HomeMy Public PortalAbout20240227 - Select Board - Agenda PacketTOWN OF HOPKINTON
SELECT BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday,February 27,2024 6:00 PM
Hopkinton Town Hall,18 Main St,Hopkinton,MA -Room 215/216
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6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER
1.EXECUTIVE SESSION
a.Pursuant to M.G.L.c.30A,§21(a)(purpose 3)to consider strategy with respect to
negotiations with the Fire and Dispatch unions,Interim Town Manager.
b.Pursuant to M.G.L.c.30A,§21(a)(purpose 6)to consider the purchase,lease,sale or
value of real estate in relation to properties in the vicinity of Town Hall and South
Street;property comprising part of the Elmwood III subdivision development;0
Hayden Rowe (Colella Property);0 Spring Street (McDonough Property);0 Hill Street
(Carroll Property),0 Cedar Street (Issadore Property),0 Wood St./5 Mechanic St.
(Larter Property)and parcels owned by Umina off Chestnut Street;because an open
meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board.
6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER -OPEN SESSION
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6:31 PM PUBLIC FORUM
3.Residents are invited to share ideas,opinions or ask questions regarding Town
Government.
6:40 PM SELECT BOARD BUDGET LISTENING SESSION
4.Community Members are invited to share ideas,opinions or ask questions regarding the
FY25 Comprehensive Budget.
6:50 PM CONSENT AGENDA
5.The Select Board will consider the following consent agenda:
a.MINUTES -The Select Board will consider approving the Minutes of the January 30,
2024 meeting.
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b.DISCLOSURE OF APPEARANCE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST -The Select Board will
discuss and take necessary action relative to Disclosure of Appearance of Conflict of
Interest as required by G.L.c.268A of an Election Checker,for Julia Degan.
Supporting Exhibits:Conflict of interest form from Julia Degan
6:55 PM NEW TOWN EMPLOYEES
6.The Select Board will consider confirming the Town Manager ’s appointment of -
●Maureen Sammon,Program Coordinator/Summer Supervisor (Parks &
Recreation)
●Jedidiah "Jed"Fenneuff,promotion to Assistant Water and Sewer Manager
(DPW)
Supporting Exhibits:Application Material
7:05 PM MID-YEAR EVALUATIONS
7.The Select Board will consider mid-year evaluations of its direct reports:Town Manager,
Police Chief.
Supporting Exhibits:Email Memo;Mid Year Evaluation Form;Police Chief ’s goals and self
assessment
7:20 PM POLICE DEPARTMENT-DEPARTMENTAL REVIEW UPDATE
8.The Select Board will review the status of the Hopkinton Police Departmental review.
7:45 PM TOWN CLEAN WATER/PFAS REMEDIATION ADVISORY COUNCIL FRAMEWORK
9.The Select Board will consider a framework for a Clean Water/PFAS Remediation
Advisory Council.
Supporting Exhibits:Town Clean Water/PFAS Remediation Advisory Council Framework
8:00 PM 2024 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
10.The Select Board will consider reviewing the language of its Annual Town Meeting
articles.
Supporting Exhibits:Draft Article List;Draft Article -Elmwood Farms III Gift of Land
8:10 PM FY 2025 COMPREHENSIVE BUDGET
11.The Select Board will consider adopting the FY 2025 Comprehensive Budget (Operating
and Capital)and submitting it to the Appropriation Committee.
Supporting Exhibits:Consolidated Budget
8:20 PM TOWN MANAGER REPORT
12.Town Manager will report on the following:
a.Main Street Corridor Project
b.Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)treatment project
c.Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA)Southborough Interconnection
project
Supporting Exhibits:Town Manager Report
8:30 PM LIAISON REPORTS/BOARD INVITES
13.Supporting Exhibit:FY24 Select Board Liaison List
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8:40 PM FUTURE BOARD AGENDA ITEMS
14.Board members will identify future agenda items.
●3/5 Proposed approach to changes to the Charge,membership and work of the
Upper Charles Trail Committee.
●3/5 meeting:The Select Board will consider forming a Town Economic
Development Advisory Council -Mannan
●3/5 meeting:Carly Grant,Kerri Connors,Nicole Simpson and Kathy Hinds from
the Hopkinton Chapter of Moms Demand Action and want to come to our
March 5 meeting to do a short presentation about the BeSMART Program
https://besmartforkids.org /.
●Liquified Natural Gas (LNG)Plant Oversight and Advisory Committee -Mannan
●Discussion about dogs,including rules,regulations and guidance-Ritterbusch
8:45 PM ADJOURN
Upcoming Select Board Meetings
1.March 5,2024
2.March 19,2024
3.April 2,2024
4.April 16,2024
Town Hall is accessible;the public may attend in person or remotely.If accommodations/modifications are needed,
please contact the Town Manager ’s office at 508-497-9701 or complete this form.
