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August 4, 2025
15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Scott Duplisea, who is counted absent.
Present: Judy Congdon, Steven Sharek, Diane Bemis, Lauren DuBreuil
Absent: Scott Duplisea
Every vote, in order
Minutes 07-14-2025
Approve the Public Session Minutes of July 14, 2025
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Public Session Minutes of July 14, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Diane Bemis Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Public Session Minutes of July 14, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Diane Bemis Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: Bemis)
Licenses
Approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Celebrate Hudson Event, to be held on September 13, 2025, between the hours of 1 PM - 8 PM, at 30...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Celebrate Hudson Event, to be held on September 13, 2025, between the hours of 1 PM - 8 PM, at 30 South Street. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Celebrate Hudson Event, to be held on September 13, 2025, between the hours of 1 PM - 8 PM, at 30 South Street. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Celebrate Hudson Event, to be held on September 13, 2025, between the hours of 1 PM - 8 PM,...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Celebrate Hudson Event, to be held on September 13, 2025, between the hours of 1 PM - 8 PM, at 30 South Street, the Armory at Park Street, and multiple locations along Main Street. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Celebrate Hudson Event, to be held on September 13, 2025, between the hours of 1 PM - 8 PM, at 30 South Street, the Armory at Park Street, and multiple locations along Main Street. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a new Common Victualler license to Karina Garmendiz for Giorgios Pizzeria, Monday - Saturday between the hours of 10 AM - 9 PM, located at 118 Forest Ave
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a new Common Victualler license to Karina Garmendiz for Giorgios Pizzeria, Monday - Saturday between the hours of 10 AM - 9 PM, located at 118 Forest Ave. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a new Common Victualler license to Karina Garmendiz for Giorgios Pizzeria, Monday - Saturday between the hours of 10 AM - 9 PM, located at 118 Forest Ave. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment License to Roger Downing for a National Night Out hosted by the Hudson Police Department's CAT Team on August 5, 2025 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM to...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment License to Roger Downing for a National Night Out hosted by the Hudson Police Department's CAT Team on August 5, 2025 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM to be held in Guidotti Field at 121 Chapin Road. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment License to Roger Downing for a National Night Out hosted by the Hudson Police Department's CAT Team on August 5, 2025 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM to be held in Guidotti Field at 121 Chapin Road. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Personnel
Confirm the appointment of Leanne Rouse as Administrative Assistant in the Finance Department, at a non-union M4 step 3, effective date TBD
ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Leanne Rouse as Administrative Assistant in the Finance Department, at a non-union M4 step 3, effective date TBD. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Leanne Rouse as Administrative Assistant in the Finance Department, at a non-union M4 step 3, effective date TBD. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Confirm the appointment of Samantha Robichaux as Principal Clerk in the Collector's Office, at a Clerical Union Grade 10 Step 3, effective August 5, 2025
ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Samantha Robichaux as Principal Clerk in the Collector's Office, at a Clerical Union Grade 10 Step 3, effective August 5, 2025. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Samantha Robichaux as Principal Clerk in the Collector's Office, at a Clerical Union Grade 10 Step 3, effective August 5, 2025. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve an updated job description for the Administrative Secretary/Payroll to Payroll/Benefits Coordinator
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve an updated job description for the Administrative Secretary/Payroll to Payroll/Benefits Coordinator. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve an updated job description for the Administrative Secretary/Payroll to Payroll/Benefits Coordinator. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the reclassification of the Sanitarian from the M5 to M6 grade and to authorize a Registered Sanitarian Stipend
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the reclassification of the Sanitarian from the M5 to M6 grade and to authorize a Registered Sanitarian Stipend. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the reclassification of the Sanitarian from the M5 to M6 grade and to authorize a Registered Sanitarian Stipend. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Contracts
Award a contract to Tappé Architects for design services for the Hudson Public Library Building Project in the amount of $130,000, and to authorize the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to award a contract to Tappé Architects for design services for the Hudson Public Library Building Project in the amount of $130,000, and to authorize the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to award a contract to Tappé Architects for design services for the Hudson Public Library Building Project in the amount of $130,000, and to authorize the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Award a contract to Wright-Pierce for the repair/replacement of the Wastewater Treatment Facility Forced Main between the Main Street Pump Station and Lee Circle, in the amount of $85,550, and to...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to award a contract to Wright-Pierce for the repair/replacement of the Wastewater Treatment Facility Forced Main between the Main Street Pump Station and Lee Circle, in the amount of $85,550, and to authorize the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to award a contract to Wright-Pierce for the repair/replacement of the Wastewater Treatment Facility Forced Main between the Main Street Pump Station and Lee Circle, in the amount of $85,550, and to authorize the Executive Assistant to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
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Sign the September 15, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant
ACTION: The Select Board moved to sign the September 15, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to sign the September 15, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Accept an anonymous donation in the amount of $1,000 to the Hudson Senior Center
ACTION: The Select Board moved to accept an anonymous donation in the amount of $1,000 to the Hudson Senior Center. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to accept an anonymous donation in the amount of $1,000 to the Hudson Senior Center. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Executive Session
Enter Executive Session and not to reconvene public session at 8:53 PM
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to enter Executive Session and not to reconvene public session at 8:53 PM. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to enter Executive Session and not to reconvene public session at 8:53 PM. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Adjourn
Adjourn
ACTION: The Select Board moved to adjourn its meeting of August 4, 2025, at 8:53 PM. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to adjourn its meeting of August 4, 2025, at 8:53 PM. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
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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