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January 26, 2026
16 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Scott Duplisea, Steven Sharek, Diane Bemis, Lauren DuBreuil, Judy Congdon
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Judy Congdon took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
Minutes 01-12-2026
Approve the Public Session Minutes of January 12, 2026
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the Public Session Minutes of January 12, 2026. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Abstained by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0-1
Yes: Bemis, DuBreuil, Duplisea, SharekAbstained: Congdon
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the Public Session Minutes of January 12, 2026. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Abstained by: Judy Congdon Motion Carries 4-0-1.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Meetings and Public Hearings
Approve the issuance of a new Class II License (Sale of Used Vehicles) to Aaron Tringuk of Danari Fanno Danari, located at 16 Brent Drive
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the issuance of a new Class II License (Sale of Used Vehicles) to Aaron Tringuk of Danari Fanno Danari, located at 16 Brent Drive. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the issuance of a new Class II License (Sale of Used Vehicles) to Aaron Tringuk of Danari Fanno Danari, located at 16 Brent Drive. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Licenses
Approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment License to Richard Braga for the BID Summer Music Series to be held on Saturdays beginning on May 23, 2026 to September 26, 2026 between the...
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment License to Richard Braga for the BID Summer Music Series to be held on Saturdays beginning on May 23, 2026 to September 26, 2026 between the hours of 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM at 78 Main St. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the issuance of a Single Event Entertainment License to Richard Braga for the BID Summer Music Series to be held on Saturdays beginning on May 23, 2026 to September 26, 2026 between the hours of 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM at 78 Main St. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol License to Rosanty Garcia for a Galentine Gathering to be held on February 10, 2026 between the hours of 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM at 43 Broad St B101
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol License to Rosanty Garcia for a Galentine Gathering to be held on February 10, 2026 between the hours of 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM at 43 Broad St B101. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the issuance of a Single Event Alcohol License to Rosanty Garcia for a Galentine Gathering to be held on February 10, 2026 between the hours of 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM at 43 Broad St B101. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Personnel
Approve the reappointment of Joan Wordell as Town Clerk for a term to expire on February 2, 2029
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reappointment of Joan Wordell as Town Clerk for a term to expire on February 2, 2029. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reappointment of Joan Wordell as Town Clerk for a term to expire on February 2, 2029. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the reappointment of Neil Vaidya as Town Accountant for a term to expire on February 6, 2029
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reappointment of Neil Vaidya as Town Accountant for a term to expire on February 6, 2029. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reappointment of Neil Vaidya as Town Accountant for a term to expire on February 6, 2029. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the reclassification of the Community Social Worker in the Health Department
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reclassification of the Community Social Worker in the Health Department. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reclassification of the Community Social Worker in the Health Department. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the reclassification of the Regional Community Engagement and Health Communications Coordinator in the Health Department
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reclassification of the Regional Community Engagement and Health Communications Coordinator in the Health Department. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reclassification of the Regional Community Engagement and Health Communications Coordinator in the Health Department. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Approve the reclassification of the Regional Community Health Worker in the Health Department
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reclassification of the Regional Community Health Worker in the Health Department. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to approve the reclassification of the Regional Community Health Worker in the Health Department. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
General
Authorize the hiring of special counsel to advise the Board of Health of the rights of the Board of Health and the Town of Hudson pursuant to the Solid Waste Management Agreement between the Town...
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to authorize the hiring of special counsel to advise the Board of Health of the rights of the Board of Health and the Town of Hudson pursuant to the Solid Waste Management Agreement between the Town of Hudson and B-P Trucking Inc. dated November 15, 2021 and the Lease dated December 6, 2021 by and between B-P Trucking Inc. and the Town of Hudson by and through its Board of Health, with the approval of the Select Board pursuant to a Town Meeting Vote of November 14, 2020, subject to the following: 1. Any cost of special counsel's work exceeding $5,000 is not authorized, unless approved by vote of the Select Board at a future meeting; and, 2. All authorizations of the employment of any legal counsel are limited by and subject to Section 6.7 of the Town of Hudson General By-laws. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to authorize the hiring of special counsel to advise the Board of Health of the rights of the Board of Health and the Town of Hudson pursuant to the Solid Waste Management Agreement between the Town of Hudson and B-P Trucking Inc. dated November 15, 2021 and the Lease dated December 6, 2021 by and between B-P Trucking Inc. and the Town of Hudson by and through its Board of Health, with the approval of the Select Board pursuant to a Town Meeting Vote of November 14, 2020, subject to the following: 1. Any cost of special counsel's work exceeding $5,000 is not authorized, unless approved by vote of the Select Board at a future meeting; and, 2. All authorizations of the employment of any legal counsel are limited by and subject to Section 6.7 of the Town of Hudson General By-laws. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Steven Sharek Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Sharek)
Create and establish a five- member Audit Committee empowered and charged as follows: recommend the process for selection of an independent auditor, the frequency for independent audits, the audit...
