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July 19, 2022
11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: William Ramsey, Joseph Fisher
Absent: Liz Klein
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes dated July 12, 2022
To approve the minutes dated July 12, 2022.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the minutes dated July 12, 2022. Mr. Ramsey seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Approve the request for a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Father Bill's and MainSpring for the Annual Donor Reception to be held at Hingham Shipyard on July 26, 2022 from 5:00...
To approve the request for a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Father Bill's and MainSpring for the Annual Donor Reception to be held at Hingham Shipyard on July 26, 2022 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the request for a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Father Bill's and MainSpring for the Annual Donor Reception to be held at Hingham Shipyard on July 26, 2022 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the request of Kay's Harbor Corp., d/b/a Stars on Hingham Harbor, 2-4 Otis Street, Hingham, MA for a Change of Manager from Megan Langley to Robert W. Nolan in accordance with the...
To approve the request of Kay's Harbor Corp., d/b/a Stars on Hingham Harbor, 2-4 Otis Street, Hingham, MA for a Change of Manager from Megan Langley to Robert W. Nolan in accordance with the Application for Change of Manager filed with the Town of Hingham on July 7, 2022; subject to the approval of the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the request of Kay's Harbor Corp., d/b/a Stars on Hingham Harbor, 2-4 Otis Street, Hingham, MA for a Change of Manager from Megan Langley to Robert W. Nolan in accordance with the Application for Change of Manager filed with the Town of Hingham on July 7, 2022; subject to the approval of the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Mr. Ramsey seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Proclaim August 13, 2022 as Farmers Market Day in the Town of Hingham
To proclaim August 13, 2022 as Farmers Market Day in the Town of Hingham.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to proclaim August 13, 2022 as Farmers Market Day in the Town of Hingham. Mr. Ramsey seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 1,350 feet of 4-inch gas main in Hobart Street
To approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 1,350 feet of 4-inch gas main in Hobart Street. The gas main in Hobart St. will originate at 29 Hobart Street, connecting into the existing 4-inch gas main and continuing southerly in Hobart Street, to the limit of work at 81 Hobart Street. This gas main will replace existing 2-inch bare steel main (1928 and 1932, respectively). The age of the abandoned main is between 90 and 94 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated June 28, 2022.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 1,350 feet of 4-inch gas main in Hobart Street. The gas main in Hobart St. will originate at 29 Hobart Street, connecting into the existing 4-inch gas main and continuing southerly in Hobart Street, to the limit of work at 81 Hobart Street. This gas main will replace existing 2-inch bare steel main (1928 and 1932, respectively). The age of the abandoned main is between 90 and 94 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated June 28, 2022. Mr. Ramsey seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 1,410 feet of 12‐inch gas main in Summer Street
To approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 1,410 feet of 12‐inch gas main in Summer Street. The gas main in Summer St. will originate at the intersection of Summer St. and Rockland Street, connecting into the existing 12‐inch gas main and continuing south‐southeasterly in Summer Street, to the limit of work on the north side of the Greenbush Rail level crossing. This gas main will replace existing 6‐inch bare steel and plastic main (1930 and 1991, respectively). The age of the abandoned main is between 31 and 92 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated June 28, 2022.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 1,410 feet of 12‐inch gas main in Summer Street. The gas main in Summer St. will originate at the intersection of Summer St. and Rockland Street, connecting into the existing 12‐inch gas main and continuing south‐southeasterly in Summer Street, to the limit of work on the north side of the Greenbush Rail level crossing. This gas main will replace existing 6‐inch bare steel and plastic main (1930 and 1991, respectively). The age of the abandoned main is between 31 and 92 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated June 28, 2022. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 42 feet of 4-inch gas main crossing Beal Street entering Hockley Drive, and approximately 100 feet of 4-inch gas main in...
To approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 42 feet of 4-inch gas main crossing Beal Street entering Hockley Drive, and approximately 100 feet of 4-inch gas main in Fottler Road crossing Beal Street and entering Tuckers Lane. Additional mains will be installed within the private ways of Tuckers Lane and Hockley Drive, and on private property serving the Hingham Woods subdivision. The gas main in Fottler Road will originate at the intersection with Beal Street, connecting into the existing 4-inch gas main and continuing southerly across Beal Street, and entering Tuckers Lane, a private way. The gas main in Beal Street will originate at the intersection with Hockley Drive crossing Beal Street and entering Hockley Drive, a private way. These gas mains will replace existing 3-inch Aldyl-A plastic {1985), and 3-, 2-, and 1-inch Aldyl-A plastic (1985) within the private ways and private property. The age of these abandoned mains is 37 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated June 28, 2022.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the request of National Grid to install and maintain approximately 42 feet of 4-inch gas main crossing Beal Street entering Hockley Drive, and approximately 100 feet of 4-inch gas main in Fottler Road crossing Beal Street and entering Tuckers Lane. Additional mains will be installed within the private ways of Tuckers Lane and Hockley Drive, and on private property serving the Hingham Woods subdivision. The gas main in Fottler Road will originate at the intersection with Beal Street, connecting into the existing 4-inch gas main and continuing southerly across Beal Street, and entering Tuckers Lane, a private way. The gas main in Beal Street will originate at the intersection with Hockley Drive crossing Beal Street and entering Hockley Drive, a private way. These gas mains will replace existing 3-inch Aldyl-A plastic {1985), and 3-, 2-, and 1-inch Aldyl-A plastic (1985) within the private ways and private property. The age of these abandoned mains is 37 years old. This approval is subject to the stipulations of the Department of Public Works as outlined in the letter dated June 28, 2022. Mr. Ramsey seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Appoint William Keough to the Fourth of July Parade Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2023
To appoint William Keough to the Fourth of July Parade Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2023.
The minutes record the motion and the second but not the vote.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to appoint William Keough to the Fourth of July Parade Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Appoint Janine Sucheki as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025
To appoint Janine Sucheki as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to appoint Janine Sucheki as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025. Mr. Fisher seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Appoint Jill Setian to the Veterans Council for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025
To appoint Jill Setian to the Veterans Council for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to appoint Jill Setian to the Veterans Council for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025. Mr. Ramsey seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Ramsey seconded. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
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