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November 3, 2025
26 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Diane Bemis, who is counted absent.
Present: Scott Duplisea, Judy Congdon, Steven Sharek, Lauren DuBreuil
Absent: Diane Bemis
During the meeting:
- Judy Congdon left the meeting before it ended (9:15 PM).
Every vote, in order
Minutes 10-17-2025
Approve the Public Session Minutes of October 17, 2025
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Public Session Minutes of October 17, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Public Session Minutes of October 17, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: DuBreuil)
Approve the Executive Session Minutes of October 17, 2025
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Executive Session Minutes of October 17, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Executive Session Minutes of October 17, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: DuBreuil)
Minutes 10-20-2025
Approve the Public Session Minutes of October 20, 2025
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Public Session Minutes of October 20, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the Public Session Minutes of October 20, 2025. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: Congdon)
Licenses
Approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Holiday Stroll, to be held on December 6, 2025, between the hours of 3 PM - 7 PM, along Main...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment license to Richard Braga of the Hudson BID for the Holiday Stroll, to be held on December 6, 2025, between the hours of 3 PM - 7 PM, along Main Street. Moved by: Judy Congdon 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 Holiday Stroll, to be held on December 6, 2025, between the hours of 3 PM - 7 PM, along Main Street. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Transient Vendor license to Sarah Cressy for the Hudson Winter Markets to be held on Saturday November 15, 2025, and December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Transient Vendor license to Sarah Cressy for the Hudson Winter Markets to be held on Saturday November 15, 2025, and December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Transient Vendor license to Sarah Cressy for the Hudson Winter Markets to be held on Saturday November 15, 2025, and December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Special License per G.L. Chapter 138, Section 15F to Noel Powell of Aaronap Cellars, LLC for the sale of wine in sealed containers for off-premises consumption at the...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Special License per G.L. Chapter 138, Section 15F to Noel Powell of Aaronap Cellars, LLC for the sale of wine in sealed containers for off-premises consumption at the Hudson Winter Markets on Saturday November 15, 2025, and December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Special License per G.L. Chapter 138, Section 15F to Noel Powell of Aaronap Cellars, LLC for the sale of wine in sealed containers for off-premises consumption at the Hudson Winter Markets on Saturday November 15, 2025, and December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol license to Steven Dembro for a Fundraiser/Celebration, to be held on November 14, 2025, between the hours of 6 PM - 11 PM, at 577 Main Street
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol license to Steven Dembro for a Fundraiser/Celebration, to be held on November 14, 2025, between the hours of 6 PM - 11 PM, at 577 Main Street. Moved by: Judy Congdon 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 Steven Dembro for a Fundraiser/Celebration, to be held on November 14, 2025, between the hours of 6 PM - 11 PM, at 577 Main Street. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales license to the Hudson Lodge of Elks at 91 Park Street from November 28, 2025, to December 24, 2025, between the hours of 4 PM - 8 PM Monday,...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales license to the Hudson Lodge of Elks at 91 Park Street from November 28, 2025, to December 24, 2025, between the hours of 4 PM - 8 PM Monday, 4 PM - 8 PM Wednesday - Friday, and 10AM - 6PM Saturday and Sunday. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales license to the Hudson Lodge of Elks at 91 Park Street from November 28, 2025, to December 24, 2025, between the hours of 4 PM - 8 PM Monday, 4 PM - 8 PM Wednesday - Friday, and 10AM - 6PM Saturday and Sunday. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales license to Humphrey's Family Christmas Trees at 31 Washington Street from November 28, 2025, to December 24, 2025, between the hours of 9 AM...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales license to Humphrey's Family Christmas Trees at 31 Washington Street from November 28, 2025, to December 24, 2025, between the hours of 9 AM - 9 PM Monday - Sunday. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the issuance of a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales license to Humphrey's Family Christmas Trees at 31 Washington Street from November 28, 2025, to December 24, 2025, between the hours of 9 AM - 9 PM Monday - Sunday. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Personnel
Approve the position title change from Administrative Manager to Administrative Assistant within the Planning and Community Development Department
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the position title change from Administrative Manager to Administrative Assistant within the Planning and Community Development Department. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve the position title change from Administrative Manager to Administrative Assistant within the Planning and Community Development Department. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Confirm the appointment of Susan Sadeghi as Assistant Treasurer/Collector, effective November 5, 2025, at a non-union M5 step 1
ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Susan Sadeghi as Assistant Treasurer/Collector, effective November 5, 2025, at a non-union M5 step 1. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Susan Sadeghi as Assistant Treasurer/Collector, effective November 5, 2025, at a non-union M5 step 1. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Amend and retitle the Assistant Director to Assistant Director/Operations within the Department of Public Works
ACTION: The Select Board moved to amend and retitle the Assistant Director to Assistant Director/Operations within the Department of Public Works. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to amend and retitle the Assistant Director to Assistant Director/Operations within the Department of Public Works. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: Congdon)
Eliminate the position of Operations Manager and replace the position with a Town Engineer within the Department of Public Works
ACTION: The Select Board moved to eliminate the position of Operations Manager and replace the position with a Town Engineer within the Department of Public Works. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to eliminate the position of Operations Manager and replace the position with a Town Engineer within the Department of Public Works. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: DuBreuil)
