderna permits and one‑day liquor license
Two permits submitted by Moderna — a one‑day music permit and a one‑day liquor license — were discussed and approved. Board members said Moderna’s application package was thorough and that the police department had reviewed the material. The liquor license application listed a potential attendance of up to 1,000 but speakers said Moderna estimates attendance is likely to be closer to 300. Moderna told the board it did not plan to sell alcohol; selectmen voted to approve the one‑day liquor license on the date indicated (May 14) but asked that Moderna confirm whether it intends to sell alcohol, and the police department will verify the application details. The music permit (item 4.5) was also approved with a motion by Mr. Saad and second by Mr. Donnelly.

Other motions
The board approved a motion to file memoranda (item 5.1); the motion was moved by Mr. Saad and seconded by Mr. Donnelly, and voted unanimously. Earlier routine motions — the warrant and meeting minutes — were each approved by unanimous voice vote.

Next steps and process notes
Board members emphasized that if an applicant does intend to sell alcohol at an event, the town must be notified so the correct licensing and oversight apply. For the Norwood Housing Authority board vacancy the selectmen confirmed a joint meeting with the housing authority on May 27 at 7:15 p.m.; the boards will exchange applicant lists and decide whether to interview candidates or rely on a resume screening. The chair will follow up with Housing on procedure before the meeting.

Votes at a glance
- Warrant approval: moved by Selectman Donnelly; second Mr. Lane; outcome: approved (unanimous).
- Minutes (April 8 & April 15): moved by Mr. Saad; second Selectman Donnelly; outcome: approved (unanimous).
- Bulk motion (items 4.3, 4.6, 4.9, 4.10): moved by Selectman Donnelly; second Mr. Lane; outcome: approved (unanimous). Item 4.6: Heritage Baptist Church park permit for June 29 worship, estimated 50–125 attendees. Item 4.10: Memorial Day parade and ceremonies, May 26, 2025 (detailed schedule in body). Item 4.9: cemetery deeds (no additional action recorded).
- One‑day liquor license for Moderna (item 4.4, date indicated May 14): moved by Selectman Donnelly; second Mr. Lane; outcome: approved (unanimous). Condition/direction: Moderna to confirm whether alcohol will be sold; police to review.
- One‑day music permit for Moderna (item 4.5): motion to approve by Mr. Saad; second Mr. Donnelly; outcome: approved (unanimous).
- Filing memoranda (item 5.1): moved by Mr. Saad; second Selectman Donnelly; outcome: approved (unanimous).

The board closed the public portion of the meeting to enter executive session for a real‑estate negotiating matter; members said they would not return to public session except to adjourn.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board of Selectmen 5.6.25","oneSentenceSummary","At the May 6 Board of Selectmen meeting the board unanimously approved the warrant, minutes, several park and event permits, and a one‑day liquor license requested by Moderna; police and staff will confirm whether alcohol will be sold.","taxTitle","Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts","taxId",52806,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6560913,"Norwood senior center reports rising demand for rides and meals after hospital closure",211,527509,739020,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3305747-ec565c9a80d1f105bfe2e173fc5a8612&start=527&end=739","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3305747-ec565c9a80d1f105bfe2e173fc5a8612/thumbnail_527509.jpg","/articles/6560913/Town-of-Norwood/Norfolk-County/Massachusetts/Norwood-senior-center-reports-rising-demand-for-rides-and-meals-after-hospital-closure","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6560913-125e1847a1186c949468a1131a4f87e7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771213736&Signature=MBWGdW6SNyV--oZuBRoRS08HH0LsUZVRhxRirN-L7mlJMSHlYnmiTsn~~MiqdT9siAhuHKwVbiWJpb8S0Q5haXdNTGbSmtKyTbgHO7hgNl8xhPlVP1UYeAdMlEabO0gsEcWCcK11YmbNwWqV6~KBxoi0l~nPs4gzDXUWCdPNTaug9NVo4sMGyoRJgSb0oqBMK2Py4iMYwTMyzl1zvruL9eXsIZizMzRe1ORtCdXdNPkRWsgn4ghSYTDJRcPRSGEBrRVFd0CjahHKbqhzeg8Lmd2X-cbeO3myoBH17fy4J9kug67OewZT55gR7oIv2CSpaWgTAYQG7b8ksrtZzGlZQA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Kerri McCarthy, director of the Norwood Senior Center and Council on Aging, briefed the Board of Selectmen on May 6 about growing demand for transportation, meal delivery and outreach services, and volunteer programs since the Norwood Hospital closure.

McCarthy said the center now operates one bus, two vans and an electric vehicle, and has seen an uptick in out‑of‑town medical rides to facilities such as Good Samaritan, Newton‑Wellesley and Needham. “Our out of town rides have definitely increased,” she said, noting drivers also provide local trips so residents stay connected to essential services. McCarthy said the center’s drivers live in Norwood and are “community based.”

The center’s lunch program has expanded since the COVID period, McCarthy said. The program now provides in‑center meals and a grab‑and‑go option several days a week, plus home delivery for residents who cannot travel. “We’re serving hundreds of lunches a week,” she said. McCarthy credited volunteers and a local education co‑op for supporting the program.

On outreach, McCarthy said staff help residents with fuel assistance, SNAP benefits, home‑care and housing referrals, and that the center has partnered with MetroWest Legal Services for eviction/legal assistance. The center’s SHINE volunteers, who help residents with Medicare and health‑insurance questions, hold two sessions per week and are “booked out weeks in advance,” she said.

McCarthy described a rise in requests related to mental‑health needs and evictions and said staff are confronting cases of homelessness. She also described day trips and travel programs for members and said the center will host a District Attorney‑sponsored shredding event on May 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., open to all residents.

Board members thanked McCarthy and encouraged the public and elected officials to attend popular programs such as the Tuesday night suppers, which McCarthy said are an accessible way for selectmen to meet residents informally. Selectmen also asked whether the center is getting requests for longer trips; McCarthy said the center sometimes fields requests into Boston but coordinates those through HESCO because of parking and driver time.

McCarthy’s update said the center’s transportation, meal delivery and outreach services are funded and staffed through a mix of town resources and volunteers, and that the center’s program director and new program assistant are working to bolster outreach and first‑time visitor follow‑up. She asked selectmen to prioritize visits to upcoming center events; selectmen agreed to consider the schedule when planning appearances.

The center’s monthly statistics were provided to the board; McCarthy said staff are preparing a report and will supply further documentation on ride counts, lunch participation and volunteer hours if requested.","Kerri McCarthy, director of Norwood Senior Center & Council on Aging, told the Board of Selectmen the center has expanded transportation and meal programs and is seeing increased demand for out‑of‑town medical rides, outreach, and services such as SHINE and legal assistance.","actionData","errors"]

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Selectmen approve warrants, minutes and multiple permits; one‑day liquor license granted for Moderna event

Norwood senior center reports rising demand for rides and meals after hospital closure