Hudson's main governing board. Sets town policy, approves major contracts, and makes key appointments.
280 items across 22 meetings.
July 7, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine meeting opening.
📋 Proposed
Filling the tenant-designated seat on the Hudson Housing Authority Board of Commissioners through May 9, 2031.
📋 Proposed
Appointing Kathleen Smith to serve as a Town Constable.
📋 Proposed
Confirming seasonal staff for the Public Library's 2026 summer season.
📋 Proposed
Confirming Christos Pelletier as seasonal Cemetery Division help, effective July 8, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Confirming Giovanna DaCosta as a seasonal lifeguard for the Recreation Department, effective July 8, 2026.
📋 Proposed
$319,350.55 contract with N. Cibotti, Inc. to repair/replace the sewer force main connecting the Main Street Pump Station to the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
💰 $319,350.55
📍 Main Street Pump Station / Wastewater Treatment Facility
📋 Proposed
BID representatives will present a request for additional alcohol pouring licenses in the downtown district.
📋 Proposed
Board and Finance Committee to discuss a strategy for reviewing the Town's fiscal operations and potentially authorize such a review.
📋 Proposed
Board to discuss and act on creating a committee to conduct the search for a new Town Manager.
• Status unclear
Routine meeting adjournment.
June 8, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine meeting opening.
📋 Proposed
Approval of two prior public session minutes.
📋 Proposed
State Rep. Kate Hogan will brief the Board on current legislative matters affecting Hudson.
📋 Proposed
New used-vehicle dealer license sought by Iara Silva of Prime Auto Sales LLC at 469 River Road.
📋 Proposed
Single Event Entertainment License for Hudson PD's National Night Out on August 4, 2026, 5–8 PM at Guidotti Field, 121 Chapin Road.
📋 Proposed
Transient vendor license for Sarah Cressy for the Hudson Community Fest, June 13, 9 AM–3:30 PM, on South Street Avidia Lot, South Street, and Cellucci Park.
📋 Proposed
Single Event Entertainment License for the Hudson Community Fest, June 13, 9 AM–3:30 PM, South Street Avidia Lot and Cellucci Park.
📋 Proposed
Seasonal transient vendor license for Sarah Cressy for the Farmers Market, Tuesdays June 16–September 22, 2026, 3:30–6 PM.
📋 Proposed
Single Event Entertainment License for the Farmers Market, Tuesdays June 16–September 22, 2026, 3:30–6 PM.
📋 Proposed
Alcohol and entertainment licenses requested for Celebrate Hudson on September 19, 2026, 1–8 PM at 30 South Street.
📋 Proposed
Board to set a new $50 license fee for Junk Dealer Licenses.
💰 $50.00 license fee
📋 Proposed
Appointment of Jonathan McDowell as Firefighter/EMT at Firefighter Step 1, effective June 9, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Appointment of Odalys Torres as Treasurer Collector for a three-year term, May 19, 2026–May 18, 2029.
📋 Proposed
Appointment of Jeff Atwater as back-up bus driver for the Council on Aging, effective June 9, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Temporary part-time administrative assistant for the Fire Department, effective April 6, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Temporary Payroll/Benefits Coordinator appointment, effective May 18, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Temporary HR/Benefits assistance appointment, effective April 14, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Confirmation of multiple seasonal Recreation Department employees for Summer 2026.
📋 Proposed
Seasonal Engineering/Street Division Intern appointment, effective June 9, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Attorney William Solomon to serve as special counsel for the Verizon cable license renewal, effective July 1, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Fire Department authorized to apply for the 2026 federal Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
📋 Proposed
Contract award to Coastal EMS for town ambulance services; Town Manager authorized to sign.
📋 Proposed
Chemical supply contracts for FY27 water treatment awarded: aluminum sulfate $1.78/gal, potassium hydroxide $0.3325/wet lb, sodium bisulfite $0.3181/wet lb, sodium hypochlorite $0.2442/wet lb; hydrofluorosilicic acid from Univar at market price (under $10,000).