The listed matters on the agenda are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair to be discussed at the meeting.Not all items
may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.Unless
an agenda item is a posted public hearing,the matter may be considered earlier than the indicated time if there are last minute
cancellations or other unforeseen events which cause the Board to move more quickly through the agenda.
Members of the public are welcome to attend this in-person meeting at 18 Main St.or by the remote zoom connection
provided.Please note that if a quorum of Select Board members are present in the meeting room the in-person meeting will not
be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the remote connection.
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DISCLOSURE OF APPEARANCE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
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MAUREEN SAMMON
Experienced Recreation Professional with a passion and love for creating fun and positive
experiences for the community.
EXPERIENCE
NOVEMBER 2015 - PRESENT
RECREATION SUPERVISOR/OUTDOOR EDUCATION COORDINATOR,
PEABODY RECREATION - PEABODY
• Coordinate with multiple city departments to plan and organize city wide programs and
events with great success; the most recent success was the ‘Fire at the Farm’ which had
more than 1,000 members of the community attend.
• Summer 2022 and 2023 oversaw all summer program offerings that sees more than 300
kids a day at various locations. Met with positive feedback from parents, children, and
staff.
• Steadily increased summer registrations from being half full in 2016 to full capacity in
2023 with extensive waitlists.
• Responsible for hiring, training, promoting, and evaluating over 40 summer seasonal
staff.
• Responsible for program development, program budget development, management, and
purchasing of related equipment for various programs and activities.
• Work in collaboration with neighboring towns to offer programming together.
• Responsible for the overall management of the 5th grade Peabody Elementary Basketball
League.
• Develop and implement a variety of programs to the community for all ages.
• Charged with creating passive recreation programs at newly acquired farm. Programs
went from being offered once a week the first season to twice a week the second season
with near full capacity.
• With the help of MERGE Inclusion, assisted in implementing and incorporating inclusive
summer programming for children living with autism.
• Created virtual and social distance programming for the community during the global
pandemic.
• Attend monthly regional are Recreation meetings to gain insight on current trends in the
community and other information.
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JUNE 2006 – OCTOBER 2015
OUTDOOR ED DIR & ASST. CAMP DIRECTOR,
METROWEST YMCA - HOPKINTON
• Created a partnership with the Michael Carter Lisnow Respite Center for Adults with
disabilities and created seasonal outdoor adventure programs that included but not
limited to Archery and High Ropes.
• Planned, scheduled, and created unique low and high rope teambuilding programs each
spring and fall for over 60 different schools ranging in age from elementary to college as
well as different corporations.
• Prepared and presented yearly budget to the Executive Director and board members.
• Instrumental in creating social media accounts that highlighted programs.
• Scheduled rental contracts and field permits and ensured proper delivery and that
requests were met for clients.
• Supervised between 15-150 seasonal staff members in all specialty areas of camp for
over 900 campers and provided evaluations throughout the summer.
EDUCATION
B.S. ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES, ANNA MARIA COLLEGE
SKILLS
• Adept at building lasting teams through staff
development and training
• Strong ability to form relationships within the
community to coordinate dynamic community
events
• Exceptional ability to have a camp song for
almost any occasion.
• Over 20+ years in multiple facets of the
recreational world
CERTIFICATIONS, MEMBERSHIPS, AWARDS
• CPR Adult/Child/Infant AED - Exp. 2025
• Professional MRPA Member – Exp. June 2024
• NRPA Member – Exp. 2024
• Association of Experiential Education (AEE) – Exp. Nov. 2024
• YMCA Team Leader – 2015, No Expiration Date
• YMCA Day Camp Director – 2010, No Expiration Date
• Presidential Award for Excellence, MetroWest YMCA – 2010
• Outstanding Achievement Award, MetroWest YMCA – 2007
• Girl Scout Gold Award (Highest Award in Girl Scouting) – 1995
• CPRP pending test
Town of Hopkinton
Human Resources Department
18 Main Street
Hopkinton, MA 01748
Greetings,
With this letter and attached resume, I would like to express my sincere interest in the Program
Coordinator-Summer Supervisor position with the Town of Hopkinton. I believe my unique
experience, training, and wide range of knowledge make me an excellent candidate for the
position.
My expertise lies in successfully creating and implementing effective recreational programs,
training, and mentoring employees, and promoting special activities and events to expand
participation. I am skilled in analyzing recreational needs and resources to inform program
direction. I excel in making genuine connections with individuals and community groups to
ensure optimal recreational program reach and satisfaction.
My proven dedication to managing outstanding recreation programs, events, and activities,
along with my exceptional interpersonal and relationship management talents, will contribute
immensely to the continued success of the Hopkinton Recreation Department. Thank you
for your consideration; I look forward to speaking with you soon.
Sincerely,
Maureen Sammon
MAUREEN SAMMON
Jed Fenneuff
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS :::=:::::=========::::::::::::::::=========================
•Well-organized and able to use SCADA, spreadsheets, word processing, and GIS
applications to collect, analyze, and interpret data.
