MassVoter.com← Hanson Select BoardHanson Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
June 24, 2025
44 recorded votes, 2 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
Open the Joint Pole Hearing with National Grid — Winter Street at Brook Street Intersection
To open the Joint Pole Hearing with National Grid — Winter Street at Brook Street Intersection
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to open the Joint Pole Hearing with National Grid — Winter Street at Brook Street Intersection. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald- Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the Joint Pole to be located at the corner of Winter Street at Brook Street as indicated on the presented plan
To approve the Joint Pole to be located at the corner of Winter Street at Brook Street as indicated on the presented plan
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to approve the Joint Pole to be located at the corner of Winter Street at Brook Street as indicated on the presented plan. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Close the Joint Pole Hearing with National Grid — Winter Street at Brook Street Intersection
To close the Joint Pole Hearing with National Grid — Winter Street at Brook Street Intersection
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to close the Joint Pole Hearing with National Grid — Winter Street at Brook Street Intersection. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Jia Murray as the Administrative
To appoint Jia Murray as the Administrative
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Jia Murray as the Administrative Assistant to the Planning Board effective 7/7/2025 and contingent on favorable completion of a background check and medical evaluation.. Voted 4-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Enter into the contract as negotiated and
To enter into the contract as negotiated and
From the minutes
“MOTION by Aun Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to enter into the contract as negotiated and sign the Renewal Cable Television License as presented and include the acknowledgment of the two PEG side letters. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Adopt the Designer Selection Procedures
To adopt the Designer Selection Procedures
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to adopt the Designer Selection Procedures as presented. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the line item transfer of $14,000 from the Highway Overtime line item to Highway Tools & Equipment; to approve the line item transfer of $15,000 from Library Clerical Support to $6,000 to...
To approve the line item transfer of $14,000 from the Highway Overtime line item to Highway Tools & Equipment; to approve the line item transfer of $15,000 from Library Clerical Support to $6,000 to Library Building Maintenance and $9,000 to Library Electricity; and contingent up the approval of the Finance Committee on both transfers; to approve the line item transfer of $22,000 from Call Firefighter Wages to $10,000 to EMS Billing Services; $7,000 to Medical Supplies and $5,000 to Building Maintenance; and, to take $30,000 from Fire Additional Gross Overtime and move it to Computer Services. This is to pay for 5-6 new portable radios
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to approve the line item transfer of $14,000 from the Highway Overtime line item to Highway Tools & Equipment; to approve the line item transfer of $15,000 from Library Clerical Support to $6,000 to Library Building Maintenance and $9,000 to Library Electricity; and contingent up the approval of the Finance Committee on both transfers; to approve the line item transfer of $22,000 from Call Firefighter Wages to $10,000 to EMS Billing Services; $7,000 to Medical Supplies and $5,000 to Building Maintenance; and, to take $30,000 from Fire Additional Gross Overtime and move it to Computer Services. This is to pay for 5-6 new portable radios. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FiteGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Joseph Kenney as the Dog Officer for a one year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Joseph Kenney as the Dog Officer for a one year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Am Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Joseph Kenney as the Dog Officer for a one year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Mary Collins as the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Mary Collins as the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Mary Collins as the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Melissa Scartissi to the Camp Kiwanee Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
To appoint Melissa Scartissi to the Camp Kiwanee Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Melissa Scartissi to the Camp Kiwanee Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Kurt M. Tarvis II to the Capital Improvement Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
To appoint Kurt M. Tarvis II to the Capital Improvement Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Kurt M. Tarvis II to the Capital Improvement Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028. Voted 4-0 Roll Call - FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Frank Schellenger as the Conservation Agent for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Frank Schellenger as the Conservation Agent for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Frank Schellenger as the Conservation Agent for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint James Hickey to the Council for Elder Affairs for a three-year term to exp ire 6/30/2028
To appoint James Hickey to the Council for Elder Affairs for a three-year term to exp ire 6/30/2028
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint James Hickey to the Council for Elder Affairs for a three-year term to exp ire 6/30/2028. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald- Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Doreen Kennedy, Theresa Cocio, Jennifer Cronin, Jennifer Durant, AnnMarie Hyslip, Rosemary Sampson and Margaret Westfield to the Cultural Council for a one-year term to exp ire 6/30/2026
To appoint Doreen Kennedy, Theresa Cocio, Jennifer Cronin, Jennifer Durant, AnnMarie Hyslip, Rosemary Sampson and Margaret Westfield to the Cultural Council for a one-year term to exp ire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Doreen Kennedy, Theresa Cocio, Jennifer Cronin, Jennifer Durant, AnnMarie Hyslip, Rosemary Sampson and Margaret Westfield to the Cultural Council for a one-year term to exp ire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Christopher Ernst and Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett, at large, to the Economic Development Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Christopher Ernst and Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett, at large, to the Economic Development Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Christopher Ernst and Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett, at large, to the Economic Development Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Marianne DiMascio, Edwin Heal and John Murray to the Energy Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026 and accept the resignation of James Armstrong