💰 Multiple unit-price contracts; hydrofluorosilicic acid under $10,000
📍 Chestnut and Gates Pond water facilities
📋 Proposed
Road and infrastructure supply contracts awarded for FY27: bituminous concrete $79.95/ton, cold patch $162.90/ton, traffic line painting $28,857.83, water quality testing $43,672.50, and others.
💰 Traffic line painting $28,857.83; water quality testing $43,672.50; various per-ton rates
📋 Proposed
Amendment No. 2 (Phase 3) to the TRANE energy management agreement covers repairs to the Hudson High School roof.
📍 Hudson High School
📋 Proposed
Board to consider revisions to its public comment policy.
📋 Proposed
Board to receive an update on the town's free cash certification, a key figure in setting the budget.
📋 Proposed
Library will update the Board on the state Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program grant-funded building project.
📍 Hudson Public Library
📋 Proposed
Planning Director to discuss two zoning articles proposed by Dr. Sara Frost for the November 2026 Town Meeting; details not yet specified in agenda.
• Status unclear
Open floor for resident comments.
• Status unclear
Board to note three items of correspondence: Lake Boon Improvement Association newsletter, an email about police conduct and records compliance, and an email about financial management goals for the Town Manager.
• Status unclear
Closed session; topics not disclosed in agenda.
June 1, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
Meeting called to order via Zoom at 12:00 PM with four members present.
✅ Approved
Approved sale of $29,965,505 in Bond Anticipation Notes (BANs — short-term municipal borrowing) at 4.00%, dated June 10, 2026; Finance Director confirmed no unbudgeted new expense.
💰 $29,965,505 at 4.00% interest
✅ Approved
Board voted 4-0 to formally endorse the Board of Health's unanimous denial of BP Trucking's transfer station expansion application and declared the Town will not join or fund any appeal of that decision.
✅ Approved
Attorney Matthew Connolly authorized 4-0 to represent the Board of Health if BP Trucking appeals the transfer station denial; appeal period begins when documents are formally served.
✅ Approved
Approved updated Sustainable Purchasing Policy to preserve eligibility for additional grant funding; Health Director noted the change formalizes existing practices without overhauling procurement.
✅ Approved
Meeting adjourned at 12:30 PM.
June 1, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine meeting opening.
📋 Proposed
Board to vote on issuing $29,965,505 in 4.00% Bond Anticipation Notes (short-term municipal borrowing) dated June 10, 2026, and sign closing documents.
💰 $29,965,505 at 4.00% interest
📋 Proposed
Board to decide whether to hire special legal counsel to represent the Board of Health if BP Trucking appeals the rejected transfer station modification.
📋 Proposed
Board of Health unanimously rejected BP Trucking's request to modify its transfer station site assignment as a danger to health, safety, and the environment; Select Board to discuss and consider action ahead of an expected appeal.
📋 Proposed
Board to consider revisions to the Town's Sustainable Purchasing Policy.
• Status unclear
Routine meeting close.
May 18, 2026 · minutes
🗳️ Voted on
Steven Sharek elected Chair, Lauren DuBreuil Vice Chair, and Patrick Thayer Clerk, all 4-0.
✅ Approved
Routine approval of four prior session minutes, all 4-0.
✅ Approved
Approved outdoor entertainment license for Medusa's Beer Garden at 1 Houghton St, Tue–Sun with varying hours.
📍 1 Houghton Street
✅ Approved
Approved six summer morning concerts (10–11 AM) at Cellucci Park Gazebo, 23 Houghton St, June–August 2026.
📍 23 Houghton Street
✅ Approved
Approved five evening concerts (5–9 PM) at Wood Park, 65 Park St, June–August 2026.
📍 65 Park Street
✅ Approved
Approved wine sales in sealed containers at the Farmers Market every Tuesday, June 16–September 22, 2026, 3:30–6 PM.
✅ Approved
Approved Hudson Cultural Alliance Battle of the Bands on June 5, 2026, 4–6:30 PM at 35 Washington St.
