Hull public meetings in 2025

Economic Development Committee

The Hull Economic Development Committee meeting on Dec 17, 2025 will open with a call to order, then review committee updates and discuss its goals. No formal decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Committee updates and discussion of goals

The Select Board voted unanimously to approve the Economic Development Committee's "No Place Like Hull" branding concepts and tagline, with a requirement to keep the town's wave logo in all new materials. The Economic Development Committee will explore funding sources over the next 6‑9 months and report progress to the Board in fall 2026. Additional tasks include coordinating with the 250th Anniversary Committee, considering a community summit, and developing a children's marketing component.

• Approved "No Place Like Hull" campaign concepts and tagline (unanimous)
• Required integration of existing wave logo into all new materials
• Tasked EDC to explore funding sources (grants, groups, state) over 6‑9 months
• Assigned EDC to coordinate with 250th Anniversary Committee on implementation
• Mandated EDC to return to Select Board with progress update in fall 2026
• Directed EDC to ensure wave logo branding is incorporated in all new outputs
• Asked EDC/Chamber to consider holding a community summit for resident ideas
• Charged EDC with developing a children's marketing strategy component

Library Board of Trustees

The Hull Library Board of Trustees will meet on Dec. 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Hull Public Library. Trustees will consider approving minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting, hear a report from the Library Director, and vote on a proposed event and building use policy. The agenda also includes a list of future trustee meeting dates before adjourning.

• Vote on adopting Library event/building use policy
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2025 meeting
• Library Director report
• List of future trustee meetings

The trustees approved the revised Policy Statement on library programming after discussion, with a unanimous vote. The board also set the dates for the next two meetings: January 26 and February 23, 2026, both to be held via Zoom. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Policy Statement on library programming (unanimous)
• Scheduled next board meetings for Jan 26 and Feb 23, 2026 (via Zoom)

Design Review Board

The Hull Design Review Board will meet on December 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes reviewing minutes, introducing new member Brian Elyo, reorganizing the board, reviewing the Fort Revere Lighting proposal, discussing Kenberma Mart gas station signage, and providing updates on the Fort Revere Tower and Village Fire Station/Town Hall. Additional items may be added or omitted at the board’s discretion.

• Review of Fort Revere Lighting proposal
• Discussion of Kenberma Mart gas station signage (no materials submitted)
• Updates on Fort Revere Tower and Village Fire Station/Town Hall
• Introduction of new member Brian Elyo
• Reorganization of the Design Review Board

The Design Review Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes from 7/30/25, 9/9/25, and 10/9/25. The board also elected new officers: T. Burns as Clerk, M. Rockett as Vice Chair, and J. Parker as Chair. A motion was approved for M. Rockett to draft a letter to the Kenberma Food Mart applicant. The meeting was adjourned without objection.

• Approved 7/30/25 minutes – unanimous
• Approved 9/9/25 minutes – unanimous
• Approved 10/9/25 minutes – unanimous
• Nominated T. Burns for Clerk – unanimous
• Nominated M. Rockett for Vice Chair – unanimous
• Nominated J. Parker for Chair – unanimous
• Approved M. Rockett to draft DRB letter to Kenberma Food Mart applicant – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – without objection

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee will consider approving the minutes from its 11/18/2025 meeting. It will provide status updates on keeping community engagement over the winter and on the Kenberma business district beautification project. The committee will also address any old and new business items before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the 11/18/2025 Beautification Committee meeting
• Discuss community engagement activities planned for the winter
• Update on the Kenberma business district beautification project
• Consider any old business items
• Consider any new business items

The committee approved the minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting as amended. Members unanimously supported Susan Green’s proposal to plant 25 trees on town‑owned property. A budget reduction for the Ft. Revere Tower lighting project was also unanimously approved and will be included in the final application. The two “Welcome to Hull” signs for town entrances were reported completed.

• Approved 12/09/25 meeting minutes (as amended)
• Unanimously supported planting 25 trees on town property
• Unanimously approved budget reduction for Ft. Revere Tower lighting project
• Completed two “Welcome to Hull” entrance signs
• Submitted dumpster concern letter to Building Inspector and Board of Health
• Submitted request for gas‑station site inspection to Building Inspector and Town Manager

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet with MAPC consultants to review the town's Master Plan. The discussion will cover community survey results, open house feedback, and engagement analysis themes.

• Review of community survey results
• Analysis of open house feedback
• Discussion of Master Plan project progress and next steps

The board met via Zoom to hear a MAPC presentation on survey results and next‑step deliverables for the town’s master plan. Members discussed methodology, budget overruns, outreach, and future surveys, but no substantive actions were approved or denied. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to interview applicants for town commissions and boards. The body will also consider renewal applications for package and victualer licenses and vote to close the FY26 tax rate classification hearing.

• Vote to close the FY26 Tax Rate Classification Hearing
• Liquor license renewal and hours amendment for Nantasket Liquors at 307 Nantasket Ave
• Wine & Malt Package Store renewal for Quick Pick, Inc. at 261 and 527A Nantasket Ave
• Common Victualer renewal for Nantasket Seafood at 533B Nantasket Ave
• Discussion on CPC 2026 Grant Application for lighting at Ft. Revere

Zoning By-Law Committee

The Hull Zoning By-Law Committee will review and approve minutes from previous meetings and reorganize its leadership. It will consider several zoning articles, including two that have already passed: the ADU amendment (Article 28) and the signs, billboards and projections amendment (Article 29). The committee will also discuss the status of other articles that failed and various planning topics.

• Article 28 – Amendment to Accessory Dwelling Unit Zoning Bylaw (PASS)
• Article 29 – Amendment to Zoning Bylaw – Signs, Billboards & Other Projections (PASS)
• Review of 2025 Annual Town Meeting results of zoning articles
• Discussion of Article 32 – Rezoning of parcels to open public space (FAIL)
• Discussion of Article 33 – Amend Zoning Bylaw § 410-4.9. Inclusionary housing unit (FAIL)

The Zoning By‑Law Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the December 10 2024, January 6 2025 and March 17 2025 meetings. A motion to table the committee’s reorganization until the next meeting passed with a majority vote (Aye – majority, Klieman Nay). The committee also directed the Planning Board to seek Town Counsel clarification on Attorney General comments, to begin a formal zoning‑map update, and to draft a parking‑regulation amendment banning separate fees for required parking.

• Approved minutes of 12/10/2024 – unanimous affirmative
• Approved minutes of 01/06/2025 – unanimous affirmative
• Approved minutes of 03/17/2025 – unanimous affirmative
• Tabled committee reorganization until next meeting – majority Aye (Klieman Nay)
• Requested Planning Board obtain Town Counsel clarification on AG comments
• Committed to formally request Planning Board to initiate zoning‑map update
• Assigned drafting of zoning amendment prohibiting separate charges for required parking
• Tasked Parker & McCann with preparing markup on NBOD issues for next meeting

Select Board

The Hull Select Board will discuss a request from Bayside Marketing Systems, Inc., doing business as Nantasket Lobster Pound/Jake's Seafood, to amend its hours of operation. The amendment seeks a seasonal all‑alcohol license and a common victualer license to allow service on Tuesdays from July 1 through August 26, 2025, from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm. The request pertains to the location at 50 George Washington Boulevard.

• Request to amend hours of operation for Bayside Marketing Systems, Inc. dba Nantasket Lobster Pound/Jake's Seafood (50 George Washington Blvd) to open Tuesdays July 1–Aug 26 2025, 9 am–11 pm (seasonal all‑alcohol and common victualer licenses)
• Existing Common Victualer License fee of $50.00 issued April 1, 2025

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss several Notices of Intent for residential construction and town infrastructure. The body is reviewing requests for home elevations, demolitions, and maintenance plans for North Nantasket and Gun Rock beaches.

• Notice of Intent for 34 R Street to demolish existing home and rebuild on piles
• Notice of Intent for 13 Moreland Ave. to elevate a home onto a concrete foundation
• Review of North Nantasket Beach Operations & Maintenance Plan
• Request to amend conditions for Gun Rock Beach seaweed and storm debris control
• Request for determination of applicability for 11 G Street, 16 Summit Ave., and 125 Hampton Circle

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to interview applicants for the Zoning Board of Appeals, Historical Commission, Council on Aging, and the No Place for Hate Committee. The board will also vote to close the FY26 tax rate classification hearing and review liquor license renewals for several Nantasket Avenue businesses.

• Renewal of all alcohol package store license for Mehar LLC dba Nantasket Liquors at 307 Nantasket Ave
• Renewal of wine and malt package store license for Preep Corp. dba Quick Pick, Inc. at 261 and 527A Nantasket Ave
• Renewal of common victualer license for Nantasket Seafood at 533B Nantasket Ave
• Discussion of Historical Preservation’s CPC 2026 Grant Application for lighting at Ft. Revere
• Discussion of the Waste and Recycling Program with the Health Department Director

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss the Master Plan and a flexible plan development. The agenda includes a review of the Community Development and Planning Office roles and responsibilities.

• Chapter 91: 85 & 87 Bay St
• Flexible Plan Development discussion
• Master Plan discussion
• Public Participation Policy
• ZBC updates

The board unanimously approved the amended minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a letter to the Department of Environmental Protection supporting the Chapter 91 license application for 85‑87 Bay Street. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved amended minutes for Oct 22, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved submission of letter to DEP for Chapter 91 license 85‑87 Bay Street (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Beach Management Advisory Committee will meet to review reports from Conservation and the Select Board. The committee is scheduled to discuss the Notice of Intent (NOI) for the N. Nantasket Beach Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plan.

• Discussion on N. Nantasket Beach O&M Plan—NOI

The Beach Management Advisory Committee unanimously approved a motion to skip the December 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved holding Zoom meetings for January and February 2026. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Skip December 2025 meeting – motion passed unanimously
• Hold Zoom meeting for January 2026 – motion passed unanimously
• Hold Zoom meeting for February 2026 – motion passed unanimously
• Adjourn meeting – motion passed unanimously

Library Board of Trustees

The Hull Library Board of Trustees will meet remotely on November 17, 2025, to discuss the library's event policy and list future meeting dates.

• Discussion of Library event policy
• List of future Trustee meetings
• Remote meeting via Zoom

The trustees reviewed the proposed library policy for events, with Director Brian DeFelice presenting each section and answering questions. No formal action or vote was taken. Trustees will continue the discussion individually and reconvene at the December 15 meeting.

Sewer Commission

The Permanent Sewer Commission will conduct budget reviews for the FY25 year-end and FY26 year-to-date periods. The body will also discuss updates regarding Weir River water consumption and revenue, as well as current projects.

• FY25 Year End Budget Review
• FY26 Year-To-Date Budget Review
• Weir River Water Consumption/Revenue Update
• Projects Update

Planning Board

The Hull Planning Board will meet to discuss project updates, committee assignments, and a Chapter 91 license. The agenda also includes a webinar on board roles and a review of the Community Development and Planning Office.

• Chapter 91 License for 85 & 87 Bay Street
• ANR - 19 V Street
• Flexible Plan Development Discussion
• Master Plan Discussion
• ZBC Updates

The Board approved an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for 19 V Street with a 5‑1‑0 vote. It also approved the October 8 and October 22 meeting minutes. The Board decided to sign a receipt for a Chapter 91 license application and to include questions about prior Conservation Commission approval. Unanimous motions were adopted to obtain a comprehensive list of town‑owned properties and a list of any changes of use for town structures.

• Approved ANR for 19 V St. (5-1-0)
• Approved minutes for Oct 8, 2025 (5-0-1)
• Approved minutes for Oct 22, 2025 (4-0-2)
• Decided to sign Chapter 91 license receipt and send a letter with questions (no vote recorded)
• Approved motion to obtain list of town‑owned properties (unanimous)
• Approved motion to obtain list of changes of use for town structures (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two requests for after‑the‑fact utility installations at 125 Main Street and 81 Samoset Avenue. It will also consider a notice of intent for seaweed and storm‑debris control at Gunrock Beach and a certificate of compliance for 71 Highland Avenue. Additional items include a non‑compliance notice for a fence at 125 Hampton Circle and updates on a landfill windmill demolition and a site‑visit request for 435 Newport Road.

• Request for applicability – 125 Main Street: after‑the‑fact underground utilities and new utility pole (Applicant: John Boyd)
• Request for applicability – 81 Samoset Ave: after‑the‑fact stairs and landing (Applicants: Judith & Lawrence Terrio)
• Notice of intent – Gunrock Beach (SE35-1912): seaweed and storm‑debris accumulation control (Applicant: Christopher Gardner)
• Certificate of compliance – 71 Highland Ave (SE35-1736)
• Non‑compliance notice – 125 Hampton Circle: after‑the‑fact stockade fence installation in LSCSF

The Conservation Commission approved an Order of Conditions for the Nantasket Avenue and Point Allerton Avenue intersection upgrades, adding requirements for sewer coordination, rain‑garden plan approval, stormwater reporting, Mass Waterways licensing, and drainage limits. It also approved Orders of Conditions for 74 Kenberma Street, 153A Samoset Avenue, and extended an Order of Conditions for 36 Channel Street for three years. Negative determinations were issued for 1 Alden Street and 65 Bay Street, while a positive determination was issued for the 158 Newport Road driveway. The commission continued the Gunrock Beach emergency certification discussion and approved the September and July 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved Order of Conditions for Nantasket Ave & Point Allerton Ave upgrades (5‑aye)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 74 Kenberma St. with special paver and shower conditions (4‑aye, 1 abstain)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 153A Samoset Ave with perpetual permeable paver condition (4‑aye, 1 abstain)
• Extended Order of Conditions for 36 Channel St. by three years (5‑aye)
• Issued negative determination for 1 Alden St. requiring shed on applicant’s property (4‑aye)
• Issued negative determination for 65 Bay St. with condition base of deck not enclosed (4‑aye, 1 nay)
• Positive determination issued for 158 Newport Rd. driveway after motion for negative determination failed (2‑aye, 3‑nay)
• Continued Gunrock Beach emergency certification discussion (5‑aye)

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will meet to review the Operations Manager’s Report and discuss old and new business. No specific projects or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Operations Manager’s Report

Planning Board

The Board approved the amendment of 18 Sunset Avenue, creating a new Lot B, with a 4‑for, 0‑against, 1‑abstain vote. Members also agreed to send a letter regarding the Paragon Dunes project to the Town Manager and copy the Conservation Committee. The registry of deeds was signed by the Board, and the meeting minutes were tabled until the next meeting. The session was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved ANR for 18 Sunset Ave (4-0-1)
• Agreed to send Dunes project letter to Town Manager and copy Conservation Committee
• Registry of deeds signed by Board members
• Tabled meeting minutes until next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will hold a special meeting featuring a presentation by Bob Van Meter of the Jewish Alliance for Law and Social Action. The committee will discuss the history of housing discrimination and future opportunities for resident advocacy.

• Presentation by Bob Van Meter on the history of housing discrimination
• Discussion on community engagement and resident advocacy

Library Board of Trustees

The Hull Library Board of Trustees will meet on October 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting, a report from the Library Director, and a review of upcoming trustee meeting dates. The board may also address any additional items permitted under law.

• Approve minutes from September 15, 2025 meeting
• Library Director report
• Review list of future trustee meetings
• Call to Order and Land Acknowledgment
• Adjournment

The board approved the previous meeting's minutes with a unanimous vote. It set the next trustee meetings for November 17 and December 15. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 after a unanimous motion.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled November 17 trustee meeting
• Scheduled December 15 trustee meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 7:50 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several permit applications, including a shed at 1 Alden Street, an asphalt driveway at 158 Newport Road, and a deck at 65 Bay Street. It will consider notices of intent for projects such as seaweed and storm‑debris control at Gunrock Beach, a staircase and patio at 74 Kenberma Street, and intersection upgrades at Nantasket Avenue and Point Allerton Avenue that aim to reduce impervious surfaces and add swales and a rain garden. The commission will also address non‑compliance letters for 125 Hampton Circle and 125 Main Street, and vote to approve the minutes from the September and July 2025 meetings.

• Permit applicability request: install 10’x14’ shed at 1 Alden Street (applicant Scott Shikora)
• Permit applicability request: install approx 500 ft² asphalt driveway at 158 Newport Road (applicant Joshua Cooper)
• Notice of intent: intersection upgrades at Nantasket Ave & Point Allerton Ave to add swales, rain garden, and reduce impervious surfaces (Town of Hull)
• Request to extend order of conditions for 36 Channel St. (SE35-1724)
• Non‑compliance letters: after‑the‑fact stockade fence at 125 Hampton Circle and underground electrical work at 125 Main St.

The Conservation Commission adopted an Order of Conditions governing seaweed and storm‑debris removal at Gun Rock Beach, specifying when and how cleanup may occur. It also issued negative determinations for after‑the‑fact utility work at 125 Main Street and for stair and landing work at 81 Samoset Avenue. Certificates of compliance were granted for projects at 71 Highland Avenue and 67 Hampton Circle. The commission denied a site‑visit request for 435 Newport Road.

• Issued negative determination for 125 Main Street utility work (4‑1)
• Issued negative determination limited to front stair, landing, walkway at 81 Samoset Ave (4‑1)
• Approved Order of Conditions for seaweed removal at Gun Rock Beach (5‑0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 71 Highland Ave home addition (5‑0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 67 Hampton Circle patio construction (5‑0)
• Denied SOC request for site visit at 435 Newport Rd (no vote recorded)
• Noted demolition of non‑functional wind turbine on former landfill does not require permit
• Recorded non‑compliance notice for after‑the‑fact fence at 125 Hampton Circle

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review updates regarding appointments to the Hull Community Housing Trust fund. The body will also discuss feedback from a September 16 meeting and a rental housing inventory and survey.

• Appointments to the Hull Community Housing Trust fund
• Feedback from the September 16 'Conversation on the Future of Affordable Housing in Hull'
• Upcoming October 21 'Conversation on the History of Housing Discrimination'
• Rental Housing Inventory and Survey

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting after making name and spelling corrections, using a roll‑call vote. No other formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded; the meeting focused on presentations, discussions, and assigning action items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (roll‑call vote)

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will meet to accept an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Denise Fisher. The board intends to delegate the response to Town Counsel.

• Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Denise Fisher on September 19, 2025

The Hull Municipal Light Board approved a motion to have Town Counsel prepare and submit the Light Plant’s response to the Open Meeting Law complaint filed on September 19, 2025. The motion was made by Pat Cannon, seconded by Stephanie Landry, and passed unanimously (5‑0). The Town Manager will share the counsel’s response with the Board once it is received. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Delegate preparation and submission of OML complaint response to Town Counsel – approved unanimously (5-0)

Planning Board

The board unanimously approved the nomination of Chandelle Schulte as the Planning Board’s representative to the Master Plan Steering Committee. It also approved the minutes from the August 27, September 10, and September 24, 2025 meetings, with the September 24 minutes accepted with edits. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Nominated Chandelle Schulte as Planning Board representative to Master Plan Steering Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2025 meeting (5-0-1, Schulte abstained)
• Accepted minutes of September 24, 2025 meeting with edits (5-0-1, Klieman abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Select Board

The Board voted unanimously to acquire permanent easements at 948 Nantasket Avenue and 1 Point Allerton Avenue and to award $94,000 in damages for the taking. It also unanimously adopted the Purple Heart Town proclamation and approved the Board and Committee Handbook pending legal review. Approval of the meeting minutes was tabled, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved eminent‑domain easements for 948 Nantasket Ave and 1 Point Allerton Ave and awarded $94,000 damages (unanimous)
• Adopted and signed the Purple Heart Town proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved the Board and Committee Handbook pending legal review (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of the meeting minutes to the next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to approve a special permit for Elizabeth Harling at 106 Atlantic Avenue, allowing the proposed bathroom and living‑room additions under the existing covered porch. The Board also approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved special permit for 106 Atlantic Ave (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2025 Zoning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The Hull Community Preservation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a $1,520 payment to CPC Administrator Carol Costello for administrative services. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved Sept 8, 2025 CPC meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,520 invoice to Carol Costello for admin services (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Hull Beach Management Advisory Committee will consider the North Nan Beach Operation & Maintenance Plan notice of intent and the Gunrock Beach notice of intent. Members will also discuss a possible reorganization of the advisory committee. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports from the Conservation and Select Board.

• Discussion of North Nan Beach Operation & Maintenance Plan (NOI)
• Discussion of Gunrock Beach notice of intent (NOI)
• Reorganization of the Beach Management Advisory Committee
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Conservation Report and Select Board Report

Select Board

The Board voted 6-1-0 to appoint Aleeze Hagerty to the interim position on the Hull School Committee. The Board also unanimously appointed Robert Pezzini, Michelle Cox, and Joseph Gibbons as trustees of the newly formed Hull Community Housing Trust Fund, and unanimously named Select Board Chair Irwin Nesoff as the Board’s designee to the Trust.

• Appointed Aleeze Hagerty to interim School Committee (6-1-0)
• Appointed Robert Pezzini to Hull Community Housing Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Appointed Michelle Cox to Hull Community Housing Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Gibbons to Hull Community Housing Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Appointed Irwin Nesoff as Select Board designee to the Housing Trust (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting by a 4‑1‑0 vote. It unanimously tabled approval of the August 27, 2025 minutes and the September 10, 2025 minutes to the next meeting. The Board also unanimously adjourned the session.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (4-1-0)
• Tabled approval of August 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of September 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will determine the applicability of several small residential projects and hear notices of intent for home demolitions and new construction. The board will also discuss debris control for Gunrock Beach.

• Notice of Intent for 169 Beach Ave: demolish home and construct 3-story house on piles
• Notice of Intent for 225 Nantasket Rd: demolish home and construct elevated single family home
• Notice of Intent for Gunrock Beach: seaweed and storm debris accumulation control
• Determination of Applicability for 158 Newport Road: install 500 sq ft asphalt driveway
• Notice of Intent for 74 Kenberma St: after-the-fact construction of staircase, shower, and patio

The Conservation Commission approved an order of conditions for a new 3‑story house at 169 Beach Ave, requiring permeable pavers in perpetuity. It also approved an order of conditions for 225 Nantasket Rd with several special requirements. Negative determinations were issued for projects at 73 Central Ave, 91 Newport Road, and 27 Gunrock Ave. Several applications were continued to the October 14 meeting.

• Approved order of conditions for 169 Beach Ave (permeable pavers required) – unanimous aye
• Approved order of conditions for 225 Nantasket Rd with roof drainage, drywell, and other special conditions – passed (3 aye, 1 nay)
• Issued negative determination for 73 Central Ave – unanimous aye
• Issued negative determination for 91 Newport Road – unanimous aye
• Issued negative determination for 27 Gunrock Ave – approved (LS abstain, others aye)
• Continued 1 Alden Street application to 10/14 – unanimous aye
• Continued 158 Newport Road application to 10/14 – unanimous aye
• Approved minutes for 9/9 meeting – unanimous aye

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board on September 17, 2025 at 7:40 PM in Hull Town Hall. The agenda does not list any specific items; the board may discuss matters permitted by law, including the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Article 37. No concrete decisions or proposals are identified in the posted agenda.

The Board approved the transfer of the Nantasket Liquors alcohol package store license to Mehar Enterprises. It set the useful life of a fire pumper (12 years) and an ambulance (7 years). The Board unanimously endorsed the wastewater director for completing state grants. Charles Richardson was appointed to the Hull Redevelopment Authority seat. The Board voted 4‑1‑0 to direct Town Counsel to transmit Article 37 as a Home Rule Petition.

