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May 20, 2024
43 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Scott Duplisea, Judy Congdon, Steven Sharek, Diane Bemis, James Quinn
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- James Quinn left the meeting before it ended.
Every vote, in order
Call to Order
Nominate Mr. Duplisea as Chairman of the Board
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to nominate Mr. Duplisea as Chairman of the Board.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to nominate Mr. Duplisea as Chairman of the Board..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Nominate Ms. Congdon as Vice Chairman of the Board
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to nominate Ms. Congdon as Vice Chairman of the Board.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to nominate Ms. Congdon as Vice Chairman of the Board..” (Motion: Duplisea, second: Bemis)
Nominate Mr. Sharek as Clerk of the Board
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to nominate Mr. Sharek as Clerk of the Board.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to nominate Mr. Sharek as Clerk of the Board..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Duplisea)
Minutes to be Approved
Approve the public session minutes of April 22, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the public session minutes of April 22, 2024. Ms. Bemis and Mr. Sharek abstained.
Yes: Congdon, Duplisea, QuinnAbstained: Bemis, Sharek
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the public session minutes of April 22, 2024. Ms. Bemis and Mr. Sharek abstained..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
Approve the executive session minutes of April 22, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the executive session minutes of April 22, 2024. Ms. Bemis and Mr. Sharek abstained.
Yes: Congdon, Duplisea, QuinnAbstained: Bemis, Sharek
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the executive session minutes of April 22, 2024. Ms. Bemis and Mr. Sharek abstained..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
Approve the public session minutes of May 6, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the public session minutes of May 6, 2024. Ms. Bemis and Mr. Sharek abstained.
Yes: Congdon, Duplisea, QuinnAbstained: Bemis, Sharek
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 3-0-2 to approve the public session minutes of May 6, 2024. Ms. Bemis and Mr. Sharek abstained..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM
Approve the transfer of an All Alcohol Package Store License, Pledge of License, and Pledge of Inventory at 103-105 Main Street from Hudson Wine & Spirits to One Stop Hudson Liquor; Mayank Gupta,...
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the transfer of an All Alcohol Package Store License, Pledge of License, and Pledge of Inventory at 103-105 Main Street from Hudson Wine & Spirits to One Stop Hudson Liquor; Mayank Gupta, Manager.
The minutes give the count as 4-0, but 5 members were at the meeting (Scott Duplisea, Judy Congdon, Steven Sharek, Diane Bemis and James Quinn). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the transfer of an All Alcohol Package Store License, Pledge of License, and Pledge of Inventory at 103-105 Main Street from Hudson Wine & Spirits to One Stop Hudson Liquor; Mayank Gupta, Manager..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve an alteration of premises for a Farmer Winery License for Wild Hare located at 43 Broad Street to allow for the manufacture and sales for on-premises consumption of cider; Keith Antul, Manager
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to approve an alteration of premises for a Farmer Winery License for Wild Hare located at 43 Broad Street to allow for the manufacture and sales for on-premises consumption of cider; Keith Antul, Manager.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to approve an alteration of premises for a Farmer Winery License for Wild Hare located at 43 Broad Street to allow for the manufacture and sales for on-premises consumption of cider; Keith Antul, Manager..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Duplisea)
Licenses
Issue a one-day Entertainment and Transient Vendor licenses to the Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce for its 36th Annual Community Festival on June 8, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a one-day Entertainment and Transient Vendor licenses to the Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce for its 36th Annual Community Festival on June 8, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a one-day Entertainment and Transient Vendor licenses to the Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce for its 36th Annual Community Festival on June 8, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
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. Sharek, 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. Sharek, 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: Sharek)
Issue a Seven Day Live Entertainment License to Keith Sullivan for the Outdoor Beer Garden located at 1 Houghton Street for 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monday - Saturday and 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Sunday
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Seven Day Live Entertainment License to Keith Sullivan for the Outdoor Beer Garden located at 1 Houghton Street for 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monday - Saturday and 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Sunday.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Seven Day Live Entertainment License to Keith Sullivan for the Outdoor Beer Garden located at 1 Houghton Street for 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monday - Saturday and 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Sunday..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Duplisea)
Personnel
Approve the appointment of Eric Blakeney as Part Time Senior Clerk for the Town Clerk's Office, effective May 21, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 approve the appointment of Eric Blakeney as Part Time Senior Clerk for the Town Clerk's Office, effective May 21, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 approve the appointment of Eric Blakeney as Part Time Senior Clerk for the Town Clerk's Office, effective May 21, 2024..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve the appointment of Tiffany Newton as Program Coordinator for the Park Commission / Division of Recreation, effective May 21, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Tiffany Newton as Program Coordinator for the Park Commission / Division of Recreation, effective May 21, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Tiffany Newton as Program Coordinator for the Park Commission / Division of Recreation, effective May 21, 2024..” (Motion: Bemis, second: Congdon)
Approve a new job description for the Electrical Inspector for the Building Department
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a new job description for the Electrical Inspector for the Building Department.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a new job description for the Electrical Inspector for the Building Department..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve the appointment of David Ramsay as a backup driver for the Senior Center, effective May 21, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of David Ramsay as a backup driver for the Senior Center, effective May 21, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of David Ramsay as a backup driver for the Senior Center, effective May 21, 2024..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve the appointment of Rick O'Neil as a backup driver for the Senior Center, effective May 21, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Rick O'Neil as a backup driver for the Senior Center, effective May 21, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Rick O'Neil as a backup driver for the Senior Center, effective May 21, 2024..” (Motion: Bemis, second: Congdon)
Approve an updated job description for the Principal Clerk's position in the Finance Department
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve an updated job description for the Principal Clerk's position in the Finance Department.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve an updated job description for the Principal Clerk's position in the Finance Department..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Pass over this item
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to pass over this item.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to pass over this item..” (Motion: Duplisea, second: Congdon)
Approve the appointment of Part Time Seasonal Employees for the Recreation Department
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 approve the appointment of Part Time Seasonal Employees for the Recreation Department.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 approve the appointment of Part Time Seasonal Employees for the Recreation Department..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve the appointment of Nancy Rea as Part Time Assistant Youth Services Librarian, effective June 5, 2024 at a Grade NU-D, Step 8
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Nancy Rea as Part Time Assistant Youth Services Librarian, effective June 5, 2024 at a Grade NU-D, Step 8.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Nancy Rea as Part Time Assistant Youth Services Librarian, effective June 5, 2024 at a Grade NU-D, Step 8..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve the appointment of Kenneth Skudder as Associate Member to the Conservation Commission, term to expire 12/31/2026
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Kenneth Skudder as Associate Member to the Conservation Commission, term to expire 12/31/2026.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Kenneth Skudder as Associate Member to the Conservation Commission, term to expire 12/31/2026..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve the appointments of Kyle Darrigo, Blake Ryder, Andrew Ryder and Brady Blood as Summer Laborers for the DPW, effective July 1, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded By Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-1-0 to approve the appointments of Kyle Darrigo, Blake Ryder, Andrew Ryder and Brady Blood as Summer Laborers for the DPW, effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Sharek opposed.
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, QuinnNo: Sharek
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded By Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-1-0 to approve the appointments of Kyle Darrigo, Blake Ryder, Andrew Ryder and Brady Blood as Summer Laborers for the DPW, effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Sharek opposed..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Contracts
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Northeast / Merrimack Valley Chemical Consortium for the chemicals for the following chemicals for FY Water Treatment
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Northeast / Merrimack Valley Chemical Consortium for the chemicals for the following chemicals for FY Water Treatment.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Northeast / Merrimack Valley Chemical Consortium for the chemicals for the following chemicals for FY Water Treatment..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with F.G. Sullivan Drilling Company for the cleaning and redevelopment of the Chestnut Well #3 in the amount of $19,387.00
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with F.G. Sullivan Drilling Company for the cleaning and redevelopment of the Chestnut Well #3 in the amount of $19,387.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with F.G. Sullivan Drilling Company for the cleaning and redevelopment of the Chestnut Well #3 in the amount of $19,387.00..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Quinn)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Markings, Inc. for FY'25 traffic line painting and markings in the amount of $41,824.56
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Markings, Inc. for FY'25 traffic line painting and markings in the amount of $41,824.56.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Markings, Inc. for FY'25 traffic line painting and markings in the amount of $41,824.56..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with AF Amorello & Sons, Inc. for cold patch in the amount of $155.00 / ton
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with AF Amorello & Sons, Inc. for cold patch in the amount of $155.00 / ton.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with AF Amorello & Sons, Inc. for cold patch in the amount of $155.00 / ton..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Woodard and Curran for engineering services for town wide culvert inventory in the amount of $98,000.00
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Woodard and Curran for engineering services for town wide culvert inventory in the amount of $98,000.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Woodard and Curran for engineering services for town wide culvert inventory in the amount of $98,000.00..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with21st Century Concrete for cement concrete in the amount of $163.00 per cubic yard
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with21st Century Concrete for cement concrete in the amount of $163.00 per cubic yard.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with21st Century Concrete for cement concrete in the amount of $163.00 per cubic yard..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with TEAM E.J. Prescott for the purchase of six (6) fire hydrants in the amount of $19,270.00
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with TEAM E.J. Prescott for the purchase of six (6) fire hydrants in the amount of $19,270.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with TEAM E.J. Prescott for the purchase of six (6) fire hydrants in the amount of $19,270.00..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with New England Storm Water Management, LLC for catch basin cleaning in the amount of $33,575.00 ($19.75 per catch basin)
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with New England Storm Water Management, LLC for catch basin cleaning in the amount of $33,575.00 ($19.75 per catch basin).
