Hingham public meetings in 2023

School Building Committee

The committee will review updates for the Foster School Project, including designer updates on interior finishes and furniture selections. Members will also consider several project change orders related to electrical and geothermal work. Additionally, the committee will review recent project invoices and approve meeting minutes.

• Vote to approve Furniture Fixtures & Equipment (FFE) selections
• Review of Change Order #1 regarding an additional electrical manhole
• Review of Change Order #2 involving a generator upsize and geothermal well
• Review of project invoices from PMA, KRR, Bacon, and Dain Torpy

Veterans' Council

The council will conduct a roll call and review previous minutes. The agenda includes reports from the Veterans Service Officer and questions from the public.

• Review and approval of previous minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will review FY25 departmental budget requests for various town services. The agenda also includes potential votes on management agreements for Lincoln School Apartments and lease amendments with Vista Verde Corp. Additionally, updates are scheduled regarding the new Senior Center project and Downer Avenue school construction.

• Potential vote to approve Corcoran Management Company, Inc. as manager of Lincoln School Apartments
• Review of FY25 departmental budget requests
• Consideration of lease amendment with Vista Verde Corp
• Agreement with Clifton Larson Allen, LLP for audit services through 2026
• Renewal of Common Victualler licenses for local businesses

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes and receive reports from the Treasurer and Ranger. Discussion will also include 2023 goals and park projects.

• Girl scout march
• Budget 2004 and cap requests
• Discussion on park projects and 2023 goals

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Board of Managers will review property management reports and updates on a window project and LSA building reviews. The meeting includes potential votes regarding the 2024 budget, capital improvements, and the LSA management contract.

• Window project status update
• Finalization of the 2024 Budget
• Capital Improvements Project D discussion
• Vote to accept Corcoran Management proposal for LSA Management Contract

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will review several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These items include driveway and deck modifications, a stone wall installation, and solar panel arrays.

• Driveway, deck, and pool fencing at 20 Middle Street
• Stone wall and lighting review at 151 Leavitt Street
• Solar panel array installation at 54 Middle Street

Board of Assessors

The Board will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and make decisions on abatements

Route 3A Task Force

The Route 3A Task Force will discuss 75% design developments, including landscaping. The meeting also includes a review of the project timeline and approval of minutes from November 7, 2023.

• Review and approve minutes of 11/07/23
• Discussion of 75% design developments, including landscaping
• Review project timeline and related topics

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review meeting minutes from November 16, 2023. The board is also scheduled to address action items regarding new construction projects.

• New construction at 0 Arnold Road (Merrill Engineering)
• New construction at 82 Gardner St (Merrill Engineering)
• Review of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct a regular meeting including updates on finances, schools, and Harbor Media and Grant. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes and planning for the next meeting.

• Finances update
• Schools update
• Harbor Media and Grant update

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee is reviewing several environmental initiatives including food scrap recycling and school programs. Members are also discussing potential bylaw changes regarding leaf blowers and bundled waste services.

• Review of leaf blower project proposals
• Update on food scraps recycling in Hingham
• Potential partnership with Usefull reusable container company
• Bylaw change for bundled service for waste/recycling pickup
• Bottle bylaw implementation starting 1/1/2024

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive an Executive Director report regarding November results, expenditures, revenue, and donation requests. The agenda also includes a discussion of Vista Verde and a review of course capital projects.

• Executive Director Report: November Results, Expenditures, Revenue, and Donation Requests
• Review of Course Capital Projects
• Vista Verde

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee will meet to discuss alternate site locations. The agenda also includes remarks from the Chair and Vice Chair.

• Discussion of alternate site locations

School Building Committee

The committee will review furniture selections made by staff and reach a decision regarding new furniture. The meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2023, at Foster Elementary School.

• Review of staff furniture selections
• Decision on new furniture

Select Board

The Select Board will review departmental budget requests for fiscal year 2025 across various town services. The meeting also includes consideration of audit service agreements and the allocation of DPU funds. Additionally, several business license renewals will be presented for approval.

• Approval of audit services agreement with Clifton Larson Allen, LLP for FY2024-2026
• Allocation of $7,255.20 from 2022 MA Department of Public Utilities Per-Ride Assessment Funds
• Review of FY25 departmental budget requests including Town Hall and Legal Services
• Approval of a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe purchase for the Harbormaster
• Renewal of various retail, entertainment, and auto dealer licenses

Municipal Light Board

The Board will discuss electric vehicle and solar credits, as well as financing options for rate payers regarding solar and heat pumps. The meeting includes a review of the three-year financial summary and year-to-date figures through October 2023.

• EV Credit discussion
• Solar Credit discussion
• Financing options for solar and heat pumps
• Review of 3-year summary and YTD financials through October 2023
• Updates on Transmission Line Project, EV chargers, and various solar projects

Sewer Commission

The Commission will review the November 21, 2023, meeting minutes and the preliminary sewer bill commitment for fiscal year 2024. Discussion includes the design and contract review for the Route 3A Gravity Sewer and Force Main Reconstruction project.

• FY2024 Preliminary Sewer Bill Commitment
• Route 3A Gravity Sewer and Force Main Reconstruction
• Route 3A Gravity Sewer and Force Main Design and Contract Review

Housing Authority

The Hingham Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several administrative matters. Proposed actions include approving the 2024 Payment Standards for the Section 8 program and renewing insurance for Massachusetts State-Aided Housing Programs.

• Approval of 2024 Payment Standards for the Section 8 program
• Approval of property, boiler & machinery, and crime insurance for state-aided housing programs
• Approval of October 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of accounts payables

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to attend and participate in a Hingham Public School Facility Tour. This tour was organized by the School Committee.

• Hingham Public School Facility Tour

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review and approve its report to the Select Board. The committee will also discuss a recommended action regarding the renewal of Clifton Larson Allen as Town Independent Auditors.

• Review and approval of Audit Committee Report to the Select Board
• Renewal of Clifton Larson Allen as Town Independent Auditors

Personnel Board

The Hingham Personnel Board will consider vacation carryover requests and discuss the Personnel By-Law vacation policy. The board also plans to enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Consideration of vacation carryover requests
• Discussion of Personnel By-Law vacation policy
• Executive Session regarding Teamsters, Local 25 Union bargaining strategy

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss attendance and participation in the Master Plan Summit. The remaining agenda items are procedural.

• Participation in the Master Plan Summit

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet to discuss the background and implementation of the Town's Master Plan. The agenda consists of introductory items and discussion regarding plan execution.

• Master Plan Background
• Discussion of Master Plan Implementation

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss the review process for the Demolition Delay By-Law and a possible preservation restriction for Tree and park Barn. The agenda also includes a CPC update and discussion regarding the Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust.

• Possible preservation restriction for Tree and park Barn
• Demolition Delay By-Law review process
• CPC Update from Elizabeth Dings
• Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust discussion

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to consider several service agreements including salt supply, sewer line engineering, and stormwater planning. The board will also review talent bank applicants and receive reports from the Town Administrator.

• Agreement with Eastern Minerals, Inc. for CC (rock) Salt or Solar Salt
• Agreement with Weston and Sampson for Route 3A main sewer line design, engineering, and permitting
• Agreement with Woodard and Curran for Stormwater Master Planning services
• Talent Bank Appointments

Taxation Aid Committee

The committee will review progress on promoting exemptions and review received exemptions. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss these exemption records.

• Review of exemption promotion progress
• Review of received exemptions

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to review and approve final audit reports. The committee will also prepare for a presentation to the Select Board.

• Review and approval of final Audit reports
• Preparation for presentation to Select Board

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet to discuss preparations for a Master Plan Summit. The meeting is scheduled as a remote session via Zoom.

• Master Plan Summit Preparation

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss construction and design updates for the Foster School Project. This includes reviewing pending project change orders related to lighting revisions, a generator upsize, and an added geothermal well. The meeting also covers utility connection costs and manufacturing acceleration costs.

• Review of project change orders including generator upsize and geothermal well addition
• Discussion of exterior and interior finishes and colors for the Foster School
• Review of HMLP utility connection costs
• Review of switchgear manufacturing acceleration costs
• Approval of November 15, 2023, meeting minutes

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review October financial results including revenue and expenditures. Discussion items include the Maintenance Building Project, a facility assessment, and the FY 2025 Budget.

• October Results (Expenditures and Revenue)
• Maintenance Building Project
• Facility Assessment
• FY 2025 Budget
• Vista Verde correspondence

Select Board

The Select Board will review warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting and hold a joint session with the Board of Assessors regarding tax classification. The board will also consider a Reserve Fund transfer request related to flooding in the Town Hall basement.

• FY24 Tax Classification Hearing
• Reserve Fund Transfer request for Town Hall basement flood
• Fire Capital Repurposing Request
• Submission of 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
• Executive session regarding litigation strategy (MDL No. 2873)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors and Select Board are holding a joint session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 Tax Classification Hearing and the Senior Means Exemption.

• FY24 Tax Classification Hearing discussion
• Senior Means Exemption discussion

Veterans' Council

The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call and approval of previous minutes. It also includes reports from the Veterans Service Officer (VSO) regarding events. No specific new business or projects are detailed in the document.

• Review and approval of previous minutes
• Veterans Service Officer (VSO) reports

Sewer Commission

The Commission is reviewing the FY 2025 operating and capital budget schedules. Discussion includes the status of the Route 3A project, bond issues, and ARPA grant funding for the 2024 Town Meeting.

• FY 2025 operating budget review
• FY 2025 capital budget schedule including emergency repair estimates and resiliency study funding
• Route 3A project, bond issue, and ARPA grant status
• Website reports and resources for the 2024 Town Meeting

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes, the Treasurer's Report, and the Ranger's Report. Members will also discuss the Goodrich Grant, the 2024 budget, and goals for park projects.

• Treasurer's Report
• Ranger's Report
• Goodrich Grant
• Budget 2024 and cap requests
• Discussion on 2023 park project goals

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Board of Managers will receive updates on a window project, LSA building reviews, and the RFP schedule. The meeting includes discussions regarding the 2024 budget and capital improvements.

• Window project status update
• LSA Building Reviews update
• 2024 budget updates
• Capital improvement discussion
• RFP schedule update

Country Club Management Committee

The Country Club Management Committee will conduct a tour of the South Shore Country Club facilities.

• Tour of South Shore Country Club facilities

Historic Districts Commission

The Commission will review two applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include a request for modified plans at 38 North Street and a matter regarding non-compliance at 151 Leavitt Street.

• Bill Benoit, 38 North Street: modifications to construct a balcony over an existing roof
• John and Clare Farrell, 151 Leavitt Street: discussion of non-compliance with Historic District Regulations

Board of Assessors

The Board will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements.

• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and decide on abatements

Board of Health

The Board of Health will vote on revised tobacco regulations and a well variance for 85 Cushing St. The meeting also includes an introduction of the new public health nurse, Teresa Flynn.

• Vote to approve revised tobacco regulations
• Variance to potable well at 85 Cushing St
• Introduction of new public health nurse Teresa Flynn

School Building Committee

The Hingham School Building Committee will review construction progress and invoices for the Foster School and Plymouth River Elementary projects. The committee is also scheduled to consider several project change orders, including work on exterior doors and electrical wiring.

• Review of a Foster School change order for an added geothermal well
• Approval of $35,000.00 change order for exterior door work at Plymouth River Elementary
• Review of $6,722.00 change order for unit vent control wiring at Plymouth River Elementary
• Review of project invoices for Foster School and Plymouth River Elementary

Veterans' Council

This meeting agenda consists of procedural items and reports for the Hingham Veterans' Council. No specific new business or projects are detailed in the document.

• Review and approval of previous minutes
• Veterans Service Officer (VSO) reports

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The committee will review minutes from October 2023 and discuss alternate site locations for the Senior Center. The meeting is scheduled to take place remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion of alternate site locations

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to consider a change order for the Public Safety Facility Project with Colantonio, Inc. The agenda also includes notice of an upcoming School Committee meeting regarding the naming of a proposed Wellness Center at Hingham High School.

• Public Safety Facility Project Change Order #5 with Colantonio, Inc.
• Notice of School Committee meeting on 11/27/2023 regarding Hingham High School Wellness Center naming

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Trail to Straits Pond Island, including preliminary scouting efforts for a proposed trail. Members will also brainstorm committee goals and directions for 2024.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Updates on the status of the Trail to Straits Pond Island
• Review of feedback from the October 19 Hull Times article
• Brainstorming committee goals and directions for 2024

Energy Action Committee

The committee will review the status of Hingham’s 2018 energy reduction plan. Discussion includes updates on heat pump advocacy and potential topics such as EV school buses.

• Review of Hingham's 2018 energy reduction plan
• Heat pump advocacy updates
• EV School Bus update

Municipal Light Board

The Board will review the 2024 Capital Budget and a proposed warrant article regarding solar leases on town property. Updates are scheduled for several projects including transmission lines, EV chargers, and various solar initiatives.

