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October 6, 2022
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: William Ramsey, Liz Klein, Joseph Fisher
Absent: None
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The Select Board will enter Executive Session with the Zoning Board of Appeals under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to the River Stone, LLC decision issued by the...
The Select Board will enter Executive Session with the Zoning Board of Appeals under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to the River Stone, LLC decision issued by the Housing Appeals Committee on September 23, 2022, because discussion in an open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town. The Board will reconvene in Open Session.
From the minutes
“The Chair stated: The Select Board will enter Executive Session with the Zoning Board of Appeals under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to the River Stone, LLC decision issued by the Housing Appeals Committee on September 23, 2022, because discussion in an open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town. The Board will reconvene in Open Session. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (second: Fisher)
Appeal the Housing Appeals Committee decision of September 23, 2022 in the matter of the River Stone, LLC M.G.L. c. 40B Project under the provisions of the Town of Hingham General By-Laws Article...
To appeal the Housing Appeals Committee decision of September 23, 2022 in the matter of the River Stone, LLC M.G.L. c. 40B Project under the provisions of the Town of Hingham General By-Laws Article 5A, Section 7 and to direct the Town Administrator to coordinate said litigation under the provisions of Section 2(b)(xxiv) of Chapter 263 of the Acts of 2016.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to appeal the Housing Appeals Committee decision of September 23, 2022 in the matter of the River Stone, LLC M.G.L. c. 40B Project under the provisions of the Town of Hingham General By-Laws Article 5A, Section 7 and to direct the Town Administrator to coordinate said litigation under the provisions of Section 2(b)(xxiv) of Chapter 263 of the Acts of 2016. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Klein)
Approve the minutes dated September 20, 2022 for Talent Bank interviews
To approve the minutes dated September 20, 2022 for Talent Bank interviews.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the minutes dated September 20, 2022 for Talent Bank interviews. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Approve the minutes dated September 20, 2022
To approve the minutes dated September 20, 2022.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the minutes dated September 20, 2022. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Klein)
Approve the minutes dated September 28, 2022
To approve the minutes dated September 28, 2022.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the minutes dated September 28, 2022. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Approve the application for a Restaurant Common Victualler Farmer Series Pouring Permit for Malt by Untold Brewing, LLC, 96 Derby Street, Unit 330A, Hingham, Matthew Elder, Manager, in accordance...
To approve the application for a Restaurant Common Victualler Farmer Series Pouring Permit for Malt by Untold Brewing, LLC, 96 Derby Street, Unit 330A, Hingham, Matthew Elder, Manager, in accordance with the Application for a New License filed with the Town of Hingham on August 30, 2022, with the following hours: Monday through Saturday: 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This approval is subject to the approval of all applicable town boards and departments, submission of a valid certificate of insurance evidencing liquor legal liability insurance coverage in at least the minimum statutory amounts, and the approval of the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the application for a Restaurant Common Victualler Farmer Series Pouring Permit for Malt by Untold Brewing, LLC, 96 Derby Street, Unit 330A, Hingham, Matthew Elder, Manager, in accordance with the Application for a New License filed with the Town of Hingham on August 30, 2022, with the following hours: Monday through Saturday: 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This approval is subject to the approval of all applicable town boards and departments, submission of a valid certificate of insurance evidencing liquor legal liability insurance coverage in at least the minimum statutory amounts, and the approval of the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with C. White Marine for the Barnes Wharf float system project in an amount not to exceed $306,735.00
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with C. White Marine for the Barnes Wharf float system project in an amount not to exceed $306,735.00.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with C. White Marine for the Barnes Wharf float system project in an amount not to exceed $306,735.00. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Klein)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Truax Corporation for storm drain cleaning and inspection of pipes in an amount not to exceed $150,000
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Truax Corporation for storm drain cleaning and inspection of pipes in an amount not to exceed $150,000.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Truax Corporation for storm drain cleaning and inspection of pipes in an amount not to exceed $150,000. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Recommend favorable action of Article A
To recommend favorable action of Article A.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to recommend favorable action of Article A. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Klein)
Recommend favorable action of Article B
To recommend favorable action of Article B.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to recommend favorable action of Article B. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Recommend favorable action of Article C
To recommend favorable action of Article C.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to recommend favorable action of Article C. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Klein)
Approve and sign the Warrant for the November 1, 2022 Special Town Meeting
To approve and sign the Warrant for the November 1, 2022 Special Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve and sign the Warrant for the November 1, 2022 Special Town Meeting. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Allow the Hingham Public Library to submit an Application for Community Preservation funding for the historic newspaper digitization and database creation
To allow the Hingham Public Library to submit an Application for Community Preservation funding for the historic newspaper digitization and database creation.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to allow the Hingham Public Library to submit an Application for Community Preservation funding for the historic newspaper digitization and database creation. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Klein)
Allow the Historical Commission to submit an Application for Community Preservation funding for the restoration and preservation of the Tree and Park Barn
To allow the Historical Commission to submit an Application for Community Preservation funding for the restoration and preservation of the Tree and Park Barn.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to allow the Historical Commission to submit an Application for Community Preservation funding for the restoration and preservation of the Tree and Park Barn. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Proclaim October 10, 2022 as Indigenous Peoples' day in the Town of Hingham
To proclaim October 10, 2022 as Indigenous Peoples' day in the Town of Hingham.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to proclaim October 10, 2022 as Indigenous Peoples' day in the Town of Hingham. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Klein)
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