Amesbury public meetings in 2022

Board of Health

The Amesbury Board of Health will hold a hearing on a request by Charles Goodwin regarding a septic line from an adjacent property at 13.5 Merrill St. that has an easement to his property. The board will also discuss the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Hearing request by Charles Goodwin, 15 Old Merrill St., concerning a septic line easement from 13.5 Merrill St. (owner: Charvonne Collette)
• 2023 Meeting Calendar review

The Board discussed a reported septic system failure at 15 Old Merrill St. The Board requested a Title 5 report or septic system survey from the homeowner. No final determination of failure was made due to the lack of an inspection report.

• Approved meeting minutes of 11.17.22
• Requested Title 5 report or septic system survey from homeowner of 15 Old Merrill St

Retirement Board

The Board approved the voluntary retirement of Administrator Kevin A. Caira and appointed Marie Veilleux as the new Election Officer. Members also approved several new member enrollments, a refund, and a rollover request. The Board reviewed a study on a 5% Local COLA option but sought further clarification on its financial impact.

• Approved voluntary retirement of Kevin A. Caira (Unanimous)
• Appointed Marie Veilleux as Election Officer (Unanimous)
• Approved new member enrollments for Jeffrey S. Adam, Avery D. Taylor, Shelley M. Macey, Kristine L. Demotses, and Deborah J. Goldsmith (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,152.95 refund to Megan L. Borkowski (Unanimous)
• Approved $30,035.93 rollover to Jeremy P. Faucher (Unanimous)
• Approved December 2022 Payroll, Cash Disbursements, and Vendor Payment warrants
• Approved November 2022 MM Bank and Checking Account reconciliations
• Approved November 30, 2022 minutes

Amesbury Elementary School Building Committee

The committee approved a total warrant value of $1,755,108.25 for various vendor invoices and a net credit of $8,715.40 for CTA Construction Change Order #11. Members received a progress update on exterior work, interior trades, and site preparation for winter.

• Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved CTA Construction Change Order #11 for a net credit of $(8,715.40)
• Approved invoices totaling $1,755,108.25, including CTA Construction Pay App #19 for $1,668,673.19

School Committee

The meeting was conducted primarily in executive session to discuss bargaining strategy and conduct sessions with three AFT Amesbury units. The record does not list any final votes or substantive decisions made during these sessions.

Health Care Trust Commission

The Commission approved the payment of three invoices for applicants 2022-5-1, 2022-6-1, and 2022-5-2, provided their tax returns verify they meet low-income guidelines. The review of HUD income standards was tabled. November minutes were approved.

• Approved November minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of 3 invoices pending verification of low-income status via tax returns (unanimous)
• Tabled review of HUD income standards

Design Review Committee

The committee approved the minutes from November 29 and December 6. Three applications regarding a carriage house at 6 Center Street and signs at 34 S Hunt Rd and 24 Rocky Hill Rd were continued to the next meeting pending additional information.

• Approved minutes for 11/29 and 12/06 meetings
• Continued Historic Preservation Special Permit for 6 Center Street
• Continued sign application for 34 S Hunt Rd
• Continued sign application for 24 Rocky Hill Rd

Traffic & Transportation Committee

The Traffic and Transportation Committee voted to recommend that the City Council designate Clarks Road as a no-parking zone between Route 110 and Main St. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from July 18 and October 18, 2022.

• Recommended to City Council that Clarks Road be made a no parking zone between Route 110 and Main St (Unanimous)
• Approved July 18, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved October 18, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)

Ordinance and Administration Committee

The Ordinance and Administration Subcommittee approved its 2023 meeting schedule with amendments to holiday dates. Two proposed ordinances regarding parking on Cedar Street and the Traffic and Transportation Commission were continued to the January 12, 2023 meeting.

• Approved 2023 meeting schedule as amended (2-0)
• Continued bill 2022-147 (Cedar Street parking) to January 12, 2023 (2-0)
• Continued bill 2022-181 (Traffic and Transportation Commission duties) to January 12, 2023 (2-0)

Liquor License Commission

The Amesbury Liquor License Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly act on liquor license transfers, renewals, and other administrative matters. The agenda includes items such as a license transfer for a local establishment and renewal applications. No major policy changes or public hearings are noted.

• Discussion of a liquor license transfer for a named establishment
• Review of annual license renewals
• Possible action on pending license applications

The Commission approved 2023 license renewals except for Sunny's Life LLC and Stage Two, which failed to return renewal packages. Sky Hi was not present and will request a new date in 2023.

• Approved 2023 licenses except for Sunny's Life LLC and Stage Two (unanimous)
• Denied (2) licenses for Sunny's Life LLC
• Denied (1) license for Stage Two

School Committee

The Amesbury Elementary School Council will approve minutes from the November 17 meeting, discuss updates on the 2021-2022 School Improvement Plan, and review needs and wants for the FY24 budget. The council will also receive an overview of December professional development and plans for January and February PRT days.

• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2022 School Council meeting
• Discussion of 2021-2022 School Improvement Plan updates
• Review of needs and wants for the FY24 budget
• Overview of December PRT and plans for January and February PRT days

School Committee

The Amesbury High School Council is meeting to discuss school updates, brainstorm budget requests, and receive an update on the arts meeting. The agenda includes a specific focus on bathroom needs.

• Budget requests brainstorming session
• Bathroom updates discussion
• Arts meeting update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted findings for an in-law apartment and a mudroom alteration. The board also approved a finding and variance to raze and rebuild a single-family home.

• Approved meeting minutes from September 22, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Granted finding to construct in-law apartment at 3 Erin Rd. (Unanimous)
• Granted finding to alter existing mudroom at 8 Star Ln. (Unanimous)
• Granted finding to raze and rebuild single-family dwelling at 8 Birch Ln. (Unanimous)
• Granted variance to raze and rebuild single-family dwelling at 8 Birch Ln. (Unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees unanimously recommended that Mayor Gove hire Aimie Westphal as the Amesbury Public Library Director. The board also approved the November meeting minutes and the Director Review subcommittee minutes.

