MassVoter.com← Hudson Select BoardHudson Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
June 21, 2021
25 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Scott Duplisea, Michael Burks, Fred Lucy, James Quinn, Shawn Sadowski
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Minutes to be Approved
Approve the public session minutes of June 6, 2021
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0-1 by roll call to approve the public session minutes of June 6, 2021.
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1 but do not say who voted no or abstained. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0-1 by roll call to approve the public session minutes of June 6, 2021..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Burks)
Extend all outdoor dining permits until any period up to and until April 21, 2022 in accordance with Governor Baker's Bill S2475 which would have otherwise had the outdoor dining expiring 60 days...
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to extend all outdoor dining permits until any period up to and until April 21, 2022 in accordance with Governor Baker's Bill S2475 which would have otherwise had the outdoor dining expiring 60 days after June 15, 2021.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to extend all outdoor dining permits until any period up to and until April 21, 2022 in accordance with Governor Baker's Bill S2475 which would have otherwise had the outdoor dining expiring 60 days after June 15, 2021..” (Motion: Quinn, second: Sadowski)
Issue a sidewalk dining permit to Michael Kasseris of Brothers in Cream, LLC located at 28 Main Street between the hours of 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday through Sunday
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to issue a sidewalk dining permit to Michael Kasseris of Brothers in Cream, LLC located at 28 Main Street between the hours of 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday through Sunday.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to issue a sidewalk dining permit to Michael Kasseris of Brothers in Cream, LLC located at 28 Main Street between the hours of 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday through Sunday..” (Motion: Quinn, second: Burks)
Grant permission to Brother's in Cream to occupy the sidewalk in front of 28 Main Street
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to grant permission to Brother's in Cream to occupy the sidewalk in front of 28 Main Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to grant permission to Brother's in Cream to occupy the sidewalk in front of 28 Main Street..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Burks)
Approve the Alteration of Premises for the All Alcohol Pouring License for Brother's in Cream, LLC, Michael Kasseris, Owner located at 28 Main Street
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the Alteration of Premises for the All Alcohol Pouring License for Brother's in Cream, LLC, Michael Kasseris, Owner located at 28 Main Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the Alteration of Premises for the All Alcohol Pouring License for Brother's in Cream, LLC, Michael Kasseris, Owner located at 28 Main Street..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Lucy)
Licenses
Issue a seven-day indoor / outdoor live entertainment license between the hours of 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM for Kith & Kin located at 38 Washington Street
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to issue a seven-day indoor / outdoor live entertainment license between the hours of 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM for Kith & Kin located at 38 Washington Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to issue a seven-day indoor / outdoor live entertainment license between the hours of 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM for Kith & Kin located at 38 Washington Street..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Sadowski)
Issue a Common Victualler's License to Gaucho Burger, Antonio Da Silva, Owner from 11AM - 10 PM Monday - Sunday, located at 111 Apsley Street
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to issue a Common Victualler's License to Gaucho Burger, Antonio Da Silva, Owner from 11AM - 10 PM Monday - Sunday, located at 111 Apsley Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to issue a Common Victualler's License to Gaucho Burger, Antonio Da Silva, Owner from 11AM - 10 PM Monday - Sunday, located at 111 Apsley Street..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Duplisea)
Personnel
Appoint Ms. Janeiro Elkhe as the Tenant Board Member of the Hudson Housing Authority
The Board voted 3-0-2 by roll call to appoint Ms. Janeiro Elkhe as the Tenant Board Member to the Hudson Housing Authority. Mr. Lucy voting for Mr. Biles and Mr. Duplisea voting for Mr. Ficco.
A choice between three candidates. The minutes say the Board “voted 3-0-2 by roll call to appoint Ms. Janeiro Elkhe,” with “Mr. Lucy voting for Mr. Biles and Mr. Duplisea voting for Mr. Ficco.” The members split their picks, so the result only is shown. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The Board voted 3-0-2 by roll call to appoint Ms. Janeiro Elkhe as the Tenant Board Member to the Hudson Housing Authority. Mr. Lucy voting for Mr. Biles and Mr. Duplisea voting for Mr. Ficco..”
