Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes –June 2, 2014
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Mr. Lucy, Mr. Durant, Mr. Quinn, Mr. Duplisea, Mr. Vereault, and Mr. Moses. Attorney Cipriano and Ms. Santos were also present.
The Chairman made the following motion:
“I make a Privileged motion to add to our Agenda under the Town Issues 9A: Selectmen to consider a separate November Town Meeting Warrant Article to add $198,000 to the School Department’s funds to spend”. The Board voted 4-1. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Public Session: May 19, 2014
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 4-0-1 to approve the minutes. Mr. Vereault abstained.
- Citizens’ Issues:
- Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM:
Selectmen to reconvene a hearing on the application received from Robert S. Carvalhaes and Jose R. Milane d/b/a Hudson Auto Sales for a Class II License for buying or selling second hand motor vehicles at 4 School Street, Monday through Friday 9:00am-6:00pm.
Attorney Moreira, representing the applicant was present and summarized the request for a Class II license. Attorney Moreira stated that the applicant is requesting 14 spaces as previous Class II license holders had and that the applicant does has a maintenance agreement with an off site business to handle all repairs, no maintenance of vehicle to be done at the license premise.
Attorney Moreira and the Board answered questions from abutters, concerning parking issues and traffic on School Street.
On a motion by the Chairman, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted 5-0 to close the hearing.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to grant the license to Hudson Auto Sales at 4 School Street, Monday through Saturday 9:00am – 6:00pm.
Selectmen to conduct a hearing on a transfer of a Wine & Malt Alcohol Pouring license to Paul S. Stone, Jr., President of Main Street Restaurants, Inc. d/b/a Villa Pizza at 246 Main Street.
The Chairman opened the hearing and asked the applicant if employees were TIPS or ServSafe certified. The applicant indicated that all employees will be TIPS certified.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted 5-0 to close the hearing.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to approve the transfer to Villa Pizza.
Selectmen to consider issuing a Hackney Driver License to Ryan R. Butland driver for Sunshine Taxi.
No motion made.
Selectmen to consider issuing a Hackney Driver License to Scott Silveira driver for Sunshine Taxi.
No motion made.
Selectmen to consider issuing a Hackney Driver License to Jon W. Kalagian driver for Sunshine Taxi.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy the Board voted 4-1 to grant the license to Mr. Kalagian. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Ms. Laura Elsheimer, owner of Sunshine Taxi was present and requested the Board reconsider their decision to not approve licenses for Mr. Butland and Mr. Silveira. Ms. Elsheimer cited positive customer reviews as well as the gentlemen’s work ethic as reasons they should have been granted the licenses.
The Board took no further action on items 5a & 5b.
Selectmen to consider approval of an Outdoor Entertainment License to the Hudson Public Schools for a Band Concert at the Music Shell in Wood Park by students grades 4 and 5 on June 10, 2014 from 3:00PM until 9:00PM.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to approve the license.
Selectmen to consider appointment of Mr. Christopher Tibbals as Full Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 4-1 to appoint Mr. Tibbals. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Selectmen to note the retirement of Lillian Beland from the position of Records Clerk from the Hudson Police Department.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy the Board voted 5-0 to note the retirement and to send a letter of appreciation.
Selectmen to consider approval of appointments of Seasonal Employees for the Department of Public Works.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Seasonal Employees for the Department of Public Works.
Selectmen to consider approval of the renewal of a personal services contract with David Stephens, Police Chief, for the period July 31, 2014 through July 30, 2017.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Vereault, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the renewal of the personal service contract with David Stephens.
Selectmen to consider approval of appointment of Joseph Espie as a Full Time Police Officer effective September 8, 2014.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Joseph Espie.
Selectmen to note the retirement of Michael Schreiner from the Hudson Police Department.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to note the retirement and to send a letter of appreciation.
Selectmen to note the resignation of Brittany Aker as Part-Time Dispatcher from the Police Department.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign contracts with various vendors for FY2015 Materials for Public Works.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 4-0-1 to approve the contracts. Mr. Vereault abstained.
