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10 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Joseph Fisher, William Ramsey, Liz Klein
Absent: None
Nominate and appoint Joseph M. Fisher as Chair of the Select Board
To nominate and appoint Joseph M. Fisher as Chair of the Select Board.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to nominate and appoint Joseph M. Fisher as Chair of the Select Board. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Approve the minutes dated May 14, 2021
To approve the minutes dated May 14, 2021.
Yes: Fisher, RamseyAbstained: Klein
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated May 14, 2021. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: abstain Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the minutes dated May 18, 2021
To approve the minutes dated May 18, 2021.
Yes: Fisher, RamseyAbstained: Klein
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the minutes dated May 18, 2021. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: abstain Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the Chair to approve all bills, drafts, orders and payrolls on behalf of the Select Board pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 56
To authorize the Chair to approve all bills, drafts, orders and payrolls on behalf of the Select Board pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 56.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Chair to approve all bills, drafts, orders and payrolls on behalf of the Select Board pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, § 56. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. for Athletic Field Turf Maintenance in an amount not to exceed $408,875.86
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. for Athletic Field Turf Maintenance in an amount not to exceed $408,875.86.
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. for Athletic Field Turf Maintenance in an amount not to exceed $408,875.86. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with East Coast Sealcoating, Inc. for Plymouth River tennis court repair/resurfacing in an amount not to exceed $64,560.00
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with East Coast Sealcoating, Inc. for Plymouth River tennis court repair/resurfacing in an amount not to exceed $64,560.00.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with East Coast Sealcoating, Inc. for Plymouth River tennis court repair/resurfacing in an amount not to exceed $64,560.00. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey)
The Board approve the installation by Hingham Girls Softball of a shed on Carlson Field in accordance with the specifications, and in the location, set forth in the submission received by the...
That the Board approve the installation by Hingham Girls Softball of a shed on Carlson Field in accordance with the specifications, and in the location, set forth in the submission received by the Select Board on May 19, 2021, at the sole cost and expense of Hingham Girls Softball, subject to the following conditions: 1. Hingham Girls Softball 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 and the Town hereby accepts said gift under M.G.L. c. 44, § 53A½. Said shed may from time to time be relocated or removed in the discretion of the Town. 3. The shed shall be used by Hingham Girls Softball only for the storage of equipment for operation of the league which use shall not be exclusive. The Town shall have the right, upon notice to Hingham Girls Softball, to inspect the contents of the shed. 4. All property kept within the shed shall be stored at Hingham Girls Softball'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. Hingham Girls Softball shall be responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and repair the shed. Hingham Girls Softball will post a sign reflecting this information.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion that the Board approve the installation by Hingham Girls Softball of a shed on Carlson Field in accordance with the specifications, and in the location, set forth in the submission received by the Select Board on May 19, 2021, at the sole cost and expense of Hingham Girls Softball, subject to the following conditions: 1. Hingham Girls Softball 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 and the Town hereby accepts said gift under M.G.L. c. 44, § 53A½. Said shed may from time to time be relocated or removed in the discretion of the Town. 3. The shed shall be used by Hingham Girls Softball only for the storage of equipment for operation of the league which use shall not be exclusive. The Town shall have the right, upon notice to Hingham Girls Softball, to inspect the contents of the shed. 4. All property kept within the shed shall be stored at Hingham Girls Softball'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. Hingham Girls Softball shall be responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and repair the shed. Hingham Girls Softball will post a sign reflecting this information. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Kelly Griffin on behalf of Kate's Table for "Polly Thayer Starr: Spirit of Discovery" Opening Reception at Weir River...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Kelly Griffin on behalf of Kate's Table for "Polly Thayer Starr: Spirit of Discovery" Opening Reception at Weir River Farm on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 5 pm to 7 pm.
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Kelly Griffin on behalf of Kate's Table for "Polly Thayer Starr: Spirit of Discovery" Opening Reception at Weir River Farm on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 5 pm to 7 pm. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Michael Snowdale on behalf of Stellwagen Beer Company for a Picnic at Weir River Farm on Thursday, June 17 and...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Michael Snowdale on behalf of Stellwagen Beer Company for a Picnic at Weir River Farm on Thursday, June 17 and Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 4:30 pm to 9 pm.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages License to Michael Snowdale on behalf of Stellwagen Beer Company for a Picnic at Weir River Farm on Thursday, June 17 and Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 4:30 pm to 9 pm. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
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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