📍 35 Washington Street
✅ Approved
Confirmed appointment of Wendy LaFlamme as Special Traffic Control Officer, effective May 22, 2026.
✅ Approved
Three new certified patrol officers — Kaio Calazans, Jeremy LaCroix, and Jordan Monts — confirmed at Patrol Union P-1, effective June 1, 2026.
✅ Approved
Appointed Odalys Torres as Treasurer Collector (Non-Union M10 Step 2) for a three-year term, effective May 19, 2026.
✅ Approved
Confirmed Rajitha Purimetla as part-time temporary Stormwater Consultant (no benefits), effective May 26, 2026, while the full-time position remains vacant.
✅ Approved
Confirmed Brandon Bryson as Laborer/Truck Driver in Training at W1 Step 1 for DPW.
🔄 Postponed
Board passed over (tabled) proposed revisions to the seasonal salary schedule after discussing budget implications and user fees.
✅ Approved
Confirmed summer 2026 Recreation Department seasonal staff; roughly two-thirds funded by the budget.
✅ Approved
Confirmed part-time seasonal Community Service Officers for summer; funded by reallocation of existing police funds, will appear at large town events.
✅ Approved
Confirmed seasonal DPW employees for summer 2026; few applications were received.
✅ Approved
Paul Kerrigan and Alden Araujo both promoted from Laborer to W6 Step 1 Crew Leader in the Streets division, effective May 19, 2026.
✅ Approved
Joe Chaves transferred from W6 Crew Leader in Streets to W6 Crew Leader in Water/Sewer division.
✅ Approved
Board accepted the first-ever Town Manager performance review 3-0-1 (Thayer abstained); next step is establishing SMART goals and quarterly reports.
✅ Approved
Ratified a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Hudson Police Superior Officers' Association / MCOP Local 433, 4-0.
💬 Discussed
Finance Director briefed the board on FY2025 free cash certification progress and DOR submission status; no vote taken.
✅ Approved
Board authorized Town Manager to communicate concerns about lower-than-expected FY27 state local aid projections to Rep. Hogan and Sen. Eldridge.
💬 Discussed
Resident Tony Marques, 128 Parmenter Rd, raised concerns about Chapter 90 road funding and indirect costs; no board action taken.
📍 128 Parmenter Road
💬 Discussed
Bemis flagged an MEPA (state environmental) review underway for the 75 Reed Rd development.
📍 75 Reed Road
💬 Discussed
Thayer noted an upcoming public information session on Main Street Dam demolition.
📍 Main Street Dam
💬 Discussed
A special election to fill the open Select Board seat is scheduled for September.
💬 Discussed
Future agenda items flagged: upcoming EMS contract discussion and a draft public comment policy.
💬 Discussed
Sharek flagged future Data Center discussions; DuBreuil noted Finance Committee interest cards accepted at the Select Board office.
✅ Approved
Board noted invitations to the Memorial Day Parade (May 25), Atlas Dental ribbon cutting (May 20), Main Street Dam removal public sessions, and a school payroll assistance letter.
✅ Approved
Meeting adjourned at 8:58 PM.
May 18, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Board reorganizes at the start of the meeting.
📋 Proposed
Approval of public and executive session minutes from four prior meetings.
📋 Proposed
Annual entertainment license for Medusa's outdoor beer garden at 1 Houghton Street, open Tuesday–Sunday with varying hours.
📍 1 Houghton Street
📋 Proposed
Single-event entertainment license for six summer morning concerts (10–11 AM) at Cellucci Park Gazebo on June 11 through August 20, 2026.
📍 23 Houghton Street, Cellucci Park Gazebo
📋 Proposed
Single-event entertainment license for five evening concerts (5–9 PM) at Wood Park on June 10 through August 5, 2026.
📍 65 Park Street, Wood Park
📋 Proposed
Special license for Aaronap Cellars to sell bottled wine for off-site consumption at the Hudson Farmers Market, Tuesdays June 16–September 22, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Single-event entertainment license for a Battle of the Bands on June 5, 2026 (4–6:30 PM) at 35 Washington Street.
