MassVoter.com← Hanson Select BoardHanson Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting
April 10, 2018
42 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Donald Howard, James Hickey, Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett, James McGahan, Kenny Mitchell
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go into executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union...
Chairman McGahan announced that the Board would be going into Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel. Police Chief Contract
From the minutes
“II EXECUTIVE SESSION - Chairman McGahan announced that the Board would be going into Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel. Police Chief Contract SO MOVED by Howard, second by Mitchell. Roll Call Howard aye, FitzGerald-Kemmett aye, McGahan aye, Mitchell aye and Hickey aye. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Howard, second: Mitchell)
Extended Chief's Miksch's contract to June 30, 2024 with a salary of $140,000 all other terms of the contract remain the same
To extended Chief's Miksch's contract to June 30, 2024 with a salary of $140,000 all other terms of the contract remain the same
From the minutes
“MOTION by Hickey, second Mitchell to extended Chief's Miksch's contract to June 30, 2024 with a salary of $140,000 all other terms of the contract remain the same. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Mitchell)
Open the hearing
To open the hearing
From the minutes
“MOTION by Howard, second by Mitchell to open the hearing. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Howard, second: Mitchell)
Approve the request for gravel removal permit subject to operational standards and waive the requirement for bond or restoration standards
To approve the request for gravel removal permit subject to operational standards and waive the requirement for bond or restoration standards
The minutes say the motion carried but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Howard, second by Hickey to approve the request for gravel removal permit subject to operational standards and waive the requirement for bond or restoration standards. Discussion – Mrs. FitzGerald-Kemmett noted that Town Counsel recommends that an Engineer inspect the site to ensure compliance of the Soil removal permit. Chairman McGahan noted that there is a bond requirement. Building Commissioner Robert Curran noted that the project is permitted by the Zoning Board of Appeals. He feels that the Board should waive any additional requirements for the by-law. The building permit will be issued after the excess material is removed. The permitting was approved through the Zoning Board and the site restoration. Mrs. FitzGerald-Kemmett wants to insure that the operation standards to be met. She wants to be sure someone does not come in and strip the lot without any construction. Mr. Curran indicated there is no building permit yet, but the applicant will have to excavate additional soils for construction. He does not feel that a bond should be required for this particular project. Patricia Dias an abutter asked what the transition will be from her property to site and whether it is going to be a retaining wall or slope. Mr. Coulstring noted there will be 150 feet from the Abington/Rockland Water easement. They will build a retention pond. They anticipate it will remain as it currently exists. So voted.” (Motion: Howard, second: Hickey)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“MOTION by Mitchell, second by Howard to close the hearing. Voted 5- 0.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Howard)
Accept the donations as listed
To accept the donations as listed
From the minutes
“MOTION by Howard, second by Hickey to accept the donations as listed. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Howard, second: Hickey)
Appoint Melissa Scartissi
To Appoint Melissa Scartissi
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to Appoint Melissa Scartissi Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 3 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 3: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 4 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 4: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 5 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 5: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 6 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 6: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 7 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 7: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 8 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 8: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 9 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 9: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 10 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 10: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 11 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 11: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 13 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 13: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 14 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 14: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 15 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 15: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 16 (Special Town Meeting warrant)
Article 16: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 1 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 1: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 2 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 2: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 3 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 3: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 4 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 4: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 6 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 6: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 7 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 7: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 8 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 8: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 12 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 12: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 13 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 13: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 14 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 14: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 15 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 15: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 16 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 16: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 17 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 17: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 18 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 18: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 22 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 22: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 24 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 24: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Article 34 (Annual Town Meeting warrant)
Article 34: Recommend
To recommend
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Remove Article 23 from the warrant
To remove Article 23 from the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by Howard, second by Mitchell to remove Article 23 from the warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Howard, second: Mitchell)
Approve the Mass. Pregnancy fairness policy
To approve the Mass. Pregnancy fairness policy
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard, to approve the Mass. Pregnancy fairness policy. Voted 5 - 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Approve the Municipal Vehicle Policy
To approve the Municipal Vehicle Policy
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard, to approve the Municipal Vehicle Policy. Voted 5 - 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Appoint Matt Tanis as the permanent part-time Conservation agent
To appoint Matt Tanis as the permanent part-time Conservation agent
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Howard to appoint Matt Tanis as the permanent part-time Conservation agent. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Howard)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“MOTION by Howard, second by Hickey to adjourn. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Howard, second: Hickey)
From the Hanson 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: stills from WHCA-TV interviews (Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett, Municipal Focus, July 2023; Ann Rein, Joe Weeks and Frank Milisi, Bring It On, April 2024). Members without a photo show initials.
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