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August 25, 2020
2 meetings this evening, 23 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Hingham Select Board · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: Mary Power, Joseph Fisher, William Ramsey
Absent: None
1 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
The Chair stated that the Board would enter into Executive Session to discuss the Vista Verde Corp. lease at the South Shore Country Club under M.G.L. c 30A, § 21 (a)(6) if the chair declares that...
The Chair stated that the Board would enter into Executive Session to discuss the Vista Verde Corp. lease at the South Shore Country Club under M.G.L. c 30A, § 21 (a)(6) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. She said that the Board would reconvene in open session at 7pm.
From the minutes
“The Chair stated that the Board would enter into Executive Session to discuss the Vista Verde Corp. lease at the South Shore Country Club under M.G.L. c 30A, § 21 (a)(6) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. She said that the Board would reconvene in open session at 7pm. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.”
Hingham Select Board · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: Mary Power, Joseph Fisher, William Ramsey
Absent: None
22 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Approve the minutes dated July 21, 2020
To approve the minutes dated July 21, 2020.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated July 21, 2020. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 70 feet of 2-inch gas main in Central Street
To approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 70 feet of 2-inch gas main in Central Street. The gas main will originate at approximately #220 Central Street, connecting into the existing 2-inch gas main and continue westerly in Central Street, to completion at approximately #266 Central Street; and, to install and maintain approximately 10 feet of 2-inch gas main at the intersection of Sanborn Road, extending into Sanborn Road to connect to the existing main in Sanborn Road. This gas main will replace an existing 1.25" sleeved plastic main that is approximately 36 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulation of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated August 7, 2020.
From the minutes
“Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 70 feet of 2-inch gas main in Central Street. The gas main will originate at approximately #220 Central Street, connecting into the existing 2-inch gas main and continue westerly in Central Street, to completion at approximately #266 Central Street; and, to install and maintain approximately 10 feet of 2-inch gas main at the intersection of Sanborn Road, extending into Sanborn Road to connect to the existing main in Sanborn Road. This gas main will replace an existing 1.25" sleeved plastic main that is approximately 36 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulation of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated August 7, 2020. Mr. Fisher seconded Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
The Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Fifth Amendment to the lease with Vista Verde Corp. in the form of the execution draft dated August 25, 2020, for the...
That the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Fifth Amendment to the lease with Vista Verde Corp. in the form of the execution draft dated August 25, 2020, for the premises located at the South Shore Country Club, subject to receipt by the Board of an original of the Fifth Amendment duly executed by the Country Club Management Committee, Tenant and Guarantor.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Fifth Amendment to the lease with Vista Verde Corp. in the form of the execution draft dated August 25, 2020, for the premises located at the South Shore Country Club, subject to receipt by the Board of an original of the Fifth Amendment duly executed by the Country Club Management Committee, Tenant and Guarantor. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
The Board of Selectmen acting as the Board of Water Commissioners pursuant to Article 11 of the 2019 Town of Hingham Annual Town Meeting and Chapter 139 of the Acts of 1879 (as amended) and all...
That the Board of Selectmen acting as the Board of Water Commissioners pursuant to Article 11 of the 2019 Town of Hingham Annual Town Meeting and Chapter 139 of the Acts of 1879 (as amended) and all other applicable laws do hereby vote to authorize its Chair to execute and deliver the Third Amendment to the Agreement between the Town of Hingham and Suez Environmental Services, Inc. in substantially the form attached hereto.
The minutes record the motion and the second but not the vote.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion that the Board of Selectmen acting as the Board of Water Commissioners pursuant to Article 11 of the 2019 Town of Hingham Annual Town Meeting and Chapter 139 of the Acts of 1879 (as amended) and all other applicable laws do hereby vote to authorize its Chair to execute and deliver the Third Amendment to the Agreement between the Town of Hingham and Suez Environmental Services, Inc. in substantially the form attached hereto..” (Motion: Ramsey)
The Board of Selectmen, acting as the Board of Water Commissioners, authorize the Chair to sign the contract with Environmental Partners Group for engineering services associated with the Bulow...