•Knowledgeable regarding the material, methods, and information required to construct,
repair, and assess infrastructure.
•Proficient in supporting MADEP reporting, drinking water practices, and safe drinking
water regulations.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ============================================
2012-Present Hopkinton Public Works, Hopkinton, MA
2010-2012
2000-2010
1999-2006
Water Operator, Water and Sewer Department
•Operated and maintained the water blending facilities and water and sewer pump stations.
•Performed regular inspections to monitor and document facility conditions.
•Provided preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and coordinated corrective
maintenance and pro-active problem solving.
•Performed water sampling in compliance with the water sampling schedule.
•Utilized spreadsheets to collect and analyze data from source and finish water including
dosages and trends.
•Used SCADA daily and have basic knowledge of logic PLC programming and
troubleshooting.
•Responsible for the distribution system including repair of water main and services, leak
locating, replacement of fire hydrants, and installation of new mains, services, meters,
and valves as well as sewer collection system.
•Used spreadsheets to collect data from distribution system for use in reports including
water audit and monthly reporting.
•Actively worked to implement a functional and accurate GIS system with custom maps
and layers.
•Worked with standard operating procedures to complete daily, weekly, monthly, and
yearly required tasks.
•Worked with various engineering firms on projects such as a new pump station and a
blending facility.
Framingham Public Works, Framingham, MA
Medium Equipment Operator
•Took lead role toward customer response and problem resolution.
•Managed emergency response activities related to system failures.
•Performed skilled laboring including the installation, maintenance and repair of pipe,
water hydrants, valves, and main services.
Putnam Pipe Corporation, Hopkinton, MA
Sales and Administration
•Managed company human resources and inventory to successfully coordinate the
allocation of materials to projects around central Massachusetts.
•Worked with more than 30 vendors to correctly procure the necessary products to
complete various water, wastewater, and drainage projects.
•Worked with engineers and project managers on concurrently independent projects to
determine specialty products, review blueprints, assess project schedules and budgets
for material needs, and respond to unforeseen changes.
United States Army National Guard, Milford, MA
Sergeant, Squad Leader, Heavy Equipment Operator
•Operated and maintained heavy equipment, including hydraulic machinery.
•Earned The Army Achievement Medal in 2000 and 2004.
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURES
Water Distribution
Grade 3 — In Training
Grade 1 — In Full
Water Treatment
Grade 2 — In Full
Wastewater Treatment
Grade 2M
Backflow Prevention Device Surveyor Certification
Equipment
CDL Class B License, MA
Hoisting Engineer License (1C, 2A), Department of Public Safety, MA
EDUCATION
Noncommissioned Officers Academy, Fort Dix, NJ
• Primary leadership development course.
REFERENCES
Doherty Memorial High School, Worcester, MA
• High School Diploma
Jed Fenneuff
To Whom It May Concern,
I am excited to apply for the Water and Sewer Assistant Manager position at the Hopkinton
Department of Public Works. I have more than 20 years' experience in the underground utilities
industry, with 12 years' experience in the town of Hopkinton. I possess a range of skills and
qualifications that you are seeking for this position, and I am confident that I would prove to be
even more valuable to your team in this role.
As demonstrated in my current position and as seen in my resume, I have significant experience
in managing human resources and inventory to successfully coordinate the allocation of
materials to construct, repair and assess infrastructure in both the public and private sector in the
underground utilities industry. In my current role, I support the Water and Sewer Manager, Mr.
Carty, to handle the variety of tasks mentioned in the job description for this position. I play a
critical role in the planning, coordination, scheduling, oversight and successful completion of
water and sewer projects. I assist in coordinating the water quality testing program in regulatory
compliance. I support in supervising the operation, inspection and renovations of the water and
sewer pumping stations. These are responsibilities I take very seriously and have successfully
mentored other colleagues in these essential roles and responsibilities.
More importantly, I am a team player who is committed to the success of the department. I have
a strong work ethic and I am always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. I am also a
problem solver who is not afraid to take on a challenge. I have a can -do attitude and I am always
looking for ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. And for this very
reason, I have been referred by senior management as the go to person to handle problematic
issues relating to water infrastructure, as I can minimize any potential downtime.
Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Jed Fenneuff
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Norman Khumalo
Town Manager
Town of Hopkinton
18 Main Street
Hopkinton, MA 01748
Tel. 508 497 9700
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From: Kristin Merrill <kmerrill@hopkintonma.gov>
Date: Fri, Dec 22, 2023 at 10:34 AM
Subject: Mid Year Evaluations
To: Norman Khumalo <nkhumalo@hopkintonma.gov>, Elaine Lazarus <elainel@hopkintonma.gov>, Dawn Alcott Miller
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Dear Supervisors,
Attached is the Mid Year Evaluation Form. This is the time of year that we sit down with our employees to go over their
goals and provide them with the resources for them to successfully accomplish their goals, celebrate their success thus
far and check in with them if there are any areas of development or concerns you may have.