• Recommended to Mayor Gove the hiring of Aimie Westphal as APL Director (unanimous)
• Approved November meeting minutes with edits (unanimous)
• Approved Director Review subcommittee meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council confirmed James Nolan as Fire Chief and reappointed 10 members to the School Building Committee. Several budget transfers and tax incentive orders were referred to committees for further review. The council also approved the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved appointment of James Nolan as Fire Chief (8-0)
• Approved 10 reappointments to the School Building Committee (8-0)
• Approved reappointment of Ski Iworsky to Trustees of War Memorials (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Paul Cote to Trustees of War Memorials (8-0)
• Approved 2023 City Council meeting schedule (7-1)
• Referred TIF decertification (2022-162) to Budget & Finance Committee (6-2)
• Referred Munters Corporation TIF (2022-163) to Budget & Finance Committee (6-2)
• Referred Traffic and Transportation Commission ordinance (2022-181) to Ordinance & Administration Committee (7-0-1)

School Committee

The committee will hold a joint meeting with the Student Advisory Council and receive an IT update. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• Joint Meeting – Student Advisory Council
• IT Update
• Superintendent’s Formative Evaluation
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining with AFT Amesbury units

Planning Board

The Amesbury Planning Board is meeting virtually to discuss several property-related items. The agenda includes administrative matters for three properties: 2 Woodman Rd, 77 Elm St, and 28 Haverhill Rd (a Chapter 61A notice to sell). The board will also review minutes from the November 14 meeting and hear any council referrals.

• Administrative review of 2 Woodman Rd
• Administrative review of 77 Elm St
• Chapter 61A notice to sell for 28 Haverhill Rd
• Minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for January 9, 2023

The Board recommended that the City Council and Mayor's Office not exercise the right of first refusal to purchase 68 Haverhill Rd. Additionally, the Board approved storm water design modifications and a revised cash bond for 2 Woodman Rd.

• Recommended City not exercise option to acquire 68 Haverhill Rd. (7-0)
• Approved minor storm water design modifications for 2 Woodman Rd. (7-0)
• Approved replacing $30,000 cash and $145,000 surety bonds with a $54,594 cash bond for 2 Woodman Rd. (7-0)
• Approved 11-14-22 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

City Council

The City Council met for a site visit at the Shay School construction site. Councilors received a tour and information regarding the building design and construction schedule. No substantive decisions were made.

School Committee

The Amesbury Middle School Council is meeting to discuss routine business including a presentation on accelerated math, the principal's report, and a review of the school improvement plan. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on Accelerated Math by Mark Rinaldi
• Principal's Report
• School Improvement Plan Review

Open Space, Natural Resources, and Trails Committee

The committee voted to recommend that the City not exercise its option to purchase the Gorman Farm property at 28 Haverhill Road. The recommendation includes four specific conditions for future development to protect the stream and reduce impermeable surfaces. The committee also provided updates on open space management planning and the Po Hill Trail.

• Approved minutes from October 26, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Recommended City not purchase 28 Haverhill Road (5-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:41 p.m. (Unanimous)

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee is meeting to discuss collective bargaining strategy and conduct sessions with three AFT units: Teachers/Nurses, Facilities Technicians/Maintenance, and Paraprofessionals/Tutors. The meeting will be held in executive session, as an open meeting could harm the Committee's bargaining position. The agenda also includes approving minutes from past negotiation executive sessions.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with AFT Amesbury Teachers/Nurses Unit
• Executive session for collective bargaining with AFT Amesbury Facilities Technicians/Maintenance Unit
• Executive session for collective bargaining with AFT Amesbury Paraprofessionals/Tutors Unit
• Review and approval of minutes from past negotiation executive sessions

Cultural Council

The Council approved a grant package totaling $12,200 for 17 projects, including arts, music, and community events. Members also approved reimbursements for studio tour expenses and voted to maintain current leadership positions for the upcoming year.

• Approved $12,200 in grants for 17 projects (Unanimous)
• Approved $270.11 for studio tour vendor reimbursements (Unanimous)
• Approved $76.70 reimbursement to Randy Herman for studio tour expenses (Unanimous)
• Approved October meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Margaret Leahy as Chair (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Erika Didrikson as Treasurer (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Laura Kozlowski as Secretary (Unanimous)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee reviewed and recommended amendments to the Building Design Standards for the East End Smart Growth Overlay District. The committee decided to use a 75-year age standard for historic structures and added flexibility to window opening requirements.

• Unanimously recommended incorporating amendments to the Building Design Standards into the East End Smart Growth Overlay District zoning proposal
• Decided not to further clarify the definition of 'historic' beyond the 75-year age standard in bylaws
• Decided design standards would not be required for existing buildings
• Added wording to the 'window opening' section for more flexibility
• Added an image of a 'pork chop' eave to the style guide

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee will vote on adopting the Amesbury High School mascot 'Red Hawks', approve School Improvement Plans, and authorize a fire panel contract using school choice funds. They will also hear updates on the Whittier School building project and the rejection of the AMS roof repair program.

• Vote on Amesbury High School identifier: Red Hawks
• Vote on School Improvement Plans
• Vote on South Hampton Tuition
• Vote on School Choice Expenditure: AHS Fire Panel Contract
• Acceptance of $675 gift from Stone Ridge Properties Foundation for AMS NYC Trip

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission recommended the Town of Amesbury purchase 28 Haverhill Road for $1.8 million to protect conservation interests. The board also issued several negative determinations for site work and extended an aquatic management plan for Lake Attitash.

• Recommended Town exercise Right of First Refusal for 28 Haverhill Road (4-0)
• Issued one-year extension to Order of Conditions 002-1033 Lake Attitash Association (4-0)
• Lifted Enforcement Order for 72 Elm Street (3-1)
• Issued Negative Determination for RDA 72 Elm Street (4-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for RDA 445-447 Main Street (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Issued Negative Determination for RDA Pow Wow River (4-0)
• Approved Waiver for RDA 445-447 Main Street (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Amended and continued Enforcement Orders for 53 South Hunt Road and 84 Haverhill Road to Jan 3, 2023 (3-0)

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee will meet in executive session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with three AFT union units: teachers/nurses, facilities technicians/maintenance, and paraprofessionals/tutors. The committee will also review and approve minutes from past negotiation executive sessions. No public votes or decisions are scheduled during the open portion of the meeting.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with AFT Amesbury Teachers/Nurses Unit
• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with AFT Amesbury Multi-Purpose Facilities Technicians/Maintenance Unit
• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with AFT Amesbury Paraprofessionals/Tutors Unit
• Review and approval of minutes from past negotiation executive sessions

School Committee

The Amesbury AES School Building Committee will meet virtually to elect a new vice chair, approve prior meeting minutes and commitments/invoices, and receive an update on construction progress. The meeting is open to the public via ACTV and remote participation.