Selectmen to consider award and authorization to sign a contract with Nelson/Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $59,996 for Parking Consulting Services, with the contract and phasing of the project to be subject to receipt of the private matching funds.
Charles Randall, member of the Hudson Business Association (HBA) explained that this is a scaled down version of the parking study which would reduce the cost by nearly half. The HBA has committed to raise at least $20,000 toward the study.
Mr. Vereault asked that Ms. Shea explain why of the three bids received why was the one chosen not the lowest. Ms. Shea informed the Board that this process is not based on price but on experience and quality of work and the firm chosen was by far the best suited to work with the town. Mr. Vereault also noted that there was a rushed feeling to this process. Ms. Shea stated that parking is seasonal and the aim here is to get good samples of the parking before summer holidays are in full swing.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 4-1 to approve the contract. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Selectmen to consider award and authorization to sign contract with Jasco Electric Inc. in the amount of $81,000 for supply and install 3 motors, 3 variable frequency drivers, 1 sensor and all appurtenances for Wastewater Treatment Facility.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to approve the contract.
Selectmen to consider authorizing the Chairman to sign MGL Chapter 268A §19 Disclosure form submitted by Cora Arsenault on May 1, 2014.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Disclosure.
Selectmen to vote to sign a letter to Senator Edward Markey, Congresswoman Tsongas and Center for Disease Control & Prevention, requesting their support and action regarding changes in federal chronic disease funding.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 approve the signing of the letters.
Selectmen to consider approval of creating a new position titled Supervisor of Communications and Records for the Police Department.
Mr. Vereault asked Chief Stephens if the Supervisor would be a Police Officer. Chief Stephens indicated that the position would be filled by a civilian.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy the Board voted 5-0 to approve the creation of the new position of Supervisor of Communications and Records.
Selectmen to approve two petitions for special acts for additional liquor licenses.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Vereault the Board voted 5-0 to approve both petitions for the special acts for the additional liquor licenses.
Selectmen to consider setting a fee for a Farmer Series Pouring Permit.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 4-1 to set a fee in the amount of $200 for a Farmer Series Pouring Permit. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Selectmen to consider accepting donations from various organizations in the amount of $4,050 for the Annual Golf Tournament.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to accept the donations and to thank all the donors for their contributions.
Selectmen to consider accepting a donation from Star Touring & Riding Chapter 239 in the amount of $659.83 for Veterans Programs.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to accept the donation and to send a letter of appreciation.
Selectmen to consider approval of transfer of funds in the amount of $2,253 from the General Insurance account to the Council on Aging Electricity Expense account.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy the Board voted 5-0 to approve the transfer of funds in the amount of $2,253 as requested.
Selectmen to discuss their Annual Meeting Schedule.
The Chairman requested amending their Annual Schedule by changing the July 28, 2014 meeting to July 21, 2014, and that the August 11, 2014 be held on August 4, 2014.
Mr. Durant’s only concern is that he would not be able to attend the 8/4/14 meeting.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 4-1 to amend their annual meeting schedule. Mr. Vereault opposed.
July 28, 2014 Meeting to be rescheduled to July 21, 2014
August 11, 2014 Meeting to be rescheduled to August 4, 2014
Selectmen to consider the separate Special Town Meeting warrant article to approve an additional $198,000 to the previously approved school department budget for FY15.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted by 5-0 to commence discussion regarding the School Department budget.
Mr. Lucy noted that this amount will be added to the previously approved and agreed upon amount of $297,000 which will also be appearing on the November Town Meeting warrant. Mr. Lucy then read from an article that appeared in the local newspaper the previous week. The article stated that if the Selectmen do not make the additional amount available to the School Department that they, the School Department, “will need to significantly reduce staff”. The article went on to say that if they amount is approved then department layoffs will be avoided.
Dr. Lyons explained that due to a state statute any potential layoffs must be communicated to staff by June 13 of the year, making this issue very time sensitive. Dr. Lyons stated that over the past six years the Town has received significant aide from Federal stimulus money and Chapter 70 however with the money necessary to staff the new Middle School there is a shortfall this year.
