Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes –May 20, 2013
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Messieurs Lucy, Durant, Quinn, Blazar, and Cipriano. Ms. Santos was also present.
Public Session: April 29, 2013
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0-1 to approve the minutes. Mr. Quinn abstained.
Public Session: May 6, 2013
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the minutes.
Public Session: May 13, 2013
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the minutes.
Executive Session: April 29, 2013 Part I
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted by a margin of 2-0-1 to approve the minutes. Mr. Quinn Abstained.
Executive Session: April 29, 2013 Part II
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted by a margin of 2-0-1 to approve the minutes. Mr. Quinn Abstained.
Laurel Perry, 26 Hummock Way asked for a status regarding the cleaning of the cranberry well. Mr. Marques stated that the well will be cleaned and the contract to clean it is on the agenda this evening. If approved the contractor will begin work on Thursday and the well will be taken out of service during the cleaning, which is expected to take approximately two weeks. The well will only be put back in service after sufficient testing has been conducted. Ms. Perry then asked what would be the recourse if the water quality does not improve after the cleaning is done. Mr. Marques said that is not the anticipated outcome, however, other measures would have to be taken to get the water to a sufficient quality. He also cited concern for the fact that the
new filtration system will not be up and running for a year.
Al Tashian, 14 Hummock Way stated that in his opinion the water quality after cleaning is good for a short period of time and then goes back to its original state.
Mr. Durant explained that the Board is extremely concerned with the issue and is doing its best to correct the problem.
Arthur Redding, 3 Redco Road proposed that as these residents do not have drinkable water that they should not have to pay for it for the next year. Mr. Blazar noted that if the water goes through the pipes it is being metered and therefore charged to the resident. Mr. Durant stated that he has the utmost confidence that Mr. Marques and the engineers will do their best to correct the situation as soon as possible.
Mr. Marques stated that testing will be done on a monthly basis to ensure the water quality remains acceptable. If testing comes back that it is not within drinking water standards the DPW will request a new contract to clean the well.
- Meetings and Public Hearings – 7:00 PM:
- Licenses:
Selectmen to consider issuing a Hackney License to Lloyd A. Shear driver for Sunshine Taxi.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the license.
Selectmen to consider approval of a One-Day Pouring License and One-Day Outside Entertainment License to Hudson Park Commission - Hudson Business Association, for the Hudson Community Tent Dance at the former Aubuchon’s Municipal Parking Lot on South Street on June 1 from 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the licenses.
Selectmen to consider approval of a Carnival License to the Hudson Elks at 91 Park Street on July 3, 2013 through July 7, 2013.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted by a margin of 2-0-1 to approve the license. Mr. Durant Abstained.
Selectmen to consider approval of a Common Victualler License for DeMoula’s Supermarkets, Inc. d/b/a Market Basket at 8 Highland Commons East. Operating hours Mon- Sat 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sun 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the license.
Selectmen to consider issuing Ice Cream Truck Vendors Permits to the following applicants:
Company Name |
Driver Name |
Motion |
Seconded |
Vote |
Veebop |
Shayna Parker |
Lucy |
Durant |
3-0 |
Juniper Farms |
Jonathan Coletti |
Lucy |
Quinn |
3-0 |
Juniper Farms |
James S. Carvalho |
Lucy |
Durant |
3-0 |
Juniper Farms |
Cassia Landry |
Lucy |
Quinn |
3-0 |
Juniper Farms |
Eli B. Albanese |
Lucy |
Durant |
3-0 |
Juniper Farms |
Shawn P. Durkin |
No action |
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Selectmen to consider approval of appointment of Karley Searles, Linda Rahmberg and Kendra Brown as Part-Time Assistant Circulation Librarians at Grade NU-D, Step 1.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted by a margin of 2-0-1 to approve the appointments. Mr. Durant abstained.
Selectmen to consider approval of appointments of Robert Parisi and Thomas Rogers as Special Police Officers effective May 21, 2013.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the appointments.
Selectmen to consider reappointment of Paul Byrne to the Conservation Commission to a term expiring December 31, 2013.
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the reappointment.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign Mutual Aid Agreement for Investigative Assistance.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the agreement.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign contract with F G Sullivan Drilling Co., in the amount of $28,298 (LB) for Cleaning, Redevelopment and Pump Replacement of Cranberry Well.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the contract.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign contract with Five Oaks Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $392,967.60 (LB) for installation of 900 LF of 24” and 1,000 LF of 12” Water Main and Appurtenances in Chestnut, Lewis, and Main Streets.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the contract.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign contract with Hi-Way Safety Systems Inc. in the amount of $45,689.30 (LB) for traffic line painting and markings.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the contract.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign contracts with various vendors for FY2014 Materials for Public Works.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the contracts.
