MassVoter.com← Hull Select BoardHull Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
December 8, 2021
19 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Jennifer Constable, Greg Grey, Donna Pursel, John Reilly, Domenico Sestito
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Accept the 2020 Federal Census Precinct and Boundary Lines as presented this evening by the Town Clerk
To accept the 2020 Federal Census Precinct and Boundary Lines as presented this evening by the Town Clerk
From the minutes
“Motion Sestito To accept the 2020 Federal Census Precinct and Boundary Lines as presented this evening by the Town Clerk Second Grey Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Sestito, second: Grey)
Renew the license as stated, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions subject to all legal requirements
To renew the license as stated, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions subject to all legal requirements
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly To renew the license as stated, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions subject to all legal requirements Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Renew the license as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions subject to all legal requirements, with the...
To renew the license as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions subject to all legal requirements, with the stipulation that there be an update given to the Town Manager on a monthly basis until an operator is chosen for this location and the license is exercised
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly To renew the license as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions subject to all legal requirements, with the stipulation that there be an update given to the Town Manager on a monthly basis until an operator is chosen for this location and the license is exercised Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Approve the appointment of Trisha Ellis as Manager of Paragon Grill LLC dba Paragon Grill
To approve the appointment of Trisha Ellis as Manager of Paragon Grill LLC dba Paragon Grill
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly To approve the appointment of Trisha Ellis as Manager of Paragon Grill LLC dba Paragon Grill Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Approve the appointment of Trisha Ellis as Manager of Nantasket Beach Resort
To approve the appointment of Trisha Ellis as Manager of Nantasket Beach Resort
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly To approve the appointment of Trisha Ellis as Manager of Nantasket Beach Resort Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Appoint Patrol Officer Stephen Glavin to be promoted to Police Sergeant based on the recommendation of the Chief of Police
To appoint Patrol Officer Stephen Glavin to be promoted to Police Sergeant based on the recommendation of the Chief of Police
From the minutes
“Motion Sestito To appoint Patrol Officer Stephen Glavin to be promoted to Police Sergeant based on the recommendation of the Chief of Police Second Grey Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Sestito, second: Grey)
Approve the change of Entity Name for The Nantascot Lodging House to Impenetrable Hull LLC and to approve the change of Manager to Dan Botwinik
To approve the change of Entity Name for The Nantascot Lodging House to Impenetrable Hull LLC and to approve the change of Manager to Dan Botwinik
From the minutes
“Motion Sestito To approve the change of Entity Name for The Nantascot Lodging House to Impenetrable Hull LLC and to approve the change of Manager to Dan Botwinik Second Grey Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Sestito, second: Grey)
Approve the following dates for the Annual Town Meeting 2022 Warrant Opening and Closing: January 7, 2022 – closing date to advertise the warrant; February 1, 2022 – warrant closes at 3 p.m.;...
To approve the following dates for the Annual Town Meeting 2022 Warrant Opening and Closing: January 7, 2022 – closing date to advertise the warrant; February 1, 2022 – warrant closes at 3 p.m.; March 23, 2022 – Selectmen sign Town Meeting warrant; April 1, 2022 – deadline for posting Town Meeting warrant; May 2, 2022 – Town Meeting; May 16, 2022 – Town Election
From the minutes
“Motion Pursel To approve the following dates for the Annual Town Meeting 2022 Warrant Opening and Closing: January 7, 2022 – closing date to advertise the warrant; February 1, 2022 – warrant closes at 3 p.m.; March 23, 2022 – Selectmen sign Town Meeting warrant; April 1, 2022 – deadline for posting Town Meeting warrant; May 2, 2022 – Town Meeting; May 16, 2022 – Town Election Second Reilly Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Pursel, second: Reilly)
Approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda with the exception of Paragon Entertainment Ventures, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as...
To approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda with the exception of Paragon Entertainment Ventures, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as the current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements
From the minutes
“Motion Grey To approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda with the exception of Paragon Entertainment Ventures, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as the current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Sestito)
Approve the renewal license application as listed on the Agenda subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions, subject to all legal...
To approve the renewal license application as listed on the Agenda subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements
From the minutes
“Motion Sestito To approve the renewal license application as listed on the Agenda subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewal to be the same as the current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements Second Grey Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Sestito, second: Grey)
Approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as current terms and conditions, subject to all legal...
To approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements
From the minutes
“Motion Grey To approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Sestito)
To approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements
From the minutes
“Motion Grey To approve the renewal license applications as listed on the Agenda, subject to signoff by Inspectional Services, said renewals to be the same as current terms and conditions, subject to all legal requirements Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Sestito)
Accept the Letter of Resignation from Donald Gillis from the Hull Board of Health
To accept the Letter of Resignation from Donald Gillis from the Hull Board of Health
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly To accept the Letter of Resignation from Donald Gillis from the Hull Board of Health Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Close the 2021 Tax Classification Hearing
To close the 2021 Tax Classification Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly To close the 2021 Tax Classification Hearing Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Reduce the number of cars in the HRA lot from 600 cars to 500 paid parking spots, 400 of which will be in the large lot closest to the hotel and 100 paid spots in the Phipps Street lot
To reduce the number of cars in the HRA lot from 600 cars to 500 paid parking spots, 400 of which will be in the large lot closest to the hotel and 100 paid spots in the Phipps Street lot
Yes: Constable, Grey, Pursel, ReillyNo: SestitoSestito offered a substitute motion (no parking other than residents in the HRA lot from May to October 2023) that received no second, so the board voted on Grey's motion.
From the minutes
“Motion Grey To reduce the number of cars in the HRA lot from 600 cars to 500 paid parking spots, 400 of which will be in the large lot closest to the hotel and 100 paid spots in the Phipps Street lot. Second Reilly Sestito made a substitute motion: Motion Sestito From May 2023 to October 2023 there will be no parking other than residents in the HRA lot. For the period up until May of 2023 there will be 500 paid parking spots. There was no second to Sestito's motion, so a vote was taken on Grey's motion. Vote 4-1-0 Grey – Aye Reilly – Aye Constable – Aye Pursel – Aye Sestito - Nay.” (Motion: Grey, second: Reilly)
That a discussion of the proposal to eliminate parking in the HRA lot as of 2023 be placed on the Agenda for a meeting of the Board no later than March 15, 2022
That a discussion of the proposal to eliminate parking in the HRA lot as of 2023 be placed on the Agenda for a meeting of the Board no later than March 15, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly That a discussion of the proposal to eliminate parking in the HRA lot as of 2023 be placed on the Agenda for a meeting of the Board no later than March 15, 2022 Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen and/or the Town Manager to sign the necessary paperwork to effectuate approval of the settlement of the class action suit filed against the opioid...
To authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen and/or the Town Manager to sign the necessary paperwork to effectuate approval of the settlement of the class action suit filed against the opioid manufacturers and distributors
From the minutes
“Motion Reilly To authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen and/or the Town Manager to sign the necessary paperwork to effectuate approval of the settlement of the class action suit filed against the opioid manufacturers and distributors Second Sestito Vote Unanimous.” (Motion: Reilly, second: Sestito)
Go into Executive Session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health of an individual; Move to go into Executive Session to consider the discipline or dismissal of,...
To go into Executive Session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health of an individual; Move to go into Executive Session to consider the discipline or dismissal of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; 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; Move to go into Executive Session to comply with, or act under the authority of the Attorney-Client privilege; Move to go into Executive Session to consult with legal counsel and obtain legal advice pursuant to the Attorney-Client privilege, and not to reconvene in Open Session. The following subject matter will be discussed in Executive Session: Personnel Matter and Appointment of Hearing Officer
John Reilly stepped aside (recused) from this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion Sestito Move to go into Executive Session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health of an individual; Move to go into Executive Session to consider the discipline or dismissal of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; 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; Move to go into Executive Session to comply with, or act under the authority of the Attorney-Client privilege; Move to go into Executive Session to consult with legal counsel and obtain legal advice pursuant to the Attorney-Client privilege, and not to reconvene in Open Session. The following subject matter will be discussed in Executive Session: Personnel Matter and Appointment of Hearing Officer Second Grey Vote Unanimous* Sestito – Aye Grey – Aye Constable – Aye Pursel – Aye *Reilly recused himself from the vote..” (Motion: Sestito, second: Grey)
Adjourn the Open Session
To adjourn the Open Session
From the minutes
“The Board then voted unanimously to adjourn the Open Session..”
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