Agawam public meetings in 2024

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will hold a meeting on December 19, 2024, to discuss a Form A application from Shield Hotels for property at 1422-1444 Main Street. The board will also consider a bond release for the Nicole Terrace Subdivision and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Form A application – 1422-1444 Main Street – Shield Hotels
• Bond release – Nicole Terrace Subdivision – DePalma
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 5, 2024

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold a public hearing to consider transferring an All Alcohol Package Store License from Agawam Liquors, Inc. to Shreeji Ne Sung, Inc., both doing business as Southgate Liquors. The commission will also review a junk dealer license application for Baki's Fine Jewelry, discuss a renewal request for Chez Joseph's all-alcohol common victualer license, and sign all 2025 liquor license renewals.

• Public Hearing: Transfer of All Alcohol Package Store License at 842 Suffield St. from Agawam Liquors, Inc. to Shreeji Ne Sung, Inc.
• Application for 2024 Junk Dealers License: Baki's Fine Jewelry.
• Meeting with OMS Hospitality Group, Inc. (Chez Joseph) re: 2025 All Alcohol Common Victualer License renewal.
• Review and signing of all 2025 Liquor License Renewals.
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes.

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission approved the transfer of a liquor license for Southgate Liquors at 842 Suffield Street. It also discussed the conditional renewal of Chez Joseph's all-alcohol license, requiring a location plan and fee by December 30, 2024. Other business included approval of a junk dealer license for Baki's Fine Jewelry and amusement licenses for Crestview Country Club and Six Flags New England.

• Transfer of all-alcohol package store license to Shreeji Ne Sung Inc. dba Southgate Liquors approved 3-0, contingent on advertising tear sheet.
• Conditional renewal of Chez Joseph's all-alcohol common victualer license requires a valid location, timeline, lease, and $1,500 fee by December 30.
• 2024 junk dealer license for Baki's Fine Jewelry approved 3-0, with a deadline to apply for 2025 by May or face daily fines.
• 2025 weekly amusement/entertainment license for Crestview Country Club approved.
• Six Flags New England application for change in title to General on Premises approved for resubmission to the ABCC.

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee is meeting to discuss a presentation to the City Council regarding 40-R and a potential resident presentation on tax exemptions and fuel assistance. The committee will also provide updates on Accessory Dwelling Units and a January 13th stakeholders meeting.

• Update on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Discussion of presentation to City Council on 40-R
• Proposed resident presentation on Property Tax Exemptions, Mass Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit, and Emergency Fuel Assistance
• Planning for January 13th meeting of Housing Production Plan stakeholders

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will hold its final meeting of 2024. The body will discuss town hall plantings and a proposal for 2025 barrels.

• Follow-up on Town Hall urn plantings
• Barrel Proposal Submission for 2025 by Mr. Fini
• Ordering of spikes

The committee approved the November 19, 2024 minutes and voted to keep the 2025 barrel proposal item on the agenda because Mr. Fini was absent. They also discussed the condition of signs stored at DPW and plan to order 200 new spikes in January.

• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Kept barrel proposal submission on agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several state earmarks for economic development, environmental protection, and elder affairs. The body is also considering a local room occupancy excise tax and the renewal of multiple auto dealer licenses.

• TR-2024-68: Proposed Local Option Room Occupancy Excise tax
• TR-2024-72: Grant of $6,983.34 from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security
• Renewals of Class 1 and 2 Dealer Licenses for Sarat Ford Sales, V&F Auto, Euro Imports, Auto Point Motors, and BBB Auto
• Presentation of the Pavement Management Plan
• TOR-2024-12: Proposed salary rate change for Substitute Nurse position

The Agawam City Council approved a local option room occupancy excise tax, which will apply to hotels, Airbnb, and Vrbo stays, with revenue going to the town. The council also accepted several state earmarks and grants, confirmed appointments, renewed auto dealer licenses, and advanced an ordinance renaming 'Personnel' to 'Human Resources'.

• Approved TR-2024-68, local option room occupancy excise tax (11-0)
• Approved TR-2024-65, accepting DCR earmark (11-0)
• Approved TR-2024-66, accepting DEP earmark (11-0)
• Approved TR-2024-67, reappointing Susan Cameron to Whiting Street and Thomas Pyne Commission (11-0)
• Approved TR-2024-69, accepting Executive Office of Economic Development earmark (11-0)
• Approved TR-2024-70, accepting Executive Office of Elder Affairs earmark (11-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinance renaming Personnel to Human Resources (11-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance setting salary for Nurse, Substitute (11-0)

Agawam High School Building Committee

The committee will vote on submitting the Design Development package to the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), a key milestone for the high school project. They will also approve November invoices for LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros, and vote on an organizational chart update from LeftField for MSBA submission. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Approve minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting
• Approve November invoices from LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros
• Vote on LeftField org chart update for submission to MSBA
• Vote to submit Design Development package to MSBA

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will hold a meeting on December 12, 2024, to continue several public hearings and requests for determination. Key items include a continued hearing on the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project by the DPW, and hearings on property at 1485 Suffield Street and 1014 North St Ext. The commission will also discuss enforcement order updates and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continued public hearing on Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project – Agawam DPW
• Continued public hearing on Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation at 1485 Suffield Street – Atrium Property Services
• Continued public hearing on Notice of Intent at 1014 North St Ext – VIP Homes & Associates, LLC
• Continued request for determination at 409-427 Southwick Street – Cascio & Metz
• Enforcement order updates

The Agawam Conservation Commission voted 6-0 to require a peer review for the wetland delineation at 409-411, 421, 427 Southwick Street, and continued the request to January 9, 2025. The Commission also closed a public hearing and issued an Order of Resource Area Delineation for 1485 Suffield Street, and continued two other public hearings to January 9, 2025. Enforcement order updates were provided, and the November 14, 2024 minutes were approved.

• Required peer review for 409-411, 421, 427 Southwick Street wetland delineation (6-0)
• Continued Southwick Street request to January 9, 2025 (6-0)
• Closed public hearing for 1485 Suffield Street (6-0)
• Issued Order of Resource Area Delineation for 1485 Suffield Street (6-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent for 1014 North St Ext to January 9, 2025, requiring revised plan (6-0)
• Continued Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project to January 9, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved November 14, 2024 minutes (6-0)

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will meet to review a site plan and discuss the appointment of a board representative to the Housing Committee.

• Site plan review for 195 South Westfield Street (Aljanabi)
• Discussion and possible vote on Planning Board Representative for Housing Committee

The Agawam Planning Board voted 4-0 to return the site plan for 195 South Westfield Street to the applicant due to unresolved professional staff comments and a lack of revised plans for over three months. The board also approved a six-month extension of the Samuel Street Subdivision performance agreement to July 2, 2025, and tabled a discussion on appointing a board representative to the Housing Committee. Minutes from November 21, 2024 were approved with one abstention.

• Returned site plan for 195 South Westfield Street to applicant for additional information (4-0)
• Extended Samuel Street Subdivision performance agreement to July 2, 2025 (4-0)
• Tabled Housing Committee representative discussion to December 19, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved November 21, 2024 minutes as written (3-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution to adopt a residential factor of 0.8404 under Massachusetts law, which affects property tax classification. The council also considers accepting multiple state earmarks for economic development and elder affairs, imposing a local option room occupancy excise tax, and approving several dealer license renewals. Additionally, first readings are scheduled for an ordinance renaming 'Personnel' to 'Human Resources' and an ordinance adjusting the salary for the substitute nurse position.

• Public hearing PH-2024-10: resolution adopting residential factor 0.8404 (tax classification)
• Resolution TR-2024-68: local option room occupancy excise tax
• Nine Class 2 dealer license renewals (e.g., Beaver Camper, Auto Kraft) and three Class 1 dealer licenses for Sarat Ford
• First reading of ordinance to change 'Personnel' to 'Human Resources' (TOR-2024-11)
• Acceptance of state earmarks from DCR, DEP, Executive Office of Economic Development, and Executive Office of Elder Affairs

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet to discuss updates to the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures, the School Street Barn, historical marker projects, and an update on 71 Bridge Street. Public input and correspondence will also be addressed.

• 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures Update
• School Street Barn
• Historical marker projects
• 71 Bridge Street update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to continue a public hearing regarding a variance request. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting.

• Public Hearing Continuation: Case#2022-131 Coronet Circle-Savonin-Variance

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will review two site plan applications: one at 195 South Westfield Street (Aljanabi) and another at 200 Silver Street (Development Associates). The board will also vote on minutes from November 7 and consider correspondence.

• Site plan review – 195 South Westfield Street (Aljanabi)
• Site plan review – 200 Silver Street (Development Associates)
• Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Correspondence review

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will make a final determination on EZ Mart's wine and malt license application. The commission will also consider a new bowling/billiards license for Agawam Bowl and multiple weekly and automatic amusement license applications. Additionally, they will review minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting.

• Final determination on EZ Mart (sec 15) wine & malt license
• New bowling/billiards license application for Agawam Bowl
• Amusement license renewals for 11 businesses including Ferrentino's Pizza & Pub, West Springfield Fish & Game Club, The Backroom Bar & Grill, and others
• Review of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission voted on several license applications at its November 20, 2024 meeting. The commission rejected a wine and malt license for E-Z Mart after multiple follow-ups. It approved a Bowling & Billiards license for Agawam Bowl and granted weekly or automatic amusement licenses for 11 establishments.

• E-Z Mart wine & malt license application rejected 3-0 after multiple meetings
• Bowling & Billiards license approved 3-0 for Agawam Bowl
• Weekly/automatic amusement licenses approved for 11 establishments including Ferrentino's Pizza & Pub, River Boat Bar & Grill, Brewcade, and Hangar Pub & Grill

Agawam High School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will meet to approve October invoices for LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros. The meeting includes a public portion focused on design development and construction phasing and timelines.

• Approval of October invoices for LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros
• Design Development update
• Construction Phasing Update and Timeline

Beautification Committee

The Agawam Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from October 15, 2024, discuss barrels, review correspondence, and address any topics the chair did not reasonably anticipate. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024
• Discussion of barrels
• Review of correspondence
• Any topics the chair did not reasonably anticipate

City Council

The Agawam City Council will hold a public hearing on a petition to rezone 131 Coronet Circle from Agricultural to Resident A-1. They will also discuss a resolution opposing a proposed increase in natural gas rates and a resolution to amend the FY2025 operating budget. A second public hearing on a residential factor of 0.0000 for property tax classification is scheduled for December 2. The agenda includes renewal of numerous Class 2 dealer licenses and an ordinance to update chapter language from 'Personnel' to 'Human Resources.'

• Public hearing on zone change for 131 Coronet Circle from Agricultural to Resident A-1 (PH-2024-9)
• Resolution opposing proposed natural gas rate increase (TR-2024-64)
• Resolution adopting a residential factor of 0.0000 for property tax classification (TR-2024-62, hearing Dec 2)
• Resolution to amend FY2025 annual operating budget (TR-2024-63)
• Ordinance to change 'Personnel' to 'Human Resources' in Chapter 49 (TOR-2024-11)

Golf Commission

This is a regular procedural meeting of the Agawam Municipal Golf Commission. The main substantive item is a review of conditions related to golf course operations. Other agenda items include roll call, approval of minutes, and any other matters.

• Review conditions of Golf Operation

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss tobacco regulations and updates from the MHOA Conference. The meeting also includes reports on school nurse staffing and flu season activities.

• Review of New Model Tobacco Regulations
• MHOA Conference in Springfield, MA
• School nurse staffing updates
• Public health nurse report on flu season

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will hold a meeting on November 14, 2024, to continue multiple public hearings and other business. Items include continued hearings on Notices of Intent for 250 Suffield Street and 1014 North St Ext, a Request for Determination for 409-427 Southwick Street, and an Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation for 1485 Suffield Street. The commission will also receive enforcement order updates, approve minutes from October 24, and address correspondence and complaints.

• Continued public hearing – Notice of Intent – 250 Suffield Street (Ekstrom & Hoyle)
• Continued Request for Determination – 409, 411, 421, 427 Southwick Street (Cascio & Metz)
• Continued public hearing – Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation – 1485 Suffield Street (Atrium Property Services)
• Continued public hearing – Notice of Intent – 1014 North St Ext (VIP Homes & Associates, LLC)
• Enforcement Order Updates

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change at 71 Maynard/131 Coronet Circle. The board will also review site plans for an energy storage facility at 404 Silver Street, a hotel at 1422-1444 Main Street, and a project at 195 South Westfield Street. Minutes from October 17, 2024, will be approved.

• Public hearing for zone change at 71 Maynard/131 Coronet Circle
• Site plan review for energy storage facility at 404 Silver Street
• Site plan review for hotel at 1422-1444 Main Street
• Site plan review at 195 South Westfield Street
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024

City Council

The City Council will discuss setting a residential factor of 0.0000, which could affect property tax allocation, and consider a zone change for a property at 131 Coronet Circle. They will also vote on renewing five Class 2 dealer's licenses and take up resolutions to amend the FY2025 budget and address a proposed natural gas rate increase.

• Public hearing set for November 18 on zone change petition (ZC-2024-2) for 131 Coronet Circle from Agricultural to Resident A-1
• Resolution TR-2024-62 to adopt residential factor of 0.0000 under MGL Chapter 40, Section 56
• Resolution TR-2024-63 to amend the FY2025 Annual Operating Budget
• Resolution TR-2024-64 relative to proposed increase in natural gas rates
• Renewal of Class 2 dealer's licenses for ACE Auto Body, Elmwood D&J Auto Sales, Langonet Inc., Chris Auto South, and Joe's Truck Repair

City Council

The Agawam City Council's Administrative Sub-Committee will meet on November 6, 2024, to discuss an Eversource petition related to Shoemaker Lane and a Class 2 dealer's license renewal for ACE Auto Body. The meeting will also approve minutes from February 2024 and address any other business.

• Eversource Petition – Shoemaker Lane
• Class 2 Dealer's License renewal for ACE Auto Body at 1363 Main Street (TO-2024-7)
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet to discuss updates to the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures, a barn on School Street, historical markers projects, and an update on 71 Bridge Street. The meeting includes public input and correspondence. No decisions are specified on the agenda.

• 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures update
• School Street Barn discussion
• Historical markers projects update
• 71 Bridge Street update
• Public input and correspondence

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing for Case#2023-BBB Auto Inc. (Chuduk) regarding a special permit request. The board will also consider approval of the September 23, 2024 meeting minutes and address any other matters that may legally come before them.

• Continued public hearing for special permit (Case#2023-BBB Auto Inc. Chuduk)
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2024
• Any other matter that may legally come before the board

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will hold a meeting on October 24, 2024, with multiple public hearings and determinations. Items include a Notice of Intent for 250 Suffield Street, a Request for Determination for several Southwick Street properties, and continued hearings on the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project and a hotel proposal at Main Street. The commission will also consider an extension of conditions for a Main Street property and receive enforcement updates.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for 250 Suffield Street (Ekstrom & Hoyle)
• Request for Determination for 409, 411, 421, 427 Southwick Street (Cascio & Metz)
• Continued public hearing on Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project (Agawam DPW)
• Continued public hearing on Notice of Intent for 1422, 1444 Main Street and rear Main Street (Shield Hotels)
• Request to extend Order of Conditions for 233, 265, and Lot 6 Main Street (H.P. Hood)

Community Preservation Act Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and close accounts. The primary focus is an annual public hearing to discuss the state of the Community Preservation Act, including financial reports and accomplishments.

• Approval of 8/28/24 minutes
• Closing of Accounts
• Public hearing on Community Housing
• Public hearing on Open Space
• Public hearing on Historic Preservation and Recreation

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will vote on accepting two grants: a $6,500 Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency grant and a $37,109 Municipal Road Safety Program grant for the Police Department. They will also approve minutes from October 7.

• TR-2024-59: Accept $6,500 grant from Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)
• TR-2024-61: Accept $37,109 Municipal Road Safety Program grant for Agawam Police Department
• Approval of meeting minutes dated October 7, 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including establishing a Sister City relationship with Reggio Calabria, Italy, adopting the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan, and accepting grants for emergency management and police road safety. They also have second readings of ordinances to amend driveway definitions, Council on Aging van driver, and IT Technician positions. A public hearing date is set for a zone change petition at 131 Coronet Circle from Agricultural to Resident A-1 District.

• Resolution to reestablish Sister City with Reggio Calabria, Italy and create a Sister City Commission
• Resolution adopting the Agawam Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2024
• Acceptance of a $6,500 grant from MEMA and a $37,109 grant for the Municipal Road Safety Program (Police Department)
• Zone change petition for 131 Coronet Circle (from Agricultural to Resident A-1) with public hearing set for November 18
• Second reading of ordinance to add driveway and common/shared driveway definitions to Chapter 180

Agawam High School Building Committee

The Building Committee will approve meeting minutes from September 23 and approve invoices for September from LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros. They will receive a Design Development update and discuss next steps. Public comment and new business are also on the agenda.

• Approve meeting minutes from September 23, 2024
• Approve September invoices from LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros (no dollar amounts listed)
• Design Development update for the high school project
• Discussion of next steps for the project

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will hold a public meeting to review three site plan applications: a battery energy storage facility at 404 Silver Street, a development at 195 South Westfield Street, and a hotel at 1422-1444 Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting and discuss correspondence.

• Site plan review – Silver Street Energy Storage, LLC at 404 Silver Street
• Site plan review – Aljanabi at 195 South Westfield Street
• Site plan review – Shields Hotel at 1422-1444 Main Street
• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing and review various license applications. The body will consider a new Wine & Malt Package Store License and several amusement licenses.

• Public hearing for P2SP Corp dba Agawam Gulf at 18 Springfield Street for a Wine & Malt Package Store License
• Follow-up on EZ Mart sec 15 Wine & Malt application
• Weekly & Automatic Amusement License applications for Buccaneer Lounge, Score Board Lounge, Murphy’s Pub, Ferrentino’s Pizzaria, Polish American Club, and Kaptian Jimmy’s

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission held a public hearing on October 16, 2024, approving a Wine & Malt Package Store license for P2SP CORP dba Agawam Gulf at 18 Springfield St. after a previously failed advertisement was corrected. The commission also discussed an ongoing application from Becand Inc. dba EZ Mart at 1672 Main Street, requiring additional paperwork before approval. Four amusement licenses were approved for local establishments.

• Approval of Wine & Malt Package Store for P2SP CORP dba Agawam Gulf at 18 Springfield St.
• Continued application process for Becand Inc. dba EZ Mart at 1672 Main Street, requiring Addendum A and Entity Vote
• Amusement licenses approved for Buccaneer Lounge, Score Board Lounge, Murph's Pub, and Polish American Club
• Minutes from August 15 and September 18 meetings approved

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss barrels. The agenda also includes correspondence and unanticipated topics.

• Approval of September 17, 2024 minutes
• Discussion regarding barrels

Board of Health

The Agawam Board of Health will review proposed new model tobacco regulations and discuss food allergen awareness guidance. The board will also receive updates on school nurse staffing and public health nurse activities related to flu season.

• Review of new model tobacco regulations
• Discussion of food allergen awareness guidance
• School nurse staffing update
• Public health nurse activities for flu season

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on October 10, 2024, to continue several public hearings. These include an abbreviated notice of resource area delineation at 1485 Suffield Street, notices of intent for a hotel project at 1422/1444 Main Street, the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation project, and a development at 1014 North Street Ext. The commission will also consider requests to extend orders of conditions for properties at 466 South Westfield Street and 233/265 Main Street, along with enforcement order updates and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing continued – resource area delineation at 1485 Suffield Street
• Public hearing continued – notice of intent for Shield Hotels at 1422, 1444 Main Street
• Public hearing continued – Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation project (Agawam DPW)
• Public hearing continued – notice of intent at 1014 North Street Ext (VIP Homes & Associates)
• Requests to extend orders of conditions for 466 South Westfield Street and 233/265 Main Street

City Council

The agenda for the October 7, 2024 Agawam City Council meeting includes only the header and council member list, with no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda was not provided in full.

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to discuss the acceptance of two state grants. Both proposed resolutions involve funding for the Agawam Police Department.

• TR-2024-52: $116,290.00 911 Support and Incentive Grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State 911 Department
• TR-2024-53: $116,600.00 grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Mental Health for a Behavioral Crisis Co-Response Program

City Council

The Agawam City Council Legislative Sub-Committee is meeting to review three proposed ordinances. These include updates to city code definitions and staffing for the Council on Aging and IT departments.

• TOR-2024-8: Ordinance to add definitions for driveway and common/shared driveway to Chapter 180
• TOR-2024-9: Ordinance regarding Council on Aging van driver (first reading)
• TOR-2024-10: Ordinance regarding the IT Technician position (first reading)

City Council

The Agawam City Council will consider multiple grant resolutions, including a $116,600 state grant for a behavioral crisis co-response program and a $116,290 911 Support and Incentive grant, both for the police department. A public hearing will be held on an ordinance to add driveway definitions to the city code. Other items include appropriating $85,000 from Community Preservation funds for Perry Lane Park pool rehabilitation, a zone change petition for 131 Coronet Circle, and a resolution to reestablish a sister city relationship with Reggio Calabria, Italy.

• $116,600 grant for Behavioral Crisis Co-Response Program in the Police Department
• $116,290 grant for 911 Support and Incentive for the Police Department
• $85,000 from Community Preservation Fund for Perry Lane Park pool rehabilitation
• Public hearing on ordinance adding driveway and common/shared driveway definitions
• Petition to rezone 131 Coronet Circle from Agricultural to Resident A-1 District

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to add definitions for 'Driveway' and 'Driveway – Common/Shared'. The board will also review site plans for properties on South Westfield Street and Main Street, as well as a Form A subdivision application. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and correspondence.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment to Chapter 180 adding definitions for driveway and shared driveway (Mayor Johnson & City Council President Sandlin)
• Site plan review for 195 South Westfield Street (Aljanabi)
• Site plan review for 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel)
• Form A subdivision application for 3 & 7 Spring Street (Patriot Living, LLC)
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several development projects and resource area delineations. The body will also consider requests to extend orders of conditions for specific subdivisions and properties.

• Notice of Intent for Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project (Agawam DPW)
• Notice of Intent for 1422 and 1444 Main Street (Shield Hotels)
• Resource Area Delineation for 1485 Suffield Street (Atrium Property Services)
• Request for Determination for 57 Barn Road (Magagnoli)
• Order of Conditions extensions for Nicole Terrace Subdivision and 233, 265, & Lot 6 Main Street (H.P Hood)

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet to discuss updates on the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures, the School Street Barn, historical markers projects, and 71 Bridge Street. The meeting also includes public input and correspondence. No votes or decisions are recorded on the agenda; these are discussion items.