📍 35 Washington Street
📋 Proposed
Wendy LaFlamme appointed as Special Traffic Control Officer for Hudson PD, effective May 22, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Kaio Calazans, Jeremy LaCroix, and Jordan Monts appointed as full-time certified patrol officers (Union P-1), effective June 1, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Odalys Torres appointed as Treasurer Collector (Non-Union M10 Step 2), effective May 19, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Rajitha Purimetla appointed as part-time temporary stormwater consultant, effective May 26, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Brandon Bryson appointed as Laborer/Truck Driver in Training (W1 Step 1) for DPW.
📋 Proposed
Board to consider revising the non-union part-time seasonal salary schedule.
📋 Proposed
Board to confirm seasonal summer hires for the Recreation Department, Police Community Service Officers, and Department of Public Works.
📋 Proposed
Paul Kerrigan and Alden Araujo each promoted from Laborer to W6 Step 1 Crew Leader in the Streets division, effective May 19, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Joe Chaves transfers laterally from W6 Crew Leader in Streets to W6 Crew Leader in Water/Sewer.
📋 Proposed
Board to present the FY2026 annual performance review of the Town Manager.
📋 Proposed
Memorandum of Agreement for a new collective bargaining contract with Hudson Police Superior Officers' Association / MCOP Local 433 covering July 1, 2025–June 30, 2028.
📋 Proposed
Board to receive an update on the town's certified free cash (unspent prior-year funds available for appropriation).
📋 Proposed
Board to authorize the Town Manager to communicate concerns about FY27 Local Aid projections to Rep. Hogan and Sen. Eldridge.
📋 Proposed
Resident Tony Marques of 128 Parmenter Rd to raise concerns about Chapter 90 road funding and local roadway conditions.
📍 128 Parmenter Road
💬 Discussed
Memo from Community Development Director regarding the Main Street Dam removal project and upcoming public information sessions.
📍 Main Street Dam
📋 Proposed
Board enters closed executive session.
April 27, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
Prior public session minutes approved 4-0.
✅ Approved
Prior executive session minutes approved 4-0.
✅ Approved
All mid-year business license renewals meeting requirements were approved 4-0.
✅ Approved
Single-event alcohol license approved for a Mom's Night gathering on May 8, 2026, 5:30–8:00 PM at 43 Broad St A103.
📍 43 Broad St A103
✅ Approved
Leonard Bowen confirmed as Back-up Bus Driver for the Council on Aging, effective May 2, 2026.
✅ Approved
Joe Janerio transferred laterally from W6 Crew Leader in Streets to the same grade in Parks Cemetery Forestry.
✅ Approved
Town entered a state-funded MassDOT agreement to resurface Route 62 at no cost to the municipality; police details may be required by the state.
💰 $0 to town; fully state-funded
📍 Route 62
✅ Approved
$659,821.60 contract awarded for milling and overlay of various Hudson roads, funded via town funds ($259,074.50), Chapter 90 ($377,527.10), and an Eversource gift account ($23,220).
💰 $659,821.60 total; $259,074.50 town-funded, $377,527.10 Chapter 90, $23,220 Eversource gift
💬 Discussed
Finance staff updated the board on FY24 balance sheet submission and FY25 free cash estimate; Town Meeting may continue to June 29, 2026, requiring a vote at Town Meeting itself.
💬 Discussed
DuBreuil noted the Board of Health posted its final decision regarding the Transfer Station.
💬 Discussed
State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education will meet at Hudson High School on May 19.
📍 Hudson High School
💬 Discussed
Notice received of upcoming state assessment for Police Department re-accreditation.
💬 Discussed
Letter from resident Emma Luther regarding the Transfer Station noted for the record.
✅ Approved
Board entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for Police Superior Officers; did not reconvene in public session.
April 27, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Meeting called to order.
📋 Proposed
Routine approval of public and executive session minutes from April 13.
📋 Proposed
Board considers approving all mid-year business license renewals for applicants that have met requirements.
