Scituate public meetings in 2025
28 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council meeting on Dec 11, 2025 will consider appointing a Department of Public Works Director, with salary and benefits, and will hold a public hearing on the second reading of adding Davis Road to the No Thru Trucking Ordinance. Additional actions include approving a $2,521.13 Tax Collector abatement and several funding requests such as a $64,362 Life Pack for the fire department and a $24,799.25 Lucas Device for EMS. The council may also move into executive session to discuss potential litigation and interviews of public works director candidates.
- Second Reading: Add Davis Road to the No Thru Trucking Ordinance (public hearing)
- Appointment of Department of Public Works Director – candidates Dean Randall and Brandon Cucino; salary and benefits to be set
- Tax Collector Abatement of $2,521.13
- Life Pack for North Scituate Fire Department – cost $64,362 (6‑year warranty)
- Lucas Device for Scituate EMS – cost $24,799.25 (6‑year warranty)
Regular School Committee Meeting
The Scituate School Committee will consider approvals of two Executive Session minutes covering privacy matters, collective bargaining updates, and potential litigation. A consent agenda will approve General Fund bills of $1,054,967.80, Grant Fund bills of $21,265.10, and Nutrition Fund bills of $46,541.55. New business includes setting the meeting calendar and deciding on a one-year extension of the Northwest Special Education contract.
- Approve Executive Session Minutes (Nov 4 2025) – privacy, collective bargaining, litigation matters
- Approve Executive Session Minutes (Nov 17 2025) – appointment of acting superintendent/assistant superintendent
- Consent agenda: General Fund bills $1,054,967.80; Grant Fund bills $21,265.10; Nutrition Fund bills $46,541.55
- Discussion/Action/Vote on School Committee Meeting Calendar
- Discussion/Action/Vote on Northwest Special Education – one‑year contract extension
Special School Committee Meeting
The Scituate School Committee will hold a special meeting on November 17, 2025. The agenda includes a motion to convene an executive session to discuss the appointment of an acting superintendent and/or acting assistant superintendent. After the executive session, the committee will reconvene in open session to vote on the appointment. The meeting may include a vote on any agenda item.
- Motion to convene executive session to discuss appointment of acting superintendent/assistant superintendent
- Motion to close executive session, seal minutes, and reconvene open session
- Discussion, action, and vote on appointment of an acting superintendent and/or acting assistant superintendent
Notice of Public Hearing
The Scituate Town Council and Plan Commission will hold a joint public hearing to consider an amendment to the Town of Scituate Comprehensive Plan. The body will discuss changing the land use designation for a specific lot to allow for business use.
- Proposed amendment to change Lot 55 on Tax Assessor’s Plat 28 from a split of RR 120 & RS 120 to a split of RR 120 & BG (Business General)
Joint Public Hearing
The Scituate Town Council and Plan Commission will consider an amendment to the town’s Comprehensive Plan for Lot 55 at 1160 Chopmist Hill Road. The proposal changes the zoning split from RR 120 & RS 120 to RR 120 & Business General, reducing the area of the RR 120 zone. Both bodies must vote separately on the amendment. No other agenda items are listed beyond procedural matters.
- Proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for Lot 55 (1160 Chopmist Hill Rd) to change zoning split from RR 120 & RS 120 to RR 120 & BG (Business General) with a smaller RR 120 zone; requires separate votes by the Plan Commission and Town Council.
Town Council Meeting
The council will review a recommendation to hire Amedeo Ucci Jr. as a probationary police officer. A public hearing will consider changing the zoning classification of Lot 55 at 1160 Chopmist Hill Road from RR 120 & RS 120 to RR 120 & BG. The meeting includes approval of multiple liquor license applications and a first reading of adding Davis Road to the No Thru Trucking Ordinance. Additional resolutions address a $60,000 Riley Lane Connector project and a school capital budget revision.
- Recommendation to hire Amedeo Ucci Jr. as a probationary police officer under the IBPO collective bargaining agreement
- Public hearing to amend zoning for Lot 55, 1160 Chopmist Hill Road (RR 120 & RS 120 to RR 120 & BG)
- Approval of several Class A and B liquor licenses for locations such as 30 Hartford Pike and 1199 Chopmist Hill Road
- 1st reading of the addition of Davis Road to the No Thru Trucking Ordinance
- Resolution supporting Riley Lane Connector project with an estimated cost of $60,000 (including $15,000 in‑kind match)
Regular School Committee Meeting
The Scituate School Committee will consider several new business items, including a vote on the SHS chorus trip to New York City and a recommendation to postpone the relocation of the central office. A key proposal is to postpone unawarded projects and allocate remaining funds to replace the roof at Hope Elementary School. Additional items include postponing a 2024 bid awarded to Maron Construction for North Scituate updates and a finance consultant presentation.
