MassVoter.com← Hull Select BoardHull Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
January 16, 2020
10 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Domenico Sestito, Jennifer Constable, Kevin Richardson, John Reilly, Greg Grey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Add two members to the 100% Clean Energy Action Committee, increasing the number of members from 5 to 7
To add two members to the 100% Clean Energy Action Committee, increasing the number of members from 5 to 7.
From the minutes
“Motion Richardson To add two members to the 100% Clean Energy Action Committee, increasing the number of members from 5 to 7. Second Constable Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Constable)
Appoint all applicants to the 100% Clean Energy Action Committee for a one-year term
To appoint all applicants to the 100% Clean Energy Action Committee for a one-year term.
From the minutes
“Motion Richardson To appoint all applicants to the 100% Clean Energy Action Committee for a one-year term. Second Grey Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Grey)
Appoint Jacob Vaillancourt, Lucinda Rosenberg, Rick Matilla, Constance Gorfinkle and Bruce Edgren to positions on the 100% Clean Energy Climate Action Committee for a one year term subject to...
To appoint Jacob Vaillancourt, Lucinda Rosenberg, Rick Matilla, Constance Gorfinkle and Bruce Edgren to positions on the 100% Clean Energy Climate Action Committee for a one year term subject to being sworn in by the Town Clerk and completing the Conflict of Interest Training.
John Reilly was not present for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion Richardson To appoint Jacob Vaillancourt, Lucinda Rosenberg, Rick Matilla, Constance Gorfinkle and Bruce Edgren to positions on the 100% Clean Energy Climate Action Committee for a one year term subject to being sworn in by the Town Clerk and completing the Conflict of Interest Training. Second Grey Vote Unanimous* *Reilly was not present for the vote.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Grey)
Approve a livery badge for Matthew Briggs, 809 Nantasket Ave., Apt. 5, For Bayside Coach (New)
To approve a livery badge for Matthew Briggs, 809 Nantasket Ave., Apt. 5, For Bayside Coach (New).
John Reilly was not present for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion Richardson To approve a livery badge for Matthew Briggs, 809 Nantasket Ave., Apt. 5, For Bayside Coach (New). Second Grey Vote Unanimous* *Reilly was not present for the vote.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Grey)
Approve the issuance of a Common Victualer License to Munchies and Milkshakes, LLC, 169 Nantasket Avenue, Denise Leuken, Mgr. (New)
To approve the issuance of a Common Victualer License to Munchies and Milkshakes, LLC, 169 Nantasket Avenue, Denise Leuken, Mgr. (New).
John Reilly was not present for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion Richardson To approve the issuance of a Common Victualer License to Munchies and Milkshakes, LLC, 169 Nantasket Avenue, Denise Leuken, Mgr. (New). Second Grey Vote Unanimous* *Reilly was not present for the vote.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Grey)
Whom It May Concern: Acting under authority contained in M.G.L. Ch. 138, S. 17, as amended, our Board at a meeting held on January 16, 2020, estimated that the temporary increased resident...
To Whom It May Concern: Acting under authority contained in M.G.L. Ch. 138, S. 17, as amended, our Board at a meeting held on January 16, 2020, estimated that the temporary increased resident population of Hull as of July 10, 2020 will be 12,000. This estimate was made and voted upon by us at a meeting called for the purpose, after due notice to each of the members of the time, place and purpose of said meeting, and after investigation and ascertainment by us of all the facts and after cooperative discussion and deliberation. The estimate is true to the best of our knowledge and belief.
From the minutes
“Motion Grey To Whom It May Concern: Acting under authority contained in M.G.L. Ch. 138, S. 17, as amended, our Board at a meeting held on January 16, 2020, estimated that the temporary increased resident population of Hull as of July 10, 2020 will be 12,000. This estimate was made and voted upon by us at a meeting called for the purpose, after due notice to each of the members of the time, place and purpose of said meeting, and after investigation and ascertainment by us of all the facts and after cooperative discussion and deliberation. The estimate is true to the best of our knowledge and belief. Second Constable Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Constable)
Reconfirm a vote on renewal of Class II Wholesale with corrected name for Mohamed Zeidan, Hajj Auto Dealer, 55 Whitehead Avenue
To reconfirm a vote on renewal of Class II Wholesale with corrected name for Mohamed Zeidan, Hajj Auto Dealer, 55 Whitehead Avenue.
From the minutes
“Motion Richardson To reconfirm a vote on renewal of Class II Wholesale with corrected name for Mohamed Zeidan, Hajj Auto Dealer, 55 Whitehead Avenue. Second Grey Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Grey)
Approve a one day liquor license on February 1, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the Knights of Columbus, 440 Nantasket Avenue
To approve a one day liquor license on February 1, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the Knights of Columbus, 440 Nantasket Avenue.
Yes: Constable, Reilly, Richardson, SestitoAbstained: Grey
From the minutes
“Motion Richardson To approve a one day liquor license on February 1, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the Knights of Columbus, 440 Nantasket Avenue. Second Constable Vote Unanimous* *Grey abstained on this vote.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Constable)
Approve a License for Hull Pride, Inc. to conduct a One Day Game (Beano/Bingo) on Saturday, March 7th from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. located At Paragon Boardwalk, 189 Nantasket Avenue
To approve a License for Hull Pride, Inc. to conduct a One Day Game (Beano/Bingo) on Saturday, March 7th from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. located At Paragon Boardwalk, 189 Nantasket Avenue.
From the minutes
“Motion Richard To approve a License for Hull Pride, Inc. to conduct a One Day Game (Beano/Bingo) on Saturday, March 7th from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. located At Paragon Boardwalk, 189 Nantasket Avenue. Second Grey Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Richardson, second: Grey)
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and that the Chair feels having an open meeting might have a detrimental effect with respect to the bargaining...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and that the Chair feels having an open meeting might have a detrimental effect with respect to the bargaining position of the body; move to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation and that the Chair declare that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the body; and move to go into Executive Session to comply with or act under the authority of attorney/client privilege; and move to go into Executive Session to consult with legal counsel to obtain legal advice pursuant to attorney/client privilege and to not reconvene into open session. The following items will be discussed: Hull and Lloyds of London Hull Firefighters Local #1657 v. Town of Hull Fire Department Union Bargaining
From the minutes
“Motion Constable To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and that the Chair feels having an open meeting might have a detrimental effect with respect to the bargaining position of the body; move to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation and that the Chair declare that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the body; and move to go into Executive Session to comply with or act under the authority of attorney/client privilege; and move to go into Executive Session to consult with legal counsel to obtain legal advice pursuant to attorney/client privilege and to not reconvene into open session. The following items will be discussed: Hull and Lloyds of London Hull Firefighters Local #1657 v. Town of Hull Fire Department Union Bargaining Second Richardson Vote Unanimous Reilly – Aye Richardson – Aye Sestito – Aye Constable – Aye Grey – Aye.” (Motion: Constable, second: Richardson)
From the Hull Select Board’s official minutes, posted on 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: Greg Grey (May 2024), Irwin Nesoff and Brian McCarthy (May 2025) and Susan Short Green (April 2026) from The Hull Times candidate statements; Jerry Taverna from Hull Community Television’s 2026 candidate statements video. Former members show initials.
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