Auburn public meetings in 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four applications: a special permit to convert an existing two-family into a three-family residence at 21 Rochdale Street, a special permit for a new two-family residence at 93 Rockland Road, a special permit for a warehouse at 47 & 49 Rockland Road, and a comprehensive permit under M.G.L. 40B for a housing complex at 16 Perry Place (continued from November 21, 2024 meeting). The board will also discuss modifications, make decisions on 11 Grove Street and 25 Vinal Street, and approve meeting minutes from earlier in 2024.

• Special permit hearing for a three-family residence at 21 Rochdale Street (Map 17 Parcel 203) — changing a nonconforming use per Sections 8.2.2 and 8.2.3.
• Special permit hearing for a two-family residence at 93 Rockland Road (Map 11 Parcel 94) per Section 3.2.2.1.
• Special permit hearing for a warehouse at 47 & 49 Rockland Road (Map 17 Parcels 177 & 224) per Section 8.2.2.
• Comprehensive permit (40B) hearing for a housing complex at 16 Perry Place (Map 18 Parcels 14 & 15), continued from 11/21/24.
• Decisions to be made on 11 Grove Street and 25 Vinal Street.

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals denied a special permit to convert a two-family home into a three-family at 21 Rochdale Street (3-2), citing lot size and parking concerns. The board approved a special permit for a new two-family dwelling at 93 Rockland Road (5-0). It also vacated a prior denial and approved a special permit with conditions for Arbor Recycling's warehouse operations at 47 & 49 Rockland Road (5-0). A 40B comprehensive permit hearing for 16 Perry Place was continued to January 16, 2025.

• Denied special permit for three-family conversion at 21 Rochdale St (3-2)
• Approved special permit for two-family dwelling at 93 Rockland Rd (5-0)
• Vacated previous denial of Arbor Recycling special permit (3-2)
• Approved Arbor Recycling special permit with conditions (5-0)
• Continued 40B hearing for 16 Perry Place to Jan 16, 2025
• Approved drafted decisions for 11 Grove St and 25 Vinal St (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for Feb, May, Jun, Nov 2024 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for several special permits and one comprehensive permit. The board will also issue decisions regarding properties at 11 Grove Street and 25 Vinal Street.

• Special Permit for 21 Rochdale Street to change a two-family to a three-family residence
• Special Permit for a two-family residence at 93 Rockland Road
• Special Permit for a warehouse at 47 & 49 Rockland Road
• Comprehensive Permit under Mass General Law 40B for a housing complex at 16 Perry Place
• Decisions for 11 Grove Street and 25 Vinal Street

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on December 19, 2024, to consider three special permit applications. One applicant seeks to convert an existing two-family home into a three-family residence at 21 Rochdale Street. Another requests a permit for a new two-family residence at 93 Rockland Road, and a third seeks a permit for a warehouse at 47 & 49 Rockland Road. The board will decide whether to grant these permits under the Auburn Zoning Bylaw.

• Ryan Maher seeks special permit to change nonconforming two-family to three-family at 21 Rochdale Street
• Blackstone Development Group LLC requests special permit for two-family residence at 93 Rockland Road
• Arbor Recycling Inc. requests special permit for warehouse at 47 & 49 Rockland Road

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on December 19, 2024, for two special permit applications. The first would convert an existing nonconforming two-family residence to a three-family residence at 21 Rochdale Street. The second would allow a new two-family residence at 93 Rockland Road. Residents may attend or submit written comments.

• Special permit to change nonconforming use: existing two-family to three-family at 21 Rochdale Street (Map 17 Parcel 203)
• Special permit for new two-family residence at 93 Rockland Road (Map 11 Parcel 94)

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will consider approving Amendment #2 to the FFY 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program highway project listing. The board will also hear a presentation on proposed WRTA service changes and receive an update on the CMMPO Regional Bicycle Plan. Public comment will be accepted.

• Potential action: Approval of proposed Amendment #2 to the FFY 2025-2029 TIP Highway Project Listing
• Potential FFY 2030 TIP Candidate Projects discussion
• WRTA Proposed Service Changes presentation
• CMMPO Regional Bicycle Plan update
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes

School Committee

The Auburn School Committee will discuss and vote on the FY'26 draft budget and the third reading of updated Policy EFD on meal charge/refund. Other items include a policy update on non-discrimination, reports from student representatives and the superintendent, and financial matters such as year-to-date budget, contracts with Pitney Bowes and Parent Square, capital improvement plans for FY25 and FY26, and grant awards. Citizens comments and recognition are also scheduled.

• Third reading and vote on Policy EFD - Meal Charge/Refund
• FY'26 Draft Budget discussion and vote
• Policy Update AC-R Non-Discrimination Including Harassment and Retaliation
• Pitney Bowes Contract and Parent Square Contract
• FY25 & FY26 Capital Improvement Plans and FY25 School Department Grant Awards

The Auburn School Committee unanimously approved the updated Meal Charge/Refund policy (EFD), 60-month Pitney Bowes postage meter leases, a 42-month ParentSquare contract, amended FY2025/FY2026 Capital Improvement Budgets, and the FY25 grant awards list. They also approved the December 4 meeting minutes and budget transfers. The FY'26 draft budget was discussed but not voted on; a vote to send it to the town is scheduled for January 8.

• Approved minutes from 12/4/24 (unanimous)
• Approved updated Policy EFD - Meal Charge/Refund (unanimous)
• Approved 60-month Pitney Bowes lease agreements for postage meters (unanimous)
• Approved 42-month ParentSquare contract (unanimous)
• Approved amended FY2025 & FY2026 Capital Improvement Budgets (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 School Department Grant Awards list (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers dated 12/10/24 (unanimous)

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will continue presentations and interviews with Owner Project Manager (OPM) firms, then discuss and rank the respondents. The meeting may be cancelled if too few firms responded.

• Continuing OPM firm presentations and interviews
• Discussion and ranking of OPM respondents
• Meeting may be cancelled if limited OPM firms respond

The Fire Station Building Committee met and conducted interviews with four Owner's Project Manager (OPM) firms: Liro-Hill, RGB, CHA, and Colliers. The committee discussed a scoring process using a spreadsheet created by Greg to rank candidates and present the top three to the Town Manager. No final decision was made; the next meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2025.

• Interviewed four OPM firms: Liro-Hill, RGB, CHA, Colliers
• Agreed to use Greg's spreadsheet to calculate scoring results
• Planned to present top three candidates to Town Manager

Bryn Mawr Elementary School's School Council

The Bryn Mawr School Council will meet to review school year updates and the school improvement plan. Members will discuss a sense of belonging survey and ways to increase community service learning projects.

• School year updates
• School improvement plan review
• Sense of belonging survey
• Community service learning projects

Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council

The Pakachoag Elementary School Council will meet to review minutes from the prior meeting, discuss updates for the school year, and explore the School Improvement Plan. The council will also review results from a Sense of Belonging Survey and hold an open forum. No votes or specific proposals are listed; the meeting appears focused on discussion and planning.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of school year updates
• Exploration of the School Improvement Plan
• Review of the Sense of Belonging Survey
• Open discussion/forum period

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will review previous minutes, then conduct presentations and interviews with Owner Project Manager (OPM) firms. They may discuss and rank the respondents during this meeting or defer to a continuation meeting on December 17 if needed.

• Review and approve previous meeting minutes
• Owner Project Manager (OPM) presentations and interviews
• Discussion and ranking of OPM respondents
• Possible continuation meeting on December 17, 2024

The committee approved the minutes from the 11/18/24 meeting and conducted interviews with three Owner's Project Manager (OPM) candidates: Left Field, CMS, and P3. They discussed scoring criteria and directed Alex to check references for all candidates. No contracts or final selections were made.

• Approved meeting minutes from 11/18/24 (unanimous)
• Interviewed OPM candidates Left Field, CMS, and P3
• Directed Alex to check references for all candidates

Swanson Road Intermediate School Council

The Swanson Road Intermediate School Council will meet to receive school and district initiative updates. The body will also discuss community events and other business.

• School update
• District initiative update
• Community events

Board of Health

The Auburn Board of Health will hold a hybrid meeting on December 16, 2024. Items include a well variance request at 350 South Street, a proposed cemetery project presentation at 0 Cemetery Road, and discussion of bodywork regulations. The board will also review open communicable disease cases and provide updates on free COVID test kits.

• Well variance request at 350 South Street
• Proposed cemetery project presentation at 0 Cemetery Road
• Discussion on bodywork regulations
• Holiday tree dropoff and string lights recycling
• Review of open communicable disease cases

The Auburn Board of Health approved a well variance for a property at 350 South Street, allowing an addition closer than the required 20-foot setback, with conditions for pre- and post-construction well testing by a certified professional and a recommendation to check well casing stability. The board also discussed a proposed cemetery project at 0 Cemetery Road, granting the applicant's request to meet with a third-party reviewer, and discussed bodywork regulations due to concerns raised by police.

• Approved well variance at 350 South Street with pre/post testing stipulation (2-0)
• Granted applicant's request to meet with third-party reviewer for cemetery project
• Discussed bodywork regulations; no formal action taken

Finance Committee

The Auburn Finance Committee will kick off the FY26 budget with department heads, review and vote on transfer requests from multiple town departments (Police, Fire/Rescue, Public Works, etc.), and receive an overtime comparison study from Fire Rescue. The agenda also includes committee reorganization and review of transfers under $250 approved by the Town Accountant/CFO.

• FY26 Budget Kickoff with Department/Division Heads
• Review/Vote on Transfer Requests: Town Manager, Law, HR, IT, Town Clerk, General Services, Police, Fire/Rescue, DPS (Library, Senior Center, Veterans, Cable), DPW, DDIS
• Presentation of Overtime Comparison Study by Fire Rescue Department
• Finance Committee Re-Organization
• Review of Transfers Approved by Town Accountant/CFO under $250

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold its FY26 budget kickoff meeting with department and division heads. Members will review and potentially vote on transfer requests for multiple town departments and discuss the discontinuation of the remote hybrid meeting option.

• FY26 Budget Kickoff Meeting with Department/Division Heads
• Potential vote on transfer requests for Town Manager, Law, HR, IT, Town Clerk, General Services, Police, Fire/Rescue, DPS, DPW, and Development/Inspectional Services
• Presentation of the Fire Rescue Department Overtime Comparison Study
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO under $250
• Discussion and potential vote to discontinue remote hybrid meeting participation

The Auburn Finance Committee approved all transfer requests, including $31,386 from the Salary and Wage Reserve for 1% wage adjustments, plus several smaller transfers for library, solid waste, cable TV, golf course, sewer, veterans services, town hall repairs, and legal services. The committee also re-elected Kevin Kennedy as Chair and Michael Marshall as Vice Chair. The Town Manager presented preliminary FY2026 budget estimates showing a projected shortfall of $10,745.97.

• Approved $31,386 in Salary & Wage Reserve transfers for 1% wage adjustments (5-0)
• Approved $7,881 library transfer for retro salary increase (5-0)
• Approved $7,881 library transfer for retro salary increase (5-0)
• Approved $1,180 solid waste salary transfer (5-0)
• Approved $1,334 cable TV wage adjustment transfer (5-0)
• Approved $890 in golf course wage adjustment transfers (5-0)
• Approved $624 in sewer division wage adjustment transfers (5-0)
• Approved $2,908 veterans services salary transfer (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several requests, including tree trimming at 35 Potter Farm Road and a determination of applicability at 253 Prospect Street. They will also consider Notices of Intent for a new single-family dwelling at 205 West Street, after-the-fact work at 9 Maria Avenue, a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street, and commercial renovations at 47 Rockland Road. Other business includes an OOC extension request from the Highway Department and emergency beaver dam removal by the Auburn Water District.

• Request for Determination of Applicability to trim trees at 35 Potter Farm Road
• Notice of Intent to demolish and construct a single-family dwelling at 205 West Street, with new septic and stormwater system
• Notice of Intent for after-the-fact tree removal and land disturbance within 100-foot buffer zone at 9 Maria Avenue
• Notice of Intent for a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street
• Notice of Intent for commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road

The Auburn Conservation Commission approved Auburn Water District's emergency removal of a beaver dam, approved a 3-year extension of Highway Department permits, and continued several hearings to January 8, 2025. The commission also accepted a $2,500 fine payment for after-the-fact work at 9 Maria Avenue and issued an Order of Conditions for that property.

• Approved Auburn Water District beaver dam removal (5-0)
• Approved 3-year Highway Department permit extension retroactive to Oct 27, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued RDA hearing for 253 Prospect Street to Jan 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 205 West Street to Jan 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 25 Vinal St to Jan 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 47 Rockland Road to Jan 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Closed hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 9 Maria Avenue (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for multiple dates with corrections

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on December 11, 2024, to consider three applications. These include a request to trim trees within a wetland buffer zone at 35 Potter Farm Road, a notice of intent to demolish and rebuild a house at 205 West Street, and a request to remove trees along road frontage at 253 Prospect Street. All actions are under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Auburn's Wetland Bylaws.

• Dion and Lindita Spiro – Request for Determination to trim trees within bordering land subject to flooding and vegetated wetland buffer zone at 35 Potter Farm Road.
• Lyle C. White – Notice of Intent to demolish and rebuild a house and related infrastructure at 205 West Street.
• Robert Lemansky – Request for Determination to remove trees along road frontage at 253 Prospect Street.

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is holding a virtual public meeting to discuss and accept public comment on Proposed Amendment #2 to the 2025–2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The amendment adjusts the highway project listing by reducing funding for a Worcester intersection design project from $1,000,000 to $500,000, and adds two new projects: a Mill Street Planning & Design Earmark ($2,500,000) and a SS4A Action Plan and Worcester Main Street South Demonstration Project ($600,000). Comments will be accepted until December 11, 2024.

• Reduce funding for Worcester – Intersection Improvements at Lake Avenue and Bigelow Davis Parkway (Design Only) from $1,000,000 to $500,000 in FFY 2025
• Add Worcester – Mill Street Planning & Design Earmark project in FFY 2025 with $2,500,000 of HPP funding
• Add Worcester – SS4A Action Plan and Worcester Main Street South Demonstration Project in FFY 2025 with $600,000 of SS4A funding
• Virtual public hearing on December 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM via Zoom with written comment deadline December 11, 2024

Planning Board

The Auburn Planning Board will hold three public hearings at its December 10, 2024 meeting, including a new application from the Auburn Water District for a water treatment facility and two continued hearings for a 21-unit condo development and a coffee shop project. The board will also discuss modifications, make decisions, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing for Auburn Water District site plan approval for a water treatment facility at 9a Pine Valley Drive.
• Continued public hearing for Mast Futures LLC site plan approval for a 21 two-family dwelling condo development at 25 Vinal Street.
• Continued public hearing for CEMS, LLC special permit and site plan approval for a coffee shop and site improvements at 602 Southbridge Street.

The Auburn Planning Board voted 3-1 to deny a special permit and site plan approval for a proposed 2,400 sq ft coffee shop with a drive-up window at 602 Southbridge Street, despite the applicant's request for approval. The board also continued two other applications to January 14, 2025: a water treatment facility at 9A Pine Valley Drive and a 21-unit two-family condo development at 25 Vinal Street. The meeting minutes from November 12, 2024 were approved 4-0.

• Denied special permit for coffee shop at 602 Southbridge St (3-1)
• Denied site plan approval for coffee shop at 602 Southbridge St (3-1)
• Continued water treatment facility hearing at 9A Pine Valley Dr to Jan 14, 2025 (4-0)
• Continued 21-unit condo development at 25 Vinal St to Jan 14, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Nov 12, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board will hold a public hearing on December 10, 2024, to consider the Auburn Water District's application for Site Plan Approval under the Zoning Bylaw for a water treatment facility at 9a Pine Valley Drive. The public may participate in person or submit written comments.

• Public hearing for Site Plan Approval for a water treatment facility at 9a Pine Valley Drive, Map 63 Parcel 23

Select Board

The Auburn Select Board will hold a public hearing for a common victualer license for Hampton Inn at 736 Southbridge Street. The board will also vote on transferring $168,745.54 in ARPA surplus funds to HVAC upgrades at town facilities. Other items include approval of 2025 annual license renewals and a policy for outdoor liquor service.

• Public hearing for common victualer license application by Hampton Inn at 736 Southbridge Street
• Proposed transfer of $168,745.54 in ARPA surplus to Town Facilities HVAC Upgrades
• Declaration of surplus equipment: UPS devices, computers, laptops, tablets, printers, switches
• Approval of 2025 annual license renewals (over 100 businesses listed)
• Proposed adoption of application policy for liquor license amendments for outdoor service

The Select Board approved transferring $168,745.54 in surplus ARPA funds to upgrade HVAC systems in town facilities. The board also approved a Common Victualer License for the Hampton Inn, adopted a new application for outdoor liquor service amendments, and approved the 2025 annual license renewals list. All votes were unanimous except the additional ARPA transfer, which passed 4-1.

