{ "city": "Bedford", "state": "MA", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/bedfordma.gov/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-05", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-08-05", "body": "Historic District Commission", "headline": "HDC to review signage, shed, and non-approved work at 36 & 99 The Great Road", "summary": "The Historic District Commission will hold a public meeting to review two permit applications: signage at 99 The Great Road and a shed at 5 Springs Road. The commission will also discuss non-approved work at 36 North Road and 43 The Great Road, as well as Cultural District sign locations and the HDC Guidelines book. A new HDC clerk will be appointed, and the June 3 meeting minutes will be approved.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-2692", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "Hanscom Field Advisory Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08112026-2694", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "Board of Assessors", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08112026-2693", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-08-12", "body": "Ad Hoc Tricentennial Committee", "headline": "Tricentennial Committee discusses Bedford Day progress", "summary": "The Bedford Tricentennial Committee will meet to review prior minutes, discuss progress on Bedford Day, review the action item list, review event progress, and schedule the next meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08122026-2682", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-08-04", "body": "Council on Aging", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-2691", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-08-03", "body": "Volunteer Coordinating Committee", "headline": "Bedford’s volunteer committee meets to review recruitment and open positions", "summary": "The Volunteer Coordinating Committee will meet via Zoom to approve prior minutes, review new volunteer applications, and discuss open positions using a vacancy worksheet. Updates include the annual reappointment process and a recruitment plan with a new spotlight and website document revisions.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08032026-2690", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Capital Expenditure Committee Appointing Authority", "headline": "Committee to consider reappointing Mary Ellen Carter", "summary": "The Capital Expenditure Committee Appointing Authority will meet to consider the reappointment of Mary Ellen Carter. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine business.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-2681", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Board of Assessors", "headline": "Board to vote on motor vehicle tax commitment for 2026-04", "summary": "The Board of Assessors will hold a remote meeting to vote on the motor vehicle excise commitment for April 2026 and discuss a Town Meeting Article 21 application. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and an assessor update. The board will then adjourn to executive session for legal strategy discussions on pending ATB cases.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-2685", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Council on Aging", "headline": "Council on Aging discusses 'Preparation' theme and votes on June minutes", "summary": "This is a regular meeting of the Bedford Council on Aging Board. The board will vote on approval of minutes from the June 23rd meeting and receive updates from the director, including a staffing update. The meeting theme is 'Preparation', and board members will provide updates on awareness, advocacy, and transport action items.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-2686", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Public hearing on scenic road alterations at 102 Page Road", "summary": "The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a scenic road application for stone wall alterations at 102 Page Road, and will discuss several policy items including dark sky lighting, data center permitting, and a tree protection bylaw. A previously scheduled hearing for a subdivision at 145 Davis Road has been continued to August 11 without testimony.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-2689", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Board of Assessors", "headline": "Board to vote on motor vehicle tax commitment for April 2026", "summary": "The Board of Assessors will vote on approving the motor vehicle excise tax commitment for April 2026 and discuss a Town Meeting Article 21 application. The meeting also includes public comment, minutes approval, and an executive session on legal strategy for ATB cases.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-2683", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "body": "Select Board", "headline": "Select Board to appoint Town Counsel and set FY27 goals", "summary": "The Select Board will vote on appointing Town Counsel, reorganize liaison assignments, and review progress on FY26 goals while developing goals for FY27. Consent items include one-day liquor licenses and board/committee reappointments.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-2687", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "body": "Board of Health", "headline": "Board to vote on tobacco regulation changes and new food permit for LabCorp", "summary": "The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on revisions to the town's tobacco sales regulations and a new food establishment permit for Café Services at Werfen, 180 Hartwell Road. The agenda also includes staff reports, board goals discussion, and approval of prior meeting minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-2688", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "body": "Fire Station Building Committee", "headline": "Fire Station Building Committee reviews construction progress and change orders", "summary": "The committee will review active construction work, upcoming schedule, and proposed change orders for the fire station project. They will also discuss safety, inspections, commissioning, and project risks related to scope, schedule, and budget.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-2684", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Bedford Housing Authority", "headline": "Bedford Housing Authority to review Ashby Place lighting project and administrative services", "summary": "The Housing Authority will discuss and potentially act on the Ashby Place lighting project, including a change order and certificate of final completion, along with other ongoing projects and administrative services. The meeting also includes a public comment period for tenant concerns.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-2679", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals", "headline": "ZBA to hear 5 zoning appeals including front-yard variance and non-conforming lot permits", "summary": "The Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 23, 2026, to consider five petitions: a variance for an addition at 2 Benjamin Kidder Lane, and special permits for additions or new construction at 15 Hayden Lane, 42 Crescent Avenue, and 103 Page Road, plus a variance for a shed at 5 Springs Road. The board will also discuss updated standards for special permits and variances under state law and review two sets of meeting minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-2680", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "body": "Recreation Commission", "headline": "Recreation Commission to discuss summer programs and Bedford Day", "summary": "The Bedford Recreation Commission will meet to review minutes, discuss finance items including revolving funds, receive updates on summer programs and Kids Club, and plan for Bedford Day on September 19, 2026. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-2675", "minutes_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07222026-2675", "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "body": "Bicycle Advisory Committee", "headline": "Bicycle Advisory Committee to hear 10-year comprehensive plan presentation and Wilson Park intersection redesign updates", "summary": "The Bedford Bicycle Advisory Committee will meet on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 7:30 pm in the Lower-Level Conference Room. The agenda includes a presentation by Jim Katz on the 10-year comprehensive plan, updates and discussion on the Wilson Park intersection redesign, public comment, liaison reports, and approval of minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-2677", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "body": "Arbor Resources Committee", "headline": "BARC to vote on new tree regulations and policy for Town-owned trees", "summary": "The Bedford Arbor Resources Committee will vote on proposed edits to the Town's Tree Regulations and Tree Policy, which would apply fees and a permitting process to all private requests to remove Town-owned trees. The committee will also hear an update on Willson Park and a request from Bedford Mothers Out Front to support a micro forest project. A new chair will be elected.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-2678", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-21", "body": "Hanscom Field Advisory Commission", "headline": "Hanscom Field Advisory Commission to hear updates on solar sites, noise reports, and ICE operations", "summary": "The Hanscom Field Advisory Commission (HFAC) will meet remotely on July 21, 2026, to discuss several operational topics at the airport. Presentations are scheduled on solar energy sites, recent noise reports, capital projects, and a briefing on ICE operations at Hanscom Field. The commission will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes and hear community comments.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-2676", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Taxation Aid Committee", "headline": "Taxation Aid Committee to discuss donation process and 2026 application outreach", "summary": "The Taxation Aid Committee will meet remotely to review minutes, discuss committee structure and a vacancy, and receive updates on the donation process including fund status and outreach efforts. They will also discuss the application process and outreach for 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-2673", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board subcommittee debriefs on draft Comprehensive Plan strategies", "summary": "The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee, a subcommittee of the Bedford Planning Board, will meet to debrief from a recent Planning Board presentation on draft strategies, continue outreach to other boards, and review a slide deck on the plan. They will also discuss the Future Land Use Map. The meeting is a working session with no final votes or public hearings scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-2671", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Arbor Resources Committee", "headline": "Bedford committee to vote on updated tree regulations and policy", "summary": "The Bedford Arbor Resources Committee will review and vote on proposed edits to the Town Tree Regulations and Tree Policy, including fee structures and jurisdiction clarifications. The meeting will also receive updates on public tree projects, Willson Park, and a micro forest proposal from Bedford Mothers Out Front.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-2674", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Cultural Council", "headline": "Bedford Cultural Council to review community survey, set FY27 priorities", "summary": "The Bedford Cultural Council will meet to review and accept minutes from its June 17 meeting and hear the Treasurer's Report. The council will discuss results from a Community Input Survey and use them to update its priorities and local guidelines for FY27. Other business includes the upcoming grant cycle, Bedford Day, and recruiting a social media volunteer. Elections for co-chairs, clerk, and co-treasurers will also be held.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-2667", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Bedford Planning Board meets virtually July 14 to discuss hotel, lighting, and energy rules", "summary": "The Bedford Planning Board will hold a remote meeting on July 14, 2026, starting at 7:00 pm via Zoom. The session includes a public hearing on a subdivision plan at 145 Davis Road, a preliminary discussion about the future of the Bedford Plaza Hotel at 340 Great Road, and updates on dark sky lighting, small clean energy facility permitting, data center permitting, and accessory dwelling unit ownership rules.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-2670", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Library Trustees", "headline": "Library trustees to discuss public Mac computers, meeting room policy", "summary": "The Bedford Free Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss several operational items, including the use of Mac computers for the public, a new meeting room policy outline, and printing donations. The meeting includes public comment and reports from the secretary and director.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-2665", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Historic Preservation Commission", "headline": "Historic Preservation Commission to review Demo Delay applications and mini-forest proposal", "summary": "The Bedford Historic Preservation Commission will meet to decide on Demo Delay applications for properties including 277 The Great Road and 229 Old Billerica Road, review a mini-forest proposal for the Job Lane property, and discuss historic preservation restrictions and tax deferrals for renovated historic properties.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-2669", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Historic Preservation Commission", "headline": "HPC to consider historic preservation restriction for Job Lane property", "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss a historic preservation restriction for the Job Lane property and a mini-forest proposal for the same site. The board will also consider a Demo Delay application for 277 The Great Road, elect officers for the new fiscal year, and discuss Article 56, a tax deferral for renovated historic properties.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-2668", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Trails Committee", "headline": "Trails Committee to review Huckins Farm improvements, bridge replacements", "summary": "The Trails Committee will discuss membership changes, approve past meeting minutes, and review several trail projects including Huckins Farm improvements, signage status, and work at Hartwell Town Forest. Proposed work includes bridge replacements at Springs Brook and Town Campus, boardwalk repairs, and trail grooming.", "agenda_url": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-2672", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.bedfordma.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }