Beverly public meetings in 2022

Veterans Advisory Committee

The committee approved the November 17th meeting minutes and decided to hold nominations and elections for President in January. Other officer elections will follow once new members are appointed. The council also noted the swearing-in of three members.

• Approved November 17th meeting minutes
• Decided to hold President nominations and elections in January
• Decided to hold remaining officer elections after new member appointments
• Confirmed swearing-in of Paul Lantz, Chuck Clark, and Bob Laws

Health, Board of

The Board of Health permanently revoked the tobacco sales permit for Cabot Smoke Shop following repeated violations and the sale of flavored nicotine products to youth. The Board also addressed a tenant complaint regarding property access at 47 Cabot Street.

• Permanently revoked tobacco and sales permit for JayJenny Corporation d/b/a Cabot Smoke Shop
• Approved minutes of the November 9, 2022 meeting
• Determined that the Director of Public Health will send a letter to a tenant at 47 Cabot Street requiring reasonable access for landlord repairs

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued a Negative 3 determination for a pool at 15 Butterworth Road and an amended order of conditions for culvert cleaning at 2 Balch. Several certificates of compliance were issued for completed residential projects, and one enforcement order was lifted.

• Approved amended order of conditions for 2 Balch culvert cleaning (5-0)
• Issued Negative 3 determination for pool at 15 Butterworth Road (5-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 43 Haven Way, excluding pool/shed (5-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 15 Paine Avenue (5-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 16 Fosters Point (5-0)
• Extended enforcement order for 62 South Terrace to April 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Ratified amended enforcement order for 25 Linden Avenue (5-0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 973 Hale Street (5-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee held a workshop for FY2023 CPA funding applicants and decided to continue using the existing matrix system for reviewing applications. The committee also requested an opinion from the Historic District Commission regarding the Gruppe mural project.

• Consensus reached to use the existing matrix system for FY2023 application reviews
• Requested Historic District Commission opinion on separating the Gruppe mural into panels
• Postponed approval of September 30, October 6, and October 20 minutes
• Approved motion to recess meeting for holiday get-together (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission approved the drafting of renewed letters of support for properties at 3 Essex Street and 7 Sohier Road. The commission also accepted amended minutes from five previous meetings. Discussions were held regarding the Cabot/Rantoul Survey and the Neighborhood Conservation District.

• Approved drafting renewed letter of support for 3 Essex Street (4-0)
• Approved drafting renewed letter of support for 7 Sohier Road (4-0)
• Accepted amended May 26, 2022 minutes (3-0-1)
• Accepted amended June 23, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted amended July 13, 2022 Special Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted amended July 28, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted amended October 7, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission

The Commission approved the purchase of a heated holding proofing cabinet and the removal of a broken warmer. Members reviewed the status of the Clubhouse Renovation Project and received financial updates for 2022 and 2023.

• Approved minutes of November 8, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of heated holding proofing cabinet for $3,700 plus $200 for removal of old unit (6-0)

Planning Board

The Board approved the site plan and inclusionary housing for Southwest Rantoul Gateway, LLC, including a $15,000 donation for a potential transit program. The Board also approved two preliminary subdivision plans and granted a shortened construction extension for 7 Porter Terrace LLC. A request for more time to provide zoning ordinance recommendations to the City Council was initiated.

• Approved Site Plan Review #156-22 and Inclusionary Housing #21-22 for Southwest Rantoul Gateway, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 218-224 Cabot Street (8-0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 45, 47, 53 Cabot Street and 5 Union Street (7-1)
• Granted construction completion extension to March 15, 2023 for 7 Porter Terrace LLC (7-0)
• Endorsed SANR plan for 451 Essex Street & 114 Standley Street (7-0)
• Adopted 2023 meeting schedule of 14 meetings (7-0)
• Voted to request more time from City Council for zoning ordinance recommendations (8-0)
• Approved August 16 and September 13, 2022 minutes as amended (8-0)

Financial Forecasting Committee

The committee approved the Final Draft Report following page-by-page edits to the executive summary, revenues, and expenditures. Members also discussed the city's transition to a digital budgeting book via a contract with ClearGov.