Selectmen to consider signing the Special State Election Warrant to be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2013.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to sign the Special State Election Warrant.
Selectmen to Sign Bond Anticipation Note in the amount of $474,527 to purchase Fire Pumper as approved at the 2012 Annual Town Meeting.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to sign Bond Anticipation Note.
Selectmen to discuss the appointment of Interim Executive Assistant.
Mr. Lucy read a written statement regarding the need to find a new permanent Executive Assistant. In his letter he noted that the quicker an interim assistant be named the better for the Town and its employees. He feels that uncertainty leads to an unstable work environment, especially during times of transition. Mr. Lucy moved to appoint and install Christopher Sandini as the interim EA. Mr. Durant seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Durant stated that this uncertainty has been difficult for Town employees and for this reason he is inclined to act tonight to appoint an interim EA. He agrees that Mr. Sandini is the best choice. Mr. Blazar agrees with the choice.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to appoint Mr. Christopher Sandini as Interim Executive Assistant effective 7/5/2013.
- Town Issues:
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to note correspondence.
Mr. Blazar indicated that the Owner of Hudson Creamery had called the office today and was looking to obtain an Outside Entertainment License for Saturday, May 25, 2013 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm for a fundraising event.
On a motion by Lucy, seconded to Mr. Durant the Board voted by a margin of 3-0 to approve the license subject to all regulation and requirements set by the Department Heads.
The Board voted unanimously by roll call to enter into executive session, not to return to public session, to discuss Collective Bargaining, and non-union personnel, as the discussion of these matters in open session may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town.
Document List-May 20, 2013
Document |
Location |
Public Session Minutes: April 29, 2013 |
BOS Office |
Public Session Minutes: May 6, 2013 |
BOS Office |
Public Session Minutes: May 13, 2013 |
BOS Office |
Executive Session Minutes: April 29, 2013 Part I |
BOS Office |
Executive Session Minutes: April 29, 2013 Part II |
BOS Office |
Hackney Driver License Application for Lloyd Shear |
BOS Office |
One-Day Pouring & Entertainment License application from Hudson Business Association |
BOS Office |
Carnival License application from Hudson Elks |
BOS Office |
Common Victualler License Application from Market Basket |
BOS Office |
Ice Cream Truck Vendors Applications: Shayna Parker, Jonathan Coletti, James Carvalho, Cassia Landry, Eli Albanese, Shawn Durkin |
BOS Office |
Appointment Memo for Karley Searls, Linda Rahmberg, and Kendra Brown as P-T Assistant Circulation Librarians |
BOS Office |
Appointment Memo for Robert Parisi and Thomas Rogers as Special Police Officers |
BOS Office |
Mutual Aid Agreement for Investigative Assistance |
BOS Office |
Contract with FG Sullilvan Driling Co. for cleaning, redevelopment and pump replacement of Cranberry Well |
BOS Office |
Contract with Five Oaks Construction for Water Main and Appurtenances in Chestnut, Lewis and Main Streets |
BOS Office |
Contract with hi-Way Safety Systems for traffic line painting & markings. |
BOS Office |
Procurements, bid results for FY14 Materials for Public Works |
BOS Office |
Special State Election Warrant; Tuesday, June 25, 2013 |
BOS Office |
Bond Anticipation Notes for the purchase of Fire Pumper |
BOS Office |
Notice of Bypass Appeal, Calvin Ahearn v. Town of Hudson |
BOS Office |
Notice from Massachusetts State Lottery Commission on Market Basket #73 application for a Keno License |
BOS Office |
Invitation to attend and march in the Memorial Day Parade on May 27, 2013 |
BOS Office |
Invitation to participate in the annual Holy Ghost procession on May 26, 2013 |
BOS Office |
Letter from Mr. David Rosolko regarding the discussion of BYOB (bring your own bottle) regulations |
BOS Office |
Notice from Regional Transportation Advisory Council |
BOS Office |
Verizon New England Inc. CTV Forms 200,400 and condensed consolidated balance sheet |
BOS Office |
Comcast CTV Forms 200, 300, 400 for fiscal year end 2012 |
BOS Office |
Letter from Superintendent Nawrocki requesting the Board to consider appointing a Hudson Representative to the Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District School Committee |
BOS Office |
Letter from Christopher Sandini, Director of Finance and IT/Town Account expressing his interest in filling the Interim Executive Assistant position |
BOS Office |
Community Preservation Committee application deadline notice |
BOS Office |
STARR’s Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (DVD, Report and Plans on file). |
BOS Office |
Letter to DEP from Director of Public Works regarding proposed Administrative Consent Order |
BOS Office |
Legal Opinion from Attorney Cipriano regarding Collins Center for Public Management |
BOS Office |
Note of resignation from Alyson Stone as Library Trustee, effective immediately |
BOS Office |
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