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Hingham Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

June 4, 2019

19 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Array

Present: Karen Johnson, Mary Power, Joseph Fisher

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the minutes dated May 21, 2019

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the minutes dated May 21, 2019.

From the minutes

“Ms. Power made a motion to approve the minutes dated May 21, 2019. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the minutes dated May 23, 2019

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the minutes dated May 23, 2019.

From the minutes

“Ms. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes dated May 23, 2019. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favour, 3-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Fisher)

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The Board approve the installation by Hingham Little League of a shed on Lynch Field in accordance with the specifications, and in the location, set forth in the submission received by the Board...

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

That the Board approve the installation by Hingham Little League of a shed on Lynch Field in accordance with the specifications, and in the location, set forth in the submission received by the Board of Selectmen on May 30, 2019, at the sole cost and expense of Hingham Little League, subject to the following conditions: 1. Hingham Little League is responsible for obtaining, and is hereby authorized to apply for, all necessary permits for the installation of the shed, and such installation shall be done in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and permits. 2. Upon installation, the shed shall become the property of the Town of Hingham. 3. The shed shall be used solely for the storage of equipment used by Hingham Little League for operation of the league. The Town shall have the right, upon request to Hingham Little League, to inspect the contents of the shed. 4. All property kept within the shed shall be stored at Hingham Little League's sole risk and the Town of Hingham shall have no responsibility or liability for the contents of the shed or any damage to the shed or its contents. 5. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary set forth in the Concession Agreement, dated June 15, 2015, between the Town of Hingham and Hingham Youth Football, Hingham Little League and Hingham Youth Hockey, as to the respective obligations of the parties with respect to maintenance of Lynch Field, Hingham Little League shall be solely responsible for the maintenance and repair of t

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion that the Board approve the installation by Hingham Little League of a shed on Lynch Field in accordance with the specifications, and in the location, set forth in the submission received by the Board of Selectmen on May 30, 2019, at the sole cost and expense of Hingham Little League, subject to the following conditions: 1. Hingham Little League is responsible for obtaining, and is hereby authorized to apply for, all necessary permits for the installation of the shed, and such installation shall be done in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and permits. 2. Upon installation, the shed shall become the property of the Town of Hingham. 3. The shed shall be used solely for the storage of equipment used by Hingham Little League for operation of the league. The Town shall have the right, upon request to Hingham Little League, to inspect the contents of the shed. 4. All property kept within the shed shall be stored at Hingham Little League's sole risk and the Town of Hingham shall have no responsibility or liability for the contents of the shed or any damage to the shed or its contents. 5. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary set forth in the Concession Agreement, dated June 15, 2015, between the Town of Hingham and Hingham Youth Football, Hingham Little League and Hingham Youth Hockey, as to the respective obligations of the parties with respect to maintenance of Lynch Field, Hingham Little League shall be solely responsible for the maintenance and repair of the shed for so long as the Concession Agreement (or any subsequent agreement) remains in effect. In the event of damage or casualty to the shed, Hingham Little League shall promptly secure, repair or, if necessary, remove the shed. If the condition of the shed at any time is deemed a public safety hazard by the Town, in its sole discretion, the Town shall have the right, at Hingham Little League's expense, to secure the shed and, if necessary, after not less than 10 days' written notice to Hingham Little League, to remove the shed. 6. If at any time after the expiration of the Concession Agreement (or any subsequent agreement governing Hingham Little League's use of Lynch Field), the Town notifies Hingham Little League (or its successor) that it no longer has use of the shed and Hingham Little League fails to timely remove the contents, or if the contents of the shed are deemed abandoned by the Town, the Town may remove or replace any locks thereon, and remove and dispose of the contents of the shed and shall not be responsible to any party therefor. 7. Pending revision of the terms of the aforementioned Concession Agreement, the terms of items 1-6 are deemed incorporated into the Concession Agreement. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

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Authorize the Chair to execute on behalf of the Board a Memorandum of Understanding with the Massachusetts Office on Disability and the Department of Housing and Community Development in order to...

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To Authorize the Chair to execute on behalf of the Board a Memorandum of Understanding with the Massachusetts Office on Disability and the Department of Housing and Community Development in order to Ensure Americans with Disabilities Act "Self-Evaluation & Transition Plan" Compliance.