• Approved $168,745.54 ARPA fund transfer for Town Facilities HVAC Upgrades (5-0)
• Approved additional $19,527.37 ARPA transfer to HVAC account (4-1)
• Approved Common Victualer License for Hampton Inn, 736 Southbridge St (5-0)
• Adopted liquor license amendment application for outdoor service (5-0)
• Approved 2025 annual license renewals list with DCG conditions (5-0)
• Declared surplus IT equipment: 63 computers, 4 UPS, 4 tablets, 2 phones, 6 printers, 7 switches (5-0)
• Approved drainlayer license for James Bourke Services of Spencer, MA (5-0)
• Accepted $275 in gifts to Fire/Rescue Department (5-0)

Alcoholic Beverage Subcommittee

This Alcoholic Beverage Subcommittee meeting is purely procedural, with votes to accept minutes from November 25 and December 9, 2024. No new license applications or policy discussions are on the agenda.

• Vote to accept meeting minutes of November 25, 2024
• Vote to accept meeting minutes of December 9, 2024

The Alcoholic Beverage Subcommittee met and took only procedural actions. It voted 2-0 to accept the November 25, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted, and also voted 2-0 to accept the December 9, 2024 meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 25, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved December 9, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee will meet to discuss and potentially revise the Reduced/Limited Frontage Bylaw and the Accessory Bylaw. The committee will also approve minutes from September 9, 2024, and handle any new business. No final votes or dollar amounts are mentioned in the agenda.

• Discussion of Reduced/Limited Frontage Bylaw
• Discussion of Accessory Bylaw
• Approval of minutes from 9/09/2024
• New Business unforeseen by the Chair

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee reviewed proposed changes to reduced frontage rules and accessory apartment regulations but took no votes. They discussed updating Section 5.3.2.1 to require no less than 75% frontage and a sliding scale for reduced frontage. They also noted new state guidelines for accessory apartments, including no occupancy restrictions and sizing limits. The committee approved the September 9, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved 9/9/2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed reduced frontage map and proposed 75% minimum frontage in Section 5.3.2.1 (no vote)
• Proposed sliding scale for reduced frontage allotment (no vote)
• Discussed accessory apartment guidelines under new state rules (no vote)

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to vote on sewer fees and review FY2024 sewer use abatement applications. The board will also receive updates on capital planning projects and the Upper Blackstone Clean Water project.

• Vote on Sewer Fees
• FY2024 Sewer Use Abatement Applications for 9 Otis Street, 8 Kimball Road, 47 Auburn Street, 229-A Hampton Street, and 33 Riverside Drive
• Warren Road Pump Station Replacement update
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations
• Sword Street and Goddard Drive Force Main Rehab

The Board voted to keep the current sewer fee schedule with a revision making the sewer main extension fee accurately reflect $500 per extension. It also approved several sewer use abatements, reducing bills for properties at 9 Otis Street, 47 Auburn Street, and 33 Riverside Drive, while tabling abatements for 8 Kimball Road and 229-A Hampton Street pending more information. The Board reviewed work logs, budgets, and capital project updates, and noted that Town Meeting passed articles funding sewer rehab and a CCTV vehicle.

• Approved sewer fee schedule with $500 sewer main extension fee
• Reduced FY2024 sewer bill for 9 Otis Street to $416.27 per installment
• Tabled abatement for 8 Kimball Road pending more info
• Reduced FY2024 sewer bill for 47 Auburn Street to $1,001.50 per installment
• Tabled abatement for 229-A Hampton Street pending response
• Reduced FY2024 sewer bill for 33 Riverside Drive to $103.00 minimum per installment
• Approved minutes of October 24, 2024 meeting

Pakachoag Golf Course Advisory Committee

The committee will review end-of-year financials and discuss golf course policies, rules, and etiquette. Members will also address the golf course master plan and set rates for 2025.

• End of year financials
• Golf course improvements and master plan
• Golf course policies, rules, and etiquette
• 2025 rates

School Committee

The Auburn School Committee will hold a third reading and vote on updated Student Privacy Policies, and a second reading and possible vote on a revised Meal Charge/Refund policy (Policy EFD). They will also receive presentations on the FY26 draft budget and the FY25 SWCEC first quarter report, along with a year-to-date budget report, budget transfers, and facility rental rates.

• Third reading and vote on Updated Student Privacy Policies
• Second reading and possible vote on Updated Policy EFD - Meal Charge/Refund
• FY26 Draft Budget Presentations
• FY25 SWCEC First Quarter Report
• Year to Date Budget Report and Budget Transfers

Municipal Scholarship Committee

The Municipal Scholarship Committee will meet to identify the 2024 scholarship recipient. The committee will also nominate its leadership for the 2024-2025 term and review the account's financial status.

• Nomination of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024-2025
• Selection of 2024 scholarship recipient: Ms. Lauren Smith
• Financial update of the scholarship account
• Update of the history of the AMSC

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to consider the second lowest bidder for Project #017099. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Review and action on Project #017099 Second Lowest Bidder

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will hold a remote meeting to approve previous meeting minutes, review the panel book for the 2025 grant cycle, and discuss financial updates including grantee payments and budget forms. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from Nov 14 meeting
• Review panel book for 2025 grant cycle
• Financial updates: grantee payments and budget forms

Select Board

The Auburn Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including public hearings for a motor vehicle/auto repair license and a National Grid pole location petition. Other business includes annual liquor license renewals, a fire department grant application, and an ARPA update.

• Public hearing on Motor Vehicle Class 11 License and Auto Repair License for Lundgren Motorcars, Inc. at 4 Westec Drive
• Public hearing on petition by National Grid for pole location on Curtis Street
• Fire Chief request to authorize applying for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant for new self-contained breathing apparatus
• 2025 annual liquor license renewals for over 30 establishments (list attached)
• Town Manager update on ARPA funds and draft RFP for professional recruitment firm

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on a Motor Vehicle Class II License and Auto Repair License for Lundgren Motorcars, Inc., and a National Grid pole location on Curtis Street. The board will also consider designating a town employee for snow plowing, authorizing a fire department grant application for new breathing apparatus, and approving 2025 annual liquor license renewals. Town Manager items include an ARPA update and a draft RFP for a professional recruitment firm.

• Public hearing on Motor Vehicle Class II License and Auto Repair License for Lundgren Motorcars, Inc., 4 Westec Drive
• Public hearing on National Grid pole location on Curtis Street
• Request to designate DPW employee as Special Municipal Employee for snow plowing
• Fire Chief request to authorize applying for AFG grant for new Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
• 2025 Annual Liquor License Renewals per attached list

Alcoholic Beverage Subcommittee

The Alcoholic Beverage Subcommittee will consider a draft process, policy, and application for amending liquor licenses to allow businesses to serve alcoholic beverages outdoors. This is a discussion and potential decision on establishing rules for outdoor alcohol service.

• Draft process/policy and application for liquor license amendments for outdoor alcohol service

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a home occupation permit and an aquifer zone permit. The board will also continue a hearing for a housing complex under Mass General Law 40B.

• Special Permit for home occupation at 11 Grove Street
• Aquifer Zone II Special Permit for impervious surfaces at 25 Vinal Street
• Comprehensive Permit under Mass General Law 40B for housing at 16 Perry Place
• Decisions regarding 35 Coolidge St, 25 Vinal St, 253 Prospect St, 47 Rockland Rd, and 0 Cemetery Rd

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold three public hearings: a home occupation special permit at 11 Grove Street, an aquifer zone II special permit for impervious surface at 25 Vinal Street, and a comprehensive permit under MGL 40B for a housing complex at 16 Perry Place. The board will also discuss modifications, issue decisions on several properties (35 Coolidge St, 25 Vinal St, 253 Prospect St, 47 Rockland Rd, 0 Cemetery Rd), and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing: home occupation special permit at 11 Grove Street (Map 57 Parcel 4)
• Public hearing: aquifer zone II special permit for >15% impervious lot at 25 Vinal Street (Map 10 Parcel 78)
• Public hearing: comprehensive permit under MGL 40B for housing complex at 16 Perry Place (Map 18 Parcels 14 & 15)
• Decisions scheduled for: 35 Coolidge St, 25 Vinal St, 253 Prospect St, 47 Rockland Rd, 0 Cemetery Rd
• Minutes to approve: September 19, 2024 and October 17, 2024

Wage Theft Committee

The Wage Theft Committee will hold an organizational meeting to review its charge, handouts, and determine a process for making a recommendation to the Select Board. The agenda is largely procedural with introductions and scheduling of future meetings.

• Review of committee charge and handouts
• Determine process for making recommendation to the Select Board
• Public comment period

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

This is a regular meeting of the WRTA Advisory Board with no specific votes, proposals, or public hearings listed. The agenda consists only of chairperson's comments, public comment, an administrator's report, and board member comments.

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold two public hearings on November 21, 2024. One application seeks a special permit for a home occupation at 11 Grove Street. The other requests an Aquifer Zone II Special Permit to allow more than 15% impervious surface on a lot at 25 Vinal Street. No decisions have been made; the hearings are for public input and board deliberation.

• Special Permit request by Yakiara B. Bell for home occupation at 11 Grove Street
• Aquifer Zone II Special Permit request by Mast Futures LLC for 25 Vinal Street
• Both hearings held in Selectmen’s Meeting Room at Auburn Town Hall

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The body may approve adjustments to the FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 highway project list and release a proposed amendment for public review.

• Potential approval of Proposed Adjustment #1 to the FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP Highway Project Listing
• Potential release of Proposed Amendment #2 to the FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP Highway Project Listing for 21-day public review
• Discussion of FFY 2026 to FFY 2030 TIP development timeline
• Presentation on the economic impact of trails in the CMRPC region
• Updates on the State Housing Plan feedback for Central Mass

Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council

The school council will introduce members, review the purpose of the council, and discuss the School Improvement Plan. Members will also consider wellness activities and seek community connections for future staff meetings. The meeting concludes with setting proposed meeting dates for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Discussion of School Improvement Plan
• Request for community connections to lead wellness activities for staff meetings
• Introduction of council members and overview of council purpose
• Proposed meeting dates for 2024-2025: Nov 20, Dec 17, Feb 11, Apr 15, Jun 10

School Committee

The Auburn School Committee will hold a second reading and possible vote on updated Student Privacy Policies, School Improvement Plans, and the Draft FY26 Budget. New business includes discussion of Auburn Mini-Grants, an updated Meal Charge/Refund policy, and food services negotiations. The committee will also receive reports from students, the superintendent, and district finances.

• Second reading and possible vote on Updated Student Privacy Policies
• Second reading and possible vote on School Improvement Plans
• Second reading and possible vote on Draft Budget FY 26
• Discussion of Updated Policy EFD – Meal Charge/Refund
• Discussion of Food Services Negotiations

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on tax classification, with votes on residential factor, open space discount, residential exemption, and small commercial exemption. They will also vote to initiate a search for a new town manager, appoint Dori Vecchio as interim town manager upon Ed Kazanovicz's retirement, and authorize negotiations for her interim agreement.

• Public hearing on tax classification with votes on residential factor, open space discount, residential exemption, and small commercial exemption
• Vote to initiate RFP process for town manager search
• Vote to appoint Dori Vecchio as interim town manager upon retirement of Ed Kazanovicz
• Vote to authorize negotiations for interim town manager agreement with Dori Vecchio

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will consider and possibly vote on updated plans and layout direction presented by Tecton. They will also review next steps for the Owner's Project Manager following the Town Meeting vote.

• Tecton presentation on updated plans and possible vote to approve layout direction
• Review and discussion of OPM next steps based on Town Meeting vote
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to hand-count provisional, UOCAVA, federal write-in, and mail-in ballots received through November 8, 2024. They will also discuss election turnout and the Precinct 5 audit, and approve minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting.

• Hand count of approved provisional ballots, UOCAVA ballots, federal write-in ballots, and mail-in ballots received up to Nov. 8-24
• Discussion of election turnout and Precinct 5 audit
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting

Swanson Road Intermediate School Council

The Swanson Road Intermediate School Council will meet for a routine session with agenda items including a school update, district initiative update, community events, and other business. No specific votes, proposals, or financial items are listed.

• School Update discussion
• District Initiative Update discussion
• Community Events discussion

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet by remote participation to approve the October 28 meeting minutes, review the 2025 panel book, and receive financial updates on grantee payments and budget forms. This is a routine procedural meeting with no major decisions.

• Approve October 28 meeting minutes
• Review 2025 panel book
• Financial updates on grantee payments and budget forms

Finance Committee

The Auburn Finance Committee will meet to review and vote on potential transfer requests from the Department of Public Works (Sewer), Town Clerk/Elections, and Finance Department (Accounting). The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a recess to Town Meeting. No specific dollar amounts are listed.

• Vote on transfer requests from DPW Sewer, Town Clerk/Elections, and Finance Accounting
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Recess to Town Meeting

Finance Committee

The Auburn Finance Committee will meet on November 13, 2024 to review and vote on potential transfer requests from the Department of Public Works (Sewer), Town Clerk/Elections, Finance Department (Accounting), and Police Department. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a recess to Town Meeting.

• Vote on transfer request from DPW (Sewer)
• Vote on transfer request from Town Clerk/Elections
• Vote on transfer request from Finance Department (Accounting)
• Vote on transfer request from Police Department
• Recess to Town Meeting

Select Board

The Auburn Select Board will discuss the process to select a new town manager and remind about a tax classification hearing on November 18. They will also consider setting a public hearing on top intersections based on MassDOT crash data. Other items include a gift acceptance for DPW Recreation and an address change for a gas registration at 380 Southbridge Street.

• Gift acceptance for DPW Recreation per MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A
• Address change for gas registration under Southbridge Trust LLC at 380 Southbridge Street
• Discussion on process to select new town manager
• Potential vote to set a public hearing on top intersections referenced by Mr. Kirrane per MassDOT crash data
• Reminder of Tax Classification Hearing on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 6:30 P.M.

Planning Board

The Auburn Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on two applications: a 21-unit two-family condo development at 25 Vinal Street and a coffee shop with site improvements at 602 Southbridge Street. The board also plans to discuss decisions on 27 Midstate Drive and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Continued public hearing for Mast Futures LLC's site plan approval for 21 two-family condo units at 25 Vinal Street (continued from 10/08/24)
• Continued public hearing for CEMS, LLC's special permit and site plan approval for a coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street (continued from 9/24/24)
• Decision on 27 Midstate Drive
• Approval of minutes from 9/24/24, 10/08/24, and 10/22/24

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for two projects: a 21-building two-family condo development at 25 Vinal Street (site plan approval) and a coffee shop with site improvements at 602 Southbridge Street (special permit and site plan). The board also plans to discuss modifications, make a decision on 27 Midstate Drive, and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Continued public hearing: Mast Futures LLC – Site Plan Approval for 21 two-family dwelling condo development at 25 Vinal Street (Map 10, Parcel 78)
• Continued public hearing: CEMS, LLC – Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a coffee shop and improvements at 602 Southbridge Street (Map 56, Parcel 148)
• Decision on 27 Midstate Drive
• Discussion of modifications and other business
• Approval of minutes from September 24, October 8, and October 22, 2024

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars is meeting to perform a post-election audit specifically for Precinct 5. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Post election audit on Precinct 5

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold three continued public hearings: after-the-fact work at 9 Maria Avenue, a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street, and commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road. They will also discuss correspondence from National Grid and review minutes. No final decisions are indicated; each hearing remains open for further discussion.

• After-the-fact tree removal, erosion control, and land disturbance within 100 ft buffer zone to a Bordering Vegetated Wetland at 9 Maria Avenue (Map 11 Parcel 146) – continued from 10/23/24
• Notice of Intent to construct a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street (Map 10 Parcel 78) – continued from 10/23/24
• Notice of Intent for commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road (Map 17 Parcel 177) – continued from 10/23/24

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will meet to discuss the budget and contracts for the Executive Director and Gary DePace. The board will also review check registers from August through October 2024.

• Budget discussion
• Gary DePace Contract
• Executive Director Contract
• Check Registers for August, September, and October 2024
• Veteran Preference

Fire Station Building Committee

The committee will review its direction and discuss the presentation for an upcoming Town Meeting. They will also review a draft Request for Proposals for the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) and receive an update from Tecton on their schedule. Public comments will be taken.

• Review and discussion of presentation for Town Meeting
• Review draft RFP for Owner's Project Manager (OPM)
• Update on Tecton and their schedule for next presentation
• Review and approve previous meeting minutes
• Review of committees direction

Parks Recreation and Cemetery

The committee will review updates for parks and recreation, including upcoming holiday events. Members will also discuss adjustments to cemetery pricing and the number of cremains allowed per plot.