Performance management is an ongoing process throughout the year and this is a wonderful opportunity to formally sit
with your employee(s) to share and listen.
Please plan to meet with them for about 1/2 hour +/- to review goals established for the July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
review period, discuss progress, and then complete the Mid Year Form and submit to HR for their personnel file no later
than Friday, January 26th.
If you have any concerns that HR should be aware of or if you have any questions at all, please let me know.
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Attached is a pdf version of the form. I am also including a link to the Google version of this form: Mid Year Evaluation
Form (Please be sure to make a copy and save to your own Drive before editing otherwise it will be viewable to
others in the organization. If you do not Save the form in your own Drive, it will be saved in HR's Drive for all with
viewing privileges to view.)
Thanks and Happy Holidays everyone!
Kristin Merrill
(she/her/hers)
HR Generalist
Town of Hopkinton
(508) 497-9769, x3
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Step 5 Mid-Year Goals Form.pdf
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EMPLOYEE/SUPERVISOR MID-YEAR GOALS EVALUATION &MEETING
Evaluation Period:July 1,2023 –June 30,2024
(Mid-year Meeting with employee(s)to be scheduled during the month of January of each year)
EMPLOYEE NAME:_____________________________________JOB TITLE:____________________________________
DEPARTMENT:_____________________________________SUPERVISOR:__________________________________
GOAL #1 STATUS:
⃝Met
⃝In Progress
EXPECTED DATE
OF COMPLETION
GOAL #2 STATUS:
⃝Met
⃝In Progress
EXPECTED DATE
OF COMPLETION
GOAL #3 STATUS:
⃝Met
⃝In Progress
EXPECTED DATE
OF COMPLETION
EMPLOYEE COMMENTS:
______________________________________________________________________________
Employee’s Signature Date
SUPERVISOR COMMENTS:
______________________________________________________________________________
Supervisor ’s Signature Date
Form to be returned to Human Resources no later than January 26,2024,for employee’s personnel file.
cc:Employee File
EMPLOYEE/SUPERVISOR MID-YEAR GOALS EVALUATION &MEETING
Evaluation Period:July 1,2023 –June 30,2024
(Mid-year Meeting with employee(s)to be scheduled during the month of January of each year)
EMPLOYEE NAME:_____Bennett,Joseph E.______JOB TITLE:__Chief of Police_____
DEPARTMENT:___Police___________SUPERVISOR:_____Select Board______________
GOAL #1
Community Outreach and Engagement
a.Social Media Team
i.Social Media Team Lead selected -Sgt.
Burchard
ii.High volume posts -most YTD 130,700 for
the Fruit Street Bridge Opening.
iii.Team used Facebook well to promote open
positions
iv.Vendor selected to work with Social Media
Team to create recruitment video and
advertising model
v.Team offered training in social media and
public records
b.Department Members are active in
i.Elmwood School Project
ii.Senior Center Study
iii.Metrowest Anti Bullying Coalition/Spark
Kindness
iv.Hopkinton Freedom Team
v.Hopkinton Organizing for Prevention
vi.Coalition on Disability
vii.Behavioral Threat Assessment &
Management/Violence Risk Assessment
Committee
viii.Climate Action Plan
c.Members attended/hosted several community
events
i.Half Day Pizza Party
ii.Senior Dinner
iii.Halloween events
iv.Porchfest
v.Senior Dinner
STATUS:
⃝Met
XX In Progress
EXPECTED DATE
OF COMPLETION
6/30/2024
cc:Employee File
GOAL #2
Officer Recruitment
a.Job posting finalized through H.R.and T.M.office
i.Posted December 12th,2023
ii.29 applicants
iii.Application metric established
iv.Priority grouping established
v.1st round interviews completed.
vi.Second round interviews completed
1/24/2024.6 candidates in the background
and onboarding stages
vii.Utilized advertising vendor with emphasis on
diversifying candidates
viii.Conditional offers made to 6 candidates
ix.FTO -Program -Will roll out an enhanced
training program that will bring the new
officers on line quicker while ensuring
maintenance of a robust training curriculum.
x.New Lead on FTO and on the process of
identifying and training new FTO’s.
b.Recruitment team has attended and will continue to
attend targeted applicant pool events
STATUS:
⃝Met
XX In Progress
EXPECTED DATE
OF COMPLETION
6/30/2024
GOAL #3
Promotion and Professional Development of Command
Staff
a.Promotion
i.Sergeant process completed within
parameters of MCOP CBA,Town Charter,
labor law.2 Sergeants promoted
ii.Sergeant exam will be posted within the
week and the establishment of a new list will
be completed
iii.Lieutenant positions should be posted and
filled within the agreed upon selection
process,Town Charter and Labor Law and
Select Board Process.
