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August 28, 2018
36 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Wesley Blauss, Matthew Dyer, James Hickey, Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett, Kenny Mitchell
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Wesley Blauss arrived late.
Every vote, in order
Go into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position...
Chairman Mitchell announced the Board would be going into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body and to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. Liberty Street
From the minutes
“II EXECUTIVE SESSION – Chairman Mitchell announced the Board would be going into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body and to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. Liberty Street SO MOVED by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer. Roll Call FitzGerald-Kemmett aye, Mitchell aye, Hickey aye and Dyer aye. Voted 4 - 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 1 on the Warrant
To place Article 1 on the Warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Hickey to place Article 1 on the Warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Hickey)
Place Article 2 on the Warrant
To place Article 2 on the Warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Hickey to place Article 2 on the Warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Hickey)
Place and recommend Article 3
To place and recommend Article 3
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 3. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 4
To place and recommend Article 4
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 4. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 5
To place and recommend Article 5
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 5 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 6
To place and recommend Article 6
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 6 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 7
To place and recommend Article 7
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 7 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 8 on the warrant
To place Article 8 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 8 on the warrant Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 9
To place and recommend Article 9
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 9 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 10 on the warrant
To place Article 10 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 10 on the warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 11 on the warrant
To place Article 11 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 11 on the warrant Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 12
To place and recommend Article 12
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 12 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 13 on the warrant
To place Article 13 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 13 on the warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 14 on the warrant
To place Article 14 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 14 on the warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 15 on the warrant
To place Article 15 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 15 on the warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 16
To place and recommend Article 16
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 16 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 17
To place and recommend Article 17
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 17 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 18 on the warrant
To place Article 18 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 18 on the warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 19
To place and recommend Article 19
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 19 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 20
To place and recommend Article 20
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 20 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place and recommend Article 21
To place and recommend Article 21
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place and recommend Article 21 Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Place Article 22 on the warrant
To place Article 22 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 22 on the warrant Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Recommend Article 22
To recommend Article 22
The minutes give the count (2-1) and name Wesley Blauss, but the names and the count do not line up with the members present, so only the count is shown.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Hickey, second by Dyer to recommend Article 22 Voted 2 –1 (Blauss).” (Motion: Hickey, second: Dyer)
Place Article 23 on the warrant
To place Article 23 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 23 on the warrant Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Refer Article 23 to Town Meeting
To refer Article 23 to Town Meeting
From the minutes
“MOTION by Hickey, second by Dyer to refer Article 23 to Town Meeting Voted 5 - 0.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Dyer)
Place Article 24 on the warrant
To place Article 24 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to place Article 24 on the warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Close the October Special Town Meeting Warrant
To close the October Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to close the October Special Town Meeting Warrant. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Accept a donation in the amount of $10,236.00 from Sullivan Brothers for Active Shooter kits and ballistic helmets for the Hanson Police Department
To accept a donation in the amount of $10,236.00 from Sullivan Brothers for Active Shooter kits and ballistic helmets for the Hanson Police Department
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett second by Dyer to accept a donation in the amount of $10,236.00 from Sullivan Brothers for Active Shooter kits and ballistic helmets for the Hanson Police Department. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Accept the donation in the amount of $130.00 from the Hanson Rod and Gun Club for the Recreation Commission
To accept the donation in the amount of $130.00 from the Hanson Rod and Gun Club for the Recreation Commission
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett second by Dyer to accept the donation in the amount of $130.00 from the Hanson Rod and Gun Club for the Recreation Commission. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Appoint James Armstrong to the Energy Committee term to expire June 30, 2019
To appoint James Armstrong to the Energy Committee term to expire June 30, 2019
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to appoint James Armstrong to the Energy Committee term to expire June 30, 2019. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Appoint James Armstrong to the Energy Committee
To appoint James Armstrong to the Energy Committee
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to appoint James Armstrong to the Energy Committee. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Designate any special counsel appointed by the Board of Selectmen, as a Special Municipal Employee, as such term is contemplated under G.L. c.268A. – second by Dyer for discussion
To designate any special counsel appointed by the Board of Selectmen, as a Special Municipal Employee, as such term is contemplated under G.L. c.268A. – second by Dyer for discussion
Yes: Dyer, Hickey, MitchellNo: Blauss, FitzGerald-Kemmett
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, to designate any special counsel appointed by the Board of Selectmen, as a Special Municipal Employee, as such term is contemplated under G.L. c.268A. – second by Dyer for discussion. Mr. McCue explained that the appointment is recommended by General Town Counsel to cover any Special Town Counsel as to any potential conflict of interest. Mr. Blauss requested additional information on the Conflict of Interest. Mr. McCue noted that the individual would be required to file disclosure. Mr. McCue will provide the Board with information relative to Special Municipal Employees. Voted 3 – 2 FitzGerald-Kemmett, Blauss.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett)
Approve the minutes of August 14, 2018 as printed
To approve the minutes of August 14, 2018 as printed
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett second by Hickey to approve the minutes of August 14, 2018 as printed. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Hickey)
Approved the one day liquor licenses as presented
To approved the one day liquor licenses as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Hickey to approved the one day liquor licenses as presented. Voted 5 - 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Hickey)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“MOTION by Dyer, second by FitzGerald-Kemmett to adjourn. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Dyer, second: FitzGerald-Kemmett)
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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