By the Hull Beautification Committee

This is the first in a series of updates from the Hull Beautification Committee on its efforts to improve the quality of life in town.

Your Hull Beautification Committee is not hibernating!

During the last several months, the HBC has focused on areas prioritized in our Endless Summer survey. Enhancing the business districts was the top priority based on community feedback. We walked, recorded, photographed, and made a list of things needing attention. An expanded list, including other areas outside the business districts, was presented to Town Manager Jennifer Constable.

We also set out to introduce ourselves to the select board as well as the building department, Department of Public Works, Design Review Board, Economic Development Committee, harbormaster, Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce, Nantasket-Hull Rotary Club, Weir River Watershed Association and the zoning bylaw study committee. We look forward to working closely with them as well as other boards to accomplish our mission.

Our mission statement reads: This committee is committed to showcasing and improving the natural charm of the Hull peninsula. Therefore, it is only fitting to highlight what others are doing in the community to accomplish these goals … and “highlight” is the perfect word!

We would like to extend an enormous thank-you to those who lit up Hull for the holidays. The Hull Municipal Light Plant’s second annual adopt-a-lamppost campaign was an enormous success! Surfside and Kenberma lampposts were aglow and decked with holiday wreaths. Sponsors spreading de-light-ful holiday spirit throughout town deserve applause. The HRA’s lampposts created a magical path through the property, as well as a charmingly lit bayside gazebo. Dark during the winter months, the Bernie King Pavilion was illuminated in holiday fashion. Nearing the tip of town, the Hull Public Library’s display brightened the historic Village.

More second annuals! The buoy tree with twinkling lights atop sparkled in a new location, thanks to the Nantasket-Hull Rotary Club. The nearly 1,600 lobster-trap tree is deserving of name recognition. This monumental light display was constructed by a predominantly younger, community-minded group: Justin Goodwin, siblings Matthew, Madeleine, and James Mahoney, Mike McDonough, and Aidan Robey. The lobster traps were provided by Keith Connolly, Peter Mahoney, and Tim Walsh.

This year, the menorah found the perfect spot on the Avenue, shining bright with colorful new lights. The Central Fire Station at A Street and the Hull Lifesaving Museum did not disappoint with their traditional light displays. Thank you to all the homeowners and business owners who proudly showcase their properties during the holiday season and throughout the year.

Coincidentally, while our committee was focusing on the business districts, the Kenberma area underwent a major construction project. The road was lowered to accommodate sidewalk transitions for handicapped access. Curb-to-curb restoration, paving, painted parking spaces, tree removal where necessary, as well as the removal of parking meters has made this shopping area much more appealing and safer. Sidewalk restorations will continue in the future.

The efforts made by these diverse groups have made a major difference in our town. It takes community-oriented people with drive to make Hull better and to motivate others. Our committee members are a dedicated and energized group and will continue to focus on our mission.

The HBC will be providing more enlightening news in the months ahead!

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