📋 Proposed
One-time alcohol license requested for a private Mom's Night gathering May 8, 5:30–8:00 PM at 43 Broad St A103.
📋 Proposed
Confirmation of Leonard Bowen as back-up bus driver for the Council on Aging, effective May 2, 2026.
📋 Proposed
W6 Crew Leader Joe Janerio transferring from Streets division to Parks Cemetery Forestry division at same pay grade.
📋 Proposed
Board considers signing a MassDOT Municipal Pavement Program agreement to resurface Route 62 using state funds.
📋 Proposed
Board considers awarding a $659,821.60 contract for milling and overlay of various Hudson roads: Project A (town-funded $259,074.50), Project B (Chapter 90 $377,527.10), Project C (Eversource gift $23,220.00).
📋 Proposed
Board receives a status update on the town's free cash certification.
• Status unclear
Open floor for resident comments.
💬 Discussed
Notice received that the Police Department is undergoing a state re-accreditation assessment.
💬 Discussed
Letter received from Emma Luther about the Transfer Station, dated April 12, 2026; details not specified in agenda.
📋 Proposed
Board enters closed session under G.L. Ch. 30A §21(a)(3) to discuss bargaining strategy for Police Superior Officers contract.
• Status unclear
Meeting adjourned.
April 13, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Board convenes at 6:30 PM to vote on entering executive session before open session at 7:00 PM.
📍 911 Municipal Drive
📋 Proposed
Board considers entering executive session under G.L. c.30A §21(a)(7) to review executive session minutes from September 27, 2021.
📋 Proposed
Routine approval of public and executive session minutes from recent meetings.
📋 Proposed
Board considers publicly releasing executive session minutes from September 27, 2021.
📋 Proposed
Public hearing on A&J Realty Trust's application to store flammables at 166 Central Street.
📍 166 Central Street
📋 Proposed
Board considers approving all sidewalk dining permit renewals for the 2026 season.
📋 Proposed
License sought for Hudson Farmers Market on April 18 and May 16, 2026, 11 AM–2 PM in front of Town Hall.
📍 Town Hall
📋 Proposed
Entertainment license requested for BID Arts Fest on May 2, 2026, noon–5 PM along Main Street.
📍 Main Street
📋 Proposed
Board notes the resignation of Judy Congdon.
📋 Proposed
Confirmation of Vicky Eldredge as Part-Time Senior Clerk at Non-Union Grade NU-D Step 3, effective April 14, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board considers confirming Adam Sahlberg as Alternate Plumbing and Gas Inspector.
📋 Proposed
Frank Sinopoli promoted from W2 Laborer/Driver to W6 Crew Leader in Parks Cemetery Forestry, effective April 14, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board considers ratifying a three-year employment agreement with DPW Director Daniel Nason, May 26, 2026 – May 25, 2029.
📋 Proposed
Board considers confirming Joseph Fournier's promotion to Records Clerk/Lobby Receptionist Supervisor, effective March 9, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board considers authorizing early voting April 27–May 1 and May 4–6, 2026 during regular business hours for the May 11 election.
📋 Proposed
Neil Vaidya and Sara Hunter of MassMuniFin present an update on the town's free cash certification.
📋 Proposed
Board may reduce the required quorum for the May 4 Annual Town Meeting under Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2020.
📋 Proposed
Board discusses filling the current Select Board vacancy.
📋 Proposed
Board notes an email from resident Beth Langlois regarding debt exclusions, with a Town Manager reply dated March 20, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Meeting adjourned.
April 1, 2026 · minutes
• Status unclear
Meeting called to order via Zoom at 12:00 PM.
✅ Approved
Prior meeting minutes considered for approval.
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to sponsor Articles 1 & 2; both depend on FY25 Free Cash certification, with Town Meeting potentially recessed to June if needed.
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to sponsor Article 3; specific content not described in minutes.
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to sponsor Articles 4 & 5; content not described in minutes.
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to sponsor Articles 6–12; content not described in minutes.
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to sponsor Articles 13–27, covering enterprise-fund rates, PFAS settlement funds providing indirect benefit to ratepayers, and debt-service vs. debt-exclusion borrowing.