b.Professional Development -Sergeants have been
provided advanced training in topics including:
i.Liability,
ii.Public Records
iii.First Amendment Auditors
iv.Use of Force Legalities
STATUS:
⃝Met
XX In Progress
EXPECTED DATE
OF COMPLETION
6/30/2024
cc:Employee File
v.Transition from Patrol
vi.Supervisor Lessons
vii.Importance within the Agency
viii.Duty to both the the Agency and
Subordinates
ix.Organization Assessment and Culture
Change
x.Executive Leadership and Strategic Planning
xi.Public Speaking
xii.Strategic Communication
xiii.Working Effectively with the Media
xiv.Labor and Management Relations
xv.Risk Management
xvi.Ethical Decision
xvii.Budgeting
c.Professional Development -Sergeants have been
offered training in the following topics:
i.Mass.Commission Against Discrimination
ii.Labor Relations/Management Rights
iii.Public Employee Freedom of Speech
iv.Injured on Duty
v.FMLA
vi.Disability and Discrimination
vii.POST
viii.CJIS
ix.Internal Affairs
x.Public Records
xi.Introduction to Budgeting
xii.Contemporary Liability Issues for Command
Staff
xiii.Leadership -Earning Trust and Commitment
xiv.Generational Communications
xv.Relationship Building
xvi.Credibility
xvii.Command discipline
xviii.Liability
xix.Problem employees
xx.Leading change within an organization
d.Practical Awareness/Skills Training
i.Command Staff given awareness level
training in budgeting,procurement,payroll
and procurement
ii.Command Staff members taught functional
skills of budgeting,payroll and procurement.
e.Sergeants as Team Builders
i.New Methodology
1.Sergeants as Team Builders
cc:Employee File
a.FTO
b.Training
c.Social Media
d.Station Rebuild Project
e.Fleet
f.Accreditation
g.Mental Health
f.Constant Communication
i.Monthly Staff Meetings
ii.One on Ones
iii.Roll Calls
iv.Post Event Reviews
EMPLOYEE COMMENTS:
___________________2/16/2024________________________________
Employee’s Signature Date
SUPERVISOR COMMENTS:
______________________________________________________________________________
Supervisor ’s Signature Date
Form to be returned to Human Resources no later than January 26,2024,for employee’s personnel file.
cc:Employee File
TOWN OF HOPKINTON
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
____________________________________
TOWN HALL
18 MAIN STREET HOPKINTON,MASSACHUSETTS 01748
Telephone:508-497-9769
FY23 Stretch Goals &Objectives SUMMARY
(July 1,2023 –June 30,2024)
(SMART)Specific,Measurable,Attainable,Realistic and Timely
Employee Name:Joseph E.Bennett III
Note for Supervisors:
●Stretch Goals should be aligned with the Town’s Mission.
●Stretch Goals should not be continued from the previous year.
●Assign no more than 3 Stretch Goals,one of which is a Standard Operating Procedure
(SOP).
●Stretch goals involve an entrepreneurial expectation that goes beyond current capabilities
and performance and include finding a new way to bring the stretch goal into reality.
Objective:Date of Completion
1.Community Outreach and Engagement 6/30/2024
2.Recruitment of Police Officers 6/30/2024
3.Promotion and Professional Development of Command Staff 6/30/2024
Approvals:
Dept.Head or Board Chair:________________________________________Date:_____________
Employee:Date:1/5/2024
Human Resources Director:________________________________________Date:_____________
cc:Employee
Employee file
TOWN OF HOPKINTON
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
____________________________________
TOWN HALL
18 MAIN STREET HOPKINTON,MASSACHUSETTS 01748
Telephone:508-497-9769
FY24 Stretch Goals &Objectives Worksheet
(SMART)Specific,Measurable,Attainable,Realistic and Timely/Tangible
Employee Name:Joseph E.Bennett III
OBJECTIVE:1-3 Sentences
To continue with the enhancement of community engagement.
TASKS/ACTIVITIES:List two or three tasks or activities needed to complete your Objectives:
●Continue growth of Social Media Team skills and abilities
○Establish Team Lead
○Team to Attend Training
○Establish working groups within the Social Media Team
●Seek engagement with town projects,boards and committees
●Participate passively (virtual)and actively (in-person)in community events
RESOURCES NEEDED TO ACHIEVE OBJECTIVES:Please list any resources you will need
to complete your objectives.Discuss if these are resources currently available to you or
resources that you will need the assistance of the Town Manager to procure.
●Overtime -Currently budgeted funding will be used
●Training costs -Will be covered by existing training budget
●Selection of Social Media Team Lead
TOWN OF HOPKINTON
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
____________________________________
TOWN HALL
18 MAIN STREET HOPKINTON,MASSACHUSETTS 01748
Telephone:508-497-9769
FY24 Stretch Goals &Objectives Worksheet
(SMART)Specific,Measurable,Attainable,Realistic and Timely/Tangible
Employee Name:Joseph E.Bennett III
OBJECTIVE:1-3 Sentences
Recruitment of Qualified Police Officers and Recruits
TASKS/ACTIVITIES:List two or three tasks or activities needed to complete your Objectives:
●Open the process to recruit,hire and train applicants with no prior law enforcement
experience.