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with New England Storm Water Management, LLC for catch basin cleaning in the amount of $33,575.00 ($19.75 per catch basin)..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Pace Analytical for water quality testing in the amount of $45,433.00
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Pace Analytical for water quality testing in the amount of $45,433.00.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Pace Analytical for water quality testing in the amount of $45,433.00..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with PJ Keating for crushed stone ¾" in the amount of $24.20 / ton
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with PJ Keating for crushed stone ¾" in the amount of $24.20 / ton.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with PJ Keating for crushed stone ¾" in the amount of $24.20 / ton..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with PJ Keating for bituminous concrete (top, fine, binder, dense) in the amount of $80.15 / ton
On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with PJ Keating for bituminous concrete (top, fine, binder, dense) in the amount of $80.15 / ton.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with PJ Keating for bituminous concrete (top, fine, binder, dense) in the amount of $80.15 / ton..” (Motion: Bemis, second: Congdon)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Veolia Water North America for contract operation of the waste water treatment facility and Main Street pump station in the following amounts:...
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Veolia Water North America for contract operation of the waste water treatment facility and Main Street pump station in the following amounts: Year 1: $1,942,000.00 (Bid) Year 2: $2,039,100.00 (Estimated) Year 3: $2,141,055.00 (Estimated).
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Veolia Water North America for contract operation of the waste water treatment facility and Main Street pump station in the following amounts: Year 1: $1,942,000.00 (Bid) Year 2: $2,039,100.00 (Estimated) Year 3: $2,141,055.00 (Estimated)..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
General
Adopt and approve the Town of Hudson's Hazardous Mitigation Plan Update for 2023
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt and approve the Town of Hudson's Hazardous Mitigation Plan Update for 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Mr. Sharek, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt and approve the Town of Hudson's Hazardous Mitigation Plan Update for 2023..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Issue a Citation recognizing Larissa Granger for receiving the prestigious Girls Scouts Gold Award from the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts
On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Citation recognizing Larissa Granger for receiving the prestigious Girls Scouts Gold Award from the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Bemis, seconded by Ms. Congdon, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Citation recognizing Larissa Granger for receiving the prestigious Girls Scouts Gold Award from the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts..” (Motion: Bemis, second: Congdon)
Authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to apply for the One Stop for Community Growth Grant Funding for the Master Plan Update
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to apply for the One Stop for Community Growth Grant Funding for the Master Plan Update.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to apply for the One Stop for Community Growth Grant Funding for the Master Plan Update..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Grant a Cable Television Renewal License with an effective date of May 20, 2024 to Verizon New England Inc. ("Verizon")
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to grant a Cable Television Renewal License with an effective date of May 20, 2024 to Verizon New England Inc. ("Verizon").
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 5-0 to grant a Cable Television Renewal License with an effective date of May 20, 2024 to Verizon New England Inc. ("Verizon")..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Authorize the acceptance of a $388,000 state earmark of ARPA funds to install heat pumps at the Hudson Public Library
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-0 to authorize the acceptance of a $388,000 state earmark of ARPA funds to install heat pumps at the Hudson Public Library.
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, SharekJames Quinn had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-0 to authorize the acceptance of a $388,000 state earmark of ARPA funds to install heat pumps at the Hudson Public Library..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk
Note the correspondence of its meeting of May 20, 2024
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-0 to note the correspondence of its meeting of May 20, 2024.
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, SharekJames Quinn had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-0 to note the correspondence of its meeting of May 20, 2024..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining...
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted unanimously by roll call vote to meet in Executive Session per G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Select Board, and the chair so declares (Firefighters).
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, SharekJames Quinn had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted unanimously by roll call vote to meet in Executive Session per G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Select Board, and the chair so declares (Firefighters)..” (Motion: Duplisea)
Meet in Executive Session per G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with a nonunion employee (Executive Assistant)
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted unanimously by roll call vote to meet in Executive Session per G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with a nonunion employee (Executive Assistant).
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, SharekJames Quinn had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted unanimously by roll call vote to meet in Executive Session per G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with a nonunion employee (Executive Assistant)..” (Motion: Duplisea)
Adjourn
Adjourn its public session meeting of May 20, 204 at 9:00 PM and enter into executive session, not to return to public session
On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-0 to adjourn its public session meeting of May 20, 204 at 9:00 PM and enter into executive session, not to return to public session.
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, SharekJames Quinn had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Ms. Congdon, seconded by Ms. Bemis, the Board voted 4-0 to adjourn its public session meeting of May 20, 204 at 9:00 PM and enter into executive session, not to return to public session..” (Motion: Congdon, second: Bemis)
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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