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Hull Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting

June 24, 2026

17 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Brian McCarthy, Jerry Taverna, Susan Short Green, Greg Grey, Irwin Nesoff

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the minutes of May 27th, with the discussed correction

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the minutes of May 27th, with the discussed correction.

From the minutes

“Motion: Grey To approve the minutes of May 27th, with the discussed correction. Second: Taverna Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Taverna)

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

Approve the Annual All Alcohol License transfer, new Common Victualler License, and new Entertainment License for Tide and Flames LLC, dba Tide and Flames, 145 Nantasket Avenue

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Annual All Alcohol License transfer, new Common Victualler License, and new Entertainment License for Tide and Flames LLC, dba Tide and Flames, 145 Nantasket Avenue.

From the minutes

“Motion: Nesoff To approve the Annual All Alcohol License transfer, new Common Victualler License, and new Entertainment License for Tide and Flames LLC, dba Tide and Flames, 145 Nantasket Avenue. Second: Taverna Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Nesoff, second: Taverna)

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

Approve the traffic recommendations summarized by Constable, including one-way northbound traffic on Nantasket Avenue along the seawall, a 20 mile per hour speed limit along the one-way seawall...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the traffic recommendations summarized by Constable, including one-way northbound traffic on Nantasket Avenue along the seawall, a 20 mile per hour speed limit along the one-way seawall portion, a 25 mile per hour speed limit along Fitzpatrick Way, and keeping the current traffic pattern at the end of Beacon Road, Nantasket Avenue, and Fitzpatrick Way.

From the minutes

“Motion: Grey To approve the traffic recommendations summarized by Constable, including one-way northbound traffic on Nantasket Avenue along the seawall, a 20 mile per hour speed limit along the one-way seawall portion, a 25 mile per hour speed limit along Fitzpatrick Way, and keeping the current traffic pattern at the end of Beacon Road, Nantasket Avenue, and Fitzpatrick Way. Second: Nesoff Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Nesoff)

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

Appoint Paul Gratta as temporary Registrar, Republican, for the annual Town Election HRA (three-year seat) recount to be held on June 27, 2026

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Paul Gratta as temporary Registrar, Republican, for the annual Town Election HRA (three-year seat) recount to be held on June 27, 2026.

From the minutes

“Motion: Grey To appoint Paul Gratta as temporary Registrar, Republican, for the annual Town Election HRA (three-year seat) recount to be held on June 27, 2026. Second: Nesoff Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Nesoff)

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

Approve a red, white, and blue crosswalk at L Street and Nantasket Avenue, to be paid for with private funds

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve a red, white, and blue crosswalk at L Street and Nantasket Avenue, to be paid for with private funds.

From the minutes

“Motion: Taverna To approve a red, white, and blue crosswalk at L Street and Nantasket Avenue, to be paid for with private funds. Second: Grey Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Taverna, second: Grey)

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

Approve the one-day entertainment license for Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club for live music at Mariners Park on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm for the Blessing of the Fleet

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the one-day entertainment license for Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club for live music at Mariners Park on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm for the Blessing of the Fleet.

From the minutes

“Motion: Nesoff To approve the one-day entertainment license for Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club for live music at Mariners Park on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm for the Blessing of the Fleet. Second: Taverna Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Nesoff, second: Taverna)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the USA 250th Anniversary Committee parade route for Saturday, August 15, 2026

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the USA 250th Anniversary Committee parade route for Saturday, August 15, 2026.

From the minutes

“Motion: Grey To approve the USA 250th Anniversary Committee parade route for Saturday, August 15, 2026. Second: Taverna Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Taverna)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the one-day entertainment license for David Kellem, dba Assisted Living Band, for live music at the HRA Lot on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm for a one-day concert, with...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the one-day entertainment license for David Kellem, dba Assisted Living Band, for live music at the HRA Lot on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm for a one-day concert, with the fee waived because it is a co- sponsored event.

From the minutes

“Motion: Taverna To approve the one-day entertainment license for David Kellem, dba Assisted Living Band, for live music at the HRA Lot on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm for a one-day concert, with the fee waived because it is a co- sponsored event. Second: Grey Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Taverna, second: Grey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the one-day alcohol and entertainment license for Vitamin Sea Brewing LLC, dba Vitamin Sea Brewing, at 1 Hull Shore Drive, Hull Shore Common, on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 3:00pm to...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the one-day alcohol and entertainment license for Vitamin Sea Brewing LLC, dba Vitamin Sea Brewing, at 1 Hull Shore Drive, Hull Shore Common, on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 3:00pm to 9:00pm for the 250th Anniversary of the United States, with the fee waived because it is a co-sponsored event.

