Police Department Follows Fire In Rescinding Civil Service For Future Hiring
Friday, May 1, 2026
Key Points
- Police Department to exit state Civil Service
- $360,000 authorized for transition payments
- Aimed at increasing flexibility in police recruitment
Mirroring the decision made for the Fire Department, voters approved Article 25 to remove the Hingham Police Department from the state Civil Service system. The article includes $360,000 for payments to department members as part of the collective bargaining agreement.
The move is designed to modernize the department's recruitment efforts by allowing local officials to manage the hiring process rather than relying on state-mandated lists. The article passed by a majority voice vote.
Motion: To rescind Civil Service for the Police Department and appropriate $360,000 for payments.
Vote: Passed