• 2024 Capital Budget
• Proposed Warrant Article for Solar Leases on Town Property
• Transmission Line Project update
• EV charger updates
• HMLP, Municipal, and Landfill Solar updates

Retirement Board

The Board will review and approve previous meeting minutes and monthly allowances and expenses. The agenda includes reviewing various membership, retirement, and fund transfer applications.

• Review and Approve Minutes of October 24, 2023 meeting
• Review and Approve Allowances and Expenses for November 2023
• Review and Approve Application(s) for Membership
• Review and Approve Application(s) for Retirement
• Review and Approve Application(s) for Make-Ups/Buybacks

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review an application to demolish an existing dwelling at 49 Elm Street. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes.

• Review of demolition application for 49 Elm Street
• Review of meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will consider several requests regarding salary placements and benefits for new hires and existing staff. This includes reviews of pay grades for the Assistant Town Engineer and Conservation Officer, as well as education incentives for police officers.

• Salary placement for Assistant Town Engineer at Grade 10, Step 3
• Salary and vacation time request for new Conservation Officer
• Job description and salary schedule for seasonal Bowling Alley Manager
• Education Incentive pay requests for two police officers
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining strategy

Board of Assessors

The Board will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements.

• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and decide on abatements

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will review potential bylaws regarding leaf blowers and discuss reducing the number of permitted trash haulers in Hingham. The agenda also includes updates on food scraps recycling and feedback from a recent community forum.

• Review of possible leaf blower bylaw proposals
• Expanded partnership with Baystate Textiles
• Update on food scraps recycling in Hingham
• Discussion regarding reducing the number of permitted trash haulers

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the Teamsters, Local 25 Supervisors Union. The board also plans to conduct negotiations with the union in executive session.

• Strategy discussion for collective bargaining with Teamsters, Local 25 Supervisors Union
• Negotiations with Teamsters, Local 25 Supervisors Union

Select Board

The Select Board will consider the potential acquisition of 30 Summer Street under Article 27. The meeting also includes a review of a Public Safety Facility Project change order and a Common Victualler license application for Press Juice Bar LLC.

• Potential acquisition of 30 Summer Street
• Common Victualler license application for Press Juice Bar LLC at 93 South Street
• Public Safety Facility Project Change Order #4 with Colantonio, Inc.
• Discussion on renaming the Hingham Senior Center to the Hingham Center for Active Living
• Acceptance of the ADA Self-Assessment and Transition Plan

Route 3A Task Force

The Route 3A Task Force will review the 75% design developments for the project. The meeting also includes a review of the project timeline and related topics.

• Discussion of 75% design developments
• Review of project timeline

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will review minutes from the September 26 meeting and discuss sewer abatements. The agenda also includes an inflow fee adjustment for 60 Howe Street and a lateral connection at 26 Lambert's Lane to the Hull Street main.

• Inflow fee adjustment for 60 Howe Street
• Sewer lateral connection at 26 Lambert’s Lane to Hull Street sewer main
• Review of sewer abatements

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Cable TV Advisory Committee will receive updates regarding finances, schools, and Harbor Media and grants. The committee will also review previous minutes and plan for its next meeting.

• Finances update
• Schools update
• Harbor Media and Grant update

Country Club Management Committee

The Country Club Management Committee will meet to review the Master Plan. The agenda also includes a facility assessment of the restaurant and function space.

• Review of Master Plan
• Facility Assessment of Restaurant and Function Space

Historical Commission

The commission will hold elections for the positions of Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Town-Wide Preservation Plan and the Demolition Delay By-Law. Updates are also scheduled for the G.A.R. Hall preservation restriction and the Tranquility Grove Project.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Town-Wide Preservation Plan discussion
• Demolition Delay By-Law Q&A
• G.A.R. Hall preservation restriction
• Tranquility Grove Project update

Select Board

The Select Board will hold an executive session regarding a potential real estate acquisition. This discussion involves the Hingham Affordable Housing Trust.

• Potential real estate acquisition by the Hingham Affordable Housing Trust

Historical Commission

The Hingham Historical Commission will conduct a site visit on October 28, 2023. The visit is regarding an application to demolish the building located at 49 Elm Street.

• Demolition application for 49 Elm Street

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee is meeting to discuss the goals, recommendations, and implementation of the town's Master Plan. This meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion of Master Plan Goals, Recommendations, and Implementation

Board of Assessors

The Board will approve minutes from the previous meeting and review warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on property tax abatements.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and make decisions on abatements

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The committee will discuss Select Board member Joe Fisher’s office hours regarding parking issues at Town Hall. The discussion focuses on current and future needs of the Senior Center.

• Discussion of parking issues at Town Hall

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review September financial results and expenditures for fiscal year 2004. Discussion topics include the maintenance building project, golf simulator rates, and the facility assessment. The agenda also covers the master plan and the Bill Friend Tournament.

• Maintenance Building Project
• Review of Master Plan and Facility Assessment
• Golf Simulator Rates and Permit Categories
• September financial results and FY24 YTD expenditures
• Bill Friend Tournament project start date

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Hingham Police Patrolmen’s Association and the Police Superior Officers Union Local 405. The agenda also includes considerations for a farmer's market license, construction change orders, and basketball court reconstruction.

• Collective bargaining strategy regarding Hingham Police unions
• Farmer Winery license application by Blisspoint LLC
• Change Order #3 with Colantonio, Inc. for the Public Safety Facility project
• Agreement with R.A.D. Corp. d/b/a R.A.D. Sports for Cronin Field Basketball Court reconstruction
• Appointment of Police Prosecutors and Special Police Officers through October 2024

Audit Committee

This meeting consists of procedural updates regarding the current audit status and pending items. The committee will also review previous minutes and discuss the forward plan for the audit.

• Current audit status review
• Review of outstanding and pending items
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will consider an agreement with Environmental Partners Group, LLC. This contract is for engineering services related to the Nantasket Ave Seawall Water Main replacement within the Weir River Water System.

• Agreement with Environmental Partners Group, LLC for engineering services
• Nantasket Ave Seawall Water Main replacement project

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission meeting includes a discussion on a sewer lateral connection for 26 Lambert’s Lane, Cohasset. The agenda also covers an inflow fee adjustment for 60 Howe Street and a report from the Sewer Supervisor.

• Inflow fee adjustment for 60 Howe Street
• Sewer lateral connection to Hull Street Sewer Main at 26 Lambert’s Lane, Cohasset
• Review of September 26, 2023 minutes
• Website discussion

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will hold a public hearing regarding a potential increase to the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) base for fiscal year 2025. The board will also review membership, retirement, and buyback applications.

• Public Hearing: Increasing the COLA base for FY2025
• Review and approval of October 2023 allowances and expenses
• Review of membership, retirement, and buyback applications

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will review a property management report from Corcoran Management. The meeting includes updates on a window project, LSA building reviews, and a budget meeting with town staff.

• Window project status update by Mark Coughlin and Jennifer Oram
• Property Management Report from Corcoran Management
• Update on LSA Building Reviews
• Update on Budget Meeting with Town Staff
• Update on RFP schedule

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet to discuss goals, recommendations, and the implementation process for the town's Master Plan.

• Discussion of Master Plan Goals and Recommendations

Historic Districts Commission

The Hingham Historic Districts Commission will consider several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include a stone wall on South Street and property modifications on Middle Street.

• Stone wall construction at 224 South Street
• Driveway, deck, and pool fencing modifications at 20 Middle Street
• Construction of a 1 ½ story garage/barn at 32 Middle Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review meeting minutes from September 29, 2023. Action items include reviewing new construction at 2, 3 & 5 Vineyard Lane and 0 Arnold, as well as an easement approval for 6/10 Martins Cove.

• New construction: 2, 3 & 5 Vineyard Lane
• New construction: 0 Arnold
• Easement Approval: 6/10 Martins Cove

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will hold a presentation regarding Master Plan goals, recommendations, and the implementation process for the Community Preservation Committee.

• Presentation of Master Plan goals and recommendations

Veterans' Council

The meeting consists of procedural items including the review of previous minutes and reports from the Veterans Service Officer (VSO). The council will also review the FY2024 calendar for meetings and events.

• Review and approval of previous minutes
• Veterans Service Officer (VSO) reports
• Review of FY2024 meeting and event calendar

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Scholarship Fund Committee will review asset allocation and rebalance the fund to provide cash for 2023 scholarship awards and administrative fees. The committee also plans to vote on previous meeting minutes and update its membership.

• $330,000.00 total for scholarships and administrative fees
• Review of fund asset allocation and rebalancing
• Vote on April 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Membership change: Frank Gaul departing and Jeff Swett joining

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee is reviewing bylaw project proposals regarding leaf blowers and containers. Members are also discussing potential partnerships with Baystate Textiles and FoodCycle.

• Bylaw project proposals for leaf blowers and container removal
• Expanded partnership with Baystate Textiles
• Potential municipal partnership with FoodCycle
• Cleaner Greener Hingham Cleanup Day update
• Update on food scraps composting in Hingham

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review a presentation regarding Master Plan goals, recommendations, and the implementation process. This presentation is directed to the Advisory Committee.

• Presentation of Master Plan goals, recommendations, and implementation process

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive a presentation on the Trail to Straits Pond Island. Members will also discuss a letter of support for SOS Save Open Space and evaluate various estuary impacts.

• Presentation on the status of Trail to Straits Pond Island
• Discussion regarding letter of support to Hull's SOS Save Open Space
• Review of town initiatives, issues, and impacts to the estuary

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review the Treasurer's and Ranger's reports and discuss upcoming park projects. The agenda also includes items regarding park benches, the Goodrich Grant, and local events.

• Park benches
• Goodrich Grant
• South School race
• Friendship home turkey trot
• Discussion on 2023 goals

Historical Commission

The commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda includes updates on the Tranquility Grove Project and the Almshouse Sign Replacement.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Tranquility Grove Project update
• Almshouse Sign Replacement update
• Preservation Restriction regarding G.A.R. Hall
• Town-Wide Preservation Plan discussion

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet to discuss Master Plan goals, recommendations, and the implementation process. The agenda also notes upcoming meetings for the Advisory Committee and Community Preservation Committee.

• Discussion of Master Plan Goals and Recommendations
• Discussion of Implementation Process

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessants will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and review warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements.

• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Decisions on abatements in executive session

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will review progress on the Foster School Project, including construction and RDA updates. The committee is also scheduled to review several project invoices.

• Foster School construction update
• Front drop off/pick up loop status update
• Review of PMA Invoice #2
• Review of RDA Invoice #2
• Review of KRR Pay Req #10, Bacon Pay Req #3, and Uline WaterWall Barrier Invoice

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will discuss the 2024 budget and the renewal of the LSA Property Management Agreement. The board may also vote on renewing the management agreement and returning FY22 cash flow rent to the Ground Lease Account or Operating Income.

• LSA Property Management Agreement renewal discussion and potential vote
• 2024 Budget Discussion
• Vote regarding returning FY22 Cash Flow Rent to the Ground Lease Account or Operating Income

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee will review the analysis of Town Hall spaces. The committee will also discuss potential alternate site locations.

• Approval of May 2023 and September 2023 minutes
• Analysis of Town Hall Spaces
• Discussion of Alternate Site Locations

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss a potential real estate acquisition in executive session. The public portion includes consideration of several service agreements and a regulatory agreement for 270 Central Street.

• Potential real estate acquisition (Executive Session)
• Limousine License for Diamond Comfort Rides
• Agreement with Colonial Municipal Group for two 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe K9 vehicles
• Agreement with Shrewsbury Landscapes, Inc. for Carlson and Haley Fields renovations
• Agreement with Colonial Ford, Inc. for a 2023 Ford F250 XL 4x4 Truck

Energy Action Committee

The Energy Action Committee will review Hingham’s 2018 energy reduction plan. The meeting includes an open discussion regarding heat pump advocacy strategies and potential events. Members will also receive updates on electric vehicle and solar initiatives.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Review of the 2018 energy reduction plan
• Discussion of heat pump advocacy and event strategies
• Updates on EV and solar initiatives from HMLP

Municipal Light Board

The board will vote on a memorandum of understanding to transfer land for a new sub-station and appoint a member to the Climate Action Commission. The meeting also includes updates on solar projects, EV chargers, and financial reports through August 2023.

• Vote on MOU for land transfer for a new sub-station
• Vote to designate a member of the Climate Action Commission
• Update on income adjusted rate marketing
• Financial summary through August 2023
• Updates on solar projects and EV chargers

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The committee will review finances and a funding information request from Norwell. The agenda also includes updates regarding schools and Harbor Media and Grant.