• Approved transfer of All Alcohol Package Store License to Mehar Enterprises (unanimous)
• Determined useful life of fire pumper truck as 12 years and ambulance as 7 years (unanimous)
• Endorsed and congratulated wastewater director for grant work (unanimous)
• Nominated Charles Richardson to fill vacant Hull Redevelopment Authority seat (5-4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 20 and September 3 meetings (unanimous)
• Directed Town Counsel to transmit Article 37 as a Home Rule Petition (4-1-0)

Select Board

The Board approved several items, including the transfer of an alcohol package store license and the useful‑life schedule for fire and ambulance equipment. It appointed Charles Richardson to the Hull Redevelopment Authority. Finally, the Board voted 4‑1 to direct Town Counsel to transmit Article 37 as a Home Rule Petition to the state legislature.

• Approved transfer of All Alcohol Package Store License to Mehar Enterprises (unanimous)
• Approved useful‑life periods: fire pumper 12 years, ambulance 7 years (unanimous)
• Endorsed John Struzziery for work on wastewater treatment grant (unanimous)
• Approved Charles Richardson to fill vacant Hull Redevelopment Authority seat (5‑4‑0)
• Approved motion to direct Town Counsel to submit Article 37 as a Home Rule Petition (4‑1‑0)
• Approved minutes for August 20 and September 3 meetings (unanimous)

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Beach Management Advisory Committee unanimously approved the June meeting minutes and the Summer Forum minutes as amended. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Forum minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to grant a continuance for the special permit/variance hearing at 15 Clifton Avenue, moving it to the October 21, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Clerk Hennessey, seconded by Parsons, and all three voting members (Hennessey, Parsons, Pranaitis) voted aye. Approval of the September 2, 2025 minutes was postponed to the next meeting, and the board adjourned.

• Approved continuance of 15 Clifton Ave hearing to Oct 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of Sep 2, 2025 minutes to next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will meet to review reports from the Light Plant and Operations Managers. The board will discuss ongoing business including PILOT payments and micro-grid discussions. A new transmission feeder study bid is listed under new business.

• New Transmission Feeder Study BID
• Street Lighting Agreement
• PILOT Payments
• Solar/Net Metering presentation by Denise Fisher
• Spinnaker Island Update

The Hull Municipal Light Plant Board voted unanimously to establish a Solar Policy Task Force composed of Chair Tom Burns and Commissioner Dan Ciccariello. The task force will gather resident input, consult MMWEC, survey peer MLP policies, and report findings within 2–3 months. Approval of the July 17 and August 4 minutes was tabled pending clarification. No other actions were taken.

• Established Solar Policy Task Force (Chair Tom Burns, Commissioner Dan Ciccariello) – unanimous approval
• Tabled approval of July 17 and August 4 minutes – pending clarification
• Motion to adjourn – unanimous approval

Board of Health

The Board of Health unanimously approved the March 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It also voted to update the Board’s Rules and Regulations to align with the current fee schedule. The next Board of Health meeting was set for November 13, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved update to Rules and Regulations (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for November 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board voted to approve the lighting plans for 120 Nantasket (dated April 11 2025). The motion passed with a 5‑aye, 0‑no, 1‑abstain vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved 120 Nantasket pool lighting plan (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will determine the applicability of several residential projects and review Notices of Intent. The body is also discussing debris control at Gunrock Beach and potential non-compliance at 74 Kenberma St.

• Gunrock Beach: Proposed seaweed and storm debris accumulation control
• 150 George Washington Blvd: Proposed fence and gate replacement and native planting by Hull Community Garden
• 879 Nantasket Ave: Notice of Intent for deck demolition and reconstruction
• 307 Beach Ave: Notice of Intent for permeable paver patios and walkways
• 74 Kenberma St: Discussion of possible non-compliance

The Hull Conservation Commission adopted negative determinations for projects at 150 GW Blvd., 633 Nantasket Ave., 29 Manomet Ave., and 96 Atlantic Ave. It approved orders of conditions for 879 Nantasket Ave. (requiring FEMA flood‑zone clarification) and for 307 Beach Ave. (requiring perpetual permeable pavers and an as‑built survey). Motions to continue the hearings for 1 Alden Street and the Gun Rock Beach seaweed‑debris plan were also passed.

• Negative determination for 150 GW Blvd. (all four commissioners aye)
• Negative determination for 633 Nantasket Ave. (all four commissioners aye)
• Negative determination with special condition for 29 Manomet Ave. (all four commissioners aye)
• Negative determination for 96 Atlantic Ave. (3 aye, 1 abstain)
• Order of conditions approved for 879 Nantasket Ave. (no vote tally recorded)
• Order of conditions approved for 307 Beach Ave. (3‑1 vote, SC, DD, TB aye; PP nay)
• Motion to continue 1 Alden Street hearing until 9/23 (all four commissioners aye)
• Motion to continue Gun Rock Beach NOI hearing until 9/23 (all four commissioners aye)

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review and approve the August 12, 2025 draft meeting minutes. It will receive an update on appointments to the Hull Community Housing Trust fund made by the Select Board, CPC, and town. The committee will hear feedback from the recent Endless Summer outreach and discuss the upcoming Porchfest event on September 13 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Members are asked to attend a hybrid meeting on September 16 at 7 PM to discuss the future of affordable housing in Hull.

• Approve August 12, 2025 draft meeting minutes
• Update on appointments to Hull Community Housing Trust fund
• Report feedback from Endless Summer outreach
• Discuss upcoming Porchfest on Sep 13, 1–6 PM
• Plan for future affordable housing discussion at hybrid meeting Sep 16, 7 PM

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes by roll‑call vote (Greenberg aye, Mullin aye, Riley abstain). The remainder of the session consisted of updates, discussion of business‑development ideas, tourism marketing, and planning of future actions, but no additional formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (roll‑call vote: Greenberg aye, Mullin aye, Riley abstain)

Design Review Board

The Board unanimously approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the proposed Welcome to Hull signs for two town entrances. A unanimous positive recommendation was approved for the Aquarium Residences pool and egress lighting plan. The Building Commissioner decided the Pemberton Pier portable restroom enclosure does not need to be ADA compliant and the Board assigned staff to draft a comment letter.

• Approved Aug. 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Welcome to Hull signage (unanimous)
• Approved positive recommendation to Planning Board for Aquarium Residences pool/egress lighting (unanimous)
• Determined Pemberton Pier portable restroom enclosure does not require ADA compliance
• Assigned D. Ritz to draft DRB comment letter on Pemberton Pier restroom enclosure
• Assigned J. Parker to email J. Leavitt about parking area fluorescents and wall fixture location

Beautification Committee

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting, with all members in agreement. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved minutes from 8/12/2025 meeting (unanimous)

No Place for Hate Committee

The No Place for Hate Committee will meet to review reports from the treasurer, communications, and liaisons. The body will discuss expenses for the Endless Summer booth and consider a possible change to the committee's name.

• Review of Endless Summer booth expenses for reimbursement
• Discussion of Committee name and possible change
• Program planning and action item review

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. After discussion of outreach and fundraising ideas, the meeting was adjourned following a motion that was seconded and carried.

• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Select Board

The Board unanimously voted to support the Community Preservation Act application for the Hull Community Garden Improvement Project. They also unanimously endorsed the Beautification Committee’s CPA application for lighting and fencing at the Fort Revere Water Tower. The Board discussed a senior‑center feasibility study and dog‑park options, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Support CPA application for Garden Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Endorse CPA application for Fort Revere Water Tower lighting and fencing (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet jointly with the Select Board to discuss senior center activities and future opportunities. The meeting includes updates on current programming.

• Update on current Senior Center activities
• Discussion on future opportunities

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission will review updates on the Fort Revere Water Tower restoration and plaque pricing. The body will also hear a presentation regarding Community Preservation Act funds for lighting and fencing.

• Presentation by Michael T. Parks for Community Preservation Act funds for raw iron fence and lighting at Fort Revere Water Tower
• Update on Fort Revere Water Tower restoration
• Update on pricing for historic home plaques

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three special permit and variance petitions for residential properties. The board will also review its rules, regulations, and previous meeting minutes.

• Petition for 27 T Street to demolish a house and build a 38.5-foot FEMA flood compliant home
• Petition for 28 Belmont Street to add bedrooms and a second floor with side setbacks under 10 feet
• Petition for 911 Nantasket Ave to extend a deck and add a handrail with a rear setback under the required limit
• Petition for 15 Clifton Ave to construct a second floor addition with a 4-foot left setback

Retirement Board

The Hull Contributory Retirement Board will vote on minutes, August payroll, and new employee enrollments. It will also approve pension calculations for a retiring Council on Aging clerk and address a $185.75 overpayment from a deceased retiree. The board will review financial reports and discuss a merit increase anniversary date.

• Approve minutes from July 29, 2025 meeting
• Sign August 2025 payroll and bill warrant
• Approve Jo Ann Rose’s superannuation retirement with $4,069.50 monthly allowance
• Recover $185.75 overpayment from Edward Haley’s estate
• Accept $62.38 transfer request from Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System for Melaney Jenkins

The Hull Contributory Retirement Board unanimously approved a proposal from Sacco & Collins P.C. to continue legal services for five years, with an option to extend to seven years. The Board also authorized a $400,000 liquidation from PRIT to fund the August payroll and accepted three new Group 1 members into the retirement system. Payroll calculations for a retiring employee and a $62.38 transfer request to the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement Board were approved unanimously.

• Approved Sacco & Collins legal services contract (5‑year, unanimous)
• Authorized $400,000 liquidation from PRIT for August payroll (unanimous)
• Accepted Ian MacDonald into retirement system (unanimous)
• Accepted Max Goldenberg into retirement system (unanimous)
• Accepted Vienna Steiner into retirement system (unanimous)
• Approved payroll calculation for Jo Ann Rose (unanimous)
• Approved $62.38 transfer request to Teachers’ Retirement Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 29, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Board unanimously approved Condition 30 for the 197 Nantasket (Paragon) construction plans. Condition 38 for the Paragon dog run was approved by a 6‑1 vote. The Board also voted to continue the review of the 120 Nantasket/Aquarium Residences lighting plan until the September 10 meeting and elected C. Shulte as the Board’s point person for MAPC communications.

• Approved Condition 30 (197 Nantasket) construction plans, unanimous (9:48 PM)
• Approved Condition 38 (Paragon dog run) operations & maintenance plan, 6‑1 vote
• Continued review of 120 Nantasket/Aquarium Residences lighting plan until Sept 10, unanimous
• Elected C. Shulte as point person to communicate with MAPC on behalf of the Board
• Adjourned meeting at 10:41 PM

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss the Master Plan with MAPC and review survey results. The board is also reviewing architectural and management plans for Paragon Dunes and lighting at 120 Nantasket.

• Master Plan Steering Committee discussion with MAPC
• Paragon Dunes Architectural Review
• Paragon Dunes Dog Walk Operations & Management Plan Review
• 120 Nantasket Pool Lights Review
• Chapter 91 Planning Board Letter

The Hull Planning Board met via Zoom and received an update from MAPC on the town's Master Plan, including a draft visioning survey to be released soon. The board also reviewed the Paragon Dunes design review and the status of Special Permit Conditions #30 and #38. No formal votes, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting.

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting to decide on permit applications for new sheds, decks, driveways, and house modifications. The agenda includes requests for determinations of applicability, notices of intent, and certificates of compliance for various properties. The meeting will also discuss ongoing work and sea level rise observations.

• 1 Alden Street: Install 10’ x 14’ shed (Scott Shikora)
• 36K Street: Construct new deck 13’ x 14’ (Kevin Commick)
• 158 Newport Road: Install asphalt driveway approx 500 ft (Joshua Cooper)
• 27 Ocean Ave: Elevate existing house with garage under, proposed deck, A/C pad, and permeable driveway (Amy & Peter Coumounduros, continued)
• 27 Street: Demolish existing home, rebuild FEMA compliant house (Eric Doherty)

The commission approved Orders of Conditions with a perpetual permeable‑driveway requirement for 27 Ocean Ave and 27 T St, and for an addition at 28 Belmont St. It also approved Certificates of Compliance for 18 Bay View St and 31 Belmont St, denied a SOOC for 38 Channel St, and approved the meeting minutes before adjourning.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 27 Ocean Ave (all aye)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 27 T St (all aye)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 28 Belmont St (all aye)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for 18 Bay View St (all aye)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for 31 Belmont St (all aye)
• Denied SOOC for 38 Channel St (commission denial)
• Approved minutes for 8/12 (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will convene on August 21, 2025, at 6:30 PM in Hull Town Hall. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, reports, and discussions with no formal decisions scheduled. Items include approval of past meeting minutes, Light Plant Manager’s and Operations Manager’s reports, and several discussion topics such as a PILOT process, decorative lighting, and micro-grid planning.

The Light Board unanimously tabled the minutes from July 17 and August 4, 2025. It also unanimously voted to include the Board’s Op‑Ed in the official minutes. Commissioners approved the creation of an Electrical Capacity Planning Task Force and agreed to seek MMWEC education on microgrids. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Table July 17 and August 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Include Board Op‑Ed in the minutes (unanimous)
• Form Electrical Capacity Planning Task Force (Cannon, Vaillancourt) (unanimous)
• Request MMWEC education on microgrids and connect Vaillancourt with Cannon (agreed)
• Adjourn meeting at 9:51 PM (unanimous)

Select Board

This agenda contains only the agenda itself and a packet of documents, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion. It appears to be procedural boilerplate.

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 30, 2025 meeting. It then adopted the Order of Taking for the patios at 31 Beach Avenue and 33 Malta Street, authorizing $7,100 awards to each homeowner and directing the Town Manager to sign the order. The vote on the Order was 4‑1‑0.

• Approved minutes of July 30, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Order of Taking for 31 Beach Avenue and 33 Malta Street, authorized $7,100 awards per homeowner, vote 4-1-0

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports from Conservation and the Select Board. Discussions include old business regarding a waterfront access points study and piping plovers.

• Waterfront Access Points Study
• Piping Plovers discussion
• Conservation Report
• Select Board Report
• Beach Community Action Group

Community Preservation Committee

The Hull Community Preservation Committee will hold a remote meeting on August 18, 2025, at 6:30 pm via Zoom. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including approval of past meeting minutes and review of outstanding invoices. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

The committee unanimously elected Tammy Best as chair, Nathan Payton as vice chair, and Rachel Kelly as treasurer. It also unanimously approved the April 7 and June 2 meeting minutes and approved payment to Carol Costello for administrative services. The group agreed to draft a mutual agreement for contributing approximately $500,000 to the affordable housing trust fund.

• Elected Tammy Best as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Nathan Payton as vice chair (unanimous)
• Elected Rachel Kelly as treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved April 7, 2025 CPC meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2025 public forum minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Carol Costello for administrative services June‑August 2025 (unanimous)
• Noted annual Coalition fee already paid (no vote required)
• Agreed to draft mutual agreement for $500,000 affordable housing trust fund contribution

No Place for Hate Committee

The No Place for Hate Committee will meet virtually to review reports and plan upcoming events. The agenda includes a discussion with Select Board Chair Nesoff regarding a potential public information session on town policy toward ICE.

• Discussion on possible public information session on town policy toward ICE
• Treasurer's report
• Committee reorganization
• Planning for upcoming events

Planning Board

The Board approved an amendment to the subdivision map that transfers 2,430 square feet from 14 Standish Road to 10 Standish Road, with a 6‑0‑1 vote. It also approved a letter responding to the Chapter 91 license application for Paragon Dunes. Board officers were elected and several committee appointments were confirmed.

• Approved ANR land transfer for 14 Standish Road (6-0-1)
• Approved letter to be sent on Paragon Dunes Chapter 91 application (unanimous)
• Elected Jeanne Paquin as Chair of the Planning Board (majority vote)
• Appointed Abby Klieman as Clerk (unanimous)
• Appointed Chandelle Schulte as Planning Board liaison to MAPC (unanimous)
• Appointed Nathan Peyton to the Community Preservation Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Abby Klieman to the Zoning Bylaw Committee (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jeanne Paquin to the Capital Improvement Committee (unanimous)

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee’s August 12, 2025 meeting is a procedural session with no concrete decisions or discussions posted. The agenda only lists approval of prior minutes and general project prioritization without details.

Affordable Housing Committee

The committee approved the July 10 meeting minutes with two abstentions. Kate Barclay was elected chair of the Affordable Housing Committee by unanimous vote. Cynthia Koebert was elected clerk, Ed Parsons elected co‑chair, and Bob Pahl was appointed the AHC representative to the Hull Community Housing Trust fund, all unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 10, 2025 minutes (2 abstentions)
• Elected Kate Barclay as AHC chair (unanimous)
• Elected Cynthia Koebert as clerk (unanimous)
• Elected Ed Parsons as co‑chair (unanimous)
• Elected Bob Pahl as AHC rep to HCHT fund (unanimous)

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The Weir River Estuary Park Committee met remotely on August 12, 2025. The meeting covered housekeeping items, updates on the Trail to Straits Pond Island, waterfront‑access study representation, kiosk replacement, water‑quality monitoring, and a grant proposal. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes. The committee prepared for its next meeting.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hear 11 property-related requests, including shed installations, driveway paving, deck extensions, and bulkhead rehabilitation, as well as compliance reviews for multifamily housing construction. The meeting will also address procedural items like minutes approval and scheduling a special meeting for enforcement guidance.

• Install 10’ x 14’ shed at 1 Alden Street (Scott Shikora)
• Install 9’ x 18’ cobble paver driveway at 65 Edgewater Road (Kevin Breen)
• Extend existing deck to 8’ x 14’ at 77 Manomet Ave (James & Stepanie Popkin)
• Install steps, landing, and HVAC platform at 122 Manomet Ave (Richard Roseman)
• Partial demolition and 21 multifamily residences at 120 Nantasket Ave (SE35-1759)

The Hull Conservation Commission continued the hearing for the 1 Alden Street shed project and issued negative determinations for several residential improvements. It approved Orders of Conditions for bulkhead work at 95 Edgewater Road and for an addition and deck at 85 Edgewater Road. A Certificate of Compliance was granted for the 120 Nantasket Avenue multifamily demolition.

• Continue hearing for 1 Alden St project until 8/26 (5‑0 aye)
• Issue negative determination with perpetual permeable‑paver condition for 65 Edgewater Rd (5‑0 aye)
• Issue negative determination for 77 Manomet Ave deck extension (5‑0 aye)
• Issue negative determination for 122 Manomet Ave steps and HVAC platform (4‑0 aye)
• Issue negative determination for Pemberton Pier portable restroom enclosure (5‑0 aye)
• Approve Order of Conditions for 95 Edgewater Rd bulkhead rehabilitation (3‑2 aye)
• Approve Order of Conditions for 85 Edgewater Rd addition and deck (4‑0 aye, 1 abstain)
• Issue Certificate of Compliance for 120 Nantasket Ave multifamily demolition (5‑0 aye)

Board of Assessors

The Hull Board of Assessors will meet at Hull Town Hall to review and act on minutes from prior meetings, discuss procedural forms, and review warrant reports. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss real estate abatements and an ATB case.

• Review minutes from June 24, 2025 and July 23, 2025 meetings
• Review FY26 Preliminary Warrants
• Review Motor Vehicle Excise Warrant
• Enter executive session to discuss Real Estate Abatements and ATB case

The Board accepted the minutes from June 24 and July 23, 2025. It welcomed new member Rochelle Terranova. The Board reviewed and signed the motor vehicle excise warrant and the revised Real Estate and CPA Warrants for Fiscal Year 2026, then entered and later exited an executive session. The meeting was adjourned.

• Accepted minutes of June 24, 2025 (all in favor)
• Accepted minutes of July 23, 2025 (all in favor)
• Welcomed new board member Rochelle Terranova (all in favor)
• Signed motor vehicle excise warrant for fourth commitment (all in favor)
• Signed revised Real Estate and CPA Warrants for FY 2026 (all in favor)
• Entered executive session to discuss Real Estate Abatements and ATB cases (all in favor)
• Returned to open meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to review a director's report and discuss the needs of the Senior Center and community. The body will also provide an update on a requested meeting with the Select Board.

• Update on letter to Select Board requesting a meeting
• Discussion of short- and long-term needs of the Senior Center and community

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission will review the restoration of the Ft Revere Water Tower and its nomination for the National Registry of Historical Assets. The commission will also discuss updating the process for historical markers on homes and a nomination for an endangered historical property.

• Update on Ft Revere Water Tower restoration
• Nomination of Ft Revere Water Tower for National Registry of Historical Assets
• Revisions to historical marker application instructions on the HHC website
• PM Preservation’s nomination for Endangered Historical Property
• Correction of information on the Massachusetts Cultural Resource Information System (MACRIS)

The Hull Historical Commission approved the July 2025 meeting minutes, with all members present voting in favor. The commission received an update on the Fort Revere Water Tower renovation but took no action. Recommendations to revise MACRIS narratives for the tower and Telegraph Hill were discussed, with final authority residing with the State Historical Preservation Officer. A proposal for a wrought‑iron fence and lighting was presented, but no decision or funding approval was made.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous approval by all present)

Economic Development Committee

The committee approved the July 1 meeting minutes. An initiatives tracker was introduced and a Marketing & Branding sub‑team was formed. Members discussed small and larger projects, business support, waterfront ideas, and funding options, but no additional actions were formally decided.

• Approved July 1 meeting minutes

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will review M.G.L. c. 164 and Town Meeting Article 37. The board will also discuss the structuring of voluntary payments (PILOT).

• Overview of M.G.L. c. 164 and 2025 Annual Town Meeting Article 37
• Structuring of Hull Municipal Light Plant Voluntary Payment (PILOT)
• Executive session regarding Spinnaker Island Infrastructure
• Executive session regarding litigation: Hull Municipal Light Plant v. Department of Public Utilities

The Light Board reviewed statutory authority, the proposed Article 37 governance change, and a draft PILOT policy. No votes were taken; the board noted next steps such as counsel providing comments on the PILOT policy and exploring a special‑act route for Article 37.

Select Board

The board approved the application for an All Alcohol and Entertainment License for MCCMartini, Inc. dba Boathouse Bistro Beachfront. It also approved a $351,158 transfer from the health insurance appropriation to cover departmental deficits. The board rejected an amendment to the July 23 minutes that would have added a statement from Tom Burns. Additional appointments were made and a community gala day was approved.

• Approved All Alcohol and Entertainment License for Boathouse Bistro Beachfront (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 year‑end transfer of $351,158 from health insurance appropriation (unanimous)
• Rejected amendment to July 23 minutes to include Tom Burns’ statement (2‑3‑0)
• Appointed Jason McCann as Select Board liaison to Plymouth County Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Appointed DPW Director Chris Gardner to South Shore Recycling Collaborative Board (unanimous)
• Approved Green Hill Improvement Association Gala Day on Aug 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to approve financial warrants and review personnel changes. The board will discuss new employees, payroll updates, and requests for transfers and refunds.