That the Board of Selectmen, acting as the Board of Water Commissioners, authorize the Chair to sign the contract with Environmental Partners Group for engineering services associated with the Bulow Road, Bulow Place, and Forget Me Not Lane water main replacement project.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion that the Board of Selectmen, acting as the Board of Water Commissioners, authorize the Chair to sign the contract with Environmental Partners Group for engineering services associated with the Bulow Road, Bulow Place, and Forget Me Not Lane water main replacement project. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Appoint Beth Rouleau to the Senior Center Building Committee
To appoint Beth Rouleau to the Senior Center Building Committee.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Power made a motion to appoint Beth Rouleau to the Senior Center Building Committee. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)
Appoint Tom Carey to the Senior Center Building Committee
To appoint Tom Carey to the Senior Center Building Committee.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to appoint Tom Carey to the Senior Center Building Committee. Ms. Power seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Power)
Appoint Sally O'Hare to the Senior Center Building Committee
To appoint Sally O'Hare to the Senior Center Building Committee.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to appoint Sally O'Hare to the Senior Center Building Committee. Ms. Power seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Power)
Appoint Lauren Galvin to the Tree Preservation Study Committee
To appoint Lauren Galvin to the Tree Preservation Study Committee.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Power made a motion to appoint Lauren Galvin to the Tree Preservation Study Committee. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power, second: Ramsey)
Appoint Katie McBrine to the Tree Preservation Study Committee
To appoint Katie McBrine to the Tree Preservation Study Committee.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to appoint Katie McBrine to the Tree Preservation Study Committee. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Appoint Priya Howell to the Tree Preservation Study Committee
To appoint Priya Howell to the Tree Preservation Study Committee.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to appoint Priya Howell to the Tree Preservation Study Committee. Ms. Power seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Power)
Appoint Heather Kaas to the Tree Preservation Study Committee
To appoint Heather Kaas to the Tree Preservation Study Committee.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to appoint Heather Kaas to the Tree Preservation Study Committee. Ms. Power seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Power)
Appoint Stephanie Gertz to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To appoint Stephanie Gertz to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Power made a motion to appoint Stephanie Gertz to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power)
Appoint Keith Jermyn to the Commission on Disabilities for a three- year term ending June 30, 2023
To appoint Keith Jermyn to the Commission on Disabilities for a three- year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to appoint Keith Jermyn to the Commission on Disabilities 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)
Appoint Diane DiNapoli to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
To appoint Diane DiNapoli to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to appoint Diane DiNapoli to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey)
Authorize the Chair to sign the School Resource Office Agreement with Notre Dame Academy effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021
To authorize the Chair to sign the School Resource Office Agreement with Notre Dame Academy effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Chair to sign the School Resource Office Agreement with Notre Dame Academy effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021. Mr. Fisher seconded Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Authorize the Chair to approve all bills, drafts, orders, and payrolls on behalf of the Board of Selectmen pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 56
To authorize the Chair to approve all bills, drafts, orders, and payrolls on behalf of the Board of Selectmen pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 56.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Chair to approve all bills, drafts, orders, and payrolls on behalf of the Board of Selectmen pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 56. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the Board of Selectmen to sign the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Hingham Library Staff Association, Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL CIO effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021
To authorize the Board of Selectmen to sign the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Hingham Library Staff Association, Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL CIO effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Board of Selectmen to sign the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Hingham Library Staff Association, Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL CIO effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Appoint Matthew Puleo as a Special Officer for the Town of Hingham for a term ending April 30, 2021
To appoint Matthew Puleo as a Special Officer for the Town of Hingham for a term ending April 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Power made a motion to appoint Matthew Puleo as a Special Officer for the Town of Hingham for a term ending April 30, 2021. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)
Sign the Warrant for the 2020 State Primary
To sign the Warrant for the 2020 State Primary.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to sign the Warrant for the 2020 State Primary. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Discharge the Town Hall Study Committee with thanks
To discharge the Town Hall Study Committee with thanks.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Power made a motion to discharge the Town Hall Study Committee with thanks. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power, 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)
From the Hingham Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos of current members: Hingham Anchor candidate stories (William Ramsey 2020, Liz Klein 2021, Julie Strehle 2024). Former members show initials.
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