• Discussion of Norwell information request regarding funding
• Schools update
• Harbor Media and Grant update

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing fire alarm system projects, including a contract change for a cellular radio box installation. They are also considering completion certificates for electrical work at Thaxter St. The meeting also covers routine approvals for accounts payable and previous minutes.

• Contract change for Williams Electric, LLC to add a Radio Box ($1,335.73 increase)
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Jacqueline Electric and Contracting Inc. at Thaxter St.
• Certificate of Final Completion for Jacqueline Electric and Contracting Inc. at Thaxter St. ($75,612.40)

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will discuss a UFS Rate Study. The board is also scheduled to vote on a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the transfer of land for a new substation.

• UFS Rate Study
• Vote on MOU for transfer of land for new Sub-Station

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review meeting minutes from August 30, 2023. Action items include reviewing new construction at 222 South Pleasant St and 2, 3 & 5 Vineyard Lane, as well as tobacco regulations.

• New Construction: 222 South Pleasant St
• New Construction: 2, 3 & 5 Vineyard Lane
• Tobacco Regulations

Board of Assessors

This meeting covers routine administrative tasks such as approving minutes and signing warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session for abatement decisions

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive an Executive Director report regarding August results and fiscal year expenditures. The agenda includes discussions on a maintenance building project, golf cart contracts, and the bowling alley reservation system.

• Executive Director Report covering August results and FY24 YTD expenditures
• Maintenance Building Project discussion
• Golf Cart Contract review
• Bowling Alley Reservation System live date
• Bill Friend Tournament

Select Board

The Hingham Select Board will consider several agreements for equipment and facility upgrades. This includes playground improvements at Cronin Field and maintenance for the South Shore Country Club. The board will also receive an update on downtown traffic calming measures.

• One-day wine and malt beverage license for Galley Kitchen and Bar
• Playground equipment agreement for Cronin Field
• 2024 Trackless MT7 Tractor agreement for Public Works
• Facility upgrades at South Shore Country Club
• Lease of 64 Club Car Golf Carts for South Shore Country Club

Traffic Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations for the Select Board regarding street speeds. This includes a proposal to reduce limits to 25mph on certain streets. The meeting also covers locations for Speed Feedback signage.

• Recommendation to reduce speed limit to 25mph on certain streets
• Recommendation on location of Speed Feedback signage

Sewer Commission

The Commission will discuss the status of the Route 3A force and gravity main design and facility resiliency. The meeting includes a possible vote to establish an I&I plan and a possible vote to transfer funds for emergency repairs.

• Route 3A force and gravity main design status and schedule
• Possible vote to establish a written I&I plan
• Possible vote to transfer unencumbered funds from I&I account for emergency force main repair costs
• FY-25 Capital Budget planning status
• Discussion of private sewer rules, connection regulations, and fees

Retirement Board

The Board will review and approve previous meeting minutes and monthly allowances and expenses. The agenda also includes reviewing membership, retirement, buyback, and deduction applications.

• Review and approve August 22, 2023 minutes
• Review and approve September 2023 allowances and expenses
• Review membership and retirement applications
• Review make-ups, buybacks, and deduction transfers
• PRIT Fund and Cash Flow reports

Historic Districts Commission

The commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for several properties. Proposed work includes structural additions, window replacements, and new construction within local historic districts.

• 693 Main Street: Second-story addition and window removal
• 339 Main Street: New metal roof canopy for the Central Fire Station
• 32 Middle Street: Construction of a new garage/barn and driveway improvements
• 107 Main Street: Installation of a cedar pool fence
• 3 West Street: Replacement of 25 windows

Board of Assessors

The Board will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and make decisions on abatements

Veterans' Council

The Council will review and approve previous minutes and receive a report from the Veterans Service Officer. Members will also review the FY2024 calendar of meetings and events.

• Review and approve previous minutes
• Veterans Service Officer (VSO) report
• Review FY2024 Calendar of meetings and events

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a request for a change of DBA for LSF Hingham, LLC at 96 Derby Street. The meeting also includes an update on Downtown Hingham Traffic Calming Measures and a presentation on cellular service improvement.

• Change of DBA request for LSF Hingham, LLC, 96 Derby Street
• Agreement with Minuteman Trucks d/b/a Allegiance Trucks for three Public Works vehicles
• Downtown Hingham Traffic Calming Measures Update
• Cellular Service improvement presentation

Audit Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the introduction of new members and the approval of previous minutes. The committee will also review the current status of audits and the forward plan for upcoming audits.

• Introduction of new members and terms of existing members
• Review and approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Discussion of current audit status and forward plan for Audit

Taxation Aid Committee

The Taxation Aid Committee will review committee guidelines and discuss how to promote a new exemption. The meeting also includes setting the date for the next meeting.

• Promotion of a new exemption
• Review of guidelines

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes, the Treasurer's Report, and the Ranger's Report. Members will also discuss park benches and future projects for 2023.

• Discussion of park benches
• Review of Treasurer's Report
• Review of Ranger's Report
• Discussion of 2023 goals and park projects

Personnel Board

The board will consider a request regarding the salary schedule placement and an additional week of vacation for the newly hired Assistant Water Superintendent. The meeting also includes a motion to enter executive session to discuss personal matters of an individual.

• Salary schedule and vacation time request for new Assistant Water Superintendent
• Entry into Executive Session regarding an individual's reputation, character, or health

Historic Districts Commission

The Commission will conduct site visits at three different locations on September 15, 2023. These visits involve reviewing proposed changes to windows, siding, hardscape, and garage construction.

• 3 West Street: window replacement
• 224 South Street: siding, windows, and new hardscape elements
• 32 Middle Street: garage/barn construction, parking court, and driveway/walkway improvements

Personnel Board

The board will consider a request regarding the salary placement and vacation time for the newly hired Assistant Water Superintendent. The meeting also includes HR updates and an executive session to discuss union bargaining strategy and individual personnel matters.

• Salary and vacation request for new Assistant Water Superintendent
• HR updates
• Executive session regarding Teamsters, Local 25 Union bargaining strategy
• Executive session regarding individual personnel matters

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee will review bylaw project proposals and a request for a letter of support regarding hydration station funding from Ginny LeClair. The meeting also includes discussions on food scraps composting and an expanded partnership with Baystate Textiles.

• Bylaw project proposals
• Request for a Letter of Support for hydration station funding
• Expanded partnership with Baystate Textiles
• Food scraps composting in Hingham
• Election of chair and secretary

School Building Committee

The committee will review project updates for the Plymouth River School window project and the Foster School project. Discussions include budget status, change orders, and various project invoices.

• Plymouth River School: Change Order #3 for $12,396.00 and a 340-day time extension
• Plymouth River School: Review of ACG, T2, and Homer Contracting invoices
• Foster School: Construction and RDA project updates
• Foster School: Select Board update regarding PFA Bid Amendment
• Foster School: Review of PMA, RDA, KRR, and Bacon invoices

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee will meet to discuss new business and potential alternate site locations for the project. The meeting is scheduled to take place remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion of alternate site locations

Select Board

The Select Board will review updates on the New Elementary School Project and Downtown Hingham Traffic Calming Measures. The agenda includes considerations for one-day beverage licenses for the Weir River Farm Fall Festival and a dock agreement for the Harbormaster.

• Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license for Break Rock Brewing LLC
• Special (One Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license for Widowmaker Brewing LLC
• New Elementary School Project Update
• Agreement with Jet Docks Systems for a floating dock
• Potential Special Police Officer appointment of Jeffrey Treanor

Municipal Light Board

The Board will discuss meter opt-out charges, low income discount rates, and time of use updates. The meeting includes a review of financial summaries through July 2023 and project updates.

• Meter Charge for AMR Meter OPT-OUT
• Low Income Discount Rate discussion
• TOU Update
• Financials: 3-year Summary and YTD – July 2023
• Updates on Transmission Line Project, EV chargers, and solar projects

Sewer Commission

The commission will review previous minutes and discuss sewer abatements and operations. A primary agenda item is the Sewer Commission Consolidation Agreement with the Town of Hingham. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss how this agreement impacts department budget and operations.

• Review of August 15, 2023 minutes
• North Street Force Main status report
• Sewer Commission Consolidation Agreement with the Town of Hingham
• Executive session regarding consolidation agreement impact on budget and operations

Housing Authority

The Board will consider a $854.97 cost increase for the Hingham Fire Alarm System Upgrade project. They will also review certificates of substantial and final completion for Williams Electric, LLC. Additionally, the meeting includes approval of EOHLC wage match regulations.

• $854.97 cost increase for heat detector installation by Williams Electric, LLC
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for fire alarm system upgrade
• Certificate of Final Completion for fire alarm system upgrade
• Approval of EOHLC Wage Match Regulations for Fiscal Year 2024

Board of Assessors

The Board will approve previous meeting minutes and review warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on tax abatements.

• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session regarding decisions on abatements

Route 3A Task Force

The Route 3A Task Force will meet via Zoom to review previous minutes and conduct a discussion on project developments. The agenda includes a period for public comment.

• Review and approval of July 26, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Project Developments

Energy Action Committee

The Energy Action Committee will review June meeting minutes and discuss appointing a member to the Climate Action Commission. The agenda includes sustainability department updates and discussions regarding heat pump advocacy and various energy projects.

• Appointment of an EAC member to the Climate Action Commission
• Updates from Hingham’s Sustainability Department
• Discussion on heat pump advocacy actions
• Review of energy projects including Safety Building, Foster School, and HMLP

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will review a property management report from Corcoran Management. The meeting includes updates on a window project and LSA Building Reviews. Possible votes include the approval of bills and allocation of Cash Flow Rent Payment.

• Window project status update
• Update on LSA Building Reviews
• Approval of bills
• Allocation of Cash Flow Rent Payment
• Property management report from Corcoran Management

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will consider a request regarding the salary schedule for a newly hired GIS Coordinator. The board also plans to enter into an executive session to discuss individual character or health matters.

• Salary placement for new GIS Coordinator at Grade 9, Step 3
• Executive Session regarding individual reputation, character, or health

Board of Health

The Hingham Board of Health will consider several action items regarding local properties. This includes a condemnation hearing for 105 Hersey St and reviews of development plans. The meeting also features an Environmental Health Officer report.

• Condemnation hearing for 105 Hersey St
• Preliminary Flexible Residential Development Plan at 199 210 Ward St
• Expansion of Use at 222 South Pleasant St
• Removal of geotechnical analysis condition for 28/32 Union St. and 5 Woodbine Lane

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review July results, FY24 expenditures, and the fiscal year end for FY23. Discussion topics include maintenance building projects, golf cart contracts, and equipment purchases.

• Review of July results and FY24 expenditures
• Maintenance Building Project update
• Golf Cart Contract review
• Equipment Purchase discussion
• Bowling Alley update

Select Board

The Select Board will consider requests for one-day alcohol licenses for the Harbor Feast 2023 and the Tour de South Shore. The board will also review agreements for budgeting software and a utility tractor. Additionally, they will consider a manager change for Bertucci’s Restaurants LLC.

• One-day All Alcoholic Beverages License for Hingham Maritime Center
• One-day Wine and Malt Beverages license for the 14th Annual Tour de South Shore
• Change of Manager request for Bertucci’s Restaurants LLC
• Agreement with Deere and Company for a John Deere 5402R Compact Utility Tractor
• Agreement with ClearGov, Inc. for budgeting software

Board of Assessors

The Board will approve minutes from the previous meeting and review warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to make decisions regarding abatements.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and decide on abatements

Historical Commission

The Hingham Historical Commission will meet to introduce new members and receive an update on the Tranquility Grove project. The meeting includes votes regarding expenditures for Almshouse sign replacement and Tranquility Grove reprinting.

• Introduction of new Commission Members
• Tranquility Grove Project update
• Vote to approve funds for Almshouse Sign Replacement
• Vote to approve funds for Tranquility Grove Reprinting

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss Phase 1 and Phase 2 construction updates for the Foster School Project. The agenda also includes reviewing project invoices and discussing the MSBA groundbreaking scheduled for August 25, 2023.

• Foster School Phase 1 and Phase 2 construction updates
• MSBA groundbreaking scheduled for August 25, 2023
• Review of project invoices from PMA, RDA, KRR, Bacon, and PGB
• Update on change order status and approval process

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet in executive session to discuss strategy and conduct negotiations regarding the Teamsters, Local 25 Supervisors Union. The meeting includes an adjournment to a closed session to protect the Town's bargaining position.

• Collective bargaining with Teamsters, Local 25 Supervisors Union

Retirement Board

The board will review minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting and approve August 2023 expenses. The agenda also includes reviewing applications for retirement, membership, and buybacks.

• Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of August 2023 allowances and expenses
• Applications for retirement and membership
• Applications for make-ups/buybacks
• PRIT Fund and cash flow reports

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes, a treasurer's report, and a ranger's report. Members will also discuss park benches and future projects for the year 2023.

