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Hanson Select Board - June 23, 2026 Meeting
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Eversource Donates 7.7 Acres of Land at 61 Whitman Street to Hanson
The Select Board accepted a 7.7-acre parcel at 61 Whitman Street, donated by Eversource. The land is part of a cedar swamp and is contiguous to existing conservation land. The parcel is currently valued at $49,000 and is not expected to generate tax revenue or require town services. The board also discussed the historical context of the gas regulator project on Broadway and the subsequent land transfer.
Hanson Select Board Addresses Zoning Bylaw Needs and Property Contamination Issues
The Select Board discussed the Town Planner's report on zoning and land use initiatives. Key topics included the need for bylaws related to data centers and regulations for small clean energy infrastructure (225 CMR 29). The board was also updated on the status of several properties, including 751 Main Street (former gas station), which is a contaminated site with ownership issues and is being addressed with the Attorney General's office. The report also covered ongoing efforts related to the McQuan Street TIP project, High Street Park improvements, and the 228 High Street property assessment. The Town Administrator clarified that while the town has applied for four One-Stop grants, they have not yet been awarded.
Hanson Select Board Approves Departmental Fund Transfers and Liquor Licenses
The Select Board approved several line item transfers to reallocate funds within departmental budgets. These transfers include $19,000 for the Board of Health (transfer station) from salaries to disposal services, $20,000 for the Fire Department from overtime to computer services, $3,600 for Camp Kiwani staff wages to COVID expenses, $142,000 for the Police Department from patrol salaries and training to computer services, and $18,000 for the Highway Department from fuel to tools and equipment. The board also approved one-day liquor licenses for the Hanson Public Library Trivia event on July 15th, 2026, and for two private parties in 2026 and 2027.
Hanson Economic Development Committee Updates on Property Evaluation and Hanson Day Planning
The Economic Development Committee provided an update on their work, focusing on evaluating town properties (Zero West Washington, 212 Industrial Boulevard, Hawks Ave) and planning for Hanson Day. Jay Murray is organizing Hanson Day, scheduled for September 19th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Indian Head, with a rain date the following Saturday. The committee is seeking participation from civic groups, businesses, and performers, emphasizing that there is no budget for performers. The update also mentioned the ongoing work on the McQuan Street project and High Street Park improvements.
Eversource Donates Land Parcel to Hanson Amidst Discussion of Past Utility Projects
The Select Board discussed the Eversource donation of a 7.7-acre parcel at 61 Whitman Street. This land, part of a cedar swamp, was previously associated with a gas regulator project. Eversource completed a compliance check in 2024 and transferred the deed. The town accepted the donation, valued at $49,000, noting it would not generate tax revenue or require services. There was no information on environmental contamination (21E testing) for the property.
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