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Hingham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

October 10, 2023

10 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

Enter Executive Session under MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to discuss potential acquisition of real estate

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

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. Fisher 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. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the minutes dated September 26, 2023

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the minutes dated September 26, 2023.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated September 26, 2023. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Colonial Municipal Group for two 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD K9 vehicles for the Police Department in amount not to exceed $138,267.90

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Colonial Municipal Group for two 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD K9 vehicles for the Police Department in amount not to exceed $138,267.90.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Colonial Municipal Group for two 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD K9 vehicles for the Police Department in amount not to exceed $138,267.90. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. for infield renovations at Carlson and Haley Fields in an amount not to exceed $57,986.00

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. for infield renovations at Carlson and Haley Fields in an amount not to exceed $57,986.00.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. for infield renovations at Carlson and Haley Fields in an amount not to exceed $57,986.00. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the issuance of a Limousine License to Robert D. Small on behalf of Diamond Comfort Rides effective through December 31, 2023 in accordance with the application for a Limousine License on...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the issuance of a Limousine License to Robert D. Small on behalf of Diamond Comfort Rides effective through December 31, 2023 in accordance with the application for a Limousine License on file with the Town of Hingham and to approve Michelle J. Small as an additional driver.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to approve the issuance of a Limousine License to Robert D. Small on behalf of Diamond Comfort Rides effective through December 31, 2023 in accordance with the application for a Limousine License on file with the Town of Hingham and to approve Michelle J. Small as an additional driver. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Colonial Ford, Inc. for a 2023 Ford F250 XL 4x4 Truck for the Sewer Department in an amount not to exceed $57,349.00

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Colonial Ford, Inc. for a 2023 Ford F250 XL 4x4 Truck for the Sewer Department in an amount not to exceed $57,349.00.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Colonial Ford, Inc. for a 2023 Ford F250 XL 4x4 Truck for the Sewer Department in an amount not to exceed $57,349.00. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Regulatory Agreement, as well as the LIP application, for one deed-restricted single-family home located at 270 Central Street, contingent upon...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Regulatory Agreement, as well as the LIP application, for one deed-restricted single-family home located at 270 Central Street, contingent upon final approval by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Regulatory Agreement, as well as the LIP application, for one deed-restricted single-family home located at 270 Central Street, contingent upon final approval by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. Mr. Ramsey seconded Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Redesignate the appointment of Carol Pyles from the At-large member on the Historic Districts Commission to the member who is a Resident in a Historic District on the Historic Districts Commission...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To redesignate the appointment of Carol Pyles from the At-large member on the Historic Districts Commission to the member who is a Resident in a Historic District on the Historic Districts Commission for a term ending June 30, 2025.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to redesignate the appointment of Carol Pyles from the At-large member on the Historic Districts Commission to the member who is a Resident in a Historic District on the Historic Districts Commission for a term ending June 30, 2025. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Redesignate the appointment of Daniel Clark from the Resident in a Historic District on the Historic Districts Commission to the At-large member on the Historic Districts Commission for a term...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To redesignate the appointment of Daniel Clark from the Resident in a Historic District on the Historic Districts Commission to the At-large member on the Historic Districts Commission for a term ending June 30, 2026.

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to redesignate the appointment of Daniel Clark from the Resident in a Historic District on the Historic Districts Commission to the At-large member on the Historic Districts Commission for a term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

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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