• Cemetery pricing adjustments
• Proposed increase of cremains per plot
• Family Holiday Ornament Painting on November 14th
• 12th Annual Tree Lighting on December 6th
• 11th Annual Holiday Craft Fair on December 14th

Board of Health

The Auburn Board of Health will meet to introduce a proposed cemetery project and hold a continued hearing regarding well variance and septic requests. The board will also review the yard waste schedule and open communicable disease cases.

• Proposed cemetery project introduction at 0 Cemetery Road
• Hearing for Well Variance and Septic LUA Requests at 58 Kelly Street
• Solid Waste & Recycling yard waste date schedule
• Review of open communicable disease cases

Elections

The Town Clerk has issued a notice regarding the advanced removal of early voted ballots from envelopes. This process will take place at Town Hall in the Selectmen's Room.

• Ballot opening session: Saturday, November 2 at 9:00 AM
• Ballot opening session: Monday, November 4 at 9:00 AM

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the Fall 2024 yard waste collection and a recent municipal program presentation to the Select Board. Members will also review tonnage reports and totals from the 2024 Household Hazardous Waste Day.

• Fall 2024 Yard Waste Collection starting 10/28/24
• 2024 Household Hazardous Waste Day totals
• Tonnage report update
• Textile recovery and donation bin updates
• Educational mailer

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on recommendations for articles in the November 13, 2024 Special Town Meeting warrant. The board will also consider the annual schedule of fees and fines and the appointment of a sub-committee to negotiate with a developer regarding 88 Wallace Avenue.

• Vote recommendations for November 13, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant articles
• Annual vote on Schedule of Fees and Schedule of Fines
• Appointment of sub-committee to negotiate with developer for 88 Wallace Avenue
• Drainlayer licenses for CARLCO Construction, Inc. and S & R Corporation
• Potential vote to set a public hearing on intersections referenced by MassDOT crash data

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the assignment of new roles. The body will review completed events from 2023 and receive financial updates regarding budget forms and grantee payments.

• Approval of October 2 minutes
• Discussion of new roles
• Review of completed 2023 events
• Financial updates on grantee payments and budget forms

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss sewer use abatement applications for FY2023 and FY2024. The board is also reviewing the CIP Budget, FY2025 CIP requests, and the Fall Town Meeting Warrant.

• FY2023 Sewer Use Abatement Applications for 53-4 Harrison Avenue and 29 Old Meetinghouse Road
• FY2024 Sewer Use Abatement Applications for 14 specific addresses
• Warren Road Pump Station Replacement update
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations
• Sword Street and Goddard Drive Force Main Rehab

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on FY2023 and FY2024 sewer use abatement applications for multiple properties, review the FY2025 CIP budget and capital improvement requests, and receive updates on ongoing sewer infrastructure projects including pump station replacements and force main rehabilitation. The board will also review the sewer billing rate structure and consider the Fall Town Meeting warrant.

• FY2024 Sewer Abatement Applications for 14 properties including 102 Heritage Lane, 36 Rock Avenue, 798 Washington Street/10 Prospect Street, and others
• Discussion of FY2025 CIP budget and capital improvement requests
• Warren Road Pump Station Replacement project update
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations
• Review of Sewer Billing Rate Structure as old business

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Auburn Solid Waste Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the start of fall yard waste collection on October 28, review a recent presentation on the municipal program given to the Select Board, and hear updates on tonnage, hazardous waste day totals, donation bins, textile recovery, and an educational mailer. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Fall 2024 Yard Waste Collection starting 10/28/24
• Review of recent Solid Waste & Recycling presentation to Select Board
• 2024 Household Hazardous Waste Day totals
• Donation bin and textile recovery updates
• Educational mailer discussion

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding three separate Notices of Intent for work within protected zones. The body will also discuss a MassDOT amendment and a Certificate of Compliance for 15 Brooks Street.

• Public hearing for residential subdivision at 25 Vinal St
• Public hearing for commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road
• Public hearing for after-the-fact tree removal and site work at 9 Maria Avenue
• Discussion of MassDOT amend OOC
• 15 Brooks Street COC

School Committee

The Auburn School Committee will hold a first reading of updated Student Privacy Policies and receive a Strategic Plan Update. School Improvement Plans will also be presented for discussion. The committee will review a year-to-date budget report and consider budget transfers. Public comment is open at the start of the meeting.

• First reading of updated Student Privacy Policies
• Strategic Plan Update
• School Improvement Plans
• Year to Date Budget Report
• Budget Transfers

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for three site plan and special permit requests. The board will also make decisions regarding properties on Southbridge Street, Duncan Street, and Oxford Street N.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for an indoor entertainment facility at 366 Southbridge Street
• Site Plan Approval for an adult daycare facility at 27 Midstate Drive
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street
• Decisions for 368 Southbridge Street, 7 Duncan Street, and 46 Oxford Street N

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board will hold public hearings to review applications for an indoor entertainment facility and an adult daycare facility. The board will consider special permits and site plan approvals for both locations.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for an indoor entertainment facility at 366 Southbridge Street
• Site Plan Approval for an adult daycare facility at 27 Midstate Drive

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to review minutes from September 5, 2024. The committee will discuss the Reduced/Limited Frontage Bylaw.

• Discussion of Reduced/Limited Frontage Bylaw

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on six special permit applications, including a 40B comprehensive permit for a housing complex at 16 Perry Place and a 42-unit 2-family housing project at 25 Vinal Street. The board will also discuss a modification for 26 Albert St. and render decisions on two previous applications.

• Special permit for Arbor Recycling warehouse at 47 & 49 Rockland Road
• Special permit for landfill-to-cemetery conversion at 0 Cemetery Road by Dr. Syed M. Ali Tahir
• Comprehensive permit under MGL 40B for housing complex at 16 Perry Place requested by 16 Perry Place LLC
• Special permit for 42 two-family housing units at 25 Vinal Street by Mast Futures LLC (continued from 9/17)
• Discussion of modification for 26 Albert St. Comprehensive Permit

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on its Annual Plan at this meeting. No other substantive items are scheduled beyond the pledge and adjournment.

• Public hearing on the Housing Authority's Annual Plan

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting on October 17, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. The agenda consists of Chairperson's comments, public comment, Administrator's report, and board member comments. No specific proposals or votes are listed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom due to extended pandemic-era policies
• Public comment accepted via email, phone, or during the meeting
• Routine administrative agenda with no listed decisions or public hearings

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on October 17, 2024, for six permit applications. Items include a warehouse special permit, a landfill-to-cemetery conversion, a two-family dwelling, a three-unit apartment, a duplex, and a comprehensive permit under state law 40B for a housing complex. Residents may attend or submit written comments.

• Arbor Recycling Inc. requests a special permit for a warehouse at 47 & 49 Rockland Road.
• Dr. Syed M. Ali Tahir requests a special permit for a landfill to cemetery conversion at 0 Cemetery Rd.
• Robert Lemansky requests a special permit for a two-family dwelling at 253 Prospect Street.
• Dennis Sneade requests a special permit for a 3-unit apartment building at 35 Coolidge Street.
• 16 Perry Place LLC requests a comprehensive permit under MGL 40B for a housing complex at 16 Perry Place.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and vote on recommendations for articles on the November 13, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant. The committee will also review potential transfer requests from several town departments.

• Recommendations for November 13, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Transfer requests for Finance, Fire/Rescue, DPW, Police, and Development and Inspectional Services departments
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing and potential vote on a Local Initiative Program application for a proposed 72-unit affordable housing project at 88 Wallace Avenue. The board will also continue a hearing for outdoor entertainment and carnival licenses at the Auburn Mall. Other items include voting on trick-or-treat hours, applying for firefighter safety equipment grants, and approving the November 13 Special Town Meeting warrant.

• Continued hearing for Fiesta Shows outdoor entertainment and carnival licenses at Auburn Mall, 385 Southbridge Street
• Public hearing and potential vote on 72-unit 40B affordable housing project at 88 Wallace Avenue
• Board vote on Trick-or-Treat hours recommended by Police Department
• Vote to apply for and expend funds from Dept. of Fire Services Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant for new P25 compliant mobile radios
• Vote to authorize grant application for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB)

Fire Station Building Committee

The committee will review conceptual drawings from Tecton for the new fire station, discuss site issues including traffic and building location, and consider an additional information packet for the Town Meeting Warrant. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Presentation by Tecton – Conceptual Drawings
• Site Issues – Traffic, Building Location on Site, MADOT
• Town Meeting Warrant – Additional Information Packet
• Review and Approve Previous Meeting Minutes
• Open Discussion from Committee Members for Future Topics

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Select Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a developer's request to sign the Local Initiative Program (LIP) application for a proposed 72-unit Chapter 40B affordable housing project at 88 Wallace Avenue. The hearing begins at 6:30pm on October 15, 2024, in the Select Board Meeting Room at Town Hall. Written comments may be submitted in advance.

• Public hearing on developer's request to sign LIP application for 72-unit 40B project at 88 Wallace Avenue

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars of Voters will discuss early voting by mail and in-person procedures for upcoming elections. They will also consider appointing six additional election officers (Zeb Chase, Tyler DiPietro, Luke Lamar, William Martin, Susan Sheperd, Deborah Kozik, Karen Graves) and approve minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting.

• Discuss early voting by mail and in-person elections
• Appoint additional election officers: Zeb Chase, Tyler DiPietro, Luke Lamar, William Martin, Susan Sheperd, Deborah Kozik, Karen Graves
• Approve minutes from August 7, 2024

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars of Voters will discuss early voting by mail and in-person elections. They will also consider appointing 12 additional election officers (Zeb Chase, Tyler DiPietro, Luke Lamar, William Martin, Susan Sheperd, Deborah Kozik, Karen Graves, Ashley Peduzzi, Maureen Carlomagno, Bernie Carlomagno, Thomas Blunt, Amy Berg) and approve minutes from August 7, 2024.

• Discuss early voting by mail and in-person elections
• Appoint additional election officers: Zeb Chase, Tyler DiPietro, Luke Lamar, William Martin, Susan Sheperd, Deborah Kozik, Karen Graves, Ashley Peduzzi, Maureen Carlomagno, Bernie Carlomagno, Thomas Blunt, Amy Berg
• Approve meeting minutes from August 7, 2024

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on multiple Notices of Intent for work within wetland buffer zones. Items include the Town of Auburn's plan to demolish and stabilize a restaurant at 10 Prospect Street/798 Washington Street in a flood zone, after-the-fact tree removal at 9 Maria Avenue, a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street (continued from several prior meetings), and commercial renovations at 47 Rockland Road. The commission will also discuss extension of conditions for 261 Prospect Street and other business.

• Public hearing: Town of Auburn Notice of Intent to demolish and stabilize existing restaurant building in flood zone and vegetated wetland buffer at 10 Prospect Street/798 Washington Street
• Public hearing: Joe Goodman after-the-fact Notice of Intent for tree removal and erosion control within 100-ft buffer of Bordering Vegetated Wetland at 9 Maria Avenue
• Public hearing: Timothy Johnson Notice of Intent for a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street (continued from 5/22/2024, 7/10/2024, 7/24/2024, 8/28/2024, 9/25/2024)
• Public hearing: Michael Marinis Notice of Intent for commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road (continued from 8/28/2024)
• Discussion: Extension of order of conditions for 261 Prospect Street and update on Goddard Park

School Committee

The Auburn School Committee will consider unfinished business including the Sandy Hook Anonymous Reporting System and director of facilities interviews, and new business such as updated student privacy policies, newly arrived student enrollment and funding, virtual participation in meetings, and the Central Massachusetts Athletic Conference. Reports will cover 2024 MCAS results and year-to-date budget with transfers.

• Sandy Hook Anonymous Reporting System (unfinished business)
• Director of Facilities Interviews (unfinished business)
• Newly Arrived Student Enrollment and Funding (new business)
• 2024 MCAS Results (Teaching and Learning Report)
• Year to Date Budget Report and Budget Transfers (Business/Financial Report)

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on October 9, 2024, to consider a Notice of Intent from the Town of Auburn. The proposal involves demolishing, re-grading, and stabilizing a former restaurant building at 10 Prospect Street and 798 Washington Street, which lies within a flood zone and vegetated wetland buffer. The hearing is conducted under state wetlands law and local wetland bylaws.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for demolition, re-grading, and stabilization of former restaurant building at 10 Prospect Street and 798 Washington Street, within bordering land subject to flooding and vegetated wetland buffer zone

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on several site plan approvals and special permits, including a 21-unit two-family condo development at 25 Vinal Street and a 4-unit apartment at 7 Duncan Street. A continued hearing for a bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street is also scheduled. The board will discuss a covenant modification for Claire Dr Subdivision and consider a decision on 0 Cemetery Road.

• Reopen public hearing for 4-unit apartment at 7 Duncan Street (Elite Real Estate Holdings)
• Special Permit for a hammerhead lot at 46 Oxford Street N (Doray & Slade)
• Site Plan Approval for 21 two-family dwelling condos at 25 Vinal Street (Mast Futures LLC)
• Continued hearing for bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street (JP Morgan Chase)
• Discussion of Claire Dr Subdivision Covenant Modification

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board is holding public hearings to consider site plan approvals and a special permit. The board will review requests for apartment and condo developments and a specific lot configuration.

• Site Plan Approval for a 4-unit apartment building at 7 Duncan Street
• Special Permit for a hammerhead lot at 46 Oxford Street N
• Site Plan Approval for 21 two-family buildings (42 units) at 25 Vinal Street

Board of Health

The Auburn Board of Health will meet to discuss public health matters, including a fee waiver request for a local business and a continued hearing on a septic variance. The board will also receive updates on mosquito control and solid waste programs.

• Fee waiver request for Simply Sourdough at 159 Malvern Road
• Hearing for Well Variance and Septic LUA Requests at 58 Kelly Street
• Tobacco Control Alliance violations and compliance review
• Central Mass Mosquito Control Project update on WNV/EEE activity
• Solid Waste & Recycling yard waste schedule

Auburn Housing Authority

This is a procedural meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes and a wage match discussion. No additional details are provided on the wage match item.

• Wage match discussion

Auburn Housing Authority

This meeting is mostly procedural, covering approval of prior minutes, public comment periods, and a wage match discussion. The board will also consider setting the day and time for future meetings.

• Wage match discussion
• Board meeting day/time consideration
• Approval of September 18, 2024 minutes

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet remotely on October 2, 2024, to approve minutes from August, discuss new roles, follow up on completed 2023 events, and receive financial updates on grantee payments and budgets. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve August meeting minutes
• Discussion of new roles for council members
• Follow-up on completed 2023 events
• Financial updates on grantee payments and budget forms

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee is holding an offsite meeting to tour the new Northbridge Fire Headquarters. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Tour of Northbridge Fire Headquarters

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold three public hearings, including a continued hearing for a proposal to convert a vacant lot (former landfill) at 0 Cemetery Road into a new cemetery, a continued hearing for a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street, and a new hearing for after-the-fact work within a wetland buffer zone at 9 Maria Avenue. The board will also review meeting minutes from July 24, 2024.

• Continued public hearing (from 6 prior dates) for Dr. Syed M. Ali Tahir's Notice of Intent to convert 0 Cemetery Road (former landfill) into a new cemetery, Map 3 Parcel 54
• Continued public hearing (from 4 prior dates) for Timothy Johnson's Notice of Intent to construct a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street, Map 10 Parcel 78
• New public hearing for Joe Goodman's Notice of Intent for after-the-fact tree removal, erosion control, and land disturbance within the 100-foot buffer zone to a Bordering Vegetated Wetland at 9 Maria Avenue, Map 11 Parcel 146
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 24, 2024

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on September 25, 2024, to consider a Notice of Intent from Joe Goodman for after-the-fact tree removal, erosion control, and land disturbance within the 100-foot buffer zone of a bordering vegetated wetland at 9 Maria Avenue.

• Public hearing for Joe Goodman: Notice of Intent for after-the-fact work at 9 Maria Avenue involving tree removal, erosion control barriers, and land disturbance in the 100 ft wetland buffer zone (Map 11 Parcel 146)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for three site plan and special permit applications: a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road, a bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street, and a coffee shop with improvements at 602 Southbridge Street. The board will also discuss a covenant modification for the Claire Drive Subdivision and consider decisions and minutes.

