Shorelines: Good news about your neighbors

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TAKING A BOW: The latest craft constructed by the Hull Lifesaving Museum’s boatbuilding program in cooperation with Hull High School was launched last Friday at Pemberton Pier. The Barbara Ann, a 19-foot dory, is named for the late Barbara O’Brien, whose family has owned Jake’s Seafood Restaurant for decades and is a great friend of the museum. Shown at left are Hull High students Aaron, Jamie, Mannon, John, and Will [back row], and Charlie, Grace [student project lead], Liam, and Sam [front row], who worked under the direction of teacher Derek Skapars and museum director Mike McGurl. Joining them at the ceremony were O’Brien family members Linda, Nick, Barbie, Tommy, Jimmy, and Mary. [Skip Tull photos]

• The Hingham Library will be hosting a new photography show by Hull’s Irwin Nesoff in the Dolphin Gallery from June 28 to July 30, with an opening reception on Monday, June 30, at 7 p.m. Nesoff, an award-winning photographer, will be showing some of his work featuring landscape photos highlighting the beauty of the western United States in a show titled “Westernscapes: Celebrating the Natural Environment.”

“Our national parks are part of our heritage as Americans, when we lose these, we lose who we are as a people,” Nesoff said. “The documentarian Ken Burns titled his series on PBS: National Parks, ‘America’s Best Idea.’ Anyone who has experienced the beauty and grandeur of any of the 63 national parks personally will understand why this is the title he gave his documentary series and what we are in danger of losing to development and resource extraction.”

The show will be on exhibit throughout the month of July during the library’s regular hours.

• Generational impact: A group of Hullonians recently spent a day on the links as part of a trip to Marco Island, Florida, to celebrate Eric Healey’s 50th birthday. In addition to Eric and his son, Ryan, those making the trip included Kevin Richardson and son Luke, Mike Richardson and son Connor, Pat Nugent and son Pete, and Pat Henderson and son Ryan.

• After pursuing publication for more than nine years, Crystal Seitz’s debut novel, “Inheritance of Scars,” was released by Simon & Schuster last fall. She was inspired to write it after being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease and set out to write a dark romantic fantasy with a heroine with autoimmune disease. When Astrid accidentally awakens a Viking vampire who mistakes her for her ancestor, his ex-lover-turned-enemy, they venture into a cursed forest to find her missing grandmother, only to uncover an ancient blood oath and her family’s dark secrets. More information, including artwork and a trailer are available on her website, www.crystalseitz.com/inheritance.

• Carly Donovan has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester at Fairfield University. Students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours in a semester and have attained a grade-point average of 3.50 or better.

• South Shore Conservatory congratulates four-year-old piano student Jinny Hayes of Hull for having placed first in the age six-and-under division of SSC’s recent piano solo competition. She is a student of SSC piano instructor Mijin Choi.

• Happy Birthday to the Times’ own sports guy, Matt Haraden, whose big day is on Monday, June 23, and a belated wish to Erica McGowan, who celebrated her 21st birthday this past weekend, on June 14.

• Maeve Donohue graduated from Boston College on May 19 with a B.A. in political science and a double minor in international studies and music. During her four years at Boston College, Maeve was an active member of the Screaming Eagle Marching Band, the University Wind Ensemble, and the Boston College Orchestra. Maeve will be attending law school at American University Washington College of Law in Washington, D.C. in the fall. 

• Siobhan Burke recently earned a bachelor of arts in communication and information sciences from the University of Alabama. UA awarded more than 6,000 degrees during its spring commencement ceremonies. Burke also was named to the university’s Dean’s List for the spring semester.

• On Thursday, June 5, The Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children held its commencement ceremony, and at the event, the Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club Spirit of Recreation Award was presented to Adrian Morales and Zach Andrade. The award is given in recognition of outstanding enthusiasm and leadership in recreational activities. This commitment to recreational activities fosters community, promotes well-being, and inspires others through sports, games, and creative leisure embodying the spirit of engagement 

Graduate Lewis Bellows gave the commencement speech for the hospitals class. Lewis dedicated a few minutes to express how much his experiences at the Salt Water Club has impacted his life. He said how his participation and experiences there convinced him that he can attempt to do anything he wants. NBSWC board member Mike Picewick attended and said the day was quite moving. The NBSWC has been a supporter of the PRHC’s patients and staff for many years.

