Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes–March 26, 2012
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Messieurs Durant, Vereault, McGourty, Yates, Blazar, and Cipriano. Ms. Santos & Ms. Burke were also present
Public Session: March 12, 2012
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the minutes.
Executive Session: March 12, 2012
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 3-0-1 to approve the minutes. Mr. Yates abstained.
- Citizen’s Issues:
- Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM:
Meeting with Representative Hogan to discuss ongoing state transportation projects in Hudson.
Rep. Hogan introduced Mike Hartnett to the Board. Mr. Hartnett is a construction engineer with MassDOT Division 3, he is here to update the Board on the upcoming infrastructure projects in Town.
Mr. Hartnett noted that the reconstruction of Route 85 has begun. The first phase will be the demolition of the Bonazzoli building. Once complete the next step will be to widen the west side of the road from Brigham Street all the way to the Broad Street intersection, they will then begin work on the opposite side of the road. It is anticipated that the project will be finished in 2013. Hour of construction will be between 9 AM and 3 PM.
Mr. Hartnett informed the Board that a contract for the work on the Houghton Street Bridge should be awarded by the early summer. It is estimated that the project should take approximately a year and a half to complete. Mr. Durant expressed his frustration and disappointment with the length of time that the bridge has been closed. He noted that in all the traffic patterns in Town will have been disrupted for a period of 15 to 20 years. He then asked if the Washington Street Bridge will be worked on at the same time. Mr. Hartnett assured him that work will not begin on Washington Street until the bridge on Houghton Street is complete.
Mr. Yates asked what the plan is for the Washington Street Bridge. Mr. Hartnett stated that they are looking at options that will have the least impact on the surrounding businesses. All of the scenarios do not have the bridge closing down.
Selectmen to continue hearing from March 12, 2012 on the relocation of five (5) utility poles on Houghton Street.
James Kennedy from Hudson Light & Power and Paul Schneider from Verizon were present to answer any questions that may arise. Mr. Vereault asked why the poles are being moved. Mr. Schneider explained that all of the DOT staging is on the western side of the road therefore the poles need to be relocated to the opposite side of the street.
Cindy Resendes, 30 & 32 Houghton Street expressed her concern for the way the poles will look. She said they will look very industrial and asked if they would be willing to plant trees. Mr. Blazar explained that annually the DPW gives away small trees for residents to plant and she is welcome to contact them to find out when they are available.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by M. Yates the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the relocation of 5 utility poles on Houghton Street as requested by Verizon New England and Hudson Light & Power.
Selectmen to consider approval of a live music entertainment license to The Park Commission for The Wood Park Concert Series to be held on Wednesdays between June 6 and August 15 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
On a motion by Mr. McGourty, seconded by Mr. Yates the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the license as requested.
Selectmen to consider approval of a live music entertainment license to The Park Commission for The Cellucci Park Pavilion Lunchtime Music Series to be held on Thursdays June 21, July 19, and August 16 between the hours of 11:15 AM and 1:45 PM.
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the license as requested.
Selectmen to consider approval of a change in operating hours for Burger King at 227 Washington St. from 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight) to 24 Hours per day effective March 28, 2012.
The Manager for Burger King was present and stated that the changes would give employees additional flexible hours, and only the drive thru will be open 24 hours a day.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the amendment of hours of operation as follows: Store hours 6:00AM-12:00 Midnight and the drive thru to be open 24 Hours per day.
Selectmen to consider nomination of Leslie Boardman and Jennifer Condon as Inspector and Deputy Inspector of Animals for the year ending April 30, 2013.
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the nominations.
Selectmen to consider reappointing Melchiore Saladino to the Board of Registrars for a three year term expiring on March 31, 2015.
On a motion by Mr. McGourty, seconded by Mr. Yates the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the reappointment.
Selectmen to consider approval of Change order #2 in the amount of $2000.00 with Russo-Barr for additional design services for the restoration at Fire Station 1.
On a motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the change order.
Selectmen to consider changing their FY13 budget recommendation for Pensions from $3,738,137 to $3,742,545.
On a motion by Mr. McGourty, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to approve the budget changes as requested.
Selectmen to consider waiving the town’s right of first refusal to purchase an affordable housing unit on Blueberry Lane.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 3-0-1. Mr. Yates abstained.
Selectmen to consider re-signing a Discharge of Mortgage, previously approved and signed on February 9, 2009 but not recorded by the Attorney of Record at the time.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. McGourty the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to re-sign the Discharge of Mortgage.
Selectmen to consider release of Executive Session minutes for which the need to restrict disclosure has passed.
Atty. Cipriano informed the Board that in reviewing the executive session minutes to be released he found that there were minutes which could relate to future strategies for collective bargaining as well as pending and contemporary litigation. He feels these minutes could qualify to remain unreleased. He suggested that Mr. Blazar furnish the Board with his recommendation.
Mr. Blazar noted that he was not prepared to give the Board a recommendation tonight and asked that this be continued to the next meeting.
The Board took no action.
Mr. Durant extended his congratulation to the Hudson High School Hockey Team for their Championship season, and he asked that the Board send a proclamation.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Yates the Board voted by a margin of 4-0 to send a proclamation to the Hudson High School Hockey Team.
Selectmen to consider issuance of a Proclamation in Honor of Earth Day.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. Yates the Board voted unanimously to sign and issue the Proclamation.
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. McGourty, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0-1 to note the correspondence, Mr. Yates abstained.
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
Document |
Location |
Public Session Minutes of 3/12/2012 |
BOS Office |
Executive Session Minutes: 3/12/12 |
BOS Office- Unreleased |
List of Current Transportation Projects |
BOS Office |
Pole Relocation Petition from L&P & Verizon |
BOS Office |
Verizon FIOS Annual Customer Notification |
BOS Office |
Memorandum regarding the use of multiple water meters |
BOS Office |
Notice from Comcast Infinity regarding Digital Network Enhancement |
BOS Office |
Invitation to march in the Memorial Day Parade |
BOS Office |
Notice of planned issuance of a Keno To Go license for Hudson Sunoco at 422 main St |
BOS Office |
Annual Report from the Middlesex County Sheriff |
BOS Office |
Memorandum and Order in Charles & Daniella Freeman V. Town of Hudson et. al |
BOS Office |
Copy of letter to MassDot from Chief Braga regarding hiring of flaggers for the Route 85/Washington Street reconstruction project |
BOS Office |
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