• Continued hearing: Cemetery site plan approval at 0 Cemetery Road (Dr. Syed M. Ali Tahir)
• Continued hearing: Bank with drive-thru special permit and site plan at 368 Southbridge Street (JP Morgan Chase)
• Continued hearing: Coffee shop and site improvements special permit at 602 Southbridge Street (CEMS, LLC)
• Discussion: Claire Drive Subdivision covenant modification
• Approval of corrected minutes from 7/09/2024 and 8/13/2024

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss various licensing requests and potential tax exemption articles. The board will also hold a joint meeting with the Library Board of Trustees to potentially appoint a vacancy.

• SPED Stabilization Transfer of $84,270.00
• Auto Repair License for Central Mass Auto Glass at 117 Washington Street
• Outdoor Entertainment License for Century Sportsman's Club, Inc. at 531 Rochdale Street
• Outdoor Entertainment and Carnival/Amusement Park License for Fiesta Shows at Auburn Mall
• Potential adoption of tax exemptions under the HERO Act

Select Board

The Select Board is holding a joint meeting with the Library Board of Trustees. The board will conduct a potential interview and vote regarding a vacancy on the Library Trustees Board.

• Potential interview and vote to appoint Nan Johnson to the Library Trustees Board until May 20, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold three public hearings: a special permit for a home occupation at 170 Hampton St, a special permit for a nonconforming sign at 163 Washington St, and a special permit for construction of 42 two-family housing units by Mast Futures LLC. The board will also hold its annual reorganization vote and consider a withdrawal request for 16 Silver St.

• Mast Futures LLC requests special permit for 42 two-family housing units at Map 10 Parcel 78
• Gabrielle Alan requests special permit for home occupation at 170 Hampton St
• Richard Lundgren Inc. requests special permit for nonconforming sign at 163 Washington St
• Darleen F. Wood Belsito withdrawal request for 16 Silver St
• Annual reorganization vote for board officers

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board holds a routine meeting with standard agenda items: Chairperson's Comments, Business from the Public, Administrator's Report, and Board Members Comments. No specific votes or financial actions are listed. Public comments are accepted via email or Zoom.

• Chairperson's Comments
• Business from the public
• Administrator's Report
• Advisory Board Members Comments

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider four special permit requests. These include proposals for residential housing, a home occupation, a sign, and a landfill conversion.

• Special Permit for 42 two-family housing units (Mast Futures LLC- Timothy Johnson)
• Special Permit for landfill to cemetery conversion at 0 Cemetery Rd. (Dr. Syed M. Ali Tahir)
• Special Permit for a home occupation at 170 Hampton St. (Gabrielle Alan)
• Special Permit for a nonconforming sign at 163 Washington St. (Richard Lundgren Incorporated)

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will consider approving the WRTA Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan targets and the Title VI Program, along with updates to non-SOV targets and an Age Friendly progress report. The meeting also includes staff updates on subregion representative elections and grants funding.

• Potential concurrence with WRTA safety targets
• Potential approval of Title VI Program
• Potential approval of updated 4-Year Non-SOV Targets
• CMMPO Federal Certification Summary
• Age Friendly Progress Update Presentation

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will review check registers from April through June 2024. The board is scheduled to discuss window replacement project #017099 and a sole source procurement for Simonton Windows.

• Window Replacement #017099
• Simonton Windows Sole Source Procurement
• Check Registers for April, May, and June 2024

School Committee

The School Committee will review budget priorities, school district safety, and bus transportation. The body will also discuss the FY 2030 Capital Improvement Plan and warrant articles for the Fall Special Town Meeting.

• FY 2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• School Department Warrant Articles for Fall Special Town Meeting
• Residential Tuition for a New Student
• Temporary Payroll/Business Office Clerk
• Year to Date Budget Report and Budget Transfers

The Auburn School Committee unanimously approved using $84,270 from the Special Education Stabilization Account to cover three months of residential tuition for a new student. They also approved adding a full-time temporary Payroll/Business Office Clerk for the 2024-2025 school year, budget transfers, warrant articles for the Fall Special Town Meeting, and the FY2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee discussed budget priorities, school safety, and a potential new communication platform, ParentSquare.

• Approved $84,270 from Special Education Stabilization Account for residential tuition (unanimous)
• Approved full-time temporary Payroll/Business Office Clerk for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers dated September 11, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved School Department warrant articles for Fall Special Town Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved FY2030 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 4, 2024 (unanimous)

Fire Station Building Committee

The committee will conduct tours of Fire Headquarters, the Police Department, and Fire Station #2. The Fire Chief will provide updates on conceptual designs by Tecton and the OPM RFP.

• Tours of Fire HQ (47 Auburn St.), Police Department (416 Oxford St. N.), and Fire Station #2 (7 West St.)
• Update on Tecton conceptual designs
• Update on OPM RFP

The committee approved the minutes from the 8/26/24 meeting and toured the Headquarters Station, dispatch center, and West Street station. Discussion on the conceptual design was deferred until the architect presents something at the next meeting. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved meeting minutes from 8/26/24 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Auburn Planning Board is meeting to discuss potentially reopening a Site Plan Review hearing for 7 Duncan Street. No other substantive business is on the agenda; the meeting will also cover minutes, member updates, and other routine procedural items.

• Discussion of potentially reopening Site Plan Review hearing at 7 Duncan Street

The Auburn Planning Board voted 4-0 to reopen the public hearing for the site plan review of 7 Duncan Street, which had been disapproved on September 10, 2024. The hearing will be reconsidered at the October 8, 2024 meeting to consider additional evidence and deliberation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Reopened public hearing for 7 Duncan Street site plan review (4-0)
• Scheduled reopened hearing for October 8, 2024
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three continued Notices of Intent: a new drinking water filtration plant for the Auburn Water District, a residential garage, and a cemetery conversion. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and other routine matters.

• Auburn Water District: Notice of Intent for new drinking water filtration plant at 9A Pine Valley Drive (Map 63 Parcel 23, DEP #098-0873)
• Keith Landry: Notice of Intent for 24'x28' detached garage at 415 Leicester St. (Map 30 Parcel 30)
• Dr. Syed M. Ali Tahir: Notice of Intent to convert former landfill at 0 Cemetery Road into a cemetery (Map 3 Parcel 54)
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 24, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct continued public hearings for four different development projects. The board is reviewing site plan approvals and special permits for residential, commercial, and community uses.

• 4 unit apartment building at 7 Duncan Avenue
• Cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road
• Bank with drive thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• Coffee shop and site improvements at 602 Southbridge Street
• ANR: 17 Brook Street

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a continued public hearing for a secondhand (junk) license for an ecoATM kiosk at the Auburn Mall. They will discuss a state advisory requiring the board to establish a process for approving outdoor liquor service amendments, and consider a request for a report on rising crashes at Jerome Avenue and Hampton Street. The board is also set to approve a Housing Production Plan and note the Library Trustees vacancy.

• Continued public hearing for ecoATM kiosk secondhand (junk) license at Auburn Mall
• Transient vendor license application for Chick-fil-A food truck at Auburn Mall
• Discussion on new policy for outdoor liquor license amendments per state ABCC advisory
• Request for report on motor vehicle crashes at Jerome Avenue and Hampton Street
• Housing Production Plan approval letter from state Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will meet to approve minutes from April and July 2024. The board will also review check registers for the months of April through August.

• Approval of April 25, 2024 minutes
• Approval of July 11, 2024 minutes
• Review of April check registers
• Review of May check registers
• Review of June, July, and August check registers

The Auburn Housing Authority met on September 9, 2024, and approved the check registers for July and August 2024, as well as the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting. Votes on the April 25, 2024 minutes and check registers for April, May, and June 2024 were postponed to the next meeting due to lack of quorum. Commissioner Wayne Page expressed concern about a board member's attendance, suggesting possible replacement through the Town Board of Selectmen.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved check registers for July 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved check registers for August 2024 (unanimous)
• Postponed vote on April 25, 2024 minutes to next meeting (no quorum)
• Postponed vote on check registers for April, May, June 2024 to next meeting (no quorum)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will consider two proposed bylaw changes: an accessory bylaw related to the Housing Bond Bill and a reduced/limited frontage bylaw. They will also approve minutes from July 22 and address any new business.

• Discussion of Accessory Bylaw – Housing Bond Bill
• Discussion of Reduced/Limited Frontage Bylaw
• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2024

School Committee

At this meeting, the Auburn School Committee will discuss and potentially approve several items including the FY'26 budget timeline, food services review and new vendors, and a field trip request for ski/snowboard club. They will also receive updates on student enrollment, multi-hazard plans, and the superintendent's goals for the 2024-2025 school year. The committee will consider the Sandy Hook Promise anonymous reporting system and form an interview team for the Director of Facilities position.

• FY'26 Budget Timeline
• Food Services review of 23-24 school year and approval of new vendors
• AHS Ski/Snowboard Field Trip Request to Sunday River
• Sandy Hook Promise Anonymous Reporting System
• Director of Facilities Interview Team

Elections

The Town of Auburn will hold a session to remove early voted ballots from their envelopes. This process will take place at Town Hall in the Selectmen’s Room.

• Advanced removal of early voted ballots on Saturday, August 31 at 9:00 AM

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on multiple Notices of Intent, including a new drinking water filtration plant by the Auburn Water District at 9A Pine Valley Drive and a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street. The board will also consider amendments to orders of conditions, enforcement orders, and certificates of compliance.

• Public hearing for a new drinking water filtration plant at 9A Pine Valley Drive (Auburn Water District)
• Public hearing for a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street (Timothy Johnson)
• Public hearing for an amendment to order of conditions at 7 St. Mark Street (Turnpike Developments LLC)
• Public hearing for a detached 24'x28' residential garage at 415 Leicester Street (Keith Landry)
• Public hearing for commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road (Michael Marinis/InSite Engineering)

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2024, to consider two applications: an amendment to the order of conditions for a project at 7 St. Mark St. filed by Turnpike Developments LLC, and a Notice of Intent for a residential garage at 415 Leicester St. filed by Keith Landry. The hearing will be held at Town Hall and remotely.

• Amendment to order of conditions for Turnpike Developments LLC at 7 St. Mark St. (Map 50 Parcel 38)
• Notice of Intent for 24'x28' detached residential garage at 415 Leicester St. (Map 30 Parcel 30)

Fire Station Building Committee

The committee will hold introductions and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will discuss the project timeline and goals for the fire station. The body may vote to support a November town meeting warrant article to hire an Owners Project Manager (OPM).

• Election of committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of project overview and proposed timeline
• Possible vote to support a November town meeting warrant article for hiring an Owners Project Manager (OPM)

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority is meeting to approve minutes from April 25 and July 11, 2024, and to review check registers for April through July. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy items or new business.

• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2024
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024
• Review of check registers for April
• Review of check registers for May
• Review of check registers for June, July

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a public health shared service grant and set the date for the Fall Special Town Meeting. The board will also review several business licenses and a request for support for a 72-unit residential project on Wallace Ave.

• Vote to accept $504,000 Public Health Shared Service Grant Renewal Agreement
• Vote to set Fall Special Town Meeting for November 13, 2024
• Common Victualer License for Rocco's at 744B Southbridge St.
• Carnival/Amusement Park and Outdoor Entertainment Licenses for Fiesta Shows at Auburn Mall
• Letter of Support request for 72 Residential Unit Wallace Ave. 40B Project

The Auburn Select Board voted to set the 2024 Fall Special Town Meeting for November 13, 2024, with a backup date of November 14, and opened the warrant immediately, closing it on September 20. The board also approved several licenses, including a Common Victualer License for Rocco's and a Seasonal Open Air License for the Chamber of Commerce, and continued the ecoATM kiosk hearing due to the applicant's absence. A public hearing was scheduled for the proposed Wallace Avenue 40B project after residents raised concerns.

• Set Fall Special Town Meeting for Nov. 13, 2024, backup Nov. 14 (4-0)
• Opened warrant for Fall Special Town Meeting, closes Sept. 20 (4-0)
• Approved Seasonal Open Air License for Chamber of Commerce 'Scarecrow Your Business' event, fee waived (4-0)
• Approved Common Victualer License for Rocco's at 744B Southbridge St. (4-0)
• Continued ecoATM kiosk Secondhand Dealers License hearing to next meeting (4-0)
• Accepted and expended revised $504,000 Public Health Shared Service Grant IMA (4-0)
• Set public hearing with enhanced notification for Wallace Ave 40B project (4-0)
• Created working group to develop LIP policy/procedure for affordable housing (3-1)

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will hold a remote meeting to discuss routine administrative items, including approving July minutes, welcoming new members, and assigning new roles. They will also follow up on completed 2023 events, review a community survey for residents, and receive financial updates on grantee payments and budget forms.

• Approve July 2024 meeting minutes
• Community Survey for Auburn residents
• Financial updates: grantee payments and budget forms
• Follow-up on completed events from 2023
• New member information and role assignments

Board of Health

The Auburn Board of Health will vote on accepting and expending a $504,000 Public Health Excellence Shared Service Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to support regional positions. The board will also hold a continued hearing on a well variance and septic system request at 58 Kelly Street, and discuss regional appointments and a solid waste program presentation to the Select Board.

• Vote to accept and expend $504,000 grant for regional public health positions through SCMPPH
• Continued hearing on well variance and septic LUA at 58 Kelly Street
• Regional appointments to Region 2 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition
• Presentation of solid waste and recycling program to Select Board

The Auburn Board of Health voted 2-0 to accept and expend a $504,000 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for the Public Health Excellence Shared Service Grant, and approved the revised Inter-Municipal Agreement and Municipal Letter of Commitment. The board also appointed Darlene Coyle, Jordan Bruso, and Timothy Pratt as representatives to the Region 2 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition. Minutes from May 20 and July 9, 2024, were held to the next meeting, and a hearing on a well variance and septic LUA request at 58 Kelly Street was continued.

• Approved $504,000 Public Health Excellence Shared Service Grant renewal (2-0)
• Approved revised Inter-Municipal Agreement for shared towns (2-0)
• Approved Municipal Letter of Commitment (2-0)
• Appointed Darlene Coyle, Jordan Bruso, Timothy Pratt to Region 2 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition (2-0)
• Held approval of minutes from 5/20/24 and 7/9/24 to next meeting
• Continued hearing on well variance and septic LUA at 58 Kelly Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing for a special permit under Section 3.9.1.2 for a residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd. Additionally, the board will conduct its annual reorganization vote and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing for special permit for kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd. (Map 01 Parcel 70)
• Annual reorganization vote for board officers
• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2024, and January 18, 2024

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for Sharon Gagne to operate a residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd, with a waiver of the 20-day waiting period subject to verification. The board also voted to move the annual reorganization to September 10, 2024, and approved minutes from previous meetings. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved special permit for residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd (4-0)
• Waived 20-day waiting period for special permit, subject to verification (4-0)
• Moved annual reorganization vote to September 10, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/16/2024 as written (4-0)
• Approved amended minutes from 1/18/2024 (4-0)

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss updates on the Sewer System Evaluation Study, Upper Blackstone Clean Water, and review bill schedules and new sewer connections. They will also review the monthly budget and capital planning updates including several pump station and force main projects. Old business includes discussion of sewer billing rate structure and Hilltop Farm Pump Station.

• Capital planning update: Warren Road Pump Station Replacement
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations
• Sword Street and Goddard Drive Force Main Rehabilitation
• Review of Sewer Billing Rate Structure (old business)
• Hilltop Farm Pump Station discussion (old business)

The Board of Sewer Commissioners held a routine meeting, approving the June 26, 2024 minutes and keeping the same officers. No new decisions were made; staff reported on ongoing sewer rehabilitation, capital projects, and budget status. The next meeting is tentatively set for October 10, 2024.

• Approved June 26, 2024 regular meeting minutes as amended (3-0)
• Retained current Board organization (3-0)
• Adjourned at 5:38 P.M. (3-0)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will meet virtually on August 15, 2024. The agenda includes only routine items: Chairperson's Comments, Business from the Public, Administrator's Report, and Advisory Board Members Comments. No specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• No specific agenda items beyond standard reports and public comment

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a special permit request. The board will review a proposal for a residential kitchen at a specific property.

• Special Permit request under Section 3.9.1.2 for a residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd (Map 01 Parcel 70)

Elections

The Auburn Elections Board is meeting to test ballots for the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election. This is a routine procedural step required before the election.

• Testing of ballots for the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election

Conservation Commission

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three Notices of Intent: a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street, conversion of a vacant former landfill into a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road, and construction of a new drinking water filtration plant for the Auburn Water District at 9A Pine Valley Drive. The board will also discuss enforcement orders for 7 Maria Avenue and 26 Albert Street, and consider certificates of compliance for properties at 24 Hilltop Avenue, 2 Commerce Drive Lot 3, and 8 Nancy Drive.