• The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce that several area students have been named to its spring Dean’s List, including Hull’s Richie Chau and Sean Marois. To be included on the Dean’s List, full-time students must achieve at least a 3.30 quality-point average.

• Anthony Scalia graduated with a degree in Marketing – BBA from James Madison University during commencement exercises in May. Scalia was among 4,575 students who received undergraduate and graduate degrees during the ceremony.

• Sophia Tremblay has been named to the Plymouth State University President’s List for the spring semester. Tremblay is majoring in psychology. To be named to the President’s List, a student must achieve a grade-point average of 3.70 or better and must have completed at least 12 credit hours

• Also at Plymouth State, Summer Hill has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester. Hill is majoring in criminology. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade-point average between 3.50 and 3.69 and must have completed at least 12 credit hours.

SCHOLAR DOLLARS: Hull Garden Club President Roxanne Mihal kicked off the recent year-end luncheon and scholarship presentation by thanking members for all their hard work in keeping Hull beautiful year-round. Scholarship committee Chair Lynne Furze presented Ana Sofia Zalduondo with the scholarship. Ana will be attending Loyola and majoring in environmental engineering. The club would also like to recognize Bob Cleary, Jim Clapper, and Joyce Sullivan for their contributions and tireless help throughout the year. Shown are Ana, her grandmother, Rae Bowen, and Lynne Furze.

• Emmanuel College awarded a BS in biology - biochemistry to Victoria Rosado at the college’s 103rd commencement on May 10. She also was named to the Dean’s List. To earn a spot on the Dean’s List, Emmanuel students must achieve a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.

• Springfield College has named Faye Lofgren and Tyler Sordillo to the Dean’s List for academic excellence for the spring semester. Lofgren has a primary major of health science/pre-PT. Sordillo has a primary major of exercise science/applied ES. Dean’s List students must earn a minimum semester grade average of 3.5 for the term.

• Bran James was named to the Champlain College Dean’s List for the spring semester. Students on the Dean’s List have achieved a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher during the semester. James is currently majoring in computer networking and cybersecurity.

• Elise Ryan of Hull received a bachelor of arts degree magna cum laude from College of the Holy Cross. Ryan was among 733 bachelor of arts degree recipients Holy Cross celebrated at its 179th commencement on Friday, May 23 at the DCU Center in Worcester.

• Celebrating the successful completion of their two-year program of study, five graduates of Quincy College’s physical therapist assistant program, including Jacob Lanner of Hull, were honored at the program’s annual pinning ceremony in Plymouth just days before receiving their associate in science degrees at the college’s May 19 commencement. The traditional pinning marks the culmination of students’ classroom instruction and clinical training and formally represents their transition into the profession. The event concludes with students reciting the Physical Therapist Assistant Oath in which they pledge a commitment to their profession and to the patients to whom they will provide care. Graduates receive an associate’s degree designed to lead to licensure/credentials to practice as an entry-level physical therapist assistant under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist.

• Grace Holden and Josephine Saide were named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester at Lasell University. The list includes students who have completed at least 12 credits and have achieved a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher.

• Southern New Hampshire University congratulates these Hull students on being named to the spring President’s List: Kelly Reilly, Rylie Evans, and Stephanie Nugent. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.7 and above are named to the President’s List.

• RIZE Massachusetts Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to creating solutions to end the overdose crisis in the state, recently announced the appointment of Hull’s Sara McMullen as chief advancement officer. She will oversee fundraising efforts and manage marketing and communications initiatives across the organization. Previously, McMullen was executive director at the American Cancer Society and director of development at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. McMullen holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology with a concentration in criminal justice from Central Connecticut State University.

