Organizer of Daniel James Lynch memorial ride asked to coordinate timing with police; Select Board clarifies permit expectations

Sean Lynch said the group will stage a memorial motorcycle ride that will pass through Natick for roughly 15–20 minutes in each direction as part of an AMVETS event and requested guidance for passage. The deputy police chief had recommended not approving an 'occupy public way' permit; board members discussed whether the event constitutes a full roadway closure (which would require formal permitting) or a procession that obeys standard traffic rules.

The board advised the organizer to ensure participants follow traffic signals and to coordinate approximate timing and expected head count with Deputy Chief Lozano. Chair said notifying the police department and providing an approximate number of vehicles will help the department monitor the ride; the board did not issue an approval that would close roadways but asked the organizer to coordinate logistics with police.