• Discussion of park benches
• Review of Treasurer's Report
• Review of Ranger's Report
• Discussion of 2023 goals and park projects

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission is reviewing several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Proposed projects include residential renovations on Main Street and Middle Street, as well as structural updates to the Central Fire Station.

• Hardscape reconstruction and fence installation at 16 Middle Street
• Window removal, French doors, and second-story addition at 693 Main Street
• Metal roof canopy and cedar shingle dormers for the Central Fire Station at 339 Main Street
• Cedar privacy fence installation at 361 Main Street

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will discuss community education regarding the single use water bottle ban and updates on hydration stations. The agenda also includes a compost collection RFP and a compost survey.

• Single use water bottle ban education plans
• Hydration stations updates
• Compost collection RFP
• Compost survey

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on establishing a 25 mph speed limit on certain town streets. The agenda also includes updates on the South Shore Country Club Pool Project and discussions regarding alternative locations for the Senior Center.

• Potential 25 mph speed limit on certain streets
• One-day liquor license for Vitamin Sea Brewing at World’s End
• Manager change request for Bertucci’s Restaurants LLC at 90 Derby Street
• South Shore Country Club Pool Project update
• Discussion of alternative locations for the Senior Center

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will vote on abatements and review the June 20, 2023, meeting minutes. The commission will also receive status reports on the Route 3A Sewer Project and Broad Cove Pump Station Improvements. Discussion items include preliminary FY2023 budget results and ADU connection policy.

• Vote on abatements
• Route 3A Sewer Project status report
• Broad Cove Pump Station Improvements update
• Hingham CZM Grant Application Status
• Discussion of ADU Connection Policy

Bare Cove Park Committee

The Bare Cove Park Committee will discuss 2023 park projects and goals. The agenda also includes updates regarding park benches and the Hingham Working dog event.

• Hingham Working dog event
• Park benches
• Treasurer's Report
• Ranger's Report
• Discussion of 2023 park projects and goals

Traffic Committee

The Traffic Committee is meeting to consider a recommendation to the Select Board. The proposal involves reducing the speed limit to 25mph on certain streets within the Town of Hingham.

• Recommendation to reduce speed limits to 25mph on certain streets

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will consider several requests to approve job descriptions and salary schedule placements for various town positions. The board also plans to enter an executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Approval of Elder Services Coordinator job description and salary placement
• Approval of Assistant Town Engineer job description and salary placement
• Approval of Social Worker/Opioid Program Coordinator job description and salary placement
• Salary schedule placement for Interim Assistant Conservation Officer
• Executive session regarding Teamsters, Local 25 Union bargaining strategy

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will discuss technical issues regarding Time of Use rates and the Low Income Discount Rate. The board will also review financial summaries through June 2023 and receive updates on solar projects and capital projects.

• Discussion of TOU Rate technical issues
• Review of Low Income Discount Rate
• Meter Charge for AMR Meter OPT-OUT
• Approval of May and June 2023 meeting minutes
• Updates on Transmission Line Project, EV chargers, and solar projects

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific business items listed. The committee will conduct a call to order, leadership remarks, and public comment.

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will review updates regarding a window project and LSA building reviews. The meeting includes potential votes on several construction-related payments and equipment purchases.

• $19,000.00 payment to MSC Ashland for 40 portable air conditioners
• $3,762.50 payment for Code and Project Peer Review for the window project
• $1,092.00 payment to Noble, Boston for 40 window seals
• $1,843.90 change order to Vareika Construction

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will consider completion certificates for a paving project at 100 Beal Street. The agenda also includes motions to approve year-end financial reports and write off $944 in vacated tenant accounts.

• $1,991.10 change order for pavement curbing repairs at 100 Beal Street
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for 100 Beal Street paving project
• Certificate of Final Completion for 100 Beal Street paving project
• $944 write-off for vacated tenant accounts receivable

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss progress on Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Foster School construction. The agenda includes reviews of budget change orders for metal windows and parking lot reconfiguration. An MSBA groundbreaking is scheduled for August 25, 2023.

• Foster School Phase 1 and Phase 2 construction updates
• Review of Metal Window FSB change order final value
• Review of September 2023 parking lot reconfiguration change order
• MSBA groundbreaking scheduled for August 25, 2023

Select Board

The Select Board will review a request from Bertucci’s Restaurants LLC for a Change of Manager. The meeting also includes updates on the Public Safety Facility Project and senior property tax exemptions.

• Change of Manager request for Bertucci’s Restaurants LLC at 90 Derby Street
• Renewal of VFIS A&S Insurance Proposal for public safety officer injuries-on-duty
• Public Safety Facility Project Update
• FY24 Senior Means-Tested Property Tax Exemption update
• Proclamation of August 12, 2023 as Farmers Market Day

Sewer Commission

The commission will receive updates on the Route 3A Sewer Project and Broad Cove Pump Station Improvements. Discussion items include preliminary FY2023 budget results and ADU connection policy. The meeting also includes a vote on sewer abatements.

• Vote on sewer abatements
• Route 3A Sewer Project status report
• Broad Cove Pump Station Improvements update
• Hingham CZM Grant Application Status
• Preliminary FY2023 Budget Results discussion

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will review the status of a window project and LSA building reviews. Potential votes include payments for air conditioners, window seals, and construction change orders. A property management report from Corcoran Management is also scheduled.

• $19,000.00 payment to MSC Ashland for 40 portable air conditioners
• $3,762.50 payment for Code and Project Peer Review for the window project
• $1,092.00 payment to Noble, Boston for 40 window seals
• $1,843.90 change order to Vareika Construction

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss progress on the Plymouth River School Window Project, including budget and designer updates. Members will also review project invoices totaling $8,080.00 for approval.

• Plymouth River School Window Project update
• Room 16A wind load structural engineering update
• Approval of ACG PRES invoice for $2,500.00
• Approval of T2 Architecture invoices totaling $5,580.00

Board of Assessors

The Board will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The meeting includes an executive session to make decisions regarding property tax abatements.

• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session for abatement decisions

Route 3A Task Force

The Route 3A Task Force will review meeting minutes from May 24, 2023. The group will also discuss updates regarding the GM2 MassDOT project, including traffic counts and intersection analysis.

• Approval of May 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Status of updated traffic counts and accident reports for GM2 MassDOT Project
• Addressing MassDOT 25% comments
• Description of the intersection analysis process
• Discussion regarding a landscape architect subconsultant

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a potable well variance for 244 Gardner St and expansions of use at 5 Woodbine Lane and 28 32 Union Street. The agenda also includes the June 20, 2023 meeting minutes and an EHO report.

• Potable well variance for 244 Gardner St
• Expansion of Use at 5 Woodbine Lane
• Expansion of Use at 28 32 Union Street
• Approval of June 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will discuss community education plans regarding the single-use water bottle ban and provide updates on hydration stations. The agenda also includes reviewing a compost collection RFP, a compost survey, and follow-up from the farmer's market.

• Single-use water bottle ban education plans
• Hydration stations updates
• Compost collection RFP
• Compost survey
• Farmer's market community table follow-up

Climate Action Planning Committee

The agenda contains a single procedural item regarding attending the Select Board meeting on July 25, 2023. The committee intends to provide an update to the Board following that meeting.

• Attend the Select Board meeting on July 25, 2023, to update the Board

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint session with the Planning Board regarding MBTA Communities Multi-family Zoning. The board will also consider water system pipe installations and various department agreements.

• Joint session on MBTA Communities Multi-family Zoning
• Water system pipe installation in Thaxter Street, Downer Avenue, Park Circle, Planters Field Road, and Crow Point Lane
• Agreement with Specialty Vehicles, Inc. for a Fire Department ambulance
• Agreement with Jet Docks Systems for a 32-foot floating dock
• Signing Collective Bargaining Agreements with Teamsters Local 25

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider two agreements at this meeting. These include a contract for Phase I Water Main Replacement and the purchase of a 2023 Ford F150 Hybrid Pick-up Truck.

• Agreement with K.R. Rezendes, Inc. for Phase I Water Main Replacement
• Agreement with Colonial Motor Group for a 2023 Ford F150 Hybrid Pick-up Truck

Sewer Commission

The commission will review status reports for the Route 3A Sewer Project and Broad Cove Pump Station Improvements. Members will also discuss preliminary FY2023 budget results and the ADU connection policy.

• Vote on sewer abatements
• Route 3A Sewer Project status report
• Broad Cove Pump Station Improvements update
• Preliminary FY2023 budget results discussion
• ADU connection policy discussion

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will meet to approve minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting and July 2023 expenses. The board will also review applications for membership, retirement, buybacks, and fund withdrawals. Additionally, the board will review the PRIT Fund Report and Cash Flow Report.

• Review of July 2023 allowances and expenses
• Membership applications
• Retirement applications
• PRIT Fund Report
• Cash Flow Report

Historic Districts Commission

The commission will consider applications for Certificates of Appropriateness in the Lincoln and Hingham Centre Local Historic Districts. Proposed projects include driveway modifications, a new barn, and hardscape reconstruction. The meeting also includes a review of the Bishops Lane project description.

• Driveway loop at 158 South Street
• Balcony construction at 38 North Street
• New barn construction at 234 South Street
• Hardscape and fence installation at 16 Middle Street
• Landing and driveway reconstruction at 32 Middle Street

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will conduct a final review of the Climate Action Plan for approval. The agenda also includes reviewing previous meeting minutes and addressing other business brought before the committee.

• Final review and approval of the Climate Action Plan
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board meeting consists of moving from open session into executive session. The board will discuss strategy and conduct collective bargaining negotiations with the Teamsters, Local 25 Supervisors Union.

• Collective bargaining with Teamsters, Local 25 Supervisors Union

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss progress on the Foster School and RDA projects, including construction updates and parking lot layouts. The agenda also includes reviews of budget proposals and project invoices for June 2023.

• Foster School Phase 1 construction and Phase 2 permitting updates
• RDA project updates regarding stage egress and parking lot layouts
• Review of Welch Planter’s Field Lane survey proposal
• Review of Metal Window FSB change order
• Approval of June 2023 project invoices from PMA, RDA, KRR, and PGB

Bare Cove Park Committee

The Bare Cove Park Committee will discuss future park projects and goals for 2023. The meeting also includes a treasurer's report, a ranger's report, and a review of meeting minutes.

• Bare Cove Fun Run
• Treasurer's Report
• Review and accept Meeting Minutes
• Ranger's Report
• Discussion on park projects and 2023 goals

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Cable TV Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes a review of annual finances as well as updates regarding schools and grants.

• Annual finances review
• Schools update
• Grant update

Personnel Board

The board will consider job description amendments and salary scale placements for two town positions. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding union bargaining strategy.

• Amend Veteran’s Services Administrative Assistant job description
• Approve salary scale placement for Veteran’s Services Administrative Assistant
• Approve Assistant Water Superintendent job description
• Approve salary scale placement for Assistant Water Superintendent
• Discuss collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will discuss plans for educating the community about the single-use water bottle ban. The agenda also includes updates on hydration stations and a review of a compost collection RFP.

• Single-use water bottle ban education plans
• Hydration stations updates
• Compost collection RFP
• Compost survey
• Approval of minutes from the last meeting

South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center

The South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center will review the June 13, 2023 minutes. The agenda includes a new board member announcement and updates on FOC status. The meeting also covers a State Development Grant and a supervisor promotion.

• New board member announcement
• FOC status update
• State Development Grant discussion
• Supervisor promotion
• Approval of June 13, 2023 minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a regulatory agreement for two single-family homes on Whiting Street and discuss potential real estate acquisitions for affordable housing. The board will also review requests from National Grid to install new gas mains in several locations.

• Regulatory Agreement for 302 and 304 Whiting Street
• One-day wine and malt beverage license for Untold Brewing
• National Grid gas main installation on Accord Pond Drive
• National Grid gas main installation on Hawthorne Road, Sycamore Lane, and Holly Street
• National Grid gas main installation on Main Street

Energy Action Committee

The committee will discuss updates from the Sustainability Department and heat pump advocacy. The meeting also includes a review of the 2018 Report regarding various town locations.

• Heat pump advocacy and website presence
• Sustainability Department updates
• Review of 2018 Report projects including Safety Building, Foster School, Hingham High School, Town Hall, and HMLP
• Approval of April meeting minutes

Taxation Aid Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items. The committee will review its guidelines and application procedures.

• Review of guidelines
• Review of application and application procedures

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will discuss a draft policy regarding the promotion of municipal solar energy. The meeting also includes a review of a customer survey by GreatBlue Research and discussion of a low income discount rate.