- Discussion/Action/Vote: SHS Chorus Trip to New York City
- Discussion/Action/Vote: Postpone Relocation of Central Office
- Recommendation to postpone unawarded projects and allocate funds for Hope Elementary School roof replacement
- Recommendation to postpone the 2024 bid awarded to Maron Construction for North Scituate updates
- Finance Consultant Presentation
8:00AM Regular School Committee Meeting
The Scituate School Committee will convene at Scituate Town Hall to vote on appointing an acting superintendent and to discuss a construction agreement for North Scituate Elementary School. The meeting will include a motion to enter executive session to discuss job performance prior to the vote.
- Vote on appointment of an acting superintendent of schools
- Discussion/Action on agreement with Maron Construction Co., Inc. for North Scituate Elementary School renovations
- Motion to convene to executive session to discuss job performance of three individuals
Regular School Committee Meeting
The committee met in executive session to consider the appointment of an acting superintendent, then reconvened in open session and approved a contract with Maron Construction Co., Inc. for common‑area renovations at North Scituate Elementary School. The assistant superintendent will continue in her role until the superintendent returns. The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 AM.
- Executive session to discuss appointment of an acting superintendent
- Approval of contract with Maron Construction Co., Inc. for common area renovations at North Scituate Elementary School
- Assistant Superintendent Noorbaloochi will continue duties until Superintendent Andries returns
- Motion to adjourn the meeting
Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council will approve several authorizations, including the $430,299 acquisition of a new emergency medical vehicle for the Hope-Jackson Fire Department. Other actions include converting the Zoning and Building Official to a part‑time remote role, approving use of town grounds for the Art Festival and Family Fall Festival, and allocating funds for trail engineering and sustainability projects. The council will also process routine town bill payments totaling over $970,000.
- Ratification of $430,299 purchase of a 2023 Ford F550 custom‑built Life Line “Superliner” rescue vehicle for the fire department
- Authorization to convert Michael DiOrio, Zoning and Building Official, to a part‑time remote position
- Approval for the Art Festival Committee to use grounds around the Congregational Church for the 59th Scituate Art Festival (Oct 10‑12, 2025)
- Request for $15,950 to fund engineering services for Riley Lane trail improvements supporting an RIDEM grant
- Payment of town bills: Early Town Expenses $162,683.19; GOB Check Run $8,835.26; Bi‑annual Wire Scituate Fire $57,500.00; Quarterly Wire Scituate Fire $222,768.00; Regular Town Expenses $521,135.54
Regular School Committee Meeting
The Scituate School Committee will convene at Scituate High School to approve bills totaling $1,050,903, discuss the fund balance, and vote on annual school safety and crisis plans. The meeting includes a public comment period and a report on the Superintendent's office.
- Approval of bills: General Fund $975,605.81, Grant Fund $62,443.66, Nutrition Fund $12,854.42
- Discussion/Action on Annual School Crisis Plans
- Discussion/Action on FY 26 School Committee Budget Calendar
- Discussion/Action on Human Resources RFP
- Discussion/Action on Workers Compensation RFP
Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will receive a presentation on the Hope Pond Study from Weston & Sampson and a report on the General Fund balance. The body will also consider several executive session items regarding litigation and real estate.
- Hope Pond Study presentation by Weston & Sampson
- Payment of town bills totaling $618,235.84
- Request to post for an open police officer position
- Executive session discussion on National Opioid Litigation and Carreiro v. Town of Scituate
- Possible sale or transfer of real estate interests
Regular School Committee Meeting
The Scituate School Committee will hold an open session to discuss and vote on multiple items, including a fire alarm upgrade for the high and middle schools, the funding source for capital projects, and the establishment of a workers' compensation program. The agenda also lists a grant of a temporary easement to RIDOT at Hope Elementary and an extension of the superintendent’s contract. Additional items include revisions to several school policies and updates on handbooks.
- Grant of a Temporary Easement to RIDOT at Hope Elementary
- Superintendent’s Contract Extension
- Scituate High/Middle School Fire Alarm Upgrade
- Funding Source of Capital Projects
- Establishment of Workers’ Compensation Program
Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will discuss several school capital project contracts and the potential creation of an Economic Development Committee. The body is also considering a request to increase the number of Beverage Victualing Licenses allowed in town.
