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April 8, 2024
9 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 April 2, 2024
To approve the minutes dated April 2, 2024.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the minutes dated April 2, 2024. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Extend a conditional offer of employment to Dillon T. Leary, Aaron S. Richardson, and Robert Patrick Sullivan as permanent police officers for the Town of Hingham
To extend a conditional offer of employment to Dillon T. Leary, Aaron S. Richardson, and Robert Patrick Sullivan as permanent police officers for the Town of Hingham. This offer is contingent upon the successful passing of all required medical and psychological screening examinations and all other requirements related to, but not necessarily limited to the following: A. Successful passing of the required medical examination; B. Successful passing of the required physical abilities test (PAT); C. Successful passing of the required psychological screening process; D. Successful passing of all other requirements for entrance into the police academy; E. Entering into a satisfactory agreement with the Town of Hingham relative to repayment of the $4,650 recruit training fee and cost of any initially issued police equipment, if the appointed officer ceases employment with the Town of Hingham Police Department within the first five years; F. Successful completion of the police academy as determined by the Police Chief; Subject to an available appropriation and any and all other requirements as mandated by law or regulation.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to extend a conditional offer of employment to Dillon T. Leary, Aaron S. Richardson, and Robert Patrick Sullivan as permanent police officers for the Town of Hingham. This offer is contingent upon the successful passing of all required medical and psychological screening examinations and all other requirements related to, but not necessarily limited to the following: A. Successful passing of the required medical examination; B. Successful passing of the required physical abilities test (PAT); C. Successful passing of the required psychological screening process; D. Successful passing of all other requirements for entrance into the police academy; E. Entering into a satisfactory agreement with the Town of Hingham relative to repayment of the $4,650 recruit training fee and cost of any initially issued police equipment, if the appointed officer ceases employment with the Town of Hingham Police Department within the first five years; F. Successful completion of the police academy as determined by the Police Chief; Subject to an available appropriation and any and all other requirements as mandated by law or regulation. 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 Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. to provide Infield Openings and Turf Management Services in an amount that shall not annually exceed...
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. to provide Infield Openings and Turf Management Services in an amount that shall not annually exceed $219,810.00 and shall not exceed $659,430.00 in total.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Agreement with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. to provide Infield Openings and Turf Management Services in an amount that shall not annually exceed $219,810.00 and shall not exceed $659,430.00 in total. 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 Amendment to the Agreement with T.L. Edwards, Inc. for roadway management services to increase the total value by $300,000.00 and to extend the term of...
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Amendment to the Agreement with T.L. Edwards, Inc. for roadway management services to increase the total value by $300,000.00 and to extend the term of the Agreement through December 31, 2025.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Amendment to the Agreement with T.L. Edwards, Inc. for roadway management services to increase the total value by $300,000.00 and to extend the term of the Agreement through December 31, 2025. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
Proclaim April 19, 2024 as Education and Sharing Day in the Town of Hingham
To proclaim April 19, 2024 as Education and Sharing Day in the Town of Hingham.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Fisher made a motion to proclaim April 19, 2024 as Education and Sharing 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)
Proclaim April 22, 2024 as Earth Day in the Town of Hingham
To proclaim April 22, 2024 as Earth Day in the Town of Hingham.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to proclaim April 22, 2024 as Earth Day in the Town of Hingham. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Proclaim April 26, 2024 as Arbor Day in the Town of Hingham
To proclaim April 26, 2024 as Arbor Day in the Town of Hingham.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to proclaim April 26, 2024 as Arbor Day in the Town of Hingham. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Appoint William Leonard to the Veterans' Council to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2024
To appoint William Leonard to the Veterans' Council to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to appoint William Leonard to the Veterans' Council to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2024. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Fisher)
Enter Executive Session under M.G.L c. 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with...
To enter Executive Session under M.G.L c. 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Administrator Tom Mayo). The Board will not reconvene in Open Session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Fisher made a motion to enter Executive Session under M.G.L c. 30A, Section 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Administrator Tom Mayo). The Board will not reconvene in Open Session. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Fisher: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Ms. Klein: yes.” (Motion: Fisher, second: Ramsey)
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