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In the Sport-light - Roundup of news from Hull's wide world of sports

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Compiled by Matt Haraden

• Boys 5/6 Soccer beat Pembroke, 5-0, on Saturday, June 14, in round one of the playoffs. The team lost its next game to Norwell, 4-1, on Sunday. Overall, they boys had a very successful season, winning eight out of their 10 games.

WINNING SEASON: The boys 5/6 soccer team advanced to the second round of the playoffs last weekend before falling to Norwell on Sunday. The team had a successful season, posting wins in eight of its 10 games this spring. [Courtesy photo]

• 18U Softball had its summer home opener on Monday, June 16, losing 12-10 to Hingham in a close battle. This is the first time Hull has had an 18U team in many years. The team welcomed a few players from Scituate to help round out the roster, as there were not enough local players. Pitcher Khloe Gravina had three strikeouts in three innings, allowing only two hits. Pitcher Stella Beaudry took over in the fourth and had five strikeouts and one hit over four innings of play. Stella Beaudry, McKenzie Neal, Rylie O’Hara, and Rachel Timins led the offense. Neal and Beaudry both had a double. Overall, everyone played their hearts out and had a fun game.

• Coaches, league organizers, and superfans – We need your help to report the scores and results of the latest events in Hull’s sports world! Please send local sports news and photos to sports@hulltimes.com. Deadline is Tuesday at midnight. When providing details of the games or races, please be sure to include the sport/team, the players’ full names, and the final scores. When sending photos, names of those pictured are greatly appreciated, as well as who should get credit for taking the photo.

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Fort Revere tower project to be completed by fall; access to observation deck uncertain

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By Carol Britton Meyer

The long-awaited rehabilitation of the historic Fort Revere water tower is under way, and the town reports that the contractor has completed a substantial amount of work and expects to be finished with the project in October.

The observation deck of the 120-foot-tall tower, built in 1903, was closed to the public in 2012 because it was deemed unsafe for visitors.

TOWERING EXPECTATIONS: The long-awaited rehabilitation of the historic Fort Revere water tower is under way, with crews preparing the roof of the 120-foot-tall structure for the installation of new slate panels. [Richard W. Green photo]

The total project cost of $2.046 million is funded by a town meeting appropriation of $2.2 million and a $75,000 Massachusetts Historical Commission grant. In addition, part of the Hull Redevelopment Authority’s payment in lieu of taxes to the town may be used for the tower work if necessary– up to $83,000 – according to Director of Community Development and Planning Chris DiIorio.

Work completed so far by the contractor, Cape Cod Builders, includes removing the stairs, preparations for a new slate roof, and chipping away “at the concrete that was problematic,” DiIorio told The Hull Times in response to an email. 

The contractor also has installed rebar and fastened it to the tower to create the structure for the concrete repairs, and the roof sheathing is about to be replaced to provide a base for the new slate roof shingles. Cracks are being braced and filled with epoxy.

Still to be accomplished are concrete and masonry repairs, replacement of the existing concrete observation platform, restoration of existing windows, replacement of the concrete stairs with new metal stairs, and the replacement slate roof.

When asked if there will be public access to the observation deck – a question that has come up repeatedly throughout the process – DiIorio said that decision has not yet been made.

“The stairway is narrow, steep, and rounded, so it would be difficult to pass another person if people were ascending and descending at the same time,” he explained. “There would need to be some operational oversight if/when it was opened.”

Fort Revere is jointly owned by the Town of Hull and the Department of Conservation and Recreation, is located on Telegraph Hill in historic Hull Village. The town owns the water tower and the main sections of the bunkers, or gun emplacements, while the state owns several bunkers and the picnic area in front of the tower. The DCR also owns the former officers’ quarters on Farina Road, which is being restored in a separate project by preservation carpenter Larry Seaboyer.

A Revolutionary War-era fort on Telegraph Hill was named Fort Independence. The current concrete fort was built at the turn of the last century as part of the Boston Harbor defense system and named in honor of patriot Paul Revere. The fort was an active military base through World War II.