• Approval and signing of July 2025 Bill Warrant and Payroll Warrant
• Review of new employees
• Payroll changes
• Transfer requests
• Refund requests

The board unanimously approved the July bill and payroll warrants and authorized a $375,000 liquidation from PRIT to fund the July payroll. It accepted new employee Matthew O’Sullivan into the retirement system, approved retirement calculations for two retirees, and approved several transfer and rollover requests. The board also voted to place approximately $4 million into the Prim General Allocation Account and set the next meeting for August 27, 2025.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 Bill and Payroll Warrants (unanimous)
• Authorized $375,000 liquidation from PRIT for July payroll (unanimous)
• Accepted Matthew O’Sullivan into Hull Retirement System (unanimous)
• Approved retirement calculation for Joanne Pearson (unanimous)
• Approved transfer request for Michael De Lacy ($6,302.35) (unanimous)
• Approved rollover request for Mary Sweeney ($20,837.93) (unanimous)
• Approved placing approximately $4 million into Prim General Allocation Account (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss specific property updates. The board is reviewing signage for Gully’s Tattoo and Goods and construction plans for Wayfarer.

• Gully’s Tattoo and Goods signage in Kenberma
• Wayfarer construction plan review

The Design Review Board voted unanimously to agree that Procopio’s final construction plans for the Wayfarer project are consistent with the approved plans. The board postponed approval of pending items because J. Parker and K. Locke were absent. It assigned actions to draft a letter to Gully’s Tattoo & Goods and to follow up with the Building Commissioner on the amended signage bylaw, and scheduled a preparatory discussion for the August meeting. The meeting was adjourned without objection.

• Unanimously agreed final construction plans for Wayfarer project are consistent with approved plans
• Postponed approval of pending items due to absent members J. Parker & K. Locke
• T. Burns to draft and hand‑deliver a letter with DRB questions/comments to Gully’s Tattoo & Goods
• T. Burns to contact Building Commissioner about enforcement of the amended signage bylaw
• Add preparatory discussion on signage bylaw enforcement to August 14 DRB meeting agenda
• Motion to adjourn passed without objection

Select Board

The Board voted unanimously to change Surfside district parking to a one‑hour limit, renewable once for a maximum of two hours, and gave the Police Department authority to locate 15‑minute spaces. It also unanimously appointed several residents to town committees and boards, and approved a one‑day wine and malt license for the Hull Lifesaving Museum. All actions were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved Surfside parking change to 1‑hour renewable (unanimous)
• Appointed Rochelle Terranova to Board of Assessors (unanimous)
• Reappointed Richard Hennessey to Zoning Board of Appeals (3‑year term, unanimous)
• Appointed Edwin Parsons to permanent Zoning Board seat (unanimous)
• Appointed Rebecca Rogers to alternate Zoning Board seat (unanimous)
• Appointed Jason Earl and Leslie Taylor to 100% Clean Energy Climate Action Committee (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day wine and malt license for Hull Lifesaving Museum (unanimous)
• Reappointed Bruce Edgren to Historic District Commission (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board. The body will discuss the appointment of Rochelle Terranova to fill a vacant seat until the May 2026 Annual Town Election.

• Appointment discussion for Rochelle Terranova to fill a vacant seat

The Board of Assessors, meeting jointly with the Select Board, appointed Rochelle Terranova to the vacant seat on the Board of Assessors. The motion was made by Jerry Taverna, seconded by Greg Grey, and passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

• Appointed Rochelle Terranova to Board of Assessors (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee met remotely on July 22, 2025 and reviewed agenda items including trail updates, waterfront access, kiosk replacement, water quality monitoring, and a grant study. The minutes do not document any approvals, denials, votes, or other formal actions. Consequently, no decisions were formally recorded.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several Notices of Intent for residential and municipal construction. The body is deciding on permits for shoreline work, home additions, and decks, and will consider certificates of compliance for completed projects.

• Repairs to the Main St Seawall adjacent to pump house #9
• Bulkhead rehabilitation and foundation sealing at 95 Edgewater Road
• 500 sq ft addition and 400 sq ft deck at 85 Edgewater Road
• Remodel of house, porch, parking, driveway, and fencing at 435 Newport Road
• Discussion regarding a removable structure by Pemberton Pier

The Hull Conservation Commission continued the review of applications for 1 Alden Street, 95 Edgewater Road, 85 Edgewater Road, and other projects until August 12. It approved Orders of Conditions for the Main St Seawall, 605 Nantasket Ave, 15 Packard Ave (with a setback and permeable‑paver requirement), 123 Kingsley Road, and 245 Beach Ave. These decisions require additional information, surveys, or specific construction conditions before work may proceed.

• Continued 1 Alden Street application until 8/12 (LS, DD, TB, SC, PW ayes)
• Continued 95 Edgewater Road application until 8/12 (LS, DD, TB, PW ayes; SC abstained)
• Issued Order of Conditions for Main St Seawall (LS, DD, TB, SC, PW ayes)
• Continued 85 Edgewater Road application until 8/12 (LS, DD, TB, SC, PW ayes)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 605 Nantasket Ave (LS, DD, TB, SC, PW ayes)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 15 Packard Ave with 3‑ft setback and perpetual permeable pavers (LS, SC, TB, DD, PW ayes)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 123 Kingsley Road (PW, SC, TB, DD, LS ayes)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 245 Beach Ave (SC, TB, PW, DD, LS ayes)

Historic District Commission

The Hull Historic District Commission will meet to review minutes and discuss two properties on Highland Avenue. The commission is holding a public hearing for 95 Highland Ave. and reviewing a revised design for 73 Highland.

• Public hearing for 95 Highland Ave.
• Review of revised design for 73 Highland

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will meet to discuss budget updates, the PILOT discussion process, and the status of the National Grid Transmission Line. The board is scheduled to vote on the employment of winter generators for the 2025-2026 season.

• Vote on employment of 2025-2026 Winter Generators
• Budget updates
• PILOT discussion process
• National Grid Transmission Line —Hull 1 status
• Decorative Lighting - Kenberma

The Light Board unanimously approved the April 17 and May 29, 2025 meeting minutes and approved the June 12, 2025 minutes with one abstention. The board agreed to pursue a Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) orientation in the fall of 2025. Detailed discussion of the proposed PILOT Payment Policy was deferred until the board meets with counsel Nick Scobbo for guidance.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved May 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote after correction to address reference)
• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (aye: Vaillancourt, Burns, Cannon, Landry; abstain: Ciccariello)
• Agreed to pursue MMWEC board orientation in fall 2025
• Deferred detailed discussion of the proposed PILOT Payment Policy (consensus to wait for counsel guidance)

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee approved the June 24, 2025 meeting notes. The group discussed the capital asset inventory, clarified that capital funds apply to existing assets, and planned a first‑draft spreadsheet of the inventory to be prepared by Carl Katzeff. Upcoming meetings were scheduled for August 26, 2025 and thereafter on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays each month.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting notes (no vote tally recorded)

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The committee is holding a Summer Forum to discuss beach maintenance and community partnerships. The meeting focuses on organizing cleanup efforts and supporting the Department of Public Works.

• Partnering with the Beautification Committee for a Spring Cleanup
• Formation of a community group to organize beach cleanups for man-made trash
• Discussion on supporting the DPW

The Beach Management Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its July 15, 2025 meeting. The motion to adjourn was adopted unanimously. The committee scheduled its next meeting for August 19, 2025 at 6 p.m. at Hull Town Hall. Approved minutes will be posted on the town’s Beach Management Advisory Committee webpage.

• Approved July 15 BMAC minutes (unanimous vote)
• Motion to adjourn adopted unanimously
• Scheduled next BMAC meeting for August 19, 2025 at 6 p.m.
• Approved posting of BMAC minutes on town website after approval

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review the application process for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds. The body will also discuss recruiting trustees for the housing trust and brainstorm the committee's role regarding rental housing stock.

• Application process and timeline for CPA funds
• Request to post job description for housing trust trustees in August 2025
• Discussion on Hull's rental housing stock and AHC scope
• Planning for Endless Summer and September 6 outreach

The committee approved the April 29, 2026 and June 24, 2025 meeting minutes with one abstention. New members were designated: Lisa Boretti for the Hull Housing Authority and Amy Whitcomb Slemmer as the Wellspring representative. The town will post a job description and seek residents for three at‑large trustee seats, and the Special Projects sub‑committee will meet to identify naturally occurring affordable housing units. The AHC also received unanimous consent to staff a table at the Endless Summer event and added an agenda item to elect officers and a HCHT fund designee at the next meeting.

• Approved April 29, 2026 and June 24, 2025 minutes (1 abstention)
• Designated Lisa Boretti as Hull Housing Authority member of AHC
• Appointed Amy Whitcomb Slemmer as Wellspring representative on AHC
• Town to post job description and conduct outreach for three at‑large trustee seats
• Special Projects sub‑committee to meet via Zoom to review rental‑unit list for NOAH identification
• Unanimous consent to have an AHC table at Endless Summer event on Sept 6
• Added agenda item to elect officers and HCHT fund designee at next meeting (unanimous)
• AHC representative will meet with CPC leadership about CPA funding for 2026 round

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission will review renovation plans for the Ft. Revere Water Tower to ensure historical standards are met. The body will also discuss the 250th Anniversary and a state survey application due in November 2025.

• Review of Ft. Revere Water Tower renovation plans and status
• Discussion of the 250th Anniversary
• Article 21 Grant Matching Fund Account approved at recent ATM
• Pre-Application for Survey and Planning for the State Historic Preservation Office

The commission renewed the three‑year terms of Don Ritz and William Smyth. The May 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously. The question of listing the Fort Revere Water Tower on the National Register was placed on the August agenda. Mary Harrington volunteered to run the historic house plaque program and Steve Greenwood will contact a sign maker for cost information.

• Don Ritz and William Smyth renewed three-year terms (no vote recorded)
• May 2025 meeting minutes approved unanimously
• Fort Revere Water Tower National Register question added to August agenda
• Mary Harrington volunteered to lead historic house plaque program
• Steve Greenwood to contact a sign maker for plaque cost estimate

No Place for Hate Committee

The No Place for Hate Committee will meet to welcome new members and discuss the reorganization of the group. The committee will also make a decision regarding participation in Endless Summer.

• Decision on participating in Endless Summer
• Reorganization discussion
• Treasurer's report

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to plan for a Summer Forum scheduled for July 15 at 6pm. The agenda also includes reports from the Conservation and Select Board.

• Planning for Summer Forum on July 15
• Conservation Report
• Select Board Report

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold discussions regarding the Master Plan Steering Committee and seasonal community designations. The meeting includes updates on the Strawberry Hill Water Tower permitting and Paragon Dunes site conditions.

• Master Plan Steering Committee discussion
• Seasonal Community Designation discussion
• Strawberry Hill Water Tower permitting procedure update
• Paragon Dunes Site Condition
• DCR and Two-Way Road update

The Hull Planning Board approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 and June 11, 2025 meetings, each by unanimous vote. The scheduled reorganization was deferred because a member was absent. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of May 28, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 11, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Reorganization postponed (deferred)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider license amendments for live music and one-day alcohol permits. The board will also interview candidates for several town commissions and review requests for community events.

• Public hearing for PF Hospitality Inc. (Shipwreck’d) at 173 Main St to add live music to entertainment license
• One-day alcohol license request for Hull Yacht Club at Mariners park on July 19, 2025
• Request for South Shore '3 Beach Minimum' Half Marathon on September 27, 2025
• One-day wine and malt license for Hull Life Saving Museum on October 12, 2025
• Request for Agent Orange Day Ceremony at Hull Veterans Memorial on August 10, 2025

The Hull Select Board unanimously approved the minutes from June meetings, amended an entertainment license for Shipwreck’d to allow limited live music, and granted a one‑day alcohol license for the Hull Yacht Club Croquet Tournament. It also approved the Agent Orange Day ceremony, appointed new members to historic and veteran commissions, and authorized the “3 Beach Minimum” half‑marathon event pending permits.

• Approved June 11, 25, 26 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Amended Shipwreck’d entertainment license with restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved Agent Orange Day ceremony at Hull Veterans Memorial (unanimous)
• Granted one‑day alcohol license for Hull Yacht Club Croquet Tournament with police detail (unanimous)
• Appointed Tristan Houlihan as alternate on Historic District Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Don Ritz and William Smyth, and appointed James Curran to Historical Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Christopher Lassiter to Veteran’s Council (unanimous)
• Approved John Donlon’s “3 Beach Minimum” Half Marathon event, contingent on permits (unanimous)

Stormwater Authority

The Storm Water Authority will meet to review the authority's operations and consider a land disturbance permit application.

• Land Disturbance Permit Application for A. Gallagher at 15 Nantasket Ave (Map 41/Lot 13)

The Authority voted to approve the Land Disturbance Permit application for 15 Nantasket Avenue. The approval includes two special conditions that align with the Conservation Permit. All members present voted in favor and none opposed. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved Land Disturbance Permit for 15 Nantasket Ave with special conditions (all in favor, none opposed)

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and develop a prioritized list of projects for the next year.

• Approval of minutes from 6/10/2025 meeting
• Creation and prioritization of project list for upcoming year

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider several Notices of Intent for residential decks, patios, and additions. The body will also discuss town-led projects including seawall repairs and the removal of debris from Crescent Beach.

• Main St Seawall: Repairs to existing seawall adjacent to pump house #9
• Crescent Beach: Removal of abandoned vessels and debris
• 85 Edgewater Road: Proposal for 500 sq ft addition and 400 sq ft deck
• 15 Packard Ave: Installation of permeable paver walkway and patio
• North Nantasket Beach: Emergency certification for seaweed removal

The commission voted not to ratify the emergency certification for the North Nantasket Beach seaweed cleanup. It issued a negative determination for the 19 Coburn Street patio with a condition to add measurements. A Certificate of Compliance was approved for 78 Samoset Avenue. Several permits were postponed for further review until July 22.

• Negative determination issued for 19 Coburn St patio with condition to add measurements (passed)
• Motion to continue review of 95 Edgewater Rd bulkhead project until 7/22 (passed)
• Motion to continue review of Main St seawall repairs until 7/22 (passed)
• Motion to continue review of 85 Edgewater Rd addition and deck until 7/22 (passed)
• Motion to continue review of 605 Nantasket Ave deck until 7/22 (passed)
• Motion to continue review of 15 Packard Ave walkway/patio until 7/22 (passed)
• Certificate of Compliance issued for 78 Samoset Ave addition (passed)
• Motion to ratify emergency certification for North Nantasket Beach seaweed removal failed (did not pass)

Opioid Task Force Committee

The Opioid Task Force Committee will meet to discuss sober events in Hull and receive a school update. The committee is scheduled to vote on the use of funds.

• Vote on use of funds
• Discussion of sober events in Hull
• School update

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to discuss the short-term and long-term needs of the Senior Center and the Hull community. The body will also review updates regarding the use of the Memorial School and an Age-Friendly Community application.

• Update on COA letter to Town regarding Memorial School use
• Update on Age-Friendly Community application
• Recap of inaugural Master Plan Steering Committee meeting
• Discussion of short-term and long-term needs of the Senior Center/Community

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet remotely to handle reorganization and review previous meeting minutes. The body will discuss future projects, goals, and member updates.

• Committee reorganization
• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of future projects and goals

The Economic Development Committee appointed Susan Vermilya as chair, Steven Greenberg as vice chair, and Jen Mullin as clerk. Jim Ianiri was named the designee to the Master Plan Committee. The committee set its meetings for the first Tuesday of each month, starting August 5. Action items were approved to contact Kenberma area property owners and to investigate business‑center structures and pricing in nearby towns.

• Appointed Susan Vermilya as chair
• Appointed Steven Greenberg as vice chair
• Appointed Jen Mullin as clerk
• Designated Jim Ianiri to the Master Plan Committee
• Scheduled monthly meetings for the first Tuesday, next on Aug 5
• Approved outreach to Kenberma area property owners
• Approved investigation of business‑center structures and pricing in surrounding towns

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet remotely to handle reorganization and review previous meeting minutes. The body will discuss future goals and projects and receive updates from members.

• Committee reorganization
• Discussion of future projects and goals
• Member updates and suggestions

The committee appointed Susan Vermilya as chair, Steven Greenberg as vice chair, and Jen Mullin as clerk. Jim Ianiri was named the designee to the Master Plan Committee and the next meeting was scheduled for August 5, 2025. Action items include reaching out to Kenberma property owners, investigating business‑center pricing, and Jim Pitrolo creating a business‑process flow chart and pamphlet.

• Appointed Susan Vermilya as chair
• Appointed Steven Greenberg as vice chair
• Appointed Jen Mullin as clerk
• Designated Jim Ianiri as Master Plan Committee designee
• Scheduled next meeting for August 5, 2025
• Assigned Jim Pitrolo to develop a business‑process flow chart and pamphlet

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission will review renovation plans for the Ft Revere Water Tower to ensure historical standards are met. The body will also discuss the town's 250th Anniversary and nominate a member for the Town of Hull Master Plan.

• Review of Ft Revere Water Tower renovation plans and status
• Nomination of a committee member for the Town of Hull Master Plan
• Discussion of the 250th Anniversary
• Article 21 — Grant Matching Fund Account approved at recent ATM
• Pre-Application for Survey and Planning for submission to the State Historic Preservation Office

Select Board

The Select Board will meet remotely to discuss a request from Bayside Marketing Systems, Inc. regarding operating hours. The request concerns licenses for the business located at 50 George Washington Blvd.

• Request to open on Tuesdays from July 1st through August 26th, 2025, from 9:00 am – 11:00 pm for a Seasonal All Alcohol License
• Request to open on Tuesdays from July 1st through August 26th, 2025, from 9:00 am – 11:00 pm for a Common Victualer License

Select Board

The Select Board is conducting a retreat focused on internal organization and planning. The meeting consists of a workshop and a review of town goals and objectives.

• Team building exercise and workshop with Betsy Cowan of Neptune Consulting
• Review and update of Integrated Goals and Objectives 2024-2025
• Update and prioritization of Integrated Goals and Objectives 2025-2026

The Hull Select Board held a retreat on June 26, 2025 to reflect on the past year, review integrated goals, and identify priority areas for the upcoming year. Members discussed topics such as economic development, transportation, housing, open space, capital planning, resiliency, communications, finance, and regional engagement, but no votes, approvals, or formal actions were recorded. The meeting was informational and preparatory, with staff tasked to continue drafting and reviewing documents.

Historic District Commission

The Hull Historic District Commission will conduct public hearings regarding properties at 73, 103, and 95 Highland Ave. The Town Planner will also lead a discussion on the Fort Revere Tower and the Village Fire Station/Town Hall.

• Public hearing for 73 Highland Ave
• Public hearing for 103 Highland Ave
• Pre-hearing for 95 Highland Ave
• Discussion of Fort Revere Tower
• Discussion of Village Fire Station/Town Hall

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to begin the Master Plan process with consultants from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC). The board will also discuss the landfill and flexible plan development.

• Master Plan kickoff with MAPC consultants
• Strawberry Hill Water Tower permitting procedure update
• Paragon Dunes site condition
• DCR and two-way road update
• Landfill discussion

The Hull Planning Board held a kickoff meeting with the Metropolitan Arca Planning Council to begin the town's Master Plan process. Members discussed the role of the Steering Committee, community‑engagement plans, and timelines. The Board set the next meeting for July 16 at 6:30 p.m. and indicated a preference for a consistent day and time, with a possible hybrid format. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Set next meeting for July 16 at 6:30 p.m. (no vote recorded)
• Discussed adopting a regular meeting schedule and hybrid format (no formal vote)

Select Board

The board unanimously approved a one‑day alcohol license for the Blessing of the Fleet at Mariners Park, accepted the Shark Policy Draft, and authorized a road closure for a block party. It also appointed new members to several committees, including Susan Vermilya to the Economic Development Committee and new members to the No Place for Hate, Park and Recreation, and Beach Management Advisory committees. All listed committee reappointments were confirmed unanimously.

• Approved one‑day alcohol license for Blessing of the Fleet (unanimous)
• Accepted Shark Policy Draft (unanimous)
• Approved road closure for block party on July 26 (unanimous)
• Appointed Susan Vermilya to Economic Development Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Christine Chichello and Meryl Johnson to No Place for Hate Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Greg Grey and Ed Whelan to Park and Recreation Commission (3-0-1)
• Appointed Valerio Romano to Beach Management Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Irwin Nesoff as Select Board designee to Affordable Housing Committee (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Committee

The committee is discussing the implementation of the Hull Community Housing Trust fund approved on May 7, 2025. The meeting includes planning for trustee recruitment and the application process for CPA funds.

• Request to post job description for housing trust trustees in August 2025
• Technical assistance expectations from Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP)
• Application process and timeline for CPA funds
• Strategic planning and leadership transition

The Affordable Housing Committee met on June 24, 2025, but only four of nine members were present, so a quorum was not achieved. Consequently, the review of the April 29, 2025 draft minutes was tabled. No other actions were formally approved, though members discussed a job description, technical assistance, and potential funding sources for future work.

• Tabled review of April 29, 2025 draft minutes (no vote)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review the Motor Vehicle Excise Warrant and FY26 Preliminary Warrants. The board will also discuss a vacancy on the board and review monthly abatement reports.

• Discussion of Board vacancy
• Review of Motor Vehicle Excise Warrant
• Review of FY26 Preliminary Warrants
• Review of Monthly Abatement Reports
• Executive session to discuss Real Estate and Personal Property Abatements and Exemption Applications

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved a recommendation to appoint Rochelle Terranova to the Select Board. They reviewed and signed the motor vehicle excise warrant and the Real Estate, Personal Property, and CPA warrants for Fiscal Year 2026. The Board entered an executive session to discuss abatement applications, then returned to the open meeting and adjourned.

• Approved recommendation to appoint Rochelle Terranova to the Select Board (all in favor)
• Signed motor vehicle excise warrant for the third commitment
• Signed Real Estate, Personal Property, and CPA warrants for FY 2026
• Entered executive session to discuss Real Estate and Personal Property abatement applications (all in favor)
• Returned to open meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several requests for determination of applicability and notices of intent. Discussions include town-led environmental projects and various private residential property modifications.

• Town of Hull proposal to restore and construct a vegetated dune for flood control near 27 Ocean Ave
• Town of Hull request to remove abandoned vessels and debris at Crescent Beach
• Notice of Intent for a 2-story house, porch, deck, and permeable surfaces at 7-O St
• Notice of Intent for bulkhead rehabilitation and foundation sealing at 95 Edgewater Road
• Request for determination of applicability for a new permeable paver walkway and patio at 15 Packard Ave

The Conservation Commission voted to approve positive determinations for debris removal at Crescent Beach and for paving and fence projects at 15 Packard Ave and 245 Beach Ave. It also issued Orders of Conditions for 7 M Street, 7 O Street, and the Ocean Ave Berm Project, and postponed the 95 Edgewater Road bulkhead review to the July 8 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 PM.

• Approved positive determination for Crescent Beach debris removal (6‑0)
• Approved positive determination for 15 Packard Ave permeable paver project (6‑0)
• Approved positive determination for 245 Beach Ave fence in AO zone (6‑0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 7 M Street, requiring perpetual permeable patio (6‑0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 7 O Street, requiring permeable driveway and runoff mitigation (5‑0, 1 abstain)
• Issued Order of Conditions for Ocean Ave Berm Project to build 180‑ft flood‑resistant berm (6‑0)
• Continued review of 95 Edgewater Road bulkhead project to July 8 meeting (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:29 PM (6‑0)

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will meet to review planning policies, processes, and the town asset list. The body will also work to finalize capital request worksheets and discuss planning tools.