• 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures Update
• School Street Barn
• Historical markers projects
• 71 Bridge Street update

Agawam High School Building Committee

The Agawam High School Building Committee meets to approve minutes from August and invoices for LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros. The main discussion item is a Design Development update on the high school project. The meeting also includes public comment and next steps.

• Approve invoices from August for LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros
• Design Development update for the Agawam High School project
• Approve meeting minutes from August 19, 2024
• Public comment period

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct public hearings regarding a variance and a special permit. The board will also review minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Case#2022-131: Coronet Circle-Savonin-Variance
• Public hearing for Case#2023-BBB Auto Inc.(Chuduk)-Special Permit

Golf Commission

The Agawam Municipal Golf Commission will meet to discuss the conditions of golf operations. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes.

• Review of conditions of Golf Operation

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will consider site plan applications for properties at 195 South Westfield Street and 1422-1444 Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from its September 5 meeting and review correspondence. No monetary amounts or detailed proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Site plan review – 195 South Westfield Street (Aljanabi)
• Site plan review – 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel)
• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2024
• Review of correspondences

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed transfer of a package store all-alcohol license from Sprocket Spirits Inc to Kahaan Liquors Corp at 1350 Springfield Street. Another hearing will consider a new Wine & Malt license application by Becand Inc for EZ Mart at 1672 Main Street. The Commission will also discuss a request from Axe House to adjust its outdoor enclosure and review updates for several existing licensees.

• Public hearing on transfer of Chapter 138 Sec 15 license (all alcohol) from Sprocket Spirits Inc dba Phipps Discount Liquors to Kahaan Liquors Corp dba Phipps Discount Liquors, Govindbhai Patel manager, at 1350 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills
• Public hearing on new Chapter 138 Sec 15 (Wine & Malt) license application by Becand Inc dba EZ MART, Samad Darouian manager, at 1672 Main Street
• Axe House request to adjust enclosure around outdoor space
• License updates: OMS Hospitality (Chez Josef), Restaurant Group Luva (The Federal), The Main St Still Inc (The Still), Main St Deli (RCM INC)

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission approved a license transfer from Sprocket Spirits Inc (Phipps Discount Liquors) to Kahaan Liquors Corp, with a pledge of the license to Rockland Trust. A new application for a beer and wine package store license by Becand Inc (EZ MART) was continued to October pending a floor plan submission. The Commission also noted that The Federal and The Still have closed, and Main St Deli may not renew its license.

• Approved license transfer for Phipps Discount Liquors to Kahaan Liquors Corp with pledge to Rockland Trust
• Continued EZ MART package store license application to October for missing floor plan
• Closed status reports: OMS Hospitality (Chez Josef) unresponsive, The Federal closed, The Still closed
• Main St Deli (RCM Inc) exploring sale; may not renew license
• Axe House withdrew request to adjust outdoor enclosure

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee will meet to discuss progress on the Housing Production Plan and next steps, as well as accessory dwelling units. Members will also plan a presentation to the City Council on Chapter 40R smart-growth zoning. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and discussion of a committee table at an upcoming festival.

• Review of progress on goals of the Housing Production Plan and discussion of next steps
• Discuss accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
• Planning for a presentation by Member Ronghi to the City Council on 40-R
• Discuss Housing Committee table for the Rotary Harvest Festival

Beautification Committee

The Agawam Beautification Committee will meet on September 17, 2024. The agenda is sparse and primarily administrative, covering approval of prior minutes, a discussion of barrels (no details provided), correspondence, and any unanticipated topics raised by the chair.

• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024
• Discussion of barrels (purpose or specifics not detailed in agenda)
• Correspondence review
• Potential discussion on topics not anticipated by the Chair

The Agawam Beautification Committee met on September 17, 2024, and approved the August 20, 2024 minutes as written. They discussed new sign brackets and petunia varieties for next season, deciding to finalize color choices at the next meeting. The committee voted to keep the barrel placement item on the agenda, including discussion about River Road, and will draft a thank-you letter to West Springfield.

• Approved August 20, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Kept barrel placement item on agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Community Relations Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to discuss the adoption of Orders of Taking for the Maple Street Safe Routes to School Project. This action is intended to facilitate the reconstruction of Maple Street.

• TR-2024-51: Resolution for Orders of Taking for the Maple Street Safe Routes to School Project

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to review minutes and a specific budgetary transfer. The body is considering moving funds between two municipal golf accounts.

• Budgetary Transfer TO-2024-6: $19,509.30 from Municipal Golf Equipment Repair to Municipal Golf Chemicals & Lab

City Council

The Agawam City Council will review resolutions to accept state grants for police services and allocate funds for park rehabilitation. The body will also discuss ordinances regarding the Council on Aging van driver and IT Technician positions.

• Resolution for $116,290.00 911 Support and Incentive Grant for Agawam Police Department
• Resolution for $116,600.00 Behavioral Crisis Co-Response Program grant for Agawam Police Department
• Appropriation of $85,000.00 from Community Preservation Fund for Perry Lane Park pool rehabilitation
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 49-7 regarding Council on Aging van driver
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 49-7 regarding the IT Technician position

City Council

The Agawam City Council will discuss accepting two grants for the police department totaling $232,890: one from the state 911 Department and one from the Department of Mental Health for a behavioral crisis co-response program. They will also consider appropriating $85,000 from the Community Preservation Fund to rehabilitate the pool at Perry Lane Park. Other items include a resolution to televise subcommittee meetings and a public hearing on driveway definitions set for October 7.

• Resolution TR-2024-52: Accept $116,290 911 Support and Incentive Grant for police department
• Resolution TR-2024-53: Accept $116,600 Behavioral Crisis Co-Response Program grant from Dept. of Mental Health
• Resolution TR-2024-54: Appropriate $85,000 from Community Preservation Fund for Perry Lane Park pool rehabilitation
• Ordinance TOR-2024-8: Public hearing to amend Chapter 180 adding driveway definitions (Oct. 7)
• Resolution TR-2024-50: Direct recording and televising of City Council subcommittee meetings

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a hearing on a tobacco sales violation at Riverside Liquors and approve minutes from previous meetings. Reports on summer activities, school nurse staffing and school openings, and flu season preparations will also be discussed.

• Tobacco Sales Violation Hearing - Riverside Liquors
• Approval of June Minutes
• Approval of August Tobacco Violation Hearing Minutes
• Health Department Summer Activities report
• School Nurse Activities: staffing and opening schools

The Board of Health held a public hearing for a tobacco sales violation at Riverside Liquors, where a youth was sold cigarettes during a compliance check. After hearing testimony, the board unanimously voted to uphold the violation, imposing a $1,000 fine and a 3-day suspension, which the owner scheduled for October 14-16. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and discussed budget updates and summer activities.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August tobacco violation meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Upheld tobacco violation against Riverside Liquors, fined $1,000 and 3-day suspension (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding several notices of intent and resource area delineations. The body will also review enforcement order updates and approve minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for 95 Parkedge Drive (Agawam DPW)
• Public hearing: Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation for 1485 Suffield Street (Atrium Property Services)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for 1422, 1444 Main Street, Main Street & Rear Main Street (Shield Hotels)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project (Agawam DPW)

The Agawam Conservation Commission approved an Order of Conditions for the DPW's stormwater improvement project at 95 Parkedge Drive, which includes extending riprap and creating a swale to redirect runoff onto town-owned land. The commission also required a peer review for a wetland delineation at 1485 Suffield Street and continued several public hearings to the next meeting.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 95 Parkedge Drive stormwater project (5-0)
• Required peer review for ANRAD at 1485 Suffield Street (5-0)
• Continued ANRAD hearing for 1485 Suffield Street to Sept 26 (5-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 1422-1444 Main Street to Sept 26 (5-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation to Sept 26 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 22, 2024 (5-0)

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will hold a meeting on September 5, 2024. The agenda includes review of site plans for 195 South Westfield Street (Aljanabi) and 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel), as well as a request for partial release of bond for the Samuel Street Subdivision (Calabrese). The board will also approve minutes from August 15, 2024 and handle correspondences.

• Site plan review for 195 South Westfield Street – Aljanabi
• Site plan review for 1422-1444 Main Street – Shields Hotel
• Request for Partial Release of Bond – Samuel Street Subdivision – Calabrese
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024
• Correspondences

The Agawam Planning Board voted unanimously to continue two site plan reviews (195 South Westfield Street and 1422-1444 Main Street) to the September 19, 2024 meeting. The board also approved a bond reduction for the Samuel Street subdivision, releasing $18,500 of the $29,500 bond, with $11,000 withheld for remaining work. Minutes from August 15, 2024 were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued site plan for 195 South Westfield Street to Sept 19, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued site plan for 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel) to Sept 19, 2024 (5-0)
• Released $18,500 of Samuel Street bond for Calabrese, withholding $11,000 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 (5-0)

Community Preservation Act Committee

The Agawam Community Preservation Committee will hold a meeting on August 28, 2024. They will consider an application for $85,000 in funding for the Perry Lane Pool. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from their May 8, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes any other business that may legally come before the committee and adjournment.

• Application for $85,000 in Community Preservation Act funds for the Perry Lane Pool

The Community Preservation Committee approved an $85,000 funding request from the Budgeted Reserve Fund for concrete repairs at Perry Lane Pool. The total project cost is $141,786, with Park and Recreation covering the remaining $56,786. The committee also heard an update on Still Brook Park, where construction delays are being resolved at no additional cost to the town.

• Approved $85,000 from Budgeted Reserve Fund for Perry Lane Pool concrete repairs (all in favor)
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet on August 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Captain Charles Leonard House. The agenda includes public input, correspondence, and updates on the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures, the School Street Barn, historical marker projects, and the property at 71 Bridge Street. No decisions or votes are specified in the agenda.

• Update on 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures
• Discussion of School Street Barn
• Historical marker projects update
• Update on 71 Bridge Street

The Agawam Historical Commission met on August 27, 2024, and discussed ongoing projects, including the 1985 Historic Structures Inventory update and revisions to architectural drawings for 71 Bridge Street. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Discussed inventory update; Walsh to use existing sign name for Cooper Street cemetery
• No new news on School Street Barn
• Deferred discussion of historical markers to next meeting
• Noted revisions to 71 Bridge Street drawings; Jablonski to meet with owner and commission
• Received CDBG assistance notice for homeowners
• Received project notification for storm water work at 315 Silver Street
• Commission to contact Columbus Club about donating removed sidewalk signage
• Commission to send letter to DPW about historical sidewalk signage at 78 Maple Street

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing continued for a Notice of Intent regarding the Shield Hotels development at 1422 and 1444 Main Street. They will also review two Requests for Determination: one for work at 49 Silver Lake Drive and another for MassDOT's Route 57 resurfacing. Other business includes discussion of 184 River Road, writing an Order of Conditions for South Westfield Street, and updates on enforcement orders.

• Public hearing continued for Notice of Intent at 1422, 1444 Main Street (Shield Hotels)
• Request for Determination for resurfacing and related work on Route 57 (MassDOT)
• Request for Determination for work at 49 Silver Lake Drive (Snow)
• Discussion of 184 River Road (Kanegsberg)
• Write Order of Conditions for South Westfield Street (DePalma)

The Agawam Conservation Commission issued a negative determination for tree removal at 49 Silver Lake Drive, conditional on silt sock use, stump grinding, new tree planting, and offsite removal of woodchips. It also issued a negative determination for MassDOT's Route 57 resurfacing project, with no work in water and silt socks in catch basins. The commission continued the Shield Hotels public hearing to September 12, 2024, and issued an Order of Conditions for South Westfield Street. No substantive decisions were made on other agenda items.

