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July 14, 2020
26 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: Mary Power, Joseph Fisher, William Ramsey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes dated June 18, 2020 at 5:30 pm and the minutes dated June 18, 2020 at 7:00 pm
To approve the minutes dated June 18, 2020 at 5:30 pm and the minutes dated June 18, 2020 at 7:00 pm.
Yes: Fisher, PowerAbstained: Ramsey
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the minutes dated June 18, 2020 at 5:30 pm and the minutes dated June 18, 2020 at 7:00 pm. Ms. Power seconded. Ms. Power stated that she was not in attendance at the June 18 meeting at 7 pm, but she would vote so they could be approved. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: abstain Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)
Recommend an inter-department transfer to Legal Services from Engineering Salaries for $35,000
To recommend an inter-department transfer to Legal Services from Engineering Salaries for $35,000.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to recommend an inter-department transfer to Legal Services from Engineering Salaries for $35,000. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Recommend an inter-department transfer to Conservation Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $236
To recommend an inter-department transfer to Conservation Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $236.
Yes: Fisher, PowerAbstained: Ramsey
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to recommend an inter-department transfer to Conservation Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $236. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: abstain Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Recommend an inter-department transfer to Planning Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $220
To recommend an inter-department transfer to Planning Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $220.
Yes: Fisher, PowerAbstained: Ramsey
From the minutes
“Mr. Ramsey made a motion to recommend an inter-department transfer to Planning Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $220. Mr. Fisher seconded. Public Comment Public Comment: Mr. Michael Saitow, 34 Rockwood Rd, stated that he has reached out to the Town regarding an adjacent property at 32 Rockwood Road. He asked whom he should talk to find out if the Town owns the property. Ms. Power stated that she had read correspondence that had been sent to a previous Board member and has asked Ms. Wentworth of the Land Use and Development Office to look into the issue. Ms. Power anticipated he would hear from her soon. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: abstain Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Recommend an inter-department transfer to Veterans Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $157
Recommend an inter-department transfer to Veterans Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $157.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made to recommend an inter-department transfer to Veterans Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $157. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Recommend an inter-department transfer to Recreation Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $25
To recommend an inter-department transfer to Recreation Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $25.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to recommend an inter-department transfer to Recreation Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $25. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Recommend an inter-department transfer to Historical Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $109
To recommend an inter-department transfer to Historical Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $109.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to recommend an inter-department transfer to Historical Salaries from Land Use Salaries for $109. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Joseph Ruccio, Andy Touchette, David Ullrich, Mario Romania, and Michael Mecurio as Associate Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one-year term ending June 30, 2021
To reappoint Joseph Ruccio, Andy Touchette, David Ullrich, Mario Romania, and Michael Mecurio as Associate Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one-year term ending June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Joseph Ruccio, Andy Touchette, David Ullrich, Mario Romania, and Michael Mecurio as Associate Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one-year term ending June 30, 2021. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Claudia Eaton and Rikard Johnson to the Bare Cove Park Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Claudia Eaton and Rikard Johnson to the Bare Cove Park Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Claudia Eaton and Rikard Johnson to the Bare Cove Park Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Carolyn Aliski to the Beautification Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Carolyn Aliski to the Beautification Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Carolyn Aliski to the Beautification Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint John Rice to the Cable TV Advisory Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint John Rice to the Cable TV Advisory Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint John Rice to the Cable TV Advisory Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint William Harrington to the Community Preservation Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint William Harrington to the Community Preservation Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint William Harrington to the Community Preservation Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Thomas Roby, Robert Mosher and Henry Hidell to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Thomas Roby, Robert Mosher and Henry Hidell to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Thomas Roby, Robert Mosher and Henry Hidell to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Lucinda King Frode, Debra Sullivan and Linda Powers to the Council on Aging Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Lucinda King Frode, Debra Sullivan and Linda Powers to the Council on Aging Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Lucinda King Frode, Debra Sullivan and Linda Powers to the Council on Aging Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint William Friend and Sue Sullivan to the Country Club Management Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint William Friend and Sue Sullivan to the Country Club Management Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint William Friend and Sue Sullivan to the Country Club Management Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Robert Beal, Jr. as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Robert Beal, Jr. as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Robert Beal, Jr. as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Marco Boer to the Harbor Development Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Marco Boer to the Harbor Development Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Marco Boer to the Harbor Development Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Elizabeth Dings, Stephen Dempsey, and Robert Stansell to the Historical Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Elizabeth Dings, Stephen Dempsey, and Robert Stansell to the Historical Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Elizabeth Dings, Stephen Dempsey, and Robert Stansell to the Historical Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Tom Carey as a Trustee of the Hingham Public Library for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Tom Carey as a Trustee of the Hingham Public Library for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Tom Carey as a Trustee of the Hingham Public Library for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Ted Matthews as an Associate Member of the Planning Board for a one-year term ending June 30, 2021
To reappoint Ted Matthews as an Associate Member of the Planning Board for a one-year term ending June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Ted Matthews as an Associate Member of the Planning Board for a one-year term ending June 30, 2021. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Judith Nims as a Registrar for the Town of Hingham for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Judith Nims as a Registrar for the Town of Hingham for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Judith Nims as a Registrar for the Town of Hingham for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Adam Light to the Scholarship Fund Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Adam Light to the Scholarship Fund Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Adam Light to the Scholarship Fund Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Michael Studley and Philip Shute to the Shade Tree Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Michael Studley and Philip Shute to the Shade Tree Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Michael Studley and Philip Shute to the Shade Tree Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Scott Cyr to the Water Transition & Evaluation Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To reappoint Scott Cyr to the Water Transition & Evaluation Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Scott Cyr to the Water Transition & Evaluation Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the request of Hingham Downtown Association to use the sidewalks located at 39 Main Street to North Street, South Street from Central Street to North, North Street from Central to Mill...
To approve the request of Hingham Downtown Association to use the sidewalks located at 39 Main Street to North Street, South Street from Central Street to North, North Street from Central to Mill Street, and 69 Water Street for the annual Summer Sidewalk Sales on July 23-25, 2020 from 9 am to 6 pm subject to the following conditions: 1. Masks should be worn at all times by retailers and guests, provide signage downtown2. No food or beverages can be served to public, no samples or free tastings allowed 3. Retailers are in charge of their store space and in front of store, post signs on wearing amask on door 4. When possible maintain 6ft of space inside and outside of stores 5. Provide hand sanitizer to public and staff 6. Add arrows in store for flow of traffic 7. No sampling or application of personal goods 8. No alcohol can be served to the public. 9. Retailers are also responsible for keeping the sidewalks clear for free passage of pedestrians.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the request of Hingham Downtown Association to use the sidewalks located at 39 Main Street to North Street, South Street from Central Street to North, North Street from Central to Mill Street, and 69 Water Street for the annual Summer Sidewalk Sales on July 23-25, 2020 from 9 am to 6 pm subject to the following conditions: 1. Masks should be worn at all times by retailers and guests, provide signage downtown2. No food or beverages can be served to public, no samples or free tastings allowed 3. Retailers are in charge of their store space and in front of store, post signs on wearing amask on door 4. When possible maintain 6ft of space inside and outside of stores 5. Provide hand sanitizer to public and staff 6. Add arrows in store for flow of traffic 7. No sampling or application of personal goods 8. No alcohol can be served to the public. 9. Retailers are also responsible for keeping the sidewalks clear for free passage of pedestrians. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
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