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to create and establish a five- member Audit Committee empowered and charged as follows: recommend the process for selection of an independent auditor, the frequency for independent audits, the audit objectives, and the "scope of services" to be provided by an independent auditor; review proposals submitted by independent auditing firms; recommend the selection of an independent auditing firm; receive and review financial statements, auditor's reports, and management letters; attend and participate in the exit interview with the auditing firm; review the auditor's recommendations for corrective action; monitor the progress of corrective actions recommended by the auditor; make recommendations to the Select Board regarding the audit findings; provide recommendations to town boards and officials regarding accounting practices and the need for additional auditing; and submit a summary of its work for inclusion in the Town's Annual Report. Further, that all members shall be residents of the Town and no members shall be full-time employees of the Town of Hudson or members of the Select Board. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to create and establish a five- member Audit Committee empowered and charged as follows: recommend the process for selection of an independent auditor, the frequency for independent audits, the audit objectives, and the "scope of services" to be provided by an independent auditor; review proposals submitted by independent auditing firms; recommend the selection of an independent auditing firm; receive and review financial statements, auditor's reports, and management letters; attend and participate in the exit interview with the auditing firm; review the auditor's recommendations for corrective action; monitor the progress of corrective actions recommended by the auditor; make recommendations to the Select Board regarding the audit findings; provide recommendations to town boards and officials regarding accounting practices and the need for additional auditing; and submit a summary of its work for inclusion in the Town's Annual Report. Further, that all members shall be residents of the Town and no members shall be full-time employees of the Town of Hudson or members of the Select Board. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: DuBreuil)
As soon as possible seek applications (Interest Cards) from residents with backgrounds in finance and desire to serve on this Audit Committee
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to as soon as possible seek applications (Interest Cards) from residents with backgrounds in finance and desire to serve on this Audit Committee. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to as soon as possible seek applications (Interest Cards) from residents with backgrounds in finance and desire to serve on this Audit Committee. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Bemis, second: DuBreuil)
Direct Town Counsel as soon as possible to draft a Town Meeting warrant article containing a proposed By-Law for consideration by the Select Board (and later by Town Meeting) to permanently...
ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to direct Town Counsel as soon as possible to draft a Town Meeting warrant article containing a proposed By-Law for consideration by the Select Board (and later by Town Meeting) to permanently establish an Audit Committee, with powers and duties consistent with those of the 5- member Committee just described. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Judy Congdon Nay Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4--1
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, SharekNo: DuBreuil
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved by roll call to direct Town Counsel as soon as possible to draft a Town Meeting warrant article containing a proposed By-Law for consideration by the Select Board (and later by Town Meeting) to permanently establish an Audit Committee, with powers and duties consistent with those of the 5- member Committee just described. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Judy Congdon Nay Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4--1.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Congdon)
FY27 Budget Book SB ver 01.20.26
Approve the budget for Veterans ($158,160)
Veterans 01005441 23 183 $158,160 Sharek Bemis 5-0
One row of the budget-hearing table in the minutes (department, amount, mover, seconder and vote).
From the minutes
“Veterans 01005441 23 183 $158,160 Sharek Bemis 5-0.” (Motion: Sharek, second: Bemis)
Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk
Note the Correspondence of its meeting January 26, 2026
ACTION: The Select Board moved to note the Correspondence of its meeting January 26, 2026. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Judy Congdon Nay Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-1
Yes: Bemis, Congdon, Duplisea, SharekNo: DuBreuil
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to note the Correspondence of its meeting January 26, 2026. Moved by: Diane Bemis Seconded by: Judy Congdon Nay Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 4-1.” (Motion: Bemis, second: Congdon)
Adjourn
Adjourn
ACTION: The Select Board moved to adjourn its meeting of January 26, 2026, at 9:38 PM. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 5-0
From the minutes
“ACTION: The Select Board moved to adjourn its meeting of January 26, 2026, at 9:38 PM. Moved by: Steven Sharek Seconded by: Lauren DuBreuil Motion Carries 5-0.” (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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