• Approved December 6, 2022 minutes with edits (7-0)
• Approved Final Draft Report with edits (7-0)

Airport Commission

The Commission unanimously approved the November 14, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed the development of a noise abatement and good neighbor policy, with a goal of presenting a draft to the public in February. The Commission also received updates on the FAA master plan and the airport manager recruitment process.

• Approved November 14, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Commission voted to recommend that the Planning Board approve the site plan for 2628, 8R Cabot Street and 4-6, 8 Rantoul Street. Approval is subject to conditions regarding bike storage, a shuttle program donation, and a construction management plan. The board also accepted minutes from five previous meetings.

• Recommended Planning Board approval of Southwest Rantoul Gateway site plan with conditions (6-0)
• Required construction management plan to be submitted before building permit issuance
• Conditioned approval on a donation to the city for a shuttle program prior to certificate of occupancy
• Conditioned approval on staggered bike parking and on-floor storage units
• Approved minutes from July 19, Aug 2, Sept 13, Oct 4, and Nov 15, 2022 (6-0)

Open Space & Recreation Committee

The committee coordinated on the Sally Milligan Bridge design and the Norwood Pond connector bridge. Members discussed establishing a formal encroachment policy with the city solicitor's office and reviewed updates for the Open Space Plan.

• Approved 'City of Beverly: Open Space Project' verbiage for bridge signage
• Determined Sally Milligan bridge design will use an elevated boardwalk
• Agreed to seek volunteers via Ward 5 councilor for Norwood Pond bridge construction
• Confirmed registered letter was sent to 43 Wood Lane regarding encroachment
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Financial Forecasting Committee

The committee accepted all presented revenue and expenditure projections for the city and school budget. The school budget forecasts include an average annual increase of 3.45% through FY27. City revenue projections include a 2.5% annual trajectory for the tax levy.

• Approved November 29, 2022 minutes with edits (6-0-1)
• Approved all projected revenue and expenditure numbers as presented (8-0)

Aging, Council on

The board accepted the Director's Report, which detailed building maintenance, budget updates, and upcoming holiday programming. The board held an executive session regarding personnel updates. No new business was discussed.

• Accepted Secretary Report
• Accepted Director's Report
• Approved Executive Session for personnel updates

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2022, meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports on 2022 accomplishments, current project pipelines, and upcoming 2023 goals.

• Approved 11/3/22 meeting minutes (8-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public meeting to review a sign application for The Cookie Monstah at 43 Dodge Street. The board will also vote on draft meeting minutes from July, August, and October 2022, elect new officers, and set the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Sign review for The Cookie Monstah at 43 Dodge St, Beverly
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from July, August, and October 2022
• Election of new officers for the board
• Adoption of 2023 meeting schedule

The board approved a wall sign for The Cookie Monstah at 43 Dodge Street. Members also approved amended minutes from three previous meetings and shifted the 2023 meeting start time to 6:30 p.m.

• Approved wall sign for The Cookie Monstah at 43 Dodge Street (4-0)
• Approved amended minutes from July 7, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved amended minutes from August 4, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved amended minutes from October 6, 2022 (4-0)
• Changed 2023 meeting start time to 6:30 p.m.
• Deferred election of officers to the next meeting

Harbor Management Authority

The board appointed Danielle Spang as Vice Chair and approved a motion to develop a proposal for installing safety ladders on recreational, commercial, and transient floats. Members also discussed potential policy changes to prioritize commercial fishing boats for marina slips.

• Approved amended October 19, 2022 minutes (9-0)
• Appointed Danielle Spang as Vice Chair (10-0)
• Approved motion for Harbormaster to develop cost proposal for float safety ladders (10-0)

Financial Forecasting Committee

The committee reviewed expenditure and revenue forecasts for fiscal years 2023 through 2027. Members discussed debt management, insurance for coastal municipalities, and the cost of the new police department. The committee approved the December 21, 2021, meeting minutes with edits.

• Approved December 21, 2021 minutes with edits (3-0-3)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved orders of conditions for projects at 4 Arbella Drive and 25 Linden Avenue. It also granted a one-year extension for a National Grid project and issued a partial certificate of compliance for an industrial building.