• Draft Policy on Promoting Municipal Solar Energy
• GreatBlue Research customer survey review
• Low Income Discount Rate discussion
• Review of 3-year financial summary and YTD through May 2023

Climate Action Planning Committee

The Committee will conduct a detailed review of feedback received on the Climate Action Plan. Members will also review the timeline for finalizing the plan and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Review of feedback received on the Climate Action Plan
• Review of the timeline for finalizing the Climate Action Plan
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Veterans' Council

The Hingham Veterans' Council will review previous minutes and receive reports from the Veterans Service Officer regarding Memorial Day and Flag Day events. The agenda also includes a new business item for Flag Day.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• VSO reports on Memorial Day and Flag Day events
• Flag Day under new business

Bare Cove Park Committee

The Bare Cove Park Committee will discuss and potentially vote on a request to film in Bare Cove Park. This meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Potential vote on request to film in Bare Cove Park

Select Board

The Select Board will consider an agreement with the Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant to install an electric vehicle charging station at 210 Central Street. The board will also discuss a potential real estate acquisition and trustee appointments.

• Agreement for EV charging station at 210 Central Street
• Potential real estate acquisition discussion
• Appointment of trustee to Wilder Charitable & Educational Fund, Inc.
• End of Year Transfers

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board is meeting to discuss electricity rate structures and credits. The agenda includes discussions on Time of Use rates, solar credits, and PCA calculations. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Time of Use Rate Discussion - UFS
• Low Income Discount Rate
• 10% Early Discount
• Solar Credit – UFS
• PCA Calculation - UFS

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and review warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board also plans to enter an executive session to review and make decisions regarding property tax abatements.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and decide on abatements

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will meet to approve minutes from May 23, 2023, and June 2023 expenses. The board will also process applications for membership, retirement, and buybacks. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of the PRIT Fund and cash flow reports.

• Approval of May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 2023 allowances and expenses
• Review of membership applications
• Review of retirement applications
• PRIT Fund and cash flow reports

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will receive updates on the window project and LSA building reviews. Possible votes include authorizing an HVAC system analysis and approving peer review payments for the window project.

• Authorization of Allied Consulting Engineering for HVAC review up to $6,000
• Payment of $3,708.75 for Window Project Code and Project Peer Review
• Update on the status of the window project
• Property management report from Corcoran Management

Weir River Water System Citizens Advisory Board

The Weir River Water System Citizens Advisory Board meeting consists of procedural items and official reports. The agenda includes updates from the Water Superintendent and Water Commissioner.

• Water Superintendent's report
• Water Commissioner's report
• Approval of minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will consider appointing special police officers and approving a temporary construction agreement for 182 North Street. The meeting also includes updates on the Hingham Maritime Center and the Affordable Housing Trust.

• Appointment of Special Police Officers Brian Doherty and Joseph Turco
• Temporary agreement for bollard installation at 182 North Street
• Hingham Affordable Housing Trust progress update
• Hingham Maritime Center update
• End of Year Transfers

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will review May 9, 2023 minutes and a CZM Resiliency Grant application. The meeting includes reports on Broad Cove pump station upgrades and the Route 3A force main replacement project. Members will also vote on establishing an FY2024 emergency fund for unplanned events.

• Vote on establishing an FY2024 Emergency Fund for unplanned events
• Discussion of CZM Resiliency Grant Application – JR Frey
• Report on Broad Cove pump station upgrades
• Update on Route 3A force and gravity main replacement project
• Vote on sewer abatements

Bare Cove Park Committee

The Bare Cove Park Committee will review reports from the Treasurer and Ranger and accept previous meeting minutes. The committee will also discuss 2023 park projects, goals, and naming opportunities, and hold elections.

• Discussion on 2023 park projects and goals
• Review of naming opportunities
• Elections
• Treasurer's Report
• Ranger's Report

Board of Health

The Board will review meeting minutes from May 12, 2023. Agenda items include an expansion of use at 5 Woodbine Lane and a discussion regarding septic installation at 95 Martins Lane. The Board will also discuss revisions to tobacco regulations with the Tobacco Enforcement Officer.

• Expansion of Use at 5 Woodbine Lane
• Septic installation discussion at 95 Martins Lane
• Revision to Tobacco Regulations

Housing Authority

The Hingham Housing Authority will consider several construction and funding items. This includes a contract for emergency fire alarm replacement at Thaxter Park and paving work at 100 Beal Street. The board will also review a $503,137 funding amendment.

• $397,960 contract with Jacqueline Electric and Contracting, Inc. for fire alarm replacement at Thaxter St.
• $503,137 award amendment for FY2026 funding and emergency repairs
• $10,000 change order for additional paving work at 100 Beal Street
• Approval of completion certificates for the 100 Beal Street paving project

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will conduct a detailed review of feedback received on the Climate Action Plan and discuss related updates. The meeting also includes an update on public presentations and a review of the timeline for finalizing the plan.

• Review of feedback received on the Climate Action Plan
• Update on past and upcoming public presentations
• Review of the timeline for finalizing the Climate Action Plan
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss progress on the Foster School project, including site work and Phase 2 construction status. Members will also review RDA project updates regarding stage egress and parking lot layout. Additionally, the committee is scheduled to review and approve several project-related invoices.

• Foster School Phase 2 construction and permitting status update
• RDA project updates for stage egress and parking lot layout
• OPM budget update and Onsite IQ proposal review
• Review and approval of invoices from PMA, RDA, KRR, PGB Engineering, and C. Spirito

Historic Districts Commission

The commission will review applications for property changes within the Lincoln Local Historic District. These include a driveway loop at 158 South Street and porch and window replacements at 37 Lincoln Street. The meeting also includes a vote on upcoming meeting dates.

• Driveway loop connection at 158 South Street
• Window and porch modifications at 37 Lincoln Street
• Vote on meeting dates for July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
• Review/approval of meeting minutes

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes and the Harbor Media Annual report. The committee will also discuss grant criteria and receive a schools update.

• Approval of Harbor Media Annual report
• Discussion of grant criteria
• Schools update

Naming By-law Committee

The Naming By-law Committee will review the minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting and a Policy Statement. The committee is also scheduled to participate in a Select Board meeting regarding the draft Naming By-law Policy.

• Vote on April 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Policy Statement
• Participation in Select Board meeting regarding draft Naming By-law Policy

South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center

The board will discuss radio transmission atmospheric interruptions affecting fire departments and SSH Ambulance. Technology updates include the Cohasset PD Radio System and FOC status. The meeting also addresses the supervisor promotion process and recognizes retiring board members.

• Radio transmission atmospheric interruption discussion
• Cohasset PD Radio System and FOC status updates
• Supervisor promotion process
• Recognition of retiring board members
• Approval of May 23, 2023 minutes

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will discuss management reorganization and the maintenance building project. The agenda includes an Executive Director report on May results and FY23 expenditures. Members will also review CPC grants and a Master Plan presentation to SB.

• Country Club Management Reorganization
• Maintenance Building Project updates and expenditures
• CPC Grants balance and timeline review
• Golf Cart Contract
• Master Plan Presentation to SB

Select Board

The Select Board will consider approving the extension of the Intermunicipal Agreement for Cooperative Recycling on the South Shore. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a draft Naming By-law Policy and a review of board goals and objectives.

• Extension of the Intermunicipal Agreement for Cooperative Recycling on the South Shore
• Discussion of Draft Naming By-law Policy
• Authorization for Town Administrator to approve Special (One Day) liquor licenses
• Certificate of Recognition for Janine Suchecki

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The Weir River Estuary Park Committee will vote on the April 11, 2023, meeting minutes. The committee will also address 2023-2024 officer positions and propose future meeting dates.

• Vote to approve April 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Selection of 2023-2024 Chair and Secretary positions
• Proposal of 2023/2024 meeting dates via Zoom

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will conduct an audited financial review by Goulet, Salvidio & Associates, P.C. The meeting includes discussions regarding low income and early discount rates. Members will also receive updates on solar projects and the transmission line project.

• Audited Financial Review by Goulet, Salvidio & Associates, P.C.
• Discussion of Low Income Discount Rate
• Discussion of 10% Early Discount
• Updates on Transmission Line Project and solar projects
• Review of 3-year financial summary and YTD April 2023

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will conduct a site visit regarding 158 South Street. The proposal involves creating a loop to connect two existing driveways. This item is a continuation from the April 27, 2023 meeting.

• Site visit for driveway loop at 158 South Street

Select Board

The Select Board is scheduled to conduct Talent Bank interviews alongside the Town Moderator. These interviews involve applicants for current Board and Committee vacancies.

• Talent Bank interviews for Board and Committee vacancies

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will review municipal vacancies and proposed updates to several job descriptions. The board will also consider potential amendments to the Personnel By-Law and discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Proposed changes to Public Health Nurse job description
• Proposed changes to Health Agent job description
• Proposed changes to Conservation Officer job description
• Request for firefighter work experience credit
• Executive session regarding Teamsters, Local 25 Union bargaining strategy

Select Board

The Hingham Select Board will consider several service agreements and license approvals. This includes HVAC maintenance for Town Hall and engineering services for inner harbor coastal structures. The board will also discuss establishing a 25 mph speed limit in certain business districts.

• One-day liquor licenses for Untold Brewing at Derby Street Shops
• HVAC maintenance agreement with Preferred Mechanical
• Engineering services for inner harbor coastal structures
• Construction testing amendment for Public Safety Facility project
• Discussion of 25 mph speed limit in certain areas

Traffic Committee

The Traffic Committee is reviewing a recommendation for the Select Board. This proposal involves reducing the speed limit to 25mph within the Downtown Business District.

• Recommendation to reduce speed limit to 25mph in the Downtown Business District

Energy Action Committee

The committee will discuss heat pump advocacy and electric vehicle chargers for businesses. Members will also consider joining Power Options and reviewing updates to the 2018 Report. Discussion includes energy projects at Foster School, Hingham High School, and Town Hall.

• Heat pump advocacy and website updates
• Electric vehicle chargers at businesses
• Green School Works application via MAPC
• Review of 2018 Report projects for local schools and Town Hall
• Potential membership in Power Options

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will review a presentation from ENE regarding the Spot Market and Capacity Market. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the May 2, 2023 meeting.

• ENE Presentation on Spot Market and Capacity Market
• Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes

Audit Committee

This meeting consists of standard procedural items, including the review and approval of previous minutes. The committee will also conduct an audit process kickoff.

• Audit process kickoff

Historical Commission

The commission will discuss and determine grant recipients and amounts for several projects through the Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust. The agenda also includes a request to demolish a barn at 29 Scotland Street.

• Grant determinations for Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust applications
• Request to demolish barn at 29 Scotland Street
• Hingham Cemetery Corporation fence project
• Front gable restoration at 263 North Street
• Siding and trim replacement at 194 North Street

Historic Districts Commission

The commission is reviewing applications for Certificates of Appropriateness in local historic districts. These requests include demolitions, stone wall removal, and new construction projects.

• Demolition of house at 3 Home Meadows Lane
• Removal of existing stone wall at 223 North Street
• Garage and wing demolition with additions at 107 Main Street
• Construction of a Thomas Barker House reproduction at 58 Main Street

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will review OPM project budget and change order updates. The committee will also discuss designer updates regarding exterior columns and punch lists. Additionally, members will review and approve several project invoices.

• OPM project budget and change order updates
• Designer update on exterior columns and punch list
• Approval of T2 Architecture invoice for $10,615.00
• Response to Kenney & Sams correspondence

Route 3A Task Force

The Task Force will discuss developments regarding the GM2 MassDOT project, including updated schedules and traffic counts. The meeting includes a review of accident reports and potential adjustments to the road cross section. Members will also address the MassDOT Safe Passing Sign Grant and guidance.

• GM2 MassDOT project developments
• Review of traffic counts and accident reports
• Possible adjustments to road cross section
• MassDOT Safe Passing Sign Grant and guidance
• Approval of March 22, 2023 minutes

Veterans' Council

The Hingham Veterans' Council will review and approve the meeting minutes from April 18, 2023. The council will also hear reports from the Veterans Service Officer regarding Flag Day events and support requirements.

• Review and approval of April 18, 2023, minutes
• VSO report on Flag Day events
• Discussion of required support

South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center

The board will discuss board organization and receive an update on the FY23 Development grant. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Trainee Supervisor promotion process.

• Board organization discussion
• FY23 Development grant update
• Trainee Supervisor promotion process
• Approval of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review April results, FY23 expenditures, and year-to-date revenue and expenses. The agenda also includes updates on the Maintenance Building Project and future capital needs in the Master Plan.

• Review of April results and FY23 expenditures
• Bowling Alley profit and loss financials
• Maintenance Building Project update and expenditures
• Master Plan update regarding future capital needs
• Friends of South Shore Country Club event calendar

Select Board

The Hingham Select Board will consider several one-day wine and malt beverage licenses for upcoming community events. The agenda also includes an amendment to a landscape maintenance agreement and the appointment of an Assistant Harbormaster.