• Election of new vice chair
• Approval of commitments and invoices
• Update on construction progress

The committee elected a new Vice Chair and approved several construction-related payments. Members received progress updates on the school building's exterior and interior work, including MEP and FP trades.

• Elected Superintendent McAndrews as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (Passed; 1 abstention)
• Approved CTA Construction Change Order #10 for a net credit of $(13,484.13) (Unanimous)
• Approved invoices totaling $1,754,631.92 (Unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Board voted to increase the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) to 5% starting July 1, 2023, which requires further approval from the Mayor and City Council. The Board also processed several new member enrollments, retirement applications, and account transfers.

• Approved 5% COLA increase beginning July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 10 new member enrollments (Unanimous)
• Approved buyback opportunities for Sean C. Dobson and Ann Marie Casey (Unanimous)
• Approved account transfers for Kathleen F. Marshall ($13,822.24) and Dorothy R. Moynihan ($41,132.89) (Unanimous)
• Accepted retirement applications for David P. Noyes and Ann A. Spaulding Peterson (Unanimous)
• Approved November 2022 payroll, cash disbursement, and vendor payment warrants
• Approved 2023 meeting dates and locations (Unanimous)
• Moved December meeting date to December 22, 2022 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council voted to establish the tax burdens for property classes. The council approved a residential factor of 1.00 and declined to adopt open space, residential, or commercial exemptions.

• Approved residential factor of 1.00 (4-3)
• Denied adoption of an open space discount (7-0)
• Denied residential exemption (7-0)
• Denied commercial exemption (7-0)
• Approved the four combined recommendations as presented (5-2)

Design Review Committee

The committee discussed final draft amendments to the Building Design Standards and Style Guide for the East End Smart Growth Overlay District. The Planning Director stated these revisions will be included in a zoning amendment proposal for the City Council. No final decisions were made on the standards.

• Continued discussion on East End Smart Growth Overlay District design standards to the next meeting

Planning Board

The Amesbury Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to continue two public hearings: a site plan review and special permit for a multi-family residential development at 130 Market Street, and a special permit for a property at 99 Lake Attitash in the Water Resource Protection District. The board will also receive a presentation on the I AMesbury 2030 plan and discuss administrative items including the 2023 meeting schedule and property matters at 2 Woodman Rd., 77 Elm St., and Hatter's Point erosion bond release.

• Continued public hearing: 130 Market Street – Multi-family Residential Development (Site Plan Review and Special Permit)
• Continued public hearing: 99 Lake Attitash – Special Permit for Water Resource Protection District
• Presentation: I AMesbury 2030
• Administrative items: 2023 Planning Board Schedule, 2 Woodman Rd., 77 Elm St., Hatter's Point Erosion Bond Release

The Planning Board appointed Joel Nice to the IAMesbury task force to assist with the city's Master Plan and housing ordinances. The Board also approved a minor modification to the storm water design for a subdivision at 2 Woodman Rd. and set the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Nominated Joel Nice as Planning Board representative on the IAMesbury task force (7-0)
• Continued application for 130 Market St. to January 9, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued application for 99 Lake Attitash Rd. to December 12, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved amended 2023 Meeting schedule (7-0)
• Approved minor modification with conditions for storm water design at 2 Woodman Rd. (7-0)

City Council

The Council approved an ordinance allowing restaurants at marina facilities and authorized several grant acceptances and budget transfers. A vote on the annual tax rate was postponed to a special meeting, and a proposal to sell public properties on Cynthia Road was deferred to February.

• Approved ordinance allowing restaurant use at marina facilities (6-2)
• Postponed vote on selling public properties at 58 Cynthia Road and 63 Cynthia Lane to Feb 21, 2023 (4-2)
• Postponed order to conserve city-owned properties on Cynthia Road to March 14, 2023 (6-0)
• Postponed tax rate classification hearing to special meeting on Nov 29, 2022 (4-3)
• Approved $233,187.89 transfer for departmental salaries and wages (6-0)
• Approved $80,000 Housing Choice Grant for housing (6-0)
• Approved $78,320 in total transfers for library climate control and master plan (12-0)
• Accepted resignation of School Committee member Peter Hoyt and set vacancy hearing for Jan 10, 2023 (6-0)

School Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee is meeting virtually to discuss several facility projects: the Amesbury Middle School boiler and roof, the Amesbury High School fire panel, the Cashman Elementary School HVAC, the Capital Improvement Plan, and new maintenance staff hiring.

• AMS Boiler
• AMS Roof
• AHS Fire Panel
• CES HVAC
• New Maintenance Staff

Budget and Finance Subcommittee

The Budget and Finance Subcommittee recommended several bills to the full City Council, including fund transfers for salaries and library improvements. The committee also recommended the acceptance of housing, road safety, and drug prevention grants. Additionally, the committee made recommendations regarding residential and commercial tax factors.

• Recommended transfer of $233,187.89 to Departmental Salaries & Wages (3-0)
• Recommended Residential tax factor of 1 (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended Assessor's open space discount and no further residential or commercial exemptions (3-0)
• Recommended $80,000 Housing Choice Grant and $29,999.28 Municipal Road Safety Grant (3-0)
• Recommended transfer of $66,100 and $12,220 for Amesbury Public Library master plan and climate control (3-0)
• Recommended acceptance of Drug Free Communities Support Program Grant (3-0)
• Recommended transfer of $4,000 from City Council Salaries to Other Expenses (2-0, 1 recused)
• Recommended transfer of $1,875 from Clerk Salaries to Other Expenses (3-0)

Ordinance and Administration Committee

The committee recommended a zoning amendment to allow restaurant use at active marina facilities, subject to revisions regarding operational certification. A proposal to limit parking on Cedar Street was continued to a later date.