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to sponsor Articles 32–35; content not described in minutes.
✅ Approved
Full warrant signed 5-0; will appear in Community Advocate on April 24 and be posted online with a Finance Committee summary.
✅ Approved
Meeting adjourned at 12:26 PM.
March 23, 2026 · minutes
🗳️ Voted on
Board voted 5-0 not to release Aug. 23, 2021 executive session minutes; Sept. 27, 2021 minutes passed over to April 13, 2026 due to a discrepancy.
✅ Approved
Public and both executive session minutes from March 9, 2026 approved 5-0.
✅ Approved
License transferred from Ian Thomas Inc to Horseshoe Pub Inc (Michael Byrnes) at 29 South Street; approved 5-0.
📍 29 South Street
✅ Approved
Three library hires confirmed effective April 1–7, 2026: Emily Chakmakian (FT Asst. Circulation Librarian, CL Grade 10 Step 3), Olivia Nicolazzo (FT Collection Mgmt Librarian, CL Grade 12 Step 3), and Deborah Kane (PT Collection Mgmt Librarian, NU-F Step 8).
✅ Approved
Board noted retirements of Manuel Ponte (effective March 31) and Mark Baker (effective March 24, 2026).
✅ Approved
$49,483 contract awarded to F.G Sullivan Drilling Company for cleaning and redeveloping two town water wells; funded from Water Enterprise Fund.
💰 $49,483 from Water Enterprise Fund
✅ Approved
Revised FY27 health insurance budget approved at $8,783,493; Town Manager confirmed budget remains balanced.
💰 $8,783,493
✅ Approved
Revised FY27 Fire Department budget approved at $4,722,673.
💰 $4,722,673
💬 Discussed
Superintendent and school officials presented draft FY27 school budget; board noted FTE reductions and raised questions about transportation contract and space utilization study.
✅ Approved
Two donations totaling $1,500 accepted for the Hudson Senior Center.
💰 $1,500 donation received
✅ Approved
Jennifer Condon and Brenda Monaco nominated as Inspectors of Animals per MGL Ch. 129 §§ 15 & 16.
🔄 Postponed
Proposal to create an Ambulance Enterprise Fund effective July 1, 2026 tabled to a virtual meeting April 1 at noon; board cited concerns and noted a June 30 funding appropriation deadline.
✅ Approved
Select Board approved and signed its 2025 Annual Report.
✅ Approved
Revised Town Personnel Regulations authorized 5-0; personal-day changes take effect July 1, 2026.
✅ Approved
Article 36 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant revised to update Audit Committee language; a resident from 20 Orchard Dr. expressed support for the citizen's petition.
🔄 Postponed
Signing of the May 4 Town Meeting Warrant tabled to the April 1 virtual meeting at noon.
💬 Discussed
DuBreuil noted ongoing public hearings on a Minor Site Modification for the Transfer Station; Bemis flagged a public hearing related to 75 Reed Rd project.
📍 75 Reed Rd
✅ Approved
Meeting adjourned at 8:57 PM.
March 23, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Board enters executive session to review 2021 executive session minutes before releasing them in open session.
📋 Proposed
Routine approval of public and executive session minutes from the prior meeting.
📋 Proposed
Board considers making previously sealed executive session minutes from 2021 available to the public.
📋 Proposed
Transfer of all-alcohol pouring license to Michael Byrnes of Horseshoe Pub Inc at 29 South Street.
📍 29 South Street
📋 Proposed
Confirm appointment of Emily Chakmakian at Clerical Union Grade 10 Step 3, effective April 1, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Confirm appointment of Olivia Nicolazzo at Clerical Union Grade 12 Step 3, effective April 1, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Confirm appointment of Deborah Kane at Non-Union NU-F Step 8, effective April 7, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board acknowledges the retirement of Manuel Ponte, effective March 31, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board acknowledges the retirement of Mark Baker, effective March 24, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Award $49,483 contract to F.G. Sullivan Drilling Company to clean and redevelop two town water supply wells.
