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Vanessa O'Connor

Elected townwide · 7 terms in this record

Vanessa A. O'Connor

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Record at a glance · 2023–2024 Board

24 of 24meetings attended (100%) · whole board 94%
54votes cast by name (yes, no or abstain)
3no votes (6% of votes cast) · whole board 4%
3 of 6split votes where O'Connor was in the minority · whole board 25%
0abstained
7terms in this record

On split votes, O'Connor voted the same way as…

How these numbers work
  • Counted from the official minutes, for 2023–2024 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
  • Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list O'Connor as present or absent at the start.
  • Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
  • Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
  • A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
  • “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.

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Attendance

At the start of 24 of 24 Select Board meetings in 2023–2024 Board.

Missed none.

Every meeting (24)

Votes where members disagreed · 2023–2024 Board

Apr 1Include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article to Amend…Motion: to include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article to Amend the…Passed 4–0 · O'Connor: Yes

April 1, 2024: Include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article to Amend the Zoning Bylaws regarding the Proposed Overlay District for Billboards on Route 3 as presented to the Board this evening

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article to Amend the Zoning Bylaws regarding the Proposed Overlay District for Billboards on Route 3 as presented to the Board this evening.

Voted: Yes

Yes: Delaney, Nyman, O'Connor, TuzikAbstained: Louko

From the minutes

“Seeing no further questions, the Board voted to include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article to Amend the Zoning Bylaws regarding the Proposed Overlay District for Billboards on Route 3 as presented to the Board this evening. Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Delaney, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye, Selectman Louko abstained..” (Motion: O'Connor)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Apr 1Include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article Amending the…Motion: to include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article Amending the General…Passed 4–0 · O'Connor: Yes

April 1, 2024: Include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article Amending the General Bylaws regarding Billboards

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article Amending the General Bylaws regarding Billboards.

Voted: Yes

Yes: Delaney, Nyman, O'Connor, TuzikAbstained: Louko

From the minutes

“The Board voted to include the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article Amending the General Bylaws regarding Billboards. Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Delaney, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye, Selectman Louko, abstained.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Jan 2Approve the contribution in the amount of $19,000 to…Motion: to approve the contribution in the amount of $19,000 to the…Passed 3–0 · O'Connor: Yes

January 2, 2024 (Special meeting): Approve the contribution in the amount of $19,000 to the Town Manager's deferred compensation plan pursuant to the Town Manager's contract

ApprovePassed · 3–0

To approve the contribution in the amount of $19,000 to the Town Manager's deferred compensation plan pursuant to the Town Manager's contract.

Voted: Yes

Yes: Nyman, O'Connor, TuzikAbstained: Louko

From the minutes

“Via roll call vote, the Board voted to approve the contribution in the amount of $19,000 to the Town Manager's deferred compensation plan pursuant to the Town Manager's contract. Roll call vote: Selectman Louko, abstained, Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Dec 4Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class I…Motion: to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class I Agent…Passed Unanimous, 4 present · O'Connor: Yes

December 4, 2023: Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class I Agent or Seller's Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full...

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class I Agent or Seller's Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. GPI MA-GM, Inc., dba IRA Buick GMC Hanover, 1845 Washington Street B. GPI MA-DM, Inc., dba Mercedes-Benz of Hanover/Sprinter of Hanover, 1877 Washington Street C. Jannell Motors, Inc., LLC, dba Janell Ford, 2000 Washington Street D. McGee Motorcars, Inc., dba McGee Toyota, McGee Scion, 860 Washington St. E. Planet Subaru, Inc., 596 Washington Street F. T.R. Motors Inc., dba Coastal Volkswagen, 1 Saturn Drive G. Cappo Management XLVII, LLC dba Ocean Honda of Hanover, 2060 Washington Street

Voted: Yes

David R. Delaney stepped aside (recused) from this vote.

From the minutes

“The Board voted to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class I Agent or Seller's Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. GPI MA-GM, Inc., dba IRA Buick GMC Hanover, 1845 Washington Street B. GPI MA-DM, Inc., dba Mercedes-Benz of Hanover/Sprinter of Hanover, 1877 Washington Street C. Jannell Motors, Inc., LLC, dba Janell Ford, 2000 Washington Street D. McGee Motorcars, Inc., dba McGee Toyota, McGee Scion, 860 Washington St. E. Planet Subaru, Inc., 596 Washington Street F. T.R. Motors Inc., dba Coastal Volkswagen, 1 Saturn Drive G. Cappo Management XLVII, LLC dba Ocean Honda of Hanover, 2060 Washington Street Selectman Louko, aye, Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye..”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Dec 4Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class II…Motion: to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class II Used…Passed Unanimous, 4 present · O'Connor: Yes

December 4, 2023: Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class II Used Car Dealer's Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full...

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class II Used Car Dealer's Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. Colonial Auto Body, Inc., 5-7 Rawson Road B. Hanover Auto Body, 703 Washington Street C. The Auto Mart Corporation, 755 Washington Street D. C.J.E. Corp., 697 Washington Street

Voted: Yes

David R. Delaney stepped aside (recused) from this vote.