• One-day wine and malt beverage licenses for local summer events
• Amendment to agreement with Shrewsbury Landscapes Inc. for turf maintenance
• Change of manager request for Legal C Bar at 96 Derby Street
• Appointment of Assistant Harbormaster (candidate Meara Conley)
• Town Administrator Annual Performance Review

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase for fiscal year 2024. The board will also review membership and retirement applications, as well as monthly expenses and fund reports.

• Public Hearing for FY2024 COLA increase
• Review of May 2023 allowances and expenses
• Review of membership and retirement applications
• PRIT Fund Report review
• Cash Flow Report review

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will conduct site visits at two locations in Hingham. The agenda contains no other items or decisions.

• Site visit: 107 Main Street
• Site visit: 223 North Street

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote to approve a contract with Colantonio Inc. This contract is for the construction of the Public Safety Facility at 335 Lincoln Street.

• Contract with Colantonio Inc. for the construction of the Public Safety Facility at 335 Lincoln Street

Board of Assessors

This meeting consists of procedural items and standard administrative tasks. The Board will review minutes from the previous meeting and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will review feedback received on the Climate Action Plan and discuss updates to it. Members will also review the timeline for finalizing the plan and receive updates on public presentations.

• Review of feedback received on the Climate Action Plan
• Timeline review for finalization of the Climate Action Plan
• Update on past and upcoming public presentations

School Building Committee

The committee will review progress on early site work for the Foster School Project. The agenda also includes reviewing Phase 2 bidding results and approving several project-related invoices.

• Foster School Project: Early site work progress update
• Review of GC bid results and OPM recommendation for Phase 2 Bidding
• OPM Budget Update
• Approval of project invoices from PMA, RDA, KRR, PJMA, and PGB Engineering

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several one-day wine and malt beverage licenses for local events. The board will also review agreements for marine electronics, roadway management, and a new Fire Department vehicle.

• One-day wine and malt beverage licenses for Vitamin Sea Brewing, St. John the Evangelist Parish, and Stellwagon Beer Company
• Agreement with Steamboat Wharf Marina Services, Inc. for marine navigation electronics replacement
• Agreement with Mag Retail Holdings - FED, LLC for a 2023 Ford Explorer for the Fire Department
• Agreement with TL Edwards, Inc. for roadway management work
• Appointment of Assistant Harbormaster candidates

Veterans' Council

The Hingham Veterans' Council will meet to approve the April 18, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda includes a VSO report regarding flag distribution for Memorial Day and Flag Day.

• Approval of April 18, 2023, minutes
• VSO report on Memorial Day and Flag Day flag distribution

Municipal Light Board

The Board will discuss the 4% Opt-Out Program and conduct a board re-organization. Members will also review financial summaries for February and March 2023 and receive updates on various solar and infrastructure projects.

• 4% Opt-Out Program discussion
• Annual True-up of Solar Credit
• Financial summaries for February and March 2023
• Updates on Transmission Line Project and EV chargers
• Updates on HMLP, Municipal, and Landfill solar projects

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review the Treasurer's Report, Ranger's Report, and previous meeting minutes. Discussion topics include trail cameras, mustard plants, and upcoming summer and fall events. Members will also revisit a project regarding naming opportunities.

• Discussion of trail cameras
• Review of 2023 park projects and goals
• Update on Party in The Park event
• Rescheduled Salty Bow regatta
• Revisiting naming opportunities project

Historical Commission

The commission will hear presentations regarding several Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust projects. These presentations cover various property improvements and landscape designs.

• Fence at Hingham Cemetery Corporation
• Bollards at 182 North Street
• Front gable restoration at 263 North Street
• Landscape design for Tranquility Grove at Burns Memorial Park
• Siding and trim replacement at 194 North Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a definitive subdivision for 213 Cushing St and approve minutes from April 20, 2023. The meeting also includes discussions regarding PFAS and new construction variances.

• 213 Cushing St, Definitive Subdivision
• New Construction Variances discussion
• PFAS discussion
• EHO Report

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will consider several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Proposed work includes a barn demolition and reconstruction on South Street and window replacements on Main Street and Lincoln Street. The commission will also hold an informal discussion regarding a new garage at 107 Main Street.

• Barn demolition and reconstruction at 234 South Street
• Window replacement at 666 Main Street
• Porch addition and window replacements at 37 Lincoln Street
• Discussion of a new three bay garage at 107 Main Street

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The committee will discuss a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) regarding the Senior Center Expansion Feasibility Study and Schematic Design. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from March 14, 2023.

• RFQ for Senior Center Expansion Feasibility Study and Schematic Design
• Approval of March 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Audit Committee

The committee will meet to review and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda also includes the start of the audit process.

• Audit process kickoff
• Review and approval of minutes from previous meeting

Sewer Commission

The commission will vote on the FY23 sewer rate and nominations for Chair. The agenda also includes votes on reopening the Weir River Sewer District and an item regarding 80 Kilby Street. Discussion is scheduled for the Rt. 3A Sewer Project scope of work.

• Vote on FY23 Sewer Rate
• Nominations for Chair
• Reopening Weir River Sewer District
• 80 Kilby Street Additional Bedroom - WRSD
• Rt. 3A Sewer Project Scope of Work discussion

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will discuss pending legislation regarding community media programming. The agenda also includes updates on the Verizon contract, Harbor Media's budget, and new committee applications.

• Verizon contract update
• Two new cable committee applications
• Hingham Public Schools contract
• Harbor Media FY 24 budget and grant status
• Discussion of bills H.74 and S.34 regarding media funding

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will vote on contracts for fire alarm upgrades and lighting at 100 Beal St. The meeting also includes a motion for an emergency fire alarm system replacement at 30 Thaxter St.

• $397,960.00 contract with Jacqueline Electric and Contracting, Inc. for emergency fire alarm replacement at 30 Thaxter St.
• $27,384.00 ARPA contract amendment for fire alarm system upgrade at 100 Beal St.
• $20,665.00 design contract with Nangle Engineering, Inc. for lighting at 100 Beal St.
• Approval of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will conduct a detailed review of feedback received on the Climate Action Plan. Members will also receive updates on public presentations and review the timeline for finalizing the plan.

• Review of feedback received on the Climate Action Plan
• Update on public presentations to date and upcoming presentations
• Review of the timeline for finalizing the Climate Action Plan
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a petition for a Special Act to extend senior property tax exemptions. The agenda also includes business license applications and board re-organization.

• Petition for a Special Act to extend the Hingham Senior Means-Tested Property Tax Exemption
• One-day wine and malt beverage licenses for Stellwagon Beer Company and Break Rock Brewing LLC
• Farmer's Market license application from Blisspoint LLC
• Change of officers/managers for 99 Restaurants of Boston, LLC
• Re-organization of the Select Board

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will consider an agreement with Centrifuge-Systems, LLC. The contract is for a new centrifuge to replace existing unit #2 at the Weir River Water System Water Treatment Plant.

• Agreement with Centrifuge-Systems, LLC to replace centrifuge #2 at 900 Main Street

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will discuss rate design follow-up with Utility Financial Services and provide an update on the customer survey. The meeting also includes reviews of financial summaries for February and March 2023 and updates on various solar and capital projects.

• Rate design follow-up with Utility Financial Services
• Annual True-up of Solar Credit
• Updates on Transmission Line Project and EV chargers
• Updates on HMLP, Municipal, and Landfill solar projects
• Review of February and March 2023 financial summaries

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will review a property management report from Corcoran Management. The meeting includes an update on the window project and a possible vote to authorize an analysis of the LSA HVAC systems.

• Window project status update
• Possible vote to authorize HVAC system analysis at the LSA
• Approval of March 27, 2023, meeting minutes

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Board will receive a property management report from Corcoran Management and an update on the window project. The meeting includes a possible vote to authorize professionals to analyze HVAC systems at LSA.

• Window project status update
• Possible vote for HVAC system analysis and upgrade reporting
• Approval of March 27, 2023 minutes
• Corcoran Management property report

Historic Districts Commission

The commission will consider applications for Certificates of Appropriateness in the Pear Tree Hill and Lincoln Local Historic Districts. Proposed work includes house demolition, greenhouse removal, driveway loop creation, and stone wall removal.

• Demolition of existing house at 3 Home Meadows Lane
• Greenhouse removal and rear wing modifications at 187 Main Street
• Creation of a driveway loop at 158 South Street
• Removal of an existing stone wall at 223 North Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct a routine meeting to approve previous minutes and review warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions regarding abatements.

• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and decide on abatements

School Building Committee

The committee will review progress updates for the Plymouth River and Foster School projects. This includes reviewing budget updates, contractor status, and designer updates. The meeting also involves approving various project invoices.

• Plymouth River School: Budget and construction updates
• Plymouth River School: Review of ACG and T2A invoices
• Foster School: Phase 2 bidding update and sub bid results
• Foster School: Review of project invoices and legal expenses

Select Board

The Select Board will vote to approve the issuance and details of a bond anticipation note scheduled to close on May 11, 2023. The agenda also includes reports from the Town Administrator and Select Board.

• Vote to approve issuance and details of a bond anticipation note

South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center

The South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center will meet to approve the FY24 budget and review the FY22 audit by Roselli, Clark & Assoc. The agenda also includes an update on the FY23 Development grant and a discussion regarding the Mayflower second plan for retirees.

• Approval of FY24 budget
• Review of FY22 audit by Roselli, Clark & Assoc.
• Update on FY23 Development grant
• Discussion of Mayflower second plan for retirees
• Approval of February 14 and March 21 meeting minutes

School Building Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items regarding participation in Town Meeting Night 2. No other business was scheduled.

• Participation in Town Meeting, Night 2 if needed

Retirement Board

The board will review minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting and approve March 2023 allowances and expenses. Additionally, the board will consider various applications for membership, retirement, and buybacks.

• Approval of February 28, 2023, minutes
• Review of March 2023 allowances and expenses
• Review of membership and retirement applications
• PRIT Fund and Cash Flow reports

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to prepare for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The agenda includes a discussion of warrant articles.

• Discussion of warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will participate in a Moderator’s meeting to prepare for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. This agenda contains only procedural items related to town meeting preparation.

• Participation in the Moderator's meeting for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will conduct site visits at three locations. The agenda includes reviews of window replacement requests and an application to demolish an existing house.

• Window replacement on south side of 666 Main Street
• Application to demolish existing house at 3 Home Meadows
• Window replacement at 37 Lincoln Street

Select Board

The Hingham Select Board will meet to consider two agreements. These include a cable television renewal license with Verizon New England Inc. and audiovisual services for the Annual Town Meeting 2023.

• Cable Television Renewal License Agreement with Verizon New England Inc.
• Agreement with Boston Light & Sound for Annual Town Meeting 2023 audiovisual equipment and services

Board of Health

The Board of Health will address new construction plans for 73 Abington Street and 170 Chief Justice Cushing Highway. The meeting also includes the appointment of Leslie Badger as Animal Inspector.

• New construction at 73 Abington Street
• New construction at 170 Chief Justice Cushing Highway
• Appointment of Leslie Badger as Animal Inspector

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the potential acquisition of real estate and warrant articles regarding 30 Summer Street and a reserve fund transfer. The board will also consider adopting a single-use plastic water bottle policy and discuss plans for statewide opioid settlements.

• Potential acquisition of real estate
• Purchase of 30 Summer Street
• Transfer to the Reserve Fund
• Adoption of Municipal Single-Use Plastic Water Bottle Policy
• Discussion of a Plan for Statewide Opioid Settlements

Veterans' Council

The Hingham Veterans' Council will meet to review minutes from the March 21, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes a report from the Veterans Service Officer regarding Memorial Day flag distribution in cemeteries.

• Approval of March 21, 2023, meeting minutes
• Memorial Day flag distribution for cemeteries
• Veterans Service Officer report on support requirements

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review the Treasurer's Report and previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes a presentation on Almshouse by Julie Christian and discussions regarding trail cameras and 2023 park projects.

• Julie Christian presentation on Almshouse
• Discussion of Trail Cameras
• Status of Su Escuela fundraiser for May 20
• Discussion on 2023 park projects and goals

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Scholarship Fund Committee will meet to decide the award amount for the Class of 2023. The committee will also review fund performance and asset allocation. Additionally, they will vote on minutes from the October 26, 2022, meeting.

• Determining the Class of 2023 award amount
• Reviewing fund asset allocation and performance
• Voting on minutes from the October 26, 2022, meeting
• Scheduling the October 2023 meeting date

Bare Cove Park Committee

The Bare Cove Park Committee will discuss future projects and goals for the park in 2023. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding Almshouse and an update on the Su Escuela fundraiser.

• Julie Christian presentation on Almshouse
• Status of May 20 Su Escuela fundraiser
• Discussion on 2023 park projects and goals
• Review of Treasurer's Report and capital outlay

Naming By-law Committee

The Naming By-law Committee will review minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a suggested Policy Statement for the Select Board and review presentation plans for the Town Meeting.

