MassVoter.com← Hudson Select BoardHudson Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
April 22, 2024
14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Scott Duplisea, Michael Burks, Judy Congdon, James Quinn
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Scott Duplisea took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
Minutes to be Approved
Approve the public session minutes of April 8, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 3-0-1 by roll call to approve the public session minutes of April 8, 2024. Mr. Quinn abstained.
Yes: Burks, Congdon, DupliseaAbstained: Quinn
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 3-0-1 by roll call to approve the public session minutes of April 8, 2024. Mr. Quinn abstained..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM
Approve an application for the Alteration of Premises for the All Alcohol Pouring License held by Rail Trail Flatbread Company located at 29 - 33 Main Street and grant permission to occupy...
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve an application for the Alteration of Premises for the All Alcohol Pouring License held by Rail Trail Flatbread Company located at 29 - 33 Main Street and grant permission to occupy sidewalk in front of 29 Main Street.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve an application for the Alteration of Premises for the All Alcohol Pouring License held by Rail Trail Flatbread Company located at 29 - 33 Main Street and grant permission to occupy sidewalk in front of 29 Main Street..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
Approve a Class II License (Sale of Used Vehicles) to George Tavares d/b/a Auto Stop Sales located at 469 River Road, contingent on approvals from the Building Department and Fire Department
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve a Class II License (Sale of Used Vehicles) to George Tavares d/b/a Auto Stop Sales located at 469 River Road, contingent on approvals from the Building Department and Fire Department.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve a Class II License (Sale of Used Vehicles) to George Tavares d/b/a Auto Stop Sales located at 469 River Road, contingent on approvals from the Building Department and Fire Department..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Licenses
Grant a One-Day Outdoor Entertainment License to Justin Provencher / Hudson Rotary Club for a beer tasting event to be held on August 10, 2024 from 2:00 - 6:00 PM at 91 Park Street (Hudson Elks)
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to grant a One-Day Outdoor Entertainment License to Justin Provencher / Hudson Rotary Club for a beer tasting event to be held on August 10, 2024 from 2:00 - 6:00 PM at 91 Park Street (Hudson Elks).
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to grant a One-Day Outdoor Entertainment License to Justin Provencher / Hudson Rotary Club for a beer tasting event to be held on August 10, 2024 from 2:00 - 6:00 PM at 91 Park Street (Hudson Elks)..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
Personnel
Approve the appointment of Doug Hyde as Part-Time Temporary Building Inspector, effective April 9, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the appointment of Doug Hyde as Part-Time Temporary Building Inspector, effective April 9, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the appointment of Doug Hyde as Part-Time Temporary Building Inspector, effective April 9, 2024..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Approve the updated job description for the Building Commissioner / Zoning Enforcement Officer
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the updated job description for the Building Commissioner / Zoning Enforcement Officer.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the updated job description for the Building Commissioner / Zoning Enforcement Officer..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
Approve the position of Athletic Fields Line Painter for the School Department as a Special Municipal Employee
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the position of Athletic Fields Line Painter for the School Department as a Special Municipal Employee.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the position of Athletic Fields Line Painter for the School Department as a Special Municipal Employee..” (Motion: Burks, second: Congdon)
Approve the appointment of Rachel Marroquin as Full-Time Youth Services Librarian at a Grade 12, Step 1, effective May 20, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the appointment of Rachel Marroquin as Full-Time Youth Services Librarian at a Grade 12, Step 1, effective May 20, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve the appointment of Rachel Marroquin as Full-Time Youth Services Librarian at a Grade 12, Step 1, effective May 20, 2024..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Contracts
Approve a contract for the scope of services with Marcum to audit Hudson for FY'23-25
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to approve a contract for the scope of services with Marcum to audit Hudson for FY'23-25.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to approve a contract for the scope of services with Marcum to audit Hudson for FY'23-25..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
General
Approve and sign their 2023 Annual Report
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve and sign their 2023 Annual Report.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve and sign their 2023 Annual Report..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Approve and implement a Meter Replacement Opt-Out Program
On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve and implement a Meter Replacement Opt-Out Program.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Burks, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to approve and implement a Meter Replacement Opt-Out Program..” (Motion: Burks, second: Quinn)
Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk
Note the correspondence of its meeting of April 22, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to note the correspondence of its meeting of April 22, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to note the correspondence of its meeting of April 22, 2024..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Executive Session
Enter into executive session and not return to public session
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to enter into executive session and not return to public session.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Burks, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to enter into executive session and not return to public session..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Burks)
Adjourn
Adjourn its public session meeting at 7:30 PM and enter into executive session
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to adjourn its public session meeting at 7:30 PM and enter into executive session.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 by roll call to adjourn its public session meeting at 7:30 PM and enter into executive session..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
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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