Approve the permanent appointment of Kristina Johnson to Director of Planning & Community Development at a Grade M10
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the permanent appointment of Kristina Johnson to Director of Planning & Community Development at a Grade M10.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the permanent appointment of Kristina Johnson to Director of Planning & Community Development at a Grade M10..” (Motion: Duplisea, second: Sadowski)
Approve the permanent appointment of Pam Helinek to Assistant Director of Planning & Community Development at a Grade M8
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the permanent appointment of Pam Helinek to Assistant Director of Planning & Community Development at a Grade M8.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the permanent appointment of Pam Helinek to Assistant Director of Planning & Community Development at a Grade M8..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Sadowski)
Approve the job description of Assistant Planner
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the job description of Assistant Planner.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the job description of Assistant Planner..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Sadowski)
Approve the compensation for the Acting Deputy Fire Chief Brian Sleeper at Grade M9, Step 6, effective July 6, 2021
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the compensation for the Acting Deputy Fire Chief Brian Sleeper at Grade M9, Step 6, effective July 6, 2021.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the compensation for the Acting Deputy Fire Chief Brian Sleeper at Grade M9, Step 6, effective July 6, 2021..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Duplisea)
Note the resignation of Jason Cunha as Library Page, effective June 2, 2021
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to note the resignation of Jason Cunha as Library Page, effective June 2, 2021.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to note the resignation of Jason Cunha as Library Page, effective June 2, 2021..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Burks)
Approve the appointment of Chris Ribeiro W-2 Laborer for the DPW at a rate of $22.26 per hour, effective June 22, 2021
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the appointment of Chris Ribeiro W-2 Laborer for the DPW at a rate of $22.26 per hour, effective June 22, 2021.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the appointment of Chris Ribeiro W-2 Laborer for the DPW at a rate of $22.26 per hour, effective June 22, 2021..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Sadowski)
Approve the promotion of Matthew O'Leary as W-4 Backflow Tester & Meter Technician at a rate of $26.60 per hour, effective July 1, 2021
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the promotion of Matthew O'Leary as W-4 Backflow Tester & Meter Technician at a rate of $26.60 per hour, effective July 1, 2021.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve the promotion of Matthew O'Leary as W-4 Backflow Tester & Meter Technician at a rate of $26.60 per hour, effective July 1, 2021..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Sadowski)
Approve Seasonal Employees for the Recreation Department for Summer 2021
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve Seasonal Employees for the Recreation Department for Summer 2021.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve Seasonal Employees for the Recreation Department for Summer 2021..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Lucy)
Note the resignation of Sharon Tango from the Commission on Disabilities, effective immediately
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to note the resignation of Sharon Tango from the Commission on Disabilities, effective immediately.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to note the resignation of Sharon Tango from the Commission on Disabilities, effective immediately..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Lucy)
Recertify Kristina Johnson as the Town's designee on the Metrowest Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to recertify Kristina Johnson as the Town's designee on the Metrowest Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to recertify Kristina Johnson as the Town's designee on the Metrowest Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Lucy)
Contracts
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with The Addiction Referral Center in the amount of $20,000 (exempt) for addiction referral services for Hudson Residents
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with The Addiction Referral Center in the amount of $20,000 (exempt) for addiction referral services for Hudson Residents.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with The Addiction Referral Center in the amount of $20,000 (exempt) for addiction referral services for Hudson Residents..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Lucy)
General
Submit an application for American Recovery Plan Act funds
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to submit an application for American Recovery Plan Act funds.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to submit an application for American Recovery Plan Act funds..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Sadowski)
Accept a donation from Vishal Patel to the Hudson Fire Department in the amount of $25.00
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to accept a donation from Vishal Patel to the Hudson Fire Department in the amount of $25.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to accept a donation from Vishal Patel to the Hudson Fire Department in the amount of $25.00..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Burks)
Approve and award bond anticipation notes
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve and award bond anticipation notes.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to approve and award bond anticipation notes..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Duplisea)
Have Mr. Ryder develop a mailbox policy
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to have Mr. Ryder develop a mailbox policy.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to have Mr. Ryder develop a mailbox policy..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Duplisea)
Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk
Note the correspondence of its meeting of June 21, 2021
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to note the correspondence of its meeting of June 21, 2021.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to note the correspondence of its meeting of June 21, 2021..” (Motion: Lucy, second: Duplisea)
Adjourn
Adjourn
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to adjourn its meeting of June 21, 2021 at 8:15 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to adjourn its meeting of June 21, 2021 at 8:15 PM..” (Motion: Duplisea, second: Lucy)
From the Hudson Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): Community Advocate — Michele Tousignant Dufour (Paul Hopkins, August 2026), Lauren DuBreuil and Patrick Thayer (candidate photos, May 2025), Steven Sharek and Diane Bemis (candidate photos, May 2024). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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