Town of Hanson - Board of Selectmen
Meeting Minutes – Hanson Town Hall
November 15, 2011 – 7:30 p.m.
Members Present: Stephen Amico, James Egan, Richard Flynn, Donald Howard and David Soper
Members Absent:
Others Present: Town Administrator Rene’ J. Read
I 7:34 p.m.~~~~~~~Chairman Amico called the meeting to order. Chairman Amico led the Pledge Allegiance and read the announcements and upcoming meeting schedule
II TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT – Mr. Read suggested that the agenda be taken out of order for new business.
Recognition of Firefighter Jared Murphy. Chief Thompson was present and read a letter from the Abington Fire Chief and presented Firefighter Murphy with a plaque from the Hanson Fire Department honoring his life saving actions on October 24, 2011.
Chairman Amico read the following letter from the Board:
November 15, 2011
Firefighter Jared Murphy
Hanson Fire Department
505 Liberty Street
Hanson, MA~ 02341
Dear Jared,
The Town of Hanson Board of Selectmen wishes to express our gratitude and sincerest appreciation for your efforts on October 24, 2011, which resulted in saving the life of an Abington resident.
We understand that you and another off-duty firefighter witnessed a collapsed resident in distress and as a result of your adroit ability to assess the situation, coupled with the prompt use and expert application of your training, you were able to begin administering CPR to the individual thereby helping regain a pulse and consciousness while en route to South Shore Hospital and ultimately resulted in saving the persons life.
While many people in your profession may consider these actions as routine, we can assure you that they are not.~ All communities rely on trained professionals such as you to provide these services and we are not often granted the opportunity to note our thanks to those who go above and beyond particularly in those cases when not wearing the uniform. ~On behalf of the entire Town of Hanson, we wish to again thank you for your valiant efforts.
Your alert thinking and swift actions reflect great credit upon you, the Hanson Fire Department and the Town of Hanson.
Sincerely,
Town of Hanson Board of Selectmen
Budget Update – Mr. Read reported that the budget packages have been submitted to all departments and the submittals are due by Wednesday, November 23rd.
Conservation Department – Mr. Read informed the Board that after 4 years with the Town of Hanson, Richard Vacca will be leaving his position as the Conservation Agent on Friday, November 18, 2011. Mr. Read thanked Mr. Vacca for his service indicating that he will be missed and wished him well in his future endeavors. The Board also thanked Mr. Vacca for his service.
Health Department - Transfer Station - Leaf and Yard Waste Area – Mr. Read indicated that the finishing touches on the leaf and yard waste area are being completed.~ Bids for the collection of the materials are due on Monday, November, 28th.~ He anticipated that the drop off area will be operational the following weekend.
III NEW BUSINESS
Conservation Commission – Discuss acquisition of Edgewood Bog property – Conservation Agent Rich Vacca was present with the Conservation Commission Mr. Vacca explained that Matthew Rhodes owner of Edgewood Bogs which are located on Indian Head Street would like to gift the 103 acres to the Town of Hanson under the care and custody of the Conservation Commission. Mr. Rhodes has executed an agricultural restriction with the US Department of Agricultural. The USDA will provide funding to assist the Town with reverting the property to its natural state. The Town will provide the oversight and procurement of the work, but the USDA will provide the plans, scope of work and funding. Phil Clemons of the Trails Committee added that the acquisition would provide wildlife
protection and water resources as well as its proximity to the Bay Circuit Trail which travels through Camp Kiwanee and into Pembroke. Mr. Flynn inquired about the hiring a contractor. Mr. Vacca indicated that the normal procurement process would be followed. Mr. Soper inquired about the financial liability. Mr. Vacca indicated that the Town would not have any financial responsibility. Mr. Clemons noted through the acquisition that the Bay Circuit Alliance may provide support for grants.
MOTION by Egan, second by Howard to accept the Edgewood Bogs property located on Indian Head Street. Voted 5 - 0
Discuss Interim Highway Surveyor – Mr. Read recommended that the Board appoint Highway Supervisor, Robert Brown as the Interim Highway Surveyor. Mr. Brown has been with the Highway Department for ten years. Out going Highway Surveyor Richard Harris, recommends Mr. Brown’s appointment due to his experience in the department. Mr. Read pointed out that Mr. Brown would have to run for the position in May 2012. The Board agreed to hold the Highway Supervisor’s position until May in the event Mr. Brown is not elected to the Highway Surveyor position. Mr. Read recommended that the Board look in to changing the Highway Surveyor position from elected to appointed. Mr. Read will provide the Board with the requisite information to effectuate the change.
MOTION by Soper, second Howard to appoint Robert Brown as the Interim Highway Surveyor.
Voted 5 - 0
Vote Surplus Equipment – Two Pieces of Highway Equipment – Mr. Read reported that the Highway Department has two additional pieces of equipment to be declared surplus. Mr. Harris recommends that the Grader be sold for scrap metal.
- 1990 C-60 Chevrolet sanding truck vin # 1GBG6D1ILV102265 100,000
- 1960 Huber Warco Motor Grader Id # MD-135
MOTION by Soper, second by Egan to declare the 1990 C-60 Sanding truck and the 1960 Huber Warco Grader as printed as surplus equipment. Voted 5 - 0
Thank you to Alan Clemons Re: Thomas Mill Wheel – The Board thanked Mr. Alan Clemons for his work on the water wheel at the Nathaniel Thomas Mill. Mr. Clemons, a life long resident has been instrumental in completing the project at the Mill. The Board thanked Mr. Clemons for his time and talents.
Request for a Live Entertainment License – Butterfield’s – 1486 Main Street – Butterfields II, has submitted an application for live entertainment which includes live bands, DJ karaoke and weddings.
MOTION by Howard, second by Egan to approve the Live Entertainment License for Butterfield’s II. Voted 5 - 0
IV OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None Heard
V ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSES ~ Camp Kiwanee
Michelle Beaulieu, Dayton, OH – Sun., Nov. 20th 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Service
Lauren Murray, West Bridgewater – Sat., Nov. 26th 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Gail Fusco, Hanson – Sat., Dec. 3rd 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Party
MOTION by Egan, second by Howard to approve the One Day Liquor Licenses as presented.
Voted 5 - 0
VI APPROVE MINUTES
November 1, 2011
MOTION by Soper, second by Egan to approve the minutes of November 1, 2011 as presented.
Voted 5 - 0
VII COMMITTEE REPORTS
VIII EXECUTIVE SESSION – Chairman Amico announced that the Board would be going into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining and pending litigation since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town.
So Moved by Howard, second by Flynn. Roll Call Flynn Aye, Howard Aye, Amico Aye, Egan Aye and Soper Aye. Voted 5 – 0.
8:10 p.m. Brief Recess
8:20 p.m. Returned to Open Session
IX ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Egan, second by Flynn to adjourn. Voted 5 - 0
8:20 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted
Donald Howard,
Vice Chairman
Approved and Voted 5 - 0
January 10, 2012
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