- Award of $424,369 for Scituate Middle School Entrance Relocation
- Award of $266,295 for North Scituate Elementary Corridor Renovation
- Award and change order of $324,950 for Clayville Elementary School fire alarm upgrades
- Proposed amendment to Ordinance § 6-4 to increase the limit of three BV Licenses
- Payment of town bills totaling $625,419.36 across old and new budgets
Special School Committee Meeting
The Scituate School Committee will vote on three capital project contracts totaling over $1 million. The meeting will also include a motion to enter an executive session to discuss the superintendent's performance.
- Resolution approving $324,950 for Clayville Elementary School fire alarm upgrades
- Resolution approving $424,369 for Scituate Middle School entrance relocation
- Resolution approving $266,295 for North Scituate Elementary School corridor renovation
- Motion to convene to executive session regarding superintendent evaluation
- Motion to convene to executive session regarding investigative proceedings
Joint Special Meeting with Plan Commission
The joint meeting will consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan that would rezone Lot 18 at 5 Ridgewood Drive from RR‑120 to General Business. The Police Chief will request approval to trade three police vehicles and $1,000 of forfeiture funds for a used 2014 Ford F‑150. The Council will vote on three resolutions approving contract awards for school capital projects, funded from $3.5 million in bonds.
- Amendment to change zoning of 5 Ridgewood Drive from RR‑120 to BG (General Business)
- Police request to trade‑in three vehicles and $1,000 for a 2014 Ford F‑150
- Resolution approving $424,369 award for Scituate Middle School entrance relocation contract
- Resolution approving $266,295 award for North Scituate Elementary corridor renovation contract
- Resolution approving further change orders to North Scituate fire alarm contract
Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council will consider possible closed‑session discussions on the National Opioid Litigation and on acquiring property from an upcoming tax sale. The council will approve the June 12 meeting minutes and authorize payments totaling several hundred thousand dollars, including a $222,768 wire to the Fire Engine Board. A key agenda item is a request to purchase two new police cruisers for up to $130,000 using the Detail L account and police capital budget. Additional actions include hiring a public works laborer and authorizing open positions for the Land Trust and Conservation Commission.
- Possible Executive Session to discuss National Opioid Litigation
- Possible Executive Session to discuss potential interest in property from tax sale scheduled Aug 8 2025
- Approval of Town Council meeting minutes from June 12, 2025
- Payments including $222,768 wire to Fire Engine Board and other budget items
- Request to purchase two police cruisers, not to exceed $130,000
Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council will vote on an agreement with the Town of Foster for animal control services. It will also authorize negotiations for tax‑sale forbearance agreements, raise senior‑services out‑of‑town membership dues from $10 to $20, and consider purchasing six AED units for up to $36,000 using the Opioid Settlement Fund. Additional items include reserving capital funds for police server‑room upgrades and EMA audio‑visual equipment.
- Animal Control Services Agreement with the Town of Foster – approval and execution authority
- Authorization to negotiate Tax Sale Forbearance Agreements with financially‑hardship taxpayers
- Increase senior‑services out‑of‑town membership dues from $10.00 to $20.00
- Purchase six Automated External Defibrillators, not to exceed $36,000, funded by Opioid Settlement Fund
- Reserve $25,000 Police Capital for server‑room upgrades and $8,000 EMA Capital for A/V equipment
Town Council Meeting - Executive Session
The Scituate Town Council will consider a motion to move part of the meeting into executive session to discuss the job performance, character, or health of a town employee, as permitted by R.I. Gen. Laws §42-46-5(a)(1). If approved, the council will then vote to close the executive session, seal its minutes, and announce any votes taken. The agenda also includes standard procedural items and an adjournment.
- Possible motion to convene into Executive/Closed Session to discuss employee performance per R.I. Gen. Laws §42-46-5(a)(1)
- Motion to close Executive Session
- Motion to seal Executive Session minutes
- Announcement of vote(s) taken in Executive Session, if any
- Adjournment of meeting
Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council will sit as the Beverage Licensing Board for a public hearing. The hearing will consider whether JTD, Inc. dba General Country Store / Country Liquor Store, located at 10 Hope Furnace Road, has abandoned its liquor license under Rhode Island General Laws § 3-5-16.1 and a Department of Business Regulation decision. No other agenda items involve votes or actions.
- Beverage Licensing Board hearing on JTD, Inc. (10 Hope Furnace Road) to determine license abandonment per RI Gen. Laws § 3-5-16.1 and DBR No. 25LQ001
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will discuss the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and resolutions for a Financial Town Meeting. The body will also consider a zoning change for 5 Ridgewood Drive and collective bargaining for NAGE Local R1-42.