• Review of Capital Improvement Planning Policies & Process
• Review of Town Asset List
• Finalization of Capital Request Worksheet
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Planning Tools

Hull Clean Energy Climate Action Committee

The committee will discuss high performance, net-zero construction and building codes and standards. The meeting also includes a review of the Hull Times and scheduling for future committee meetings.

• High Performance, Net-Zero construction
• Building Codes and Standards overview
• Approval of old minutes
• Scheduling for the CECAC

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review the Annual Town Meeting and discuss strategic planning for a municipal engagement initiative. The body will also discuss next steps for the Hull Community Housing Trust fund and MHP Technical Assistance.

• Annual Town Meeting Affordable Housing debriefing
• AHC- Municipal Engagement Initiative and strategic planning
• Hull Community Housing Trust fund — MHP Technical Assistance

Opioid Task Force Committee

The Opioid Task Force Committee will meet to discuss sober events in Hull and receive a school update. The committee is scheduled to vote on the use of funds.

• Vote on use of funds
• Discussion of sober events in Hull
• School update

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a presentation from Chris Krahforst regarding a proposed Cumulative Harm Bylaw for next year's Town Meeting. Members will also discuss beach management issues including piping plovers and waterfront access.

• Presentation on Cumulative Harm Bylaw by Chris Krahforst
• Waterfront Access Points Study
• Piping plovers situation and July 4th plans
• Planning for a Summer Forum on July 15 at the Senior Center
• Formation of a subcommittee to plan the summer forum

The Beach Management Advisory Committee unanimously approved the March, April, and May meeting minutes. The committee accepted the resignation of member Peter Pyclik. A Summer Forum was scheduled to replace the regular July 15 meeting and will be held at the Senior Center. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March & April minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved May minutes (unanimous vote)
• Accepted resignation of member Peter Pyclik
• Scheduled Summer Forum at Senior Center in place of July 15 meeting
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review short-term and long-term needs for the Senior Center, including a 2022 Needs Assessment presentation. The body will also discuss the South Shore Elder Services Draft Area Plan on Aging 2026-2029 and the Town of Hull Master Plan.

• Review of 2022 presentation to BoS on Needs Assessment
• Discussion of South Shore Elder Services Draft Area Plan on Aging 2026-2029
• Review of Town of Hull Master Plan
• Update on field trip to Memorial School
• Discussion of Age Friendly Designation and Elderly Tax Credit Program

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will continue a public hearing regarding a petition by Edmund P. and Peggy L. Chaput. The petitioners are appealing a decision by the Building Commissioner to deny a request for zoning enforcement at 296 Newport Road.

• Public hearing continuation for 296 Newport Road regarding Home Occupation and Single Family Residence District permitted uses
• Acceptance of July-December 2025 schedule
• Review of Rules & Regulations

The Zoning Board heard the Chaputs' appeal of a building‑commissioner denial for 296 Newport Road. After discussion, a motion was made to propose a Finding of Fact that the property is located in a single‑family residence district. The minutes do not record a vote tally or final approval of the motion.

• Motion to propose Finding of Fact that 296 Newport Road is in a single‑family residence district (outcome not recorded)

Retirement Board

The Hull Retirement Board will hold a meeting on June 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in Town Hall, 253 Atlantic Ave. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from May 27, 2025, an executive session, approving payroll warrants for June 2025, and discussing new employees and general updates. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

The board approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes and the recent audit. It entered and later exited executive session to discuss a disability retirement case, then voted to deny sending Deborah Gibbons’s application to a medical panel. The board also approved the June payroll warrants, authorized a $275,000 liquidation for payroll, accepted a new employee, and changed the Mass PRIM maintenance balance to $2 million effective July 1.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved and signed the audit (unanimous)
• Entered and exited executive session to discuss disability retirement (unanimous)
• Denied sending Deborah Gibbons’s disability retirement application to a medical panel (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 Bill and Payroll Warrants (unanimous)
• Authorized $275,000 liquidation from PRIT for June payroll
• Accepted new employee Joshua Paula into Hull Retirement System (unanimous)
• Changed Mass PRIM maintenance balance to $2 million effective July 1, 2025 (unanimous)

Light Board

The Board will review reports on electrical infrastructure and plant operations. Discussions include a citizen's petition from the Annual Town Meeting and a proposed joint DPW/MLP facility. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation involving the Department of Public Utilities.

• Spinnaker Island Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance
• PILOT Payment Structure
• Summer Shut-Off Policy
• Article 37 Annual Town Meeting Citizen’s Petition
• Proposed joint DPW/MLP facility

The Hull Municipal Light Plant Board unanimously approved the March 26, April 16, and the combined April 17 and May 29 meeting minutes. The board also voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy in Town of Hull v. Department of Public Utilities. No other substantive actions were approved at this meeting.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved holding April 17 and May 29 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss litigation strategy in Town of Hull v. Department of Public Utilities (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Permanent Sewer Commission will review the year-to-date budget for FY25 and discuss rates for FY26. The body will also receive updates on projects and Weir River water consumption and revenue.

• FY25 YTD Budget Review
• FY26 Rates
• Weir River Water Consumption/Revenue Update
• Projects Update
• PSC Minutes of January 29, 2025

The commission accepted the June 11 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a 2.5% increase in the sewer use rate for FY26, setting the rate at $19.01 per 100 cubic feet while keeping the base monthly rate at $30. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted June 11 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 sewer use rate of $19.01 per 100 cubic feet (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct interviews and appointments for the Master Plan. The body will also discuss flexible plan development and zoning parking requirements.

• Master Plan applicant interviews and appointment
• Zoning discussion regarding parking requirements
• Flexible Plan Development discussion
• Board reorganization

The Planning Board appointed Steven Greenberg, Liz Kay, and Susan Vermilya as At‑Large members of the Master Plan Steering Committee. The nomination of Dan Kiernan was withdrawn and not appointed. The Board also approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Appointed Steven Greenberg to Master Plan Steering Committee (vote 4-2-0)
• Appointed Liz Kay to Master Plan Steering Committee (unanimous vote)
• Appointed Susan Vermilya to Master Plan Steering Committee (unanimous vote)
• Withdrew Dan Kiernan nomination; no appointment made
• Approved May 14, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Select Board

The Select Board denied National Grid’s request to locate a gas main at 15 Kenton Avenue. It approved one‑day entertainment licenses for the Rooted in Hull Backyard BBQ (June 25 and September 6) and a malt‑only license for Vitamin Sea Brewing on September 13‑14. The Board also appointed Kevin Beck and Michael Hanks to the Veteran’s Council and adopted a suite of traffic‑safety measures for the railroad‑bed corridor, including one‑way traffic, speed‑limit signs, rubber speed bumps, parking restrictions, police enforcement authority, stop signs and a temporary traffic camera. All motions passed unanimously.

• Denied National Grid grant of location for 15 Kenton Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day entertainment license for Rooted in Hull Backyard BBQ on June 25 and September 6 (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day malt‑only license for Vitamin Sea Brewing on September 13‑14 (unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Beck to Veteran’s Council (July 1 2025‑June 30 2028) (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Hanks to Veteran’s Council (July 1 2025‑June 30 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved traffic‑safety measures for railroad‑bed area: one‑way northbound, 10 mph speed‑limit signs, rubber speed bumps, east‑side parking restriction, police enforcement authority, stop‑sign installation, and temporary traffic camera (unanimous)
• Approved speed‑limit reduction in Kenberma district from 30 mph to 20 mph (unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualer License for South Shore Taco Guy with revised hours (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will determine the applicability of projects at three addresses and review a Notice of Intent for seawall work. The body will also consider certificates of compliance and emergency seaweed removal.

• Determination of applicability for parking area at 122 Manomet Ave
• Determination of applicability for decking and pavers at 644 Nantasket Ave
• Determination of applicability for 5 soil borings at 765 Nantasket Ave (L Street Playground)
• Notice of Intent for seawall footings at 119 Edgewater Road
• Emergency certificates for seaweed removal from J St.-L St. & XYZ St to Bradford Ave

The commission voted to issue negative determinations with conditions for projects at 122 Manomet Ave, 644 Nantasket Ave, and 765 Nantasket Ave. It also continued the notice of intent for 119 Edgewater Road until July 8, 2025. A Certificate of Compliance was issued for 121 Bay St, and the emergency certificate for seaweed removal was ratified. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Negative determination approved for 122 Manomet Ave (no stone dust, permeable pavers)
• Negative determination approved for 644 Nantasket Ave (permeable pavers, no stone dust)
• Negative determination approved for 765 Nantasket Ave (soil borings)
• Notice of intent for 119 Edgewater Road continued until 7/08/2025
• Certificate of Compliance issued for 121 Bay St
• Emergency certificate ratified for seaweed removal project
• Meeting adjourned

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and recap a clean up day event. The body will also discuss the status of current projects and the direction for the upcoming year.

• Recap of clean up day event
• Year in review and direction of upcoming year for current projects
• Approval of minutes from 4/22/2025 meeting

The Hull Beautification Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. Members were assigned specific actions, including setting up the Genius app and sending a sign proposal to the DPW. The committee agreed to collaborate with the Beach Committee and scheduled the next meeting for July 8, 2025, with future meetings on the second Tuesday of each month.

• Approved 4/22/2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Anne to set up Genius app
• Assigned Camellia to send sign proposal to Hull DPW
• Agreed to collaborate with Beach Committee where possible
• Scheduled next meeting for Tuesday, July 8, 2025 (and subsequent 2nd Tuesdays)

USA Semiquincentennial (250th) Anniversary Committee

The USA Semiquincentennial Committee is meeting to discuss branding opportunities and the organization of sub-committees. The body will also identify volunteer opportunities and set future meeting dates.

• Discussion of branding opportunities
• Organization of sub-committees and volunteer opportunities

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet via Zoom to conduct reorganization and review the Library Director's report. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and set a schedule for future meetings.

• Approval of March 24, 2025 and April 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Board reorganization
• Library Director report
• Scheduling of future Trustee meetings

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and review the treasurer's report. The body will also discuss the summer program group.

• Review of summer program group
• Treasurer's report

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve March 2025 meeting minutes and receive updates from the Director and Board members. The agenda contains only procedural items.

• Approval of March 2025 meeting minutes
• Director updates
• Board updates

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review previous minutes and discuss the Strawberry Hill Water Tower. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Strawberry Hill Water Tower

The board approved the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes despite one member’s objection, with a unanimous vote. The board then adjourned unanimously at 9:01 pm. No other motions were decided; discussions on the Strawberry Hill water tank, signage bylaw, and public art were informational.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will discuss tools, policies, and processes for capital improvement planning. The meeting also includes a review of the capital request worksheet.

• Capital Improvement Planning Tools
• Capital Improvement Planning Policies & Process
• Capital Request Worksheet

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee approved Paul Newman as a member of the Master Planning Committee. The committee reviewed the annual capital planning calendar and set the next deliverable as an Asset Inventory for the next meeting. It also noted that Integrated Goals & Objectives will be updated in July after the Selectboard retreat. The next meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2025.

• Approved Paul Newman as member of the Master Planning Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will continue a public hearing regarding a petition by Edmund P. and Peggy L. Chaput. The petitioners are appealing a Building Commissioner's decision to deny a request for zoning enforcement at 296 Newport Road.

• Public hearing continuation: 296 Newport Road regarding Home Occupation and Single Family Residence District permitted uses
• Acceptance of July-December 2025 schedule
• Review of Board Rules & Regulations

Light Board

The board will conduct a post-election reorganization and review reports from the Light Plant and Operations managers. Members will discuss the affirmative vote of Article 37 from the Annual Town Meeting regarding the Town Manager and Light Plant Manager.

• Discussion of new building for DPW/Light Department
• Discussion on Article 37 Citizen’s Petition regarding Town Manager/Light Plant Manager
• Solar credits and treatment of balances
• Generator survey

The Light Board elected Tom Burns as chair, Pat Cannon as vice chair, and Jacob Vaillancourt as clerk. It tabled the approval of the April 16, April 17, and March 26 minutes and postponed discussion of the mural. The board also approved a newsletter, appointed the chair and vice chair as liaisons for Spinnaker Island and National Grid meetings, scheduled a joint meeting with the Select Board on Article 37, and requested an executive‑session update on the National Grid and generator contract renewal. The meeting was adjourned at 9:39 PM.

• Elected Tom Burns as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Pat Cannon as vice chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jacob Vaillancourt as clerk (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of April 16, April 17, and March 26 minutes (4‑0‑1)
• Tabled discussion of the mural until the town manager can attend (unanimous)
• Approved development of a newsletter at the chair’s discretion (unanimous)
• Appointed chair and vice chair as liaison for Spinnaker Island and National Grid meetings (unanimous)
• Scheduled a joint meeting between the Select Board and Light Board on Article 37 (unanimous)

No Place for Hate Committee

The No Place for Hate Committee will meet to plan programs and select committee officers. The group will also review outreach efforts and a memorandum regarding ICE enforcement in town facilities.

• Plan for selection of NPFH officers
• Program planning for mini-feasts and an appreciation project
• Outreach for new NPFH members
• Review of memorandum: 'ICE Enforcement in Town Facilities'

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. It scheduled the next regular meeting for July 10, 2025 at 7 pm in Town Hall. The plan to select NPFH officers was tabled until membership is full. Jim and Chris were assigned to send a newsletter encouraging new committee applications.

• Approved April 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for July 10, 2025 at 7 pm
• Tabled NPFH officer selection plan pending full membership
• Assigned Jim and Chris to send newsletter recruiting committee members

Planning Board

The Board voted to approve the conditions for the special permit at 15 Nantasket Avenue after making minor edits. The motion passed with four votes in favor, no votes against, and one abstention. No other formal decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved conditions for 15 Nantasket Avenue (vote 4-0-1, Borges abstained)

Select Board

The Board elected Irwin Nesoff as Chair, Greg Grey as Vice‑Chair, and Jason McCann as Clerk for the coming year. It unanimously approved several alcohol licenses, a cancer‑screening event, the Hull Pride Day proclamation, and a temporary road closure for a July celebration. All votes and motions were recorded as shown.

• Approved Annual All Alcohol License for Jessekat LLC dba Toast (unanimous)
• Approved All Alcohol as a Wine & Malt Package Store License for Atlantic Hill Market (unanimous)
• Approved Dana Farber cancer‑screening event on June 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Irwin Nesoff as Chair of the Select Board (4‑1‑0)
• Appointed Greg Grey as Vice‑Chair of the Select Board (4‑1‑0)
• Appointed Jason McCann as Clerk of the Select Board (unanimous)
• Approved Hull Pride Day proclamation for June 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved road closure on Warren Street for July 20, 2025 (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission will review renovation plans for the Ft. Revere Water Tower to ensure historical standards are met. The body will also discuss DCR-owned assets and the nomination of historical buildings.

• Review of Ft. Revere Water Tower renovation plans
• Review of DCR-owned assets of historical significance
• Nomination of historical buildings, including Hull Municipal Light Plant Bldg.
• Update to the historical assets list for Historical Survey Planning

The commission received an update on the Fort Revere Water Tower renovation, noting concrete panel removal and interior demolition completed. Members discussed the Municipal Light Plant building’s historic value and agreed the town will work with the State Historic Officer to seek its inclusion on historic registries. They reviewed state‑owned island properties and considered a survey application for historic assets, and debated challenges converting the historic fire station, but no actions were approved or denied.

• Committed to work with State Historic Officer to add Municipal Light buildings to historic registries
• Steven Greenberg will inform the Select Board of intent to file a historic assets survey application

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission voted to issue a Positive Determination for the proposed 180‑ft earth berm adjacent to 27 Ocean Ave. It also approved Order of Conditions for four separate development projects on Nantasket Ave and Beach Ave, each with specific construction and storm‑water requirements. All motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved Positive Determination for 27 Ocean Ave earth berm (6‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 15 Nantasket Ave (4‑aye, 2‑nay)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 615 Nantasket Ave (6‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 544 Nantasket Ave (6‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 95 Beach Ave (6‑aye, 0‑nay)

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Beach Management Advisory Committee will meet to review reports from the Conservation and Select Board. The committee will discuss old business regarding plovers, the BMP, and beach cleaning.

• Conservation Report by Sam Campbell
• Select Board Report by Irwin Nesoff
• Discussion on Plovers
• Discussion on BMP
• Discussion on cleaning the beach

The Hull Beach Management Advisory Committee approved the February 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. The committee also unanimously voted to adjourn the May 20 meeting. No other actions were formally decided; the group discussed the beach management plan, cleaning efforts, and an upcoming Nor'easter. The next meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2025 at 6 p.m.

• Approved February 2025 BMAC minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)
• Scheduled next BMAC meeting for June 17, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a draft decision on a Comprehensive Permit for a 12-unit townhome project at 25 Ipswich Street. The board will also review and accept meeting minutes and review rules and regulations. The meeting is held at Hull Town Hall, 253 Atlantic Ave, at 7:00 PM.

• Deliberation and Discussion of Draft Decision on Comprehensive Permit for 12 townhome units at 25 Ipswich Street
• Review & Acceptance of Minutes
• Review Rules & Regulations

The Board voted to approve the comprehensive permit for “The Residences at Rockaway,” a 12‑unit townhome development (including three affordable units) at 25 Ipswich Street. The motion passed with two ayes (Finn, Parsons) and one no (Hennessey). Town Counsel will finalize the decision for signature and filing with the Town Clerk. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved comprehensive permit for 12 townhome units at 25 Ipswich St (2-1 vote)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee met on May 20, 2025 via Zoom and reviewed agenda items including the Estuary Clean‑Up Day recap, trail updates, waterfront access study representation, kiosk replacement, and water‑quality monitoring. The chair discussed housekeeping and the approval of previous minutes, but the minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or votes. No substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan review for a new four-bay garage with second-floor offices at 15 Nantasket Avenue. Additionally, the board will discuss an ANR plan at 47 Massasoit Avenue, Paragon Dunes modifications and Chapter 91 license, and receive updates on town meeting and projects.

• Public hearing: Site Plan Review for 3,600 sq ft garage at 15 Nantasket Avenue (Map 41/Lot 013)
• ANR Plan discussion for 47 Massasoit Avenue
• Paragon Dunes Minor Modification Decision and Chapter 91 License
• Town Meeting recap and project updates

Select Board

The board approved a one‑day Common Victualer license for the Rooted in Hull Backyard BBQ, pending final public‑safety approvals. It also approved Hull Boosters carnival fundraisers for the weeks of June 18‑22 and July 15‑19, each conditioned on approvals from Public Safety and other town departments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved One Day Common Victualer License for Rooted in Hull BBQ (unanimous, conditioned on Public Safety and other department approvals)
• Approved Hull Boosters carnival fundraiser for June 18‑22 on HRA property (unanimous, conditioned on Public Safety and other department approvals)
• Approved Hull Boosters carnival fundraiser for July 15‑19 on HRA property (unanimous, conditioned on Public Safety and other department approvals)
• Approved minutes of the April 23, 2025 Select Board meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

This meeting covers approval of minutes, treasurer's report, the need for a summer program director, and a request for field use from Hull Youth Lacrosse for summer clinics. Most items are administrative or routine.

• Approval of previous minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Summer program director need
• Request for field use from Hull Youth Lacrosse clinics

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to determine the applicability of regulations for three properties and review Notices of Intent for four construction projects. The board will also consider certificates of compliance and an emergency certification.

• Notice of Intent for a 2-story building with 4 garage bays at 15 Nantasket Avenue
• Notice of Intent for a 20’ x 20’ addition at 615 Nantasket Ave
• Request for determination to extend an asphalt driveway at 41 Packard Ave
• Emergency Certification for 15 Clifton Ave
• Certificates of Compliance for 48 Western Ave and 74 Clifton Ave

The commission unanimously approved negative determinations for driveway, footing, and drywell applications at 41 Packard Ave, 279 Kingsley Rd, and 70 F St. It also approved orders of conditions for a garage at 66 Manomet Ave and a deck at 13 R St, each with specific requirements. Reviews of the 15 Nantasket Ave and 615 Nantasket Ave projects were continued until May 27. A certificate of compliance for 48 Western Ave was issued pending an updated plan.

• Negative determination for 41 Packard Ave driveway extension (unanimous)
• Negative determination for 279 Kingsley Rd footings (unanimous)
• Negative determination for 70 F St drywell installation (unanimous)
• Order of conditions issued for 66 Manomet Ave garage (unanimous)
• Order of conditions with special condition for 13 R St deck (unanimous)
• Motion to continue review of 15 Nantasket Ave until 5/27 (unanimous)
• Motion to continue review of 615 Nantasket Ave until 5/27 (unanimous)
• Certificate of compliance for 48 Western Ave issued pending updated plan (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will deliberate on a draft decision and conditions for a Comprehensive Permit regarding 'The Residences at Rockaway'. The project proposes 12 townhome-style ownership units, including three affordable units, at 25 Ipswich Street.

• Draft decision for 12 townhome units at 25 Ipswich Street (Map 45, Parcel 271-A)
• Review of Board Rules & Regulations
• Review and acceptance of meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review minutes and discuss two projects: the Strawberry Hill Water Tower and a proposed DPW/Light Board Building. The meeting is remote via Zoom. No specific proposals or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Strawberry Hill Water Tower
• Proposed DPW/Light Board Building

The Board approved a letter of comments for the 15 Nantasket Avenue development without objection. It also approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the session, both without objection. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved letter of comments on 15 Nantasket Ave. (no objection)
• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (no objection)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (no objection)

Retirement Board

The board will vote on the April 2025 bill and payroll warrants. They will also review minutes from March 25, consider a transfer request, and discuss new employees and old business. The meeting is mostly routine administrative items.

• Approve and sign Bill Warrant and Payroll Warrant for April 2025
• Approve minutes from March 25, 2025
• Review new employees
• Consider a transfer request
• Discuss new business/old business and informational mail

The Hull Contributory Retirement Board approved the March 25 minutes, the April bill and payroll warrants, and a $400,000 liquidation from PRIT for April payroll. It accepted two new employees into the retirement system, approved travel to the MACRS conference, adopted the 2024 annual financial statement, and approved the legal services RFP. All motions were unanimously approved.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved and signed April 2025 Bill Warrant and Payroll Warrant (unanimous)
• Authorized $400,000 liquidation from PRIT for April payroll (no vote recorded)
• Accepted Benjamin Kistner, Athletic Director, into the retirement system (unanimous)
• Accepted Thomas Molinari, Assistant Director, Sewer Department, into the retirement system (unanimous)
• Approved travel and expenses for MACRS conference in Hyannis, MA (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Annual Financial Statement (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for Legal Services posting and timeline (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals will deliberate and discuss a draft decision on a Comprehensive Permit for 'The Residences at Rockaway' at 25 Ipswich Street. The proposal would construct 12 townhome-style ownership units, with three designated as affordable. The board will also review meeting minutes and its rules and regulations.