• Approved minutes from October 17, 2022 (2-0)
• Referred Ordinance 2022-086 (restaurant use at marinas) to full council with positive recommendation and requested revisions (2-0)
• Continued Ordinance 2022-147 (Cedar Street parking limits) to December 19, 2022 (2-0)

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee Personnel Subcommittee is meeting to discuss strategy and conduct collective bargaining sessions with the AFT Amesbury Teachers/Nurses Unit, the AFT Amesbury Multi-Purpose Facilities Technicians/Maintenance Unit, and the AFT Amesbury Paraprofessionals/Tutors Unit. The meeting will be held in executive session under state law to avoid harming the Committee's bargaining position. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with three AFT units
• Bargaining sessions with AFT Amesbury Teachers/Nurses Unit
• Bargaining sessions with AFT Amesbury Multi-Purpose Facilities Technicians/Maintenance Unit
• Bargaining sessions with AFT Amesbury Paraprofessionals/Tutors Unit
• Review and approval of past executive session minutes

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee will vote on declaring a vacancy on the committee and appointing a member to the Elementary School Building Committee. The meeting also includes a report on school drills and a high school identifier recommendation, followed by an executive session on collective bargaining.

• Declaration of vacancy on the Amesbury School Committee – vote expected
• Appointment of member to the Amesbury Elementary School Building Committee – vote expected
• Report on school drills by Superintendent Elizabeth McAndrews
• Amesbury High School Identifier Recommendation
• Executive session on collective bargaining with AFT units (teachers, nurses, technicians, paraprofessionals)

School Committee

The Budget/Finance Subcommittee of the Amesbury School Committee is meeting to discuss South Hampton tuition and the Fiscal Year 2024 budget calendar. No decisions are listed; these are discussion items.

• South Hampton Tuition
• Fiscal Year '24 Budget Calendar

Lakes and Waterways Commission

The Commission approved participation in the 2023 grand re-opening celebration of Lake Gardner beach. Other business included a report on normal water levels and the status of a 604(b) grant. No new chair was appointed to the commission.

• Approved participation in Lake Gardner beach grand re-opening celebration (unanimous)
• Accepted October 20, 2022 meeting minutes

School Committee

The AES School Council will meet to approve minutes from the October 27 meeting, review talking points for the School Improvement Plan presentation to the School Committee, receive updates on the Early Literacy Grant and Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Academy, and discuss outcomes from recent professional development days.

• Approve minutes from October 27, 2022 School Council meeting
• Review School Improvement Plan presentation talking points for November 21 School Committee meeting
• Update on Early Literacy Grant and Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Academy
• Discuss outcomes of November 8 professional development day and plan for December 9 release time

Board of Health

The Amesbury Board of Health is meeting to discuss a by-law and reorganize the board. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the June 16, 2022 meeting.

• By-law discussion
• Board re-organization
• Approval of June 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board reorganized its leadership following the departure of the Chairman. Members also scheduled a January 2023 workshop to update Rules and Regulations to align with state and federal guidelines.

• Appointed Ann McKay as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Robin Beeley as Co-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes of 6.16.22
• Scheduled Rules and Regulations workshop for January 2023

School Committee

The Amesbury Middle School Council will meet to review the School Improvement Plan and hear the Principal's Report. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and approval of prior minutes. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• School Improvement Plan Review
• Principal's Report
• Approval of Minutes

Planning and Development Subcommittee

The Planning and Development Subcommittee recommended that the City Council accept a donation from the Lake Gardner Improvement Association for mowing at Quinn Farm. A proposed parking ordinance for Cedar Street was continued to a future meeting for further information.

• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes with amendment (3-0)
• Recommended Order 2022-151 to City Council to accept donation for Quinn Farm mowing (3-0)
• Recommended amending Order 2022-151 to list Lake Gardner Improvement Association as the donor (3-0)
• Continued Order 2022-147 regarding Cedar Street parking to December 20th (3-0)

Health Care Trust Commission

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School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet in executive session to conduct collective bargaining with the AFT Amesbury units representing teachers, nurses, paraprofessionals, tutors, and multi-purpose technicians. No public discussion or votes on other matters are scheduled.

• Executive session for collective bargaining with AFT Amesbury (Teachers & Nurses, Paraprofessionals & Tutors, Multi-Purpose Technicians)

School Committee

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City Council

The City Council designated dogs Kiba and Maverick as dangerous following a public hearing. The council approved several mandates for the owners, including secure confinement, muzzling, and mandatory training. Additionally, the council approved funding for police union employment agreements.

• Deemed dogs Kiba and Maverick as Dangerous Dogs (8-0)
• Ordered dogs be confined in a secure pen with a roof and 2-foot deep sides (7-1-1)
• Ordered dogs be muzzled and restrained by a 300lb tensile strength tether max 3ft long (8-0)
• Ordered dogs complete obedience training within 3 months (8-0)
• Required dogs be walked individually with one adult per canine (8-0)
• Required 'Beware of Dog' signage at 4 Spindletree Lane for 4 years (6-2-1)
• Required $100,000 insurance with $1,000,000 umbrella listing city as additional insured (5-3-1)
• Approved funding for Superior Officers Union and Patrol Officers Union agreements (8-0 each)

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a new Title IX policy, approve $5,912 in budget transfers, and declare two old vehicles as surplus. The meeting also includes updates on professional development, school drills, facilities, and the mascot committee, plus a public comment period.

• Title IX Policy (First Read) – Vote Possible
• Approval of Transfers - $5,912
• Vote to surplus 2006 Ford E150 van and 2006 Ford EcoWagon (zero value)
• Acceptance of $82,900 literacy grant and other donations totaling $9,770
• Executive session for collective bargaining with teachers, maintenance, and paraprofessional units

Library Board of Trustees

The Director Review Subcommittee met to discuss a modernized format for the Director's review. The board reviewed the Director's self-assessment and subcommittee responses, noting accomplishments in staffing, maintenance, and strategic planning.

• Reviewed Director's performance in Operations & Maintenance and fiscal health
• Discussed implementation of a three-year Strategic Plan
• Discussed goals for professional development and policy updates

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a special permit for a horse rehabilitation facility at 49 Fern Ave and authorized the release of lots 1 and 3 at 20 Maple St. Two sign applications were approved, and two public hearings were continued to a later date. The Board also held a pre-application discussion regarding a proposed 400,000-sf warehouse for Munters Group.