●Enhance the use of the Social Media Team to promote the Hopkinton Police Department
●Evaluate the value of available vendor resource for marketing and advertising
●Evaluate/Participate is high potential return recruitment events and advertisements
●
RESOURCES NEEDED TO ACHIEVE OBJECTIVES:Please list any resources you will need
to complete your objectives.Discuss if these are resources currently available to you or
resources that you will need the assistance of the Town Manager to procure.
●Collaborate with Human Resources to develop a job posting in line with the Town
Charter and Town Goals including enhancing D.E.I.B.
●Evaluate the job posting to Select Board appearance for the appointment process to
identify potential efficiencies.
●Evaluate online presence with an eye towards recruitment
TOWN OF HOPKINTON
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
____________________________________
TOWN HALL
18 MAIN STREET HOPKINTON,MASSACHUSETTS 01748
Telephone:508-497-9769
FY24 Stretch Goals &Objectives Worksheet
(SMART)Specific,Measurable,Attainable,Realistic and Timely/Tangible
Employee Name:Joseph E.Bennett III
OBJECTIVE:1-3 Sentences
Promotion and Professional Development of Command Staff
TASKS/ACTIVITIES:List two or three tasks or activities needed to complete your Objectives:
●Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure compliance with the MCOP CBA,Town
Charter,labor law and best practices
●Offer training to command staff members at every level in topics relative to the next level
of promotion
●Offer training in practical skills necessary to function at the next level within the
command staff.
●Train all command staff at the awareness level on next command level work,projects and
tasks.
RESOURCES NEEDED TO ACHIEVE OBJECTIVES:Please list any resources you will need
to complete your objectives.Discuss if these are resources currently available to you or
resources that you will need the assistance of the Town Manager to procure.
●Support from the Select Board
○Provide a clear understanding to the Select Board of the MCOP CBA enumerated
processes,town charter,labor law and best practices.What goes into bringing a
candidate forward?
○Determine expectations of Select Board involvement in the promotion process.
●Training costs -will be covered by existing budget funds.
●Collaboration with Human Resources -constant and continual collaboration currently
exists and is anticipated to continue.
●Administrative Manager Schuler,various town employees and I will work together on
command staff practical skill set development and awareness growth.
Town Clean Water/PFAS Remediation Advisory Council Framework
Purpose: To establish Town Clean Water/PFAS Remediation Advisory Council to address the critical issue
of water contamination, particularly related to Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), and to
develop effective strategies for the protection, remediation, and management of clean water resources
within the community. The council aims to provide expertise, guidance, and recommendations to the
Select Board, local authorities, regulatory agencies, and the public regarding clean water and PFAS-
related matters.
Mission: The mission of the Town Clean Water/PFAS Remediation Advisory Council is to ensure the
availability of clean and safe water resources for all residents, to address PFAS contamination, and to
foster collaboration among stakeholders in the pursuit of effective solutions and sustainable practices.
Functions and Responsibilities:
1.Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment:
Develop and implement a comprehensive water quality monitoring program to track
contamination levels, identify sources of pollution, and assess potential risks.
Collaborate with local environmental agencies to ensure accurate and up-to-date data
collection and analysis.
2.PFAS Remediation Strategies:
Research and recommend innovative and scientifically sound approaches for PFAS
remediation, considering both short-term and long-term solutions.
Evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of different remediation technologies, such as
filtration, treatment, and containment.
Work with Town Administration to help develop MWRA connections, long term strategy
options, a long-term plan with funding needs, sources and advise SB and Town on
process to move forward.
3.Community Engagement and Education:
Organize public workshops, town hall meetings, and informational campaigns to
educate residents about PFAS contamination, potential health risks, and water
conservation practices, short term, and long term MWRA options, plans and costs.
Provide accessible resources and materials to help residents make informed decisions
regarding water usage and safety.
4.Regulatory Advocacy:
Collaborate with state and federal regulatory agencies to advocate for stricter guidelines
and regulations related to PFAS contamination and water quality standards.
Provide expert input and feedback on proposed regulations and policies.
5.Risk Communication and Mitigation:
Develop clear and transparent communication strategies for informing the public about
PFAS contamination, potential health risks, and ongoing remediation efforts.
Advise local authorities on effective risk mitigation measures, such as alternative water
sources and filtration systems.
6.Research and Innovation:
Collaborate with academic institutions, research organizations, and industry experts to
stay updated on the latest scientific developments and best practices in PFAS
remediation and clean water technologies.