• Deliberation on draft decision for Comprehensive Permit under MGL Chapter 40B for 25 Ipswich Street (Map 45, Parcel 271-A) in Single Family C district
• Proposed 'Residences at Rockaway' development: 12 townhome units with 3 affordable
• Review and acceptance of meeting minutes
• Review of board rules and regulations

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals approved the minutes from its April 15, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Members present were Chair Patrick Finn, Richard Hennessey (Clerk), Edwin Parsons, Tim Pranaitis, and Philip Bellone. No other formal actions were voted on; the board only discussed draft conditions and waivers for the 25 Ipswich LLC project.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will discuss preparations for the Annual Town Meeting. The body will review a Select Board proposed warrant article to establish the Hull Community Housing Fund.

• Review of warrant article to establish the Hull Community Housing Fund

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss a board vacancy and review the Boat Excise Warrant. The board will also enter executive session to review real estate abatements and senior exemption applications.

• Review of Boat Excise Warrant
• Discussion of Board vacancy
• Executive session on Real Estate Abatements
• Executive session on Senior Exemption Applications

The board approved moving forward with advertising the board vacancy. It also approved requesting a joint meeting with the Select Board. The 2025 Boat Excise warrant was reviewed and signed. The board entered an executive session to discuss a real estate abatement application, then returned to the open meeting and adjourned.

• Approved advertising the Board vacancy (all in favor)
• Approved request for a joint meeting with the Select Board (all in favor)
• Signed the 2025 Boat Excise warrant (all in favor)
• Entered executive session to discuss real estate abatement (all in favor)
• Returned to open meeting from executive session (all in favor)
• Approved motion to adjourn (all in favor)

Library Board of Trustees

The trustees postponed approval of the meeting minutes until the next meeting. A motion to adjourn was made by Alice Sloan, seconded by Kathleen McKenna, and the meeting was adjourned. Board members thanked Emmy Garr for her service as she steps down.

• Approval of minutes tabled until next meeting
• Motion to adjourn adopted

Historical Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the March 2025 meeting. No progress was reported on the First Town Hall/Fire Station project because the sole bid exceeded the budget and Community Preservation Act funds are unavailable. The engineer will review plans, and the warrant for Community Preservation funds will not be presented at the FY 2025 ATM. A site visit to the Ft. Revere Water Tower confirmed demolition work is complete, and work on a story board for the first evening baseball game under lights is slated for late May or early June 2025.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (approved by those present)
• Warrant for Community Preservation funds not presented at FY 2025 ATM

Select Board

The board approved the April 2 meeting minutes and expressed support for the MBTA 714 Bus Stop Project recommendations. It approved Dunn Rite Parking’s permit for 350 cars in the HRA lots, subject to Public Safety sign‑offs. The board also adopted a $2 fee for each two‑hour parking period and authorized the Hull Lifesaving Museum’s Bastille Day event at Fort Revere Park.

• Approved minutes of April 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Supported MBTA 714 Bus Stop Project recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Dunn Rite Parking application for 350 HRA parking spaces, subject to Public Safety approvals (unanimous)
• Approved new parking fee structure: $2 for each two‑hour period with a maximum of four hours (unanimous)
• Approved Hull Lifesaving Museum’s Bastille Day event at Fort Revere Park, subject to department conditions (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board voted unanimously to deem the Procopio proposals for Paragon Dunes a minor modification. It then approved those minor modifications as presented. The hearing for 15 Nantasket Avenue was continued to May 14, 2025.

• Motion: proposals are minor modification – approved unanimously (Hibbard, Peyton, Paquin, Reilly, Borges, Boyce all Aye)
• Motion: approve the minor modifications as presented – approved unanimously (Hibbard, Boyce, Paquin, Peyton, Borges, Reilly all Aye)
• Hearing for 15 Nantasket Avenue continued to May 14, 2025 – procedural continuation
• Board adjourned the meeting – unanimous vote

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee is scheduled to meet on April 22, 2025, at Town Hall. The agenda consists solely of procedural items such as approving prior meeting minutes and general housekeeping, with no concrete decisions or discussions listed.

The Hull Beautification Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It finalized details for the April 26, 2025 “Hulluva Cleanup/Sweep up Day,” including traffic patterns on N Street, dumpster placement, and equipment drop‑off. The committee noted no response yet on the proposed new Town of Hull sign and discussed possible future use of CPC funds. The next meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, 2025, with future meetings set for the second Tuesday of each month.

• Approved minutes from 4/8/2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Finalized traffic pattern around N Street for April 26 cleanup day
• Finalized dumpster placement for April 26 cleanup day
• Finalized equipment drop‑off schedule for April 26 cleanup day
• Scheduled next meeting for June 10, 2025 (recurring second Tuesday monthly)

Opioid Task Force Committee

The Opioid Task Force Committee will meet to review updates on harm reduction bags and school initiatives. The committee is also scheduled to discuss the use of funds.

• Harm reduction bag update
• School update
• Discussion on use of funds

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent for residential and commercial projects. The body will also discuss appointing a representative to the town's Master Plan Steering Committee.

• Notice of Intent for a 2-story building with 4 garage bays at 15 Nantasket Avenue
• Notice of Intent for a 3-story house at 136 Casdish Ave
• Notice of Intent for a 3-story house at 41 Touraine Ave
• Notice of Intent for a 311 ft2 garage at 66 Manomet Ave
• Request to amend Order of Conditions for an addition, pergola, decks, and pavers at 71 Highland Ave

The commission issued negative determinations for deck projects at 13 E St, 211 Nantasket Ave, 30 L St, and 72 F St. It granted a positive determination for 544 Nantasket Ave, requiring an engineered plan. It also continued the notice of intent for 15 Nantasket Ave to 5/13/2025 and issued orders of conditions for several projects, including 136 Cadish Ave and 70 F St.

• Negative determination for 13 E St deck project – approved (LS, TB, PW, SC aye)
• Negative determination for 211 Nantasket Ave walkway extension – approved (TB, LS, PW, SC aye)
• Negative determination for 30 L St deck extension – approved (SC, PW, TB, LS aye)
• Negative determination for 72 F St deck replacement – approved (LS, TB, PW, SC aye)
• Positive determination for 544 Nantasket Ave permeable gravel project – approved (SC, PW, TB, LS aye); commission requested engineered plan
• Continuance of notice of intent for 15 Nantasket Ave to 5/13/2025 – approved (SC, PW, TB, PW aye)
• Order of conditions for 136 Cadish Ave with permeable pavers condition – approved (LS, TB, PW, SC aye)
• Order of conditions for 70 F St permeable driveway – approved (LS, SC, TB, PW aye)

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission will discuss and potentially decide on several permit applications at its April 22, 2025 meeting. Items include requests for determination of applicability for small structures, notices of intent for larger projects like new buildings and demolitions, and an amendment to an existing order of conditions.

• Continued Notice of Intent for a 2-story building at 15 Nantasket Ave (SE35-1879)
• Notice of Intent to demolish remnants and build a 3-story house at 136 Cashdish Ave (SE35-1886)
• Notice of Intent to demolish existing house and build 3-story house at 41 Touraine Ave (SE35-1888)
• Notice of Intent to remove concrete driveway and install permeable driveway at 70 F Street (SE35-18XX)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for after-the-fact pavement removal at 544 Nantasket Ave

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will discuss and vote on a rate discussion with the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company, a PILOT payment, and a citizen's petition article for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. They will also consider a letter supporting local control of public power, review an incoming feeder capacity, and discuss a joint meeting on Green Communities and Town Meeting Article 37.

• Rate discussion with Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company & vote
• Vote on PILOT payment
• Vote on 2025 Annual Town Meeting Citizen's Petition Article RE: Town Manager/Light Plant Manager
• Letter to State expressing support of local control of public power under MGL Chapter 164
• Discussion on incoming feeder to town capacity

The board unanimously approved a new schedule of residential, small‑power, large‑power, municipal and other electricity rates to take effect on May 1, 2025. It also passed a motion urging the light plant manager to support local control of power and to send a letter to the state. A motion to place a citizen’s petition on the 2025 Town Meeting warrant failed by a 2‑2 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 9:37 PM.

• Adopted new municipal light rates (Residential, Small Power, Large Power, Municipal, etc.) – passed unanimously
• Set adopted rates to become effective May 1, 2025 – passed unanimously
• Removed 10% prompt‑pay discount from the adopted rates – passed unanimously
• Approved motion to advise the light plant manager to support local control of power, letter to the state – passed unanimously
• Failed motion to endorse Jacob Vaillancourt’s citizen’s petition for Town Meeting warrant article 37 – vote 2‑2 (failed)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:37 PM – passed unanimously

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board and Select Board are holding a joint meeting. The body will discuss Article 37 of the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and hear from the MA Department of Energy Resources regarding the Green Communities Designation Program.

• Discussion of 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant: Article 37
• Presentation by Lisa Sullivan of MA Department of Energy Resources on Green Communities Designation Program

The Light Board discussed the Green Communities program, a proposed shared DPW/MLP facility, and Article 37, but no formal votes were taken on those items. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Pat Cannon, seconded by Jake Vaillancourt, and passed with affirmative votes from Jake Vaillancourt, Pat Cannon, Stephanie Landry, and Dan Ciccariello.

• Motion to close the meeting passed with four affirmative votes (Jake Vaillancourt, Pat Cannon, Stephanie Landry, Dan Ciccariello)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on a conduit grant at 23 Lewis Street and a license change for The Drift (48 George Washington Blvd). They will receive presentations on the Green Communities Designation program, the Climate Adaptation Pathways project, and the Beach Management Plan. The board will also discuss Town Meeting warrant Article 37 and consider license renewals for Tipsy Tuna and a one-day license for the Hull Life Saving Museum.

• Public hearing for 23 Lewis Street LLC on a grant of location for electrical/telecommunications conduit
• Public hearing for Steamboat Provisions dba The Drift on change of hours for alcohol, common victualer, and entertainment licenses
• Presentation by MA Department of Energy Resources on the Green Communities Designation program
• Update on Climate Adaptation Pathways for Critical Facilities Project
• Discussion of 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article 37

The Select Board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 19 and March 26 meetings. It also unanimously granted a location and license for the conduit on Lewis Street between Manomet Avenue and Beach Avenue. In addition, the Board unanimously approved the requested change of operating hours for The Drift’s seasonal alcohol, common victualler, and entertainment licenses.

• Approved March 19 & 26 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved grant of location and license for Lewis St conduit (unanimous)
• Approved change of hours for The Drift’s seasonal alcohol, common victualler, and entertainment licenses (unanimous)

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Hull Beach Management Advisory Committee met on April 15, 2025 at Town Hall. Members discussed the draft Beach Management Plan and announced upcoming public input forums. The only formal action was a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting. No substantive decisions or approvals were made.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Board of Assessors

The Hull Board of Assessors will meet to review and act on minutes from February and March 2025, discuss a board vacancy, review the monthly abatement report, and review the motor vehicle warrant. The board will also enter executive session to discuss real estate abatements and CPA, veterans, and senior exemption applications.

• Review and act on revised minutes from February 25, 2025 meeting
• Review and act on minutes from March 18, 2025 meeting
• Discuss Board vacancy
• Review Monthly Abatement Report
• Enter executive session to discuss real estate abatements and CPA, veterans, and senior exemption applications

The Board approved the revised minutes from February 25 and March 18, 2025. It voted to enter an executive session to discuss senior, veteran, CPA exemptions and real‑estate abatements, then returned to the open meeting. The Board signed the warrant for the second motor‑vehicle commitment of 2025 and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved revised minutes of February 25, 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved revised minutes of March 18, 2025 (all in favor)
• Entered executive session to discuss senior, veteran, CPA exemptions and real‑estate abatements (all in favor)
• Returned to open meeting (all in favor)
• Signed warrant for second motor‑vehicle commitment of 2025 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals will hold three continued public hearings: a variance for a single-family home at 49 Summit Ave, an appeal of a building commissioner's zoning enforcement denial at 296 Newport Road, and a comprehensive permit under MGL Chapter 40B for 12 townhome units (3 affordable) at 25 Ipswich Street. The board will also review minutes and rules.

• Continuation of variance/special permit hearing for new single-family home at 49 Summit Ave (setback and lot coverage issues)
• Continuation of appeal hearing regarding zoning enforcement denial at 296 Newport Road (home occupation and district compliance)
• Continuation of comprehensive permit hearing for 12 townhome units, including 3 affordable, at 25 Ipswich Street ('The Residences at Rockaway')
• Review and acceptance of previous meeting minutes
• Review of board rules and regulations

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 18 and April 1 Zoning Board of Appeals meetings. The board also unanimously granted a Special Permit for 49 Summit Avenue, subject to special and standard conditions, including a front setback of 15.2 feet and a curb cut. No decision was recorded on the appeal concerning 296 Newport Road during this meeting.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Granted Special Permit for 49 Summit Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• No action taken on 296 Newport Road appeal

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a Site Plan Review application for a new four-bay garage with second-floor offices at 15 Nantasket Avenue. The board will also discuss meeting format, approve minutes, and receive project and committee updates.

• Public hearing for Site Plan Review by Andrew Gallagher at 15 Nantasket Avenue (Map 41/Lot 013): construct 3,600 sq ft four-bay garage with second-floor offices.

The Planning Board unanimously voted to continue the site‑plan hearing for 15 Nantasket Avenue to the meeting on April 23, 2025. The Board also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting and reached a consensus to hold non‑hearing meetings by Zoom and hearing meetings in person. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Continue 15 Nantasket Ave hearing to April 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approve March 19, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Adopt Zoom for non‑hearing meetings and in‑person for hearings (consensus)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to review the current status and final details for 'Hulluva Clean up day'. The committee will also vote on the approval of minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of March 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Status and final details for 'Hulluva Clean up day'

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting on April 8, 2025. They will consider three Requests for Determination of Applicability for driveway, porch, and deck work, and two Notices of Intent for demolishing existing houses and building new three-story homes at 38 Channel St and 73 H St. The agenda also includes a restoration plan at 9 Manomet Ave and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Request for determination at 105 Highland Ave for gravel driveway, walkways, water line, and underground electrical
• Request for determination at 158 Manomet Ave to convert porch to sunroom and add landing and stairs
• Request for determination at 95 Beach Ave for 7 footings for deck and porch
• Continued Notice of Intent at 38 Channel St to demolish existing house and build a 3-story house and porch on piles
• Notice of Intent at 73 H St to demolish existing house and build a 3-story house, porch, deck, and permeable driveway

The commission issued negative determinations for 105 Highland Ave and 158 Manomet Ave, and a positive determination for 95 Beach Ave. An order of conditions for 38 Channel St was denied, while an order of conditions for 73 H Street was approved. The enforcement order for the railroad bed at 9 Manomet Ave was accepted, and the minutes for March meetings were approved.

• Negative determination for 105 Highland Ave approved (7 ayes)
• Negative determination for 158 Manomet Ave approved (7 ayes)
• Positive determination for 95 Beach Ave approved (6 ayes, 1 unnamed aye)
• Order of conditions for 38 Channel St denied (3 ayes, 4 nos)
• Order of conditions for 73 H Street approved (7 ayes)
• Enforcement order for railroad bed at 9 Manomet Ave approved (4 ayes, 3 nos)
• Minutes for 3/11/2025 approved (7 ayes)
• Minutes for 3/25/2025 with amendment approved (7 ayes)

Select Board

The Select Board unanimously appointed Michael Sampson to the town’s Semiquincentennial Anniversary Committee. It approved several one‑day entertainment licenses—including Hull Porch Fest, the South Shore Revival, and events by the Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce—with required public‑safety conditions. The board also renewed alcohol and entertainment licenses for Hull Yacht Club and Doctor’s Island Brewing, approved a parking permit for Temple Beth Sholom, and passed a motion supporting Article 25, the Hull Community Housing Trust Fund, directing Chair Irwin Nesoff to speak at the upcoming Town Meeting.

• Appointed Michael Sampson to the 250th Anniversary Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Hull Porch Fest One‑Day Entertainment License for Sept 13‑14 2025, pending police approval (unanimous)
• Approved South Shore Revival Entertainment Licenses for June 5‑7 2025, conditioned on meeting Public Safety and permits (unanimous)
• Renewed seasonal alcohol, common victualer and entertainment licenses for Hull Yacht Club and Doctor’s Island Brewing (unanimous)
• Approved Hull Nantasket Chamber’s Stem to Stern Yard Sale on May 17‑18 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Hull Nantasket Chamber’s Endless Summer Event on Sep 6‑7 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Temple Beth Sholom parking permit for up to 50 cars at 600 Nantasket Ave, Memorial Day–Labor Day, with plover info, trash and porta‑potty conditions (unanimous)
• Supported Article 25 Housing Trust Fund and directed Chair Irwin Nesoff to speak at Town Meeting (unanimous)

Opioid Task Force Committee

The Opioid Task Force Committee will meet to review updates on harm reduction bags and school initiatives. The committee will also hold a general discussion regarding the further use of funds.

• Harm reduction bag update
• School update
• Discussion on further use of funds

Community Preservation Committee

The Hull Community Preservation Committee will meet to discuss preparations for the Annual Town Meeting and the CPC Annual Forum, review updates on prior CPA grants and projects, and approve minutes from the March 6 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific project votes or funding decisions listed.

• Discussion and preparation for Annual Town Meeting
• CPC Annual Forum discussion
• Review of updates on prior CPA grants and projects
• Approval of minutes from CPC 3/6/25 meeting
• Review and approval of outstanding invoices

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals will hold two continued public hearings and open one new hearing. The most significant item is a comprehensive permit (Chapter 40B) application to build 12 townhome units (three affordable) at 25 Ipswich Street. The board will also continue a variance/special permit hearing for a new single-family home at 49 Summit Ave and open a hearing on an appeal of a building commissioner's zoning enforcement decision at 296 Newport Road.

• Continued public hearing: Comprehensive Permit for 'The Residences at Rockaway' – 12 townhomes (3 affordable) at 25 Ipswich St, Map 45 Parcel 271-A
• Continued public hearing: Special Permit/Variance for new single-family home at 49 Summit Ave (side/rear setbacks, lot coverage)
• New public hearing: Appeal of Building Commissioner's denial of zoning enforcement at 296 Newport Road (home occupation, district uses)
• Review and acceptance of prior meeting minutes
• Review of rules and regulations

The Zoning Board adopted a Finding of Facts that it has sufficient information to render a potentially favorable decision on the 25 Ipswich Street comprehensive permit. It also voted unanimously to continue the public hearings for 25 Ipswich Street, 49 Summit Avenue, and 296 Newport Road to the April 15 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted Finding of Facts (potentially favorable) for 25 Ipswich St permit (unanimous)
• Continued 25 Ipswich St public hearing to April 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 49 Summit Ave hearing to April 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 296 Newport Rd hearing to April 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will vote on all articles not previously voted on, provide commentary on articles, and approve meeting minutes. The agenda contains no specific project details or dollar amounts.

• Voting on all articles not previously voted on
• Commentary for articles
• Approval of minutes

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will meet to review a budget presentation from the School Committee. The board will also vote on remaining articles and provide commentary on those articles.

• School Committee Budget Presentation
• Voting on all articles not previously voted on
• Commentary for Articles
• Approval of Minutes

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission will review minutes from February 2025 and receive an update on the Historical First Town Hall/Fire Station Project. Other topics may arise as permitted by law. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Review of February 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on Historical First Town Hall/Fire Station Project

The commission unanimously approved the February 2025 meeting minutes. It decided the Village First Town Hall/Fire Station project will not continue until further notice and will be withdrawn from the Community Preservation funding request. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted February 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Village First Town Hall/Fire Station project halted; Community Preservation funding request withdrawn

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve January 2025 meeting minutes and address a resident request for a rental inspection at 71 G Street. The agenda also includes discussion of board duties. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Resident request for rental inspection at 71 G St

The board approved the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. The board agreed to make updating the town’s trash‑hauler regulations a priority for the health department, with further information to be reviewed at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

• Approved Jan 23, 2025 Board of Health meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to prioritize trash‑hauler regulations for future vote
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Select Board

The Board unanimously approved the annual Nantasket Car Show, the May 5, 2025 town‑meeting warrant, a one‑day liquor license for the Paragon Carousel fundraiser, and seasonal alcohol and common victualer licenses for three businesses. It also accepted the resignation of a Board of Assessors member. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Hold Car Show on September 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 5, 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant (unanimous)
• Approved One Day Liquor License for Paragon Carousel fundraiser on May 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Seasonal All Alcohol and Common Victualer Licenses for Bayside Marketing Systems, Inc. dba Nantasket Lobster Pound (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Seasonal All Alcohol, Common Victualer, and Entertainment Licenses for Local 02045, LLC dba Local 02045 (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Seasonal All Alcohol License for PF Hospitality Inc. dba Shipwreck’d (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Michael Waldner from Board of Assessors (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to provide recommendations on several citizens petitions and a signage bylaw. The board will also discuss projects at 15 Nantasket and 25 Ipswich.

• Recommendation on Signage Bylaw
• Recommendation on Rental-Condo Citizens Petition
• Recommendation on Flexible Plan Development Citizens Petition
• Recommendation on Inclusionary Housing Citizens Petition
• Recommendation on Open Space Zoning Citizens Petition

The Board approved the Signage Bylaw to be presented at the 2025 Annual Town Meeting (unanimous vote). It denied a citizen petition to remove the word “rental” from Business District zoning (1‑3‑0) and then referred that petition to study (unanimous). The Board also endorsed the Flexible Plan Development petition (unanimous), denied the Inclusionary Housing amendment (4‑1‑0), referred the inclusionary zoning bylaw to study (4‑0‑1), denied the Open Space Zoning petition (4‑0‑1), and approved a Merrill Engineering peer‑review for the 15 Nantasket Avenue project (unanimous).

• Approved Signage Bylaw for 2025 Town Meeting (unanimous)
• Denied Rental‑Condo petition to delete “rental” from Business District zoning (1‑3‑0)
• Referred Rental‑Condo petition to study (unanimous)
• Endorsed Flexible Plan Development petition (unanimous)
• Denied Inclusionary Housing amendment (4‑1‑0)
• Referred inclusionary zoning bylaw to study (4‑0‑1)
• Denied Open Space Zoning petition (4‑0‑1)
• Approved Merrill Engineering peer‑review for 15 Nantasket Ave project (unanimous)

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will receive reports from the Light Plant Manager and Operations Manager, discuss a 2025 rate change proposed by the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company, and review a citizen’s petition about the Town Manager/Light Plant Manager roles. The board will also discuss a redundant main feeder and emergency generator outreach.

• Discussion of 2025 Annual Town Meeting Citizen’s Petition on Town Manager/Light Plant Manager roles
• Discussion on Redundant Main Feeder Coming into Hull
• Emergency Generator Community Outreach & Survey Discussion
• Rate Changes proposed by Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company
• Hull Municipal Light Plant Voluntary Payment Discussion

The board approved a modification to the second survey question, adding the current residential charge and removing a reference to an extra 2 MW generator, with a unanimous vote. A motion to endorse a citizen’s petition was tabled until the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:06 PM by unanimous consent.

• Adopted modification to second survey question (added current residential charge, removed extra 2MW generator line) – passed unanimously
• Tabled endorsement of citizen’s petition – motion postponed
• Adjourned meeting at 8:06 PM – passed unanimously

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will present and discuss what a Municipal Housing Trust Fund is and how it could help create, preserve, and support affordable housing in Hull. The meeting includes a presentation by committee members and an opportunity for community input. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is an informational and discussion session.