• Issued negative determination for tree removal at 49 Silver Lake Drive (6-0)
• Issued negative determination for Route 57 resurfacing by MassDOT (7-0)
• Continued Shield Hotels public hearing to September 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for South Westfield Street (7-0)
• Approved August 8, 2024 minutes (5-0-2)

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss barrels. The agenda also includes correspondence and unanticipated topics.

• Approval of July 16, 2024 minutes
• Discussion regarding barrels

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Riverside Park Enterprises Inc., doing business as Six Flags New England, to change its liquor license from Restaurant to General On-Premise. They will also review and approve a new license application and consider a weekly amusement license application for White Glove Caterer's Inc. The meeting includes review of prior minutes and other business.

• Public hearing: Six Flags New England license type change (Restaurant to General On-Premise) at 1623 Main Street.
• New license application review and approval.
• Weekly Amusement License application for White Glove Caterer's Inc., 485 Springfield St., Feeding Hills.
• Review of July 30, 2024 License Commission meeting minutes.

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved transferring a General on Premises Liquor License to Six Flags New England, correcting a past clerical error. The commission also approved a Weekly Amusement License for White Glove Caterer’s Inc. No public comment was made on either application.

• Approved transfer of General on Premises Liquor License to Riverside Park Enterprises, Inc. dba Six Flags New England, 1623 Main Street
• Approved Weekly Amusement License for White Glove Caterer’s Inc., 485 Springfield St., Feeding Hills
• Both approvals were unanimous 3-0
• Six Flags will now hold two General on Premises Liquor Licenses with separate sections: The Grove and the Amusement section

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will hold a meeting on August 15, 2024, to review three site plan applications: at 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma), 180 South West Street (Eversource Energy), and 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel). They will also approve minutes from August 1, 2024, and handle correspondences.

• Site plan review – 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Site plan review – 180 South West Street (Eversource Energy)
• Site plan review – 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel)
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024
• Correspondences

The Agawam Planning Board approved a site plan for 157 residential units at 685 South Westfield Street, conditional on receiving homeowners' association documentation and a statement of ownership. The board also approved a site plan for an Eversource facility at 180 South West Street, conditional on Zoning Board of Appeals approval. A site plan for the Shields Hotel at 1422-1444 Main Street was continued to the September 5, 2024 meeting.

• Approved site plan for 157-unit housing project at 685 South Westfield Street, conditional on HOA documentation and ownership statement (5-0)
• Approved Eversource facility site plan at 180 South West Street, conditional on ZBA approval (4-0)
• Continued Shields Hotel site plan at 1422-1444 Main Street to September 5, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved August 1, 2024 meeting minutes as written (4-0-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to hear three cases: a special permit for Cellco Partnership (Verizon Wireless) at 1000 Suffield Street, a variance at 131 Coronet Circle, and a continued special permit at 54 Colemore Street. The board will also approve minutes from July 22, 2024, and consider any other legally permissible matters.

• Special Permit: Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless at 1000 Suffield Street (7:00 PM)
• Variance: Savonin at 131 Coronet Circle (6:30 PM)
• Special Permit (continued): Beaudette at 54 Colemore Street (6:15 PM)
• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2024

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for Verizon Wireless to build a 160-foot cell tower at 1000 Suffield Street, subject to nine conditions including a removal bond, insurance, and a 3-year construction deadline. The board also allowed the withdrawal of a special permit application for a chicken coop at 54 Colemore Street and continued a variance request for a proposed subdivision at Coronet Circle to a future meeting.

• Approved special permit for Verizon Wireless cell tower at 1000 Suffield Street (3-0)
• Approved withdrawal of special permit application for chicken coop at 54 Colemore Street (3-0)
• Continued variance hearing for subdivision at Coronet Circle to September 23, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 22, 2024 meeting (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will continue public hearings on three Notices of Intent for development projects, including a hotel development at 1422/1444 Main Street, and discuss enforcement order updates and correspondence.

• Continued Request for Determination at 174 Edgewater Road – Cahillane
• Continued Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – South Westfield Street – DePalma
• Continued Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – 1422, 1444 Main Street, Main Street & Rear Main Street – Shield Hotels
• Continued Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – 1014 North Street Ext. – VIP Homes & Associates, LLC
• Enforcement Order Updates and approval of July 25, 2024 minutes

The Commission issued a Positive Determination for a proposed pool at 174 Edgewater Road, voting 4-0. They also closed the public hearing for the South Westfield Street project after accepting the Alternatives Analysis and allowing the main access road as a limited project. Two other public hearings were continued to later dates.

• Issued Positive Determination for 174 Edgewater Road-Cahillane (4-0)
• Accepted Alternatives Analysis for South Westfield Street-DePalma (4-0)
• Allowed main access road review as limited project under 310CMR 10.53(3)(c) (4-0)
• Closed public hearing for South Westfield Street-DePalma (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for Shield Hotels to August 22, 2024 (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for VIP Homes to October 10, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved July 25, 2024 minutes as written (4-0)

City Council

The Agawam City Council will vote on several resolutions, including the acceptance of state grants and the appointment of three members to the Veteran's Council. The body will also discuss a lease for the Head Start Program and an ordinance regarding solicitors and canvassers.

• Acceptance of a $949,999 Community Development Block Grant from the Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities
• Acceptance of a $62,850.10 grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 128 and add Chapter 129 regarding Solicitors and Canvassers
• Lease agreement with Community Action Pioneer Valley, Inc. for property at 733 Main Street
• Resolution to record and televise City Council subcommittee meetings

The Agawam City Council held a regular meeting with all 11 councilors present. The only formal action taken was approving the minutes from the July 8, 2024 meeting. The council heard a detailed community update from Mayor Johnson covering multiple capital projects, including the high school, police station, and roadwork. All new business items, including resolutions and an ordinance, were referred to committees or placed on the next agenda without a vote.

• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Referred $62,850.10 state grant to Finance Committee
• Referred $949,999.00 CDBG grant to Finance Committee
• Referred resolution on recording subcommittee meetings to Legislative Committee
• Referred solicitors/canvassers ordinance to Legislative Committee
• Placed 5 other resolutions on next agenda without action

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several grant acceptances and appointments to the Veteran's Council. The body is also considering a new ordinance regarding solicitors and canvassers and a resolution to televise subcommittee meetings.

• Acceptance of a $949,999.00 Community Development Block Grant from the Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities
• Acceptance of a $62,850.10 grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 128 and add Chapter 129 regarding Solicitors and Canvassers
• Lease agreement with Community Action Pioneer Valley, Inc. for the Head Start Program at 733 Main Street
• Resolution to record and televise City Council subcommittee meetings

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will meet on August 1, 2024 to consider several site plan applications, a Form A subdivision, a release of covenant, and approval of prior minutes. Items include proposals from Six Flags New England, DePalma, Eversource, and Shields Hotel.

• Site Plan – 1623 Main Street (Six Flags New England, Inc.)
• Site Plan – 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Site Plan – 180 South West Street (Eversource Energy)
• Form A – Windermere Drive (Poe)
• Site Plan – 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel)

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold public hearings on applications for new wine and malt package store licenses from Pride #638 (395 Main St.), Agawam Gulf (18 Springfield St.), and Feeding Hills Public Market (634 Springfield St.). The commission will also consider an amusement device application for Brewcade (303 Walnut St.) and review minutes from June meetings.

• Public hearing for Pride Operating, LLC dba Pride #638 at 395 Main St. for a wine and malt package store license
• Public hearing for P2SP Corp. dba Agawam Gulf at 18 Springfield St. for a wine and malt package store license
• Public hearing for Alina Management, LLC dba Feeding Hills Public Market at 634 Springfield St. for a wine and malt package store license
• Amusement device application for Brewcade at 303 Walnut St., Michael Sarnelli, Manager
• Review and approve minutes from June 5 and June 20, 2024 meetings

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission held a public hearing on July 30, 2024, and unanimously approved three new Wine & Malt Package Store licenses for Pride #638 at 395 Main Street, Agawam Gulf at 18 Springfield Street, and Feeding Hills Market at 634 Springfield Street. The commission also approved amusement devices for Brewcade at 303 Walnut Street and accepted minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved Pride Operating, LLC for a Wine & Malt license at 395 Main Street; license held in abeyance until construction complete (Spring 2025).
• Approved P2SP Corp. for a Wine & Malt license at 18 Springfield Street (Agawam Gulf).
• Approved Alina Management, LLC for a Wine & Malt license at 634 Springfield Street (Feeding Hills Market).
• Approved amusement devices for Brewcade at 303 Walnut Street.
• Approved minutes from June 5 and June 20 meetings.

Golf Commission

The Agawam Municipal Golf Commission is meeting to review the conditions of the golf operation. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and any other matter before adjournment.

• Review conditions of Golf Operation

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will hold public hearings and review requests for determination for several properties. The body will also discuss the Order of Conditions for the Town of Agawam's May Hollow Culvert Replacement Project.

• Request for Determination: 61 Hemlock Ridge (Afonso)
• Request for Determination: 174 Edgewater Road (Cahillane)
• Notice of Intent public hearings: South Westfield Street (DePalma), 1422 and 1444 Main Street (Shield Hotels), and 1014 North Street Ext. (VIP Homes & Associates, LLC)
• Plan Revision: Ace Precision Way
• Review of Order of Conditions: May Hollow Culvert Replacement Project

The Agawam Conservation Commission approved plan revisions for Ace Precision Way, reducing impervious area and buffer zone disturbance. The commission also issued a negative determination for a residence at 61 Hemlock Ridge and continued several items to the August 8, 2024 meeting, including a pool request at 174 Edgewater Road and a public hearing for South Westfield Street.

• Approved plan revisions for Ace Precision Way (5-0)
• Issued negative determination for 61 Hemlock Ridge residence (4-0)
• Continued 174 Edgewater Road pool request to Aug 8 (5-0)
• Continued South Westfield Street public hearing to Aug 8 (5-0)
• Continued Shield Hotels public hearing to Aug 8 (5-0)
• Approved July 11, 2024 minutes as written (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider a special permit request for a property on Colemore Street. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 8, 2024 meeting.

• Case#2020-54 Colemore Street-Beaudette-Special Permit

The Zoning Board of Appeals continued the special permit request for a chicken coop at 54 Colemore Street to August 12, 2024, to allow the petitioners to resubmit a plan showing the required 50-foot distance from neighboring structures. The board also approved the minutes from the July 8, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued special permit for chicken coop at 54 Colemore Street to August 12, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 meeting (3-0)

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will review site plans for several commercial and residential properties. The board will also address bond settings and releases for specific subdivisions.

• Site plan for 1000 Suffield Street
• Site plan for 180 South West Street (Eversource Energy)
• Site plans for 6 Ace Precision Way and 24 Ace Precision Way (TGE Reality, LLC)
• Site plan for 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel)
• Bond release for Nicole Terrace Subdivision

The Agawam Planning Board approved a site plan for a 160-foot Verizon Wireless monopole at 1000 Suffield Street, conditional upon Zoning Board of Appeals approval. The board also approved site plans for two contractor buildings at 6 and 24 Ace Precision Way, and approved plan revisions at 395 Main Street. Several other items were tabled or continued to the August 1, 2024 meeting, and a bond release for Nicole Terrace Subdivision was denied.