💰 $49,483
📋 Proposed
Revised FY2027 health insurance budget proposed at $8,783,493.
💰 $8,783,493
📋 Proposed
Revised FY2027 Fire Department budget proposed at $4,722,673.
💰 $4,722,673
📋 Proposed
Board meets with the School Department to discuss FY2027 funding levels.
📋 Proposed
Accept two donations totaling $1,500 for the Hudson Senior Center.
💰 $1,500
📋 Proposed
Nominate Jennifer Condon and Brenda Monaco as Inspectors of Animals per MGL Chapter 129 §15 & 16.
📋 Proposed
Board considers creating a dedicated Ambulance Enterprise Fund (a self-funding account for ambulance services) starting July 1, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board approves and signs the Town's 2025 Annual Report.
📋 Proposed
Board considers authorizing updates to the Town's Personnel Regulations.
📋 Proposed
Board considers revising the Audit Committee article on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
📋 Proposed
Board authorizes signing of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant for May 4, 2026.
March 9, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to enter Executive Session to review 2020 executive session minutes before reconvening publicly at 7:00 PM.
✅ Approved
Minutes of the February 23, 2026 public session approved 5-0.
🗳️ Voted on
Board voted 5-0 to withhold Oct. 19 part 1 and Dec. 7, 2020 executive session minutes; Oct. 19 part 2 released 5-0; Dec. 7 withheld 4-1.
✅ Approved
New all-alcohol pouring license approved 3-2; a motion to exclude patio service failed 2-3, so patio alcohol service is permitted.
📍 43 Broad Street B101
✅ Approved
Wine-in-sealed-containers license approved 5-0 for Aaronap Cellars at the Spring Markets on April 18 and May 16, 2026, 11 AM–2 PM.
✅ Approved
Board noted the retirement of Wendy Laflamme effective March 13, 2026.
✅ Approved
Five new DPW laborers/drivers-in-training (Santos, Costa, Fossile, Bailey, Cavicchio) approved at DPW Union W1 step 1, all effective March 10, 2026.
✅ Approved
Patriarca confirmed at Grade M5 step 7, effective March 20, 2026, filling a key finance department role.
✅ Approved
$274,901.76 contract awarded to VHB for final MCRT segment design; funded by $203K DCR and $71,901.76 CPC.
💰 $274,901.76 ($203,000 DCR + $71,901.76 CPC)
📍 Felton Street to Berlin town line
✅ Approved
$75,000 contract for pedestrian-access traffic study at Glendale Rd/Rt 62 intersection, fully funded by Eversource.
💰 $75,000 (Eversource-funded, no town cost)
📍 Glendale Road & Route 62
✅ Approved
Seven-member committee established to review and recommend improvements to Town Meeting procedures; members selected via interest cards.
💬 Discussed
Study recommends addressing staffing challenges via an Enterprise Fund model with a third-party billing provider; cost estimates discussed but numbers are preliminary.
💬 Discussed
Finance Director reported on departmental staffing vacancies and a pending Free Cash certification deadline; consultants and retired Treasurer-Collectors suggested as interim help.
✅ Approved
Revised FY27 Stormwater Enterprise Fund budget of $1,017,896 approved 5-0.
💰 $1,017,896
💬 Discussed
Members flagged two upcoming public hearings: Minor Site Modification for the Transfer Station (March 10 & 12) and a project at 75 Reed Rd (March 25, 2026).
📍 75 Reed Road; Transfer Station
💬 Discussed
Two emails from Alicia Smith requesting a municipal cost analysis related to a proposed BP Trucking expansion were noted by the Board.
💬 Discussed
FY27 Chapter 90 (state road-funding) apportionment letter noted by the Board.
💬 Discussed
Draft warrant for the May 4, 2026 Annual Town Meeting distributed; residents should review upcoming articles.
✅ Approved
Board entered Executive Session at 8:45 PM for nonunion contract negotiations with the Public Works Director; did not reconvene publicly.