• Granted one-year extension for National Grid dredging project at 44 River Street (4-0)
• Issued order of conditions for additions and driveway at 4 Arbella Drive (5-0)
• Issued order of conditions for retaining wall and landscaping at 25 Linden Avenue (4-0)
• Tabled certificate of compliance for 25 Linden Avenue until December 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Issued partial certificate of compliance for industrial building at 95 Sam Fonzo (5-0)
• Approved amended restoration plan and schedule for 16 Branch Lane (5-0)
• Approved $100 annual membership for Essex County Greenbelt Association (5-0)
• Tabled funding for a part-time Field Agent position pending more information

Library Trustees, Board of

The Board of Library Trustees approved the Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2024, which includes goals for facility maintenance and programming. The board also accepted the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2024 Action Plan (8-0)
• Accepted October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Veterans Advisory Committee

The council approved the November 1 minutes and the financial report. Members decided to send a letter to a Boy Scout leader regarding the unauthorized removal of flags at Central Cemetery and will send thank-you letters to other volunteers. The council also discussed plans for the holiday parade and Gold Star Family street sign dedications.

• Approved November 1 minutes
• Approved financial report including $300 check from the Elks
• Approved motion to write a letter to a Boy Scout leader regarding Central Cemetery flag removal
• Approved sending thank-you letters to Central Cemetery volunteers
• Tabled Warrior Weekend/Memorial Day 2023 discussion
• Tabled resignation of Jerry Guilebbe
• Denied motion to waive December 2022 meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee reviewed several pre-applications for the FY2023 funding round. Eight projects were deemed eligible to submit full applications for funding under historic resources or recreational land categories. The committee also heard a presentation regarding potential renovations for the Beverly Golf and Tennis Club.

• Deemed Beverly Farms Cemetery fence project eligible (8-0)
• Deemed Birch Plains Pickle Ball Courts project eligible (7-0-1)
• Deemed Ferry Way Landing Park project eligible (7-0-1)
• Deemed Gillis Park Playground project eligible (7-0-1)
• Deemed Lindsey Park Community Garden project eligible (7-0-1)
• Deemed Lynch Park Carriage House repairs eligible (5-3)
• Deemed St. John’s Church Roof Project eligible pending anti-aid amendment review (7-1)
• Deemed Larcom Theatre Marquee Restoration eligible (8-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission approved window and door renovations at 42 Water Street and designated St. John’s Episcopal Church as historically significant. The commission reviewed construction updates for Gillis Park but took no action on the project. Meeting minutes from May, June, and July 2022 were tabled.

• Granted Certificate of Appropriateness for 42 Water Street (6-0)
• Determined St. John’s Episcopal Church at 705 Hale Street is historically significant (6-0)
• Set 2023 meeting schedule for the fourth Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm
• Tabled approval of May 26, June 23, and July 13, 2022 minutes

Clean Energy Advisory Committee

The committee voted to appoint Jordan Stutt as the next chair. Members discussed updating the committee's 2009 mandate and reviewed progress on small business outreach and the Beverly Community Electric program timeline.

• Endorsed Jordan Stutt as next chair (5-0)

Planning Board

The Board approved site plans and inclusionary housing permits for projects at 218-224 Cabot Street and 119 Rantoul Street. It also endorsed two subdivision plans and a minor modification for a site plan on Hickory Hill Way. A hearing for the Southwest Rantoul Gateway project was continued to December.

• Approved Site Plan Review #154-22 and Inclusionary Housing #20-22 for 218-224 Cabot Street (7-0-1)
• Approved Site Plan Review #158-22 and Inclusionary Housing #22-22 for 119 Rantoul Street (7-0)
• Endorsed SANR for 121 Livingstone Avenue (8-0)
• Approved SANR for 26, 28, 28R Cabot Street and 4-6, 8, 10 Rantoul Street (8-0)
• Approved minor modification for Hickory Hill Way OSRD Site Plan – Lot 5 (7-0)
• Tabled Site Plan Review #156-22 (Southwest Rantoul Gateway) to December 13, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved July 19, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Commission recommended the Planning Board approve the site plan for 218-224 Cabot Street and 18 Federal Street with specific conditions. Discussions continued regarding the Southwest Rantoul Gateway project, and one site plan review was tabled.

