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May 21, 2024
13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Array
Present: Joseph Fisher, Liz Klein, William Ramsey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session (1) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the Massachusetts Land Court (Docket # 22PS000551) pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3) and (2) to discuss strategy...
To enter Executive Session (1) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the Massachusetts Land Court (Docket # 22PS000551) pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3) and (2) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the Massachusetts Land Court (Docket # 22MISC000468) pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3). The Select Board will convene in Open Session after the Executive Session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Ramsey made a motion to enter Executive Session (1) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the Massachusetts Land Court (Docket # 22PS000551) pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3) and (2) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the Massachusetts Land Court (Docket # 22MISC000468) pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3). The Select Board will convene in Open Session after the Executive Session. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Approve the minutes dated May 7, 2024
To approve the minutes dated May 7, 2024.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the minutes dated May 7, 2024. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Proclaim Thursday, May 23, 2024 as Maddie's Promise Day in the Town of Hingham
To proclaim Thursday, May 23, 2024 as Maddie's Promise Day in the Town of Hingham.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to proclaim Thursday, May 23, 2024 as Maddie's Promise Day in the Town of Hingham. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Approve the application for a Restaurant Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages License by Bartaco Hingham, LLC d/b/a Bartaco, 94 Derby Street, Suite 217, Hingham, Elissa Valdes-Pablo, Manager,...
To approve the application for a Restaurant Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages License by Bartaco Hingham, LLC d/b/a Bartaco, 94 Derby Street, Suite 217, Hingham, Elissa Valdes-Pablo, Manager, filed with the Town of Hingham on March 25, 2024, with the following operating hours: Sunday through Thursday: 11 AM to 11 PM and Friday and Saturday: 11 AM to 12 AM. This approval is subject to the approval of all applicable town 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: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the application for a Restaurant Common Victualler All Alcoholic Beverages License by Bartaco Hingham, LLC d/b/a Bartaco, 94 Derby Street, Suite 217, Hingham, Elissa Valdes-Pablo, Manager, filed with the Town of Hingham on March 25, 2024, with the following operating hours: Sunday through Thursday: 11 AM to 11 PM and Friday and Saturday: 11 AM to 12 AM. This approval is subject to the approval of all applicable town 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. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Approve the issuance of an Entertainment License to Bartaco Hingham, LLC d/b/a Bartaco, 94 Derby Street, Suite 217, for background music in the restaurant and outdoor patio area during the...
To approve the issuance of an Entertainment License to Bartaco Hingham, LLC d/b/a Bartaco, 94 Derby Street, Suite 217, for background music in the restaurant and outdoor patio area during the following operating hours: Monday through Sunday: 11 AM to 12 AM.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the issuance of an Entertainment License to Bartaco Hingham, LLC d/b/a Bartaco, 94 Derby Street, Suite 217, for background music in the restaurant and outdoor patio area during the following operating hours: Monday through Sunday: 11 AM to 12 AM. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Break Rock Brewing, LLC for the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday June 20 and Thursday, June 27,...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Break Rock Brewing, LLC for the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday June 20 and Thursday, June 27, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Thursday, July 11, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 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 Break Rock Brewing, LLC for the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday June 20 and Thursday, June 27, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Thursday, July 11, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Stellwagon Beer Company, LLC for the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday, July 18, July 25, and...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Stellwagon Beer Company, LLC for the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday, July 18, July 25, and August 1, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Stellwagon Beer Company, LLC for the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday, July 18, July 25, and August 1, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Vitamin Sea Brewing, LLC or the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday, August 8, August 15, and...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Vitamin Sea Brewing, LLC or the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday, August 8, August 15, and August 22, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 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 Vitamin Sea Brewing, LLC or the Weir River Farm Sunset Picnics to be held on Thursday, August 8, August 15, and August 22, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Vitamin Sea Brewing, LLC for the Summer Solstice at World's End to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 5:00 pm to...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Vitamin Sea Brewing, LLC for the Summer Solstice at World's End to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rain date of Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Vitamin Sea Brewing, LLC for the Summer Solstice at World's End to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rain date of Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to WM Brewing Company, Inc. d/b/a Widowmaker Brewing for the Summer Solstice at World's End to be held on Saturday, June...
To approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to WM Brewing Company, Inc. d/b/a Widowmaker Brewing for the Summer Solstice at World's End to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rain date of Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Yes: Fisher, KleinAbstained: Ramsey
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the issuance of a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to WM Brewing Company, Inc. d/b/a Widowmaker Brewing for the Summer Solstice at World's End to be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rain date of Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Mr. Fisher seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: abstain Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Fisher)
Approve the Agreement with Mass Pavement Reclamation, Inc. for Equipment Rental and Labor in an amount not to exceed up to $523,300 annually, or up to $1,569,990 in total over three years
To approve the Agreement with Mass Pavement Reclamation, Inc. for Equipment Rental and Labor in an amount not to exceed up to $523,300 annually, or up to $1,569,990 in total over three years.
From the minutes
“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to approve the Agreement with Mass Pavement Reclamation, Inc. for Equipment Rental and Labor in an amount not to exceed up to $523,300 annually, or up to $1,569,990 in total over three years. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
Approve the Agreement with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for the Stodder's Neck Sewer Replacement project in an amount not to exceed $70,700
To approve the Agreement with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for the Stodder's Neck Sewer Replacement project in an amount not to exceed $70,700.
From the minutes
“Vote: Ms. Klein to approve the Agreement with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for the Stodder's Neck Sewer Replacement project in an amount not to exceed $70,700. Mr. Ramsey seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Ramsey)
Enter Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with union personnel pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3)
To enter Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with union personnel pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3). The Board will not reconvene in Open Session after the Executive Session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Ramsey made a motion to enter Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with union personnel pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3). The Board will not reconvene in Open Session after the Executive Session. Ms. Klein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Klein: yes Mr. Ramsey: yes Mr. Fisher: yes.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)
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