From the minutes

“The Board voted to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class II Used Car Dealer's Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. Colonial Auto Body, Inc., 5-7 Rawson Road B. Hanover Auto Body, 703 Washington Street C. The Auto Mart Corporation, 755 Washington Street D. C.J.E. Corp., 697 Washington Street E. Hilltop Appliance, Inc., dba Hilltop Auto, 1102 Hanover Street F. Dave Delaney's Columbia Motors, LLC, 775-785 Washington G. Derek Rent & John Goncalves, dba The Auto Hospital, 912 Webster Street H. Mortland Motors, LLC, 1102 Hanover Street, Unit 1 I. Hanover Auto Service & Sales, LLC, 1004 Washington Street J. Northeastern Petroleum Services & Supply, 51 B Street, Bay 2 Selectman Louko, aye, Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Dec 4Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class III…Motion: to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class III Agent…Passed Unanimous, 4 present · O'Connor: Yes

December 4, 2023: Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class III Agent Motor Vehicles – Junk Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being...

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class III Agent Motor Vehicles – Junk Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. ACS Racing, Inc., 74 Industrial Way B. Jeff's Removal and Recycling Co., 175 Winter Street

Voted: Yes

David R. Delaney stepped aside (recused) from this vote.

From the minutes

“The Board voted to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Class III Agent Motor Vehicles – Junk Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. ACS Racing, Inc., 74 Industrial Way B. Jeff's Removal and Recycling Co., 175 Winter Street Selectman Louko, aye, Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye..”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Dec 4Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Lease or…Motion: to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Lease or Rental…Passed Unanimous, 4 present · O'Connor: Yes

December 4, 2023: Approve the renewal of the following Automobile Lease or Rental Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with...

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the renewal of the following Automobile Lease or Rental Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. McGee Motorcars, Inc. dba McGee Toyota, McGee Scion, 860 Washington St B. U-Haul Company of Southern Massachusetts and Cape Cod dba U-Haul Center of North Hanover, 49 Franks Lane.

Voted: Yes

David R. Delaney stepped aside (recused) from this vote.

From the minutes

“The Board voted to approve the renewal of the following Automobile Lease or Rental Licenses, in accordance with Select Board Policy 9-9 – Licensing Process, subject to the establishment being in full compliance with all State and Town regulations as applicable, all required licensing renewal documents submitted to the Town, and all taxes and fees due being current: A. McGee Motorcars, Inc. dba McGee Toyota, McGee Scion, 860 Washington St B. U-Haul Company of Southern Massachusetts and Cape Cod dba U-Haul Center of North Hanover, 49 Franks Lane. C. Capeway, Inc., dba Capeway Sunoco, 218 Columbia Road D. Enterprise Rent-A-Car of Boston, LLC, 685 Washington Street E. Planet Subaru, Inc., 596 Washington Street F. T.R. Motors, Inc., dba Coastal Volkswagen, 1 Saturn Drive G. The Hertz Corporation, 644 Washington Street H. Avis Budget Car Rental, LLC, 775-785 Washington Street Selectman Louko, aye, Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Nov 20Adopt a split tax rate of 1.1Motion: to adopt a split tax rate of 1.1Failed 2–3 · O'Connor: Yes

November 20, 2023: Adopt a split tax rate of 1.1

ApproveFailed · 2–3

To adopt a split tax rate of 1.1

Voted: Yes

Yes: Louko, O'ConnorNo: Delaney, Nyman, Tuzik

From the minutes

“The Board voted on adopting a split tax rate of 1.1. Chair O'Connor, aye, Selectman Louko aye, Vice Chair Nyman, nay, Selectman Delaney, nay, Selectman Tuzik, nay.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Nov 20Go with the recommendation of the Board of Assessors…Motion: to go with the recommendation of the Board of Assessors and…Passed 3–2 · O'Connor: No

November 20, 2023: Go with the recommendation of the Board of Assessors and set the residential factor at 1.04

ApprovePassed · 3–2

To go with the recommendation of the Board of Assessors and set the residential factor at 1.04.

Voted: No

Yes: Delaney, Nyman, TuzikNo: Louko, O'Connor

From the minutes

“The Board voted to go with the recommendation of the Board of Assessors and set the residential factor at 1.04. Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Delaney, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye, Chair O'Connor, nay, Selectman Louko, nay.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Nov 20Adopt a residential factor of .9926 to be adopted…Motion: to adopt a residential factor of .9926 to be adopted for…Passed 4–1 · O'Connor: Yes

November 20, 2023: Adopt a residential factor of .9926 to be adopted for Fiscal Year 2024, to vote no on the open space discount, to vote no on the small commercial exemption and…

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To adopt a residential factor of .9926 to be adopted for Fiscal Year 2024, to vote no on the open space discount, to vote no on the small commercial exemption and to vote no on the residential exemption.

Voted: Yes

Yes: Delaney, Nyman, O'Connor, TuzikNo: Louko

From the minutes

“The Board voted to adopt a residential factor of .9926 to be adopted for Fiscal Year 2024, to vote no on the open space discount, to vote no on the small commercial exemption and to vote no on the residential exemption. Chair O'Connor, aye, Vice Chair Nyman, aye, Selectman Delaney, aye, Selectman Tuzik, aye, Selectman Louko, nay.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Votes with no disagreement (36)

    From the Hanover Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town website. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos of current members: Jim Hoyes from his campaign site (hoyesforhanover.com); Vanessa O’Connor from her Select Board Facebook page (Hanover Selectwoman Vanessa O’Connor); Steve Louko from his campaign Facebook page (Steve Louko – Hanover Selectman); Rachel Hughes from a Hanover Community TV still (Hanover Woman’s Club Juniors Candidates Night, April 2025, with her on-screen name label). Members without a photo show initials.

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