Town of Hanson - Board of Selectmen
Meeting Minutes – Hanson Town Hall
December 20, 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 and Executive Assistant Meredith Marini
I 7:31 p.m.~~~~~~~Chairman Amico called the meeting to order. Chairman Amico led the Pledge Allegiance and read the announcements and upcoming meeting schedule.
II NEW BUSINESS – Chairman Amico announced that the Board would be taking items out of order. Chairman Amico introduced Coach Keith Erwin and the members of the Whitman Hanson Girls Cross Country Team State Champions. The Board congratulated Coach Erwin and the Team.
III EXECUTIVE SESSION – Chairman Amico announced that the Board would be going into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the discipline or dismissal of staff member or complaints or charges against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual.
So moved by Howard, second by Egan. Roll Call Flynn Aye, Howard Aye, Amico Aye, Egan Aye and Soper Aye. Voted 5 – 0.
7:37 p.m. Brief Recess
8:35 p.m. Return to open session
IV NEW BUSINESS
Annual License Renewals:
Liquor License:
14-58 Liquors, Inc. |
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470 Liberty Street |
AMDC, Inc. |
Tedeschi Food Shops |
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12 Monponsett St. |
Butterfield's II, LLC |
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1486 Main Street |
Cahill and Driscoll, Inc. |
d/b/a Damien's |
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279 Spring Street |
Cranberry Deli & Convenience, Inc. |
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1375 Main Street |
Fani, Inc. |
d/b/a Sam's Restaurant |
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1357 Main Street |
Hanson American Legion Post #226 |
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92 Robinson Street |
Hanson Athletic Association |
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171 Reed Street |
Hanson Tavern |
d/b/a J & R's Indian Head Pub |
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278 Main Street |
House of Pizza |
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309 Main Street |
Matilda's, Inc. |
J.J.'s Pub |
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16 Liberty Street |
Myette's Country Store |
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156 Liberty St. |
Olde Hitching Post Restaurant |
d/b/a Olde Hitching Post Restaurant |
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48 Spring Street |
Sahiyog Corp. |
d/b/a The Village Mini Mart |
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911 Main Street |
Venus III Bros., Inc. |
Venus III Restaurant & Sports Bar |
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252 Main Street |
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MOTION by Howard, second by Egan to renew the liquor licenses as read. Voted 5 - 0
Automatic Amusement:
Cahill and Driscoll, Inc. |
Damien's |
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279 Spring Street |
Hanson American Legion Post #226 |
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92 Robinson Street |
Matilda's, Inc. |
J.J.'s Pub |
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16 Liberty Street |
Venus III Bros., Inc |
Venus III Restaurant & Sports Bar |
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252 Main Street |
MOTION by Soper, second by Howard to renew the Automatic Amusements as read. Voted 5 - 0
Common Victualers:
AMDC, Inc. |
Tedeschi Food Shops |
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12 Monponsett Street |
Butterfield's II, LLC |
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1486 Main Street |
Cahill and Driscoll, Inc. |
Damien's |
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279 Spring Street |
Connie's Restaurant |
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270 Main Street |
Cranberry Deli & Convenience, Inc. |
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1375 Main Street |
Dunkin Donuts |
Dunkin Donuts (1) |
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487 Liberty St. |
Dunkin Donuts |
Dunkin Donuts (2) |
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1120 Main Street |
Expressos Pizza |
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470 Liberty Street |
Fani, Inc. |
d/b/a Sam's Restaurant |
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1357 Main Street |
Hanson American Legion Post #226 |
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92 Robinson Street |
Hanson Athletic Association |
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171 Reed Street |
Hanson Bowladrome |
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171 Reed Street |
Hanson Gold Corp |
The Golden Roll |
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470 Liberty Street |
Hanson Tavern |
J & R's Indian Head Pub |
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278 Main Street |
Heidi's Hollow Farm |
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165 Liberty Street |
Hess Corporation |
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318 Main Street |
House of Pizza |
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309 Main Street |
Matilda's, Inc. |
J.J.'s Pub |
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16 Liberty Street |
McDonald's |
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318 Liberty St. |
Olde Hitching Post Restaurant |
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48 Spring Street |
Sahiyog Corp. |
d/b/a The Village Mini Mart |
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911 Main Street |
Sandy's Coffee Corner |
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12 Monponsett St. |
Shaws Supermarkets |
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476 Liberty Street |
Spiro's II |
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1064 Main St. |
The Cafe Deli |
The Cafe Deli |
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1280 Main Street |
Venus III Bros., Inc. |
Venus III Restaurant & Sports Bar |
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252 Main Street |
MOTION by Howard, second by Egan to renew the Common Victualers as read. Voted 5 - 0
Live Entertainment:
Butterfield's II, LLC |
