Sudbury Municipal Minute

Published

June 16, 2022

| Town Manager | Updated

July 15, 2024

| Archived

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This video series provides information and updates from Town departments, committees and community members. Please click on the images below to view the episodes.

Episode 28: Welcome Combined Facilities Director Sandra Duran

Town Manager Hayes welcomes Sudbury’s new Combined Facilities Director Sandra Duran. They discuss Facilities Department projects, such as the Fairbank Community Center, as well as her past projects and experiences.

Episode 27: 2022 Annual Town Election

Town Manager Hayes speaks with Town Clerk Beth Klein about the March 28, 2022 Town Election. They discuss how the addition of a 6th precinct and a change in voting locations will affect Sudbury voters.

Learn more:

Episode 26: 2021 Employee & Supervisor of the Year

Town Manager Hayes interviews 2021 Employee of the Year, Technical Support Specialist Brian Powell, and 2021 Supervisor of the Year, Senior Center Director Deb Galloway.

Episode 25: Sudbury Sweater Throwdown

Town Manager Hayes gets the details on this year’s Sudbury Sweater Throwdown. Who will be the Champion? We speak with the illustrious panel of judges – Frank Mawhinney (Duck Soup & Skybar), Sally Hild (The Longfellow’s Wayside Inn Foundation), Rachael Robinson (Sudbury Historical Society & Museum), Esme Green (Goodnow Library) and Chris Hagger (Historical Commission) – to learn more.

Learn more:

Sudbury Sweater Throwdown
Sudbury Blanket available for purchase from the Historical Commission

Episode 24: Commission on Disability

Town Manager Hayes speaks with Commission on Disability (COD) Vice-Chair Kay Bell regarding COD’s mission, work and upcoming programs.

Learn more:

ADA Evaluation and Transition Plan
Commission on Disability
Disability Flag Pin
Virtual Special Presentation: Creating a Welcoming Community for People with Brain-Based Conditions – Wednesday November 10, 2021 at 7PM

Episode 23: Park & Recreation – Fall 2021 Programs & Events

Town Manager Hayes speaks with Park & Recreation Youth Coordinator Tricia Sardagnola and Program Coordinator Christine Sturniolo about upcoming programs and events.

Sign up or learn more:

Preschool Playtime – Fridays at 1:30PM
Wild Wednesdays – Early Release Wednesdays at 12:15PM
The Great Pumpkin Carving Walk-Through – Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 6:45PM

Episode 22: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission

Town Manager Hayes speaks with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission (DEI) Co-Chair Nalini Luthra regarding the mission and work of this new group.

Episode 21: Dutton Road Bridge Replacement Project

Town Manager Hayes goes on site at the Dutton Road Bridge to discuss the Bridge & Dam Replacement Project with Deputy Public Works Director/Town Engineer Bill O’Rourke. Work on the project is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 26. See below for more details.

Video Index

1. What is the Dutton Road Bridge Project? 00:14
2. Why is this project necessary? 01:26
3. Why the delays with the project? 03:00
4. What is going to be replaced/repaired during this project? 04:50
5. What about the pedestrian bridge? 06:39
6. What is the Water District involvement with the project? 08:23
7. How will vehicle and pedestrian traffic on Dutton Road be affected? 10:25
8. What else do we need to know? 12:19
Bonus: Project process, start to finish 13:53

Learn More:

DETOUR MAP – Dutton Road Bridge Project
Dutton Road Bridge Project RENDERING
Dutton Road/Stearns Millpond Dam Project PRESENTATION (2018 Annual Town Meeting)
Bridge Pipe Deterioration Photo

Episode 20: Sudbury Town Government Experience with Extern Joseph Sziabowski

Town Manager Hayes speaks with Sudbury resident and Summer Extern Joe Sziabowski regarding his interest in municipal government and what he has learned during his time with the Town Manager.

Episode 19: Memorial Day 2021

Town Manager Hayes visits the 1LT Scott Milley Memorial and speaks with Veterans Agent Mike Hennessey and Veterans Assistant Stanley Spear on the occasion of Memorial Day.