• Approved Special Permit for horse rehabilitation at 49 Fern Ave (7-0)
• Approved release of lots 1 and 3 for 20 Maple St (7-0)
• Approved sign at 35 Water St as amended (7-0)
• Approved sign application for 39 Main St (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for 130 Market St to Nov 28, 2022 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for 99 Lake Attitash Rd to Nov 28, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 09-26-22 (5-0-1)
• Approved minutes from 10-24-22 (5-0-1)

School Committee

The committee will review results from a community survey regarding the high school mascot. Members will also determine next steps for developing final recommendations.

• Review of community survey data
• Determination of next steps for final recommendations

School Committee

The Amesbury High School Council will meet to appoint a co-chair and discuss the School Improvement Plan, including its budget implications. The agenda is otherwise light, with only routine updates and other business.

• Appointment of co-chair
• School Improvement Plan discussion, including budget lens

Council on Aging Board

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 13 meeting. The Director reported a 2.5% COLA will take effect before Christmas, retroactive to July 1, 2022. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved October 13 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the minutes from the September and October meetings. Members reviewed the FY2023 budget and facilities reports, and accepted updates from the Director Review, Preservation, and Long Range Planning subcommittees.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Director Review subcommittee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Preservation subcommittee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Long Range Planning subcommittee meeting minutes (unanimous)

Amesbury Housing Trust

The Trust approved funding to expand rental assistance for local households and provided a grant for a regional housing production plan. The board also appointed a member to the I Amesbury 2030 Task Force.

• Allocated $100,000 to Rental Assistance Program via $53,680 in FY 2022 HOME Funds, $19,450 in HOME turn back funds, and $27,000 in Housing Trust funds (7-0-1)
• Allocated $2,500 from Housing Trust Fund to Merrimack Valley Planning Commission for 2023-2027 Housing Production Plan (Unanimous)
• Appointed Katelynn Lemieux to the I Amesbury 2030 Task Force (Unanimous)
• Approved September 14, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Disposition Committee

The Committee reviewed the Mayor's response to recommendations for the 21 Pond View Avenue site and brainstormed criteria for a Request for Proposals (RFP). Members discussed using a point system for evaluating bidders and incorporating requirements for tax revenue and employee counts.

• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Agreed to adapt the Horace Man RFP format for the current project
• Agreed to include a point system for rating proposal criteria
• Decided to require anticipated employee counts in proposals

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee of the Amesbury School Committee will meet virtually to enter executive session for collective bargaining with the AFT Amesbury, which represents teachers, nurses, paraprofessionals, tutors, and multi-purpose technicians. No other business is scheduled.

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved a reduction in winter site monitoring for 12-14 South Hunt Road and a mowing plan for Quinn Farm. Several other items, including enforcement orders and notices of intent, were continued to December 5, 2022.

• Approved reduction of site monitoring reports for 12-14 South Hunt Road (5-0)
• Approved mowing plan for Quinn Farm at 116 Whitehall Road (5-0)
• Continued Enforcement Order 77 Elm Street to December 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued NOI 002-1304 130 Market Street to December 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued NOI 002-1308 and RCOC 002-1143 for 77 Elm Street to December 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued RDA 445 Main Street to December 5, 2022 (5-0)

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee's Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee is meeting to discuss several facility maintenance items, including the Amesbury Middle School boiler and roof, the high school fire panel, bleacher inspections, and capital improvement projects. No votes or decisions are recorded on the agenda; the items are listed for discussion only.

• Amesbury Middle School boiler
• Amesbury Middle School roof
• Amesbury High School fire panel
• Bleacher inspections
• Capital improvement projects

Design Review Committee

The committee recommended approval for a sign at 35 Water Street and a sign package for Bean and Cone at 39 Main Street with specific revisions. Discussion on East End Smart Growth Overlay District design standards was continued to the next meeting.

• Recommended approval for sign at 35 Water Street (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval for sign at 39 Main St (Bean and Cone) with stipulations for decal placement and sign design (Unanimous)
• Approved draft minutes from 9/20 and 10/18
• Continued discussion on East End Smart Growth Overlay District design standards to 11/29

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee's Personnel Subcommittee will meet in executive session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with three AFT union units: teachers/nurses, multi-purpose facilities technicians/maintenance, and paraprofessionals/tutors. The meeting is closed to the public because open discussion could harm the committee's bargaining position.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with AFT Amesbury Teachers/Nurses Unit
• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with AFT Amesbury Multi-Purpose Facilities Technicians/Maintenance Unit
• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with AFT Amesbury Paraprofessionals/Tutors Unit

Retirement Board

The Board approved the 2023 budget, which reflects an overall decrease of $9,000. It also accepted several new member enrollments, retirement applications, and account transfers. An executive session regarding a disability application was tabled until November 30, 2022.

• Approved 2023 Budget with $9,000 overall decrease (Unanimous)
• Approved new enrollments for Kathleen M. Aitken, Emily R. Clark, Mariellen Howard, Sara E. Levesque, and Alyssa L. Zarrillo (Unanimous)
• Approved Brenna M. Kenney to purchase refunded service from Danvers Retirement System (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Todd C. Laramie's account ($37,661.01) to Essex Regional Retirement System (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Jeneschya M. Sanchez's account ($6,588.16) to Haverhill Retirement System (Unanimous)
• Approved retirement applications for Michael C. Fetters, David J. Proulx, and Robin T. Ward (Unanimous)
• Approved October 2022 Payroll, Cash Disbursements, and Vendor Payment Warrants
• Tabled Executive Session regarding Heather L. Ryan's disability application to Nov 30, 2022 (Unanimous)

Amesbury Elementary School Building Committee

The committee approved a series of vendor invoices and a construction change order for the Amesbury Elementary School project. Members received updates on exterior glazing, interior MEP rough-ins, and site work progress. The project fund currently has $7.4M available following a $6M borrowing on September 30.

• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved CTA Construction Change Order #09 for $17,331.05
• Approved vendor invoices totaling $2,167,599.63

School Committee

The Amesbury Elementary School Council will meet to approve minutes from September, review the three goals of the 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan, receive updates on implementation teams (leadership, literacy, math, social/emotional), and discuss DIBELS/MAP fall benchmark assessments.

