Hanson Board of Selectmen
Selectmen’s Meeting Room, Hanson Town Hall
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Regular Meeting 7:00 P.M.
I CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance, Public Announcements & Upcoming meetings.
II TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
III NEW BUSINESS
Appointments
Animal Control Officers – Lisa McKay 3 Nevada Ave., Assonet –
Term to Expire 6/30/15
Assistant Animal Control Officer - Joshua Kimball 94 Pinehaven Drive, Whitman
Term to Expire 6/30/15
Council of Elder Affairs
Stephanie McSweeney 78 Pierce Ave – Fill vacancy of Lorraine Lentini –
Term to Expire 6/30/16
IV OLD BUSINESS
Vote article recommendations – Articles 11 & 18
V APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
April 14, 2015
May 19, 2015
May 26, 2015
June 2, 2015
June 16, 2015
VI ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSES – Camp Kiwanee
Meredith Gomes, Canton, Friday, Oct. 2nd, 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. – Wedding
Amy Comeau, Randolph, Sat., Oct. 3rd, 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Wedding
Darcy Breen, Pembroke, Sun., Oct. 4th 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Shower
Stephanie Coots, E. Bridgewater, Fri., Oct. 9th, 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Wedding
Carissa Catarella, Taunton, Sat., Oct. 10th 4:00 – 11:00 p.m. – Wedding
Amy Kelly, Middleboro, Sun., Oct. 11th 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. – Wedding
Pecan Johnson, Somerville, Fri, Oct. 16th 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Wedding
Jennifer Stearns, Brockton, Sat., Oct. 17th 4:00 – 10:00 p.m. – Wedding
Mari Giovanni, Stoughton, Sun., Oct. 18th 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. Wedding
Travis Begmiller, Taunton, Fri., Oct. 23rd 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Wedding
Katie Quinn, Lowell, Sat., Oct. 24th 5:00 – 11:00 p.m. – Wedding
Angelo Caron, Hanson, Fri., Oct 31st 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. - Retirement
VI COMMITTEE REPORTS
Monponsett Pond Committee
Indian Head & Maquan Priority Repair Comm.
WHRDS Capital Repairs & Facilities Committee
Highway Building Committee
Town Administrator Search Committee
VII ADJOURMENT
Announcements
The Hanson Water Department has lifted the Water Restrictions effective Sept. 18th. Outside watering may resume at consumer’s discretion. The Water Dept. appreciates your cooperation in conserving water.
The Highway Department announced road paving of Fairwood Drive and the Brentwood area. The roads will be open to traffic, but please expect delays. If you have any questions, please contact the Highway Department at 781-293-2822.
The Hanson Water Department will begin hydrant flushing on or about September 21, 2015.~ Work will be scheduled Monday through Thursday between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and midnight.~ Hydrant flushing is done to remove iron and manganese deposits that collect on the walls of the water mains.~ Residents may experience air bubbles or water discoloration, which is not harmful. It is recommended you run cold water in a bathtub for a few minutes until the water and/or air bubbles clear up. If the water does not clear up within about 5 minutes, please contact the Hanson Water Department 781-447-1200.~ ~ ~~
Whitman & Hanson Dollars for Scholars kicks off their fundraising season with a an Electronic Recycling Day at the Maquan School in Hanson on Saturday, September 26, from 9AM to 1PM. Residents and non-residents can dispose of their unwanted electrical items which they may not be able to do away with by conventional trash methods. A fee will be assessed which will support DFS’ scholarship awards program. Those unable to attend may call ahead for special arrangements. For more information, please contact Mike at 781-252-9683 or visit www.WhitmanAndHanson.DollarsforScholars.org.
The Treasurer/Collector’s Office will be closed on Friday, September 25th, October 2nd and October 9th. Please plan your business accordingly.
On Saturday September 26th from 10 am to 2 pm the Hanson Police, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Agency, will be accepting unwanted/unneeded prescription medication.~ The unwanted medications will be safely disposed of by the DEA.~ We can not accept liquid medications.~ Also, no sharps (needles) will be accepted.~ The Hanson Police do have a drop off box in the lobby and we accept medications 24 hours a day 7 days a week.~ We are taking part in the DEA's National Take Back Day to highlight this service and to keep unwanted medications out of the wrong hands.~
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Reminder from the Town Clerk ~ Avoid at $25.00 late fee, license your dog by September 30th.
October Special Town Meeting is Monday, October 5th at 7:30 p.m. at the Hanson Middle School. A quorum of 100 registered voters is required.
Absentee ballots are available in Town Clerk’s Office for the October 6th Special State Primary. Application for the absentee ballots will be accepted by the Town Clerk until 12:00 p.m. on Monday, October 5th. For more information call the Town Clerk at 781-293-2772
Hanson Food Pantry is seeking auction items for the Pack the Pantry Auction to be held on Friday, October 9th at Meadowbrook Restaurant. They are accepting collectibles,~home decor, household items, furniture in new or nearly new condition. (No mattresses and couches), gift certificates, gift baskets, etc. To arrange item pick up or for more information, please contact Laura FitzGerald-Kemmett at (781) 294-1261.~
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Selectmen Tues., Sept. 29th 7:00 p.m. Town Meeting Preview
Selectmen Mon., Oct. 5th 7:00 p.m. Hanson Middle School
Town Meeting Mon., Oct. 5th 7:30 p.m. Hanson Middle School
Selectmen Wed., Oct. 7th 7:00 p.m. Hanson Middle School
Town Meeting Wed., Oct. 7th 7:30 p.m. Hanson Middle School
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