• Notice of Intent for residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street (Map 10 Parcel 78)
• Notice of Intent to convert former landfill into cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road (Map 3 Parcel 54, DEP# 098-0870)
• Notice of Intent for new drinking water filtration plant at 9A Pine Valley Drive (Map 63 Parcel 23)
• Enforcement orders for 7 Maria Avenue and 26 Albert Street
• Certificates of compliance for 24 Hilltop Avenue, 2 Commerce Drive Lot 3, and 8 Nancy Drive

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent from the Auburn Water District to construct a new drinking water filtration plant at 9A Pine Valley Drive (Map 63, parcel 23). The hearing is under the Wetlands Protection Act and local bylaws. Only this item is on the agenda.

• Notice of Intent for new drinking water filtration plant at 9A Pine Valley Drive, Map 63 parcel 23, by Auburn Water District

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for four different development projects. The board will also discuss ending the remote meeting option.

• Site Plan Approval for a 4 unit apartment building at 7 Duncan Avenue
• Site Plan Approval for a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a bank with drive thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street

The Auburn Planning Board held a public hearing for a proposed 4-unit apartment building at 7 Duncan Street, hearing extensive public comment on drainage, traffic, and property maintenance concerns. The board voted 5-0 to continue the hearing to September 10, 2024, to allow the applicant to address the issues raised. The board also continued hearings for a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road and a bank at 368 Southbridge Street, and voted to send the traffic study for the proposed coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street to independent peer review.

• Continued 7 Duncan St. 4-unit apartment site plan hearing to Sept. 10 (5-0)
• Continued 0 Cemetery Rd. cemetery site plan hearing to Sept. 10 (5-0)
• Continued 368 Southbridge St. bank with drive-thru hearing to Sept. 10 (4-0, 1 absent)
• Sent 602 Southbridge St. coffee shop traffic study to independent peer review (5-0)
• Continued 602 Southbridge St. coffee shop hearing to Sept. 10 (5-0)
• Ended remote meeting option on Oct. 1, 2024 (3-2)
• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 9, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2024, to consider a Site Plan Approval application from Elite Real Estate Holdings Co. for a 4-unit apartment building at 7 Duncan Street. The hearing will be held in person and virtually.

• Site Plan Approval request for 4-unit apartment building at 7 Duncan Street, Map 4 Parcel 153

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to discuss early voting by mail and in-person elections. The board will also consider appointing Amie Tailor and Linda Metzger as additional election officers. The meeting will include approval of minutes from October 3, 2023.

• Discuss early voting by mail & in person elections
• Appoint Amie Tailor & Linda Metzger as additional election officers
• Approve minutes from October 3, 2023

Board of Registrars

The Auburn Board of Registrars will reorganize and discuss early voting by mail and in-person for upcoming elections. They will consider appointing Amie Tailor and Linda Metzger as additional election officers and address listing book distribution. The board also plans to approve minutes from October 3, 2023.

• Discuss early voting by mail and in person elections
• Appoint Amie Tailor and Linda Metzger as additional election officers
• Approve minutes from October 3, 2023
• Listing book distribution
• Reorganize board

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council is meeting to review 2023 events and discuss a community survey for residents. The body will also address new member roles and financial updates regarding budget forms and grantee payments.

• Approval of June minutes
• Follow-up on completed 2023 events
• Community Survey for Auburn residents
• Financial updates on grantee payments and budget forms

The Auburn Cultural Council met remotely and unanimously approved the June 24 meeting minutes. The council discussed new member roles, with Keith Vezeau as secretary and Gillian Kies remaining treasurer for one year, and changed grant reimbursements to direct payment. Two outstanding grants from 2023 will be reabsorbed into the council's account for next year's grants. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 24 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Keith Vezeau as new secretary
• Kept Gillian Kies as treasurer for one year
• Changed grant reimbursement from pre-reimbursement to direct reimbursement

Conservation Commission

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold three public hearings: a Notice of Intent to expand parking and add crushed stone storage at 7 St. Mark St, a Notice of Intent for a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal St, and a request for determination of applicability to remove a house and trees at that same address. Other business includes enforcement orders for 7 Maria Ave and 26 Albert St, and an Order of Conditions for 26 Albert St. Minutes from July 10 will be approved, and the next meeting is August 14.

• Notice of Intent: Turnpike Developments LLC to expand parking to 34 spaces and add 7,200 sq ft of crushed stone at 7 St. Mark St
• Notice of Intent: Timothy Johnson to construct a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal St (Map 10 Parcel 78)
• Request for Determination: Timothy Johnson to remove single-family home and trees at 25 Vinal St
• Enforcement orders for 7 Maria Ave and 26 Albert St
• Order of Conditions for 26 Albert St

The Auburn Conservation Commission held a hybrid meeting on July 24, 2024, addressing several notices of intent and enforcement orders. They issued an Order of Conditions for 26 Albert St. and 7 St. Mark St., and issued a negative determination for the demolition of the house at 25 Vinal St. The hearing for the residential subdivision at 25 Vinal St was continued to August 14, 2024. Enforcement actions were deferred for 26 Albert St. pending more information.

• Issued Order of Conditions for 26 Albert St. with special conditions (5-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 7 St. Mark St. with special conditions, no berm required (5-0)
• Issued negative determination for demolition at 25 Vinal St. (5-0)
• Continued subdivision hearing for 25 Vinal St. to 8/14 (5-0)
• Deferred enforcement action on 26 Albert St. until next meeting
• Opened and closed hearings for Turnpike Developments LLC and Timothy Johnson (5-0)

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on July 24, 2024, to consider a request for determination of applicability from Timothy Johnson for property at 25 Vinal St. The request involves removing the single-family home and some trees in the proposed development area, reviewed under state wetland law and local bylaws.

• Request for determination of applicability to remove single-family home and trees at 25 Vinal St (Map 10 Parcel 78)

Select Board

The Auburn Select Board will hold public hearings for outdoor entertainment and carnival licenses for Flip Circus at the Auburn Mall, and a club license transfer for Century Sportsman's Club. The board will vote on a $2,310,000 bond for departmental equipment and a request to use $1,400,000 in ARPA funds for HVAC upgrades at several municipal buildings. Other items include discussions on a wage theft committee and creating a working group for a Local Initiative Program affordable housing policy.

• Public hearings for Flip Circus LLC outdoor entertainment and carnival licenses at Auburn Mall, 385 Southbridge Street
• Vote on $2,310,000 bond for maximum useful life of departmental equipment
• Request to authorize $1,400,000 of ARPA funds for HVAC upgrades at Auburn High School, Town Hall, Police Station, Library, Randall, and DPW
• Transfer of on-premises all-alcohol club license for Century Sportsman's Club, 531 Rochdale Street
• Discussion on creating a working group to develop a Local Initiative Program policy for affordable housing

The Select Board approved the sale of $2,310,000 in general obligation bonds to Piper Sandler & Co. and authorized $1,400,000 in ARPA funds for HVAC upgrades at several municipal buildings. The board also approved licenses for Flip Circus at the Auburn Mall, a National Night Out event, and a liquor license transfer for the Century Sportsman's Club. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved $2,310,000 bond sale to Piper Sandler & Co. (4-0)
• Authorized $1,400,000 ARPA funds for HVAC upgrades at Auburn High School, Town Hall, Police Station, Library, Randall, and DPW (4-0)
• Approved Outdoor Entertainment License for Flip Circus at Auburn Mall (4-0)
• Approved Carnival/Amusement Park License for Flip Circus at Auburn Mall (4-0)
• Approved Outdoor Entertainment License for National Night Out at Lemansky Park, waived fee (4-0)
• Approved transfer of On-Premises All Alcohol Club License and change of manager for Century Sportsman's Club (4-0)
• Declared Engine 2 and Ambulance 3 as surplus for disposal (4-0)
• Approved $8,000 gift from Andersen Windows & Doors for Summer Concerts in the Park (4-0)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 20, discuss potential future zoning bylaw amendments, and address any new business. No specific proposals or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of future zoning bylaw changes
• New business unforeseen by the chair

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee will meet to reorganize for the upcoming term, approve minutes from May 20, 2024, and discuss potential future bylaw amendments. No specific proposals or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Reorganization of committee officers
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future bylaw changes (no details provided)

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee met and discussed a potential new bylaw to allow building on nonconforming lots with easements, similar to hammerhead lots, on a case-by-case basis. No formal decision was made; the board only discussed the idea and reviewed existing Section 5.3.2 for reference. The board approved the May 20, 2024 minutes and kept its current structure unchanged.

• Approved keeping committee structure unchanged (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussed new bylaw for nonconforming lots with easements (no vote)
• Deferred accessory use apartment and regional mall changes to spring town meeting

Pakachoag Golf Course Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the end-of-year financials and potential improvements to the golf course. The meeting also includes reviews of course policies, rules, etiquette, and golf cart usage.

• End of year financials
• Golf course improvements
• Golf course policies
• Rules and etiquette
• High school golf teams

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

This is a procedural meeting of the WRTA Advisory Board with standard agenda items: Chairperson’s Comments, Business from the public, Administrator’s Report, and Advisory Board Members Comments. No specific proposals, votes, or financial decisions are listed. The meeting is held via Zoom due to extended pandemic-era policies.

• Chairperson’s Comments
• Business from the public (email, phone, or Zoom raised hand)
• Administrator’s Report
• Advisory Board Members Comments

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will consider approving Amendment #8 to the FFY 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program for transit projects and vote on releasing the Title VI Program for a 45-day public review period. The meeting also includes discussion of a scope of work on Access to Housing in the region and staff updates on various infrastructure projects. The public may comment during the meeting.

• Potential approval of Proposed Amendment #8 to the FFY 2024-2028 TIP Transit Project Listing
• Potential release of Title VI Program for 45-day public review and comment period
• Discussion of Access to Housing in the Central Massachusetts Region Scope of Work
• Staff update on Worcester Route 12 (West Boylston St) Corridor Profile
• Update on Southern New England Trunk Trail (SNETT) coordination

Auburn Housing Authority

The meeting includes pledges and a discussion regarding board re-organization. The agenda contains only these procedural items.

• Board re-organization
• Pledges

Finance Committee

The committee will review and vote on potential transfer requests for several town departments. They will also review transfers up to $250.00 previously approved by the Town Accountant or CFO.

• Review/vote on potential transfer requests for DPW, Finance, Auburn Community TV, Legal, Town Hall, and General Services
• Review of transfers up to $250.00 approved by the Town Accountant/CFO

Conservation Commission

The Auburn Conservation Commission is reviewing several land use proposals through public hearings. These include a notice of intent for a new cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road and a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal St. The commission will also consider parking expansions and intersection improvements.

• Notice of Intent for a new cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road
• Residential subdivision proposal at 25 Vinal St
• Parking expansion to 34 spaces at 7 St. Mark St
• Intersection improvements at Albert St and Blaker St
• Inground pool installation request for 6 Elizabeth Drive

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use requests. These include a parking expansion at 7 St. Mark St and intersection improvements at Albert and Blaker Streets.

• Expansion of parking to 34 spaces and 7,200 square feet of crushed stone at 7 St. Mark St
• Proposed intersection improvements at Albert St and Blaker St
• Continued use of an existing gravel path at 26 Albert St

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is reviewing Proposed Amendment #8 to the 2024–2028 TIP. This amendment includes adding specific vehicle purchase projects to the regional transit listing. The meeting serves as a forum for public comment on these proposed changes.

• Addition of WRTA project WRTA011875 to purchase six Type E vans for $661,440
• Addition of WRTA project WRTA011876 for a Town of Millbury COA electric van at $109,926

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for several site plan and special permit applications. These include requests for a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road, a temporary circus at Auburn Mall, a bank with a drive-thru, and a coffee shop. The board will also discuss reorganization and a modification for Wagner Motors.

• Site Plan Approval for a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road
• Special Permit for a temporary circus at Auburn Mall (385 Southbridge Street)
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street
• Modification regarding Wagner Motors at 460 Southbridge Street

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board will hold public hearings on July 9, 2024. The board will consider a site plan approval for a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road and a special permit for a temporary circus at the Auburn Mall.

• Site Plan Approval for a cemetery at 0 Cemetery Road
• Special Permit for a temporary circus at 385 Southbridge Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a hearing regarding well and septic requests for 58 Kelly Street. The meeting also includes updates on tobacco control permits and the recent Household Hazardous Waste Day event. Additionally, the board will review open communicable disease cases.

• Well variance and septic LUA requests at 58 Kelly Street
• Tobacco control violations and permit updates
• Update on Household Hazardous Waste Day collection totals
• Review of open communicable disease cases

Elm Hill Water District

The board will review the treasurer’s report and discuss action regarding Worcester’s estimated billing. They also plan to meet with candidates for commissioner to conduct an election.

• Election of a candidate for commissioner
• Discussion of Worcester’s continued estimated billing
• Review of Licensed Water Operator reports
• Review of treasurer's report and signing of warrant

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals has a sparse agenda focused on procedural matters. The board will address an Open Meeting Law complaint and hold a formal vote regarding the use of a hybrid participation meeting format.

• Open Meeting Law Complaint
• Formal vote on hybrid participation meeting format

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet to conduct votes regarding the position of secretary and a review of new members. The agenda also includes space for other business.

• Vote on a new secretary
• Review of new members

Auburn Library Board of Trustees Subcommittee

The subcommittee will meet to review and consider artwork owned by the Auburn Public Library for possible display.

• Review of APL-owned artwork for possible display

Finance Committee

The Auburn Finance Committee will meet to review and vote on potential fund transfer requests for various municipal departments. The committee will also review transfers already approved by the Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00.

• Vote on potential transfer requests for several departments, including Police, Fire/Rescue, and DPW
• Review of transfers approved by the Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board will review monthly budget reports and provide updates on several capital planning projects, including pump station replacements and sewer rehab. The meeting also includes discussion regarding FY2024 sewer billing rates and a sewer use abatement application for 49 Harrison Avenue.

• Sewer Use Abatement Application for 49 Harrison Avenue
• Update on Warren Road Pump Station Replacement
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations
• Updates on Sword Street Force Main Rehab and Goddard Drive Sewer Rehab
• Review of FY2024 Sewer Billing Rates

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on June 26, 2024. The commission will consider an application from Turnpike Developments LLC to expand existing parking to 34 spaces. This proposal includes adding 7,200 square feet of crushed stone for parking and wire spool storage.

• Expansion of existing parking to 34 spaces by Turnpike Developments LLC
• Addition of 7,200 square feet of crushed stone for parking and wire spool storage

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on amending the Department of Public Works reorganization plan to create a Fleet Maintenance Division. The board will also consider several committee reappointments and discuss forming a working group for affordable housing projects.

• Vote on amendment to Intermunicipal Agreement for Central Mass Regional Stormwater Coalition
• Reappointment of members to Finance Committee, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Board of Registrars
• Vote to establish a Fleet Maintenance Division within the Department of Public Works
• Discussion on creating a working group for Local Initiative Program affordable housing projects
• Proposal for Open Meeting Law training for town boards and staff

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on several committee reappointments and amendments to the Department of Public Works reorganization plan. The board will also discuss creating a working group for affordable housing policy.

• Reappointment of Finance Committee members Ed Coleman, Patrick Jones, and George Graham
• Reappointment of Zoning Board of Appeals members Robert Tatro, Richard Kusy, and Ryan Garabedian
• Vote to amend the Department of Public Works reorganization plan
• Vote on an amendment to the Intermunicipal Agreement for Stormwater

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet to approve May minutes and welcome new members Mary and Steve. The council is scheduled to vote on a new secretary and review new members. Financial updates regarding grantee payments and budget forms will also be presented.

• Vote for new secretary
• Review of new members
• Financial updates on grantee payments and budget forms
• Approval of May minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two special permit applications. These include a request for a residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd and an accessory apartment at 16 Silver St. The board will also vote on the meeting's hybrid participation format.

• Special permit for a residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd
• Special permit for an accessory apartment at 16 Silver St
• Vote on hybrid meeting participation format
• Approval of May 16, 2024 minutes

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet to consider several transportation programs. Potential actions include approving the FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program and the Coordinated Public Transit Human Services Transportation Plan. The meeting also includes a proposed amendment for public review regarding transit project listings.

• Approval of FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Approval of Coordinated Public Transit Human Services Transportation Plan
• Release of Proposed Amendment #8 to the TIP Transit Project Listing for public review
• Concurrence with TIP Design Funding Policy

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

This meeting notice contains only procedural agenda items for the Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board. The agenda includes an Administrator's Report and comments from the Chairperson and board members.

• Chairperson’s Comments
• Business from the public
• Administrator’s Report
• Advisory Board Members Comments

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on June 20, 2024. The board will consider special permit requests for a residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd and an accessory apartment at 16 Silver St.

• Special Permit request for a residential kitchen at 159 Malvern Rd
• Special Permit request for an accessory apartment at 16 Silver St

Town Meeting Members Precinct 5

The Town Meeting Members for Precinct 5 will meet to elect individuals to fill two vacancies. One position is a three-year term and the other is a one-year term.