Mr. Lucy asked Dr. Lyons if he could confirm that if the Board approved the request that there will be no classroom layoffs of teachers or classroom aids due to budgetary issues. Dr. Lyons stated that “to the extent of everything known at this moment” he does expect this to hold true but he noted that he cannot make an unqualified statement as there are many different factors that could impact this. Mr. Lucy pressed him for a firmer commitment. Dr. Lyons then said if the additional funds are approved he could say with certainty that the final School Committee budget that will be voted on January 24, 2015 will not include any reductions in positions.
There was a lengthy discussion regarding funding sources and the history of the School Departments funding. There was also an in depth discussion regarding school choice. Dr. Lyons stated that if the projections for school choice, when fully calculated, are above expected then they would amend the warrant article to reflect this at Town Meeting. Mr. Lucy would like to amend the motion in order to reflect this. Dr. Lyons agreed.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Vereault, the Board voted by a margin of 5-0 to include a warrant article on the November Special Town Meeting to approve an additional $198,000 to the previously approved School Department FY 15 budget, however if the final school choice balances turn out to be more than $1,730,000 as of June30, 2014 then the positive difference will be used to reduce the $198,000 subject of this motion.
Mr. Lucy would like signage to indicating public parking be added on Main Street. Ms. Kerin Shea indicated that signage requirements were included in the Request For Proposals for the parking study.
- Proclamations:
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted 5-0 to note correspondence.
- Executive Session:
- Adjourn:
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn.
Document List 6/2/14
Document |
Location |
Public Session Minutes of May 19, 2014 |
BOS Office |
Class II License application and related documents from Hudson Auto Sales |
BOS Office |
Wine & Malt Alcohol Pouring License application and related documents for Villa Pizza |
BOS Office |
Hackney Driver License Application from Ryan Butland |
BOS Office |
Hackney Driver License Application from Scott Silveira |
BOS Office |
Hackney Driver License Application from Jon Kalagian |
BOS Office |
Outdoor Entertainment License application for band concert at Wood park |
BOS Office |
Appointment memo for Christopher Tibbals as full member of the ZBA |
BOS Office |
Retirement memo from Lillian Beland |
BOS Office |
Appointment memo for Season Employees for DPW |
BOS Office |
Personal Services Contract for David Stephens |
BOS Office |
Appointment Memo for Joseph Espied as Full Time Police Officer |
BOS Office |
Retirement memo for Michael Schreiner |
BOS Office |
Resignation memo for Brittany Aker |
BOS Office |
Memo, Procurement and bid documents for Various vendors for FY15 materials for DPW |
BOS Office |
Nelson/Nygaard Consulting Contract for parking study |
BOS Office |
Jasco Electric Contract and related documents |
BOS Office |
Disclosure form (MGL 268A section 19) for Cora Arsenault |
BOS Office |
Letter to Senator Markey, Congresswoman Tsongas and Center for Disease Control regarding federal chronic disease funding |
BOS Office |
Creating new position of Supervisor of Communications and Records documents |
BOS Office |
Petitions for Special Acts for additional liquor licenses |
BOS Office |
Setting fee for Farmer Series Pouring Permit documents |
BOS Office |
Donation memo for Annual Golf Tournament |
BOS Office |
Donation memo for Veterans Programs |
BOS Office |
Memo for transfer of funds |
BOS Office |
BOS annual meeting schedule |
BOS Office |
Correspondence from Michael Nanartowich, Co-President of HEA requesting a meeting with the Chairman of Board of Selectmen |
BOS Office |
Memo from Joan Wordell regarding Election Reform H3788 |
BOS Office |
Memo from Executive Assistant regarding Blight Action |
BOS Office |
Memo from Executive Assistant regarding Water Testing results |
BOS Office |
Formal letter of intent as required pursuant to the Economic Development Incentive Program (EDIP), from Hudson Lock LLC |
BOS Office |
Invitation to march in the Holy Ghost (St. Michael’s) Procession on June 15, 2014 |
BOS Office |
Notice from the Central Mass Mosquito Control Project |
BOS Office |
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