March 9, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Board convenes at 6 PM to vote to enter Executive Session, then returns to open session at 7 PM.
📍 Hudson Police Station, 911 Municipal Drive
📋 Proposed
Board will review then vote to publicly release executive session minutes from October 19, 2020, and December 7, 2020.
📋 Proposed
Routine approval of prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
New all-alcohol pouring license requested by Rosileia Santos for Good Earth Holistic Kitchen at 43 Broad Street B101.
📍 43 Broad Street B101
📋 Proposed
One-time license for Aaronap Cellars to sell bottled wine at the Hudson Spring Markets on April 18 and May 16, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board notes retirement of Wendy Laflamme, effective March 13, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board to confirm appointments of Fabio Santos, Weslley Costa, Michael Fossile, Andrew Bailey, and Brandon Cavicchio as DPW Laborers/Drivers-in-Training at Union W1 Step 1, effective March 10, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Jaime Patriarca to be confirmed as Assistant Finance Director/Assistant Town Accountant at Grade M5 Step 7, effective March 20, 2026.
📋 Proposed
$274,901.76 contract with VHB to design the final segment of the Mass Central Rail Trail from Felton Street to the Berlin town line, funded by DCR ($203,000) and CPC ($71,901.76).
💰 $274,901.76 (DCR $203,000 + CPC $71,901.76)
📍 Felton Street to Berlin town line
📋 Proposed
$75,000 contract with VHB for professional traffic analyses at Glendale Road and Route 62, funded by Eversource.
💰 $75,000 (Eversource-funded)
📍 Glendale Road & Route 62
📋 Proposed
Board to consider forming an ad-hoc committee to review Town Meeting procedures and recommend possible changes.
📋 Proposed
Chief Jamie Desautels and CREDE Government and Emergency Services will present findings of the town's EMS Study.
📋 Proposed
Board receives an update on the Finance Operations Action Plan and status of Free Cash Certification (affects available town funds).
📋 Proposed
Revised Stormwater Enterprise Fund budget proposed at $1,017,896 for FY2027.
💰 $1,017,896
📋 Proposed
Two emails from Alicia Smith (Feb 24 & 27, 2026) requesting a municipal cost analysis related to a proposed BP Trucking expansion; Board to note.
📋 Proposed
FY2027 Chapter 90 (state road funding) apportionment letter received; Board to note.
📋 Proposed
Draft warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on May 4, 2026 is available for Board review.
📋 Proposed
Board to enter Executive Session to conduct contract negotiations with the Public Works Director (nonunion personnel).
📋 Proposed
Meeting adjourned.
February 23, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine meeting opening.
📋 Proposed
Approval of prior meeting's public session minutes.
📋 Proposed
New Class I license (sale of new & used vehicles) sought by Paul Breaux of Carvana at 24 Coolidge Street.
📍 24 Coolidge Street
📋 Proposed
Board to note John Parent's resignation from the Community Preservation Committee, effective February 6, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Sean Quinlivan to be confirmed as Town Engineer for Public Works at Grade M8 step 8, effective February 24, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board to confirm a new Public Works Director, effective May 26, 2026.
📋 Proposed
$9,800 contract with Woodard and Curran for SCADA (utility monitoring/control system) support services for the town.
💰 $9,800
📋 Proposed
Board to accept a $10,000 donation from the Robert Lloyd Corkin Charitable Foundation/Entwistle Company for the Hudson Veterans Vet-Rides Program.
💰 $10,000 donation
📋 Proposed
Board to decide whether to place a debt exclusion question on the May 11, 2026 ballot — if passed, it would temporarily raise the tax levy above Prop 2.5 limits to fund specific debt.
💰 Property tax impact TBD pending ballot outcome
💬 Discussed
FY27 budget request for Assabet Valley Regional Voc is $3,695,924.
💰 $3,695,924 requested
💬 Discussed
FY27 budget request for Hudson Public Schools is $50,405,344.
💰 $50,405,344 requested
• Status unclear
Open floor for public comment and board discussion items.
• Status unclear
Board to enter executive session; agenda items not specified.