Following the decommissioning of the fort in 1947, the land passed into private hands. Efforts begun during the United States Bicentennial celebration in 1976 resulted in the fort’s restoration and the installation of an amphitheater within the walls of the fortification, according to the Fort Revere-Fort Independence Park Preservation Society.

Nearby is presumably the gravesite of nearly 200 French soldiers who died while fighting for America in the Revolutionary War.

Historical commission member and Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce President Steven Greenberg told The Hull Times he believes the current Fort Revere restoration project “is of great importance as it represents the community’s continued stewardship of our historic assets.”

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Despite town meeting approval, management change for light plant ruled ‘not actionable’

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By Carol Britton Meyer

The citizens’ petition article approved at the recent annual town meeting calling for the removal of the town manager as the light plant manager is “not actionable,” Town Manager Jennifer Constable reported to the select board this week.

Constable said the wording of the article did not include provisions about filing special legislation to make the management change.

TOWN MANAGER JENNIFER CONSTABLE opposed article 37 AT THIS SPRING’S TOWN MEETING.

During a meeting June 11, the day of the select board meeting, Constable said she met with counsels for the town and light plant and finance and light plant staff “to confirm the article is not actionable based on the town meeting vote,” she said.

Click here to read the Times’ coverage of this issue at spring town meeting

Constable said that in 1993, town meeting approved changing the governance of the light plant to the current structure, with the town manager also serving as light plant manager.

“That structure change happened by special legislation supported by the select board, with town meeting authorizing the board to initiate it, but [this] was not included in Article 37, so no action can be taken,” Constable said.

The  sponsor of the article was Jacob Vaillancourt, a current member of the light board, and was supported by a majority of the light commissioners. It was approved at town meeting after lengthy debate, 116-83.

Constable said that it is not the town’s responsibility to provide legal guidance on the structure of citizens’ petitions.

“I believe the moderator at town meeting informed the town body that even if the article were to pass, it would not be actionable,” Constable said. “The select board would have to request [the required] special legislation to make the warrant article actionable, but that was not included in the article.”

LIGHT COMMISSIONER JACOB VALLAINCOURT SPEAKS IN FAVOR OF ARTICLE 37 at town meeting…

Select board member Greg Grey noted that there have been many articles that are advisory “that have passed at town meeting but are not acted upon” – in this case, by the select board, and they are not required to do so.

During the June 11 meeting, Constable told the board, “we did go over a number of issues raised by the article proponent related to financial concerns, and I’m happy to report that all financial actions between the town and light plant are consistent in the way we are operating,” Constable said. “PILOT (payments-in-lieu-of-taxes) payments are not illegal, but how we structure them moving forward will be discussed with the light board. I expect there may be revisions. Otherwise we’re up to speed.”

At the appropriate time, both counsels will come back and speak with the select board and light board, she said.

Select board member Jerry Taverna said he considers himself “an important stakeholder” and would like “to hear directly from both counsels on why this is not actionable and how they came to this decision.”

Vaillancourt was not present at the select board’s meeting Wednesday. Article 37 is listed as a topic on the light board’s scheduled meeting for tonight, Thursday, June 12. Check next week’s Times for updates from that meeting.

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Congratulations to the Hull High School Class of 2025!

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Hull High’s seniors celebrated several milestones last week, including the prom, a final visit to the Jacobs School in their caps and gowns, and graduation ceremonies on Saturday.

Prom photos by Adam Iversen and Nicole Townsend, edited by Jennifer Whelan. Graduation photos by Skip Tull and Jennifer Whelan.

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HRA members seek consensus on property uses as work begins on Urban Renewal Plan

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By Carol Britton Meyer 

After sharing their visions for the 13-acre property, Hull Redevelopment Authority members appeared have a shared desire to preserve at least part of the land as open space and for some kind of community center.

There were differences of opinion among board members and citizens who spoke during the three-hour meeting regarding the possibility of constructing affordable housing. At one point, there were 52 participants in the Zoom meeting.

Member Joan Senatore suggested as an alternative working with the Affordable Housing Committee “to see how we can support them and maybe provide some financial support to find another location to help create some affordable housing in Hull. It’s something that the town needs.”

