Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes –October 20, 2014
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Mr. Lucy, Mr. Vereault, Mr. Quinn, Mr. Duplisea and Mr. Moses. Also present were Attorney Cipriano and Ms. Santos. Mr. Durant was not present for part of the meeting.
Public Session: October 6, 2014
Mr. Lucy motioned to amend paragraph 3 to clarify that the Board indicated that a sunset date for the Blight Committee is needed. The motion was seconded by Mr. Vereault. The Board voted 3-0-1 to amend the minutes as proposed by Mr. Lucy. Mr. Quinn abstained.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. Lucy the Board voted 3-0-1 to approve the minutes as amended. Mr. Quinn abstained.
Dustin Hassard, 20 Stow Court informed the Board that he and his son Dustin are present to watch the meeting for his son’s boy scouting project.
- Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM:
Selectmen to conduct a hearing and consider approval of an application to transfer a Wine & Malt Package Store License to Yogini, Inc. d/b/a Apple Country Market for Monday through Saturday from 8:00AM-10:00PM and Sunday 10:00AM-10:00PM, at 118 Forest Avenue.
Attorney Sem Aykanian, representing the applicant gave a brief summary of his client and his proposed business. Attorney Aykanian indicated that there was an error in the hours of operation in the application and requested an amendment, he requested Monday through Thursday 8:00AM-10:00PM and Friday-Saturday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the transfer of the Wine & Malt Package Store License to Yogini, Inc. d/b/a Apple Country Market, and to amend the hours of operation for Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM -10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM -11:00 PM, at 118 Forest Avenue.
Selectmen to consider approval of a Class II Dealership License to Steven V. Yerardi d/b/a Affordable Auto Sales, at 442 Main Street.
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Vereault, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the Class II Dealership License to Steven V. Yerardi d/b/a Affordable Auto Sales at 442 Main Street for six vehicles as approved on plan dated 11/16/2014 by the Building Commissioner.
Selectmen to consider approval of amending the hours of operation for an Wine & Malt Package Store License, from Sunday 12:00PM - 11:00PM to Sunday 10:00AM – 11:00PM, for CSTK Corporation, d/b/a Tedeschi’s, located at 28 Cox Street, effective October 23, 2014.
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Vereault, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the amendment of hours of operation of Tedeschi’s as requested.
Selectmen to consider approval of amending the hours of operation for a Wine & Malt Package Store License, from Sunday 12:00PM - 11:00PM to Sunday 10:00AM – 11:00PM, for Shortstop General, Inc., d/b/a Shortstop General Store, located at 439 Main Street, effective October 23, 2014.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the amendment of hours of operation of Shortstop General Store as requested.
Selectmen to consider approval of amending the hours of operation for a Wine & Malt Package Store License, from Sunday 12:00PM - 11:00PM to Sunday 10:00AM – 11:00PM, for NACC Inc. d/b/a Buscemi’s Convenience Store, located at 275 Cox Street, effective October 23, 2014.
On a motion by Mr. , seconded by Mr. , the Board voted 5-0 to approve the amendment of hours of operation of Buscemi’s Convenience Store as requested.
Selectmen to consider approval of amending the hours of operation for a Wine & Malt Package Store License, from Sunday 12:00PM - 11:00PM to Sunday 10:00AM – 11:00PM, for Bacon Spirits Co., Inc. d/b/a Bacons Spirits, located at 234 Washington Street, effective October 23, 2014.
On a motion by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the amendment of hours of operation of Bacon Sprits Co., Inc. as requested.
Selectmen to consider approval of an Entertainment License to the Hudson Business Association for the Annual Downtown Stroll to be held on December 6, 2014.
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the Entertainment License to the HBA for the Annual Downtown Stroll to be held on December 6, 2014 at Town Hall.
Selectmen to consider re-appointment of Christopher Sandini as Town Accountant for a three year term, effective November 18, 2014.
Motioned by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Duplisea discussion commenced.