- Public hearing to change zoning at 5 Ridgewood Drive from RR120 to GB (General Business)
- Resolution to issue up to $2,025,000 in bonds for a new fire station
- Proposed increase of Summer Camp Program registration fee from $250.00 to $350.00
- Bid award to Flood Ford, EG for $12,179.18 for 2012 Ford F-550 engine repair
- Payment of town bills totaling $257,806.60 across early, GOB, and regular expenses
Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council will meet on May 1, 2025. The agenda consists mainly of standard procedural items. Council members may move to convene an executive (closed) session to discuss the appeal filed by JTD, Inc. d/b/a General Country Store and Nicholas Izzi against the town. Any vote on the closed session would be announced after the session.
- Possible motion to convene executive session to discuss pending litigation (JTD, Inc. d/b/a General Country Store and Nicholas Izzi vs. Town of Scituate, DBR No. 25LQ00)
- Motion to close executive session and seal minutes
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Call to order by Town Council President
- Roll Call by Town Clerk
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council will discuss possible executive sessions on the National Opioid Litigation and collective bargaining with Teamsters Local 251. It will consider police personnel actions, a liquor‑license amendment for Groundwater Cafe, a request to raise permit fees by 25%, and authorizations for a Hazard Mitigation Plan addendum and a historic signage contract. Several public‑works bids for wastewater system repairs and tank installation will also be reviewed.
- Potential executive session on National Opioid Litigation and on collective bargaining with Teamsters Local 251
- Police Chief recommendation to promote Travis Mollo to Sergeant under the IBPO Local 502 agreement
- Amendment to Class B liquor license for Groundwater Cafe at 985 Chopmist Hill Road to expand operating hours
- Request to increase the town’s permit fee schedule by 25% through a petition to the State Building Commissioner
- Authorization for Council President Collins to sign a $936.00 Hazard Mitigation Plan addendum with RIEMA
Special Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will hold a workshop meeting featuring a presentation by the Town Planner. The session focuses on the Low and Moderate Income Housing Act (LMI Act) and related land use legislation.
- Presentation on LMI Act purpose and incentives
- Review of Comprehensive Permit Application procedures and hearing process
- Discussion of pending proposed amendments to the LMI Act
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will review the recodification of the Code of Ordinances and related amendments. The body will also consider liquor license approvals, kennel license renewals, and several municipal appointments.
- Second reading of Ordinance 25-01 (Recodification of Entire Code of Ordinances) and Ordinance 25-02
- Liquor license approvals for General Country Liquors (8 Hope Furnace Road) and Chopmist Hill Liquors (1199 Chopmist Hill Road)
- Payment of town bills totaling $266,967.53
- Request for $14,013.93 for Potterville Fire Dept turnout gear
- Proposed HVAC contract for Chopmist Hill Fire not to exceed $15,000 with Prime Heating & Cooling
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Scituate Town Council will hold public hearings regarding land trust acquisitions and liquor license applications. The body will also discuss several municipal contracts, personnel appointments, and the recodification of the Town Code of Ordinances.
- Proposed Scituate Land Trust purchase of a 0.42 acre parcel (max $6,000) and development rights for 22-32 acres (initial commitment max $75,000) on Lot 5, Plat 32
- Liquor license applications for General Country Liquors (8 Hope Furnace Road) and Chopmist Hill Liquors (1199 Chopmist Hill Road)
- Bid award for Chopmist Hill Fire Department fire alarm replacement to Apple Valley Alarms for $28,250
- Request for $30,000 for communications equipment from Applied Communications Services, Inc.
- First reading of Ordinances 25-01 and 25-02 regarding the recodification of the Code of Ordinances
Special Town Council Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to review and potentially vote on appointments to the Public Works Contract Negotiating Committee. The council will also consider a recommendation to hire a part-time Building/Planning/Zoning Clerk.
- Appointments to Public Works Contract Negotiating Committee: Charles Collins, Jr. and Timothy McCormick
- Proposed hire of Katelyn DeAngelis as Building/Planning/Zoning Clerk at $25.00/hr
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will reorganize its newly-elected members and appoint department liaisons. The body will consider several bids for North Road parking lot construction and materials, as well as a proposal to update the Town's Onsite Wastewater Management Plan.
- Bids for North Road Parking Lot Construction (Bid No. SCIT067) ranging from $22,100 to $96,315
- Bids for North Road Parking Lot Materials (Bid No. SCIT068) and Trailhead Kiosk (Bid No. SCIT069)
- Proposed $2,500 retention bonus for the Director of Public Works
- Payment of Town bills totaling $92,259.68 (early), $610,629.48 (regular), and $214,236.00 (Fire Engineering Board)
- Change orders for Scituate High School fire alarm upgrades totaling $20,423.20