To appoint Marianne DiMascio, Edwin Heal and John Murray to the Energy Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026 and accept the resignation of James Armstrong
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Marianne DiMascio, Edwin Heal and John Murray to the Energy Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026 and accept the resignation of James Armstrong. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett- Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Michael Crisafulli as Fence Viewer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Michael Crisafulli as Fence Viewer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Michael Crisafulli as Fence Viewer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald- Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Robert O'Brien as Forest Warden for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Robert O'Brien as Forest Warden for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Robert O'Brien as Forest Warden for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Scott Bizzozero as Gas/Plumbing Inspector for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Scott Bizzozero as Gas/Plumbing Inspector for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Scott Bizzozero as Gas/Plumbing Inspector for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald- Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Robert O'Brien as Harbor Master for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Robert O'Brien as Harbor Master for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Robert O'Brien as Harbor Master for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Robert O'Brien as Hazardous Waste Coordinator for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Robert O'Brien as Hazardous Waste Coordinator for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Robert O'Brien as Hazardous Waste Coordinator for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Charlies Baker, Stephen Graham, Ann Rein and Richard Jasmin to the Highway Building Committee for a one-year term to
To appoint Charlies Baker, Stephen Graham, Ann Rein and Richard Jasmin to the Highway Building Committee for a one-year term to
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Charlies Baker, Stephen Graham, Ann Rein and Richard Jasmin to the Highway Building Committee for a one-year term to 4 expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Allan Clemons as Town Historian for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Allan Clemons as Town Historian for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Allan Clemons as Town Historian for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Michael Casey as Jail Keeper for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Michael Casey as Jail Keeper for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Michael Casey as Jail Keeper for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Corinne Cafardo, Teresa Santalucia, Pamela French, Linda Wall, Tom Hickey, Patrick Faiella, Melissa Valachovic, David George, Tony DeFrias, Town Planner — Ex Officio and Karen Stofler,...
To appoint Corinne Cafardo, Teresa Santalucia, Pamela French, Linda Wall, Tom Hickey, Patrick Faiella, Melissa Valachovic, David George, Tony DeFrias, Town Planner — Ex Officio and Karen Stofler, Library Director, Ex Officio for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Corinne Cafardo, Teresa Santalucia, Pamela French, Linda Wall, Tom Hickey, Patrick Faiella, Melissa Valachovic, David George, Tony DeFrias, Town Planner — Ex Officio and Karen Stofler, Library Director, Ex Officio for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Michael Means and John Sidlauskas to the Nathaniel Thomas Mill Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
To appoint Michael Means and John Sidlauskas to the Nathaniel Thomas Mill Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Michael Means and John Sidlauskas to the Nathaniel Thomas Mill Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Jennifer Heine and John Kemmett, Alternate, to the North River Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
To appoint Jennifer Heine and John Kemmett, Alternate, to the North River Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
Yes: George, Heal, ReinLaura FitzGerald-Kemmett recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Jennifer Heine and John Kemmett, Alternate, to the North River Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028. Voted 3-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-recused; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Antonio DeFrias and Joseph Campbell, Alternate, to the Old Colony Planning Council for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Antonio DeFrias and Joseph Campbell, Alternate, to the Old Colony Planning Council for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Antonio DeFrias and Joseph Campbell, Alternate, to the Old Colony Planning Council for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Pam Rasa to the Open Space Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
To appoint Pam Rasa to the Open Space Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Pam Rasa to the Open Space Committee for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald- Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Sean Cahill, Greg DeLue and Mike Driscoll to the Parks and Fields Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
To appoint Sean Cahill, Greg DeLue and Mike Driscoll to the Parks and Fields Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028
Yes: George, Heal, ReinLaura FitzGerald-Kemmett recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Sean Cahill, Greg DeLue and Mike Driscoll to the Parks and Fields Commission for a three-year term to expire 6/30/2028. Voted 3-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-recused; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Robert O' Rourke as Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Robert O' Rourke as Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Robert O' Rourke as Sealer of Weights and Measures for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Eugene Andrews, Richard Eldredge, as Keeper of Weights and Measures, Kevin McCarthy, Mark Poirier, Michelle Hughes, Michael Miksch and Brian Watson as Special Police Officers for a...
