Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes – April 10, 2017
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Mr. Parent, Mr. Quinn, Mr. Lucy, Mr. Durant and Mr. Moses. Also present were Attorney Cipriano and Ms. Santos.
Public Session Minutes: March 27, 2017
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the public session minutes of March 27, 2017.
Public Session Minutes: April 3, 2017
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the public session minutes of April 3, 2017.
Executive Session Minutes: April 3, 2017
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the executive session minutes of April 3, 2017.
Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM:
Senator Eldridge and Representative Hogan will present an update on the State Budget.
Senator Eldridge highlighted some of his budget priorities for FY18. One of his priorities is an increase in the state match for community preservation act funds from 20% to 50%. He also noted that protecting local aid and chapter 70 monies are always a priority for him.
Representative Hogan briefly outlined the House Budget for FY18. She explained that Hudson received a 3.9% increase in local aid. Chapter 70 funds also saw an increase it was small (.7%) but an increase all the same. She stated that she will continue to work on the Hudson shuttle service in hopes that it could become permanent as it has been a very successful program.
Mr. Lucy asked both to look into passing a “Lifeline Law” which gives under aged drinkers the ability to call for help if someone is in danger due to too much alcohol consumption without repercussions.
Mr. Durant expressed concern for the opioid crisis in Town and asked that they continue to keep this tragic issue a priority.
There was a brief discussion regarding the “opt-out” option regarding recreational use of marijuana. It was noted that the other Towns that have taken this option did not vote in favor of the referendum however Hudson did. The Board asked to be kept informed.
Mr. Moses thanked both for all of the services they have brought to Town as well as their presence in Town.
Selectmen to conduct a joint meeting with members of the Trustees of Benevolent Funds to consider appointing a new member to fill the position vacated by the death of Hugo Guidotti.
Dianne Buchanan and Barbara Gustafson nominated Robert O’Malley to fill the position.
On a motion made by Mrs. Buchanan, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board and the Trustees of Benevolent Funds voted 6-0 to appoint Robert O’Malley to fill the position vacated by the death of Hugo Guidotti.
Selectmen to consider renewals of Mid-Year Licenses for those licensees who have met all requirements for renewal.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the consider renewals of Mid-Year Licenses for those licensees who have met all requirements for renewal.
Selectmen to consider approval of a change of name for a Common Victualler’s License from North End Pizzeria to Giorgio’s Italian Pizzeria located at 118 Forest Avenue.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the change of name for a Common Victualler’s License from North End Pizzeria to Giorgio’s Italian Pizzeria located at 118 Forest Avenue.
Selectmen to consider issuance of a One–Day Wine & Malt Pouring License to Eric B. Roiter for a B’Nai Mitzvah to be held on May 20, 2017 between the hours of 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted 4-0 to approve a One–Day Wine & Malt Pouring License to Eric B. Roiter for a B’Nai Mitzvah to be held on May 20, 2017 between the hours of 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
Selectmen to consider granting of Live Entertainment Licenses to the Park Commission/Recreation Department for:
- Wood Park Concert Series June 14, 2017– August 2, 2017 6:30PM-8:30PM.
- Cellucci Park Pavilion Lunchtime Concert Series 6/22, 7/13 & 8/3 from 12:00 – 1:00PM (set up 11:30 AM, tear down by 2:00 PM)
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to approve Live Entertainment Licenses to the Park Commission/Recreation Department for Wood Park Concert Series June 14, 2017– August 2, 2017 6:30PM-8:30PM.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to approve Live Entertainment Licenses to the Park Commission/Recreation Department for Cellucci Park Pavilion Lunchtime Concert Series 6/22, 7/13 & 8/3 from 12:00 – 1:00PM (set up 11:30 AM, tear down by 2:00 PM).
Selectmen to consider approving an increase of 13% in sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2018.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0 to approve an increase of 13% in sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2018.
Mr. Quinn requested that Mr. Moses look into any licensing agreements in Town that allow for private use of public parking spots for things such as dumpsters and the like.
Mr. Quinn then asked if the Internal Traffic Committee could look at the intersection of Marlboro Street and Forest Avenue, specifically the timing of the light.
Mr. Quinn asked about the water ban as he noted that the level V ban is still on. Mr. Moses explained that at its next meeting the Board will be asked by Director Ryder to approve a level IV ban to start the season.
Mr. Parent made a recommendation that Mr. Moses prepare a report that provides a short term and a long term approach to the parking problem. He then noted that the downtown rotary study, the master plan, the community development plan and the Hudson Business Association plan should be combined to offer a more comprehensive look at the parking. Mr. Moses stated that even with all these plans an action plan has yet to be created. The Board supported this request.
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
Mr. Quinn stated that Hannaford’s will be permanently closing on May 26, 2017. He also noted that Brian Stearns has invited the Board to attend a ceremony in honor of the Town’s Veterans. All Veterans family and friends are welcome as well as the Towns of Berlin, Bolton and Stow.
Mr. Lucy noted that the Town was not awarded the DHCD grant for the Downtown Initiative Technical Assistance Program for FY2017. Mr. Moses stated that the request was to extend and fund the existing contract for an additional year.
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0 to accept the correspondence of April 10, 2017.
- Executive Session:
- Adjourn:
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 4-0 to adjourn it meeting of April 10, 2017 at 7:45 PM.
Document List- April 10, 2017
Public Session Minutes March 27, 2017 |
Location |
Public Session Minutes April 3, 2017 |
BOS Office |
Executive Session Minutes April 3, 2017 |
BOS Office |
Memo regarding appointment of Robert O’Malley |
BOS Office |
Budget Letter from Senator Eldridge |
BOS Office |
Budget presentation from Representative Hogan |
BOS Office |
Mid-Year License Renewal Memo |
BOS Office |
License Application – Giorgio’s Italian Pizzeria |
BOS Office |
License Application – One Day Wine & Malt |
BOS Office |
License Application – Concert Series Wood/Cellucci Park |
BOS Office |
MassDot notice of Chapter 90 funding apportionment for FY2018 |
BOS Office |
Letter from Eversource regarding ongoing union negotiations with United Steel Workers |
BOS Office |
Correspondence from DHCD regarding Downtown Initiative Technical Assistance Program Grant for FY2017 |
BOS Office |
Letter from Jim Hamilton, VP Hannaford’s |
BOS Office |
Notice of hearing letter from ABCC for Hudson Amvets regarding gambling violation |
BOS Office |
Invitation from Veteran’s Agent Brian Steans to attend a ceremony to honor local area veterans. |
BOS Office |
Notice from Director of Planning regarding Planning Board vote for Article 27 and 28 on the May 2017 Town Meeting warrant. |
BOS Office |
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