Mr. Lucy read from a memo supplied to the Board by Mr. Moses. In the memo he noted that the Town Accountant also holds the title of Finance Director in Hudson. He included a section of the Town By-Laws which explain that the accountant can also hold the title of Finance Director with the appointment from the Executive Assistant (EA) and subject to the confirmation of the Board of Selectmen. However the Town Accountant shall be appointed by the Board without the involvement of the EA. Mr. Lucy asked Mr. Moses to explain this.
Mr. Moses stated that the position of Town Accountant is a statutory requirement. The position of Finance Director is a relatively new one and in most Town’s the size of Hudson the Finance Director or Tax Collector is usually the Town Accountant.
Mr. Vereault questioned whether Finance Director should be a full time position, citing a discussion the auditors had with the Board regarding hiring another person in the Finance Department. Mr. Moses clarified that the auditors suggested giving the Town Accountant more support but not making the Finance Director of full time position. Mr. Lucy asked that Mr. Moses discuss this issue with the auditors and seek a recommendation from them about this.
Mr. Durant arrived and was present for part of the discussion.
The Board voted 4-1 to re-appointment Christopher Sandini as Town Accountant for a three year term effective 11/18/2014. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign contracts with various vendors, for snow plowing and snow hauling for 2014-2015 season.
Motioned by Mr. Vereault, seconded by Mr. Quinn discussion commenced.
Mr. Moses indicated that there are some inconsistencies on the bid tabulation sheets and requested the Board table this item to their next meeting.
Both Mr. Vereault and Mr. Quinn agreed to withdraw their motion.
Mr. Durant asked for an update regarding the status of the Houghton Street Bridge. Mr. Moses informed the Board that MassDot is awaiting abutter approval to complete repairs.
Mr. Durant also requested a status on the Cranberry Well. Mr. Moses indicated that the Well is on target to be back on line by December 31, 2014.
Mr. Vereault noted that an officer has been posted at the intersection of Forest Avenue, Main Street and Wilkins Street and he asked for an update. Mr. Moses stated that this is not a long term solution. The Police Chief and DPW Director are assessing the situation.
Mr. Lucy noted a follow up memo from Mr. Moses regarding the school zone speed limit signs. He indicated that all the flashing school zone signs are operational.
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted 5-0 to note correspondence.
The Board voted 4-1, by roll call, to adjourn and enter into executive session, not to return to public session, to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, seek advice of Counsel, if the Chair declares that an open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Document List – October 20, 2014
Document |
Location |
Public Session Minutes: October 6, 2014 |
BOS Office |
Wine & Malt Package Store Transfer application for Yogini Inc, d/b/a Apply Country Market |
BOS Office |
Class II License Application for Steven Yerardi d/b/a Affordable Auto Sales |
BOS Office |
Amend Hours – Wine & Malt Package Store – Tedeschi’s 28 Cox Street |
BOS Office |
Amend Hours – Wine & Malt Package Store – Shortstop General 439 Main Street |
BOS Office |
Amend Hours – Wine & Malt Package Store–Buscemi’s Convenience 275 Cox St. |
BOS Office |
Amend Hours – Wine & Malt Package Store- Bacon Spirits 234 Washington Street |
BOS Office |
Entertainment License DownTown Stroll – HBA, 12/6/14 |
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Re-appointment Memo for Christopher Sandini as Town Accountant |
BOS Office |
Procurement, bid documents for various Snow Plowing and Snow Hauling Vendors 2014-1015 season |
BOS Office |
Xfinity Notice regarding Municipal Emergency Reporting Procedures |
BOS Office |
Notice of Complete Streets Bike/Pedestrian Mobility Workshop |
BOS Office |
Invitation from MAPC to the Joint Housing Authority Collaboration Meeting, on October 30, 2014 |
BOS Office |
2014 MPO Ballot and election procedures for elected seats |
BOS Office |
Notice from Xfinity 3D |
BOS Office |
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