Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
May 22, 2007
Present: Christopher Colclough, Mark Gallivan, Jesse McSweeney, James Egan and James Armstrong. Also present Town Administrator Michael Finglas and Executive Assistant Meredith Marini.
7:30 p.m. Chairman McSweeney called the meeting to order, read the announcements and upcoming meeting schedule.
Item I Swear in Newly Elected Officials – Town Clerk Sandra Harris was present and swore in newly elected Assessor Kathleen Marini who read a separate oath. Mrs. Harris then swore in Selectman James Armstrong, Water Commissioner Joseph Duffey and Highway Surveyor Richard Harris.
Chairman McSweeney announced that the Board would hold a brief executive session and return shortly.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Colclough to go into Executive Session under Item #3 Litigation Strategies.
Roll Call – Colclough aye, Gallivan aye, McSweeney aye, Egan aye and Armstrong aye. Voted 5 – 0.
7:38 p.m. Brief Recess
7:55 p.m. Returned to open Session
Item II Swear in Fire Chief Jerome Thompson – Town Clerk Sandra Harris swore in Fire Chief Jerome Thompson. Chief Allen Hoyt presented Chief Thompson with a gold badge which Chief Thompson’s wife Tracey pinned on. Chief Hoyt and the Board congratulated Chief Thompson. Chief Thompson recognized and thanked his family, area Fire Chiefs, members of the Hanson Fire and Police departments for their attendance and support. Chief Thompson indicated that he looked forward to his new job.
8:03 p.m. Brief Recess
8:10 p.m. Back in Session
Item III Town Administrator’s Report - Mr. Finglas reported that for period ending May 3rd he signed Payroll warrant 44 in the amount of $106,635.30, Expense Warrant 44 - $1,728,612.05; Expense 44A $19,365.40; Expense 44B - $4,809,655.00; Expense 44C - $14,464.70. For week ending May 10th he signed Payroll Warrant 45 in the amount of $97,814.33; Expense 45 - $414,144.22; Expense 45A - $17,523.12 and Expense 45B 0 $2,635.19. For week ending May 17th he signed Payroll Warrant 46 in the amount of $100,100.24; Expense warrant 46 $67,295.00 and Expense 46A - $18,132.19.
Chairman McSweeney requested that a budget schedule be created and a meeting set up with the Finance Committee in July to avoid budget delays. Chairman McSweeney also recommended setting goals and objectives for the Town Administrator and two chiefs. Mr. McSweeney and Mr. Egan will review the evaluations with the Town Administrator and Chief Savage.
The Board discussed the creation of a committee to draft an RFP for the needs assessment for the Maquan School. The Board agreed a member from the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee, School Committee and Capital Improvement Committee should be on the committee.
Item III Liquor License Transfer – Stingers to Woody’s, Inc. – David Hatch, Sr. has requested a liquor license transfer from Stingers Family Restaurant, Inc. to Woody’s Restaurant, Inc.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Colclough to open the hearing. Voted 5 – 0
Mrs. Marini explained all the paperwork was in order. There will be no change in management, only a change in the corporation name.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Colclough to close the hearing. Voted 5 – 0
MOTION by Gallivan to approve the transfer of liquor license from Stingers Family Restaurant, Inc. to Woody’s Restaurant, Inc. Voted 5 – 0
Item IV New Business Approve Line Items Transfers for May & June – Mrs. Marini explained that Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 33 B(b) allows for the transfer of funding between budget lines during May and June of each fiscal year with the authorization of the Board of Selectmen and the Finance Committees. The Board discussed the matter and requested a list of transfers.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Colclough to approve the transfer of funds in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 33B (b). Voted 5 – 0
Sustainable Hanson – Marianne DiMascio was present requesting the Board’s support and sponsorship of their hosting of “Inconvenient Truth” at Camp Kiwanee on Friday, June 15th at 7:30 p.m. She explained that the group was created to make a difference in the environment and to bring awareness to the community. Mr. Armstrong discussed reduced energy uses in municipalities and the importance of tracking of energy costs. Ms. DiMascio indicated that the group is meeting on Monday, June 4th at 7:00 in the Selectmen’s meeting room. The public is welcome.
MOTION by Armstrong, second by Egan to co-sponsor the Sustainable Hanson’s event and showing of “An Inconvenient Truth” on June 15th at 7:30 p.m. Voted 4 – 1 (Gallivan)
EPA New England Energy Challenge – Mr. Armstrong explained the request and letter of support. He indicated that the Town has already started moving toward the goal of reducing energy usage by 10%.
MOTION by Armstrong, second by Colclough to accept the EPA’s Energy Challenge as printed in their letter for discussion.
Mr. Gallivan was concerned there would be financial obligations to the Town. Mr. Armstrong indicated there would be none. Mr. Armstrong volunteered to coordinate the project.
Voted 5 – 0
Item V Licenses – One Day Liquor Requests for one day liquor licenses were received from the following:
A. Susan Forest of Norwell – Sat. June 2nd 12-5 p.m. – Wedding
B. William Merrigan of Holbrook – Sun. June 3rd 1 – 8 p.m. Family Party
C. Frederick Beauregard of Weymouth – Sat. June 9th 6:30 – 11:30 p.m. Wedding
D. Kimberly Longabard of Bridgewater – Sat., June 16th 7 – 12 a.m. Wedding
E. Sandy Palmer of Arvada, CA – Sat. June 23rd 6 – 11 p.m. Wedding
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MOTION by Gallivan, second by Colclough to approve the one day liquor licenses as printed. Voted 5 – 0
Item VI Approve Minutes
A. Reg. Session ~ April 10, 2007
B. Reg. Session ~ April 24, 2007
C. Reg. Session ~ May 7, 2007
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Egan to approve the minutes of April 10th as printed. Voted 4 – 0 – 1 (Armstrong)
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Egan to approve the minutes of April 24th as printed. Voted 5 – 0
MOTION by Colclough, second by Egan to approve the minutes of May 7th as printed. Voted 4 – 0 – 1 (Gallivan)
Item VII Re-organize the Board – Chairman McSweeney announced that due to the recent Town elections, Board must re-organize. He took nominations.
MOTION by McSweeney, Gallivan to elect James Egan as Chairman. Voted 5 – 0
MOTION by Colclough, second by Gallivan to elect Jesse McSweeney as Vice-Chairman. Voted 5 – 0
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Gallivan to elect Chris Colclough as Clerk. Voted 5 – 0
Item VIII Executive Session - Vice Chairman McSweeney announced the Board would be going into Executive Session under Item # 3, Litigation Strategies.
MOTION by Gallivan, second by Egan to going into Executive Session under Item #3, Litigation Strategies. Roll Call – Colclough aye, Gallivan aye, McSweeney aye, Egan aye and Armstrong aye. Voted 5 – 0.
8:42 p.m. Brief Recess
9:52 p.m. Return to Open Session
MOTION by McSweeney, second by Armstrong to adjourn. Voted 5 – 0
9:50 p.m. Meeting Adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Meredith Marini
Approved and Voted 4 – 0
June 5, 2007
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