• Approval of minutes from September 22, 2022 School Council meeting
• Review of 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan goals
• Updates on AES Leadership, Literacy, Math, and Social/Emotional Implementation Teams
• Sharing of DIBELS and MAP Fall Benchmark Assessments

School Committee

The School Council reviewed proposed principal goals aligned with the district's new vision around communication, academic excellence, relationships, and equity/inclusion. Members discussed the need for measurable goals, an accelerated math program, and potential additions in arts and world language. The council also brainstormed the School Improvement Plan, with topics including MCAS data availability, cafeteria food waste, and website improvements.

• Nomination of a Co-Chair was tabled until the next meeting.
• Principal Haas discussed an accelerated Math program at 6th grade, to be rolled out in 7th next year, and 8th grade Algebra in two years.
• Members raised concerns about the district/school website being not user friendly, disjointed, and rarely updated.
• A suggestion was made to recommend hiring a contractor to create an easy-to-navigate website for an upfront cost.
• The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on Nov. 16, 2022.

School Committee

This is a procedural meeting notice for the Amesbury School Committee. The agenda contains no topics for discussion or decisions, only boilerplate language.

Open Space, Natural Resources, and Trails Committee

The committee discussed the implementation of a $75,000 ARPA earmark for an open space maintenance plan and a $15,000 grant for the Carriagetown Connector. Members reviewed a meadow restoration plan for Quinn Farm and a new trail proposal for Powow Hill. The committee requested more detailed design parameters and a site visit for the Powow Hill project.

• Approved September 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Determined Quinn Farm meadow restoration proposal is consistent with property protection goals
• Requested detailed design parameters and DCR guideline references for Powow Hill Trail proposal
• Scheduled group site visit for Powow Hill Trail proposal
• Canceled November meeting
• Set next meeting for December 7

City Council

The City Council approved funding for open space planning, the Carriagetown Connector project, and several municipal appointments. Multiple ordinances regarding zoning and employment agreements were continued to future meetings.

• Approved $75,000 ARPA grant for open space inventory and maintenance plan (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 grant for Amesbury Carriagetown Connector project (7-0)
• Approved $32,500 from Shea Concrete Products, Inc. Consent Decree (7-0)
• Approved $355,121.34 from free cash to fund permanent fund and liability deficits (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Diana Caswell as Chief Assessor (7-0)
• Approved appointments for IT Director, Public Library Director, and Inspectional Services Director (6-0-1)
• Withdrew order 2022-085 regarding Locke Hill Lane open space without prejudice (6-1)
• Tabled zoning ordinance 2022-086 for marina restaurant use until Nov 22 (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review site plans for multi-family and residential projects. The agenda also includes an erosion bond release and a subdivision approval extension.

• 130 Market Street: Multi-family Residential Development Site Plan Review and Special Permit
• 79 Monroe St.: Site Plan Review
• 99 Lake Attitash: Special Permit - Section XIV- Water Resource Protection District
• 29 S Hunt Rd./ARC Technologies: Erosion Bond Release
• 140 Main St.: Eastern Lights Subdivision and Special Permit Approval Extension

The Amesbury Planning Board approved a site plan application for 79 Monroe St. with seven conditions, including recordation, environmental permits, and erosion control. The board also continued public hearings for 130 Market St. and 99 Lake Attitash Rd. to November 14, 2022, and released a $22,099 erosion bond for 29 S Hunt Rd. Additionally, the board extended subdivision and special permit approvals for Eastern Lights Subdivision to December 2023 and amended covenants to release residential units at 140 Main St. and 5 Sparhawk St.

• Approved site plan for 79 Monroe St. with 7 conditions (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for 130 Market St. to November 14, 2022 (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for 99 Lake Attitash Rd. to November 14, 2022 (6-0)
• Released $22,099 erosion bond for 29 S Hunt Rd. (6-0)
• Extended subdivision and special permit for Eastern Lights Subdivision to December 2023 (6-0)
• Amended covenant to release first two residential units at 140 Main St. (6-0)
• Amended covenant to release first two residential units at 5 Sparhawk St. (6-0)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars met to conduct ballot testing and discuss schedules for a voter registration drive and Election Day. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Library Board of Trustees

The subcommittee discussed and agreed on wording for the director's performance review across multiple categories. No final decision was made; the review will be finalized and presented at a future meeting.

• Agreed on wording for combined answers for director review (oversight, operations, leadership, etc.)
• Jessica to proof and finalize the review document before next meeting
• Plan to meet November 14 for review with Library Director

Lakes and Waterways Commission

The Lakes and Waterways Commission unanimously passed a resolution requesting the mayor distribute letters to lawn fertilization businesses reminding them of phosphorus testing and setback requirements. The commission also approved September meeting minutes, received updates on waterbody levels and beach refurbishment, and noted the conservation agent's resignation.

• Approved September 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Passed resolution requesting mayor send fertilizer reminder letters to businesses (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Amesbury Board of Health will discuss a by-law and reorganize the board at this meeting. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific proposals or decisions detailed.

• By-law discussion
• Board re-organization

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss KF and related policies, as well as the Title IX policy. The meeting includes a public comment period and is scheduled to adjourn after the policy reviews.

• Public comment period at start of meeting
• Review of KF and related policies
• Review of Title IX policy

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee's Teaching and Learning Subcommittee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comment, receive teaching and learning updates, and discuss spotlight applications. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Approve minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting
• Public comment period
• Teaching and Learning updates
• Spotlight applications discussion

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet to conduct collective bargaining sessions with three AFT Amesbury units. The committee will also review and approve minutes from past negotiation executive sessions.

• Collective bargaining with AFT Amesbury Teachers/Nurses Unit
• Collective bargaining with AFT Amesbury Multi-Purpose Facilities Technicians/Maintenance Unit
• Collective bargaining with AFT Amesbury Paraprofessionals/Tutors Unit
• Review and approval of past negotiation executive session minutes

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee's Budget/Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the School Choice Revolving Fund, COVID funds and spending, budget transfers, and a van surplus. These are discussion items only; no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• School Choice Revolving Fund discussion
• COVID funds and spending review
• Budget transfers
• Van surplus item

School Committee

The Amesbury School Committee will hold a regular meeting with a vote expected on a Fair Share Amendment resolution. The agenda also includes a Superintendent's report on emergency response drills, a Quarter 1 budget update from the Director of Finance, and a testing data presentation.