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1486 Main Street |
Cahill and Driscoll, Inc. |
Damien's |
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279 Spring Street |
Venus III Bros., Inc. |
Venus III Restaurant & Sports Bar |
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252 Main Street |
MOTION by Soper, second by Howard to renew the Live Entertainment licenses as read. Voted 5 - 0
Sunday Entertainment:
Cahill and Driscoll, Inc. |
Damien's |
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279 Spring Street |
Hanson American Legion Post #226 |
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92 Robinson Street |
Hanson Athletic Association |
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171 Reed Street |
Hanson Tavern |
J & R's Indian Head Pub |
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278 Main Street |
Matilda's, Inc. |
J.J.'s Pub |
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16 Liberty Street |
Venus III Bros., Inc. |
Venus III Restaurant & Sports Bar |
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252 Main Street |
MOTION by Soper, second by Egan to renew the Sunday Entertainment licenses as read. Voted 5 - 0
Used Car – Class II: Address No. of cars allowed
Hanna Motors, Inc. d/b/a Car Motors |
169A Franklin Street |
20 |
Raymond E. Simmons d/b/a Signature Sales |
19 Mattakeesett St. |
6 |
Specialty Auto, Inc. |
200 Liberty Street |
26 |
Wheels-n-Deals |
875 Monponsett Street |
10 |
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MOTION by Soper, second by Howard to renew the Class II Used car licenses as read. Voted 5 - 0
Livery: Concert Limousine 775 West Washington Street
MOTION by Flynn, second by Soper to renew the livery license to Concert Limousine. Voted 5 - 0
Lodging House: Hanson Country Manor 748 Whitman Street
MOTION by Soper second by Egan to renew the Lodging House licenses to Hanson Country Manor. Voted 5 - 0
Appointment to Capital Improvement Comm. – An application for appointment was received from Joseph Weeks 83 Hancock St. According to his application has served on the Rockland Finance Committee for over year.. Mr. Weeks would be filing a vacancy and the term would expire
June 30, 2013
MOTION by Egan, second by Howard to appoint Joseph Weeks to the Capital Improvement Committee. Term to expire June 30, 2013.
Vote Surplus Vehicle: Mr. Read presented the Board with additional equipment to be declared surplus. Chairman Amico read the following list of equipment.
1998 Ford Explorer – 1FMZU34E2WUD00378 – Mileage 93,900
1967 Gallion 3-5 Ton Roller
1980 Olath (Wood Chipper) Serial # 984249
MOTION by Flynn, second by Howard to declare the above equipment as surplus. Voted 5 - 0
V TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT – WHRSD – Mr. Read reported that next month he and the Treasurer/Collector will be meeting with members of the Whitman Hanson Regional School District, who are also members of the Mayflower Municipal Health Group, to review the GIC health insurance plan and explore the Town’s options. Mr. Read also reported that he met with the WHRSD staff to discuss the possibility of the regional sharing of services between the school and various Hanson departments.
Conservation Department – Mr. Read again reminded the Board that the Conservation Commission is in need of another member.~ He requested interested parties contact the Selectmen’s office.
Mr. Read also reported that he met with members of the Commission to discuss the idea of hiring a part-time, temporary staff member to assist with the processing of permits and performing field work and inspections.~ This will be an arrangement similar to that of when our Health Agent was out on leave for a few months last year.
Health Department – Mr. Read informed the Board that Administrative Assistant to the Board of Health, Karen Doucette will be retiring from her position effective January 19, 2012.~ He wished her well.
Regional Electric Company – Mr. Read read a letter dated November 15, 2011 from Pembroke Town Administrator Edwin Thorne:
Dear Rene:
The Pembroke Board of Selectmen voted last evening to send an inquiry to neighboring communities regarding the possibility of creating a regional municipal electric company. We would appreciate having this subject discussed at one of your future selectmen’s meeting.
Thank you for the Town’s consideration and we look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Edwin J. Thorne,
Town Administrator.
Mr. Read indicated that he spoke with Mr. Thorne and Pembroke will be discussing the matter on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Pembroke Town Hall. The Board is invited to attend.
IV OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None Heard
V ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSES ~ Camp Kiwanee
Kristy Zamagni, Hanson – Sat., Jan. 12th 6:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. - Wedding
MOTION by Howard, second by Egan to approve the one day liquor license as presented. Voted 5 - 0
VI COMMITTEE REPORTS – Energy Committee – Mr. Howard reported that the electric contractors has completed the retrofits at the old fire station, old police station and Camp Kiwanee. Maquan School Building – Mr. Amico updated the Board on the status of the Maquan School project. Five architectural firms have submitted proposals. Names will be submitted to MSBA by January 10th. The next meeting is January 17th at 5:30 p.m. A new Business Manager was appointed on
December 14th to replace Sharon Andrew who will be retiring in January.
VII EXECUTIVE SESSION - Chairman Amico announced that the Board would be going into executive session for the purpose of negotiations with non-union personnel and conducting collective bargaining sessions and to discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town.
So moved by Howard, second by Egan Roll Call Flynn aye, Howard aye, Amico aye, Egan aye and Soper aye. Voted 5 – 0
8:55 p.m. Brief Recess
9:10 p.m. Return to open session
VIII ADJOURNMENT –
MOTION by Egan, second by Flynn to adjourn. Voted 5 - 0
9:10 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Meredith Marini,
Executive Assistant
Approved and Voted 5 - 0
January 10, 2012
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