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15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Note on these minutes: Array
Present: Mary Power, Joseph Fisher, William Ramsey
Absent: None
Approve the minutes dated November 19, 2020
To approve the minutes dated November 19, 2020.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated November 19, 2020. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the minutes dated November 25, 2020
To approve the minutes dated November 25, 2020.
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the minutes dated November 25, 2020. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Approve the minutes dated December 3, 2020
To approve the minutes dated December 3, 2020.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated December 3, 2020. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Enter into a Grant Agreement by and among the Board, the Community Preservation Committee and the Hingham Historical Society for the grant of $772,000 in Community Preservation Act funds approved...
To enter into a Grant Agreement by and among the Board, the Community Preservation Committee and the Hingham Historical Society for the grant of $772,000 in Community Preservation Act funds approved under Article 19 by the 2020 Annual Town Meeting in accordance with the conditions of said Article 19.
“Ms. Power made a motion to enter into a Grant Agreement by and among the Board, the Community Preservation Committee and the Hingham Historical Society for the grant of $772,000 in Community Preservation Act funds approved under Article 19 by the 2020 Annual Town Meeting in accordance with the conditions of said Article 19. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power, second: Fisher)
Enter into a Right of First Refusal/Reimbursement Agreement and Use Restriction with the Hingham Historical Society in accordance with the requirements and conditions of the Grant Agreement
To enter into a Right of First Refusal/Reimbursement Agreement and Use Restriction with the Hingham Historical Society in accordance with the requirements and conditions of the Grant Agreement;.
“Mr. Fisher made a motion to enter into a Right of First Refusal/Reimbursement Agreement and Use Restriction with the Hingham Historical Society in accordance with the requirements and conditions of the Grant Agreement;. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Approve a Preservation Restriction Agreement between the Hingham Historical Society and the Hingham Historical Commission in accordance with the requirements and conditions of the Grant Agreement,...
To approve a Preservation Restriction Agreement between the Hingham Historical Society and the Hingham Historical Commission in accordance with the requirements and conditions of the Grant Agreement, subject to the approval of the Massachusetts Historical Commission.
“Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve a Preservation Restriction Agreement between the Hingham Historical Society and the Hingham Historical Commission in accordance with the requirements and conditions of the Grant Agreement, subject to the approval of the Massachusetts Historical Commission. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Authorize the Chair of the Board to execute such Agreements and take all actions necessary and appropriate to effectuate the provisions of said Article 19 and the Grant Agreement
To authorize the Chair of the Board to execute such Agreements and take all actions necessary and appropriate to effectuate the provisions of said Article 19 and the Grant Agreement.
“Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Chair of the Board to execute such Agreements and take all actions necessary and appropriate to effectuate the provisions of said Article 19 and the Grant Agreement. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the disbursement of the grant funds in accordance with, and subject to, the terms of the Grant Agreement
To authorize the disbursement of the grant funds in accordance with, and subject to, the terms of the Grant Agreement.
“Ms. Power made a motion to authorize the disbursement of the grant funds in accordance with, and subject to, the terms of the Grant Agreement. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the Chair to sign the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Agreement with SEMASS effective January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025
To authorize the Chair to sign the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Agreement with SEMASS effective January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025.
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Chair to sign the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Agreement with SEMASS effective January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 800 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Stoddard Road, 340 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Meadow View Road, and 155 feet of 2‐inch gas...
To approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 800 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Stoddard Road, 340 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Meadow View Road, and 155 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Pleasant Street. The gas main in Stoddard Rd. will originate at the intersection of Union St. and Stoddard Rd., connecting into the existing 8‐inch gas main and continuing easterly in Stoddard Rd. to its terminus at Pleasant St.; the gas main in Pleasant St. will originate at the terminus of Stoddard Rd. and continue in Pleasant St. to completion at approximately #85 Pleasant St.; and, the gas main in Meadow View Rd. will originate at the intersection of Stoddard Rd. and Meadow View Rd. and continue in Meadow View Rd. to completion at approximately #10 Meadow View Rd. These gas mains will replace existing 2‐inch bare steel (1925/1928, 1952, and 1926, respectively), and five‐feet of 2‐inch plastic in Meadow View Rd. (1977). The age of the abandoned main is between 68 and 95 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated December 1, 2020.
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 800 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Stoddard Road, 340 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Meadow View Road, and 155 feet of 2‐inch gas main in Pleasant Street. The gas main in Stoddard Rd. will originate at the intersection of Union St. and Stoddard Rd., connecting into the existing 8‐inch gas main and continuing easterly in Stoddard Rd. to its terminus at Pleasant St.; the gas main in Pleasant St. will originate at the terminus of Stoddard Rd. and continue in Pleasant St. to completion at approximately #85 Pleasant St.; and, the gas main in Meadow View Rd. will originate at the intersection of Stoddard Rd. and Meadow View Rd. and continue in Meadow View Rd. to completion at approximately #10 Meadow View Rd. These gas mains will replace existing 2‐inch bare steel (1925/1928, 1952, and 1926, respectively), and five‐feet of 2‐inch plastic in Meadow View Rd. (1977). The age of the abandoned main is between 68 and 95 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated December 1, 2020. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Charles Souther as a Special Police Officer for a term ending June 30, 2021
To reappoint Charles Souther as a Special Police Officer for a term ending June 30, 2021.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Charles Souther as a Special Police Officer for a term ending June 30, 2021. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Appoint Daniel McGonagle to the Development and Industrial Commission to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2025
To appoint Daniel McGonagle to the Development and Industrial Commission to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2025.
“Vote: Ms Powermade a motion to appoint Daniel McGonagle to the Development and Industrial Commission to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2025. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Power, second: Ramsey)
Appoint Mark LaBelle to the Energy Action Committee to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2022
To appoint Mark LaBelle to the Energy Action Committee to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2022.
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to appoint Mark LaBelle to the Energy Action Committee to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2022. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Renew the Annual Common Victualler Licenses as presented
To renew the Annual Common Victualler Licenses as presented.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to renew the Annual Common Victualler Licenses as presented. Mr. Fisher seconded. Atlantic Bagel & Coffee, 282 Main Street b.good LLC, 94 Derby Street, Suite 237 Barnes & Noble, 96 Derby Street, Suite 300 Bloomy Rind, 21 Main Street Brewed Awakenings, Inc. 19 Main Street Broad Cove Auctions, 20 Broad Cove Road Bruegger's Bagel Bakery, 211 Lincoln Street Capital One Café, 92 Derby Street CAVA Mezze Grill, LLC, 94 Derby Street, Suite 239 Chill Gelato, LLC/ dba Gelato & Chill , 92 Derby Street Dunkin Donuts, 179 Lincoln Street Elite Vending/Avanti Market, 1 Talbots Drive Flik at Blue Cross Blue Shield, 25 Technology Place Hingham House of Pizza, 74 North Street Nona's Homemade, Inc., 19 Main Street Panera Bread, 92 Derby Street Pilgrim Skating Arena, 75 Recreation Park Drive Redeye Roasters Coffee Lounge, 3 Otis Street Smile Zone, LLC/ dba Menchies Hingham Shipyard, 15 Shipyard Drive Starbucks Coffee Company, 1 Derby Street Starbucks Coffee Company, 184 Lincoln Street White's Pastry Shop, 98 Derby Street Whiting Street Donuts, 187 Whiting Street Whole Foods Market, 94 Derby Street Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Power: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
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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