• Fair Share Amendment Resolution – Vote Expected
• Superintendent's Report: Emergency Response Drills update
• Director of Finance: Quarter 1 Budget Update
• Testing Data Presentation

School Committee

The Mascot Review Committee will meet to approve previous minutes, review community survey data, and prepare for upcoming focus groups. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review of community survey data on mascot options
• Preparation for focus groups to gather further input
• Approval of minutes from September 29 meeting

School Committee

The Amesbury High School Council will meet virtually to appoint a co-chair and receive updates on the school, including goals from Ricci and the School Improvement Plan.

• Appointment of co-chair
• AHS Updates
• Ricci - Goals
• School Improvement Plan

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee is meeting to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with three AFT Amesbury units. The committee will also review and approve minutes from previous negotiation executive sessions.

• Bargaining strategy for AFT Amesbury Teachers/Nurses Unit
• Bargaining strategy for AFT Amesbury Multi-Purpose Facilities Technicians/Maintenance Unit
• Bargaining strategy for AFT Amesbury Paraprofessionals/Tutors Unit
• Review and approval of past negotiation executive session minutes

School Committee

The School Committee will receive reports on the AES Building Project, Title IX self-audit, and 2022 MCAS trends. The body will also discuss the Fair Share Amendment and review warrants totaling $1,221,981.35.

• Discussion of Fair Share Amendment
• AES Building Project Report
• August 12 warrant: $513,573.70
• September 8 warrant: $436,573.15
• September 22 warrant: $271,834.50

School Committee

The School Committee will receive reports on the AES Building Project, Title IX, and MCAS. The body will also discuss the Fair Share Amendment and review warrants totaling $1,221,981.35.

• Discussion on Fair Share Amendment
• AES Building Project Report
• August 12 warrant for $513,573.70
• September 8 warrant for $436,573.15
• September 22 warrant for $271,834.50

Liquor License Commission

The Liquor License Commission is meeting to discuss an alteration of a Farmer Pouring Permit. The request concerns BareWolf Brewing, LLC.

• Alteration of Farmer Pouring Permit for BareWolf Brewing, LLC at 12 Oakland Street

School Committee

The Mascot Review Committee is meeting to review student survey data regarding mascot representation. The committee will also finalize a community survey and delegate responsibilities for sharing the survey link.

• Review of student survey data on mascot representation
• Finalization of community survey

School Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee is meeting to discuss various maintenance and infrastructure updates across district properties. The agenda focuses on HVAC, roofing, and accessibility improvements.

• CES HVAC update
• AMS PC roof
• Baseball field
• Heat Boilers
• Handicap doors

School Committee

The provided agenda is a blank notice and contains no specific topics for discussion or decision.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review various administrative items, including site plans and engineering documents. The agenda includes continued public hearings for 79 Monroe St. and 99 Lake Attitash, as well as a lot release for 47.5 Kimball Rd.

• Site Plan Review: 79 Monroe St.
• Special Permit (Water Resource Protection District): 99 Lake Attitash
• Lot Release: 47.5 Kimball Rd.
• Revised Engineering Documents: 2 Woodman Rd.
• Revised Site Plan and Storm Water Report: 77 Elm St.

School Committee

The AES School Building Committee will meet virtually to review previous minutes and approve commitments and invoices. The committee is also scheduled to receive an update on construction progress.

• Approval of the September 1, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Approval of Commitments and Invoices
• Update on Construction Progress

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting for a Zoning Board 40B training session. No other substantive business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Zoning Board 40B Training Session

School Committee

The subcommittee will discuss various teaching and learning updates including grant allocations, Title IX, and technology distribution. The meeting also includes a review of lunch and recess time allotments.

• Approval of August 16, 2022 minutes
• Grant Allocations update
• MTSS/Interventionists discussion
• Title IX discussion
• Chromebook distribution technology update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss local by-laws and conduct board re-organization. The agenda contains only procedural items.

• By-law discussion
• Board re-organization

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for 79 Monroe St. and 99 Lake Attitass. The meeting also includes a continued hearing regarding 130 Market Street and a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Public Hearing: 130 Market Street multi-family residential development
• Public Hearing: Bill No. 2022-086 Zoning Ordinance Amendment
• Public Hearing: 79 Monroe St. Site Plan Review
• Public Hearing: 99 Lake Attitass Special Permit (Water Resource Protection District)
• Administrative items for 2 Woodman Rd., 77 Elm St., and Eastern Lights Subdivision

Liquor License Commission

The Liquor License Commission will discuss an alteration of the premise for Bean & Cone located at 39 Main Street.

• Bean & Cone, 39 Main Street: Alteration of Premise

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting consists of a training session regarding Amesbury 40B zoning. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Zoning Board Amesbury 40B Training Session

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a residential development and a zoning ordinance amendment. The board will also consider council referrals concerning open space and property sales.

• 130 Market Street: Site Plan Review and Special Permit for multi-family residential development
• Bill No. 2022-086: Zoning Ordinance Amendment public hearing
• Bill No. 2022-085: Acceptance of Open Space at Locke Hill Lane
• Bill No. 2022-087: Surplus and sale of 58 Cynthia Road and 63 Cynthia Lane
• 12 S Hunt Road: Continued public hearing for Amesbury Sports Park Athletic Fields

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review council referrals regarding open space and property sales. The meeting also includes discussions on performance bonds for Village at Baileys Pond and 20 Maple Street.

• Acceptance of Open Space at Locke Hill Lane (Bill No. 2022-085)
• Authorization to surplus and sell 58 Cynthia Road and 63 Cynthia Lane (Bill No. 2022-087)
• Special Permit Major Modification for 12 S Hunt Road – Amesbury Sports Park Athletic Fields
• Performance Bond release request for Village at Baileys Pond
• Lot Release and Performance Bond establishment for 20 Maple Street

Liquor License Commission

The Liquor License Commission will review meeting minutes from June 16th. The agenda includes a liquor license transfer for 31-35 Main Street and an alteration of the licensed premises at 12 Oakland.

• Transfer of Liquor License: 31-35 Main Street, Lauring and McCowen
• Alteration of Licensed Premises: 12 Oakland, Barewolf Brewing
• Approval of June 16th meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings regarding a zoning ordinance amendment for the Marijuana Overlay District and a special permit modification for the Amesbury Sports Park. The board will also consider an earth work special permit extension for 12 South Hunt Road.