• Approved site plan for 160-ft Verizon tower at 1000 Suffield St, conditional on ZBA approval (5-0)
• Approved site plans for 6 & 24 Ace Precision Way contractor buildings, conditional on engineering comments (5-0)
• Approved plan revisions at 395 Main Street (5-0)
• Tabled Eversource site plan at 180 South West St to Aug 1 (5-0)
• Continued Form A at Windermere Drive to Aug 1 (5-0)
• Continued Shields Hotel site plan at 1422-1444 Main St to Aug 1 (5-0)
• Continued site plan at 685 South Westfield St to Aug 1 (5-0)
• Denied bond release for Nicole Terrace Subdivision (5-0)

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee will discuss a 40R presentation to the City Council, consider a Community Preservation Act (CPA) application, and review progress on the Housing Production Plan goals. The agenda also includes a lottery for Rosewood Way.

• Rosewood Way Lottery
• 40-R Presentation to City Council
• CPA application
• Review progress of goals on Housing Production Plan

Beautification Committee

The Agawam Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 18, discuss barrel-related matters, a letter to the editor, correspondence, and any unanticipated topics. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific proposals or decisions detailed.

• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 'Barrels' (no further details)
• Discussion of a Letter to the Editor
• General correspondence review

Agawam High School Building Committee

The Agawam High School Building Committee will meet to approve June invoices and minutes. The body will vote on amendments regarding geothermal test wells and design development through construction and closeout.

• Vote on amendments for geothermal test wells and design development for LeftField, Flansburgh, and Fontaine Bros.
• Approval of June invoices for LeftField and Flansburgh

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission will continue public hearings regarding Notices of Intent for several properties. The commission will also receive updates on enforcement orders and review correspondence.

• Notice of Intent: South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Notice of Intent: 1422, 1444 Main Street (Shield Hotels)
• Notice of Intent: 1014 North Street Ext. (VIP Homes & Associates, LLC)
• Enforcement order updates

City Council

The Administrative Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will hold a public hearing regarding an Eversource pole petition for North Westfield Street in Feeding Hills. The committee will also review the approval of minutes from February 20, 2024.

• Public Hearing: Eversource Pole Petition – North Westfield Street, Feeding Hills
• Approval of minutes dated February 20, 2024

City Council

The Agawam City Council will hold a workshop meeting following its regular session on July 8, 2024. The purpose of this workshop is a presentation regarding Chapter 40R Smart Growth Districts.

• Presentation on Chapter 40R Smart Growth Districts

City Council

The Agawam City Council will vote on resolutions to confirm two appointments to local boards. The council will also consider accepting a memorial gift of $34,791.75.

• Appointment of Joan Haynes to the Agawam Housing Authority
• Acceptance of a $34,791.75 donation from Linda M. Edelman
• Appointment of Katherine Anne Johnston to the Agawam License Commission

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review a special permit request for Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless at Suffield Street. The board will also discuss plan revisions for Pride Operating, LLC at 395 Main Street and approve minutes from the June 10, 2024, meeting.

• Special permit request for Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless (Suffield Street)
• Plan revisions for Pride Operating, LLC (395 Main Street)
• Approval of June 10, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will consider a new performance agreement for the Nicole Terrace Subdivision. This item involves Hillside Development Corporation.

• New performance agreement for Nicole Terrace Subdivision by Hillside Development Corporation

Conservation Commission

The Commission will continue public hearings regarding Notices of Intent for several properties. These include locations on South Westfield Street, Main Street, and North Street Extension. The agenda also includes updates on enforcement orders.

• Public hearing for DePalma at South Westfield Street
• Public hearing for Shield Hotels at 1422, 1444 Main Street, Main Street & Rear Main Street
• Public hearing for VIP Homes & Associates, LLC at 1014 North Street Ext.
• Updates on enforcement orders

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet to review the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures. The agenda includes updates on the School Street Barn and 71 Bridge Street. The commission will also discuss historical marker projects.

• Update on 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures
• School Street Barn discussion
• Historical markers projects
• 71 Bridge Street update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items were provided.

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission approved a transfer of license and change of manager for McCarthy’s Liquors at 430 Main St. The application transfers the license from Maplerock, Inc. to MRIK Corp., with Govindbhai Patel as the new manager.

• Approved liquor license transfer and change of manager for McCarthy’s Liquors (430 Main St.)
• Change of management from John McCarthy to Govindbhai Patel
• Announcement that four wine and malt package store licenses are available

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board is meeting to review multiple site plans and plan revisions. These reviews include properties on South Westfield Street, Suffield Street, and Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 6, 2024, meeting.

• Site plan for 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Site plan for 1000 Suffield Street (Town of Agawam)
• Site plan for 1422-1444 Main Street (Shields Hotel)
• Plan revisions for 395 Main Street (Pride Operating, LLC)

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee will review a CPA application and prepare for a 40-R presentation to the City Council and Planning Board. The committee will also discuss housing legislation in the State House.

• CPA application
• 40-R presentation to City Council and Planning Board
• Housing legislation in the State House

Beautification Committee

The committee will meet to approve the minutes from the May 21, 2024, meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding 'barrels' and a review of correspondence. Specific details for the barrel item are not provided in the agenda.

• Approval of May 21, 2024, minutes
• Discussion regarding barrels
• Review of correspondence

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to approve May 6 meeting minutes. The agenda includes a resolution to use $44,700 from golf course retained earnings for salaries.

• Resolution TR-2024-36: Appropriate $44,700 for Agawam Municipal Golf Course salaries
• Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The Legislative Sub-Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 20, 2024. The meeting also includes consideration of a resolution regarding paint stewardship legislation in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• Approval of May 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Resolution TR-2024-37 supporting paint stewardship legislation

City Council

The Agawam City Council will consider resolutions regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget and golf course salaries. The agenda also includes confirming an appointment to the Agawam Housing Authority and accepting two memorial gifts. A budgetary transfer for Clerk's Office equipment repairs is also scheduled for review.

• Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget
• $44,700.00 appropriation for Agawam Municipal Golf Course salaries
• Acceptance of a $46,995.00 gift from Linda M. Edelman
• Confirmation of Joan Haynes to the Agawam Housing Authority
• Acceptance of a $34,791.75 gift from Linda M. Edelman

City Council

The Agawam City Council is reviewing resolutions for an appointment and a donation. One resolution confirms Joan Haynes to the Agawam Housing Authority. Another addresses accepting $34,791.75 from Linda M. Edelman.

• Appointment of Joan Haynes to the Agawam Housing Authority
• Acceptance of a $34,791.75 gift from Linda M. Edelman

Agawam High School Building Committee

The committee will discuss a schematic design update for the Agawam High School project. Members will also vote to approve May 20, 2024, meeting minutes and invoices from LeftField and Flansburgh.

• Approval of May invoices for LeftField and Flansburgh
• Schematic Design update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss plan revisions regarding Case#2008-395 Main Street. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Plan revisions for Case#2008-395 Main Street

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Notices of Intent for properties on Main Street, South Westfield Street, and North Street Extension. The meeting also includes a discussion about 497 South Westfield Street and updates on enforcement orders.

• Notice of Intent: 1422, 1444 Main Street, Main Street & Rear Main Street (Shield Hotels)
• Notice of Intent: South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Notice of Intent: 1014 North Street Ext. (VIP Homes & Associates, LLC)
• Discussion regarding 497 South Westfield Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss updates regarding the Opioid Crisis Speaker Series and an Allies in Recovery presentation. The meeting also covers school nurse end-of-year preparations and upcoming public health nurse activities.

• Allies in Recovery speaker series presentation at Agawam Library
• School nurse end-of-year preparation
• Sunscreen dispenser program
• July 16 sharps container collection day

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding Case#2018-61 on Valley Street and Case#2019-1000 on Suffield Street. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from May 13, 2024.

• Public hearing for Case#2018-61 (Valley Street)
• Public hearing for Case#2019-1000 (Suffield Street)
• Approval of May 13, 2024 minutes

Golf Commission

The Agawam Municipal Golf Commission is meeting to review the conditions of golf operations. The remaining agenda items are procedural.

• Review of golf operation conditions

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will review site plans for 685 South Westfield Street and 1422-1444 Main Street. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Southwick Street parcels and plan revisions for 395 Main Street.

• Site plan: 685 South Westfield Street
• Site plan: 1422-1444 Main Street
• Discussion: Southwick Street Parcels
• Plan Revisions: 395 Main Street

Agawam License Commission

The Commission awarded an available All Alcohol Package Store License to Agawam Retail Beverage, Inc. dba Wine & Market at 1 Southbridge Dr. The board also discussed police detail requirements for The Still and noted a pending license transfer application for McCarthy’s Liquors.

• Award of All Alcohol Package Store License to Agawam Retail Beverage, Inc. dba Wine & Market
• Discussion regarding police detail at The Still, 63 Springfield St.
• Public hearing scheduled for June 20, 2024, for a license transfer at McCarthy’s Liquors

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will vote on applications for an available All Alcohol Package Store license from four businesses. The commission will also discuss police security arrangements with a local establishment and review prior meeting minutes.

• Vote on All Alcohol Package Store licenses for Stateline Liquor (241 South Westfield St.), Feeding Hills Variety (344 North Westfield St.), Wine & Market (1 Southbridge Dr.), and Agawam Gulf (18 Springfield St.)
• Discussion with Becky Maslar of The Still (63 Springfield St.) regarding police detail arrangements at her establishment
• Review of minutes from the May 22, 2024 License Commission meeting

City Council

The Community Relations Sub-Committee will discuss resolutions regarding a $1,280,000.00 federal grant and local fund use. The committee will also consider appropriating $8,010.57 for the Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum archive preservation and signage project.

• Resolution to accept a $1,280,000.00 federal grant (TR-2024-33)
• Appropriation of $8,010.57 for museum preservation and signage (TR-2024-34)
• Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The body will also consider several resolutions for grant acceptance and fund appropriations.

• Public hearing for TR-2024-32 to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget
• TR-2024-33: Resolution to accept a $1,280,000.00 Congressionally Directed Spending grant
• TR-2024-34: Appropriation of $8,010.57 for Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum archive preservation and signage
• TR-2024-36: Appropriation of $44,700.00 from Municipal Golf Course Retained Earnings for salaries
• TR-2024-38: Acceptance of a $46,995.00 gift from Linda M. Edelman

City Council

The City Council will review resolutions to appropriate funds for municipal golf course salaries and accept a private gift. The body will also consider a resolution regarding paint stewardship legislation and a small budgetary transfer.

• TR-2024-36: $44,700 from Golf Course Retained Earnings for salaries
• TR-2024-38: Acceptance of a $46,995 gift from Linda M. Edelman
• TR-2024-37: Resolution supporting Massachusetts Paint Stewardship Legislation
• TO-2024-5: $345 budgetary transfer within the Clerk’s Office

City Council

The School Budget Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to discuss the proposed Agawam Public Schools FY25 School Budget. The body intends to send a recommendation regarding the budget proposal.

• Proposed Agawam Public Schools FY25 School Budget

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission is meeting to review updates to the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures. The body will also discuss the School Street Barn and historical marker projects.

• 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures Update
• School Street Barn
• Historical marker projects

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee is meeting to review a draft ordinance for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), receive an update on senior housing, and plan a 40-R workshop. The committee will also meet with a representative from the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission.