• Election of one member to a 3-year vacancy
• Election of one member to a 1-year vacancy

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and vote on potential fund transfer requests for several municipal departments, including Police, Fire/Rescue, and DPW. The committee will also review transfers already approved by the Town Accountant up to $250.00.

• Vote on potential transfer requests for various town departments
• Review of transfers approved by the Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review potential transfer requests for several town departments. The committee will also discuss updating the FY2025 Capital Improvement Budget Table for the School Department to update official records from the May 7 Annual Town Meeting. Additionally, the committee will review transfers approved by the Town Accountant up to $250.00.

• Review/vote on potential transfer requests for various town departments
• Update FY2025 Capital Improvement Budget Table for the School Dept
• Review transfers approved by Town Accountant up to $250.00

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed cemetery conversion at 0 Cemetery Road and an inground pool installation at 6 Elizabeth Drive. The agenda also includes reviews of enforcement orders for properties on Maria Ave and Albert St.

• Notice of Intent to convert the vacant lot at 0 Cemetery Road into a new cemetery
• Request for determination of applicability for an inground pool at 6 Elizabeth Drive
• Enforcement Order for 7 Maria Ave
• Enforcement Order for 26 Albert St
• Discussion regarding 50 and 190 Washington St

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on June 12, 2024. The commission will review a proposal to convert a vacant lot at 0 Cemetery Road into a cemetery and a request for an inground pool at 6 Elizabeth Drive.

• Notice of Intent to convert the property at 0 Cemetery Road (formerly a landfill) into a new cemetery
• Request for determination of applicability for an inground pool at 6 Elizabeth Drive

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a bank at 368 Southbridge Street. The board will also discuss an extension for 430 Rochdale Street. Additionally, the agenda includes ANR requests for 29 Lorna Avenue and 348-352 Leicester Street.

• Public hearing: JP Morgan Chase bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• ANR: 29 Lorna Avenue
• ANR: 348-352 Leicester Street
• Discussion: 430 Rochdale Street extension

Select Board

The Select Board will consider adopting a Housing Production Plan and reorganizing the Department of Public Works. The meeting includes discussions on EMT retirement benefits and creating a working group for affordable housing policy. The board will also review liquor license transfers and new restaurant licenses.

• Potential vote to adopt the Housing Production Plan
• Transfer of alcohol package store license for Mass Discount Liquors at 844 Southbridge Street
• Common Victualer License for Friendly's Restaurant at 697 Southbridge Street
• Vote on the reorganization of the DPW
• Request to accept retirement benefits act for EMTs

Town Meeting Members Precinct 4

The meeting will address the election of one Town Meeting Member to fill a one-year vacancy. No other agenda items are listed for this session.

• Election of one Town Meeting Member to fill a one-year vacancy

Town Meeting Members Precinct 5

The meeting will focus on filling two vacancies within the Precinct 5 Town Meeting Members. The body will elect one member to a three-year term and one member to a one-year term.

• Election of one Town Meeting Member to fill a 3-year vacancy
• Election of one Town Meeting Member to fill a 1-year vacancy

Swanson Road Intermediate School Council

The council will discuss building updates and district initiatives. The agenda also includes a review of community events from the 2023-24 period.

• Building updates
• District initiative update
• Review of 2023-24 community events

School Committee

The committee will review the May 22, 2024 meeting minutes and receive reports from the Superintendent and Student Representatives. The agenda also includes discussion of FY2025 AVC tuition and transportation rates.

• AEA Contract Update
• FY2025 AVC Tuition, Service and Transportation Rates
• Year to Date Budget Report
• AHS Concert Band/Chamber Singers trip to Scotland/UK
• May 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Elm Hill Water District

The Elm Hill Water District will review previous meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, and reports from the Licensed Water Operator. The board will also address overdue accounts and the search for a new commissioner.

• Review of accounts more than 90 days overdue and shut-off notices
• Discussion regarding Worcester’s continued estimated billing
• Search for a new commissioner
• Review of treasurer's report and signing of warrant

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council is meeting to vote on the appointment of Mary K DeCourcey as a new member. The body will also discuss recruiting new members via school flyers and a community survey for residents.

• Vote for new member Mary K DeCourcey
• Discussion of community survey for Auburn residents
• Financial updates regarding grantee payments and budget forms
• Review of completed 2023 events

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a carnival and outdoor entertainment license for 385 Southbridge Street. The board will also consider a $504 grant for public health services and discuss the Perry Place 40B project.

• Public hearing for Fiesta Shows carnival license at 385 Southbridge Street
• Vote to accept and expend a $504 Mass Dept of Public Health grant
• Request by Zoning Board of Appeals to end remote meeting options
• Seasonal open air license for Friends of the Auburn Public Library book sales on June 22 and September 14, 2024
• Discussion of Perry Place 40B issues and concerns

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for two special permit and site plan requests. The board will also address a decision regarding 24 Rockland Road.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a JP Morgan Chase bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a coffee shop and site improvements at 602 Southbridge Street
• Decision regarding 24 Rockland Road
• ANR: 347 Pakachoag Street

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will meet to conduct a reorganization of the board. The meeting also includes pledges and adjournment.

• Reorganization of the Board

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to reorganize and appoint positions on the committee. The body will also discuss the FY'25 budget update and review the FY'26 French River Oil bid results.

• Reorganization and appointment of school committee positions
• FY'25 Budget Update
• FY'26 French River Oil Bid Results
• Handbook updates for 2024-2025
• Appointment of Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinators for 2024-2025

Conservation Commission

The Auburn Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on two Notices of Intent for local properties. Officials will review proposed commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road and a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street. The commission will also address enforcement orders for Maria Avenue, Albert Street, and Washington Street. These sessions allow residents to observe how the proposals align with town conservation rules before work proceeds.

• Public hearing on commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road (continued from May 8)
• Public hearing on a residential subdivision at 25 Vinal Street
• Enforcement orders for properties at Maria Avenue, 26 Albert Street, and 50/190 Washington Street
• Review of April 24 meeting minutes

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission is holding a public hearing to review a Notice of Intent. The body will consider a proposal to construct a residential subdivision on a specific property.

• Notice of Intent for residential subdivision at 25 Vinal St (Map 10 Parcel 78)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to review the Regional Mall District. The committee will also address minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of Regional Mall District

Board of Health

The Auburn Board of Health will conduct a public hearing regarding a dog request for a specific address. The board will also discuss tobacco control violations and review communicable disease cases.

• Dog Hearing Request: 10 Westchester Drive
• Discussion on Tobacco Control Violations
• Update on Town-wide Cleanup Day (5/4/24)
• Household Hazardous Waste Day Event scheduled for 6/22/24

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two special permit requests. The board will also review meeting minutes and discuss the use of remote or hybrid meeting formats.

• Special Permit request for a two-family home at 7 Maria Ave
• Special Permit request for an accessory apartment at 35 Coolidge St
• Discussion regarding remote/hybrid meeting format

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will review totals for the SWAP Initiative and receive updates on cleanup events. The meeting also includes discussions regarding food waste reduction in schools and the MassRecycle Conference.

• SWAP Initiative Totals
• Update on Cleanup Events
• Food Waste Reduction in Schools
• MassRecycle Conference Update

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss and potentially approve updates to the regional transportation improvement program. The body will also consider releasing draft planning and transit documents for public review.

• Potential approval of Proposed Amendment #7 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway List
• Potential approval of FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP
• Potential release of Draft FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for 21-day public review
• Potential release of Draft Coordinated Public Transit Human Service Transportation Plan for 21-day public review

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to appoint committee positions and review updates for the 2024-2025 handbook. The body will discuss the FY'25 budget and review bid results for FY'26 French River Oil. Other items include approvals for summer school and field trips.

• FY'25 Budget Update
• FY'26 French River Oil Bid Results
• Handbook Updates for 2024-2025
• Appointment of Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinators for 2024-2025
• AHS Quebec City Field Trip

Elections

The Elections Board is meeting to conduct ballot testing for the upcoming Annual Town Election. This process ensures the voting equipment functions correctly before the May 21 election date.

• Testing of Ballots for May 21, 2024 Annual Town Election

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting public hearings for three special permit and site plan requests. The board will also address a decision regarding 385 Southbridge St.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a JP Morgan Chase bank with drive thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a CEMS, LLC coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street
• Site Plan Approval for an in-home daycare at 24 Rockland Road
• Decision regarding 385 Southbridge St., Fiesta Shows

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding an alcoholic beverages license for the Auburn Package Store and a presentation on the Housing Production Plan. The board will also discuss the allocation of ARPA funds for elevator repairs and issues concerning Perry Place.

• Public hearing for alcoholic beverages license transfer: Shiv Pancham Corporation, Inc. (Auburn Package Store), 196 Auburn Street
• Vote to adopt Housing Production Plan presented by Central Mass Regional Planning Commission
• Vote for ARPA funds allocation for Town Hall elevator upgrades and repairs
• Seasonal Open Air License for GFWC Auburn Junior Woman's Club Inc. Duck Race (May 26-27, 2024)
• Discussion on Perry Place 40B issues and Mass Housing 30 day extension

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will review FY2024 sewer billing rates and a use abatement application for 12 Goddard Drive. The board will also discuss various pump station concerns and system rehabilitation projects. The meeting includes updates on the Auburn Water District Project and Upper Blackstone Clean Water.

• FY2024 Sewer Billing Rates
• FY2023 Sewer Use Abatement Application for 12 Goddard Drive
• Warren Road Pump Station Replacement
• Sword Street Force Main Rehab
• Goddard Drive Sewer Rehab

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider notices of intent for property renovations at 47 Rockland Road and the conversion of a lot at 0 Cemetery Road into a cemetery. The meeting also includes reviews of enforcement orders for properties on Maria Ave and Albert St.

• Notice of Intent: Commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road
• Notice of Intent: Converting 0 Cemetery Road into a new cemetery
• Enforcement orders for 7 Maria Ave and 26 Albert St
• Review of 166 South St wetland lot

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold public hearings to review two Notices of Intent. The body will discuss proposed land use changes regarding a vacant lot and commercial renovations.

• Notice of Intent for commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road
• Notice of Intent to convert a vacant lot at 0 Cemetery Road into a new cemetery

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Board of Health are meeting for a site visit. The purpose is to review a proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place with Mass Housing.

• Site visit at 16 Perry Place for proposed 40b development

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals, Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, Conservation Commission, and Board of Health will meet for a site visit. The purpose is to review a proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place with Mass Housing.

• Site visit for proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and vote on recommendations for Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles 13, 14, and 15. The body will also review potential transfer requests from several town departments.

• Recommendations on Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles 13, 14, and 15
• Transfer requests for Human Resources, Fire/Rescue, DPW, Finance, Police, and Development and Inspectional Services
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and vote on recommendations for Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles 13, 14, and 15. The committee will also review potential transfer requests from various town departments.

• Vote on recommendations for Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles 13, 14, and 15
• Review of potential transfer requests for Human Resources, Fire/Rescue, DPW, Finance, Police, Development and Inspectional Services, Law, Town Manager, and General Services
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is holding a virtual public meeting to gather input on the Draft 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also discuss Proposed Amendment #7 to the 2024-2028 TIP, which includes cost and schedule changes for specific highway projects.

• Increase cost of Project 608171 Uxbridge Route 122 (South Main Street) from $10,624,014 to $14,232,013
• Move Project 608851 Hardwick-New Braintree Creamery Road bridge replacement to FFY 2024 with a cost of $3,659,382
• Decrease cost of Project 608640 Sutton-Grafton Depot Street bridge reconstruction from $12,380,610 to $9,636,255
• Public review of the Draft 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to review business and financial reports. The body will discuss the approval of obsolete and surplus electronic equipment.

• Omnibus approval of Business/Financial Report
• Review of obsolete and surplus electronic equipment
• Potential executive session for negotiations

Planning Board

The Planning Board, Board of Selectmen, Conservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Board of Health are conducting a joint site visit. The meeting is limited to a Mass Housing visit of a proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place.

• Site visit of proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place

Conservation Commission

This joint meeting between several town boards serves a single purpose. It consists of a Mass Housing site visit regarding a proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place.

• Mass Housing site visit for proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place

Board of Health

The Board of Health will participate in a joint meeting with several town boards. The single purpose of this meeting is a Mass Housing site visit regarding a proposed 40b development at 16 Perry Place.

• Mass Housing site visit at 16 Perry Place

Bryn Mawr Elementary School's School Council

The council will review the draft School Improvement Plan and provide feedback on draft family survey questions. The meeting also includes discussion regarding interest in returning for the 2023-2025 school year.

• Review of School Improvement Plan draft
• Feedback on draft family survey questions
• Discussion on council member interest for the 2023-2025 school year

Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council

The Pakachoag Elementary School Council will meet to discuss the month in review and the month ahead. The council is scheduled to review the Pakachoag School Improvement Plan.

• Review of the Pakachoag School Improvement Plan

Municipal Scholarship Committee

The committee will review and discuss the 2024 scholarship applications. Members are scheduled to select a recipient, notify them, and issue a press release.

• Review and discussion of 2024 scholarship applications
• Selection of the 2024 Auburn Municipal Scholarship recipient

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review development updates and zoning articles for the Annual Town Meeting. Members will also discuss updates to the town website, a business survey, and a business directory.

• Zoning Articles for Annual Town Meeting
• Future Zoning Amendments
• Business Survey
• Business Directory
• Website Updates

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review development updates and discuss future zoning amendments. The meeting includes a review of website updates, a business survey, and a business directory. Members will also consider a MassHousing request for comments regarding Perry Place 40B.

• Discussion of future zoning amendments
• Review of business survey and business directory
• MassHousing request for comments on Perry Place 40B

Select Board

The Select Board will hear departmental reports from Finance and Public Works. The meeting includes a presentation regarding police personnel and a request for a vote on using ARPA funds for Town Hall elevator upgrades.

• Presentation of recognitions for Police Department personnel
• Finance Department report
• Department of Public Works report
• Mass Housing Application for Perry Place 40B Project
• Vote for allocation of ARPA funds for Town Hall elevator upgrades and repairs

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a request to allocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for Town Hall elevator upgrades. The meeting includes a Town Manager annual evaluation and a notification regarding the Perry Place 40B project Mass Housing application.

• Vote on ARPA funds for Town Hall elevator upgrade and repairs
• Town Manager annual evaluation
• Mass Housing Application notification for Perry Place 40B Project
• Recognitions for Police Department personnel regarding a January 2024 missing child search
• Departmental reports from Finance and Public Works

Auburn Cultural Council

The council will review the February 2024 minutes and receive financial updates. The agenda also includes a call for new council members and a discussion of the summer schedule.

• Approval of February 2024 minutes
• Financial updates
• Call for new council members
• Summer schedule discussion

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet via remote participation to conduct administrative business. The agenda includes reviewing previous minutes and discussing financial updates.

• Approval of February 2024 minutes
• Financial updates
• Call for new council members
• Discussion of summer schedule

Swanson Road Intermediate School Council

The Swanson Road Intermediate School Council will meet to receive school and district initiative updates. The body will also discuss community events and other business.

• School update
• District initiative update
• Community events

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will meet to review the March 2024 check registers and financial reports. The board will also discuss hours of operation.

• March 2024 check registers
• Financial reports
• Hours of operation

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed commercial and industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road. The meeting also includes reviews of other business items and approval of the April 10, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Notice of Intent for renovations at 47 Rockland Road
• Review of 7 Maria Ave
• Enforcement Order for 26 Albert St.
• Approval of April 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed commercial and industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road. The meeting also includes discussion of an enforcement order for 26 Albert St.

• Notice of Intent for renovations at 47 Rockland Road
• Enforcement Order for 26 Albert St.
• Approval of April 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission is holding a public hearing to review a Notice of Intent. The meeting concerns proposed commercial and industrial renovations at a specific property.

• Notice of Intent for commercial/industrial renovations at 47 Rockland Road (Map 17 Parcel 177)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a requested special permit for outdoor entertainment at the Auburn Mall and a site plan for an in-home daycare on Rockland Road. The meeting also includes a presentation of the CMRPC Housing Production Plan.

• Special Permit request: Fiesta Shows at Auburn Mall, 385 Southbridge Street
• Site Plan Approval request: Mercedes Familia at 24 Rockland Road
• Presentation: CMRPC Housing Production Plan
• Discussion: Town Meeting Accessory Bylaw

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for a carnival at the Auburn Mall and an in-home daycare. The board will also receive a presentation on the CMRPC Housing Production Plan and discuss an accessory bylaw for Town Meeting.