• Continued public hearing: 12 S Hunt Road – Amesbury Sports Park Athletic Fields Special Permit Major Modification
• Continued public hearing: 2022-062 order to amend the Amesbury Zoning Ordinance Section VI – Marijuana Overlay District (MCOD)
• Administrative item: 12 South Hunt Road – Earth Work Special Permit Extension Request
• Sign application: 35 Main Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting virtually to test the Teams virtual meeting platform. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Testing Teams Virtual Meeting Platform

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a special permit major modification for 12 S Hunt Road. The board will also review administrative items including bond and lot releases.

• Continued public hearing: 12 S Hunt Road – Amesbury Sports Park Athletic Fields (Special Permit Major Modification)
• Sign application: 194 Main Street
• Procedure for Reviewing Developments with Affordable Units
• Erosion Control Bond release: 110 Kimball Road
• Lot Release: 20 Maple Street

Liquor License Commission

The Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the April 28, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a request for a new Farmer Series Pouring Permit for Mill 77 Brewing located at 77 Elm Street.

• New License: Farmer Series Pouring Permit for Mill 77 Brewing (77 Elm Street)
• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2022

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a hearing regarding a tobacco control violation and fine for Amesbury One-Stop. The board will also hold a workshop to review local fees and bylaws.

• Tobacco Control Hearing Request: Amesbury One-Stop, Violation/Fine
• Board of Health Bylaw & Local Fee Review/Workshop

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an order to amend the Marijuana Overlay District section of the Amesbury Zoning Ordinance. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a special permit modification for the Amesbury Sports Park Athletic Fields at 12 S Hunt Road.

• Amendment to Section VI – Marijuana Overlay District (MCOD)
• Special Permit Major Modification for 12 S Hunt Road – Amesbury Sports Park Athletic Fields
• Sign Application: 12 S Hunt Road – YMCA
• Pre-application conference: 15 Estes Street
• Lot Release: 47.5 - 57 Kimball Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing regarding a site plan review and special permit for 39 Hillside Avenue. The meeting also includes administrative updates on construction observations and bond or covenant releases for several properties.

• Continued Public Hearing: 39 Hillside Avenue Site Plan Review and Special Permit
• Construction Observation Update: 47.5 – 57 Kimball Road performance bond and lot release
• Construction Observation Update: 5 Sparhawk Street covenant release and performance bond
• Construction Observation Update: 20 Maple Street performance bond and/or covenant release

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a hearing regarding a tobacco control violation or fine at Amesbury One-Stop. The meeting also includes a workshop to review the Board of Health Bylaw and local fees.

• Tobacco Control Hearing: Amesbury One-Stop (Violation/Fine)
• Board of Health Bylaw & Local Fee Review/Workshop

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing regarding 39 Hillside Avenue. The agenda also includes an order to establish an Amesbury Street Acceptance Process and administrative items for 20 Maple Street.

• Continued Public Hearing: 39 Hillside Avenue Site Plan Review and Special Permit
• Order to Establish an Amesbury Street Acceptance Process (2022-045)
• Administrative review of legal documents, contracts, and invoices for 20 Maple Street

Liquor License Commission

The Liquor License Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and review three specific liquor license requests. The body will discuss a manager change, a premise extension, and plans for a brewpub.

• Change of Manager: 37 Main Restaurant Grp, LLC DBA Ski Hi Amesbury
• Extension of Premise: 5 Market Square, Flatbread
• Discussion of brewpub plans for 31 – 35 Main Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a site plan review and special permit for 39 Hillside Avenue. The board will also review council referrals concerning street acceptance and a historic preservation restriction.

• Continued public hearing for Site Plan Review and Special Permit at 39 Hillside Avenue
• Council Referral 2022-044: Historic Preservation Restriction for 5 Sparhawk Street
• Council Referral 2022-045: Establishment of an Amesbury Street Acceptance Process

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a workshop to review local fees and board bylaws. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from January 20, 2022.

• Board of Health Bylaw & Local Fee Review/Workshop

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting a continued public hearing for a site plan review and special permit at 39 Hillside Avenue. The board will also hold a new public hearing for a special permit at 35 Main Street.

• Continued public hearing: 39 Hillside Avenue Site Plan Review and Special Permit
• New public hearing: 35 Main Street Special Permit
• Administrative review: Baileys Pond Phase III Erosion Control Bond
• Administrative review: Rosedale Lot Release
• Administrative review: 39 Market Street request for extension

Liquor License Commission

The Commission will review minutes from previous meetings and discuss temporary outdoor dining extensions for 2022. The agenda also includes a premises alteration for Grande Mexico and a change of manager for Sky Hi Amesbury.

• Approval of November 28, 2021 and December 9, 2021 minutes
• Temporary Outdoor Dining Extensions 2022
• Alteration of Licensed Premises/Change of Class: Grande Mexico
• Change of Manager: 37 Main Restaurant Grp, LLC DBA Sky Hi Amesbury

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding 39 Hillside Avenue and 20 Maple Street. The agenda also includes administrative items for properties on S Hunt, Kimball Road, and various staff communications.

• Site Plan Review and Special Permit for 39 Hillside Avenue
• Definitive Subdivision and Special Permit for 20 Maple Street
• Modification for 12 S Hunt
• Bond Release for 110 Kimball Road
• Lot Release 1 and 2 for 47.5 Kimball Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue public hearings regarding site plan reviews and subdivisions. The board will also review administrative permit extensions and bond releases.

• Public hearing for Site Plan Review and Special Permit at 39 Hillside Avenue
• Public hearing for Definitive Subdivision and Special Permit at 20 Maple Street
• Sign application for 205A Elm Street
• Pre-application conference for 130 Market Street
• Bond release for 110 Kimball Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a subdivision at 20 Maple Street and a proposal to integrate short-term rental bylaws into the Zoning Ordinance. The board will also continue a site plan review for 39 Hillside Avenue.

• Public hearing for Definitive Subdivision and Special Permit at 20 Maple Street
• Public hearing for Bill No. 2022-023 to amend Zoning Bylaws to include Short-Term Rental Unit Bylaws
• Continued public hearing for Site Plan Review and Special Permit at 39 Hillside Avenue
• Request for modifications at 12 S Hunt Road

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review meeting minutes from December 16, 2021. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a mask mandate hearing.

• Mask Mandate Hearing Discussion