To appoint Eugene Andrews, Richard Eldredge, as Keeper of Weights and Measures, Kevin McCarthy, Mark Poirier, Michelle Hughes, Michael Miksch and Brian Watson as Special Police Officers for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Eugene Andrews, Richard Eldredge, as Keeper of Weights and Measures, Kevin McCarthy, Mark Poirier, Michelle Hughes, Michael Miksch and Brian Watson as Special Police Officers for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Erest Amado, Jr., Paul Benenato, Edwin Heal, Donald Howard and David Mansfield to the Stormwater and Drainage Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Erest Amado, Jr., Paul Benenato, Edwin Heal, Donald Howard and David Mansfield to the Stormwater and Drainage Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Erest Amado, Jr., Paul Benenato, Edwin Heal, Donald Howard and David Mansfield to the Stormwater and Drainage Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Denice Alexander, Donald Ellis, Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett and Kevin Sullivan to the TIF Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Denice Alexander, Donald Ellis, Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett and Kevin Sullivan to the TIF Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Denice Alexander, Donald Ellis, Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett and Kevin Sullivan to the TIF Committee for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Steve Graham as Tree Warden for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Steve Graham as Tree Warden for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Steve Graham as Tree Warden for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Agent & Director of Services for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Agent & Director of Services for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Agent & Director of Services for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call ~ FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Burial Agent for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Burial Agent for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Burial Agent for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald- Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Graves Officer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Graves Officer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Thaddeus Nowacki as Veterans Graves Officer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald- Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Michael Crisafolli as Zoning Enforcement Officer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Michael Crisafolli as Zoning Enforcement Officer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Michael Crisafolli as Zoning Enforcement Officer for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Appoint Linus Varley, Wiring Inspector, and Stephen Ellis, Alternate Wiring Inspector, for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
To appoint Linus Varley, Wiring Inspector, and Stephen Ellis, Alternate Wiring Inspector, for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to appoint Linus Varley, Wiring Inspector, and Stephen Ellis, Alternate Wiring Inspector, for a one-year term to expire 6/30/2026. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Formally accept the resignations of Linda Wall, Teresa Santalucia, Melissa Valachovic, David George, Tony DeFrias and Karen Stofler from the Library Design Planning Committee and the cessation of...
To formally accept the resignations of Linda Wall, Teresa Santalucia, Melissa Valachovic, David George, Tony DeFrias and Karen Stofler from the Library Design Planning Committee and the cessation of the Committee itself
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to formally accept the resignations of Linda Wall, Teresa Santalucia, Melissa Valachovic, David George, Tony DeFrias and Karen Stofler from the Library Design Planning Committee and the cessation of the Committee itself. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the Open Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2025 as presented
To approve the Open Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2025 as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to approve the Open Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2025 as presented. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Approve the event to be held on 12/19/2026 from 4:00 PM — 9:00 PM for the Renee Nickerson — Wedding and the event to be held on 11/01/2025 from 3:30 PM — 8:30 PM for the Jamie Ripley - Wedding
To approve the event to be held on 12/19/2026 from 4:00 PM — 9:00 PM for the Renee Nickerson — Wedding and the event to be held on 11/01/2025 from 3:30 PM — 8:30 PM for the Jamie Ripley - Wedding
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, to approve the event to be held on 12/19/2026 from 4:00 PM — 9:00 PM for the Renee Nickerson — Wedding and the event to be held on 11/01/2025 from 3:30 PM — 8:30 PM for the Jamie Ripley - Wedding. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-Aye.” (Motion: Rein, second: Heal)
Enter into Executive Session, not to return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the...
To enter into Executive Session, not to return to Open Session 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. — Litigation: 1057 Main St, MCAD complaint, MBTA Litigation Discussions; Union Negotiations-Admin, Fire, Highway, Police; and 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; and, to review and approve executive session minutes, not to be released — June 10, 2025; and, to discuss the deployment of or strategy regarding security personnel or devices, ¢.g., website, cyber security
From the minutes
“MOTION by Ann Rein, seconded by Ed Heal, at 7:25 PM to enter into Executive Session, not to return to Open Session 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. — Litigation: 1057 Main St, MCAD complaint, MBTA Litigation Discussions; Union Negotiations-Admin, Fire, Highway, Police; and 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; and, to review and approve executive session minutes, not to be released — June 10, 2025; and, to discuss the deployment of or strategy regarding security personnel or devices, ¢.g., website, cyber security. Voted 4-0 Roll Call — FitzGerald-Kemmett-Aye; Rein-Aye; Heal Aye; George-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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