Amend the appointment to be a term to expire in thirty days
ACTION: The Select Board moved to amend the appointment to be a term to expire in thirty days. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to amend the appointment to be a term to expire in thirty days. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: DuBreuil)
Confirm the appointment of Erin Ragusa Caton as Acting Interim Treasurer/Collector, effective November 4, 2025, with a term to expire December 4, 2025
ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Erin Ragusa Caton as Acting Interim Treasurer/Collector, effective November 4, 2025, with a term to expire December 4, 2025. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to confirm the appointment of Erin Ragusa Caton as Acting Interim Treasurer/Collector, effective November 4, 2025, with a term to expire December 4, 2025. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Contracts
Approve a contract between CREDE Government and Emergency Services and the Town to conduct an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) study, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract between CREDE Government and Emergency Services and the Town to conduct an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) study, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract between CREDE Government and Emergency Services and the Town to conduct an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) study, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: Congdon)
Approve a contract with Hydra Dive Tech for the cleaning and inspection of Brigham, Lakeview, Murphy, and Potash Water Tanks, in the amount of $17,375.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract with Hydra Dive Tech for the cleaning and inspection of Brigham, Lakeview, Murphy, and Potash Water Tanks, in the amount of $17,375.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract with Hydra Dive Tech for the cleaning and inspection of Brigham, Lakeview, Murphy, and Potash Water Tanks, in the amount of $17,375.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve a contract with Calgon Carbon for the removal and replacement of GAC Filter Media at Chestnut and Cranberry Wells, in the amount of $379,200.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract with Calgon Carbon for the removal and replacement of GAC Filter Media at Chestnut and Cranberry Wells, in the amount of $379,200.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract with Calgon Carbon for the removal and replacement of GAC Filter Media at Chestnut and Cranberry Wells, in the amount of $379,200.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve and authorize the signing of snow plowing and hauling bids for the 2025-2026 winter season, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve and authorize the signing of snow plowing and hauling bids for the 2025-2026 winter season, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve and authorize the signing of snow plowing and hauling bids for the 2025-2026 winter season, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board.
Approvea contract with Daikin Applied Americas for the replacement of the Boiler Heat Exchange at the Hudson Police Station, in the amount of $14,080.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approvea contract with Daikin Applied Americas for the replacement of the Boiler Heat Exchange at the Hudson Police Station, in the amount of $14,080.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approvea contract with Daikin Applied Americas for the replacement of the Boiler Heat Exchange at the Hudson Police Station, in the amount of $14,080.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Approve a contract with Woodard and Curran for compliance support with MassDEP's 6.30.2025 Notice of Noncompliance Water report, in the amount of $45,000.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to...
ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract with Woodard and Curran for compliance support with MassDEP's 6.30.2025 Notice of Noncompliance Water report, in the amount of $45,000.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to approve a contract with Woodard and Curran for compliance support with MassDEP's 6.30.2025 Notice of Noncompliance Water report, in the amount of $45,000.00, and to authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Board. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: Congdon)
General
Accept two donations totaling in the amount of $400 in memory of James Castano, for the Hudson Veterans Department Vet- Rides Program
ACTION: The Select Board moved to accept two donations totaling in the amount of $400 in memory of James Castano, for the Hudson Veterans Department Vet- Rides Program. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to accept two donations totaling in the amount of $400 in memory of James Castano, for the Hudson Veterans Department Vet- Rides Program. Moved by: Judy Congdon Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: Congdon, second: Sharek)
Budget.
Have a member of the Select Board attend future DOR meetings
ACTION: The Select Board moved to have a member of the Select Board attend future DOR meetings. Moved by: Lauren DuBreuil Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to have a member of the Select Board attend future DOR meetings. Moved by: Lauren DuBreuil Seconded by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0.” (Motion: DuBreuil, second: Congdon)
Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk
Note the correspondence of its meeting November 3, 2025
ACTION: The Select Board moved to note the correspondence of its meeting November 3, 2025. Moved by: Scott Duplisea Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 3-0
Yes: DuBreuil, Duplisea, SharekJudy Congdon had left the meeting at 9:15 PM before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to note the correspondence of its meeting November 3, 2025. Moved by: Scott Duplisea Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 3-0.” (Motion: Duplisea, second: DuBreuil)
Executive Session
Pass over item until December 1, 2025, Select Board meeting
ACTION: The Select Board moved to pass over item until December 1, 2025, Select Board meeting. Moved by: Scott Duplisea Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 3-0
Yes: DuBreuil, Duplisea, SharekJudy Congdon had left the meeting at 9:15 PM before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to pass over item until December 1, 2025, Select Board meeting. Moved by: Scott Duplisea Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 3-0.” (Motion: Duplisea, second: Sharek)
Adjourn
Its meeting of November 3, 2025, at 9:48 PM
ACTION: The Select Board moved to its meeting of November 3, 2025, at 9:48 PM. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 3-0
Yes: DuBreuil, Duplisea, SharekJudy Congdon had left the meeting at 9:15 PM before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to its meeting of November 3, 2025, at 9:48 PM. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 3-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: DuBreuil)
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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