Town Hall Advisory Committee

BACKGROUND

The Town of Hudson is in need of significant improvements to the Town Hall building due to accessibility limitations and inadequate space for both the public and staff.

CHARGE by BOS

The Town Hall Advisory Committee (THAC) is established by the Board of Selectmen (BOS) to develop a strategic plan for addressing Town Hall needs. This includes evaluating the renovation of the existing Town Hall, the potential repurposing of the building, or the construction of a new Town Hall.

PURPOSE                                                                                                                                         

The purpose of THAC is to review, evaluate, and make formal recommendations to the BOS regarding the future of the Town Hall. The committee will:

• Develop a clear, logical strategy to assess whether to renovate, rebuild, or repurpose the existing building.
• Review existing and potential future design concepts.
• Evaluate cost estimates for both renovation and new construction options, using industry-standard square foot cost metrics.
• Prepare conceptual-level site and building plans, with an emphasis on site-specifc development cost analysis.

All recommendations must be submitted to the BOS by November 1, 2025, with a focus on fiscally responsible solutions.

MEETING TIMES                                                                                                                            

The committee shall convene immediately following BOS recognition, with bi-weekly meetings scheduled thereafter. Materials for review will be distributed in advance of each meeting to allow for preparation. Department heads and staff may be invited to participate to provide input on space and facility needs. THAC shall continue its work until the BOS determines otherwise.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                 

• Members are expected to collaborate openly, participate constructively, and advocate for the committee’s charge.
• Deliberations should be respectful, with efforts made to reach consensus on all recommendations.
• Members should come prepared, ask questions, and seek clarification to ensure well-informed decision-making.
• The Board of Selectmen reserves the right to remove or replace any member who does not fulfill their responsibilities.