In sharing his vision, member Dan Kernan said his starting position is “not to see the property sold, except as a last resort – no private housing, hotel, or private conference center and limited commercial,” he said. Instead, he said he favors utilizing most of the space for public use.

He also suggested – as has been a topic of conversation at numerous board meetings – conducting a survey “to confirm beyond a shadow of a doubt that the majority of the community is interested in a change of direction and have completely rejected Urban Renewal Plan Option 2.”

“Let’s choose a partner to help develop a new URP [Option 3] and to guide us,” Kernan said.

He also expressed an interest in a community gathering space in addition to open space.

Jennifer Romeo Porcaro, whose grandfather’s house was taken by eminent domain by the redevelopment authority 60 years ago, said she “absolutely supports” Kernan’s vision.

“I would hate to see private property that was taken by eminent domain get into the hands of a private developer or sold to some private organization,” she said. “For the land to go back to private housing would be absolutely disgusting. I would like to see it as a community space and would offer to commemorate with my own money my grandfather’s legacy with a bench. Please, please, do not sell the land back to any private developer for a private development. This is prime real estate in Hull, and I encourage you to make it a community space.”

‘Redeveloping the property is our job’

Chair Bartley Kelly discussed the property’s history and the creation of the HRA.

“It’s our job to see what redevelopment of the property could look like and how it could benefit the town,” he said. “Redeveloping the property is our job. It’s right in our name.”

He noted that listening to HRA members and input at community meetings, “some would like to see the property remain 100% open space, while others have proposed using [part of the property] to create affordable housing. … We’re looking for a compromise. … Thirteen acres is a lot of open space to maintain without a revenue stream.”

He brought up the two-way road plan – which has been discussed repeatedly during HRA meetings and is in the draft URP – stating that voters at the 2018 town meeting “endorsed the two-way road plan based on the information provided.”

Board member Adrienne Paquin asked Kelly to clarity his statement regarding town meeting endorsing that plan, with Kelly responding that the article passed by “well over the required two-thirds vote.”

Resident Lisa French expressed a different view. “The public didn’t vote for the two-way road plan,” she said, only a potential transfer of property.

Kelly responded that the town meeting vote “authorized the select board to effectuate the two-way road plan through a land transfer. They haven’t conveyed that land since we haven’t finished the URP. The town is continuing to pursue that plan, and it’s in our draft URP.”

Later in the meeting, resident C. Anne Murray said she reviewed the 2018 town meeting vote “and it was to convey the land on the bayside strip into the diagonal road so that if the select board felt that as the DCR [Department of Conservation & Recreation] developed the two-way road plan and if it made sense to go forward, that land could be transferred … to make it all work.”

“What really sticks in my craw, though, is that the two-way road plan was [created] around a development that was under consideration years ago, involving a large commercial space with residential on top … that is not going to happen, and that needs to be taken into account, because it’s [based on] a foundation that is not there anymore,” she said.

‘I love the concept of a community center’

With regard to surveys, resident Steve McCumber noted that only a small percentage of Hull residents have responded, “so it’s too early for anyone to say the town overwhelmingly wants one thing or another.

“I love the concept of a community center – something that would allow weddings to bring people here from out of town to view Hull, and maybe they would want to live her afterwards,” he said.

Resident Liz Kay asked whether there is a way to do a “value analysis on the land so the HRA is working off some real numbers – the value of gathering places and park lands and the impact on taxes and the value of homes … [as well as] the impacts to our infrastructure? The value of the property has only gone up.”

Another resident mentioned that the availability of water to serve development on the HRA property is also a concern, as the Weir River Water System is encouraging conservation of water.

‘Doing something for the good of our citizens’

Among Paquin’s priorities is “doing something for the good citizens of this town – something that is supported by the majority that is considerate of the climate-sensitive location of this land.”

Her ideas for the property include open space, a community center, and creation of community space “with benches – a casual meeting place for gatherings, children’s birthday parties, and picnics – hopefully with the infrastructure in certain places to support community events.”