• Review draft ordinance for ADUs
• Meeting with Ken Comia, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission
• Senior housing update
• 40-R workshop planning
• Approval of April 23, 2024 minutes

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several conservation-related items, including continued public hearings on notices of intent for projects on South Westfield Street and the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation, a request for determination at 23 Walter Way, and certificates of compliance for properties on Suffield and Main Streets. The commission will also ratify an enforcement order for 57 Meadow Street and receive updates on enforcement orders.

• Request for Determination – 23 Walter Way – Olberg
• Public Hearing (continued) – Notice of Intent – South Westfield Street – DePalma
• Public Hearing (continued) – Notice of Intent – Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project – Agawam DPW
• Request for Certificate of Compliance – 916 Suffield Street
• Ratify Enforcement Order – 57 Meadow Street

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold a public hearing on applications for new all-alcohol licenses from four businesses. The meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2024 at the Agawam Senior Center.

• Public hearing for VVP Spirits, LLC dba Stateline Liquor at 241 South Westfield St., Feeding Hills
• Public hearing for Emil Krisna, Inc. dba Feeding Hills Variety at 342-344 North Westfield St., Feeding Hills
• Public hearing for Agawam Retail Beverage, Inc. dba Wine & Market at 1 Southbridge Dr., Agawam
• Public hearing for P2SP Corp., dba Agawam Gulf at 18 Springfield St., Agawam

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission held a public hearing on May 22, 2024, to consider two liquor license applications. The first applicant, VVP Spirits, LLC dba Stateline Liquors, proposes a location at 241 South Westfield St. in Feeding Hills. The second applicant, Emil Krisna, Inc. dba Feeding Hills Variety, is located at 344 North Westfield St. in Feeding Hills. No decision was made at this meeting; the hearing was continued to June 5, 2024.

• First applicant: VVP Spirits, LLC dba Stateline Liquors, 241 South Westfield St., Feeding Hills. Applicant Vinus Patel and Vishal Patel attended with attorney. No public comment for or against.
• Second applicant: Emil Krisna, Inc. dba Feeding Hills Variety, 344 North Westfield St., Feeding Hills. Emil Patel and manager Ramesh Patel attended.
• Chairman Ronghi stated no decision would be made until after a scheduled June 5 hearing regarding inaction on this license.

Beautification Committee

The Agawam Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from February and April 2024, discuss barrels, review correspondence, and address any unanticipated topics.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024 and April 16, 2024
• Discussion of barrels

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget and the acceptance of a $1,280,000.00 federal grant. The body will also review several ordinances amending the city code and resolutions regarding Community Preservation funds.

• TR-2024-32: Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget
• TR-2024-33: Acceptance of a $1,280,000.00 FY 2023 Congressionally Directed Spending/Community Project Funding grant
• TR-2024-34: Appropriation of $8,010.57 for Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum archive preservation and signage
• TOR-2024-4: Ordinance regarding the Law Department
• TOR-2024-6: Ordinance to establish Chapter 176 of the Code of the City of Agawam

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The body is also considering the acceptance of a federal grant and the appropriation of Community Preservation funds for local projects.

• Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget
• Acceptance of a $1,280,000.00 Fiscal Year 2023 Congressionally Directed Spending grant
• Appropriation of $8,010.57 from the Community Preservation Fund for Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum archive preservation and signage
• Resolution authorizing the reservation and appropriation of funds from the Community Preservation Fund

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss safety procedures with a representative from The Still and meet with Michael Sarnelli regarding a tabled new license application for Brewcade. The commission will also review a junk dealers license renewal for Block Jewelers and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion with Rebecca Maslar from The Still regarding safety procedures
• Meeting with Michael Sarnelli about tabled new license for Brewcade at 303 Walnut St.
• License renewal submission for Block Jewelers, Inc. — Junk Dealers License at 1 South End Bridge Circle
• Review of minutes from April 24, 2024 meeting

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board is meeting to review a site plan for 685 South Westfield Street, discuss parcels on Southwick Street, and approve minutes from the May 2 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major items listed.

• Site plan review for 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Discussion of Southwick Street parcels
• Approval of minutes from May 2, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a specific case on Valley Street. The board will also review minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Case# 2018-61 Valley Street-Kuzmenko
• Approval of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to continue public hearings on a Notice of Intent for South Westfield Street and the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project by the DPW. They will also consider a determination request on Nolan Lane, a partial certificate of compliance for Main Street properties, an extension for Valley Street, and discuss enforcement and emergency order criteria.

• Request for Determination – Nolan Lane – Pine Crossing Construction
• Public Hearing (continued) – Notice of Intent – South Westfield Street – DePalma
• Public Hearing (continued) – Notice of Intent – Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project – Agawam DPW
• Request for Partial Certificate of Compliance – 233, 265, & Lot 6 Main Street
• Request for Extension of Order of Conditions – 61 Valley Street

Board of Health

The Agawam Board of Health will discuss old business including American Public Health Corps projects and a Municipal Opioid Settlement Fund Conference, as well as new business regarding an Opioid Crisis Speaker Series flyer. The meeting also covers school nurse staffing and public health nurse activities such as body art establishment inspections.

• American Public Health Corps Projects
• Municipal Opioid Settlement Fund Conference
• Opioid Crisis Speaker Series Flyer
• School Nurse Staffing
• Body Art Establishment Inspections

Community Preservation Act Committee

The Agawam Community Preservation Act Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss FY25 budget reserves, and review a funding application from the Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum. The meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2024, at the Agawam Senior Center.

• Approval of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of FY25 budget reserves
• Review of funding application from Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum

City Council

The Community Relations Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the appropriation of Community Preservation Funds for two local projects. The body will review resolutions for design services and surface rehabilitation.

• TR-2024-26: $39,112.00 from Community Preservation Fund for Agawam Veterans’ pavilion and grounds design services
• TR-2024-27: $95,000.00 from Community Preservation Fund for rehabilitation of playground surfaces

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will review a $45,000 transfer from the Reserve Fund for Veterans benefits. The meeting also includes a resolution to accept a $2,262.00 donation for the Senior Center and an ordinance amendment.

• Resolution to accept $2,262.00 donation from Friends of the Agawam Senior Center
• Resolution to transfer $45,000.00 from the Reserve Fund for Veterans benefits
• Ordinance to amend Exhibit A of Chapter 49 of the Code of the Town of Agawam

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions involving Community Preservation Fund expenditures and transfers from the Reserve Fund. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program and multiple ordinances to amend the City Code.

• $39,112.00 for Agawam Veterans’ pavilion and grounds design services
• $95,000.00 for playground surface rehabilitation
• Establishment of in-person early voting for the June 11, 2024 Special Election
• $2,262.00 donation from Friends of the Agawam Senior Center
• $45,000.00 transfer from the Reserve Fund for Veterans benefits

City Council

The City Council will discuss three ordinances sponsored by Mayor Johnson. These proposals seek to amend the city code regarding the Law Department and Section 7C of Chapter 49, and to establish a new Chapter 176.

• TOR-2024-4: Ordinance to amend Chapter 49-7 regarding the Law Department
• TOR-2024-5: Ordinance to amend Section 7C of Chapter 49
• TOR-2024-6: Ordinance to establish Chapter 176 of the Code of the City of Agawam

Golf Commission

The Agawam Municipal Golf Commission is meeting to handle routine business: roll call, approval of prior minutes, and any other matters. The main substantive item is a review of the conditions of golf operations at the course.

• Review of golf course operating conditions
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Open item for any other business

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board is meeting to review a site plan for 685 South Westfield Street and two Form A applications for 148 North West Street and 61 Valley Street. They will also approve minutes from the March 21, 2024 meeting and discuss correspondence.

• Site plan review for 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Form A application for 148 North West Street (Silverbrook Environmental LLC)
• Form A application for 61 Valley Street (Kuzmenko)
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2024

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet to discuss updates to the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures. The body will also review current commission projects.

• 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures Update
• Agawam Historical Commission Projects

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to continue public hearings on four Notices of Intent, including a Verizon Wireless facility at 1000 Suffield Street, work at Agawam Junior High School (1305 Springfield Street), a project on South Westfield Street, and the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation by the DPW. They will also consider a partial certificate of compliance for properties at 233, 265, and Lot 6 Main Street, receive enforcement order updates, discuss emergency order criteria, and approve prior minutes.

• Continued hearing: Verizon Wireless (Cellco Partnership) at 1000 Suffield Street
• Continued hearing: Agawam Junior High School at 1305 Springfield Street
• Continued hearing: Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation (DPW)
• Request for partial certificate of compliance at 233, 265, & Lot 6 Main Street
• Discussion of emergency order criteria

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold a public hearing on a new wine and malt beverages license for Brewcade. They will also review applications for a junk dealer's license and four all-alcohol package store licenses, and vote on a one-day license for a fundraiser. A discussion on the status of the Chez Josef license is scheduled.

• Public hearing for new wine/malt license: Brewcade, 303 Walnut St., Suite C, manager Michael Sarnelli
• Junk dealer's license application: Rosati Materials Inc., 415 Silver St., President Brian LeDuc
• Review of 4 applications for All Alcohol Package store license
• Vote on one-day license for fundraiser at Captain Charles Leonard House, 663 Main St., June 14, 2024
• Discussion on status of Chez Josef license

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee is meeting to review and prioritize goals for the Housing Production Plan (HPP) and discuss a draft ordinance for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). They will also discuss a meeting with the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission and ask the town to identify possible locations for development to meet safe harbor criteria.

• Review and prioritize goals and implementation of HPP
• Review draft ordinance for ADUs
• Discuss meeting with Ken Comia of Pioneer Valley Planning Commission
• Ask town to identify possible locations for development to meet safe harbor criteria

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a case at Carmen Ave. The board will also review minutes from the April 8, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing for Case# 2017-61 Carmen Ave-Stewart

Planning Board

The April 18, 2024 meeting of the Agawam Planning Board has been cancelled because there were not enough members present to form a quorum. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to discuss funding for the municipal golf course and the upcoming special municipal election. Members will review two transfer requests sponsored by Mayor Johnson.

• TR-2024-22: $271,500 from Golf Course Retained Earnings for operations and capital improvements
• TR-2024-23: $17,628 from Reserve Fund for the June 11, 2024 Special Municipal Election

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several funding resolutions, including capital improvements for the municipal golf course and a five-year Capital Improvement Program. The body is also addressing logistics for a June 11, 2024 Special Municipal Election.

• TR-2024-22: $271,500 from Golf Course Retained Earnings for operations and capital improvements
• TR-2024-23: $17,628 from Reserve Fund for the June 11, 2024 Special Municipal Election
• TR-2024-26: $39,112 from Community Preservation Fund for Agawam Veterans’ pavilion and grounds design
• TR-2024-27: $95,000 from Community Preservation Fund for playground surface rehabilitation
• TR-2024-29: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions regarding community fund expenditures and municipal transfers. Items include funding for the Veterans’ pavilion, playground surface rehabilitation, and a five-year capital improvement program.

• $39,112.00 for Agawam Veterans’ pavilion and grounds design services
• $95,000.00 for playground surface rehabilitation
• Establishment of in-person voting for the June 11, 2024 Special Election
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
• $45,000.00 transfer from the Reserve Fund for Veterans benefits

Beautification Committee

The Agawam Beautification Committee will meet on April 16, 2024, at 3:00 PM at the Agawam Senior Center. The agenda includes discussions on barrels, a paver project, correspondence, and any unanticipated topics.

