MassVoter.com← Hanson Select BoardHanson Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
January 14, 2025
19 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett, Ann Rein, Edwin Heal, David George
Absent: Joseph Weeks
Every vote, in order
Appoint Steven Burke as Town of Hanson fulltime Information Technology Director, with effective start date to be negotiated and contingent upon a successful background and medical review and...
To appoint Steven Burke as Town of Hanson fulltime Information Technology Director, with effective start date to be negotiated and contingent upon a successful background and medical review and contract negotiations
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to appoint Steven Burke as Town of Hanson fulltime Information Technology Director, with effective start date to be negotiated and contingent upon a successful background and medical review and contract negotiations. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Kyle Crombie as Town of Hanson fulltime Police Officer and liquor control agent, tentatively February 3, 2025, contingent upon a successful background and medical review
To appoint Kyle Crombie as Town of Hanson fulltime Police Officer and liquor control agent, tentatively February 3, 2025, contingent upon a successful background and medical review
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to appoint Kyle Crombie as Town of Hanson fulltime Police Officer and liquor control agent, tentatively February 3, 2025, contingent upon a successful background and medical review. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Accept the proposed accessory dwelling bylaw amendment and return back to the Planning Board requesting its recommendation
To accept the proposed accessory dwelling bylaw amendment and return back to the Planning Board requesting its recommendation
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to accept the proposed accessory dwelling bylaw amendment and return back to the Planning Board requesting its recommendation. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Accept gifts as presented on the agenda
To accept gifts as presented on the agenda
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to accept gifts as presented on the agenda. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Renew the annual animal shelter agreement with the Town of Lakeville, effective January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
To renew the annual animal shelter agreement with the Town of Lakeville, effective January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to renew the annual animal shelter agreement with the Town of Lakeville, effective January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the proposed increases for ambulance services, as presented
To approve the proposed increases for ambulance services, as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to approve the proposed increases for ambulance services, as presented. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the proposed smoke detector inspection fee increase to $50, effective February 3, 2025
To approve the proposed smoke detector inspection fee increase to $50, effective February 3, 2025
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to approve the proposed smoke detector inspection fee increase to $50, effective February 3, 2025. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the renewal of the Automatic Amusement licenses for: Hanson Tavern, as listed on the agenda
To approve the renewal of the Automatic Amusement licenses for: Hanson Tavern, as listed on the agenda
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to approve the renewal of the Automatic Amusement licenses for: Hanson Tavern, as listed on the agenda. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Support the use of a outside consultant assisting with the development of budget/override factual information and website for the Town of Hanson residents, with the provision Ms. Green coordinates...
To support the use of a outside consultant assisting with the development of budget/override factual information and website for the Town of Hanson residents, with the provision Ms. Green coordinates with the IT Director to move all information to the Town's website, providing backup redundancies
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to support the use of a outside consultant assisting with the development of budget/override factual information and website for the Town of Hanson residents, with the provision Ms. Green coordinates with the IT Director to move all information to the Town's website, providing backup redundancies. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Edward Bayly as Interim Building Commissioner, with term expiring 06/30/2025
To appoint Edward Bayly as Interim Building Commissioner, with term expiring 06/30/2025
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to appoint Edward Bayly as Interim Building Commissioner, with term expiring 06/30/2025. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Elise Daigle to the Conservation Commission, with term expiring 06/30/2027
To appoint Elise Daigle to the Conservation Commission, with term expiring 06/30/2027
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to appoint Elise Daigle to the Conservation Commission, with term expiring 06/30/2027. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Kevin Amado to the Zoning Board of Appeals, with term expiring 06/30/2025
To appoint Kevin Amado to the Zoning Board of Appeals, with term expiring 06/30/2025
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to appoint Kevin Amado to the Zoning Board of Appeals, with term expiring 06/30/2025. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Mary Mercier as Registrar for a two-year term, expiring 03/31/2027
To appoint Mary Mercier as Registrar for a two-year term, expiring 03/31/2027
Yes: FitzGerald-Kemmett, Heal, ReinThe roll call does not list David George, who was present.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to appoint Mary Mercier as Registrar for a two-year term, expiring 03/31/2027. Voted 3 – 0 Roll call vote –Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Nancy Brown as Registrar for a three-year term, expiring 03/31/2028
To appoint Nancy Brown as Registrar for a three-year term, expiring 03/31/2028
Yes: FitzGerald-Kemmett, Heal, ReinThe roll call does not list David George, who was present.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to appoint Nancy Brown as Registrar for a three-year term, expiring 03/31/2028. Voted 3 – 0 Roll call vote –Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Accept Kerry Glass' resignation as Local Building Inspector, effective January 10, 2025 with regret
To accept Kerry Glass' resignation as Local Building Inspector, effective January 10, 2025 with regret
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to accept Kerry Glass' resignation as Local Building Inspector, effective January 10, 2025 with regret. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Accept Emily Sprague's resignation as Select Board Administrative Assistant, with regret
To accept Emily Sprague's resignation as Select Board Administrative Assistant, with regret
Yes: FitzGerald-Kemmett, Heal, ReinThe roll call does not list David George, who was present.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to accept Emily Sprague's resignation as Select Board Administrative Assistant, with regret. Voted 3 – 0 Roll call vote – Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the one-day liquor licenses as presented on the agenda
To approve the one-day liquor licenses as presented on the agenda
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to approve the one-day liquor licenses as presented on the agenda. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the meeting minutes as presented on the agenda
To approve the meeting minutes as presented on the agenda
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to approve the meeting minutes as presented on the agenda. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Adjourn to Executive Session
To adjourn to Executive Session
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ms. Rein, seconded by Mr. Heal, to adjourn to Executive Session. Voted 4 – 0 Roll call vote – George-Aye; Rein-Aye; FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Heal-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
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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