• Vote on March 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion and vote on a suggested Policy Statement for the Select Board
• Review of presentation plans for Town Meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss several proposed amendments to the Zoning By-Law for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also consider license requests for the Fruit Center and a business name change for South Shore MINI.

• Proposed zoning amendments regarding Accessory Dwelling Units, EV charging, and overlay districts
• Four one-day wine and malt beverage licenses for Fruit Center celebrations in May
• Change of DBA request for South Shore MINI at 1040 Hingham Street

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will vote on a 25-year strategic plan and the capital budget status report. The commission will also discuss private sewer regulations, illegal hookups, and the 2023 TM Sewer Article.

• Vote on Capital Budget Status Report
• Vote on 25-year Strategic Plan
• Discussion of Private Sewer Regulations
• Discussion of Illegal Sewer Hookups
• Review of I&I Report

Energy Action Committee

The committee will discuss providing heat pump resources on the EAC webpage and address installer availability concerns. Members will also provide updates regarding transportation, the Safety Building, Foster School, and HMLP.

• Heat pump installer availability discussion
• Proposed heat pump resources for the EAC website
• EV chargers at businesses
• Member updates on Transportation, Safety Building, Foster School, and HMLP

Select Board

The Select Board will attend and participate in a public information session regarding the proposed FY24 Override. This meeting is intended to provide information about the proposal.

• Public Information Session for the proposed FY24 Override

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee will review minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting and hear a presentation regarding Straits Pond Island. The agenda also includes updates on regional projects and the Tri-Town Clean-Up Earth Day event scheduled for April 22, 2023.

• Vote to approve February 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Straits Pond Island by Chris Krahfrost
• Updates on regional projects in Cohasset, Hingham, and Hull
• Update on Tri-Town Clean-Up Earth Day event
• Discussion of 2023-2024 committee positions

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Verizon Renewal and Harbor Media Addendum. The committee will also discuss education agreement updates and programming.

• Verizon Renewal update
• Harbor Media Addendum update
• Education agreement update
• Programming update

Housing Authority

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the FY 2024 Annual Plan and vote on its approval. They will also consider approving the FY24 Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, two contracts for repairs and system upgrades are up for authorization.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024 Annual Plan
• Approval of the FY24 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• $9,800 contract with Cacciatore Bros., Inc. for walkway and driveway repairs at Congregate Units
• $46,200 contract with Williams Electric, LLC for fire alarm upgrades at 100 Beal St.

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee will discuss a Water Bottle Ban Bylaw and Cleaner Greener Hingham Day. The agenda also includes annual composting education and approval of minutes from the March 30, 2023 meeting.

• Water Bottle Ban Bylaw
• Cleaner Greener Hingham Day
• Annual Composting Education
• Approval of March 30, 2023 minutes

Personnel Board

The board will consider a request from the Police Chief regarding an officer's education incentive equivalency and pay. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for Teamsters, Local 25 Union and individual personnel matters.

• Request for police officer Education Incentive equivalency and pay
• Collective bargaining strategy discussion for Teamsters, Local 25 Union
• Approval of March 9, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to make decisions regarding property tax abatements.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session for decisions on abatements

Scholarship Fund Committee

The committee will determine the award amount for the Class of 2023. Members will also review fund asset allocation and performance to make any necessary rebalancing.

• Determination of Class of 2023 award amount
• Review of fund asset allocation and performance
• Vote on October 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a roofing agreement for the Library Connector Roof Replacement Project. The meeting includes discussions regarding National Opioid Settlements and a cable renewal agreement with Verizon New England, Inc. The board will also review a one-day beverage license request for an event at 150 Recreation Park Drive.

• Agreement with Signature Roofing Systems, Inc. for Library Connector Roof Replacement Project retrofit
• One-day wine and malt beverages license request for TAPPED Beer Truck at 150 Recreation Park Drive
• Discussion regarding National Opioid Settlements involving Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
• Discussion of the Cable Renewal License Agreement with Verizon New England, Inc.
• Amendment to Grant Agreement with Hingham Community Access and Media, Inc.

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will meet via Zoom to approve an invoice presented by ACG. The committee will also address 48-hour items.

• Approval of invoice as presented by ACG

Select Board

The Select Board will attend and participate in a public information session. This session concerns the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 override.

• Public Information Session for the proposed FY24 Override

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Lighting Board will hold a joint meeting with the Hull board to discuss future renewable energy opportunities. The remaining agenda items are procedural.

• Joint Board Meeting with Hull regarding renewable energy opportunities

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will discuss the Water Bottle Ban Bylaw and Cleaner Greener Hingham Day. The agenda also includes the Wild Cohasset initiative and approval of minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting.

• Water Bottle Ban Bylaw
• Cleaner Greener Hingham Day
• Wild Cohasset initiative
• Approval of March 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will review the greenhouse gas inventory added to the climate action plan. Members will also discuss feedback received on the plan and review the timeline for its finalization.

• Review of greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory
• Discussion of additional feedback on the climate action plan
• Update on public presentations to date and upcoming presentations
• Review of timeline for finalizing the Climate Action Plan

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several license applications and a construction agreement. This includes wine and malt beverage licenses for events at Ames Chapel and the Hingham Public Library. The board will also review an agreement with The Cape and Island Corporation to reconstruct the Cronin Field Street Hockey Court.

• Agreement with The Cape and Island Corporation for reconstruction of the Cronin Field Street Hockey Court
• Wine and malt beverage license application by The Patriot Cinemas at 25 Shipyard Drive
• Nomination of Leslie Badger as Inspector of Animals
• One-day wine and malt licenses for events at Ames Chapel and Hingham Public Library

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will review minutes from the February 2023 meeting and approve March 2023 allowances and expenses. The board will also consider applications for membership, retirement, and fund withdrawals. PRIT Fund and cash flow reports are also scheduled for review.

• Approval of February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of March 2023 allowances and expenses
• Applications for membership and retirement
• Applications for make-ups/buybacks and fund withdrawals
• PRIT Fund and cash flow reports

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will discuss updates on a window project and resident communications. The board may vote to approve a contract with Building Envelope Analysis, LLC for up to $30,000. A third-party review of window specifications is also under consideration.

• Window project status update
• Potential contract with Building Envelope Analysis, LLC not to exceed $30,000
• Proposed third-party review of window specifications
• Property management report from Corcoran Management

Select Board

The Select Board will vote to confirm the FY24 Final Budget and adopt the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The board will also discuss the purchase of 30 Summer Street and tax impacts related to the FY24 Override. Additionally, they will consider a one-day liquor license request for Hingham Youth Hockey.

• Vote to confirm the FY24 Final Budget
• Adoption of the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Discussion of Warrant Article FF regarding the purchase of 30 Summer Street
• One-day wine and malt beverages license request for Hingham Youth Hockey
• Review of FY24 Override tax impact and outreach efforts

Board of Assessors

The Board will approve minutes from the previous meeting and review warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The Board will also enter an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session to review and make decisions on abatements

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting. The board is also scheduled to discuss DEP provisional use approval and the definition of new construction for 4 Kerri Lane.

• Action item regarding 4 Kerri Lane, New Construction, Grady Consulting
• Discussion of DEP Provisional Use Approval for New Construction
• Discussion on the definition of 'New Construction'

Route 3A Task Force

The Route 3A Task Force will discuss GM2 MassDOT project developments. The meeting also includes the review and approval of minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting.

• Discussion of GM2 MassDOT, Project Developments
• Review and approve minutes of 2/8/23

South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center

The South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center will meet to approve the FY24 Budget and discuss the FY24 911 Development Grant. The agenda also includes updates regarding Cohasset PD radio infrastructure and the Mayflower second plan for retirees.

• Approval of FY24 Budget
• FY24 911 Development Grant
• Cohasset PD radio infrastructure technology update
• Mayflower second plan for retirees
• FY22 Audit by Roselli, Clark & Assoc.

Veterans' Council

The Hingham Veterans' Council will review minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting and hear reports from the VSO, sub-committees, and officers. The council also plans to conduct votes for 2023 board positions.

• Approval of February 21, 2023 minutes
• Reports from the Veterans Service Officer (VSO)
• Votes for 2023 Board positions

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will discuss rate design with Utility Financial Services. The board will also address the formation of a Light Commissioners Association.

• Rate Design Discussion – Utility Financial Services
• Forming of a Light Commissioners Association

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will discuss upcoming park projects and goals for 2023. The agenda also includes reports from the Treasurer and Ranger, as well as discussion regarding capital outlay.

• Su Escuela representatives for Spring Fun Run
• Treasurer's Report
• Ranger's Report
• Capital outlay
• Discussion on 2023 park projects and goals

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to open the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant for submissions. This includes an article regarding the purchase of 30 Summer Street, Hingham, MA.

• Opening the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant for a property purchase at 30 Summer Street

Historical Commission

The Hingham Historical Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss preservation plans and project updates. The agenda includes a vote on funding for the Page’s Bridge Sign and reviewing Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust deadlines.

• Vote to approve funds for Page’s Bridge Sign
• Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust application deadlines and meeting dates
• Request to display Original Town Deed for 3rd grade students
• Updates on the Essay Contest, Tranquility Grove, and Inventory Photographs

Climate Action Planning Committee

The Climate Action Planning Committee will discuss the timeline for finalizing the Climate Action Plan. The committee will also review updates regarding warrant article submissions and feedback from public presentations.

• Update on warrant article submission review with Select Board and Advisory Committee
• Review of public presentations and feedback received
• Discussion of timeline for finalizing the Climate Action Plan
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

School Building Committee

The committee will review progress and approve invoices for the Plymouth River and Foster School projects. Updates include project budgets, design status, and punch list details. The meeting also includes an update on the PMA pre-qualification process.

• Plymouth River School project updates and invoice reviews
• Foster School project updates and invoice reviews
• Review of Homer Contracting Invoice #7
• Review of T2 Architecture Invoice #19
• Update on PMA Pre-Qualification Process for Foster School

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include proposed exterior changes at 66 Lincoln Street and a new front yard fence at 182 South Street.

• Modifications to dormer, patio, and shutters at 66 Lincoln Street
• Installation of a front yard fence at 182 South Street
• Review and approval of meeting minutes

Sewer Commission

The Commission will vote on delegating sewer contract signing authority to the DPW Superintendent and establishing a policy for emergency repairs. Discussion items include Route 3A Sewer results and updates to sewer regulations.

• Vote: Delegation of authority to DPW Superintendent to sign sewer contracts
• Vote: Policy on funding emergency sewer repairs
• Discussion: Results for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Article regarding Route 3A Sewer
• Discussion: Re-draft of Section 14 of Sewer Regulations
• Discussion: Private Sewer Systems Policy Outline

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee will discuss whether to pursue a water bottle ban through a bylaw or a policy. The committee also plans to approve minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting.

• Water Bottle Ban Bylaw vs Policy discussion
• Approval of minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider an agreement with Centrifuge-Systems, LLC to remove and replace a centrifuge at the Weir River Water System Water Treatment Plant. The agenda also includes a water superintendent update.

• Agreement with Centrifuge-Systems, LLC for centrifuge removal and replacement
• Water Superintendent Update

South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center

The meeting includes discussions regarding the FY24 budget and a 911 development grant. The agenda also covers Cohasset PD radio infrastructure and Mayflower retiree plans.

• FY24 Budget Approval
• FY24 911 Development Grant
• FY22 Audit by Roselli, Clark & Assoc.
• Cohasset PD radio infrastructure
• Mayflower second plan for retirees

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The committee will review the January 10, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) regarding the Senior Center Expansion Feasibility Study and Schematic Design.

• Approval of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• RFQ for Senior Center Expansion Feasibility Study and Schematic Design

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Lighting Board is meeting to discuss municipal solar financing and review a presentation on the Climate Action Plan. The agenda also includes updates on transmission line projects, EV chargers, and solar initiatives.

• Discussion on Municipal Solar Financing
• Climate Action Plan Presentation
• Transmission Line Project update
• EV chargers and solar updates
• Review of 3-year and YTD financial summary

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding capital figures for the Verizon license renewal. The agenda also includes approving previous minutes and reviewing CAC requests.

• Verizon license renewal capital figures update
• Approval of minutes
• CAC Requests

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will consider new work order rates for Quincy Housing Authority employees effective April 1, 2023. The board also plans to authorize a contract for parking and entry area improvements at 100 Beal St., 689-1. Additionally, members will discuss the value of having a tenant on the Board.

