Water Rates Set for FY27; Select Board Weighs Drone, Vehicle Purchases

The Hingham Board of Water Commissioners approved water usage rates for the coming fiscal year at its June 30 meeting, while the Sewer Commission set its FY2026 rate. The rate actions come as other town boards moved on public-safety equipment purchases, school building upgrades and routine governance matters.

Other Recent Actions

The Select Board discussed agreements for several major purchases June 30, including a drone-as-first-responder system from AXON/Skydio, a 31-foot patrol vessel from SAFE Boats International, a DPW tractor from Kenworth and two pickup trucks from Liberty Chevrolet. No dollar figures were released and board votes were not specified in the published agenda.

The Advisory Committee voted on June 30 to allow its incoming chair to approve year-end transfers under $10,000 for fiscal 2026. The committee also received liaison reports from several town entities.

The School Building Committee reviewed design updates for the Hingham High School MSBA Roof and HVAC Project, including a geothermal well system and heat-pump options. It also approved invoices from Dietz and discussed timelines for the Plymouth River and South elementary roof projects.

The Planning Board scheduled a potential vote June 22 on a definitive subdivision plan at 16 and 0 Bishops Lane and entered executive session to discuss litigation. The Conservation Commission continued a public hearing on wetland regulations and considered orders of condition for multiple properties.

The Historic Districts Commission reviewed 10 applications for certificates of appropriateness, including a T-Mobile wireless installation in the steeple of New North Church at 7 Thaxter Street.

Coming Up

The Select Board will vote July 7 on four special one-day alcohol licenses for the Harbour Lights Theatre production of “Dear Evan Hansen” Aug. 6-9. The Advisory Committee meets the same day to discuss FY26 year-end transfers and early planning for a fall special town meeting.

The Recreation Commission will receive updates on its annual road race, summer programs and athletic fields July 7. The Board of Assessors plans to go into executive session July 13 to decide property tax abatements.

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