Council Composition: The Town Clean Water/PFAS Remediation Advisory Council shall consist of an odd
no. of diverse members who bring expertise and experience from various sectors, including:
Local Town government – Town Manager/ Director of DPW
Town Resident Representatives, General and some preferably from:
o Environmental science and engineering
o Public health and medical professionals
o Local Town government officials
o Water utility representatives
o Community organizations
o Legal experts
o Academic researchers
Liaison from Select Board, Board of Health, Planning Board, Sustainable Green, and
Appropriations Committees
Meeting Frequency: The Council shall meet regularly, at least monthly initially, to discuss progress,
review data, strategize on remediation efforts, and plan community engagement activities.
Reporting: The Council shall provide regular updates and reports to the Select Board, regulatory
agencies, and the public, detailing its findings, recommendations, and ongoing initiatives.
Duration: The Town Clean Water/PFAS Remediation Advisory Council shall operate on an ongoing basis,
with a periodic review of its effectiveness and relevance conducted every two years.
Conclusion: The establishment of the Town Clean Water/PFAS Remediation Advisory Council reflects
our commitment to addressing water contamination challenges and safeguarding the health and well-
being of our community. Through collaboration, expertise, and informed decision-making, we can work
together to achieve clean, safe, and sustainable water resources for present and future generations.
Feb.22,2024
2024 Annual Town Meeting
Draft Article List
Reports
●Acceptance of Town Reports (Sponsor:Select Board)
Financial -Fiscal Year 2024
●FY 24 Supplemental Appropriation and Transfers (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Unpaid Bills from Previous Fiscal Years (Sponsor:Town Manager)
Financial -Fiscal Year 2025
●Rescind Authorized but Unissued Debt (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Excess Bond Premium (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Set the Salary of Elected Officials (Sponsor:Select Board)
●Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●FY 2025 Revolving Funds Spending Limits (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●PEG Access and Cable Related Fund Revolving Account Funding (Sponsor:Town
Manager)
●Chapter 90 Highway Funds (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Transfer to Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Transfer to the General Stabilization Fund (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Transfer to Capital Expense Stabilization Fund (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Transfer to the School Special Education Reserve Fund (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Opioid Funds Appropriation (Town Manager)
●Transportation Network Company Rideshare Funds (Town Manager)
Capital Expenses and Projects
●Pay As You Go Capital Expenses (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Paper Record Digitization -All Town Records (Sponsor:Town Manager)
●Schools Districtwide HVAC Air Handling Units (Sponsor:School Committee)
●Hopkins School Addition &Renovation (Sponsor:School Committee)
●Ash St.Drainage Improvement (Sponsor:Director of Public Works)
●Roadway &Sidewalks,DiCarlo Rd.,Barbara Rd.,Peppercorn Rd.(Sponsor:Director of
Public Works)
●Granite St.Culvert Replacement (Sponsor:Director of Public Works)
●Municipal Parking (10 Walcott St.,14 Main St.,0 Main St.)(Sponsor:Select Board)
●Toxic Chemicals Testing (Sponsor:Sustainable Green Committee)
●Legislative Petition -Senior Tax Exemptions for School Building Project Costs (Sponsor:
Select Board)
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Community Preservation Funds
●Community Preservation Funds (Sponsor:Community Preservation Committee)
●Community Preservation Recommendations (Sponsor:Community Preservation Committee)
○66 Fruit Street -Affordable Housing Parcel Survey
○Conservation Restriction for Rice Woods/Jenner Property
○Conservation Restriction for Hughes Property
○Headstone Restoration
○Restoration of Historical Society Building
○Engineering Study,Design &Construction Documents for Inclusive Playground
○Storage Shed at Fruit Street Fields
○Chamberlain Connector Trails
○Issadore Parcel,0 Cedar St.
○Carroll Parcel,0 Hill St.
○Larter Parcel,0 Wood St./5 Mechanic St.
○Colella Parcel,0 Hayden Rowe
○McDonough Parcel,0 Spring St.
Zoning Bylaw/Zoning Map Amendments
●Zoning Bylaw Amendment -MBTA Communities Zoning (Sponsor:Planning Board)
●Zoning Map Change,1 Colonial Ave.,81 &83 Hayden Rowe (Sponsor:Citizens Petition)
General Bylaw Amendments
●Amend General Bylaw -Noncriminal Disposition (Sponsor:Conservation Commission)
●Amend General Bylaw -Town Meeting Attendance/Speaking (Sponsor:Select Board)
●Amend General Bylaw -Expand Membership Opportunities on the Appropriation Committee,
Capital Improvement Committee &Community Preservation Committee (Sponsor:Select
Board)
●Amend General Bylaw -Leash Law (Sponsor:Trail Coordination &Management Committee)
Land Acquisition and Disposition
●Accept Gift of Land -Whisper Way (Sponsor:Planning Board)
●Accept Gift of Land -Connelly Farm Subdivision (Sponsor:Planning Board)
●Accept Gift of Land -Elmwood III Subdivision Parcel A (Sponsor:Select Board)
●Land Acquisition -Colella Property,0 Hayden Rowe (Sponsor:Select Board;OSPC has
voted to co-sponsor)
●Land Acquisition -McDonough Property,0 Spring St.(Sponsor:Select Board)
●Property Disposition -0 Duffield Rd.&0 Beach St.(Sponsor:Select Board)
●Property Disposition -Lease Town land at 0 Clinton St.(R26-12-0)for cell tower.
