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June 27, 2023
28 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: Joseph Fisher, William Ramsey
Absent: Liz Klein
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session under MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to discuss potential acquisition of real estate
To enter Executive Session under MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to discuss potential acquisition of real estate. The Board will reconvene in Open Session after the Executive Session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Ramsey made a motion to enter Executive Session under MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to discuss potential acquisition of real estate. The Board will reconvene in Open Session after the Executive Session. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the minutes dated June 13, 2023
To approve the minutes dated June 13, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated June 13, 2023. Ms. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the minutes dated June 27, 2023
To approve the minutes dated June 27, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated June 27, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
The Select Board for the Town of Hingham hereby appoints Sarah Carolan of 712 Main Street, Hingham, MA as Trustee under the Will of Martin Wilder (Suffolk County Probate Court Docket No. 39022) by...
That the Select Board for the Town of Hingham hereby appoints Sarah Carolan of 712 Main Street, Hingham, MA as Trustee under the Will of Martin Wilder (Suffolk County Probate Court Docket No. 39022) by authority conferred under said Will of Martin Wilder.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion that the Select Board for the Town of Hingham hereby appoints Sarah Carolan of 712 Main Street, Hingham, MA as Trustee under the Will of Martin Wilder (Suffolk County Probate Court Docket No. 39022) by authority conferred under said Will of Martin Wilder. Mr. Fisher seconded. The Select Board for the Town of Hingham hereby ratifies and confirms that the following individuals are the present and duly appointed Trustees under said Will of Martin Wilder: Jane Davis of 51 South Pleasant Street, Hingham, MA Michael Shilhan of 124 Leavitt Street, Hingham, MA Sarah Carolan of 712 Main Street, Hingham, MA Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Recommend Reserve Fund transfers as presented
To recommend Reserve Fund transfers as presented.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to recommend Reserve Fund transfers as presented. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
To approve the Inter-Department Transfers as presented
That to approve the Inter-Department Transfers as presented.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion that to approve the Inter-Department Transfers as presented. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the Intra-Department Transfers as presented
To approve the Intra-Department Transfers as presented.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the Intra-Department Transfers as presented. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement with the Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant to install, operate, and maintain one electric vehicle charging station with two charging ports at 210 Central...
To authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement with the Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant to install, operate, and maintain one electric vehicle charging station with two charging ports at 210 Central Street.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement with the Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant to install, operate, and maintain one electric vehicle charging station with two charging ports at 210 Central Street. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Pamela Bates, John Falvey, and Brigid Ryan to the Affordable Housing Trust for a two-year term ending June 30, 2025
To reappoint Pamela Bates, John Falvey, and Brigid Ryan to the Affordable Housing Trust for a two-year term ending June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Pamela Bates, John Falvey, and Brigid Ryan to the Affordable Housing Trust for a two-year term ending June 30, 2025. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Joseph Ruccio to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Joseph Ruccio to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Joseph Ruccio to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Lauren Galvin, Michael Mercurio, Mario Romania, and David Ulrich as Associate Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024
To reappoint Lauren Galvin, Michael Mercurio, Mario Romania, and David Ulrich as Associate Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Lauren Galvin, Michael Mercurio, Mario Romania, and David Ulrich as Associate Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Claudia Eaton, Michael Cioffi, and Katie Puzzo to the Bare Cove Park Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Claudia Eaton, Michael Cioffi, and Katie Puzzo to the Bare Cove Park Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Claudia Eaton, Michael Cioffi, and Katie Puzzo to the Bare Cove Park Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint to reappoint Carolyn Aliski, Carole Waite, and Henry Buckley to the Beautification Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint to reappoint Carolyn Aliski, Carole Waite, and Henry Buckley to the Beautification Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint to reappoint Carolyn Aliski, Carole Waite, and Henry Buckley to the Beautification Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Stephanie Gertz to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Stephanie Gertz to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Stephanie Gertz to the Commission on Disabilities for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Thomas Roby, Robert Mosher, and Henry Hidell to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Thomas Roby, Robert Mosher, and Henry Hidell to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Thomas Roby, Robert Mosher, and Henry Hidell to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Lucinda King-Frode, Sara Smithson, Ethel Franks, and Jean Silverio to the Council on Aging for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Lucinda King-Frode, Sara Smithson, Ethel Franks, and Jean Silverio to the Council on Aging for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Lucinda King-Frode, Sara Smithson, Ethel Franks, and Jean Silverio to the Council on Aging for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint George Kay and Sue Sullivan to the Country Club Management Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint George Kay and Sue Sullivan to the Country Club Management Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint George Kay and Sue Sullivan to the Country Club Management Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Ellen Stone to the Cultural Council for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Ellen Stone to the Cultural Council for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Ellen Stone to the Cultural Council for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Robert Beal as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Robert Beal as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Robert Beal as a GAR Hall Trustee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Marco Boer, Tricia Van Buskirk, and Paul Gannon to the Harbor Development Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Marco Boer, Tricia Van Buskirk, and Paul Gannon to the Harbor Development Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Marco Boer, Tricia Van Buskirk, and Paul Gannon to the Harbor Development Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Carol Pyles and Robert Stansell to the Historic Districts Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Carol Pyles and Robert Stansell to the Historic Districts Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Carol Pyles and Robert Stansell to the Historic Districts Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Elizabeth Dings to the Historical Commission for a three- year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Elizabeth Dings to the Historical Commission for a three- year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Elizabeth Dings to the Historical Commission for a three- year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Ardith Weiworka to the Human Rights Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Ardith Weiworka to the Human Rights Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Ardith Weiworka to the Human Rights Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Sarah Carolan, Martha Ryan, Jason Ryan, Michael Shilhan, and Shawn Wegener to the Memorial Bell Tower Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024
To reappoint Sarah Carolan, Martha Ryan, Jason Ryan, Michael Shilhan, and Shawn Wegener to the Memorial Bell Tower Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Sarah Carolan, Martha Ryan, Jason Ryan, Michael Shilhan, and Shawn Wegener to the Memorial Bell Tower Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Judith Nims as a Registrar for the Town of Hingham for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Judith Nims as a Registrar for the Town of Hingham for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Judith Nims as a Registrar for the Town of Hingham for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Reappoint Michael Studley and Philip Shute to the Shade Tree Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Michael Studley and Philip Shute to the Shade Tree Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to reappoint Michael Studley and Philip Shute to the Shade Tree Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Reappoint Sam Mullen to the Weir River Water System Citizen's Advisory Board for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026
To reappoint Sam Mullen to the Weir River Water System Citizen's Advisory Board for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to reappoint Sam Mullen to the Weir River Water System Citizen's Advisory Board for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Bill Ramsey: yes Joe Fisher: 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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