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May 21, 2019
17 recorded votes, 1 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
Every vote, in order
Go into executive session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) - Discussion of the complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; and pursuant to...
Chairman Mitchell announced the Board would be going into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) - Discussion of the complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; and pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) – Discussion of strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body
From the minutes
“II EXECUTIVE SESSION – Chairman Mitchell announced the Board would be going into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) - Discussion of the complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; and pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) – Discussion of strategy with respect to litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body. So Move by FitzGerald-Kemmett second by Dyer to go into Executive Session. Roll Call Blauss aye, FitzGerald-Kemmett aye, Mitchell aye, Hickey aye and Dyer aye. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Approve the Housing Production Plan
To approve the Housing Production Plan
From the minutes
“MOTION by Dyer, second by FitzGerald-Kemmett to approve the Housing Production Plan. Vote 5 – 0.” (Motion: Dyer, second: FitzGerald-Kemmett)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Housing Production Plan on behalf of the Board
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Housing Production Plan on behalf of the Board
From the minutes
“MOTION by FitzGerald-Kemmett, second by Dyer to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Housing Production Plan on behalf of the Board. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: FitzGerald-Kemmett, second: Dyer)
Reorganization
Elect Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett as Chairman
To elect Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett as Chairman
From the minutes
“Mr. Hickey nominated Mrs. FitzGerald-Kemmett as Chairman, second by Mr. Blauss who feels that it has been a smooth year with Mr. Mitchell as Chairman but wants to give Mrs. FitzGerald- Kemmett a chance. Mrs. FitzGerald-Kemmett acknowledged Mr. Mitchell's work and feels he has brought the Board together as a team. No further nominations heard. Chairman Mitchell closed nominations. Voted 5 – 0 for Mrs. FitzGerald-Kemmett as Chairman.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Blauss)
Elect Kenny Mitchell as Vice Chairman
To elect Kenny Mitchell as Vice Chairman
From the minutes
“Chairman FitzGerald-Kemmett called for nominations for Vice Chairman. Mr. Hickey nominated Mr. Mitchell as Vice Chairman, second by FitzGerald-Kemmett. No other nominations heard. Voted 5 – 0 for Mr. Mitchell as Vice Chairman.” (Motion: Hickey, second: FitzGerald-Kemmett)
Elect Wesley Blauss as Clerk
To elect Wesley Blauss as Clerk
From the minutes
“Chairman FitzGerald-Kemmett called for nominations for Clerk. Mr. Hickey nominated Mr. Blauss as clerk, second by Mr. Mitchell. No further nominations heard. Voted 5 – 0 for Mr. Blauss as Clerk..” (Motion: Hickey, second: Mitchell)
Support the grant and the installation of the charging station at Town Hall
To support the grant and the installation of the charging station at Town Hall
From the minutes
“MOTION by Dyer, second by Hickey to support the grant and the installation of the charging station at Town Hall. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Dyer, second: Hickey)
Appoint Joan Fruzzetti to the Recreation Commission. Term to expire 6/30/20
To appoint Joan Fruzzetti to the Recreation Commission. Term to expire 6/30/20
From the minutes
“MOTION by Mitchell, second by Hickey to appoint Joan Fruzzetti to the Recreation Commission. Term to expire 6/30/20. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Hickey)
Appoint Mary Collins to the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors
To appoint Mary Collins to the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors
From the minutes
“MOTION by Blauss, second by Mitchell to appoint Mary Collins to the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors Voted 5 - 0.” (Motion: Blauss, second: Mitchell)
Approve the request of Hanson Boy Scout Troop 34 for the use of Maquan School for a recycling event on June 1st and 2nd
To approve the request of Hanson Boy Scout Troop 34 for the use of Maquan School for a recycling event on June 1st and 2nd
From the minutes
“MOTION by Dyer, second by Hickey to approve the request of Hanson Boy Scout Troop 34 for the use of Maquan School for a recycling event on June 1st and 2nd. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Dyer, second: Hickey)
Approve the fee waiver for the 200th Anniversary Committee
To approve the fee waiver for the 200th Anniversary Committee
From the minutes
“MOTION by Dyer, second by Hickey to approve the fee waiver for the 200th Anniversary Committee. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Dyer, second: Hickey)
Pursuant to Article 22 at the May 6, 2019 Town Meeting, to accept as a gift a parcel of land, which is described as follows: a certain parcel of land with the buildings and Cell Tower Site...
Pursuant to Article 22 at the May 6, 2019 Town Meeting, to accept as a gift a parcel of land, which is described as follows: a certain parcel of land with the buildings and Cell Tower Site thereon, located on Hawks Avenue in Hanson, Plymouth County, Massachusetts and shown as Lot 1, containing approximately 9.52 + acres, on a certain plan entitled "Plan of Land Hawks Avenue in Hanson, MA" dated October 29, 2018 and owned by Litecontrol Corporation and further that the Chair shall be authorized to execute any documents required to effectuate said gift as per the documentation presented tonight
The minutes say the motion carried but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Mitchell, second by Hickey pursuant to Article 22 at the May 6, 2019 Town Meeting, to accept as a gift a parcel of land, which is described as follows: a certain parcel of land with the buildings and Cell Tower Site thereon, located on Hawks Avenue in Hanson, Plymouth County, Massachusetts and shown as Lot 1, containing approximately 9.52 + acres, on a certain plan entitled "Plan of Land Hawks Avenue in Hanson, MA" dated October 29, 2018 and owned by Litecontrol Corporation and further that the Chair shall be authorized to execute any documents required to effectuate said gift as per the documentation presented tonight. Mr. Dyer inquired about the cell tower which is on the property. Mr. McCue explained that Lite Control made a one-time deal with the cell carrier. There will be no residuals for the Town. The lease is up in 2026. So voted.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Hickey)
In accordance with Chap. 44, Section 33b to authorize the Town Administrator to approve the line item transfers
In accordance with Chap. 44, Section 33b to authorize the Town Administrator to approve the line item transfers
From the minutes
“MOTION by Hickey, second by Dyer, in accordance with Chap. 44, Section 33b to authorize the Town Administrator to approve the line item transfers. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Dyer)
Appoint Mr. Hickey as the Town's representative regarding the Solid Waste budget and plastic bags
To appoint Mr. Hickey as the Town's representative regarding the Solid Waste budget and plastic bags
From the minutes
“MOTION by Blauss, second by Mitchell to appoint Mr. Hickey as the Town's representative regarding the Solid Waste budget and plastic bags. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Blauss, second: Mitchell)
Approve the minutes of April 30th and May 6th as presented
To approve the minutes of April 30th and May 6th as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION by Hickey, second by Dyer to approve the minutes of April 30th and May 6th as presented. Voted 5 – 0.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Dyer)
Approve the one day liquor licenses as presented
To approve the one day liquor licenses as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION by Hickey, second by Mitchell to approve the one day liquor licenses as presented. Voted 5 - 0.” (Motion: Hickey, second: Mitchell)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“MOTION by Mitchell, second by Hickey to adjourn. Voted 5 - 0.” (Motion: Mitchell, 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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