From the minutes

“Motion: Taverna To approve the one-day alcohol and entertainment license for Vitamin Sea Brewing LLC, dba Vitamin Sea Brewing, at 1 Hull Shore Drive, Hull Shore Common, on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 3:00pm to 9:00pm for the 250th Anniversary of the United States, with the fee waived because it is a co-sponsored event. Second: Nesoff Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Taverna, second: Nesoff)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the one-day alcohol and entertainment license for Vitamin Sea Brewing LLC, dba Vitamin Sea Brewing, at Sturgis Field at M Street Tennis Courts on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 9:00am to...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the one-day alcohol and entertainment license for Vitamin Sea Brewing LLC, dba Vitamin Sea Brewing, at Sturgis Field at M Street Tennis Courts on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 9:00am to 6:00pm for the 250th Anniversary of the United States, with the fee waived because it is a co-sponsored event.

From the minutes

“Motion: Taverna To approve the one-day alcohol and entertainment license for Vitamin Sea Brewing LLC, dba Vitamin Sea Brewing, at Sturgis Field at M Street Tennis Courts on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 9:00am to 6:00pm for the 250th Anniversary of the United States, with the fee waived because it is a co-sponsored event. Second: Grey Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Taverna, second: Grey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the Elementary Parent Teacher PTO Color Run request for road closure between 8:30am and 10:00am on Saturday, June 27, 2026, with all safety requirements

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Elementary Parent Teacher PTO Color Run request for road closure between 8:30am and 10:00am on Saturday, June 27, 2026, with all safety requirements

From the minutes

“Motion: Grey To approve the Elementary Parent Teacher PTO Color Run request for road closure between 8:30am and 10:00am on Saturday, June 27, 2026, with all safety requirements Second: Taverna Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Taverna)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Susan Short Green as the Select Board representative to the Waterfront Access Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Susan Short Green as the Select Board representative to the Waterfront Access Advisory Committee.

From the minutes

“Motion: Grey To appoint Susan Short Green as the Select Board representative to the Waterfront Access Advisory Committee. Second: Taverna Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Grey, second: Taverna)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Jerry Taverna as the Select Board representative to the Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Jerry Taverna as the Select Board representative to the Capital Improvement Planning Committee.

From the minutes

“Motion: Green To appoint Jerry Taverna as the Select Board representative to the Capital Improvement Planning Committee. Second: Grey Vote: Unanimous.” (Motion: Green, second: Grey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

That the town's local licensing authority under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 138, opt-in to Act Authorizing Municipalities to Opt-in to a Temporary Pilot to Extend the Hours of Liquor...

Minutes, page 7

ApproveFailed · 2–3

That the town's local licensing authority under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 138, opt-in to Act Authorizing Municipalities to Opt-in to a Temporary Pilot to Extend the Hours of Liquor Licenses in Summer 2026

The minutes give only the count (2-3-0), not how each member voted.

From the minutes

“Motion: Taverna That the town's local licensing authority under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 138, opt-in to Act Authorizing Municipalities to Opt-in to a Temporary Pilot to Extend the Hours of Liquor Licenses in Summer 2026 Second: Grey Vote: 2-3-0.” (Motion: Taverna, second: Grey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

That the town's local licensing authority under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 138, not opt-in to an Act Authorizing Municipalities to Opt-in to a Temporary Pilot to Extend the Hours of Liquor...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 3–2

That the town's local licensing authority under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 138, not opt-in to an Act Authorizing Municipalities to Opt-in to a Temporary Pilot to Extend the Hours of Liquor Licenses in Summer 2026

The minutes give only the count (3-2-0), not how each member voted.

From the minutes

“Motion: Nesoff That the town's local licensing authority under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 138, not opt-in to an Act Authorizing Municipalities to Opt-in to a Temporary Pilot to Extend the Hours of Liquor Licenses in Summer 2026 Second: McCarthy Vote: 3-2-0.” (Motion: Nesoff, second: McCarthy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Keep Select Board meetings on Wednesdays, start regular meetings at 6:30pm, and continue adding meetings as needed to accommodate heavy agendas

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To keep Select Board meetings on Wednesdays, start regular meetings at 6:30pm, and continue adding meetings as needed to accommodate heavy agendas.

The minutes give only the count (4-1-0), not how each member voted.

From the minutes

“Motion: Grey To keep Select Board meetings on Wednesdays, start regular meetings at 6:30pm, and continue adding meetings as needed to accommodate heavy agendas. Second: Nesoff Vote: 4-1-0.” (Motion: Grey, second: Nesoff)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Enter executive session pursuant to Open Meeting Law, M.G.L. c. 30A, sections 21(a)(2) and (3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and because an open meeting may have a...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter executive session pursuant to Open Meeting Law, M.G.L. c. 30A, sections 21(a)(2) and (3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the body, and to consult with legal counsel and obtain legal advice pursuant to the attorney-client privilege regarding the Hull Library Staff Association, Local 4928.

From the minutes

“Motion: McCarthy To enter executive session pursuant to Open Meeting Law, M.G.L. c. 30A, sections 21(a)(2) and (3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the body, and to consult with legal counsel and obtain legal advice pursuant to the attorney-client privilege regarding the Hull Library Staff Association, Local 4928. Vote: Green: aye Taverna: aye Grey: aye Nesoff: aye McCarthy: aye.” (Motion: McCarthy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

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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