“I agree that selling this land to a private developer would make [the HRA] millions, but it would be nothing but a slap in the face to the people who were moved by eminent domain many years ago,” she said.

“This might bring in some tax revenues, but our taxes will never go down. This land is a precious resource, and we want to do something on it that is worthy of it – not a huge hotel or conference center or private housing,” she said. “Maybe I’m allowing myself to dream that we can find the funding for this, but we owe it to the town to at least try.”

Kernan noted that if part or all of the property were to be sold, such a transaction “would be irreversible. The highest use is as public space, and we should try that first.”

While “money is not the most important consideration, I’m a realist,” Kelly said. “We have to have the funds to leverage. We have to fund the future.”

Regarding affordable housing, SOS Hull’s Susan Vermilya suggested “looking at what part of the 13 acres is usable space. Some of the property on the bay side is under water at high tide. Before we give away this beautiful land for affordable housing, I’m hopeful you would take a look at the [town’s inventory of land] and look at other options.”

In response to a question from Paquin, HRA technical operations manager Mark Hamin explained that URPs are required to specify an expiration date, “which is normally about 20 years to fulfill the goals of the plan.”

Near the end of the meeting, Paquin said she felt “invigorated by all this energy” expressed by citizens who spoke.

She also noted that “this redevelopment situation we are in is not unique, except we haven’t yet finished the job. Other communities have gone through this – land taken by eminent domain, the owners offered market value and moving costs. This was traumatic for some, while others found a better place to move. Land redevelopment has occurred in a huge variety of ways in other communities. Let’s look at what’s needed for the town at this time, not 50 years ago.”

A replay of the meeting is on Hull Community Television’s website, www.hulltv.net.

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Another try, same 3-2 result; HRA’s second reorganization vote leaves officers unchanged

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By Carol Britton Meyer

In response to requests from Hull Redevelopment Authority member Adrienne Paquin and a number of citizens, a reorganization revote was taken this week, with the same results as the May 12 vote – 3-2 in favor of Bartley Kelly as chair, Dan Kernan as vice chair, Paquin as clerk, and Joan Senatore as treasurer.

Unlike the May 12 vote, though, on June 9, there was discussion following former chair Dennis Zaia’s duplicate motion from the earlier meeting. Following that motion, Kernan nominated Paquin to serve as chairperson.

HRA MEMBER ADRIENNE PAQUIN

“We need a chair who will listen more than talk – who honestly accepts and respects that others in the community do in fact know what they want for themselves,” he said. “Adrienne has demonstrated consistent fairness, pragmatism, and a deep understanding of the complex issues before this board as we look forward to the next [phase of our work] … a new way of looking at things as we revisit the Urban Renewal Plan.”

Kernan then made a substitute motion to Zaia’s, nominating Paquin as chair, Kelly as vice chair, Senatore as treasurer, and himself as clerk. Paquin seconded that motion.

She thanked Kernan for his vote of confidence, saying that she believes she “could be an asset as chair. My day job involves identifying problems and figuring out solutions, and I want to be part of the solution.”

She added that as chair she “would try to create an environment where all members are heard as we move to drafting [Option 3] of the URP – taking into account all input over the past two years and previously as part of an open public process.”

Paquin expressed appreciation to Kelly for serving on the HRA for many years and for Zaia in serving as the previous chair, and asked for her fellow members’ votes.

HRA MEMBER JOAN SENATORE

The vote to accept the substitute motion was 2-3, with Zaia, Kelly, and Senatore voting against.

A vote was then taken on the main motion for Kelly as chair, Kernan as vice chair, Senatore as treasurer, and Paquin as clerk, which passed on a 3-2 vote, with Paquin and Kernan voting no.

The issue has been a topic of discussion since May 12, when three hours into the meeting, Zaia abruptly announced he was stepping down from the chair role, catching some fellow board members by surprise and causing a number of residents participating in the Zoom meeting to express disappointment at a last-minute move without discussion among board members.

