Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes –March 12, 2012
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Messieurs Durant, Vereault, McGourty, Yates, Blazar, and Cipriano. Ms. Santos was also present
Public Session: February 6, 2012
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the minutes.
Public Session: February 27, 2012
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the minutes.
Ms. Denise Reid of Brenton Wood Road was present and said she had noticed that the Rodeo Company Web site stated that the Rodeo is coming back in June 2012; she would like the Elks to address that. Mr. Zilembo stated that is false and he will be contacting them to have it taken down from their web site.
- Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM:
Selectmen to conduct a public hearing on the relocation of 5 Utility Poles on Houghton Street.
Mr. Paul Schneider was present to represent Verizon. Mr. Schneider informed the Board that Verizon plans on moving five utility poles onto the eastern side of the street in order to facilitate the bridge construction. Only one pole will remain in its current location. Cindy Resendes along with her sister Aida Resendes own the properties at 30 & 32 Houghton Street. Ms. Resendes asked who will pay for the relocation of the poles. Mr. Schneider explained that there will not be any charge to the property owners. She then stated that moving the poles to the front of the properties would not look very nice and asked if they would be given any say as to where the poles will go. Mr. Schneider noted that moving them was part of the construction design and
told Ms. Resendes he would get her the contact information of the engineer. Aida Resendes expressed her safety concern regarding the transformers being positioned so close to the homes. Mr. Vereault felt that the hearing should be continued as he would like a representative from Light & Power present to answer some lingering questions. He also requested a more detailed map be furnished to the Board.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to continue the public hearing until March 26, 2012 at 7PM.
Selectmen to conduct a public hearing on the application by Karmichael Holdings, LLC. d/b/a Rail Trail Flatbread Company at 31-33 Main St. for an All Alcohol Pouring License, a pledge of said license, and an amendment to it’s Common Victualler’s license operating hours from 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight).
Mr. Michael Kasseris, the applicant was present and answered questions of the Board. Mr. Vereault questioned whether they were intending to grow the business to than sell it, Mr. Kasseris stated that they have no intention of selling the business.
On a motion by Mr. McGourty, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the license.
Selectmen to conduct a public hearing on the application by Daigneaults Liquors at 66 Broad St. for a Pledge of License and the designation of a new Officer/Director and Stockholders.
Attorney for the applicant Rich Frias was present as well as the three principals of Daigneaults Liquors, the Board had no questions.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the changes as presented.
Selectmen to consider approval of an application by Victor’s 50’s Diner for the addition of two Automatic Amusement Devices.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the license.
Selectmen to consider approval of an application by the BPOE at 91 Park Street to license a Carnival during the hours of 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM on April 18-20 and 12:00 Noon – 11:00 PM on April 21–22.
Mr. Durant recused himself and left the room.
Mr. McGourty stated that he is a member of the Hudson Elks.
Mr. Dennis Zilembo, Manager of the Elks and Mr. John Flynn owner of Fiesta Shows were present to answer questions.
Mr. William MacMunn of 41 Brigham Street and Ms. Denise Reid of 8 Brenton Wood Road were present and had concerns/questions; Is liquor being served? What are the provisions for overflow parking? Will there be helicopter rides and is the music being played until 11:00pm?
Mr. Flynn stated that it is a small event and there is more than ample parking. All amplification will be turned off at 9:00pm. Mr. Zilembo stated that alcohol will not be served at this event and no helicopter rides either.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the license.
Mr. Durant returned to the meeting.
Selectmen to consider approval of a one-day Entertainment license to the Jennifer Hunter Yates Sarcoma Foundation to conduct a fund-raising walk on May 5, 2012.
Mr. Yates stated for the record that he is not on the Board of Directors of the foundation, however he recused himself and left the room.
On a motion by Mr. McGourty, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the license.
Mr. Yates returned to the meeting.
Selectmen to consider approval of appointments of Karyn Michela, Kelly Dalton, Melissa Bryce and Linda Rahlmberg as Part-Time Pages for the Hudson Public Library at a rate of $8.71 per hour.
On a motion by Mr. McGourty, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted by a margin of 3-0-1 , Mr. Durant abstaining, to appoint Karyn Michela, Kelly Dalton, Melissa Bryce and Linda Rahlmber as Part-Time Pages for the Hudson Public Library at a rate of $8.71 per hour.
Selectmen to consider approval of appointment of call Firefighter Marc A. Exarhopoulos to Permanent Full -Time Firefighter effective March 13, 2012.
On a motion by Mr. McGourty, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to appoint Mark A. Exarhopoulos to Permanent Full-Time Firefighter effective March 13, 2012.
