December 19, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer
This could be an exciting election season! Twelve elected town officials have terms expiring in 2025, representing nine different boards/committees/commissions and the role of town moderator.
Nomination papers for all of these positions will be available in the town clerk’s office starting Wednesday, January 8, at 8 a.m. The town election is set for Saturday, May 3.
The following officials have terms expiring in 2025:
- Town moderator, 1-year term — Michael Puzo
- Select board, 3-year term — Joseph Fisher
- Board of assessors, 3-year term — Christine Roberts
- Board of health, 3-year term — Rosemary Byrne
- Municipal light board, 3-year term — Michael Reive
- Housing authority, 5-year term — Megan Buhr
- School committee (3 seats) — 3-year term — Alison Anderson, Nes Correnti, Matthew Cosman
- Planning board, 5-year term — Rita DaSilva
- Sewer commission, 3-year term — Kirk Shilts
- Recreation commission, 5-year term — Adrienne Ramsey
Julie Strehle recently announced her candidacy for select board.
Candidates for local office must be at least 18 years of age and be a registered voter in the Town of Hingham. Each candidate is expected to file with the town clerk, prior to obtaining blank nomination papers, a statement containing the individual’s name, address, and the town office for which the individual intends to be a candidate.
Candidates must obtain the signatures of at least 50 registered voters in the Town of Hingham on their nomination papers. However, it is recommended that candidates obtain 75 signatures. Completed nomination papers are due back in the town clerk’s office by Thursday, March 13, at 5 p.m.
Town Meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 28, and if necessary, Tuesday, April 29.