• New work order rates for Quincy Housing Authority employees effective April 1, 2023
• Contract authorization for parking and entry area improvements at 100 Beal St., 689-1
• Discussion regarding tenant representation on the Board of Commissioners

Select Board

The Hingham Select Board will consider the FY24 proposed budget and a five-year financial management plan. The board will also review agreements for Fire Station 1 upgrades and DPW equipment rental. Additionally, they will discuss items for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

• Agreement with Rotti McGroddy Design Collaborative, LLC for Fire Station 1 roof, façade, and HVAC replacement
• Amendment to agreement with Mass Pavement Reclamation, Inc. for DPW equipment rental and labor
• FY24 proposed budget and FY24-28 Financial Management Plan discussion
• One-day beverage license for Hingham Sports Partnership Comedy Night
• Warrant article submission regarding 270 Central Street

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will vote on delegating contract signing authority to the DPW Superintendent and establishing a policy for emergency sewer repair funding. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Route 3A sewer results and private sewer system policies.

• Vote on delegating contract signing authority to the DPW Superintendent
• Vote on a policy for funding emergency sewer repairs
• Discussion of 2023 Annual Town Meeting Article: Route 3A Sewer
• Re-draft of Section 14 of Sewer Regulations
• Private Sewer Systems Policy Outline

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to approve February 16, 2023 minutes and Article D (Article 4) for the Town Warrant. The agenda also includes human resources updates. Following this meeting, board members will join the Select Board to discuss the Report of the Personnel Board for the Annual Town Meeting.

• Approval of February 16, 2023 minutes
• Approval of Article D (Article 4) for the Town Warrant
• HR updates
• Discussion of Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article D: Report of the Personnel Board

Naming By-law Committee

The committee is scheduled to review a draft policy statement regarding naming by-laws. Members will also review and approve minutes from meetings held on January 6, January 20, and February 10, 2023.

• Review of the Naming By-law Committee's draft policy statement
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 6, January 20, and February 10, 2023

Traffic Committee

The Hingham Traffic Committee will discuss a proposed marked crosswalk policy. The committee is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the November 30, 2022, meeting.

• Proposed Marked Crosswalk Policy
• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2022

Sewer Commission

The Commission will attend an Advisory Committee meeting to discuss Warrant Article AA for the Route 3A Sewer Project. This discussion is related to the 2023 Annual Town Meeting.

• Discussion of 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article AA: Route 3A Sewer Project

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. The agenda includes an executive session for decisions on abatements and a discussion regarding the possible release of an overlay.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session for decisions on abatements
• Discussion of possible release of overlay

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee is meeting to receive an update regarding the Verizon license renewal capital figures and to plan for their next meeting.

• Verizon license renewal capital figures update

School Building Committee

The committee will review the 2022 SBC Annual Report and provide progress updates for two school projects. Discussions include budget status, design updates, and the approval of project invoices.

• Review of 2022 SBC Annual Report
• Plymouth River School: Review of Homer Contracting Invoice #7
• Foster School: Update on playground and rubber surfacing design
• Foster School: Review of RDA Invoice #19
• Foster School: PMA pre-qualification process update

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Water Bottle Ban Bylaw and plan for Cleaner Greener Hingham Day in Spring 2023. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Water Bottle Ban Bylaw update and planning
• Cleaner Greener Hingham Day Spring 2023 planning
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings

Select Board

The Select Board will consider utility petitions for gas main installations and telecommunications equipment. The board will also discuss the Route 3A Sewer Project and a proposed easement for the Public Safety Facility. A joint session is scheduled to review FY24 Capital Outlay Committee recommendations.

• National Grid gas main installation on High Street and French Street
• AT&T telecommunications equipment near 44 and 136 Fort Hill Street
• EV charger installations at Lynch Field and Station Street Parking Lot
• Easement agreement for Public Safety Facility at 335 Lincoln Street
• South Shore Conservatory special liquor licenses for March and April

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Lighting Board will discuss a rate study by Utility Financial Service and receive an update on a customer survey.

• Rate Study – Utility Financial Service
• Customer Survey Update

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission is meeting to discuss a warrant article for the upcoming 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The discussion focuses on Article AA regarding the Route 3A Sewer.

• Discussion of Article AA: Route 3A Sewer

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will review applications for membership, retirement, and buybacks. The meeting also includes a review of February 2023 expenses and fund reports.

• Membership applications
• Retirement applications
• Make-ups/buybacks
• February 2023 allowances and expenses
• PRIT Fund Report

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Board of Managers will discuss the property management report and vote to approve the budget. The meeting includes updates on a window project and potential votes regarding the procurement process for building envelope repairs. Additionally, the board plans to appoint a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Vote to approve budget
• Window project status update and next steps
• Appointment of new Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Procurement process for Building Envelope Repair

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will vote on Article AA regarding the Route 3A sewer for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The agenda also includes scheduling and adjournment.

• Vote on 2023 Annual Town Meeting Article AA: Route 3A Sewer

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review master plans and receive an Executive Director report on January results and FY23 finances. The meeting also includes updates on the solar project and the maintenance building project.

• Review of Master Plans
• Solar Project
• Maintenance Building Project timeline and expenditures
• FY23 expenditures and revenues
• Donation requests

Select Board

The Select Board will consider an agreement with WASTEQUIP Manufacturing Company LLC for Department of Public Works equipment. The board will also discuss 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles regarding officer salaries and climate action implementation.

• Agreement with WASTEQUIP Manufacturing Company LLC for a trash compactor and related equipment
• Discussion of Article E: Salaries of Town Officers
• Discussion of Article BB: Climate Action Implementation
• Review of Talent Bank applicants for appointments

Energy Action Committee

The committee will present the Climate Action Plan and discuss concerns regarding heat pump installer availability. Members will also provide updates on projects related to the Safety Building, Foster School, and HMLP. Additionally, the group will review its charter to determine if changes should be recommended to the town.

• Discussion on heat pump installer availability
• Presentation of the Climate Action Plan
• Review of the EAC annual report to the town
• Review of the EAC Charter and Article 41
• Updates on Safety Building, Foster School, and HMLP projects

Veterans' Council

The Hingham Veterans' Council will review previous minutes and hear reports from the VSO and sub-committees. The meeting includes votes for 2023 board positions and a period for public questions.

• Review and approve previous minutes
• VSO reports on events and support required
• Votes for 2023 Board positions

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will discuss Article AA regarding the Route 3A Sewer. This discussion is part of the preparation for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

• Discussion of Article AA: Route 3A Sewer

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will discuss park projects and goals for the year 2023. The agenda also includes reports from the Treasurer and Ranger, as well as a recap of the January Long Range Plan meeting.

• Su Escuela representatives for Spring Fun Run
• Treasurer's Report
• Ranger's Report
• Capital outlay discussion
• Long Range Plan Meeting recap

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will review minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. The board is scheduled to consider various applications for membership, retirement, and buybacks. Additionally, the board will review the PRIT Fund Report and cash flow report.

• Review of February 2023 allowances and expenses
• Membership and retirement applications
• PRIT Fund Report
• Cash Flow Report

Climate Action Planning Committee

The Climate Action Planning Committee will discuss a single-use plastic bottle bylaw and review a presentation on roadway solar transition for Hingham and the South Shore. The committee will also discuss the timeline for reviewing the draft Climate Action Plan.

• Discussion and vote on single-use plastic bottle bylaw
• Presentation on roadways solar transition for Hingham and the South Shore
• Update on warrant articles submission with the Select Board
• Discussion of timeline and approach for reviewing the draft Climate Action Plan

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint session with the Advisory Committee and School Committee. The meeting includes a presentation of the FY24 School Department Budget and budget recommendations from the Town Administrator.

• FY24 School Department Budget Presentation
• Town Administrator FY24 Budget Recommendations

Historic Districts Commission

The commission is reviewing several applications for Certificates of Appropriately regarding building and landscape modifications in local historic districts. The meeting also includes an informal discussion about an accessibility project at the Benjamin Lincoln House.

• Modifications to house, barn, and hardscape at 66 Lincoln Street
• First floor/basement addition and patio at 48 Cottage Street
• Garage demolition at 226 Main Street
• Discussion of an accessible route project at 181 North Street

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will vote on a warrant article for the Route 3A Sewer Project and items regarding Broad Cove Pump Station emergency and resiliency planning. The meeting also includes discussions on private sewer system policy and an emergency plan.

• Route 3A Sewer Project warrant article vote
• Broad Cove Pump Station Emergency vote
• Resiliency Planning vote
• Rt. 3A Force Main Study discussion
• Private Sewer System Policy discussion

Personnel Board

The board is considering requests regarding police officer pay and work experience credits. It will also address salary placement for a new SSCC Assistant Golf Superintendent and updates to the Benefits Coordinator position.

• Police officer education incentive and work experience requests
• Salary and vacation requests for new SSCC Assistant Golf Superintendent
• Reclassification of Benefits Coordinator position
• Review of Article D and approval of Article E for the Town Warrant
• Collective bargaining strategy for Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold initial discussions regarding tobacco and pool regulations. The board will also consider increasing the permit fee for beach water testing.

• Increase permit fee for beach water testing
• 3 Home Meadow, New Construction, Expired DWCP
• Initial discussion on tobacco regulations
• Initial discussion on pool regulations
• Discussion regarding the definition of 'New Construction'

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Hingham Cable Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding the Verizon license renewal. The agenda also includes reviewing CAC requests and a programming review update.

• Verizon license renewal update
• Review of CAC requests
• Programming review update

School Building Committee

The committee will review the 2022 SBC Annual Report and discuss progress on two school projects. For the Plymouth River School, members will review project invoices. For the Foster School, the agenda includes reviewing site work progress, design updates, and construction estimates.

• Review and approve 2022 SBC Annual Report
• Review Plymouth River School project invoices from Homer Contracting and Architectural Consulting Group
• Review Foster School design updates and 90% construction document estimates
• Review Foster School site work progress and budget updates

Naming By-law Committee

The Naming By-law Committee will attend a Select Board meeting. The committee will participate in the discussion of 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article T concerning the Naming By-law.

• Participation in Select Board discussion of Warrant Article T: Naming By-law

South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center

The board will discuss the FY24 budget, the FY24 911 Development Grant, and the status of the FY22 audit by Roselli, Clark & Assoc. The agenda also includes a technology update on Cohasset PD/FD radio infrastructure and an executive session regarding supervisor's union collective bargaining.

• FY22 Audit by Roselli, Clark & Assoc.
• FY24 Budget review
• Cohasset PD/FD radio infrastructure technology update
• FY24 911 Development Grant
• Collective bargaining discussion for supervisor's union

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss several articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting, including plastic bottle bans and senior center feasibility. The board may also vote to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with DPW Teamsters Local 25. Executive sessions are scheduled to discuss real estate acquisitions and easements for 335 Lincoln Street.

• Potential vote to sign Memorandum of Agreement with DPW Teamsters Local 25
• Discussion of plastic bottle ban by-laws (Articles U and DD)
• Discussion of Senior Center feasibility (Article X)
• Discussion of Naming By-law (Article T)
• Executive session regarding real estate easements for 335 Lincoln Street

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee will hear a presentation regarding Straits Pond Island and review annual report paragraphs for Cohasset, Hingham, and Hull. The agenda also includes planning for the Tri-Town Clean-Up scheduled for April 22, 2023.

• Presentation on Straits Pond Island by Chris Krahfrost
• Tri-Town annual Report Paragraphs for Cohasset, Hingham, and Hull
• Tri-Town Clean-Up scheduled for April 22, 2023
• Vote to approve January 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Municipal Light Board

The board will vote on appointing Paul Hibbard to the ENE Board as an outside Director. The agenda also includes updates regarding a rate study, customer surveys, and several energy projects.

• Vote to appoint Paul Hibbard to ENE Board as an outside Director
• Rate Study – Utility Financial Service
• Updates on Transmission Line Project, EV chargers, HMLP Solar, and Municipal Solar

Housing Authority

This meeting consists of routine administrative procedures for the Hingham Housing Authority. The agenda includes motions to approve the January 10, 2023, meeting minutes and accounts payable. No specific new business or projects are detailed in this document.

• Approval of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of Accounts Payable and Payments

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will participate in a Select Board meeting regarding 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles U and DD. These articles concern plastic bottle ban by-laws for commercial sale, distribution, and municipal single use.

• Participation in Select Board discussion on Plastic Bottle Ban By-law (Article U)
• Participation in Select Board discussion on Plastic Bottle Ban By-law (Article DD)

Historic Districts Commission

The Historic Districts Commission will conduct site visits and public notices on February 11, 2023. The agenda consists of scheduled inspections at two specific locations.

• Site visit: 48 Cottage Street
• Site visit: 226 Main Street

Naming By-law Committee

The Naming By-law Committee will meet to review and vote on revisions to the draft by-law proposed on January 20, 2023. The committee will also review and approve minutes from meetings held on January 6 and January 20, 2023.

• Vote on revisions to the draft naming by-law
• Approval of January 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 20, 2023 meeting minutes