HRA members and some in the audience also questioned whether the topic was properly discussed at that meeting. Under the Open Meeting Law, all business items that the chair “reasonably anticipates will be discussed” should be listed on the posted agenda, although the law does not specifically prohibit discussion of other issues. According to an email exchange between the town clerk and three HRA members, Town Counsel Brian Winner said that an unanticipated topic “should not be discussed (or voted on) by the board and it should be placed on the next agenda.”

That night, Zaia immediately nominated Kelly, a former chair – who seconded the motion – with no discussion about other nominations. He then nominated Kernan as vice chair, Paquin as clerk, and Joan Senatore as treasurer. Those nominations were approved on a 3-2 vote, with Paquin and Kernan voting against.

A replay of the meeting is on Hull Community Television’s website, www.hulltv.net.

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In the Sport-light: Roundup of news about Hull athletes

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Compiled by Matt Haraden 

• The Boys 3/4 Soccer Team 1 played the final game of the season this past Saturday, June 7. The team, consisting of Luke Panetta, Owen Bilodeau, Liam Palermo, North Saforrian, Finn Saforrian, Harrison Jones, Luca Dibley, Noah Shea, Leo Gunderson, Casey Resnick, Rocko Truglia, and Sawyer Markowitz improved their skills greatly over the course of the season.

KICK OUT. This week marked the end of the youth soccer season. At left, the Boys 5/6 team enjoyed their final game, while at right, the Boys 7/8 team featured four eighth-graders playing for the last time in the youth soccer program – JD McAuliffe, JP Hnath, Luka Truglia, and Frankie Bernard. [Courtesy photos]

• 3/4 Team 2 defeated Kingston, 4-2, at home on Saturday, finishing 4-3-1 on the season. The team came out strong, with Kai Funari scoring the first goal. Jordan Dunn, Teddy Misdea, and Andy Michaelides all scored one goal each. Ryan Duran, Sam Chiba, James Petruzzelli, Anthony Saghbini, Declan Fahey, Enki Mundo, and Zachary Walsh all had stellar performances on the field. Nolan Cichocki and Langdon Walper were great in goal.

• Boys 7/8 Soccer finished the season with a win against Hanover, 2-1. This marked the end of Hull Youth Soccer play for eighth-graders JD McAuliffe, JP Hnath, Luka Truglia, and Frankie Bernard. The coaches have watched them grow from pre-K guppies to eighth-grade travel and they can’t wait to see where they go next!

• Girls 7/8 Soccer defeated Pembroke, 9-2, last Saturday. Aubrey Littlefield had a hat trick, with Piper Yakubian, Abby Baglione, and Ava Palermo scoring two goals each. Molly McCarthy, Ellie Kiley, Stella Palermo, and Michaela Collins led Hull’s defense. The team will begin its playoff run on Saturday, June 14 in Marshfield.

• Girls 5/6 Lacrosse finished strong in Sunday’s Jamboree by the Sea, losing to Pembroke, 7-2, coming back for a 4-4 draw against Hanover, and beating Quincy 5-4. Molly McCarthy, Deidre Flaherty, Frankie Rockett, Resse Irby, Payton Dunn, and Piper Yakubian scored the goals. Sydney O’Brien, Cordelia Hennessey, Frankie Rockett, Peyton Dunn, and Piper Yakubian made the assists. Led by defensive force Abby Donovan, Hull’s resolute back line included Josie Tyrrell, Natalie Tiani, Addison Mahan, Leah Dibley, and Julianna Moore-DaSilva. Hadley Dolan, Scarlett Riley, and Stella Palermo were ferocious on attack. And team spirit animal Ruby D’Errico stood on her head in goal. The team’s fantastic season was capped off by the well-organized and attended Jamboree at the Turf. The girls played with pride and selfless style all season.

PHOTO BY CHARLIE O’CONNOR.

