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February 27, 2023
40 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Scott Duplisea, Michael Burks, James Quinn, Judy Congdon, Shawn Sadowski
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Minutes to be Approved
Approve the public session minutes of January 23, 2023 as corrected
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the public session minutes of January 23, 2023 as corrected. Mr. Quinn and Mr. Burks abstained.
Yes: Congdon, Duplisea, SadowskiAbstained: Burks, Quinn
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the public session minutes of January 23, 2023 as corrected. Mr. Quinn and Mr. Burks abstained..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve the executive session minutes of January 23, 2023
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the executive session minutes of January 23, 2023. Mr. Quinn and Mr. Burks abstained.
Yes: Congdon, Duplisea, SadowskiAbstained: Burks, Quinn
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the executive session minutes of January 23, 2023. Mr. Quinn and Mr. Burks abstained..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Congdon)
Approve the public session minutes of February 6, 2023
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the public session minutes of February 6, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the public session minutes of February 6, 2023..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve the executive session minutes of February 6, 2023
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the executive session minutes of February 6, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the executive session minutes of February 6, 2023..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Congdon)
Approve the public session minutes of February 8, 2023
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 4-0-1 to approve the public session minutes of February 8, 2023. Mr. Sadowski abstained.
Yes: Burks, Congdon, Duplisea, QuinnAbstained: Sadowski
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 4-0-1 to approve the public session minutes of February 8, 2023. Mr. Sadowski abstained..” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM
Approve the installation of 40-foot wooden poles #5, 6 and 7 with anchors, these poles will be located along the eastern side of Chestnut Street from the Hudson/Stow Town line going south a total...
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the installation of 40-foot wooden poles #5, 6 and 7 with anchors, these poles will be located along the eastern side of Chestnut Street from the Hudson/Stow Town line going south a total of 220 feet, said petition filed by Hudson Light & Power.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the installation of 40-foot wooden poles #5, 6 and 7 with anchors, these poles will be located along the eastern side of Chestnut Street from the Hudson/Stow Town line going south a total of 220 feet, said petition filed by Hudson Light & Power..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Licenses
Issue a One-Day All Alcohol Pouring License to Stephanie Kessler for a birthday party to be held on May 20, 2023 between the hours of 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland...
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a One-Day All Alcohol Pouring License to Stephanie Kessler for a birthday party to be held on May 20, 2023 between the hours of 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a One-Day All Alcohol Pouring License to Stephanie Kessler for a birthday party to be held on May 20, 2023 between the hours of 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue..” (Motion: Burks, second: Sadowski)
Issue a One-Day All Alcohol Pouring License to Andrea Shilale for a birthday party to be held on March 4, 2023 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park...
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a One-Day All Alcohol Pouring License to Andrea Shilale for a birthday party to be held on March 4, 2023 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a One-Day All Alcohol Pouring License to Andrea Shilale for a birthday party to be held on March 4, 2023 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue..” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
Issue a one-day entertainment license and one-day all alcohol pouring license to the Hudson Downtown Business District for an event called "Celebrate Hudson" to be held all along Main Street and...
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a one-day entertainment license and one-day all alcohol pouring license to the Hudson Downtown Business District for an event called "Celebrate Hudson" to be held all along Main Street and possible locations on South Street and Market Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a one-day entertainment license and one-day all alcohol pouring license to the Hudson Downtown Business District for an event called "Celebrate Hudson" to be held all along Main Street and possible locations on South Street and Market Street..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Issue Live Entertainment Licenses to the Hudson Downtown Business Improvement District for a Saturday Street Music from May 20 - October 7, 2023 from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to issue Live Entertainment Licenses to the Hudson Downtown Business Improvement District for a Saturday Street Music from May 20 - October 7, 2023 from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to issue Live Entertainment Licenses to the Hudson Downtown Business Improvement District for a Saturday Street Music from May 20 - October 7, 2023 from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM..” (Motion: Burks, second: Quinn)
Issue a Monday - Saturday entertainment license between the hours of 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM for Café 641 located at 45 Main Street
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Monday - Saturday entertainment license between the hours of 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM for Café 641 located at 45 Main Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Monday - Saturday entertainment license between the hours of 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM for Café 641 located at 45 Main Street..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Issue a Common Victualler's License to Starbucks Coffee to be located at 3 Highland Commons East, Suite 500 for the hours of 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday through Saturday
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Common Victualler's License to Starbucks Coffee to be located at 3 Highland Commons East, Suite 500 for the hours of 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday through Saturday.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Common Victualler's License to Starbucks Coffee to be located at 3 Highland Commons East, Suite 500 for the hours of 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday through Saturday..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Personnel
Approve the employment agreement between the Town and Chief Richard DiPersio and authorizing the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the Select Board, contingent upon the final review of...
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the employment agreement between the Town and Chief Richard DiPersio and authorizing the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the Select Board, contingent upon the final review of Labor Counsel.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the employment agreement between the Town and Chief Richard DiPersio and authorizing the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the Select Board, contingent upon the final review of Labor Counsel..” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
Note the resignation of Sandra Allan as Clerk in the Assessor's Office, effective February 24, 2023
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Sandra Allan as Clerk in the Assessor's Office, effective February 24, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Sandra Allan as Clerk in the Assessor's Office, effective February 24, 2023..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Note the resignation of Patrick Kerrigan as Police Officer, effective February 26, 2023
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Patrick Kerrigan as Police Officer, effective February 26, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Patrick Kerrigan as Police Officer, effective February 26, 2023..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve the appointment of Nicholas Girard as full-time Certified Police Officer at a step P- 111, effective February 28, 2023
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Nicholas Girard as full-time Certified Police Officer at a step P- 111, effective February 28, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Nicholas Girard as full-time Certified Police Officer at a step P- 111, effective February 28, 2023..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Burks)
Note the resignation of Dandrick Gelin from the Historical Commission, effective January 23, 2023
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Dandrick Gelin from the Historical Commission, effective January 23, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Dandrick Gelin from the Historical Commission, effective January 23, 2023..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Congdon)
Note the resignation of Al Morel from the Historical Commission, effective February 17, 2023
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Al Morel from the Historical Commission, effective February 17, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Al Morel from the Historical Commission, effective February 17, 2023..” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
Reappoint Peter Feil to the Board of Registrar's for a term to expire on March 31, 2026
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to reappoint Peter Feil to the Board of Registrar's for a term to expire on March 31, 2026.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to reappoint Peter Feil to the Board of Registrar's for a term to expire on March 31, 2026..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve the appointment of Justin Graseffa to the Commission on Disabilities for a term to expire on December 31, 2025
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Justin Graseffa to the Commission on Disabilities for a term to expire on December 31, 2025.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Justin Graseffa to the Commission on Disabilities for a term to expire on December 31, 2025..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Congdon)
Approve the appointment of Jon Schmidt to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2024
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Jon Schmidt to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Jon Schmidt to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2024..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Congdon)
Approve the appointment of Rachel Lynde to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Rachel Lynde to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Rachel Lynde to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2024..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve the appointment of Joanne Wheeler to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2025
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Joanne Wheeler to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2025.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Joanne Wheeler to the Historical Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2025..” (Motion: Burks, second: Sadowski)
Approve the transfer of Jose Figueiredo from WWTF-4, Step 3 to a W-2 Laborer/Truck Driver, Step 2
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the transfer of Jose Figueiredo from WWTF-4, Step 3 to a W-2 Laborer/Truck Driver, Step 2.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the transfer of Jose Figueiredo from WWTF-4, Step 3 to a W-2 Laborer/Truck Driver, Step 2..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve the temporary appointment of Casmiro Costa to Acting Lieutenant, effective February 28, 2023
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the temporary appointment of Casmiro Costa to Acting Lieutenant, effective February 28, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the temporary appointment of Casmiro Costa to Acting Lieutenant, effective February 28, 2023..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Contracts
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Horsley Witten Group, Inc. to update the Open Space and Recreation Plan in the amount of $48,820.00
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Horsley Witten Group, Inc. to update the Open Space and Recreation Plan in the amount of $48,820.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Horsley Witten Group, Inc. to update the Open Space and Recreation Plan in the amount of $48,820.00..” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
Authorize the fire chief to sign a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Defense United States Army Garrison for routine 911 services for the area of Bruen Road
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to authorize the fire chief to sign a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Defense United States Army Garrison for routine 911 services for the area of Bruen Road.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to authorize the fire chief to sign a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Defense United States Army Garrison for routine 911 services for the area of Bruen Road..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Haley Ward Engineering to provide engineering oversight on the Underground Eversource 115kv Transmission Line Project in Town in the amount of...