Episode 18: Town Meeting with Moderator Cate Blake

Town Manager Hayes speaks with Sudbury Town Moderator Cate Blake about her new role and what to expect at the 2021 Annual Town Meeting this May.

Episode 17: Fire Station #2

Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. takes a tour of Fire Station #2, located at 550 Boston Post Road, with Fire Chief John Whalen. They discuss the current facility and the proposed addition which will go before Annual Town Meeting this May.

Episode 16: Domestic Violence – The Shadow Pandemic

To help shed light on domestic violence, Sudbury Social Worker Bethany Hadvab and Police Chief Nix spoke with Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. regarding the “Shadow Pandemic” in Sudbury – what it is, how COVID-19 has contributed to the growing crisis and what resources are available to help.

Learn More:

Domestic Violence Services Network (DVSN)
Jail Diversion/Co-Response Program
MA Safelink Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline: 877-785-2020
Shadow Pandemic Awareness Month Proclamation
Sudbury Social Worker – COVID Resource Guide on Domestic Violence
Voices Against Violence
Wheel of Power & Control

Episode 15: Senior Center – Service and Programs During COVID

Town Manager Hayes speaks with Senior Center Director Deb Galloway and Volunteer Program Coordinator Janet Lipkin regarding the resources available to Sudbury’s Seniors and how program offerings have adapted to pandemic needs.

Learn More:

Senior Center Resources

Senior Center Contacts

Main: 978-443-3055 or senior@sudbury.ma.us
Director: Debra Galloway at 978-639-3266 or gallowayd@sudbury.ma.us
Outreach Specialist: Ana Cristina Oliveira at 978-639-3268 or oliveiraa@sudbury.ma.us
Volunteer Program Coordinator: Janet Lipkin at 978-639-3223 or lipkinj@sudbury.ma.us

Episode 14: 2020 Employee & Supervisor of the Year

Town Manager Hayes interviews 2020 Employee of the Year, Officer Al Hutchinson and 2020 Supervisor of the Year, Health Director Bill Murphy. Hear about their careers, experiences and what earning “employee of the year” has meant in 2020.

Learn More: Sudbury Recognizes Employee & Supervisor of the Year

Episode 13: Park, Recreation & Aquatics

Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. speaks with Park & Recreation Director Dennis Mannone, Youth Coordinator Tricia Sardagnola and Program Coordinator Christine Sturniolo about upcoming programs and events.

Learn More:

Adult Paint Night – Friday, October 16, 2020 (7 – 9:15PM)
Kid Paint Night – Friday, October 23, 2020 (6:30 – 8:30PM)
Great Pumpkin Drive-Through – Friday, October 30 (6 – 8PM)

Episode 12: Gold Star Families

In commemoration of Gold Star Family Day, Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. speaks with Veterans’ Agent Mike Hennessy and Veterans’ Services Assistant Stan Spear.

Episode 11: Planning & Community Development

Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. speaks with Planning & Community Development Director Adam Duchesneau.

Episode 10: Race Amity Day

Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. speaks with National Center for Race Amity founder William “Smitty” Smith, Ed.D and Nell Forgacs of the Sudbury Race Amity Day Task Force regarding Race Amity Day, scheduled for Sunday, June 14, 2020.

Learn more:

Sudbury Race Amity Day Proclamation
Sudbury Race Amity Task Force: https://www.sudburyraceamity.org/

Episode 9: Congratulations Class of 2020!

Sudbury is proud of our graduates! Town departments share reflections and well wishes for the Class of 2020 in this special episode. Hear from Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr., Fire Lieutenant/EMT Alex Gardner, Planning & Community Development Director Adam Duchesneau, Goodnow Teen Librarian Lily Nicolazzo, Park & Recreation and Aquatics Director Dennis Mannone, Information Officer Leila Frank and Police Lieutenant John Perodeau.

Episode 8: Department of Public Works

Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. speaks with DPW Director Dan Nason.

Episode 7: Annual Town Election

Town Manager Henry Hayes, Jr. speaks with Town Clerk Beth Klein regarding Annual Town Election, which has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 23, 2020, Voting by Mail and new precautions to be taken at the polls on Election Day in response to COVID-19.