From the minutes

“Ms. Power made a motion to Authorize the Chair to execute on behalf of the Board a Memorandum of Understanding with the Massachusetts Office on Disability and the Department of Housing and Community Development in order to Ensure Americans with Disabilities Act "Self-Evaluation & Transition Plan" Compliance. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)

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Authorize counsel for the Town to sign and file a settlement of the proceeding identified as DPU 19-29 in substantially the form presented subject to the condition that this agreement be approved...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize counsel for the Town to sign and file a settlement of the proceeding identified as DPU 19-29 in substantially the form presented subject to the condition that this agreement be approved by the Town of Cohasset.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize counsel for the Town to sign and file a settlement of the proceeding identified as DPU 19-29 in substantially the form presented subject to the condition that this agreement be approved by the Town of Cohasset. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Paul Healey to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term ending June 30, 2022

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Paul Healey to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term ending June 30, 2022.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to appoint Paul Healey to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term ending June 30, 2022. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

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Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Capeway Roofing to complete a partial roof replacement at Town Hall

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Capeway Roofing to complete a partial roof replacement at Town Hall.

From the minutes

“Ms. Power made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Capeway Roofing to complete a partial roof replacement at Town Hall. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 3- 0.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Comprehensive Master Plan Agreement with Barrett Planning Group, LLC

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Comprehensive Master Plan Agreement with Barrett Planning Group, LLC.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Comprehensive Master Plan Agreement with Barrett Planning Group, LLC. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

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Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Memorandum of Agreement with National Grid for the Gas Main Installation project on Main Street

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Memorandum of Agreement with National Grid for the Gas Main Installation project on Main Street.

From the minutes

“Ms. Power made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Memorandum of Agreement with National Grid for the Gas Main Installation project on Main Street. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)

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Discharge, with thanks, the Water Company Acquisition Study Committee

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To discharge, with thanks, the Water Company Acquisition Study Committee.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to discharge, with thanks, the Water Company Acquisition Study Committee. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

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Waive the permit fees associated with the installation of the High School Clerestory Windows

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To waive the permit fees associated with the installation of the High School Clerestory Windows.

From the minutes

“Ms. Power made a motion to waive the permit fees associated with the installation of the High School Clerestory Windows. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)

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Waive the building permit and electrical permit fees for High School repairs resulting from the recent fire

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To waive the building permit and electrical permit fees for High School repairs resulting from the recent fire.

From the minutes

“Ms. Power made a motion to waive the building permit and electrical permit fees for High School repairs resulting from the recent fire. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)

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Waive the permit fees associated with the construction of a storage shed at Lynch Field

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To waive the permit fees associated with the construction of a storage shed at Lynch Field.

From the minutes

“Ms. Power made a motion to waive the permit fees associated with the construction of a storage shed at Lynch Field. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Mark Mignosa on behalf of Fruit Center Marketplace for the Spring Craft Beer Fest to be held at the Fruit Center...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Mark Mignosa on behalf of Fruit Center Marketplace for the Spring Craft Beer Fest to be held at the Fruit Center Marketplace parking lot on Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Mark Mignosa on behalf of Fruit Center Marketplace for the Spring Craft Beer Fest to be held at the Fruit Center Marketplace parking lot on Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Kelsey Strout on behalf of the McCourt Foundation for the Tour de South Shore Bike/Walk event to be held at Wompatuck...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Kelsey Strout on behalf of the McCourt Foundation for the Tour de South Shore Bike/Walk event to be held at Wompatuck State Park on Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Kelsey Strout on behalf of the McCourt Foundation for the Tour de South Shore Bike/Walk event to be held at Wompatuck State Park on Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Joan Meschino for a reception and fundraiser to be held at Ames Chapel on Monday, June 17, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Joan Meschino for a reception and fundraiser to be held at Ames Chapel on Monday, June 17, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Joan Meschino for a reception and fundraiser to be held at Ames Chapel on Monday, June 17, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Scott McIsaac on behalf of the Episcopal Parish of St. John the Evangelist for Summerfest 2019 to be held at the St....

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Scott McIsaac on behalf of the Episcopal Parish of St. John the Evangelist for Summerfest 2019 to be held at the St. John the Evangelist's church grounds on Sunday, June 23, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Scott McIsaac on behalf of the Episcopal Parish of St. John the Evangelist for Summerfest 2019 to be held at the St. John the Evangelist's church grounds on Sunday, June 23, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Abigail Coughlin on behalf of Compass for an employee reception to be held at The Launch at Hingham Shipyard on...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Abigail Coughlin on behalf of Compass for an employee reception to be held at The Launch at Hingham Shipyard on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Abigail Coughlin on behalf of Compass for an employee reception to be held at The Launch at Hingham Shipyard on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Ms. Power seconded. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

I recommend the Board enter in Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

I recommend the Board enter in Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel for the Water Superintendent position pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2). The Board will not resume open session this evening.

From the minutes

“Chair Johnson stated: I recommend the Board enter in Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel for the Water Superintendent position pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2). The Board will not resume open session this evening. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: Aye Ms. Power: Aye Ms. Johnson: Aye.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

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