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Haley Ward Engineering to provide engineering oversight on the Underground Eversource 115kv Transmission Line Project in Town in the amount of $150,000.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Haley Ward Engineering to provide engineering oversight on the Underground Eversource 115kv Transmission Line Project in Town in the amount of $150,000.00..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Halfmann Public Health Consulting LLC to perform as the Housing Consultant for the MetroWest Shared Public Services in the amount of $20,000.00
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Halfmann Public Health Consulting LLC to perform as the Housing Consultant for the MetroWest Shared Public Services in the amount of $20,000.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Halfmann Public Health Consulting LLC to perform as the Housing Consultant for the MetroWest Shared Public Services in the amount of $20,000.00..” (Motion: Burks, second: Sadowski)
General
Accept Sections 21-22 of General Laws, Chapter 32B
On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to accept Sections 21-22 of General Laws, Chapter 32B.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Sadowski, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to accept Sections 21-22 of General Laws, Chapter 32B..” (Motion: Sadowski, second: Congdon)
Allow in-person early voting for the May 8, 2023 election from April 24-28, May 1 & 2, 2023 from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to allow in-person early voting for the May 8, 2023 election from April 24-28, May 1 & 2, 2023 from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to allow in-person early voting for the May 8, 2023 election from April 24-28, May 1 & 2, 2023 from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Accept a donation to the DPW from Hudson's Business Improvement District for the purchase of a battery powered leaf blower
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to accept a donation to the DPW from Hudson's Business Improvement District for the purchase of a battery powered leaf blower.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to accept a donation to the DPW from Hudson's Business Improvement District for the purchase of a battery powered leaf blower..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Accept a donation to the Veteran's Services Department for the VetRides program from the Robert Lloyd Corkin Charitable Foundation in the amount of $10,000.00
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to accept a donation to the Veteran's Services Department for the VetRides program from the Robert Lloyd Corkin Charitable Foundation in the amount of $10,000.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to accept a donation to the Veteran's Services Department for the VetRides program from the Robert Lloyd Corkin Charitable Foundation in the amount of $10,000.00..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Approve a water bill credit for sampling participation
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a water bill credit for sampling participation.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a water bill credit for sampling participation..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Sign a citation for the VFW
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to sign a citation for the VFW.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to sign a citation for the VFW..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Budget
Approve the budget for HUD-TV Salaries ($222,609)
HUD-TV Salaries $222,609 Congdon Burks 5-0
One row of the budget-hearing table in the minutes (department, amount, mover, seconder and vote).
From the minutes
“HUD-TV Salaries $222,609 Congdon Burks 5-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Approve the budget for HUD-TV Operational Expenses ($78,516)
HUD-TV Operational Expenses $78,516 Burks Congdon 5-0
One row of the budget-hearing table in the minutes (department, amount, mover, seconder and vote).
From the minutes
“HUD-TV Operational Expenses $78,516 Burks Congdon 5-0.” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
Approve the budget for INET Operational Expenses ($131,000)
INET Operational Expenses $131,000 Congdon Burks 5-0
One row of the budget-hearing table in the minutes (department, amount, mover, seconder and vote).
From the minutes
“INET Operational Expenses $131,000 Congdon Burks 5-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk
Note the correspondence of its meeting of February 27, 2023
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to note the correspondence of its meeting of February 27, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sadowski, the Board voted 5-0 to note the correspondence of its meeting of February 27, 2023..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sadowski)
Adjourn
Adjourn
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn its public session meeting of February 27, 2023 at 8:00 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn its public session meeting of February 27, 2023 at 8:00 PM..” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
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