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Hingham Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting

October 28, 2025

11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Array

Present: William Ramsey, Liz Klein, Julie Strehle

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the minutes dated October 7, 2025

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the minutes dated October 7, 2025.

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the minutes dated October 7, 2025. Ms. Strehle seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Klein, second: Strehle)

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

Approve the minutes dated October 14, 2025

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the minutes dated October 14, 2025.

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Strehle made a motion to approve the minutes dated October 14, 2025. Ms. Klein seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Strehle, second: Klein)

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

Enter executive session under M.G.L, c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Teamsters, Local Union 25

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To enter executive session under M.G.L, c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Teamsters, Local Union 25. The Board will reconvene in open session.

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to enter executive session under M.G.L, c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Teamsters, Local Union 25. The Board will reconvene in open session. Ms. Strehle seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Klein, second: Strehle)

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Sign the Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Local Union 25 effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To sign the Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Local Union 25 effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028.

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to sign the Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Local Union 25 effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028. Ms. Strehle seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Klein, second: Strehle)

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

Appoint the following individuals as Special Police Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Animal Control Officer Leslie Badger Antonio Melendez Harbormaster Kenneth Corson...

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint the following individuals as Special Police Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Animal Control Officer Leslie Badger Antonio Melendez Harbormaster Kenneth Corson William Morgan Ryan Baring Michael Murray Brian Doherty John Norkaitis Matthew Galvin John Norris David Horte Matthew Puleo Phillip Kearney James Tian George Kelley Jeffrey Treanor Robert Mansfield Joseph Turco Kevin McCarthy Steven Wohlgemuth

From the minutes

“Vote: Mr. Ramsey made a motion to appoint the following individuals as Special Police Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Animal Control Officer Leslie Badger Antonio Melendez Harbormaster Kenneth Corson William Morgan Ryan Baring Michael Murray Brian Doherty John Norkaitis Matthew Galvin John Norris David Horte Matthew Puleo Phillip Kearney James Tian George Kelley Jeffrey Treanor Robert Mansfield Joseph Turco Kevin McCarthy Steven Wohlgemuth Ms. Klein seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Ramsey, second: Klein)

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

Appoint Robert Ramsey as a Special Police Officer for the Town of Hingham effective December 2, 2025 through October 31, 2026

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · 2–0

To appoint Robert Ramsey as a Special Police Officer for the Town of Hingham effective December 2, 2025 through October 31, 2026.

Yes: Klein, StrehleAbstained: Ramsey

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to appoint Robert Ramsey as a Special Police Officer for the Town of Hingham effective December 2, 2025 through October 31, 2026. Ms. Strehle seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Ramsey: abstain Ms. Klein: yes Ms. Strehle: yes.” (Motion: Klein, second: Strehle)

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

Appoint the following individuals as Liquor Enforcement Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Detective Sergeant Philip Emmott Detective Heather Hermida Detective Michael...

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint the following individuals as Liquor Enforcement Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Detective Sergeant Philip Emmott Detective Heather Hermida Detective Michael Gervasi Detective Scott Tracey Sergeant Matthew Lucas Sergeant James Brady

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Strehle made a motion to appoint the following individuals as Liquor Enforcement Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Detective Sergeant Philip Emmott Detective Heather Hermida Detective Michael Gervasi Detective Scott Tracey Sergeant Matthew Lucas Sergeant James Brady Ms. Klein seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Strehle, second: Klein)

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

Appoint the following Police Prosecutors and back-ups as Special Police Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Hanover Police Sergeant Daniel Salvucci Hanover Police Sergeant...

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint the following Police Prosecutors and back-ups as Special Police Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Hanover Police Sergeant Daniel Salvucci Hanover Police Sergeant Derek Richards Hull Police Officer Kevin Olson Norwell Police Sergeant Daniel Dooley Rockland Police Officer Sean O'Connor Rockland Police Officer Joseph Zielinski Scituate Police Sergeant James Bulman

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to appoint the following Police Prosecutors and back-ups as Special Police Officers for the Town of Hingham through October 31, 2026: Hanover Police Sergeant Daniel Salvucci Hanover Police Sergeant Derek Richards Hull Police Officer Kevin Olson Norwell Police Sergeant Daniel Dooley Rockland Police Officer Sean O'Connor Rockland Police Officer Joseph Zielinski Scituate Police Sergeant James Bulman Ms. Strehle seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Klein, second: Strehle)

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

Approve the request of Hingham Shipyard Hospitality, Inc. d/b/a The Beth, 18 Shipyard Drive, Suite 1K, Hingham, for a Change of Manager from Desmond Sherry to Carlie Paradini in accordance with...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of Hingham Shipyard Hospitality, Inc. d/b/a The Beth, 18 Shipyard Drive, Suite 1K, Hingham, for a Change of Manager from Desmond Sherry to Carlie Paradini in accordance with the Application for a Change of Manager filed with the Town of Hingham on October 6, 2025; subject to the approval of the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission.

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Strehle made a motion to approve the request of Hingham Shipyard Hospitality, Inc. d/b/a The Beth, 18 Shipyard Drive, Suite 1K, Hingham, for a Change of Manager from Desmond Sherry to Carlie Paradini in accordance with the Application for a Change of Manager filed with the Town of Hingham on October 6, 2025; subject to the approval of the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Ms. Klein seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Strehle, second: Klein)

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

Approve the request of KH One, LLC d/b/a Cove Club, 20 Broad Cove Road, Hingham, Robert Headley, Manager, filed with the Town of Hingham on August 19, 2025, with the following operating hours:...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of KH One, LLC d/b/a Cove Club, 20 Broad Cove Road, Hingham, Robert Headley, Manager, filed with the Town of Hingham on August 19, 2025, with the following operating hours: Monday: 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Tuesday through Sunday: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. 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 amount of $1,000,000.00, and the approval of the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission.

From the minutes

“Vote: Ms. Klein made a motion to approve the request of KH One, LLC d/b/a Cove Club, 20 Broad Cove Road, Hingham, Robert Headley, Manager, filed with the Town of Hingham on August 19, 2025, with the following operating hours: Monday: 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Tuesday through Sunday: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. 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 amount of $1,000,000.00, and the approval of the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Ms. Strehle seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Klein, second: Strehle)

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

Motion to enter executive session under M.G.L, c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To motion to enter executive session under M.G.L, c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation. The Board will not reconvene in open session.

From the minutes

“Ms. Strehle made a motion to motion to enter executive session under M.G.L, c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation. The Board will not reconvene in open session. Ms. Klein seconded. All were in favor.” (Motion: Strehle, second: Klein)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (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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