• Barrels
• Paver Project

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings and discuss various conservation-related matters. The agenda includes a new public hearing for a Verizon Wireless facility at 1000 Suffield Street, as well as continued hearings for projects at the Agawam Junior High School, South Westfield Street, and the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation. The commission will also review plan revisions, certificates of compliance, and enforcement updates.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless at 1000 Suffield Street
• Continued public hearing: Notice of Intent for Agawam Junior High School at 1305 Springfield Street
• Continued public hearing: Notice of Intent for DePalma on South Westfield Street
• Continued public hearing: Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project by Agawam DPW
• Request for Partial Certificate of Compliance for 233, 265, & Lot 6 Main Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to approve March minutes and hear citizen comments. Old business includes American Public Health Corps projects, while new business covers a Starbucks opening and a conference on the Municipal Opioid Settlement Fund. Updates will also be provided on school nurse staffing, end-of-year field trips, and public health nurse reports on COVID-19 and influenza.

• Starbucks opening
• Municipal Opioid Settlement Fund conference
• American Public Health Corps projects
• School nurse staffing and end-of-year field trips
• COVID-19 and influenza updates

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an application for a demolition permit. The request involves the Timothy Collins House and other structures located at 71 Bridge Street.

• Demolition Permit application for the Timothy Collins House
• Demolition of other structures at 71 Bridge Street

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission is holding a public hearing to consider a demolition permit application. The request concerns the Timothy Collins House and other structures at 71 Bridge Street.

• Demolition permit application for Timothy Collins House and other structures at 71 Bridge Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to conduct public hearings on two specific cases. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the March 11, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Case# 2016-59 regarding Simpson Circle-Velez
• Continued public hearing for Case# 2015-31 regarding Reed Street-Bayram
• Approval of March 11, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several funding resolutions and commission appointments. This includes appropriations for golf course operations and funding for a special municipal election.

• Appropriation of $271,500 from Golf Course Retained Earnings for operations and capital improvements
• Transfer of $17,628 from the Reserve Fund for the June 11, 2024 Special Municipal Election
• Appointment of Anne M. Liptak to the Agawam Historical Commission
• Reappointment of Doreen A. Prouty to the Community Preservation Act Committee

City Council

The Legislative Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will review a petition to rezone 1422 Main Street. The meeting also includes a discussion of an ordinance to amend Chapters 180 and 114 of the Town Code.

• Zone change petition for 1422 Main Street from Residence A-2 to Business A
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 180 and Chapter 114 of the Code of the Town of Agawam

City Council

The Agawam City Council will hold public hearings on a zoning change request and a code amendment. The body will also consider resolutions regarding municipal funding and committee appointments.

• Public hearing for zone change of 1422 Main Street from Residence A-2 to Business A
• Resolution to appropriate $271,500 from Golf Course Retained Earnings for operations and capital improvements
• Resolution to transfer $17,628 from the Reserve Fund for the June 11, 2024 Special Municipal Election
• Resolution naming park property between Pine Street and South West Street as Still Brook Farm
• Resolution to accept a gift from the Pioneer Valley Transportation Authority for a Senior Center van

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings and discuss requests related to wetlands and environmental permits. Items include a Notice of Intent for a project at 108 Perry Lane, continued hearings for the Agawam Junior High School and the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project, and several determinations and extensions. The agenda also includes ratifying an emergency order and discussing emergency order criteria.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent at 108 Perry Lane (Agawam DPW)
• Continued public hearing for Agawam Junior High School at 1305 Springfield Street
• Continued public hearing for Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project (Agawam DPW)
• Request for partial certificate of compliance at 233, 265, and Lot 6 Main Street
• Ratify emergency order at Barn & Country Road (Agawam DPW)

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and develop criteria for reviewing license applications. No specific applications or decisions are on the agenda.

• Developing criteria for license application review

Community Preservation Act Committee

The Agawam Community Preservation Act Committee is meeting to review applications for public funding. Items on the agenda include repair work for a playground and construction at the Veterans Green & Pavilion. The committee will also receive an update on the Captain Charles Leonard House before adjourning.

• Application for PIP Playground Repairs ($95,000)
• Application for Agawam Veterans Green & Pavilion Project ($39,112)
• Update on the Captain Charles Leonard House
• Approval of November 29, 2023 meeting minutes

Beautification Committee

The Agawam Beautification Committee will meet on March 26, 2024, at the Agawam Senior Center. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting, discussing the paver project, and addressing correspondence and other topics the chair did not anticipate.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024
• Discussion of barrels
• Discussion of paver project
• Correspondence review
• Chair's unanticipated topics

Agawam High School Building Committee

The Agawam High School Building Committee is meeting to approve minutes and invoices, and to discuss the schematic design submission for the high school project. They will also consider next steps for additional testing and site evaluations, and take public comment.

• Approve meeting minutes from February 26, 2024
• Approve invoices from February for LeftField and Flansburgh
• Schematic Design submission table of contents update
• Schematic Design next steps — additional testing & site evaluations
• Public comment

Golf Commission

The Agawam Municipal Golf Commission is meeting to review operational conditions for the municipal golf facility at 128 Southwick Street in Feeding Hills. This agenda item covers how the course is managed and maintained for public use. No specific budget changes, contracts, or policy votes are listed for this session.

• Review conditions of Golf Operation

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will meet on March 21, 2024, at the Senior Center. The agenda includes two public hearings: one on a zone change for 1422 Main Street by 88 Agawam LLC, and another on a zoning amendment to Chapters 180 and 114 regarding Class 1 and Class 2 licenses, proposed by Mayor Johnson. The board will also review site plans and subdivision forms, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on zone change at 1422 Main Street (88 Agawam LLC)
• Public hearing on zoning amendment to Chapters 180 and 114 (Mayor Johnson)
• Site plan review for 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Form A for 685 Suffield Street (Schachte)
• Form A for 444 Shoemaker Lane (444 Shoemaker MA, LLC)

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission will meet to discuss an entertainment license application from Kismet Foods at 141 Main Street. They will also review license renewals for Six Flags New England and a new license application for Brewcade at 303 Walnut Street.

• Discussion with Kismet Foods, Inc. regarding entertainment license at 141 Main Street
• License renewal review for Six Flags New England at 1623 Main Street
• New license application review for Brewcade at 303 Walnut Street

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission approved a weekly entertainment license for Kismet Foods, Inc. at 141 Main St., allowing live or recorded music on the back patio and lawn until 4 or 5 p.m. on weekends, but not on the side near a neighbor's home. The commission also renewed Six Flags New England's weekly and amusement licenses, limited to the amusement park area, and tabled Brewcade's renewal pending a certificate of use and police inspection.

• Kismet Foods, Inc. (141 Main St.) — weekly entertainment license approved for outdoor live/recorded music (3–5 pieces) on back and front lawn, side excluded; TV and jukebox inside only
• Six Flags New England (1623 Main St.) — weekly and amusement licenses renewed, limited to amusement park area, pending APD inspection of games
• Brewcade (303 Walnut St.) — weekly and amusement license renewal tabled, awaiting certificate of use from Building Inspector and APD inspection
• Commissioners requested that license applications not redact date of birth or Social Security number for transparency
• Minutes from February 28, 2024 meeting approved

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee is meeting to discuss several housing-related items, including accessory dwelling units, a free home buyers night, and the presentation of the Housing Production Plan to the Community Preservation Act (CPA) committee. They will also review and prioritize the Housing Production Plan goals and discuss the MHP Housing Trust.

• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Units
• Free Home Buyers Night
• Presentation of Housing Production Plan to CPA
• Pioneer Valley Planning Commission meeting and public meetings on housing
• Review and prioritize Housing Production Plan goals and implementation

City Council

The Legislative Subcommittee and Council Workshop will meet to discuss a proposed ordinance. The meeting includes the approval of previous minutes and a review of a sponsorship by Mayor Johnson.

• TOR-2024-2: Ordinance to amend Chapter 180 and Chapter 114 of the Code of the Town of Agawam

City Council

The City Council will discuss two resolutions sponsored by Mayor Johnson. These include naming a specific city-owned park and accepting a gift for a senior center vehicle.

• Resolution to name park property between Pine Street and South West Street as Still Brook Farm
• Resolution to accept a gift from the Pioneer Valley Transportation Authority for an Agawam Senior Center van

City Council

The City Council will consider a zone change for 1422 Main Street and an ordinance amendment. Other items include naming a city-owned park property and accepting a van gift.

• Zone change petition for 1422 Main Street from Residence A-2 to Business A
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 180 and Chapter 114 of the Town Code
• Resolution naming city park property between Pine Street and South West Street as Still Brook Farm
• Resolution accepting a gift of an Agawam Senior Center van from Pioneer Valley Transportation Authority
• Resolution authorizing the posting of the June 11, 2024 Special Election warrant

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to review several requests for determination, public hearings on notices of intent, and enforcement orders. Key items include the Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project, the Agawam Junior High School project, and a partial certificate of compliance. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and correspondence.

• Request for Determination – 2 Colonial Ave (McGill)
• Request for Determination – 87 & 95 Parkedge Dr (Agawam DPW)
• Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – Westfield River Interceptor Sewer Relocation Project (Agawam DPW)
• Public Hearing Cont. – Notice of Intent – 1305 Springfield Street (Agawam Junior High School)
• Ratify Enforcement Order – 84 Line Street

Board of Health

The Agawam Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to approve February minutes, discuss old business including blighted/vacant properties, and take up new business such as American Public Health Corps projects. Reports on school nurse staffing and public health nurse activities, including COVID-19 and influenza updates, are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of blighted/vacant properties
• American Public Health Corps Projects
• School nurse staffing
• COVID-19 updates
• Influenza report

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Agawam Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a special permit for a property on Reed St. The board will also vote on the approval of previous meeting minutes and elect officers.

• Public hearing for Case# 2015-31 Reed St-Bayram regarding a Special Permit
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 and February 26, 2024
• Election of officers

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board is meeting to review a subdivision application (Form A-64) for a property on Warren Street associated with Dionne. The agenda contains this single item for discussion or decision.

• Form A-64 subdivision application for Warren Street (Dionne)

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to review two grant resolutions. These funds are intended for the Agawam Fire Department and the Agawam Police Department.

• TR-2024-13: $19,000.00 grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security and the Department of Fire Services for the Fire Department
• TR-2024-15: $53,223.00 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for police clinical support

City Council

The City Council is reviewing resolutions for a new high school project at 760 Cooper Street and a related debt exclusion override question. Other items include grant acceptances for the fire and police departments, veteran council reappointments, and a zoning change request.

• Resolution to authorize $230,245,404.00 for new high school construction and renovation
• Resolution to place a debt exclusion override question before voters for the high school project
• Grant of $19,000.00 from the Department of Fire Services to Agawam Fire Department
• Grant of $53,223.00 from the Department of Public Health to Agawam Police Department
• Zone change petition for 1422 Main Street from Residence A-2 to Business A

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board is holding a public hearing on the FY24 Community Development Block Grant application, followed by approval of prior meeting minutes and correspondence. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Public hearing on FY24 Community Development Block Grant application
• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2024
• Review of correspondence

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved the transfer of a liquor license and change of manager from JGB Industries, Inc. dba Towne Taproom to D&G Management Company, LLC dba Dunne Tavern at 378 Walnut Street, Ext. The commission also approved weekly and amusement license renewals for Crestview Country Club and Casa Mex, Inc. dba Riverside Pub.

