MassVoter.com← Hingham Select BoardHingham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
September 26, 2023
11 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: Liz Klein, Joseph Fisher, William Ramsey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes dated September 12, 2023
To approve the minutes dated September 12, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated September 12, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the minutes dated September 19, 2023
To approve the minutes dated September 19, 2023.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the minutes dated September 19, 2023. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Recognize October 9, 2023 as Indigenous Peoples' Day in the Town of Hingham
To recognize October 9, 2023 as Indigenous Peoples' Day in the Town of Hingham.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to recognize October 9, 2023 as Indigenous Peoples' Day in the Town of Hingham. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with M.E. O'Brien & Sons, Inc. for play equipment, site furnishings, and edging equipment for the Cronin Field playground in an amount not to...
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with M.E. O'Brien & Sons, Inc. for play equipment, site furnishings, and edging equipment for the Cronin Field playground in an amount not to exceed $ 561,476.50.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with M.E. O'Brien & Sons, Inc. for play equipment, site furnishings, and edging equipment for the Cronin Field playground in an amount not to exceed $ 561,476.50. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Galley Kitchen and Bar for the Mad Love Music Festival to be held at the South Shore Conservatory on October 8, 2023...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Galley Kitchen and Bar for the Mad Love Music Festival to be held at the South Shore Conservatory on October 8, 2023 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Galley Kitchen and Bar for the Mad Love Music Festival to be held at the South Shore Conservatory on October 8, 2023 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with CN Wood Enviro, LLC for a 2024 Trackless MT7 Tractor for the Public Works Department in an amount not to exceed $178,285.00
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with CN Wood Enviro, LLC for a 2024 Trackless MT7 Tractor for the Public Works Department in an amount not to exceed $178,285.00.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with CN Wood Enviro, LLC for a 2024 Trackless MT7 Tractor for the Public Works Department in an amount not to exceed $178,285.00. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Roddy McGroddy Design Collaborative, LLC for facility upgrades to the roof, HVAC, and façade at the South Shore Country Club in an...
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Roddy McGroddy Design Collaborative, LLC for facility upgrades to the roof, HVAC, and façade at the South Shore Country Club in an amount not to exceed $56,130.00.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Roddy McGroddy Design Collaborative, LLC for facility upgrades to the roof, HVAC, and façade at the South Shore Country Club in an amount not to exceed $56,130.00. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Country Club Enterprises LLC, for the lease of 64 Club Car Golf Carts for the South Shore Country Club in an amount not to exceed...
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Country Club Enterprises LLC, for the lease of 64 Club Car Golf Carts for the South Shore Country Club in an amount not to exceed $176,652.00.
From the minutes
“Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Country Club Enterprises LLC, for the lease of 64 Club Car Golf Carts for the South Shore Country Club in an amount not to exceed $176,652.00. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Accept the recommendation of the Traffic Committee to install and maintain four speed feedback signs in the following areas of Hingham as described below
To accept the recommendation of the Traffic Committee to install and maintain four speed feedback signs in the following areas of Hingham as described below. Prior to the one year anniversary of this vote, the Traffic Committee shall review the operation of these traffic calming measures and provide a report to the Select Board as to their effectiveness, along with the Traffic Committee's recommendation as to whether these measures should be maintained as is or modified in any way. The Select Board shall review such report at a duly notice public meeting and consider the recommendations of the Traffic Committee. a) On a utility pole at 190 North Street; b) On a new foundation abutting the frontage of 142 South Street; c) At the existing light pole abutting the frontage of 21 North Street; d) On a new foundation at the crosswalk abutting the frontage of 106 Main Street, provided for that location the Select Board shall review this issue within three months.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Traffic Committee to install and maintain four speed feedback signs in the following areas of Hingham as described below. Prior to the one year anniversary of this vote, the Traffic Committee shall review the operation of these traffic calming measures and provide a report to the Select Board as to their effectiveness, along with the Traffic Committee's recommendation as to whether these measures should be maintained as is or modified in any way. The Select Board shall review such report at a duly notice public meeting and consider the recommendations of the Traffic Committee. a) On a utility pole at 190 North Street; b) On a new foundation abutting the frontage of 142 South Street; c) At the existing light pole abutting the frontage of 21 North Street; d) On a new foundation at the crosswalk abutting the frontage of 106 Main Street, provided for that location the Select Board shall review this issue within three months. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher)
Accept the recommendation of the Traffic Committee and establish a speed limit of 25 miles per hour in the following areas of Hingham as described below and on the attached maps, titled Section...
To accept the recommendation of the Traffic Committee and establish a speed limit of 25 miles per hour in the following areas of Hingham as described below and on the attached maps, titled Section 17C Streets – Figure 14 dated September 26, 2023 and Section 17C Streets – Figure 15 dated September 26, 2023, under M.G.L. c. 90, § 17C and Article 25 of the 2022 Town of Hingham Annual Town Meeting. a) Main Street, from the property line boundary between 90 and 100 Main Street, to the intersection with Water Street; b) Kilby Street, from the Rockland Street state highway layout to the MBTA right of way.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Traffic Committee and establish a speed limit of 25 miles per hour in the following areas of Hingham as described below and on the attached maps, titled Section 17C Streets – Figure 14 dated September 26, 2023 and Section 17C Streets – Figure 15 dated September 26, 2023, under M.G.L. c. 90, § 17C and Article 25 of the 2022 Town of Hingham Annual Town Meeting. a) Main Street, from the property line boundary between 90 and 100 Main Street, to the intersection with Water Street; b) Kilby Street, from the Rockland Street state highway layout to the MBTA right of way. Mr. Fisher Seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: 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: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: 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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