(Sponsor:Select Board)
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●Permanent Easement -Lake Maspenock Dam Operations &Maintenance (Sponsor:
Director of Public Works)
●Transfer Care,Custody and Control of Echo Trail Parcels to Open Space Preservation
Commission (Sponsor:OSPC)
Administrative
●Adopt Specialized Energy Code (Sponsor:Sustainable Green Committee)
●Amend Charter -Correct statutory reference in Section 3-1(d)to M.G.L.c.41,§97A (not §97)
to confirm the Police Chief’s status as a “strong chief.”(Sponsor:Select Board)
●Create Government Study Committee (Sponsor:Citizens Petition)
●MWRA Connection related matters (Sponsor:Select Board)
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ARTICLE:Accept Gift of Land -Elmwood III Subdivision;Sponsor:Select Board
To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to acquire,by gift,a fee interest
in a certain parcel of land consisting of 4.793 acres in Parcel A as shown on a plan entitled
“Plan of Land in Hopkinton,Massachusetts"prepared by GLM Engineering Consultants,Inc.
and dated December 11,2023,a copy of which is available for inspection at the Office of the
Town Clerk,said land being a portion of property located off Blueberry Lane and Myrtle Avenue,
as shown as all or portions of the following parcels:Assessors Map U23 Block 63 Lot 0,Map
U22 Block 63 Lot 0,Map U22 Block 64 Lot 0,Map U22 Block 102 Lot 0,Map U22 Block 101 Lot
0,and Map U22 Block 65 Lot 0;said land to be used for open space purposes.
Pass any vote or take any action relative thereto.
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THIS PLAN WAS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCEDURAL ANO TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR THE PRACTICE Of LANO SURVEYING IN THE COf.lMONWEAI.TH OF MASSACHUSETTS
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I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE PROf>ERTl' LINES SHOWN ON THIS PLAN ARE LINES OiVIDING EXISTING OWNERSHIPS, ANO E LINES OF TI,E STREETS ANO WAYS SHOWN ARE THOSE PUBLIC OR PRIVATE STREETS OR WAYS AL.READY TA.BUSHED, AND THAT NO NEW LINES FOR OMSION Of ISTING OWNERSHIP OR FOR NEW WAYS ARE SHOWN.
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2) PLAN NO. 622 OF 2021
3) PLAN NO. 714 Of 2022
4) PLAN NO. 766 Of 2023
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To:Select Board
From:Norman Khumalo
Date:February 23,2024
Ref:Staff Report -Select Board February 27,2024 Meeting
1.Main Street Corridor Project:Dave Daltorio (Town Engineer/Facilities Director),Michell
Murdock (Project Specialist),and Nicole Bratsos (Inspector of Construction,Utilities,and
Permitting)reported that the contractor repainted the crosswalks on Main Street at Church
Street,Main Street and Hayden Rowe intersection;and at the Grove Street and Main Street
Intersection were repainted.They also added pedestrian crossing signs at the first two
intersections,where the contractor will activate flashing beacons in the future.
2.Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)treatment project:Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl
Substances (PFAS)treatment project:Nicole Bratsos,Inspector of Construction,Utilities,
and Permitting,has confirmed the following update.Rubb Building Systems will deliver the
frame-supported membrane structure on February 26.Rubb Building Systems will send a site
crew to offload the structure.The setup will take approximately two weeks.The Town is
coordinating with Bay State Regional Contractors,Inc.on the details of the delivery and
setup.Bay State Regional Contractors,Inc.was on site the week of February 19th to work on
process piping.Once the building is in place,they will move forward with additional process
piping and electrical wiring.After that,testing of the equipment will commence.Updated
sampling results are available on the Town's Water &Sewer website.Again,PFAS
information for owners of private wells is available here.If residents have questions or
concerns regarding PFAS in private wells,they may contact the Health Services Department
at 508-497-9725.
3.Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA)Southborough Interconnection Project:
PARE Engineering's work on the 30%MWRA Southborough Interconnection project design
is progressing well.Overall,the design is almost halfway further.The staff-level project team
meeting on February 20,2024 confirmed:
a.The projected 2.7 million gallons per day (MGD)from MWRA,which is the
current maximum day demand (MDD)plus an additional 50 percent of MDD for
future buildout,will meet Hopkinton's needs (inclusive of future commercial,
residential,and PFAS-related needs).
b.Engineers continue to engage Eversource regarding whether the LNG exclusion
zones impact the proposed pump station location.
c.Engineers will prepare an informal letter of interest to the Water Resources
Commission.
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