• Presentation and discussion on establishing a Municipal Housing Trust Fund for affordable housing in Hull

USA Semiquincentennial (250th) Anniversary Committee

The Hull USA Semiquincentennial (250th) Anniversary Committee will meet to organize as a group, brainstorm event ideas, and discuss a state grant/funding application. Future meeting dates will also be set. All items are at the discussion stage; no decisions are recorded.

• Committee organization and officer roles
• Brainstorming ideas for 250th anniversary events
• Discussion of state grant/funding application (no dollar amount listed)
• Setting future meeting dates

Retirement Board

The Hull Retirement Board will meet to approve the March 2025 bill and payroll warrants. The board will also review investment updates and process employee-related requests.

• Approval of March 2025 Bill Warrant and Payroll Warrant
• Investment Update
• Accidental Disability Application
• Buyback Request
• Review of new employees

The Hull Contributory Retirement Board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 25 meeting, authorized the March payroll and bill warrants, and liquidated $515,000 from the PRIT fund for payroll. They also unanimously accepted new employee Elizabeth Thompson, tabled an accidental disability retirement application pending medical records, and approved a buyback request for $18,610.80. No other new items were discussed.

• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved and signed March 2025 Bill Warrant and Payroll Warrant (unanimous)
• Authorized $515,000 liquidation from PRIT for March payroll (unanimous)
• Accepted new employee Elizabeth Thompson, Librarian, Group 1 (unanimous)
• Tabled Scott Saunders accidental disability retirement application pending medical records (unanimous)
• Approved Andrew Reilly buyback request for 4 years of military service, $18,610.80 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting on March 25, 2025. They will consider a continued notice of intent for demolition and construction of a 3-story house at 38 Channel St, a new notice of intent for park reconstruction at Jones Park, and a deck at 90B Manomet Ave. Also on the agenda is a request for determination of applicability for bench installations and a certificate of compliance for 82 Atlantic Ave.

• Request for Determination of Applicability: Hull DPW bench installations at various locations
• Notice of Intent (Continued): 38 Channel St – demolish existing house and build 3-story house on piles
• Notice of Intent: Jones Park – park and playground reconstruction
• Notice of Intent: 90B Manomet Ave – construct 10' x 12' deck on Sonotubes
• Certificate of Compliance: 82 Atlantic Ave (SE35-1381)

The Conservation Commission issued a negative determination for the bench installation project on Map 53/Lot 29. It continued the Notice of Intent for 38 Channel St to the April 8 meeting. It approved special order of conditions for the Jones Park park and playground reconstruction. It also approved order of conditions for a deck at 90B Manomet Ave and issued a Certificate of Compliance for 82 Atlantic Ave.

• Issued negative determination for bench installation Map 53/Lot 29 (4‑0)
• Continued 38 Channel St Notice of Intent to 4/8 meeting (4‑0)
• Approved order of conditions for Jones Park reconstruction (4‑0)
• Approved order of conditions for 90B Manomet Ave deck (4‑0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 82 Atlantic Ave (3‑0, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting. The committee will also discuss details and planning for a clean up day.

• Planning for clean up day

The Hull Beautification Committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting, including an update that schedules the Hulluva Cleanup/Sweep‑up Day for April 26, 2025. No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Hulluva Cleanup/Sweep‑up Day for April 26, 2025

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee will discuss the status of various estuary-related initiatives, including the Trail to Straits Pond Island, Waterfront Access Study Committee representation, Weir River Woods Kiosk replacement, and Straits Pond water quality monitoring and tidal gate maintenance. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and planning for the next meeting.

• Update on Trail to Straits Pond Island
• Waterfront Access Study Committee representation
• Weir River Woods Kiosk replacement
• Straits Pond water quality monitoring and tidal gate maintenance/repair

The committee approved the minutes from the Jan 28, 2025 meeting. It set the date for the annual spring estuary clean‑up on Saturday, April 26, 2025, with a picnic afterward. Members agreed that Chair Scott Plympton will circulate a citizen petition on rezoning town‑owned parcels to the committee. The next meeting was scheduled for May 20, 2025, at 4:30 PM via Zoom.

• Approved Jan 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled annual spring estuary clean‑up for April 26, 2025
• Chair Scott Plympton will share citizen rezoning petition with WREP members
• Set next meeting for May 20, 2025, 4:30 PM (Zoom)

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review several warrant articles for Town Meeting, including zoning amendments such as ADU revisions, inclusionary housing, and flexible plan development. They will also discuss the marijuana by-law with Town Counsel, the Town Clerk budget, funding for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and Grant Match Fund, and tax abatements for veterans. Commentary assignments for warrant articles and approval of minutes are also on the agenda.

• Town Clerk Budget Q&A
• Marijuana By-Law discussion with Town Counsel
• Affordable Housing Trust Fund and Grant Match Fund
• Zoning Articles: ADU revisions, removing rental requirement for business district, inclusionary housing, public open space zoning, flexible plan development
• Tax abatements for Veterans

Library Board of Trustees

The Hull Library Board of Trustees will meet remotely on March 24, 2025, to approve previous minutes, hear the director's report, and discuss upcoming board elections and future meetings. No major decisions or proposals are listed; the agenda consists of standard procedural items.

• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2025 meeting
• Library Director report
• Discussion of seats on the Board up for election

The Hull Public Library Board of Trustees approved the previous meeting's minutes with a unanimous vote. No other motions were decided during the session. The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 pm.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Cultural Council

The Hull Cultural Council will meet to announce the 2025 Grant Awardees and host remarks from Senator Patrick O'Connor, Representative Joan Meschino, and possibly the Town Manager. The agenda includes roll call, introductions, and a reception with light refreshments.

• Announcement of 2025 Grant Awardees
• Confirmed remarks by Senator Patrick O'Connor and Representative Joan Meschino
• Unconfirmed appearance by Town Manager Jen Constable
• Reception with light refreshments

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding three proposed changes to the Hull Zoning Bylaws. These include updates to align accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules with state law and two citizen petitions regarding permitted uses in the Business District.

• Zoning Amendment 1: Updates to §410-3.2.A(8), §410-4.1, §410-4.10, and §410-5.1 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Zoning Amendment 2: Citizen Petition to remove the word 'rental' from Business District Permitted Uses Section 410-3.5 A(1)(g)
• Zoning Amendment 3: Citizen Petition to remove the word 'rental' from Business District Permitted Uses Section 410-3.5 A(1)(g)

The Hull Planning Board voted unanimously to adopt the changes to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) zoning bylaw presented at the meeting. The amendments remove the special‑permit requirement, eliminate limits on bedrooms, parking and the number of ADUs, and align other provisions with state law. The Board then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Adopted proposed ADU bylaw amendments (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Select Board

The board approved the minutes of the March 5, 2025 meeting with suggested amendments by a unanimous vote. It also approved the 2025 Annual Liquor License Certification presented at the meeting, also unanimously. No other substantive motions were decided during this session.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Annual Liquor License Certification (unanimous)

Zoning By-Law Committee

The Zoning By-Law Committee will discuss multiple citizen petitions covering flexible plan development, inclusionary housing with 100% affordable units, open space zoning or town/conservation trust parcels, and rental-to-condo conversions. The committee will also take up the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw and a signage bylaw. These are discussions and potential decisions on proposed zoning amendments.

• Citizen Petition — Flexible Plan Development
• Citizen Petition — Inclusionary Housing 100% Affordable Units
• Citizen Petition — Open Space Zoning or Town & Conservation Trust Parcels
• Citizen Petition — Rental to Condo
• ADU Bylaw and Signage Bylaw discussion

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Beach Management Advisory Committee will discuss updates on the Water Access Study Group and a possible discussion of the Beach Management Plan (BMP). Members will also review minutes from February, and hear reports from the Conservation Commission and Select Board. No votes on specific projects or expenditures are listed on the agenda.

• Update on Water Access Study Group
• Discussion around the Beach Management Plan (BMP)
• Conservation Commission Report
• Select Board Report
• Approval of February 11, 2025 minutes

The Hull Beach Management Advisory Committee met via Zoom and discussed several topics but took no substantive votes. Chair Susan Mann will raise beach cleaning at a Select Board meeting, and members discussed planning a May beach cleanup with Austin Roberts. No formal decisions were made.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Board of Assessors

The Hull Board of Assessors will review and act on minutes from February 25, then discuss a warrant article concerning 22I and 22J Veteran Exemptions. They will also discuss the 41C Senior Exemption, personal property form extension requests, and review an unspecified '8 of 58' application. The meeting will enter executive session to discuss real estate abatements and senior exemption applications.

• Discussion of warrant article on 22I and 22J Veteran Exemption
• Discussion of 41C Senior Exemption
• Personal Property Form of List Extension Requests
• Review of 8 of 58 Application
• Executive session for real estate abatements and senior exemption applications

The Board of Assessors reviewed and accepted the February 25, 2025 minutes. They voted to recommend adoption of the 221 and 22J Veteran Exemptions at a 50% increase, and voted to hold off on proposing a 41C1/2 Senior Exemption warrant article. They also granted extensions for two Personal Property Form of Lists until April 22, 2025, and entered executive session to discuss senior exemptions and real estate abatements.

• Accepted minutes of February 25, 2025 (all in favor)
• Voted to recommend adoption of 221 and 22J Veteran Exemptions at 50% increase (all in favor)
• Voted to hold off on 41C1/2 Senior Exemption (all in favor)
• Granted extensions on two Personal Property Form of Lists until April 22, 2025
• Entered executive session to discuss Senior Exemptions and Real Estate Abatements (all in favor)
• Returned to open meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned at 6:05pm (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals will continue a public hearing on a Comprehensive Permit (Chapter 40B) for 'The Residences at Rockaway,' a 12-townhome development (3 affordable units) at 25 Ipswich Street. Also on the agenda is a withdrawn application to convert a two-family to a three-family at 435 Newport Road. The board will also review minutes and rules.

• Continuation of public hearing on 40B comprehensive permit for 12 townhomes (3 affordable) at 25 Ipswich Street, Map 45 Parcel 271-A
• Withdrawn application for special permit/variance at 435 Newport Road to convert existing 2-family to 3-family
• Review and acceptance of minutes
• Review of board rules and regulations

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the proposed 12-unit affordable housing development at 25 Ipswich Street to April 1, 2025. The board discussed fire safety concerns, easement issues, and local preference for affordable units, but took no final action on the permit. A separate application to convert a two-family home to a three-family at 435 Newport Road was withdrawn by the applicant, so no action was taken.

• Continued public hearing for 25 Ipswich Street comprehensive permit to April 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• No action on 435 Newport Road special permit/variance (application withdrawn)

Zoning By-Law Committee

The Zoning By-Law Committee will discuss several citizen petitions regarding land use and housing. The meeting includes reviews of affordable housing, open space, and accessory dwelling unit regulations.

• Citizen Petition: Flexible Plan Development
• Citizen Petition: Inclusionary Housing 100% Affordable Units
• Citizen Petition: Open Space Zoning for Town & Conservation Trust Parcels
• Citizen Petition: Rental to Condo
• ADU Bylaw and Signage Bylaw

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review budgets for various town departments, including Fire, DPW, and the Board of Health. The board will also discuss several town-sponsored warrant articles related to funding, equipment, and bylaws.

• Budget reviews for Fire Department, DPW, IT, Planning, and Board of Health
• Article 18: Sewer/wastewater bonding amount
• Article 23: DPW Draper Ave Pumping station and bus stops
• Article 24: Ambulance and Pumper Truck
• Article 32: Marijuana By-Law

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review and approve draft minutes from February 16, discuss the March 6 informational meeting on Affordable Housing 101, and prepare for an April 10 public meeting about Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Funds and a related warrant article. No votes on funding or policy are scheduled at this meeting.

• Approval of February 16, 2025 draft meeting minutes
• Evaluation of March 6 Affordable Housing 101 informational meeting
• Preparation for April 10 informational meeting on Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Funds and a warrant article for the Hull Community Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Committee (AHC) met on March 13, 2025, but a quorum was not achieved, so no motions were made and no decisions were taken. Members discussed the CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative application, the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund, planning for a second community education meeting, and the Annual Town Meeting scheduled for the week of May 5, 2025. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm, with the next meeting set for April 10, 2025.

• No motion to approve February 13, 2025 minutes (no quorum)
• No action on CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative (discussion only)
• No action on Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund (discussion only)
• No action on second community education meeting (discussion only)
• No action on Annual Town Meeting (discussion only)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several design review items, including minutes, signage for O'Neill Automotive, updates for 435 Newport Road, the Strawberry Hill Water Tower, a summary of recommendations for 15 Nantasket Avenue, and the Village Fire Station and Town Hall. An 'Other items' category allows for additional discussion as permitted by law.

• O'Neill Automotive Signage
• 435 Newport Road – Updates
• Strawberry Hill Water Tower
• 15 Nantasket – Summary of Recommendations
• Village Fire Station and Town Hall

The Hull Design Review Board approved a redesigned sign for O'Neill's Auto, with recommendations to lower and center the south-facing sign. The board also reviewed and provided feedback on several other projects, including a 2-family to 3-family conversion at 435 Newport Road, the Strawberry Hill water tank, and a property at 15 Nantasket Avenue. No final decisions were made on these latter projects; they remain under review.

• Approved O'Neill's Auto sign design as recommended (unanimous)
• Approved sending approval letter to Building Dept. for O'Neill's sign (unanimous)
• Approved Jan. 9 & Feb. 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final draft of DRB recommendations for 15 Nantasket Ave. (unanimous)

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee will discuss a sign bylaw proposal that was submitted to the Planning Board's public open meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting then expects to adjourn.

• Discussion of sign bylaw proposal submitted to the Planning Board

Select Board

The Hull Select Board voted 4-1 to maintain the 900-car limit in HRA parking lots for the 2025 season, with a condition that the HRA work with Plover Ambassadors. The board also unanimously appointed John Reilly as chair and Peter Preble as a member of the USA 250th Anniversary Committee, and approved declaring a fire vehicle surplus for auction. The FY26 town budget of $54,740,279 was presented but not voted on.

• Approved 900-car limit for HRA lots for 2025 season (4-1)
• Appointed John Reilly as chair of USA 250th Anniversary Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Peter Preble to USA 250th Anniversary Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Greg Grey as Select Board designee to USA 250th Anniversary Committee (unanimous)
• Approved declaring Hull Fire Rescue 4 surplus and auction (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 26, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hull Planning Board will hold a public hearing on four proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaws. Items include a citizen petition to eliminate Flexible Plan Development, a citizen petition requiring 100% affordable units in multi-family developments with 4+ units, a Select Board-sponsored amendment to regulate signs and billboards, and a citizen petition to rezone town-owned lands near sensitive water bodies as public open space. The board will also discuss minutes, project updates, and committee updates.

• Public hearing on Citizen Petition to eliminate Zoning Bylaw Section 410-4.3 Flexible Plan Development (parcels over 10 acres)
• Public hearing on Citizen Petition to amend Section 410-4.9 to require 100% of units in multi-family developments with 4+ units be set aside for low-income households
• Public hearing on Select Board-sponsored amendment to regulate signs, billboards, moving/illuminated signage, and window signage (Section 410-7.1)
• Public hearing on Citizen Petition to rezone Town-owned lands adjacent to environmentally sensitive bodies of water as public open space
• Discussion of minutes, project updates, and committee/subcommittee updates

The Hull Planning Board held a public hearing on four proposed zoning amendments but took no votes on them. The amendments include repealing Flexible Plan Development, requiring 100% affordable units in new multi-family developments, regulating signs, and rezoning town-owned lands near water as open space. The board also unanimously approved minutes from February meetings and received project updates.

• Approved minutes of February 12 and February 26, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Heard citizen petition to repeal Flexible Plan Development Bylaw (no vote)
• Heard citizen petition to require 100% affordable units in 4+ unit developments (no vote)
• Heard Select Board-sponsored sign regulation amendment (no vote)
• Heard citizen petition to rezone town-owned lands near water as open space (no vote)

Beautification Committee

The committee will vote on minutes from its February 25 meeting and discuss organizing a town clean-up day scheduled for April 26th. The agenda also includes general old and new business items.

• Approval of minutes from February 25, 2025 meeting
• Planning for Clean-Up Day on April 26, 2025

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 25 meeting and finalized details for the 'Hulluva Cleanup/Sweep up Day' on April 26, 2025, including distributing flyers and coordinating contacts. A proposal for a banner to advertise the event was discussed but not funded due to lack of budget. The committee also discussed a town signage by-law proposal, which is still under legal review, and noted that thank-you note cards printed at town hall were not of sufficient quality for distribution.

• Approved minutes from 2/25/2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Finalized plans for Hulluva Cleanup/Sweep up Day on April 26, 2025
• Discussed banner proposal for cleanup day, no funds available
• Noted town signage by-law proposal under legal review
• Determined thank-you note cards not suitable for distribution

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to discuss short-term and long-term needs for the Senior Center, including a review of a 2022 Needs Assessment presentation. The body will also hold elections for Council roles, including Secretary and Vice Chair(s).

• Review of 2022 Needs Assessment presentation to BoS
• Nomination and election of Vice Chair(s) and Secretary
• Scheduling of Council field trip to Memorial School on April 8
• Discussion of short-term needs of the Senior Center

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on five Notices of Intent for construction projects, including demolitions and new homes at 128 A Atlantic Avenue, 127-129 Bay Street, 15 Nantasket Avenue, 38 Channel Street, and 428 Nantasket Avenue. Three of the hearings are continued from previous meetings. The commission will also consider a Certificate of Compliance for 11 Summit Avenue and discuss the annual report, floodplain functions training, and proposed bench donations.

• 128 A Atlantic Avenue: demolish house and construct 2-story home with decks and permeable parking (continued)
• 127-129 Bay Street: proposed 3-story duplex house with porch and decks (continued)
• 15 Nantasket Avenue: proposed 2-story building with 4 garage bays, gravel lot, and stormwater system (continued)
• 38 Channel Street: demolish existing house and build 3-story house on piles
• 428 Nantasket Avenue: construct porch and decks

The Hull Conservation Commission approved orders of conditions for projects at 128A Atlantic Ave., 127-129 Bay St., and 428 Nantasket Ave., each with special conditions (e.g., permeable parking, no salt marsh encroachment). The commission continued hearings for 15 Nantasket Ave. and 38 Channel St. to later dates. It also issued a certificate of compliance for 11 Summit Ave. and discussed the annual report, training, and bench donations.

• Approved order of conditions for 128A Atlantic Ave. (demolish/construct house) with special condition for 1-1.5 ft buffer and permeable parking in perpetuity.
• Approved order of conditions for 127-129 Bay St. (demolish/construct duplex) with special condition of no encroachment into salt marsh and permeable pavers in perpetuity.
• Continued hearing for 15 Nantasket Ave. (2-story building with garage bays) until 4/22.
• Continued hearing for 38 Channel St. (demolish/construct house) until 3/25.
• Approved order of conditions for 428 Nantasket Ave. (construct porch and decks).
• Issued certificate of compliance for 11 Summit Ave. (retaining wall and deck).
• Continued discussion of annual report to Town for further review.
• Approved minutes for 2/25/2025 as amended.

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review the Town Manager's budget for the Police, Library, and VSO. The board will also discuss eminent domain for three parcels and several Community Preservation articles for FY 2026.

• Budget review for Police, Library, and VSO
• Eminent domain discussion for 169 Beach Avenue, 33 Malta Street, and 31 Beach Avenue
• Article 124A: Proposed FY 2026 reserves of $70,000 each for Historic Resources, Community Housing, and Open Space, plus $20,000 for administration
• Article 12B(a): Proposed $530,000 for Jones Park playground at Kingsley Road and Touraine Avenue
• Article 12B: Proposed funding for Boathouse Restoration ($137,500), Lifesaving Museum ($111,000), Paragon Carousel roof ($125,000), and St. Nicholas United Methodist Church ($35,000)

The Hull Advisory Board reviewed the FY26 budget presentation, including police, library, and veterans services, and discussed several warrant articles for Town Meeting, including eminent domain for three properties and Community Preservation Committee projects. No final decisions were made on these items; the board only discussed them. The board approved minutes from the 02/24/25 and 03/03/25 meetings and adjourned.

• Approved minutes from the 02/24/25 meeting.
• Approved minutes from the 03/03/25 meeting.
• Adjourned at 9:27 pm.

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is reviewing proposed warrant articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. Items include open space/recreation projects and historic preservation requests with specific funding amounts. The committee will discuss these proposals for recommendation to the Town Meeting.

• Friends Park/Jones Playground Construction: $530,000
• Boathouse Restoration Phase: $137,500
• Lifesaving Museum Restoration (Exterior Paint/Lighting): $111,000
• Paragon Carousel Roof Replacement: $125,000
• Historic Preservation Plan (various locations): $25,000

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will hold a presentation titled 'Affordable Housing 101.' The session will cover the definition of affordable housing and methods to create and preserve it in Hull.

• Affordable Housing 101 presentation
• Question and answer session

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will meet to discuss updates to the capital improvement policy and process, including evaluation criteria. They will also review the current capital inventory for police and fire departments and consider revisions to capital worksheets. The meeting is a discussion session with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discuss evaluation criteria for capital improvement policy
• Review current capital inventory for Police Department
• Review current capital inventory for Fire Department
• Consider revisions to capital worksheet templates
• Approve previous meeting minutes

Opioid Task Force Committee

The Opioid Task Force Committee will hold a regular meeting on March 4, 2025, at 4:00 PM in the Hull Town Hall. Agenda items include a presentation from the Anchor of Hull, updates on harm reduction bag distribution, grant and school updates, and discussion on further use of opioid-related funds. The meeting is largely informational with no votes or decisions listed.

• The Anchor of Hull presentation
• Harm reduction bag updates and approval of a resource guide
• Grant update
• School update
• General discussion on further use of funds

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will open a public hearing on a petition for a Special Permit/Variance to build a single-family home at 49 Summit Ave, which requires relief from side and rear setback requirements and lot coverage limits. The board will also continue a hearing on converting a two-family home at 435 Newport Road to a three-family in a Single Family B zone, with a decision postponed to March 18 due to missing board members. Additional business includes reviewing and approving meeting minutes and rules.

• Public hearing on Brian Roberts / 49 Summit Ave LLC for Special Permit/Variance to build a new single-family home with non-conforming setbacks and lot coverage
• Continued hearing on Eduardo DaSilva’s petition to convert 435 Newport Road from a 2-family to a 3-family home in a Single Family B Zone, continued to March 18
• Review and acceptance of meeting minutes
• Review of rules and regulations

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for a special permit/variance to build a new single-family home at 49 Summit Avenue to April 1, 2025. The board asked the applicant to work with his architect to reduce the home's size and lot coverage after neighbors raised concerns about massing, parking, and neighborhood character. The board also continued a separate hearing for 435 Newport Road to March 18, 2025, and approved minutes from two prior meetings. No final decisions were made on either application.

• Continued 49 Summit Avenue hearing to April 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 435 Newport Road hearing to March 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will hear Town Manager updates and budget discussions, and will consider three citizen petitions: one to remove the Town Manager as Hull Municipal Light Plant Manager, one to amend the Inclusionary Housing Bylaw to require 100% affordable units in new multi-family developments, and one to rezone several town-owned and conservation parcels as Public Open Space. The board may also discuss a warrant article on speaking rules at Town Meeting.