• Special Permit request for Fiesta Shows carnival at 385 Southbridge Street
• Site Plan Approval for in-home daycare at 24 Rockland Road
• CMRPC Housing Production Plan presentation
• Discussion on Town Meeting Accessory Bylaw
• Decisions regarding Webster Five at 404 Southbridge Street and Herb Chambers at 735 Southbridge Street

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a special permit application. The request is for outdoor entertainment in the form of a carnival.

• Special permit request from Dean and Flynn Inc. (dba Fiesta Shows) for a carnival at the Auburn Mall, 385 Southbridge Street

Select Board

The Select Board will review recommendations for the May 7 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles. The board will also consider a grant application for CERT equipment and recognition for police staff.

• Vote on recommendations for Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles 13 and 14
• Review of Planning Board letters regarding Zoning Bylaw amendments (Articles 20, 21, and 22)
• Vote to apply for a Citizens Corp Program grant of up to $5,000.00 for CERT equipment
• Recognition of Police Department staff regarding a missing child search in January 2024
• Establishment of a sub-committee charge for the Wage Theft Bylaw

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold hearings regarding rabies vaccination exemptions and consider a vote to accept a regional public health grant. The meeting also includes updates on solid waste and recycling events.

• Vote to accept and expend a $504,000 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for regional support services
• Rabies vaccination exemption request for 'Miley' at 19 Shary Lane
• Rabies vaccination exemption request for 'Harley' at 24 Loring Street
• Discussion of Town-wide Cleanup Day and HHWD events
• Review of open communicable disease cases

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider four special permit requests. These requests include residential developments, a home occupation, and an aquifer permit.

• Special Permit for a two-family home at 7 Maria Ave
• Special Permit for an accessory apartment at 35 Coolidge St
• Special Permit for a home occupation at 4 Simonds St
• Special Permit for an aquifer permit at 368 Southbridge St

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The WRTA Advisory Board will hold a meeting via conference call and webinar. The agenda includes comments from the Chairperson, an Administrator's Report, and business from the public.

• Chairperson’s Comments
• Business from the public
• Administrator’s Report
• Advisory Board Members Comments

Public Hearing Notices

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider three special permit requests. These requests involve an accessory apartment, a home occupation, and an aquifer permit.

• Special Permit for accessory apartment at 35 Coolidge St.
• Special Permit for home occupation at 4 Simonds St.
• Special Permit for Aquifer permit at 368 Southbridge St. (JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A.)

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss and potentially approve amendments and adjustments to the 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The body will also consider releasing the draft 2025-2029 TIP for public review.

• Proposed Amendment #5 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway and Transit List
• Proposed Adjustment #6 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway Project List
• Proposed Amendment #7 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway List for 21-day public review
• Draft FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP for 21-day public review
• Endorsement of FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP Greenhouse Gases (GHG) Requirements certification

School Committee

The School Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY25 budget. The body will also discuss the Director of Facilities retirement and SWCEC Capital Fund surplus material.

• Public hearing on FY25 Budget
• SWCEC Capital Fund Surplus Material
• Director of Facilities Retirement
• Year to Date Budget Report and budget transfers
• Superintendent's Goal/Summative Evaluation Update

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to expand and reconfigure parking and driveway facilities at 735 Southbridge St. The meeting also includes discussions regarding properties on Maria Ave and Albert St, an enforcement order for Rockland Rd, and utility maintenance notification.

• Notice of Intent for parking and driveway expansion at 735 Southbridge St.
• Review of 7 Maria Ave
• Review of 26 Albert St.
• Enforcement Order for 47 Rockland Rd
• Project Notification for LEC Utility Maintenance

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is holding a public meeting to discuss proposed changes to federal funding for highway and transit projects. The body is reviewing cost increases for two road projects and the addition of a transit vehicle purchase.

• Increase cost of Route 140 resurfacing in Upton/Grafton from $5,100,000 to $5,817,840
• Increase cost of Millbury Street Improvements in Grafton from $1,931,230 to $3,177,661
• Add WRTA project to buy 7 replacement vans for $242,481 ($202,068 from 5307 and $40,413 from TDC)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings to discuss amendments to zoning bylaws regarding accessory apartments, floodplain districts, and parking requirements. The board will also review special permit and site plan requests for several commercial and residential projects.

• Proposed zoning amendments to Section 9.3.12 regarding accessory apartment size and detached units
• Proposed reduction of required parking spaces per dwelling unit from 2 to 1.5
• Special Permit and Site Plan request for a JP Morgan Chase bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan request for a coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street
• Site Plan request for an in-home daycare at 24 Rockland Road

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board is conducting public hearings to consider several zoning bylaw amendments. The board will also review special permit and site plan requests for two commercial developments.

• Special Permit and Site Plan for JP Morgan Chase bank with drive-thru at 368 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan for CEMS, LLC coffee shop at 602 Southbridge Street
• Proposed amendments to Section 9.3.12 regarding accessory apartment size and detached options
• Proposed wording corrections to Section 4.1.5.3 Floodplain District
• Proposed reduction of required parking spaces per dwelling unit from 2 to 1.5

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on recommendations for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles. The board will also consider several business licenses and an intermunicipal agreement for Veteran's Services.

• Public hearing for Coco's Tropical Ice Common Victualer and Indoor Entertainment Licenses at 1A Swanson Road
• Vote on recommendations for May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Vote on 2024 Secondhand (Junk) Annual License Renewals for Hannoush Jewelers, Gamestop, Inc., and Tom's Collectibles
• Vote to renew and approve the Veteran's Services Intermunicipal Agreement
• Discussion and potential vote on Wage Theft Bylaw

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board Audit and Finance Committee will review and discuss the FY’25 budget. The committee intends to vote on a recommendation for the budget to be presented to the full Advisory Board in April 2024.

• Review and discussion of FY’25 Budget
• Vote to recommend FY’25 budget for Advisory Board approval

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and potentially vote on FY2025 operating and capital budgets. The body will also consider recommendations for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles.

• Potential votes on FY2025 budgets for Bay Path, Norfolk Agricultural, Reserve Fund, General Services, Auburn Youth Commission, and Pensions and Benefits
• Vote on FY2025 Capital Improvements (CIP) Budget
• Review and potential votes on transfer requests for Human Resources, Fire/Rescue, DPW, Finance, Police, and Development and Inspectional Services
• Recommendations on May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Vote on correction to DPW bottom line total FY2025 Budget

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and potentially vote on FY2025 operating and capital budgets, including the Capital Improvements (CIP) Budget. Members will also consider recommendations for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles and various department transfer requests.

• FY2025 Operating and Capital Budgets for Bay Path, Norfolk Agricultural, Reserve Fund, General Services, Auburn Youth Commission, and Pensions and Benefits
• FY2025 Capital Improvements (CIP) Budget
• Recommendations for May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Transfer requests for Human Resources, Fire/Rescue, DPW, Finance, Police, Development and Inspectional Services, Public Services, and Town Manager
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and potentially vote on FY2025 operating and capital budgets for several town departments. The committee will also consider transfer requests for multiple departments and review transfers approved by the Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00.

• FY2025 Budgets for Department of Development & Inspectional Services, Solid Waste, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Department of Public Works
• Transfer requests for Fire/Rescue, Public Works, Finance, Police, Development & Inspectional Services, Public Services, and Town Manager
• Review of Town Accountant/CFO approved transfers up to $250.00

School Committee

The committee will review the Superintendent's goal update and various departmental reports. Discussions include school choice enrollment, food services, and the APS Student Opportunity Act Plan.

• Superintendent's Goal/Summative Evaluation Update
• School Choice Enrollment
• APS Student Opportunity Act Plan
• Year to Date Budget Report
• Budget Transfers

Conservation Commission

The Auburn Conservation Commission is holding public hearings to review three Notices of Intent for specific properties. Commissioners will discuss a parking expansion at 735 Southbridge St., a new commercial building and lot at 400 Southbridge St., and exploratory soil borings along the E5/F6 Transmission Lines Right of Way. The meeting also covers enforcement orders for properties on Washington Street and Rockland Road, plus items related to Maria Avenue.

• Public hearing on parking/driveway expansion at 735 Southbridge St. (Map 33 Parcel 88)
• Public hearing on demolition and new commercial construction at 400 Southbridge St. (Map 32 Parcel 5)
• Public hearing for exploratory soil borings along E5/F6 Transmission Lines Right of Way
• Enforcement orders for properties at 190 Washington St., 50 Washington St., and 47 Rockland Rd.
• Review of business related to Maria Avenue

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on March 27, 2024. The body will consider a request from the New England Power Company to conduct exploratory soil borings for planning and design purposes.

• Public hearing for New England Power Company regarding E5/F6 Transmission Lines Right of Way

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding site plan approvals for a home daycare and a bank with a drive-thru. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Housing Production Plan by CMRPC.

• Public hearing: In-home daycare at 24 Rockland Road
• Public hearing: Bank with drive-thru and site improvements at 400 Southbridge
• Public hearing: Parking area reconfiguration at 735 Southbridge Street
• Presentation: Housing Production Plan - CMRPC

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan approval request. The applicant, Mercedes Familia, is seeking permission to operate an in-home daycare at 24 Rockland Road.

• Site Plan Approval for in-home daycare at 24 Rockland Road

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The agenda includes a National Grid presentation on an energy improvement project and a presentation of the FY2023 Audit.

• National Grid Presentation - Central to Western Mass Energy Improvement Project
• FY2023 Audit Presentation by Tom Scanlon, Scanlon and Associates
• Boy Scout Troop 53 Seasonal Open Air License for clothing drive on April 27, 2024
• Knights of Columbus One Day Liquor License for fundraiser on April 27, 2024
• Board vote to approve May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings for several special permit requests and one variance. These requests involve home occupations, accessory apartments, signage, and land use in aquifer zones.

• Special Permit for accessory apartment at 16 Silver St.
• Special Permits for home occupations at 8 Mount View Ave, 179 Leicester Street, and 5 Athens Street
• Special Permit for nonconforming sign at 54 Faith Ave
• Special Permits for impervious surfaces in aquifer II zones at 602 Southbridge Street and 400 Southbridge Street
• Variance for side setback requirement at 404 Oxford Street

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will meet to approve February 2024 minutes and check registers. The board will also discuss the Language Access Plan, Fair Housing Marketing Plan, and policies regarding Affirmative Action and Reasonable Accommodation/Modification.

• Language Access Plan
• Fair Housing Marketing Plan
• Affirmative Action Policy
• Reasonable Accomodation/Modification Policy
• Hours of Operation

Public Hearing Notices

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider several special permit requests and one variance. These items involve home occupations, signage, and land use requirements in aquifer zones.

• Special permit for an accessory apartment at 16 Silver St.
• Special permits for home occupations at 8 Mount View Ave, 179 Leicester Street, and 5 Athens Street
• Special permit for a nonconforming sign at 54 Faith Ave
• Special permits for impervious surfaces in aquifer II zones at 602 and 400 Southbridge Street
• Variance for side setback requirements at 404 Oxford Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and potentially vote on FY2025 operating and capital budgets for several town departments. The committee will also review and vote on transfer requests for multiple municipal departments.

• FY2025 budget review for School Department, Department of Public Services - Library, Cable and Community Television, and Veteran's Services
• Transfer requests for Fire/Rescue, DPW, Finance, Police, Development and Inspectional Services, Department of Public Services, and Town Manager
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss and potentially approve amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) highway and transit lists. The body will also review project candidates and budgets for the FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program.

• Potential approval of Proposed Amendment #4 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway List
• Potential release of Proposed Amendment #5 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway & Transit List for 21-day public review
• Review of FFY 2029 TIP Project Candidates PM Scoring
• Review of FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP Highway and Transit Project Listings
• Review of FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) budget and major task listing

Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council

The Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council will meet to discuss monthly reviews and the Auburn Public Schools Student Opportunity Act March 2024. The meeting includes time for questions, suggestions, and concerns.

• Review of the Auburn Public Schools Student Opportunity Act March 2024

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will review current capital planning updates, sewer use abatement applications, and division staffing. The meeting includes discussions on pump station replacements, system evaluations, and billing rate structures.

• Sewer Use Abatement Applications for 43 Berlin Street
• 122 West Street Sewer Connection
• Pinrock Pump Station Bypass Forcemain project update
• Warren Road Pump Station Replacement project update
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations

Housing Production Plan Committee

The Housing Production Plan Committee will meet to vote on approving the Housing Production Plan (HPP). If approved, the committee will determine dates to present the plan to the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen.

• Vote to approve HPP for presentation to Planning Board and Board of Selectmen
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 8, 2024 and February 29, 2024

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and potentially vote on FY2025 operating and capital budgets for police, fire/rescue, and emergency preparedness. The body will also consider transfer requests for multiple town departments.

• FY2025 Budgets for Police, Fire/Rescue, and Emergency Preparedness
• Transfer requests for Fire/Rescue, Norfolk Agricultural, Finance, DPW, Police, Development and Inspectional Services, Public Services, and Town Manager
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and potentially vote on FY2025 operating and capital budgets for public safety and emergency services. The committee will also consider transfer requests across multiple town departments.

• FY2025 Budget review and votes for Police, Fire/Rescue, and Emergency Preparedness
• Transfer request votes for Department of Public Works
• Transfer request votes for Police Department
• Transfer request votes for Dept. of Development and Inspectional Services
• Transfer request votes for Finance, Fire/Rescue, Public Services, and Town Manager

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review notices of intent for parking changes at 735 Southbridge St. and new building construction at 400 Southbridge St. They will also consider a gas pipe installation at 404 Oxford St. North. The agenda includes discussions regarding enforcement orders on Washington St. and St. Mark St.

• Notice of Intent: Parking expansion at 735 Southbridge St.
• Notice of Intent: New commercial building at 400 Southbridge St.
• Determination of Applicability: Natural gas pipe installation at 404 Oxford St. North
• Enforcement Order: 50 and 190 Washington St.
• Enforcement Order: 15 St. Mark St.

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss the APS Student Opportunity Act Plan and review the year-to-date budget report. The meeting includes an update on the Superintendent's goals and summative evaluation.

• APS Student Opportunity Act Plan report
• Year to Date Budget Report and budget transfers
• Superintendent's Goal/Summative Evaluation update

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public meeting regarding a proposed 40B development at 88 Wallace Avenue. The board will also vote on transmitting proposed zoning bylaw amendments to the Planning Board for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

• Public meeting for 40B Proposed Development at 88 Wallace Avenue by Westwood Associates
• Vote to transmit proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments to the Planning Board
• Notice of Chapter 90 Apportionment for Fiscal Year 2025 in the amount of $605,025.90
• Discussion on date and time for Volunteer Appreciation Event

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public meeting regarding a proposed 40B development at 88 Wallace Avenue. The board will also vote on transmitting proposed zoning bylaw amendments to the Planning Board for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

• Public meeting for proposed 40B development at 88 Wallace Avenue by Westwood Associates
• Vote to transmit proposed zoning bylaw amendments to the Planning Board
• Notice of Chapter 90 Apportionment for Fiscal Year 2025 in the amount of $605,025.90
• Discussion on date and time for Volunteer Appreciation Event
• Gift acceptances in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee will meet to discuss accessory apartments. The committee will also review minutes from the January 29, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of accessory apartments

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Capital Improvements Plan Budget and review FY2025 budgets for several town departments. The committee may also vote on transfer requests for multiple municipal departments.

• Discussion on Capital Improvements Plan Budget
• FY2025 Budget review and potential votes for Town Clerk and Elections, Dept. of Public Services-Senior Center/Elder Affairs Division, Human Resources, Debt and Interest, and Town Hall
• Review and vote on transfer requests for DPW, Police, Development and Inspectional Services, Finance, Fire/Rescue, Dept. of Public Services, and Town Manager

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet to review financial updates and approve minutes from January 16, 2024. The body will also discuss the summer schedule and a call for new council members.

• Approval of January 16, 2024 minutes
• Financial updates
• Call for new council members
• Summer schedule

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to review minutes from January 29, 2024, and discuss accessory apartments. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of accessory apartments

Swanson Road Intermediate School Council

The School Council will meet to receive updates on the school and district initiatives. The agenda also includes a discussion on community events.

• School update
• District initiative update
• Community events

Housing Production Plan Committee

The committee will review and discuss the draft Housing Production Plan (HPP). Members will vote on whether to approve the plan for presentation to the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen.

• Review and discussion of draft Housing Production Plan (HPP)
• Vote to approve HPP for presentation to Planning Board and Board of Selectmen
• Approval of February 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review a request for local upgrade approvals and a code waiver for a property on South Street. The board will also review open communicable disease cases.

