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October 2023 — 2 meetings

October 31, 2023 at 7:40 AM

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Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters

Hardwick, MA Board of Selectmen Meeting - 10/30/23

54m

The Hardwick Board of Selectmen convened to address a range of municipal issues, including setting a tax classification hearing, approving a sewer abatement, and scheduling a special state election. Significant discussion revolved around the Wheelwright WPCF Upgrades Project, specifically the omission of a critical pump station due to budget constraints, prompting a search for alternative funding. The meeting also featured public comments regarding unposted meeting minutes and perceived conflicts of interest related to a potential Casella Landfill proposal. The Board of Health reiterated its request for legal counsel to navigate the landfill proposal, leading to extensive debate on proactive legal engagement and the roles of elected officials, ultimately deciding to proceed with engaging legal counsel for this matter.

Decisions & action items

The tax classification hearing date was set for November 13th at 6:30 PM.
Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters
October 31, 2023
Incorrect sewer charges for a single-family home were abated for the past two billing cycles, totaling $2263.93, with the resident to be charged for one unit going forward.
Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters
October 31, 2023
A special state election was approved to be held from 7 AM to 8 PM at the elementary school (76 Schoolhouse Drive).
Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters
October 31, 2023
Jacqueline Cole-Goddard was appointed to the Cultural Council for a one-year term.
Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters
October 31, 2023
Selectman Eric's disclosure for his dual roles as Selectman and Emergency Management Director was accepted.
Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters
October 31, 2023
The conditional award of Project 2A (Wheelwright WPCF Upgrades Project) to Waterline Industries Corporation for $7,344,677 was approved, contingent upon USDA approval.
Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters
October 31, 2023
The board decided to proceed with engaging legal counsel to discuss the landfill proposal.
Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters
October 31, 2023
The Selectboard clarified they cannot overrule the Planning Board regarding sign violations.
Hardwick Municipal Operations, Community Initiatives, and Regulatory Compliance Review
October 17, 2023

Hardwick Board Addresses Infrastructure, Landfill, and Administrative Matters

Hardwick Municipal Operations, Community Initiatives, and Regulatory Compliance Review