• Citizen’s petition (Jake Villaincourt) to remove Town Manager as Hull Municipal Light Plant Manager and restore statutory authority to the Light Board of Commissioners
• Citizen’s petition (Lisa French) to amend Inclusionary Housing Bylaw (Section 410-4.9) to require 100% of units in new multi-family developments to be affordable for households at or below 80% of Boston area median income
• Citizen’s petition (Lisa French) to rezone several parcels as Public Open Space, including Straits Pond & Island, Weir River Estuary, Rockaway Annex, Weir River Woods, and Newport Road water access
• Warrant article (George Boylen) to amend Town Meeting speaking rules (time limits and procedures)
• Town Manager updates and budget discussion covering Harbormaster, Sewer, Community TV, and Hull Municipal Light Plant

The Hull Advisory Board held a budget discussion covering the Harbormaster, Sewer, Community TV, and Hull Municipal Light Plant departments, and reviewed three citizen petitions. No formal votes were taken on the budget or petitions; the board requested more information on sewer borrowing and fee changes, and postponed approval of minutes.

• Reviewed FY26 budget for Harbormaster, Sewer, Community TV, and Light Plant
• Requested more info on $16M sewer borrowing article
• Requested sewer department present fee change details
• Discussed citizen petition to remove Town Manager as Light Plant Manager
• Discussed citizen petition to amend inclusionary housing bylaw
• Discussed citizen petition to rezone parcels as public open space
• Postponed approval of minutes to next meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The Hull Community Preservation Committee will hold a remote meeting to discuss the Affordable Housing Trust, prepare for an upcoming Advisory Board meeting on March 10, review updates on prior CPA grants and projects, approve minutes from the February 3 meeting, and review outstanding invoices. No votes on specific funding or new project proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Affordable Housing Trust
• Preparation for Advisory Board meeting on March 10, 2025
• Review of updates on prior CPA grants and projects
• Approval of minutes from CPC meeting of February 3, 2025
• Review and approval of outstanding invoices

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board will meet to discuss the Light Plant Manager's report, which includes a budget presentation to the Advisory Board and a discussion on the PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) payment structure. The board will also review a rate study update from the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company. Minutes from previous meetings are scheduled for approval.

• Budget presentation to Advisory Board
• PILOT payment structure discussion
• Rate study update from Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024 and January 16, 2025 meetings

Historic District Commission

The Hull Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for work at 22 Main Street. The proposed alterations include roof and trim/eaves repair, replacement of three dormer windows with specific Anderson double-hung windows, and removal of the chimney. The hearing is scheduled for Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM at St. Nicholas Methodist Church.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application for 22 Main Street
• Roof and trim/eaves repair
• Replace (3) dormer windows with Anderson Series A, double hung, 2 over 2, full divided lights
• Removal of chimney
• Public hearing on February 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM at St. Nicholas Methodist Church

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold discussions on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and signage zoning bylaws. The board will also review several citizens petitions regarding development and zoning. This meeting is not a public hearing; a public hearing on these articles is scheduled for March 12.

• ADU Discussion
• Signage Zoning Bylaw Discussion
• Citizens Petition — Affordable Multi-Family Development
• Citizens Petition — Flexible Plan Development
• Citizens Petition — Rockaway Town Owned Parcels Zoned for Open Space

The Hull Planning Board held a discussion-only meeting, reviewing updates to the ADU bylaw, a proposed signage bylaw, and several citizen petitions for Town Meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items. The board tabled approval of the February 12 minutes and heard project updates.

• Tabled approval of February 12 minutes to next meeting
• Discussed updated ADU bylaw with revisions from Town Counsel
• Reviewed signage bylaw proposal endorsed by Select Board
• Discussed citizen petition on affordable multi-family development
• Discussed citizen petition to repeal Flexible Plan Development Bylaw
• Discussed two citizen petitions on rental-to-condo conversion
• Discussed rezoning town-owned parcels to open space
• Adjourned unanimously

Select Board

The Hull Select Board unanimously approved the transfer of alcohol, common victualer, and entertainment licenses from Shoreline Grill to Paragon Grill LLC at 43 Hull Shore Drive. The board also unanimously adopted updated Town Financial Policies and referred four zoning bylaw amendments to the Planning Board for public hearings. Additionally, the board accepted the resignation of Planning Board member Harry Hibbard.

• Approved transfer of Alcohol, Common Victualer, and Entertainment licenses from Shoreline Grill to Paragon Grill LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Town Financial Policies as presented (unanimous)
• Referred four zoning bylaw amendments to Planning Board for public hearings (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Harry Hibbard from Planning Board (unanimous)

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss planning and details for a clean up day.

• Planning for clean up day

Retirement Board

The Hull Contributory Retirement Board voted unanimously to request a $20,000 COLA base and grant a 3% COLA increase effective July 1, 2025. They also approved February warrants, accepted three new police employees, and tabled a military service buyback request pending research. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely routine.

• Approved request to Town Meeting for $20,000 COLA base effective 7/1/2025 (unanimous)
• Granted 3% COLA increase effective 7/1/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 Bill and Payroll Warrants (unanimous)
• Accepted Neil Reilly, Clerk, Police Dept Group 1 into retirement system (unanimous)
• Accepted Nickolas Gianibas, Police Officer, Police Dept Group 4 (unanimous)
• Accepted Andrew Reilly, Police Officer, Police Dept Group 4 (unanimous)
• Tabled Andrew Reilly's military service buyback request pending research
• Approved minutes from January 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting on February 25, 2025, to discuss several permit applications and administrative items. The most significant actions are three Notices of Intent for new residential and commercial construction, along with requests to determine applicability for smaller projects. The board will also consider amending conditions for pedestrian accessways through the primary dune at Nantasket Beach and issue a certificate of compliance for 90 Main Street.

• Notice of Intent for demolishing existing house and constructing a 2-story home at 128 A Atlantic Avenue
• Notice of Intent for a proposed 3-story duplex house at 127-129 Bay Avenue
• Notice of Intent for a 2-story building with 4 garage bays at 15 Nantasket Avenue
• Request to amend Orders of Conditions for pedestrian accessways through primary dune along N. Nantasket Beach (SE35-1831)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for an 8'x12' elevated shed at 130 Atlantic Avenue

The Hull Conservation Commission issued negative determinations for a shed at 130 Atlantic Avenue and a permeable paver patio at 124 Atlantic Avenue, with a special condition for a 1-foot buffer on the latter. Several Notices of Intent were continued to the 3/11 meeting, including projects at 128A Atlantic Ave, 127-129 Bay St, and 15 Nantasket Ave. The commission also amended an Order of Conditions for a path maintenance project and suspended fines for 60 days at 246 Nantasket Road pending a Notice of Intent.

• Issued negative determination for 8'x12' shed at 130 Atlantic Ave (5-0)
• Issued negative determination for permeable paver patio at 124 Atlantic Ave with 1-foot buffer condition (5-0)
• Continued NOI for 128A Atlantic Ave demolition/construction to 3/11 (5-0)
• Continued NOI for 127-129 Bay St duplex to 3/11 (5-0)
• Continued NOI for 15 Nantasket Ave commercial building to 3/11 (5-0)
• Amended Order of Conditions for path maintenance (35-1831) (5-0)
• Suspended fines for 60 days at 246 Nantasket Road pending NOI filing (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 2/11/2025 (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider requests for determinations and notices of intent for several residential projects. The body will also review an amendment for pedestrian accessways on N. Nantasket Beach and a certificate of compliance for 90 Main Street.

• Notice of Intent: Demolish house and build 2-story home at 128 A Atlantic Avenue
• Notice of Intent: Build 3-story duplex at 127-129 Bay Avenue
• Notice of Intent: Build 2-story building with 4 garage bays at 15 Nantasket Avenue
• Request to amend Orders of Conditions for pedestrian accessways along N. Nantasket Beach
• Certificate of Compliance for 90 Main Street

Board of Assessors

The Hull Board of Assessors will review and act on minutes from January 28, 2025, discuss a warrant article regarding the 221 and 22J Veteran Exemption, consider transfer of overlay funds, and sign an updated Gateway authorization letter. The board will also enter executive session to discuss real estate and personal property abatements and senior exemption applications.

• Review and act on minutes from January 28, 2025 meeting
• Review warrant article on 221 and 22J Veteran Exemption
• Review and act on transfer of overlay funds
• Review and sign updated Gateway authorization letter
• Enter executive session to discuss abatements and senior exemption applications

The Board of Assessors approved the transfer of $500,000 in overlay funds to the general fund, as requested by the Town Accountant. They also reviewed two proposed warrant articles for new veteran exemptions and entered executive session to discuss senior exemptions and abatements. The minutes from January 28, 2025, were accepted.

• Approved transfer of $500,000 in overlay funds to general fund (all in favor)
• Accepted minutes of January 28, 2025 (all in favor)
• Reviewed two proposed warrant articles for veteran exemptions (no vote recorded)
• Entered executive session to discuss senior exemptions and abatements (all in favor)

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission approved the January 2025 meeting minutes. Updates were provided on the Fort Revere Water Tower renovation, which is expected to begin before end of March, and on the First Town Hall/Fire Station project, where funding and design challenges remain. The commission also noted uncertainty regarding President Trump's executive order freezing historic preservation grants.

• Approved January 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted Fort Revere Water Tower renovation to begin before end of March 2025
• Discussed removal of original staircase at Fort Revere Water Tower due to being beyond repair
• Discussed funding and design challenges for First Town Hall/Fire Station project
• Noted uncertainty over federal historic preservation grant freeze

Stormwater Authority

The Hull Stormwater Authority will meet to review the authority's operations, consider a land disturbance permit application for Procopio at 189-193 Nantasket Avenue and 0 George Washington Boulevard, and discuss an emerging project at 25 Ipswich.

• Review of the Stormwater Authority's structure or operations
• Land Disturbance Permit application for Procopio at 189-193 Nantasket Avenue and 0 George Washington Boulevard
• Discussion of emerging project at 25 Ipswich

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet remotely to review the Library Director's report and discuss seats on the board up for election. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the scheduling of future meetings.

• Seats on the Board up for election
• Library Director report
• Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes

The Hull Public Library Board of Trustees met on February 24, 2025, and approved the January 27 minutes unanimously. The board discussed upcoming trustee openings, with Alice Sloan running for re-election and Emmy Garr likely not running. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 27 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 7:28 PM

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to review the treasurer's report and previous minutes. The body will discuss a letter group regarding Mariners Park and a meeting with leagues concerning field usage.

• Mariners Park Letter Group
• Field usage meeting with leagues
• Treasurer's Report

Advisory Board

The Hull Advisory Board will discuss two citizen petitions: one seeking to repeal the Flexible Plan Development zoning bylaw (Section 410-4.3), and another to raise the quorum requirement for Town Meetings to 150 registered voters. The board will also receive updates from the Town Manager and begin budget reviews with finance officials.

• Citizen's petition to repeal Zoning Bylaws Section 410-4.3 Flexible Plan Development
• Citizen's petition to change quorum requirement for Town Meetings to minimum 150 registered voters
• Town Manager updates
• Budget review with finance (assessor, accountant, collector/treasurer)
• Approval of minutes

The Hull Advisory Board reviewed the draft FY2026 budget, including departmental presentations from the Town Accountant, Treasurer/Collector, Assessors, and Legal, and discussed two citizen petitions: one to repeal the Flexible Plan Development zoning bylaw and another to establish a quorum for Town Meetings. No formal votes were taken on the petitions or budget; the board only approved minutes from prior meetings and adjourned.

• Approved minutes from 12/11/2024 meeting
• Approved minutes from 02/18/2025 meeting
• Adjourned at 9:16 pm

Advisory Board

The Hull Advisory Board will hear three citizens petitions: two seek to amend zoning bylaws to remove the requirement that a portion of mixed-use buildings be used for rental residential units; the third proposes raising the local room occupancy excise tax from 4% to 6% and imposing a 3% impact fee on professionally managed short-term rentals run by operators with multiple properties. The board will also receive updates from the Town Manager.

• Petition from Dana Sceviour to amend Zoning By-law 410-3.5.A(1)(g) to remove the word 'Rental' from the first sentence.
• Petition from Joseph McLaughlin to amend the same section by striking the phrase 'for rental residential use' from the mixed-use description.
• Petition from Christopher Sweeney to raise the local Room Occupancy Excise Tax from 4% to 6%, the state maximum.
• Petition from Christopher Sweeney to charge a 3% impact fee on all professionally managed short-term rentals where the same operator runs multiple BNBs or short-term lodgings, including two- and three-family buildings.
• Town Manager Updates and any new business not reasonably foreseen.

The Hull Advisory Board met on February 18, 2025, and reviewed three citizen petitions: two seeking to amend the zoning bylaw to remove rental restrictions in the business district, and one to raise the local room occupancy excise tax and impose impact fees on short-term rentals. No votes were taken on these petitions; the board discussed them and will request more information from town legal counsel for further discussion. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Reviewed citizen petition to remove 'Rental' from business district permitted uses (no vote)
• Reviewed citizen petition to amend zoning bylaw for property conversion (no vote)
• Reviewed citizen petition to raise room occupancy tax and impose impact fees (no vote)
• Motion to adjourn approved

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals holds three hearings: one new application for a porch variance at 18 Valley Beach Road, and continuations for a 12-unit comprehensive permit project (3 affordable units) at 25 Ipswich Street and a 2-to-3 family conversion at 435 Newport Road. The applicant for the townhome project has requested continuation to March 18, and the conversion applicant to March 4. The board will also review minutes and rules.

• New public hearing: special permit/variance for front porch at 18 Valley Beach Road (left front setback less than required 10 inches)
• Continuation: comprehensive permit for 'The Residences at Rockaway' – 12 townhome units (3 affordable) at 25 Ipswich Street (continued to 3/18)
• Continuation: special permit/variance to convert existing 2-family to 3-family at 435 Newport Road (continued to 3/04)
• Review and acceptance of minutes from prior meetings

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special permit to Tim Marshall to construct a new front porch at 18 Valley Beach Road, with conditions including compliance with all laws and no future expansion into setbacks. The board also continued two public hearings: one for 25 Ipswich LLC's comprehensive permit for 12 townhomes to March 18, 2025, and another for Eduardo DaSilva's two-family to three-family conversion at 435 Newport Road to March 4, 2025. Minutes from February 4, 2025 were approved.

• Granted special permit for front porch at 18 Valley Beach Road (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 25 Ipswich LLC comprehensive permit to March 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 435 Newport Road conversion to March 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 4, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review minutes from January 30 and discuss old business, including the CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative application, planning for a Housing 101 community meeting, and a second community education meeting on the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The committee will also consider the upcoming Annual Town Meeting in May 2025. New business covers other matters not anticipated at the time of posting.

• Review and approval of January 30 meeting minutes
• Discussion of CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative application and Housing 101 community meeting
• Planning for second community education meeting on Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Preparation for Annual Town Meeting week of May 5, 2025

The Affordable Housing Committee reviewed plans for upcoming affordable housing informational meetings and outreach. The Select Board unanimously approved supporting a draft warrant to create a Hull Community Housing Trust fund, subject to review by town counsel and staff. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 30 meeting and discussed outreach efforts, including posting fliers and contacting local groups.

• Approved January 30, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously
• Select Board unanimously approved supporting draft warrant for Hull Community Housing Trust fund (subject to town counsel review)

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee met on February 12, 2025, but without a quorum, so no official committee business occurred. Members attended a Select Board meeting to support a proposed town signage bylaw update, which the Select Board voted to support and referred to the Planning Board.

• Select Board voted in support of proposed sign bylaw changes
• Select Board referred proposed sign bylaw to Planning Board

No Place for Hate Committee

The committee is meeting virtually to plan the 2025 Feast of Conversations. The group will also discuss the schedule for future committee meetings.

• Planning for Feast of Conversations 2025
• Scheduling of future committee meetings

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold discussions regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), zoning, and the Master Plan. The board will also address committee reappointments and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• ADU Discussion
• Zoning Discussion
• Master Plan Discussion
• Zoning Bylaw Committee Reappointment
• Board Meeting Schedule 2025

The Hull Planning Board unanimously approved the scope of work for MAPC to develop the town's Master Plan, with an estimated cost of $150,000. The board also discussed proposed changes to the ADU bylaw to comply with new state guidelines, but did not vote on them. Several other routine items were approved, including the 2025 meeting schedule and the annual report.

• Approved MAPC scope of work for Master Plan development (unanimous)
• Appointed Susan Short Green to Zoning Bylaw Study Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Board Annual Report as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from January 22, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Select Board

The Hull Select Board unanimously approved the town's Designer Selection Policy, accepted a resignation from the Advisory Board, and referred two citizen petition zoning articles to the Planning Board. The board also voted to place an article on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant to create a Hull Community Housing Trust Fund, pending review, and supported a signage bylaw amendment proposed by the Beautification Committee and Design Review Board, referring it to the Planning Board for a public hearing.

• Approved Hull Designer Selection Policy (unanimous)
• Accepted Dan Sullivan's resignation from Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Referred two citizen petition zoning articles to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Placed Housing Trust Fund article on Town Meeting Warrant pending review (unanimous)
• Supported signage bylaw amendment (unanimous)
• Referred signage bylaw amendment to Planning Board for public hearing (unanimous)

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will approve minutes from its January 21 meeting, discuss plans for a clean up day, and review a proposed update to the sign by-law. Old and new business items may also be addressed.

• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2025
• Discussion of a clean up day event
• Sign by-law update review

The Hull Beautification Committee discussed and advanced a proposed sign bylaw, which has been presented to the Chamber of Commerce, DRB, and Economic Development Committee, with a citizen's petition prepared if needed. The committee also began planning the 'Hulluva Cleanup Day' scheduled for April 26, 9am-1pm, though execution details are still in progress. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily discussion and updates.

• Advanced proposed sign bylaw to Select Board presentation (no vote)
• Scheduled 'Hulluva Cleanup Day' for April 26, 9am-1pm (planning stage)
• Discussed creating a WordPress website for the cleanup event (no decision)
• Submitted list of ~60 items needing attention to Town Manager (no action taken)

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports from the Conservation Commission and Select Board. Members will discuss the water Access Study Group and the BMP.

• Update on water Access Study Group
• Discussion regarding the BMP
• Conservation Commission Report
• Select Board Report

The Hull Beach Management Advisory Committee met via Zoom and approved the January minutes unanimously. The main discussion focused on the draft Beach Management Plan, including plover monitoring, beach grass planting, and dog restrictions, with no formal votes taken on these topics. The committee also noted the upcoming citizen petition deadline and scheduled its next meeting for March 18.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous, Nesoff abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 p.m. (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three Requests for Determination of Applicability for work in or near wetland resource areas, including stair replacement, a house addition, and a new two-story house with parking. The commission will also discuss updates to the Floodplain District Overlay Bylaw, town-maintained beach paths, and approve prior meeting minutes.

• 111 Samoset Avenue – replace stairs and install concrete pad (Applicant: Michael Trombiano)
• 78 Samoset Avenue – construct 16 ft. x 20 ft. addition (Applicant: David Sullivan)
• 273 Beach Avenue – proposed two-story house, porch, decks, and permeable parking area (Applicant: Debra deBasto)
• Floodplain District Overlay Bylaw update regarding dunes
• Town-maintained beach paths SE35-1831, DEP intervention update

No Place for Hate Committee

The No Place For Hate Committee will meet virtually to approve prior minutes, hear a treasurer's report, and plan the 2025 Feast of Conversations event. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily administrative and preparatory.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Treasurer's report on committee funds
• Planning for Feast of Conversations 2025 event
• Discussion of future committee meeting dates
• Land acknowledgment at start of meeting

Historic District Commission

The Hull Historic District Commission will meet to review plans for the Village Town Hall and Fire Station and discuss district design standards and outreach. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other items that may come before the commission. No votes or dollar amounts are specified.

• Review of Village Town Hall/Fire Station plans
• Discussion of District Design Standards and outreach
• Approval of meeting minutes

Select Board

The Hull Select Board unanimously approved the removal of three maple trees at 49 Prospect Street, with the condition that the Cunninghams replace them with three mature trees (8-18 feet tall) by the end of 2025, planted away from power lines. The board also unanimously approved forming a 10-member 250th Anniversary Committee, reaffirmed the No Place for Hate Pledge, adopted the Dignity Pledge, and approved several licenses and appointments.

• Approved removal of 3 maple trees at 49 Prospect Street with replacement by 3 mature trees by end of 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved formation of 10-member 250th Anniversary Committee with 4 citizens at large (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed No Place for Hate Pledge (unanimous)
• Adopted Dignity Pledge (unanimous)
• Approved one-day wine and malt license for Hull Lifesaving Museum on Dec 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Vinny Harte's continued service on Affordable Housing Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Hull Harbor Illumination on July 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Kim Roy and William Smyth from Economic Development Committee (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Hull Council on Aging will meet on February 4, 2025, to review the long-term needs of the Senior Center, including a 2022 Needs Assessment presentation to the Board of Selectmen. The council will also nominate and elect officers such as Vice Chair(s) and Secretary, and discuss a field trip to Memorial School.

• Review and discuss 2022 presentation to Board of Selectmen on Senior Center Needs Assessment
• Nomination and election of council roles including Vice Chair(s) and Secretary
• Update on scheduling Council field trip to Memorial School
• Review opportunities to support short-term needs of Senior Center

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will open one new hearing and continue two pending hearings. The board will consider a comprehensive permit under Chapter 40B for a 12-unit townhome development with three affordable units at 25 Ipswich Street. Also on the agenda are a variance to enclose a side porch at 69 H Street and a special permit to convert a two-family home into a three-family at 435 Newport Road.

• Continuation of comprehensive permit hearing for 12 townhome units (3 affordable) at 25 Ipswich Street (The Residences at Rockaway)
• New public hearing for special permit/variance to enclose right side porch at 69 H Street
• Continuation of hearing for special permit to convert existing 2-family to 3-family at 435 Newport Road
• Review and acceptance of prior meeting minutes
• Review of board rules and regulations

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a special permit for Gail Tomlak to enclose the right side porch at 69 H Street, despite an edited survey concern, with standard conditions. The board continued the comprehensive permit hearing for 25 Ipswich LLC (12 townhome units, 3 affordable) to February 18, 2025, to resolve outstanding issues. The board also continued the special permit/variance hearing for 435 Newport Road (two-family to three-family conversion) to the next meeting. Minutes from January 21, 2025, were approved.

• Approved special permit for porch enclosure at 69 H Street (unanimous)
• Continued 25 Ipswich LLC comprehensive permit hearing to Feb 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 435 Newport Road special permit/variance hearing to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Jan 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Hull Clean Energy Climate Action Committee

The Hull Clean Energy Climate Action Committee will review progress on clean energy initiatives, consider new ideas, and discuss a chairperson's technology experiment. The agenda also includes addressing Hull Times articles and approving previous meeting minutes. The meeting appears procedural with no specific actions or votes listed.

• Progress updates on energy initiatives
• Discussion of new energy ideas
• Chairperson's tech experiment
• Review of Hull Times articles and commentary
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet remotely on February 3, 2025. Items include a grant presentation from Saint Nicholas Church, review of prior CPA grants/projects, approval of minutes, and outstanding invoices. The committee will then deliberate and vote on which projects to recommend for Annual Town Meeting.