Selectmen to consider approval of a contract with Ana Terra-Salamao in the annual amount of $12,225 for the provision of Bi-Lingual Social Service Outreach for the Hudson Senior Center.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the contract with Ana Terra-Salamo in the annual amount of $12,225 for the provision of Bi-Lingual Social Service Outreach for the Hudson Senior Center.
Selectmen to consider reducing the No Parking Zone on the easterly side of Elm Drive southerly from Central St. from 120 feet to 75 feet.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve reducing the No Parking Zone on the easterly side of Elm Drive southerly from Central St. from 120 feet to 75 feet.
Selectmen to consider approval of the placement of stop signs at Lincoln St. northbound at Cox St. and Lincoln St. southbound at Packard St.
Mr. Blazar stated that full signalization has been recommended for this intersection and that the Town has applied for TIP (Transportation Improvement Plan) funding. The signalization will be state funded; however, this is a few years off. Mr. Bill Hopkins, 9 Byron Street, noted that this is a dangerous intersection and asked if there is anything that could be done to expedite the process. The Town feels that adding the stop signs may alleviate some of the problem in the meantime.
Mr. Greg Vahowski, 6 Wood Street, questioned the how appropriate it is for the Town to install signs on a state highway. Mr. Blazar said he would need to check with the state if see if permission would be required.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. Yates the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the placement of stop signs at Lincoln St. northbound at Cox St. and Lincoln St. southbound at Packard St. subject to state approval.
Selectmen to submitting a Letter of Intent in participating in an MAPC District Local Technical Assistance Project involving the creation of a Solar Panel Array on Town-owned property.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to submit a Letter of Intent to the MAPC.
Selectmen to consider release of Executive Session minutes for which the need to restrict disclosure has passed.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to pass over this agenda item to it’s next meeting.
Selectmen to consider approval of Snow & Ice Overdraft authority in the amount of $25,000.
One a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the Snow & Ice Overdraft in the amount of $25,000.
Selectmen to consider signing their 2011 Annual Report
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to a sign their 2011 Annual Report.
Mr. Yates asked for information regarding the use of separate water meters in Town for sprinkling. He asked if Mr. Blazar could provide him with the following information: Why separate water meters not allowed in the past? What other surrounding Towns have separate water meters? How would separate meters affect the rates in Town?
Mr. Yates also noted that he has been approached by several Town residents who have asked that the DPW clean up the skate park on South St.
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty, the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to note correspondence.
The Board voted unanimously by roll call to enter into executive session, not to return to public session, to discuss collective bargaining, as the discussion of these matters in open session may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town.
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn.
Document List – March 12, 2012
Document |
Location |
Public Session Minutes February 6, 2012 |
BOS Office |
Public Session Minutes February 27, 2012 |
BOS Office |
Relocation Petition for Houghton Street |
BOS Office |
Application for All Alcohol Pouring License from Karmichael Holdings, LLC |
BOS Office |
Application from Daigneaults Liquors for a new Directors & Stockholders for their package store license |
BOS Office |
Amend Entertainment License for Victor’s 50 Diner application |
BOS Office |
Application for Carnival from the Elks Club |
BOS Office |
Application for a One Entertainment License for the JHYSF |
BOS Office |
Memo, resumes of Karyn Michela, Kelly Dalton, Melissa Bryce and Linda Rahlmberg |
BOS Office |
Memo from Fire Chief for appointment of Marc A. Exarhopoulos to Permanent Full-Time Firefighter |
BOS Office |
Contract for Ana Terra-Salamao for Bi-Lingual Social Service Outreach for the Hudson Senior Center |
BOS Office |
Memo, Map for parking regulations amendment |
BOS Office |
Memo, Map for Stop Signs at Lincoln and Packard Streets |
BOS Office |
Letter to MAPC District re: Local Technical Assistance Project for Solar Panel Array |
BOS Office |
Unreleased Executive Session Minutes |
Unreleased – BOS Office |
Snow & Ice Overdraft memo from Public Works |
BOS Office |
2011 Annual Report – Board of Selectmen |
BOS Office |
Invitation to the Hudson Cultural Council 2011-2012 Awards Ceremony |
BOS Office |
Invitation to the Topping Off Ceremony at the David J. Quinn Middle School |
BOS Office |
Notice from Comcast of service enhancements and price adjustments |
BOS Office |
Action Alert from MMA re: FY13 Budget |
BOS Office |
Copy of Notice to Proceed on the Rte. 85 Reconstruction Project from MassHighway to J. Tropeano, Inc |
BOS Office |
Summary of January 2012 Mirick O’Connell bill for legal services |
BOS Office |
Copy of correspondence to Horseshoe Pub regarding Attorney General’s OUI Last Drink Report |
BOS Office |
Correspondence from Judith G. Salerno, Executive Director of Foundation for Metrowest |
BOS Office |
2012 Comcast Annual Notice |
BOS Office |
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