• Approved transfer of license and change of manager from JGB Industries, Inc. dba Towne Taproom to D&G Management Company, LLC dba Dunne Tavern at 378 Walnut Street, Ext.
• Approved weekly license renewal for Crestview Country Club, 281 Shoemaker Lane
• Approved amusement license renewal for Casa Mex, Inc. dba Riverside Pub, 1251 River Road

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee is meeting to discuss accessory dwelling units, plan public meetings on housing with the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, and review and prioritize goals and strategies for the Housing Production Plan, including identifying additional parcels for development. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call and approval of minutes.

• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Units
• Planning public meetings about housing with Pioneer Valley Planning Commission
• Review and prioritize goals and strategies for Housing Production Plan
• Identify additional parcels for development

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet to discuss updates to the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures. The body will also review commission projects and the Demolition Delay Ordinance.

• 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures Update
• Demolition Delay Ordinance

Zoning Board of Appeals

The meeting scheduled for February 26, 2024, was cancelled because there was no quorum. No decisions were made.

• Cancelled public hearing for Case# 2015-31 Reed St-Bayram-Special Permit

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several wetland-related items, including a public hearing for a Notice of Intent for Agawam Junior High School at 1305 Springfield Street and a request for determination at 2 Colonial Avenue. The meeting also includes continued hearings, requests for certificates of compliance, and approval of minutes.

• Request for Determination – 2 Colonial Avenue – McGill
• Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – 1305 Springfield Street – Agawam Junior High School
• Public Hearing continued – South Westfield Street – DePalma (continued to March 14, 2024)
• Request for Certificate of Compliance – 174 Tobacco Farm Road
• Request for Partial Certificate of Compliance – 233, 265, & Lot 6 Main Street

City Council

The Administrative Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to consider license renewals for two auto dealers. The meeting includes the approval of previous minutes.

• Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE for Euro Imports at 325 Main Street
• Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE for Bear Auto Sales at 517 Springfield Street

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to discuss funding for a building system and updates to employee wages. The body will review a resolution for a specific project appropriation and an ordinance regarding unclassified position pay.

• TR-2024-12: Appropriation of $16,150.00 from Energy Management Project Stabilization Fund for a new building automated system at 1000 Suffield Street
• TOR-2024-1: Ordinance to amend Chapter 49 of the Town Code to update wages for certain unclassified positions

City Council

The City Council will discuss borrowing over $230 million for a new high school and partial renovation of the existing facility. The body is also considering a debt exclusion override question for voters regarding this project. Other items include grant acceptances and board reappointments.

• Resolution to borrow $230,245,404.00 for a new High School and partial renovation of the existing High School
• Resolution to place a debt exclusion override question for the High School project before voters
• Appropriation of $16,150.00 from Energy Management Project Stabilization Fund for 1000 Suffield Street
• Grant acceptances of $19,000.00 for the Fire Department and $53,223.00 for the Police Department
• Zone change petition for 1422 Main Street from Residence A-2 to Business A

Beautification Committee

The Agawam Beautification Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss ongoing items including flower barrels and the paver project, along with correspondence and any unanticipated topics.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2023
• Discussion of barrels
• Discussion of paver project
• Correspondence review

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board is meeting to review a site plan for 685 South Westfield Street, consider a bond reduction for the Nicole Terrace Subdivision, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and discuss correspondence. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Agawam Senior Center.

• Site plan review for 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Bond reduction for Nicole Terrace Subdivision
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2024 meeting
• Correspondence review

Agawam High School Building Committee

The Agawam High School Building Committee is meeting to approve January invoices, receive a schematic design update, and discuss the construction manager (CM-r) procurement process. The agenda also includes public comment and new business.

• Approve meeting minutes from January 22, 2024
• Approve January invoices from LeftField and Flansburgh
• Schematic Design update
• CM-r procurement update
• Public comment

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to continue a public hearing on a Notice of Intent for a project on South Westfield Street, ratify an emergency order for 21 Keating Lane, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda also includes correspondence and complaints.

• Continued public hearing on Notice of Intent – South Westfield Street – DePalma
• Ratification of emergency order – 21 Keating Lane
• Approval of minutes – January 25, 2024
• Correspondence and complaints

Board of Health

The Agawam Board of Health will review McDonald's permit holder responsibilities, discuss the No Limit Smoke Shop, and begin work on blighted and vacant properties. They will also hear updates on school nurse staffing and the flu vaccine program.

• McDonald's permit holder responsibilities
• No Limit Smoke Shop discussion
• Blighted/vacant properties work
• School nurse staffing update
• Flu vaccine program update

City Council

The Administrative Sub-Committee will meet to consider the granting or renewal of three Class 2 Dealer's licenses. The body will also review minutes from the January 16, 2024 meeting.

• Class 2 Dealer's LICENSE for Euro Imports, 325 Main Street
• Class 2 Dealer's LICENSE for Paul J. LaPointe d/b/a The Car Connection, 820 Springfield Street
• Class 2 Dealer's LICENSE for Balfour Motors, 1801 Main Street

City Council

The Finance Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to discuss a resolution for school funding. The body will consider an appropriation from the Energy Management Project Stabilization Fund.

• TR-2024-8: Appropriation of $57,162.00 for the High School Hearing Control System

City Council

The Legislative Subcommittee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a resolution supporting state legislation for Medicare for All in Massachusetts. The meeting also includes a provision for other legal business.

• TR-2024-9: Resolution supporting House Bill 1239 and Senate Bill 744 (Medicare for All in Massachusetts)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including police department grants and funding for municipal building systems. The body will also elect members to the Zoning Board of Appeals and review dealer license renewals.

• Grant of $116,290.00 and $9,406.07 from the State 911 Department for the Police Department
• Appropriation of $57,162.00 for the High School heating control system
• Appropriation of $16,150.00 for a building automated system at 1000 Suffield Street
• Ordinance to update wages for certain unclassified positions in Chapter 49
• Class 2 Dealer's LICENSE renewals for EURO Imports, The Car Connection, Balfour Motors, and Bear Auto Sales

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will meet to review a site plan for 685 South Westfield Street, consider a street acceptance plan for the Nicole Terrace Subdivision, and elect officers and a PVPC commissioner. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and correspondence.

• Site plan review for 685 South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Street acceptance plan for Nicole Terrace Subdivision
• Election of officers
• Election of PVPC commissioner
• Approval of minutes from January 4, 2024

Historical Commission

The Agawam Historical Commission will meet to discuss the status of documentation for 443 North West Street. The body will also review updates to the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures and current commission projects.

• Documentation status for 443 North West Street
• Update to the 1985 Inventory of Historic Structures
• Review of Agawam Historical Commission Projects

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to review a request for determination from MassDOT regarding the Route 5 on-ramp from Route 57, and to discuss several property-related items including an order of conditions, a continued public hearing, a restoration plan, and enforcement order updates. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and correspondence.

• Request for Determination – Route 5 On-Ramp from Route 57 (MassDOT)
• Review Order of Conditions – 497 South Westfield Street
• Public Hearing (continued) – Notice of Intent – South Westfield Street (DePalma)
• Restoration Plan – 61 Valley Street
• Enforcement Order Updates

Agawam High School Building Committee

The Agawam High School Building Committee is meeting virtually to discuss the ongoing high school project. The agenda includes a presentation on campaign and political finance, approval of December invoices from LeftField and Flansburgh, an update on CM-r procurement, and a schematic design update. Public comment and new business are also scheduled.

• Presentation from Jason Tait, Education Director, Office of Campaign and Political Finance
• Approve invoices for December from LeftField and Flansburgh
• CM-r procurement update
• Schematic Design update

Housing Committee

The Agawam Housing Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from Wayfinders staff about Rosewood Way, and to plan public meetings on affordable housing as recommended in the Housing Production Plan. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and suggestions for the next agenda.

• Presentation by Wayfinders staff on Rosewood Way
• Plan public meetings on Housing that is Affordable to All, as recommended in Housing Production Plan
• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2023 meeting

Agawam License Commission

The Agawam License Commission approved a transfer of a liquor license, change of manager, and change of location from Club One to Rabbit Hands Entertainment, LLC, doing business as Agawam Bowl at 359-363 Walnut St., Ext. The commission also discussed that basket raffles involving alcohol are not allowed in town and will look into raffle permits as a possible solution.

• Approved transfer of liquor license to Rabbit Hands Entertainment, LLC dba Agawam Bowl, 359-363 Walnut St., Ext., with Asia Marie Martenson as manager
• Discussed prohibition of basket raffles involving alcohol; will explore raffle permits
• Applicants plan to maintain a family-friendly environment with TIPS-certified staff

City Council

The Administrative Sub-Committee and Council Workshop will meet to consider the granting or renewal of several auto dealer licenses. The meeting includes the approval of previous minutes and other legal business.

• Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE for Elias Auto at 17 Ace Precision Way
• Class 1 Dealer’s LICENSE for Sarat Ford Sales, Inc. at 221 Springfield Street
• Class 1 Dealer’s LICENSE for Sarat Ford Sales, Inc. at 243-249 Springfield Street
• Class 1 Dealer’s LICENSE for Sarat Ford Sales, Inc. at 250 Springfield Street

City Council

The City Council will vote on several grant acceptances and fund appropriations, including money for the police department and high school. The body will also review dealer license renewals and various commission appointments.

• Appropriation of $57,162.00 from Energy Management Project Stabilization Fund for High School Hearing Control System
• Acceptance of $116,290.00 and $9,406.07 grants from State 911 Department for Agawam Police Department
• Acceptance of $15,600.00 grant from Department of Environmental Protection for Sustainable Materials Recovery Program
• Dealer license renewals for Elias Auto, Sarat Ford Sales, Euro Imports, The Car Connection, and Balfour Motors
• Resolution supporting House Bill 1239 and Senate Bill 744 regarding Medicare for All in Massachusetts

Conservation Commission

The Agawam Conservation Commission is meeting to continue a public hearing on a Notice of Intent for a project on South Westfield Street, and to consider a Certificate of Compliance request for 444 Shoemaker Lane. They will also discuss a correction to the Silver Lake Order of Conditions, ratify an emergency order for Carr Ave/Lealand Ave, and receive updates on enforcement orders.

• Public hearing continued: Notice of Intent – South Westfield Street – DePalma
• Request for Certificate of Compliance – 444 Shoemaker Lane
• Discussion – Silver Lake Order of Conditions Correction
• Ratify emergency order – Carr Ave/Lealand Ave – Town of Agawam
• Enforcement order updates

Board of Health

The Agawam Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from November and December, discuss old business including warming kits, and take up new business regarding McDonald's permit holder responsibilities. The board will also hear reports on school nurse staffing and public health nurse activities, including influenza and COVID numbers and the flu vaccine program.

• Discussion of McDonald's permit holder responsibilities
• Report on influenza and COVID numbers
• Update on flu vaccine program
• Review of warming kits (old business)
• School nurse staffing update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding an appeal for Cooper Street and a special permit for Northwood Street. The board will also elect officers and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: Case# 2014-655 Cooper Street-Littlefield-Appeal
• Public hearing: Case# 2012-82 Northwood Street-Ehle-Special Permit
• Election of officers

Planning Board

The Agawam Planning Board will meet to review a site plan for 685 South Westfield Street, consider bond releases for the Nicole Terrace Subdivision and 62 West View Lane, approve minutes from December 7, 2023, and address correspondences.

• Site plan review for 685 South Westfield Street
• Bond release for Nicole Terrace Subdivision
• Bond release for 62 West View Lane
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2023

City Council

The City Council is holding an organizational meeting to elect its leadership and assign seating. This meeting follows the swearing-in ceremony.

• Election of City Council President
• Election of City Council Vice President
• Selection of new seat assignments