• Saint Nicholas Church presents their grant application
• Review updates on prior CPA grants/projects
• Approval of minutes from CPC 1/6/25 meeting
• Review and approve outstanding invoices
• Deliberation and vote on projects to move forward to Annual Town Meeting

The Hull Community Preservation Committee voted to move eight grant applications to the 2025 Annual Town Meeting for final approval, including $137,500 for the Hull Life Saving Museum boathouse restoration, $530,000 for Friends Park/Jones Playground, and $35,000 for St. Nicholas Church exterior work. Two projects were not approved: the Village Fire Station and the Village Playground and Basketball Court Construction. The committee also approved minutes from the previous meeting and paid an administrative invoice.

• Approved $137,500 for Hull Life Saving Museum Boathouse Restoration (unanimous)
• Approved $111,000 for Lifesaving Museum Restoration (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 for Paragon Carousel (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 for St. Nicholas Church exterior paint/gutter work (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 for Town Historical Records (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 for Community Housing Reserve (unanimous)
• Approved $530,000 for Friends Park/Jones Playground (unanimous)
• Denied Village Fire Station project (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Committee

The Hull Affordable Housing Committee will review and approve its January 9 meeting minutes, then discuss old business items including a CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative application and planning for a Housing 101 community meeting. They will also review a proposed article recommendation to the Select Board concerning the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund and set a date for a second community education meeting. New business covers any other matters not anticipated at the time of posting.

• Review of proposed article recommendation to the Select Board for the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative application with team lead report
• Outreach and planning for a Housing 101 community meeting
• Determine date for second community education meeting on affordable housing
• Approval of January 9, 2025 meeting minutes

The Hull Affordable Housing Committee approved a revised draft warrant article to establish a Hull Community Housing Trust Fund, sending it to Town Counsel and the Select Board for review. The committee also scheduled two community education forums: an Affordable Housing 101 meeting on March 6 and a second forum on April 10 about the proposed housing trust fund. The January 9 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved revised draft warrant article for Hull Community Housing Trust Fund, sent to Town Counsel (unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Scheduled Affordable Housing 101 forum for March 6 at Memorial Middle School
• Scheduled second community education forum on housing trust fund for April 10

Sewer Commission

The Permanent Sewer Commission will meet to review the year-to-date FY25 budget and the 2024 Annual Report. The body will also discuss sewer bylaws, policies, and the Sewer Asset Management Program.

• FY25 YTD Budget Review
• Weir River Water Consumption/Revenue
• Sewer Asset Management Program
• Sewer Rehab Fund and Permitting
• 2024 Annual Report

The Hull Sewer Commission unanimously approved a Sewer Rehab Fee Increase and Permitting By-Law Change, raising the fee from $500 to $1,300 per bedroom, to be presented at Town Meeting in May. The Commission also approved changes to the Sewer Bill Abatement/Adjustment Policy, renaming it from 'Metered Non-Returned Flow Abatement Policy'. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals of minutes and updates on projects and budget.

• Approved Sewer Rehab Fee Increase and Permitting By-Law Change (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Sewer Bill Abatement/Adjustment Policy (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 18, 2024 (unanimous)

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will hold its first meeting of 2025 to organize, review its capital improvement policy and process, assess the current capital inventory, and begin reviewing capital improvement requests. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural and organizational.

• Committee introductions and organization
• Capital improvement policy and process review
• Current capital inventory review
• Capital improvement request review

Board of Assessors

The Hull Board of Assessors will meet on January 28, 2025, to review and sign minutes from prior meetings, consider extension requests for personal property and income/expense forms, and review motor vehicle and real estate warrants. The board will also review monthly abatement reports and enter executive session to discuss new senior and veteran exemption applications. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or budget items on the agenda.

• Review and sign minutes from October 8, 2024 and November 6, 2024 meetings
• Personal Property Form List Extension Request
• Income & Expense Extension Request
• Review FY2025 Real Estate Warrants
• Enter Executive session: Discuss new Senior and Veteran Exemptions applications

The Hull Board of Assessors approved two Personal Property Forms of List extension requests until June 1, 2025, and one Income & Expense Form extension until May 1, 2025. They also reviewed and signed motor vehicle and real estate warrants, and monthly abatement reports. The board entered executive session to discuss Senior, Veteran, and CPA Exemptions, then returned to open meeting and adjourned.

• Approved two Personal Property Forms of List extension requests until June 1, 2025
• Approved one Income & Expense Form extension request until May 1, 2025
• Reviewed and signed motor vehicle warrants
• Reviewed and signed real estate warrants
• Reviewed and signed monthly abatement reports
• Entered executive session to discuss Senior, Veteran, and CPA Exemptions

No Place for Hate Committee

The committee will review past events, including a Martin Luther King Jr. event and a Braver Angels presentation, and begin planning its 2025 Feast of Conversations. Other routine business includes approving minutes and a treasurer's report.

• Review of Martin Luther King Jr. event
• Review of Braver Angels presentation from January 9, 2025 meeting
• Planning for Feast of Conversations 2025
• Approval of minutes and treasurer's report
• Discussion of future committee meetings

The committee reviewed the MLK Day event, discussed improvements for next year, and decided not to involve Braver Angels. They began planning the 2025 Feast of Conversation with a new format and set action items. No formal votes were taken.

• Declined Braver Angels participation in Feast of Conversation
• Set planning dates for Feast of Conversation (March 22, 23, 29, 30, April 5, 6)
• Assigned action items for Blue Sky exploration, food drive data, and school venue inquiry

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission will meet remotely on January 28, 2025, to discuss a Floodplain District Overlay Bylaw related to dunes and an update to the Beach Management Plan. They will also consider Certificates of Compliance for three properties and address non-compliances and possible violations.

• Certificate of Compliance for 20 Touraine Ave (SE35-1712)
• Certificate of Compliance for 55 A Street (SE35-1825)
• Certificate of Compliance for 69 Hampton Circle (SE35-1873)
• Discussion of Floodplain District Overlay Bylaw re: Dunes
• Beach Management Plan Update

The Hull Conservation Commission issued certificates of compliance for 20 Touraine Ave, 55 A Street, and 69 Hampton Circle, all unanimously. It discussed a violation at 246 Nantasket Road, recommending an NOI with an engineering study, and tabled a dune-related bylaw discussion.

• Issued certificate of compliance for 20 Touraine Ave (unanimous)
• Issued order of conditions for 55 A Street (unanimous)
• Issued certificate of completion for 69 Hampton Circle (unanimous)
• Recommended NOI with engineering study for 246 Nantasket Road violation
• Tabled Floodplain District Overlay Bylaw discussion

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The Weir River Estuary Park Committee held a remote meeting on January 28, 2025, but the minutes contain only the meeting notice and agenda, with no record of actions taken, votes, or discussion outcomes. The agenda included approving previous minutes, updates on estuary initiatives, and planning for the annual report, but no substantive decisions are documented.

Economic Development Committee

The Hull Economic Development Committee meets remotely to reorganize, review prior minutes, and hear presentations on potential commercial signage bylaw changes and a proposed art center from Hull Artists. The agenda is largely informational, with no votes or contracts listed.

• Presentation on potential changes to bylaws regarding commercial signage
• Presentation from Hull Artists regarding art center
• Reorganization of committee
• Review of previous meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Hull Library Board of Trustees is holding a routine meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and receive the Library Director's report. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2024 and November 18, 2024 meetings
• Library Director report
• Discussion of future Trustee meetings

The Hull Public Library Board of Trustees met on January 27, 2025, and approved the minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting unanimously. The board also reviewed the director's report and scheduled a future meeting for February 24, 2025, on Zoom. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 24, 2025, on Zoom

Board of Health

The Board of Health will reorganize, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss its directives and initiatives for 2025. No specific proposals or financial items are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural.

• Reorganization of the board
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Discussion of board directives and initiatives for 2025

The Board of Health approved its annual report and unanimously voted to reorganize, keeping Jennifer Butler Rickard as chair and Janet Scribner as co-chair. The board also accepted the June 15, 2023 meeting minutes with Sarah Chorney abstaining. Discussions covered 2025 initiatives, trash complaints, and new online tools (OpenGov, SeeClickFix), but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved annual report (unanimous)
• Reorganized board: Butler Rickard as chair, Scribner as co-chair (unanimous)
• Accepted June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0, Chorney abstained)

Select Board

The Hull Select Board unanimously approved Police Chief John Dunn's recommendation to offer Thomas Chase a full-time police officer position, contingent on medical, physical, psychological, and fitness testing. The board also unanimously approved multiple one-day wine, malt, and liquor licenses for the Hull Lifesaving Museum and Hull Knights of Columbus events. Discussions covered the board's role as Traffic Commissioners, with members differing on involvement in road projects like the Nantasket Seawall, and updates on coyote incidents, MBTA bus line changes, and the seawall project pause.

• Approved Thomas Chase as full-time police officer pending testing (unanimous)
• Approved 8 one-day wine and malt licenses for Hull Lifesaving Museum events (unanimous)
• Approved 3 one-day liquor licenses for Hull Knights of Columbus events (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Rescheduled February Select Board meeting to February 26 (consensus)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and zoning. The agenda also includes project and committee updates.

• ADU Discussion
• Zoning Discussion
• Project updates
• Committee/Subcommittee updates

The Hull Planning Board heard a presentation from the Design Review Board and Beautification Committee on a proposed zoning bylaw to regulate commercial signs, electronic message boards, and billboards, but took no formal action. The board also discussed required updates to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw to comply with a new state statute effective February 2, 2025, including removing caps on units and owner-occupancy requirements. No votes were taken on these items; the board only adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (no substantive votes taken)

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee voted to forward its latest version of proposed town signage bylaws to the select board. It also voted to hold a single-day cleanup event, 'Hulluva Cleanup Day,' on April 26 from 9am to 1pm, with execution details to be determined. Minutes from the January 7 meeting were revised but not approved, with a vote deferred to the next meeting.

• Voted to send updated signage bylaws to select board
• Voted to hold 'Hulluva Cleanup Day' on April 26, 9am-1pm
• Deferred approval of 1/7/25 minutes to next meeting

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to welcome new board members and review the Resource Guide regarding roles and responsibilities. The meeting includes a board orientation and a report from the Director.

• Welcome of new board members
• Review of Resource Guide roles and responsibilities
• Board Orientation Binder review
• Director's Report

Retirement Board

The Hull Retirement Board will hold a routine monthly meeting to approve minutes from December 2024, sign the January 2025 bill and payroll warrants, and discuss new employees, payroll changes, refund requests, and transfer requests. No major policy decisions or financial figures are specified in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from December 17, 2024
• Approve and sign Bill Warrant and Payroll Warrant for January 2025
• Review new employee enrollments and payroll changes
• Consider refund requests and transfer requests
• Discuss new business, old business, and informational mail

The Hull Contributory Retirement Board approved a placeholder Town Meeting warrant article for a COLA increase to $20,000 effective July 1, 2026, pending a February 25, 2025 hearing. They also approved Alternative 3 for the actuarial valuation, maintaining a 4% cost and 7.4% assumed rate of return. The board approved January 2025 warrants, accepted four new employees, approved a benefit recalculation, a transfer, and a refund.

• Approved January 2025 Bill and Payroll Warrants (unanimous)
• Authorized $425,000 liquidation from PRIT for January payroll
• Accepted new employees Griffin Bezanson, Theresa Garvey, Amy O'Brien, Noelle Baglione (unanimous)
• Approved recalculation of Daniel Evans' retirement benefit to $6,200.10/month (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $3,592.04 to Plymouth County Retirement Board for Lisa Bisio (unanimous)
• Approved refund of $40,857.39 net to Joshua Saucier (unanimous)
• Approved placeholder warrant article for COLA increase to $20,000 effective July 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Alternative 3 with 4% cost and 7.4% investment return assumption (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding special permits and variances for residential and commercial properties. The board will consider requests for additions, family-unit conversions, and new construction.

• Public hearing for an addition at 42 L Street (lot coverage exceeds 30%)
• Public hearing to convert a 2-family to a 3-family home at 435 Newport Road
• Public hearing for a 30’x60’ building with garage bays and offices at 15 Nantasket Ave
• Public hearing to remove existing houses and construct a two-family house at 127-129 Bay St

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals granted special permits for three projects: a home addition at 42 L Street, a new commercial building at 15 Nantasket Avenue, and a new two-family house at 127-129 Bay Street. The board also continued a hearing for a two-family to three-family conversion at 435 Newport Road to February 4, 2025, and approved the minutes from the January 7 meeting.

• Granted special permit for addition at 42 L Street (unanimous)
• Granted special permit for 30'x60' commercial building at 15 Nantasket Avenue (unanimous)
• Granted special permit for two-family house at 127-129 Bay Street (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for 435 Newport Road three-family conversion to Feb 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Jan 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from its previous meeting and discuss strategies for Clean-up Day campaigns. The agenda also includes old and new business items. This meeting is largely procedural with no specific financial or regulatory actions listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 7, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of Clean-up Day campaigns and strategies

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Beach Management Advisory Committee will meet to receive reports from the Conservation Commission and Select Board. The committee will discuss the water Access Study Group and the kickoff meeting for the new Beach Management Plan (BMP).

• Update on water Access Study Group
• Update on kickoff meeting for the new BMP
• Discussion regarding the BMP

The Hull Beach Management Advisory Committee unanimously approved the December meeting minutes. Members discussed the waterfront access study, which had about 600 respondents with over 50% prioritizing beach access, and raised concerns about mobility issues and transparency. The committee also discussed the upcoming beach management plan with Woods Hole Group, with a draft due by early March and a virtual outreach meeting scheduled for February 4.

• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous; Nessoff and Kanet abstained)
• Discussed waterfront access study findings and mobility concerns
• Green to recommend presenting list of accepted/excluded access points to Waterfront Access Working Group
• Anne Marie to contact Community Preservation Committee about presenting findings at town meeting
• Discussed beach management plan kickoff with Woods Hole Group; draft due early March

Historical Commission

The Hull Historical Commission will meet to review minutes, discuss changes to the First Evening Baseball Game storyboard illustration, and consider additional town-owned assets for National Register listing. The Commission will also follow up on potential grants for rehabilitation of the Village Town Hall/Fire Station.

• Review minutes of November 2024 meeting
• Review changes to illustration for storyboard on First Evening Baseball Game
• Discuss additional town-owned assets for National Register of Historic Places nomination
• Follow up on research for grants (non-CPA) to rehabilitate Village Town Hall/Fire Station
• Updates on HHC mission

The Hull Historical Commission approved the completed story board commemorating the first evening baseball game, to be installed on private property on Caddish Ave. The commission also discussed grant opportunities for preserving the Village Town Hall/Fire Station, including federal fire services grants and CPA-funded projects, and reviewed a $25,000 CPA grant application for historic asset nominations. No formal votes were taken on these discussions.

• Approved November 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved story board for first evening baseball game; installation on Caddish Ave. at no cost to town
• Discussed grant research for Village Town Hall/Fire Station preservation; no action taken
• Reviewed $25,000 CPA grant application for historic asset nominations; no vote recorded

Light Board

The Hull Municipal Light Board is meeting to discuss a rate study update presented by the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company and a revision to a solar application. The board will also hear reports from the Light Plant Manager and Operations Manager, and consider approval of minutes from the November 2024 meeting.

• Rate study update from Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company
• Solar application revision under new business
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024 board meeting
• Light Plant Manager’s Report and Operations Manager’s Report

Cultural Council

The Hull Cultural Council will conduct final review and voting on grant requests for the 2025 grant cycle. The meeting includes roll call, new business, and discussion of the FY25 calendar. Decisions made will determine funding allocations for local cultural projects.

• Final review of HCC grant requests for the 2025 grant cycle
• Final voting on grantees for the 2025 grant cycle
• New business discussion
• FY25 calendar review

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The Weir River Estuary Park Committee held a remote meeting on January 14, 2025, with an agenda covering housekeeping, updates on the Trail to Straits Pond Island, Waterfront Access Study Committee representation, and changes to the Land Protection Plan. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded; the minutes are procedural only.

Conservation Commission

The Hull Conservation Commission voted 5-2 to issue an Order of Conditions for the Paragon Dunes mixed-use building at 189 & 193 Nantasket Ave and 0 George Washington Blvd, subject to special conditions. The commission also issued a negative determination for a shed replacement at 34 L Street, and discussed follow-up on 71 Highland Ave and 9 Manomet Ave.

• Issued Order of Conditions for Paragon Dunes project (5-2)
• Issued negative determination for shed replacement at 34 L Street (7-0)
• Denied motion to revise dune finding as significant (0-5)
• Discussed as-built survey and amendment for 71 Highland Ave
• Noted 246 Nantasket Road after-the-fact denial, fining to begin

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review the CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative application and the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The body is identifying team leads and planning for technical assistance trainings from MHP.

• Review of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new members Kathie Donahue Bogdan and Nancy Boyce
• CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative Application status
• Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund sub-committee report
• Application to MHP for technical assistance

The Hull Affordable Housing Committee approved minutes from November 12, 2024, with one abstention. The committee was approved for the full CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative, a one-year public education assistance program. They also discussed a potential 17-unit development at the former Kelly property and a Chapter 40B project in Rockaway Annex, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (one abstention)
• Approved for CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative (full, 1-year)

No Place for Hate Committee

The No Place for Hate Committee will meet virtually to receive a presentation from the Braver Angels Massachusetts state coordinator. The discussion will focus on Braver Angels workshops and services.

• Presentation on Braver Angels workshops and services

The Hull No Place for Hate Committee met on January 9, 2025, via Zoom. The only substantive item was a presentation by Daphne Burt, Massachusetts Coordinator for Braver Angels, on their workshops and services, followed by discussion. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• No formal decisions or votes were taken at the meeting

Select Board

The Hull Select Board unanimously approved two one-day liquor licenses for the Knights of Columbus, one for a lacrosse event on January 10 and one for a birthday party on February 1. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings and heard updates from the Chamber of Commerce and town manager. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved one-day liquor license for Knights of Columbus, Jan 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Knights of Columbus, Feb 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Dec 4, 11, and 18, 2024 meetings (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to issue a decision regarding a special permit for 175 George Washington Blvd. The board will also discuss zoning and review an ADU letter.

• Special permit decision for 175 George Washington Blvd
• Discussion regarding zoning
• Review of ADU letter

The Hull Planning Board voted to review traffic conditions at the ACS facility at 175 George Washington Boulevard after one year, given the change in use from recreational marijuana approval. The board also discussed zoning bylaw changes (signage, NBOD, building distances), reviewed a draft letter to the state on ADU concerns, and appointed Cindy Borges to the Master Plan Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved one-year traffic review at ACS facility, 175 George Washington Blvd (4-0-1, Reilly abstained)
• Appointed Cindy Borges as Planning Board representative to Master Plan Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 meeting (4-0-1, Reilly abstained)

Cultural Council

The Hull Cultural Council will review grant applications for the 2025 grant cycle and discuss preparations for a voting meeting. They will also nominate and select a new chairman for 2025 and beyond, and go over the FY25 calendar. The meeting is largely administrative and focused on funding decisions.

• Review of HCC grant requests for the 2025 grant cycle
• Preparation for grant voting meeting
• Nomination and selection of a new HCC chairman for 2025 and beyond
• Discussion of FY25 calendar

Beautification Committee

The Hull Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from December 2024, discuss prioritization of projects, review new developments on the Adopt an Island project, and plan for Clean-up Day campaigns. The meeting also includes updates on signage and old/new business.

• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2024 meeting
• Prioritize projects
• Review new findings on Adopt an Island project scope and direction
• Discuss Clean-up Day campaigns

The Hull Beautification Committee unanimously voted to send a comprehensive report of town maintenance items and a proposed maintenance policy to the Town Manager. The committee also discussed an 'Adopt an Island' proposal awaiting direction, postponed clean-up day discussions, and reviewed a draft signage bylaw.

• Approved sending maintenance report and policy suggestions to Town Manager (unanimous)
• Agreed on updated thank you card design
• Postponed Clean-up Day discussion to next meeting
• Discussed signage bylaw draft, no vote taken

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hull Zoning Board of Appeals continued three public hearings to later dates: 435 Newport Road (two-family to three-family conversion) to January 21, 42 L Street (addition exceeding lot coverage) to January 21, and 25 Ipswich Street (12-unit townhome comprehensive permit) to February 4. The board granted a special permit for a 16'x20' addition at 78 Samoset Avenue with standard conditions. It also approved prior minutes and reorganized leadership.

• Continued 435 Newport Road hearing to Jan 21 (unanimous)
• Granted special permit for 78 Samoset Avenue addition (unanimous)
• Continued 42 L Street hearing to Jan 21 (unanimous)
• Continued 25 Ipswich Street comprehensive permit hearing to Feb 4 (unanimous)
• Approved Dec 3, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Patrick Finn as Chair and Richard Hennessey as Clerk (unanimous)

Hull Clean Energy Climate Action Committee

The Clean Energy Climate Action Committee will receive a progress update on the Town Dump Solar Farm feasibility study and funding opportunities. Members will also discuss new state legislation on power facility siting (the climate bill) and long-term steps for the Sustainable Action Plan. The committee will consider Hull Times articles, approve previous minutes, and schedule the next meeting.

• Progress update: Town Dump Solar Farm Feasibility & Funding
• Discussion on new Power Facility Siting Legislation (climate bill)
• SAP (Sustainable Action Plan) steps, long term
• Hull Times articles / entries / commentary
• Approve old minutes and schedule subsequent meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hear presentations from proponents of nine projects requesting a total of $3,553,500 in CPA funds. Projects span open space, historic preservation, community housing, and administration. The committee will also review updates on prior grants, approve minutes, and consider outstanding invoices. If time runs short, the meeting may continue on January 13.

• Village Playground and Basketball Court Construction: $580,000
• Friends Park/Jones Playground Construction: $530,000
• Boathouse Restoration Phase: $137,500
• Paragon Carousel Roof Replacement: $125,000
• Village Fire Station Reconstruction (options ranging from $500,000 to $735,000)

The Hull Community Preservation Committee met remotely on January 6, 2025, to review eight grant applications, including requests from the Hull Life Saving Museum, Paragon Carousel, and town departments. No funding decisions were made; the committee only approved the minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting and an invoice for administrative services. The committee scheduled a follow-up meeting for January 13, 2025, to hear from the Saint Nicholas Church applicant who was absent.

• Approved minutes of 12/9/24 meeting (unanimous, Greg G. abstained)
• Approved payment to Carol Costello for administrative services (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 8:04 pm (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Hull Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a proposed one-story 12x18 rear addition to a house at 19 Newton Street. The hearing is required because the commission determines the alteration has a substantial effect on the Historic District.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for 19 Newton Street property owned by Michael Delaney
• Proposed work: 12x18 one-story addition to the rear of the house
• Properties notified: 15, 18, 20, 27 Newton; 28, 30, 32 Western; 79 Main

The Hull Historic District Commission approved a one-story rear addition to the cape house at 19 Newton Street, with conditions on window style and siding material. The commission also voted to move its standing meetings to the first Thursday of each month. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussions only.

• Approved addition at 19 Newton Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Moved standing meetings to first Thursday of the month (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 12/12/24 (unanimous)