• Hearing for 705 South Street regarding setback distances from SAS to wells and cellar wall
• Waiver request for Auburn Code of Regulation 5.3 System Sewerage Flow Design Criteria

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and potentially vote on FY2025 budgets for several town offices, including the Law Department and Information Technology. The body will also vote on transfer requests for multiple departments and discuss litigation strategy in executive session.

• FY2025 Budget review and potential votes for Moderator, Select Board, Executive Office of Town Manager, Finance Committee, Department of Finance, Law Department, and Information Technology
• Transfer requests for Department of Public Works, Police Dept., Dept. of Development and Inspectional Services, Finance Dept. - Assessing, and Fire/Rescue Department
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00
• Executive session regarding litigation strategy

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding proposed developments on Southbridge Street. These include parking expansions at 735 Southbridge St. and a new commercial building at 400 Southbridge St. Eversource Energy is also seeking a determination of applicability for a gas pipe installation on Oxford St. North.

• Notice of Intent: parking expansion at 735 Southbridge St.
• Notice of Intent: new commercial building at 400 Southbridge St.
• Determination of Applicability: gas pipe installation at 404 Oxford St. North.
• Discussion regarding Fullers Snow Storage on South St.

School Committee

The School Committee will review the FY25 draft budget and school department warrant articles for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting. The body will also discuss funding for newly arrived students and superintendent evaluations.

• FY25 Draft Budget
• School Department Warrant Articles for May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting
• Funding for newly arrived students
• Superintendent's Goal/Summative Evaluation Update
• Year to Date Budget Report and Budget Transfers

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to determine the applicability of wetland bylaws for a project at 404 Oxford St. North. The meeting will address a request from Eversource Energy.

• Determination of Applicability for Eversource Energy to install a new natural gas pipe service at 404 Oxford St. North (Map 40 Parcel 82)

Municipal Scholarship Committee

The committee is meeting to award scholarship money to a 2023 recipient and review the Auburn High School Donor Scholarship Worksheet. Members will also review and update the scholarship criteria, application, rubric, and press release forms.

• Award scholarship money to 2023 recipient Sydney Mercadante
• Review Auburn High School Donor Scholarship Worksheet
• Update Auburn Municipal Scholarship Criteria
• Update Auburn Municipal Scholarship Application
• Update Auburn Municipal Scholarship Rubric

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for two site plan approvals on Southbridge Street. The board will also address a decision regarding 73 Jerome Avenue.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a bank with drive-thru at 400 Southbridge
• Site Plan Approval for parking area reconfiguration at 735 Southbridge Street
• Decision regarding 73 Jerome Avenue
• ANR for Auburn Hill Road

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two site plan applications. The first involves a proposed bank with a drive-thru at 400 Southbridge Street, and the second concerns a parking area reconfiguration at 735 Southbridge Street.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for a bank with drive thru at 400 Southbridge Street
• Demolition of existing building at 400 Southbridge Street
• Site Plan Approval for parking area reconfiguration at 735 Southbridge Street

Select Board

The Select Board will consider the transmission of the FY2025 budget to the Finance Committee. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a manager change for Outback Steakhouse and a presentation on sidewalk prioritization. The board will also vote on the timing for the May 2024 Town Meeting and Election.

• Application for Change of Manager: Outback Steakhouse, 452 Southbridge Street
• Presentation: Central Mass Regional Planning Commission Local Sidewalk Prioritization Plan
• Drainlayer License: Richard R. Record & Son, Inc. of Shrewsbury, MA
• Vote to set May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting start time to 6:00 P.M.
• Vote to set May 21, 2024 Annual Town Election hours from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss updates to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) highway and transit lists. The body may approve one amendment and release another for a 21-day public review period. Members will also consider adopting state safety targets.

• Potential approval of Proposed Amendment #3 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway & Transit List
• Potential release of Proposed Amendment #4 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway List for public review
• Potential adoption of State Safety Targets (PM1)
• Discussion on FFY 2025 Worcester Micro-Project Summary
• Staff updates on Safe Streets for All and other federal grants

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and vote on various departmental transfer requests. The committee will also review transfers previously approved by the Town Accountant or CFO up to $250.00.

• Transfer requests for Department of Public Works
• Transfer requests for Police Dept.
• Transfer requests for Dept. of Development and Inspectional Services
• Transfer requests for Finance Dept. - Assessing
• Review of transfers approved by Town Accountant/CFO up to $250.00

Auburn Housing Authority

The Auburn Housing Authority will review January 2024 check registers and year-end financial reports. The board is scheduled to discuss the Walsh Ave Project and an Open Meeting Law Complaint.

• Year-End Financials
• Walsh Ave Project
• Open Meeting Law Complaint
• PILOT Payment
• Lead Paint laws

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review requests for special permits regarding residential and commercial land use. These include requests for an accessory apartment, a home occupation, a nonconforming sign, and impervious surface limits in aquifer zones.

• Special Permit for accessory apartment at 16 Silver St.
• Special Permit for home occupation at 8 Mount View Ave.
• Special Permit for nonconforming sign at 54 Faith Ave.
• Special Permit for >15% impervious surface in aquifer II zone at 602 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit for >15% impervious surface in aquifer II zone at 400 Southbridge Street

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The WRTA Advisory Board will hold a meeting via conference call and webinar. The agenda consists of procedural items, including reports and public comment.

• Administrator’s Report
• Business from the public

Public Hearing Notices

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider four special permit requests. These requests involve home occupations, signage, and land imperviousness in aquifer zones.

• Special Permit for home occupation at 8 Mount View Ave
• Special Permit for a nonconforming sign at 54 Faith Ave
• Special Permit for greater than 15% lot imperviousness in aquifer II zone at 602 Southbridge Street
• Special Permit for greater than 15% lot imperviousness in aquifer II zone at 400 Southbridge Street

Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council

The Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council will meet to review the past month and plan for the month ahead. The council is scheduled to discuss ideas for a parent survey.

• Parent survey ideas

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a dealership's parking expansion at 735 Southbridge St. and a new septic system at 705 Oxford St. North. Additionally, the board will consider a notice of intent for a new commercial building and parking lot at 400 Southbridge St.

• Notice of Intent: Expand and reconfigure parking/driveway at 735 Southbridge St.
• Determination of Applicability: Install new septic leaching field at 705 Oxford St. North
• Notice of Intent: Raze commercial building and construct new building/parking lot at 400 Southbridge St.

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission is holding public hearings to review two property applications. The body will consider a septic system replacement and a commercial redevelopment project.

• Determination of Applicability for a new septic leaching field at 705 Oxford St. North
• Notice of Intent to raze a commercial building and construct a new commercial building and parking lot at 400 Southbridge St.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to make a decision regarding 73 Jerome Avenue. The agenda also lists an Act No. 40 (ANR) item for Auburn Hill Road.

• Decision: 73 Jerome Avenue
• ANR: Auburn Hill Road

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on the dates to open and close the warrant for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting. The meeting includes public hearings for licenses and an executive session regarding litigation strategy.

• Common Victualer License Application for Holiday Inn Express & Suites at 10-12 Johnson Street
• Flammable Storage License application by Republic Services at 13 Hardscrabble Road
• Public hearing with Atty. Jacob Love regarding Mobile Home Park Rent Control
• Vote to open the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant
• Update on Fire Headquarters and Opioid Settlement Funds

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will discuss early voting procedures for mail-in and in-person elections. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding additional election officers, Theresa Bradley and Walter Stewart.

• Discussion of early voting by mail and in person
• Consideration of additional election officers: Theresa Bradley and Walter Stewart
• Review of minutes from September 15, 2022

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will discuss procedures for early voting by mail and in person. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding additional election officers.

• Discussion of early voting by mail and in person
• Review of additional election officers: Theresa Bradley, Walter Stewart, and Olga Henry
• Approval of minutes from September 15, 2022

Housing Production Plan Committee

The committee will review and discuss the draft Housing Production Plan. Members will also discuss dates to present the plan to the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen.

• Review and discussion of draft Housing Production Plan
• Scheduling of presentations to Planning Board and Board of Selectmen

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and vote on fund transfer requests for several town departments. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes.

• Transfer requests for Department of Public Works Cemetery
• Transfer requests for Town Clerk
• Transfer requests for Fire/Rescue Dept.
• Transfer requests for Police Dept.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and vote on fund transfer requests. These requests concern the Town Clerk and the Department of Public Works Cemetery.

• Vote on transfer requests for Department of Public Works Cemetery
• Vote on transfer requests for Town Clerk

School Committee

The School Committee will review the 2024-2025 school calendar and a draft field trip policy. The body will also discuss Chapter 70 funding and the hiring of a Business Manager. A contract for a new resilient running track surface will be addressed.

• Contract for installation of a new Resilient Running Track Surface
• 2024-2025 School Year Calendar
• Chapter 70 Funding
• Business Manager Hiring Committee
• Draft Field Trip Policy

Naming Committee

The Naming Committee will meet to discuss names currently under consideration. The committee may vote on a recommendation to be sent to the Select Board.

• Discussion of names under consideration
• Potential vote on recommendation to the Select Board

Pakachoag Elementary School's School Council

The Pakachoag Elementary School Council is meeting to review the beginning of the year and discuss the month ahead. The council will also address the School Improvement Plan.

• School Improvement Plan discussion

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and vote on transfer requests for several town departments. The committee will also vote to recess and adjourn following the Town Meeting.

• Transfer requests for Pensions and Benefits
• Transfer requests for Fire/Rescue Department
• Transfer requests for Executive Office of Town Manager
• Transfer requests for Human Resources
• Transfer requests for General Services and Department of Public Works

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and vote on transfer requests for several town departments. The committee will also vote to recess to Town Meeting.

• Transfer requests for Pensions and Benefits
• Transfer requests for Fire/Rescue Department
• Transfer requests for Executive Office of Town Manager
• Transfer requests for Human Resources
• Transfer requests for General Services

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss departmental requests and town manager updates. The board will vote on scheduling a public meeting for a proposed development at 88 Wallace Avenue. Other items include a grant award and ARPA allocation amendments.

• Vote to schedule public meeting for 88 Wallace Avenue development project by Westwood Associates
• Request to amend ARPA allocation for fire overtime, training, and summer camp discounts
• Notice of $155,244.00 grant award from Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Green Communities Division
• Update on Governor's House 1 Budget
• Information on Sneakers Recycling Drive

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee and Economic Development Committee are meeting jointly to discuss zoning matters. The agenda includes a presentation by Regional Housing Coordinator Jasifa Chowdhury.

• Regional Mall District discussion
• Accessory Apartments discussion
• Presentation by Regional Housing Coordinator Jasifa Chowdhury

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee and Zoning Bylaw Review Committee are meeting jointly. The agenda includes discussions on the Regional Mall District and accessory apartments.

• Regional Housing Coordinator Jasifa Chowdhury
• Regional Mall District
• Accessory Apartments

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss sewer use abatement applications for 36 Rock Avenue. The board will also receive updates on the Sewer System Evaluation Study and several capital planning projects.

• Sewer use abatement applications for 36 Rock Avenue (FY2022 and FY2023)
• Pinrock Pump Station Bypass Forcemain project update
• Warren Road Pump Station Replacement project update
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations
• SCADA Upgrade update

Board of Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss sewer billing rate structures and review abatement applications for 36 Rock Avenue. The board will also receive updates on staffing and several capital infrastructure projects.

• Sewer Use Abatement Applications for 36 Rock Avenue
• Sewer Billing Rate Structure review
• Pinrock Pump Station Bypass Forcemain project update
• Warren Road Pump Station Replacement project update
• VFD Replacements at Holstrom and Sword Street Pump Stations

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding notices of intent for two properties. The commission will also review a roof filter summary and semi-annual stormwater outfall sampling results.

• Notice of Intent: Expand and reconfigure parking and driveway at 735 Southbridge St.
• Notice of Intent: House renovation and rear addition at 4 Winchester Ave.
• Review of roof filter summary for 15 Hardscrabble Road
• Review of semi-annual stormwater outfall sampling results

Board of Health

The Auburn Board of Health will conduct a public hearing regarding a specific property's habitability. The board will also receive updates on solid waste initiatives and communicable diseases.

• Hearing on Unfit for Human Habitation: 3 Washington Street, Unit #67
• Solid Waste Action Plan (SWAP) and reduction initiatives
• HHW program with NEDT and String Light Recycling Program
• Review of open communicable disease cases
• Annual renewal season office updates

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct continued public hearings regarding Blue Line Motors and National Grid petitions on Albert Street. The board may also vote on a fire station test fit and a new flag policy.

• Continued Public Hearing: Blue Line Motors, Motor Vehicle Class II License at 25 Southbridge Street
• Continued Public Hearing: National Grid pole location petition on Albert Street
• Continued Public Hearing: National Grid conduit installation petition on Albert Street
• Discussion and potential vote on Fire Station Test Fit
• Request to amend ARPA allocation for fire overtime

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit request. The board will also review minutes from the September 21, 2023 meeting.

• Special Permit request for an accessory apartment at 16 Silver St. (Map 09 Parcel 27)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The WRTA Advisory Board will hold a meeting via conference call and webinar. The agenda consists of procedural items including reports and public comment.

• Chairperson’s Comments
• Business from the public
• Administrator’s Report
• Advisory Board Members Comments

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a special permit request. The applicant is seeking to add an accessory apartment to a property.

• Special Permit request for an accessory apartment at 16 Silver St. (Map 09 Parcel 27)

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss updates to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The body may approve a transit list amendment and release a highway and transit list amendment for public review.

• Proposed Amendment #2 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Transit List
• Proposed Amendment #3 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway & Transit Lists
• Rutland: Intersection Improvements at Route 122 & Pleasantdale Rd
• West Brookfield: Resurfacing & Related Work on Route 9 (Phase III)
• Westborough: Roadway Improvements on Route 30 (East Main St)

School Committee

The Auburn School Committee will discuss the 2024-2025 school year calendar and approve school choice for the same period. The body will also review updates regarding the Auburn Fire Department building and the Director of Food Services.

• Approval of School Choice for 24-25 school year
• 2024-2025 School Year Calendar
• Satellite & Galaxy Rates for 24-25
• Draft Field Trip Policy
• Auburn Fire Department Building Update

Auburn Cultural Council

The Auburn Cultural Council will meet to continue its review of the FY24 Panel Book and receive financial updates. The body is also calling for new council members.

• Approval of December 18, 2023 minutes
• FY24 Panel Book Review
• Financial updates
• Call for new council members

Board of Health

The Auburn Board of Health will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a specific property's habitability. The board will also receive updates on solid waste initiatives and communicable diseases.

• Hearing on Unfit for Human Habitation: 3 Washington Street, Unit #67
• Solid Waste Action Plan (SWAP) update
• HHW program with NEDT
• String Light Recycling Program
• Review of open communicable disease cases

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and vote on recommendations for the January 30, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant. The committee will also review and vote on transfer requests for several town departments.

• January 30, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant review and vote
• Transfer requests for Public Services Department - Library
• Transfer requests for Police Department
• Transfer requests for Department of Development & Inspectional Services
• Transfer requests for Fire/Rescue, DPW, Town Hall, and Town Manager's office

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and vote on recommendations for the January 30, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant. The committee will also review and vote on transfer requests for several town departments.

• Review and vote on January 30, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant articles
• Transfer request review for Public Services Department - Library
• Transfer request review for Police Department
• Transfer request review for Town Hall

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three development proposals, including a dealership expansion, a whole house renovation with addition, and the demolition of an existing structure to build a new one.

• Public hearing for Crocker Design Group's Notice of Intent to expand parking facilities at 735 Southbridge St.
• Public hearing for Patrick Perkins' Notice of Intent for whole house renovation and addition construction at 4 Winchester Ave.
• Public hearing for CEMS LLC's Determination of Applicability to raze existing structure and build a new one at 602 Southbridge St.

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to review a Notice of Intent. The commission will consider a request regarding property at 4 Winchester Ave.

• Notice of Intent for whole house renovation and rear addition at 4 Winchester Ave (Map 49 Parcel 50) by Patrick Perkins of J.E.P. Contracting Inc.

Public Hearing Notices

The Auburn Conservation Commission will hold public hearings to review two applications regarding property modifications. The body will consider a residential renovation and a commercial construction project.

• Notice of Intent for whole house renovation and rear addition at 4 Winchester Ave (Patrick Perkins of J.E.P. Contracting Inc.)
• Determination of Applicability to raze a structure and build a 2,400 sq ft building with parking at 602 Southbridge St (CEMS LLC)

Municipal Scholarship Committee

The Municipal Scholarship Committee will meet to determine the 2023 scholarship recipient. The body will also discuss the history of the committee and review the scholarship account's financial status.

• Selection of 2023 scholarship recipient
• Financial update of the scholarship account
• Nomination of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023-2024
• Approval of April 26, 2023 minutes