Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes – December 11, 2017
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Mr. Parent, Mr. Durant, Mr. Quinn, Mr. Lucy, Mr. Duplisea, and Mr. Moses. Also present were Attorney Cipriano and Ms. Santos.
Public Session Minutes – November 13, 2017
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the public session minutes of November 13, 2017.
Public Session Minutes – December 4, 2017
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Parent, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the public session minutes of December 4, 2017.
- Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM
Selectmen to conduct Tax Classification hearing to set property tax rates for fiscal year 2018, continued from December 4, 2017.
Present were Assessors McIntyre, Griffin and Bowen. Ms. Griffin stated that the Towns values have been approved by the Department of Revenue (DOR) for FY 18. As of January 1, 2017 the average single family home in Town is valued just under $350,000, this is compared to last year’s average of $332,000. The total value of the residential class increased by 6% compared to last year’s 8% increase, this excludes new homes.
The total value of the commercial/industrial class increased this year by 2%. New Growth, which is value that has been added to the tax base, is approximately $31,000,000 this equates to $760,000 in new revenue for the Town.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a Residential Factor of 0.870570 which will result in an approximate residential tax increase of 5.02%, a residential tax rate of $17.50 per thousand and a commercial/industrial rate of $35.18.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted 5-0 to approve an excess levy capacity of approximately $20,213.00.
Selectmen to conduct hearing on an application to install a new 40’ Class 2 wooden utility pole on South Street, continued from December 4, 2017.
Patrick Laverty of Hudson Light and Power explained that this pole will help support the new electric services for the proposed building at 7 South Street.
On a motion by Mr. Parent, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0-1 to approve the installation of a new 40’ Class 2 wooden utility pole on South Street. Mr. Quinn abstained.
Selectmen to consider approval of 2018 License renewals for all licensee’s that have met their requirements.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted 5-0 to approve the 2018 License renewals for all licensee’s that have met their requirements.
Selectmen to consider issuing a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales License to the Hudson Concord Elks at 91 Park Street from December 5, 2017 – December 24, 2017 from 8:00 AM to 11:00PM.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Parent, the Board voted 3-0-2 to issue a Christmas Tree & Wreath Sales License to the Hudson Concord Elks at 91 Park Street from December 5, 2017 – December 24, 2017 from 8:00 AM to 11:00PM. Mr. Duplisea and Mr. Durant abstained.
Selectmen to consider issuance of a Common Victualler’s License to Annette Mahon d/b/a Ariba Coffee at 246 Main Street from 6 AM – 3PM Monday – Friday and 7 AM – 3PM on Saturday and Sunday, license to expire on 12/31/2018.
On a motion by Parent, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted 5-0 to issue a Common Victualler’s License to Annette Mahon d/b/a Ariba Coffee at 246 Main Street from 6 AM – 3PM Monday – Friday and 7 AM – 3PM on Saturday and Sunday, license to expire on 12/31/2018.
Selectmen to consider approval of Fortune Teller/Tarot Card Reading License to Regina Swanton at 43 Broad Street for the hours of 10:00AM – 7:00PM.
On a motion by Mr. Parent, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a Fortune Teller/Tarot Card Reading License to Regina Swanton at 43 Broad Street for the hours of 10:00AM – 7:00PM.
Selectmen to consider issuance of a One–Day Wine & Malt Pouring License to Catherine Cardoso for a birthday party to be held on January 13, 2018 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board vote 5-0 to issue a One–Day Wine & Malt Pouring License to Catherine Cardoso for a birthday party to be held on January 13, 2018 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
Selectmen to consider approval of appointing Marc Exarhopoulos as temporary Lieutenant to fill in during a current Lieutenant’s extended absence, effective December 15, 2017.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Durant, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointment of Marc Exarhopoulos as temporary Lieutenant to fill in during a current Lieutenant’s extended absence, effective December 15, 2017.
Selectmen to consider advance of 3 weeks of sick leave to Anthony Andrews, W-6 Crew Leader for the DPW.
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to advance 3 weeks of sick leave to Anthony Andrews, W-6 Crew Leader for the DPW.
Selectmen to consider the approval of appointments for seasonal employees for the Recreation Department for the Fall/Winter 2017-2018 season.
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the appointments for seasonal employees for the Recreation Department for the Fall/Winter 2017-2018 season.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign a contract with Danziger & Markhoff in the amount of $8,330.00~for OPEB Actuarial Services.
On a motion by Mr. Parent, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Danziger & Markhoff in the amount of $8,330.00 for OPEB Actuarial Services.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign a contract with Black Bear Coatings & Concrete in the amount of $32,810.00 for the repair and restoration of the flooring at Fire Station One.
On a motion by Mr. Quinn, seconded by Mr. Parent, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Black Bear Coatings & Concrete in the amount of $32,810.00 for the repair and restoration of the flooring at Fire Station One.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign a contract with Inclusion Solutions in the amount of $16,944.50 for the purchase of new voting booths.
On a motion by Mr. Parent, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Inclusion Solutions in the amount of $16,944.50 for the purchase of new voting booths.
Selectmen to consider accepting a donation on behalf of the Trustee of the Robert Lloyd Corkin Foundation for the monthly entertainment in the Children’s Library in the amount of $1,500.00.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn, the Board voted 5-0 to accept a donation on behalf of the Trustee of the Robert Lloyd Corkin Foundation for the monthly entertainment in the Children’s Library in the amount of $1,500.00.
Selectmen to consider designating a member of the Board to serve on the Business Improvement District Board of Directors.
On a motion by Mr. Parent, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 4-0-1 to designate Mr. Quinn to serve on the Business Improvement District Board of Directors on behalf of the Board of Selectmen.
- Citizens’ Issues:
- Town Issues:
Mr. Quinn reminded residents that it is illegal to push/plow snow onto Town property such as sidewalks and streets.
Mr. Durant encouraged the Board to attend the dedication of the new DPW facility in honor of Joseph Rego.
Mr. Duplisea noted how nice the Christmas decorations look downtown and wanted to recognize all those who contributed.
Mr. Parent informed residents that there will be a recreational marijuana listening session on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 7-9PM in the Town Hall.
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
On a motion by Mr. Parent, seconded by Mr. Lucy, the Board voted 5-0 to note the correspondence of December 11, 2017.
Adjourn:
On a motion by Mr. Lucy, seconded by Mr. Duplisea, the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn it meeting of December 11, 2017 at 7:45 PM.
Document List – December 11, 2017
Document |
Location |
Public session minutes: 11/13/17 & 12/04/17 |
BOS Office |
Tax Classification presentation |
BOS Office |
Pole Hearing petition |
BOS Office |
License renewal memo |
BOS Office |
License application – Elks |
BOS Office |
License application – Ariba Coffee |
BOS Office |
License application – Regina’s Connection |
BOS Office |
License application – One Day Pouring |
BOS Office |
Appointment memo – Mark Exharhopolous |
BOS Office |
Advance sick leave memo – Anthony Andrews |
BOS Office |
Seasonal employees memo – Recreation Dept. |
BOS Office |
Contract – Actuarial Services |
BOS Office |
Contract – Fire Station One flooring |
BOS Office |
Contract – Voting booths |
BOS Office |
Donation memo |
BOS Office |
Letter from Governor Baker regarding grant award. |
BOS Office |
Comcast letter – International Channel Package Launch |
BOS Office |
Confirmation from DHCD regarding receipt of BID petition. |
BOS Office |
Memo from HHA regarding motion to hire Executive Director. |
BOS Office |
MIIA FY 18 Management Grant Acknowledgement. |
BOS Office |
Invitation to the DPW building dedication ceremony. |
BOS Office |
Press – Hudson Recreation Community Vision Workshops. |
BOS Office |
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