• At the Hull Yacht Club, the boats are on the water again in the Rhodes 19 Spring Series races. Thursday night (June 5) featured eight boats on the line, SSW wind at 8-12 knots, and four races under Chamber of Commerce conditions expertly managed by Hull RC. Several R19s launched earlier in the week, and the fleet welcomed Full Circle, Mermaid Hunter, Smiles 2.0, Tool’in and Rhodeo to the line. Steve Clancy in Razzmatazz finished first, followed by Joe Berkeley in roger that!, Bill Bradford in Full Circle, Patrick Hnath and Douglas Ryan in Mermaid Hunter, Jeff Binder in Smiles 2.0, David Curry in Tool’in, Elizabeth Johnson and Joseph O’Neil in Rhodeo, and Lindsey Buchleitner in Rebel Girl. It was perfect night and a big thank-you to Bill Bradford for handling fleet captain duties.

The “Regatta To Be Named Later” is coming up on June 14. First race is at 2 p.m. The R19 East Coast Championship will be on June 21 and 22 at Cottage Park Yacht Club. Visit www.r19eastcoast2025.com for more info.

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Third annual kayak tour to showcase Weir River Estuary

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The third annual SOS Hull Kayak Tour of the Weir River Estuary will be held on Wednesday, June 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

This educational outing will benefit the work of SOS Hull. Scott Plympton, owner of Nantasket Kayaks, will provide a tour of the Weir River Estuary, pointing out its flora, fauna, and special protections under the Area of Critical Environmental Concern designation.

SOS (Save our Space) Hull is a citizens action group focused on the Hull Redevelopment Authority land. Proceeds from this event will help bring vision, awareness, and advocacy together in support of preserving the beauty, character, and sustainability of the largest remaining open land in Hull between Phipps and Water Street.

Meet afterward for a special gathering at The Drift (formerly Red Sky) to hear from members of the SOS board to learn about their recent activities to bring awareness to this fragile peninsula we call home.

The tour begins at Nantasket Kayaks on Steamboat Wharf; free parking is available on the pier or in the DCR lot across the street from the Paragon Carousel. Space is limited to 35, so register today; cost is $50 per person and can be made by credit card, check, or cash upon arrival on the day of event. Registration is required by emailing: Kayakflower@gmail.com or calling Judy, 781-367-0626. The rain/wind date is Wednesday, July 2.

For more information, email SOShullactivity@gmail.com.

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Hull Pride celebrates Kenberma Rainbow Crosswalk, hosts ‘Freedom by the Sea’ event

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TRUE COLORS: The rainbow-colored Pride Crosswalk on Nantasket Avenue at the intersection of Kenberma Street was unveiled on May 29. [Sean Baggett photo]

Hull Pride is proud to celebrate the successful unveiling of the Kenberma Rainbow Crosswalk, a vibrant symbol of inclusivity and community spirit. Located at the intersection of Nantasket Avenue and Kenberma Street, the crosswalk was unveiled on May 29 with a joyful event at Scoops featuring rainbow sundaes, snacks, and live music.

“To have the town’s support of such a visible symbol of the gay, lesbian, trans, and queer community at such a prominent location sends a powerful message: Hull is a place where ‘life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness’ isn’t just lip service – it’s our way of life,” said Hull Pride board member Jason McCann.

Last weekend’s flagship event, “Hull Pride: Freedom by the Sea,” was held on Saturday, June 7 at the Hull Yacht Club. The free, family-friendly festival featured live music from local musician Lindsey Buck with special guests (including a past Hull Pride scholarship awardee), speeches from local and state leaders, a Chappel Roan-inspired set by Boston drag performer Missy Steak, and a DJ dance party with live requests. In addition to the performances, there were tarot readings, face painting, coloring, and the Such Fun Photo Booth for group photos and selfies. Food was by Mom on the Go Food Truck, the Lobster Stop, and Scoops Ice Cream.

“Hull Pride: Freedom by the Sea is our way of bringing the community together to honor love, identity, and the freedom to be oneself,” said Hull Pride board President Beth Landgraf. “We’re excited to gather with friends, family, and neighbors this weekend for a day of unity and pride.”

For more information about Hull Pride events and initiatives, visit www.hullpride.net or email hullpridema@gmail.com.

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