• Recommended approval of 218-224 Cabot Street and 18 Federal Street project (6-0)
• Required 218-224 Cabot Street project to upgrade or construct compliant handicap ramps
• Mandated that 218-224 Cabot Street tenants be ineligible for residential parking permits
• Required a construction management plan for 218-224 Cabot Street with no lane closures on Cabot Street
• Tabled site plan review for 119 Rantoul Street until December 12, 2022 (6-0)

Airport Commission

The Commission unanimously approved the final draft of the airport rules and regulations for submission to the State Commission. Commissioner Paul Brean resigned from the Commission during the meeting. The body also discussed noise abatement policies and the transition to unleaded jet fuel.

• Approved final draft of airport rules and regulations (5-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Commissioner Paul Brean resigned effective immediately

Registrars of Voters, Board of

The Board of Registrars met to hand count ballots postmarked November 8 and received by November 12. Three teams of tally clerks performed the count. The meeting lasted from 9:00 A.M. to 9:25 A.M.

• Hand counted ballots received by November 12 deadline

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued orders of conditions for home additions and decks at 12 Conway Street and 5 Preston Place. It granted certificates of compliance for properties on Hale Street and Standley Street and lifted enforcement orders for Netherton Avenue and Meadow Road. Several minor project permits for fencing and landscaping were also approved.

• Issued order of conditions for 12 Conway Street addition and deck (5-0)
• Issued order of resource area for 5 Preston Place (5-0)
• Issued complete certificate of compliance for 270 Hale Street (5-0)
• Issued complete certificate of compliance for 114 Standley Street (5-0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 5/7/9 Netherton Avenue (5-0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 18 Meadow Road (5-0)
• Approved tree removal at 12 Sylvester Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minor project permits for 13 Cherry Road, 102 Hull Street, and 13 Walden Street (5-0)

Health, Board of

The Board reviewed multiple violations by Cabot Smoke Shop and agreed to send a notice of intent for a hearing to determine penalties, which may include license suspension or revocation. The Board also addressed a trash violation at 267 Rantoul Street and received COVID-19 and flu clinic updates.

• Approved minutes of the October 19, 2022 meeting
• Decided to pursue non-criminal follow-up and a 30-day re-inspection for trash violations at 267 Rantoul Street
• Agreed to mail a revised notice of intent for a hearing regarding Cabot Smoke Shop violations

Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission

The Commission reviewed a presentation on the clubhouse project, noting that design documents and cost estimates are complete. The project manager intends to return $15,000 of the $500,000 budget to the city. Next steps include a decision on the project and funding for construction documents.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beverly Veterans Council accepted the monthly financial report and approved sending a letter to a Boy Scout leader regarding flag removal at Central Cemetery. The council also coordinated logistics for the holiday parade and discussed upcoming Gold Star Family sign dedications.

• Approved November 1 minutes
• Accepted financial report including $300 check from the Elks
• Approved motion to write a letter to a Boy Scout leader regarding Central Cemetery flag removal
• Tabled Warrior Weekend/Memorial Day 2023 discussion
• Tabled resignation of Jerry Guilebbe
• Denied motion to waive December 2022 meeting (motion not seconded)

Beverly Waste Reduction Committee

The committee coordinated final logistics for the upcoming Pumpkin Smash event, including waste sorting and educational materials. Members also received city updates regarding a draft private hauler policy and the state mattress ban.

• Approved $100 Black Earth gift card for survey winner (6-0)
• Approved $50 Black Earth gift card for second survey winner (6-0)
• Tabled approval of October 6, 2022 minutes until December meeting

Design Review Board

The Beverly Design Review Board will meet on November 3, 2022, to review three sign applications and two site plans. The sign applications are for Oxford Global Resources at 181 Elliott Street, Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing at 97 River Street, and Bonefish Harry's at 214 Cabot Street. The site plans are for 26, 28 & 28R Cabot St. and 4-6, 8 & 10 Rantoul St., and for 119 Rantoul Street. No draft meeting minutes are available for approval.

• Sign application for Oxford Global Resources at 181 Elliott Street / 900 Cummings Center
• Sign application for Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing at 97 River Street
• Sign application for Bonefish Harry's at 214 Cabot Street
• Site plan review for 26, 28 & 28R Cabot St.; 4-6, 8 & 10 Rantoul St.
• Site plan review for 119 Rantoul Street

Open Space & Recreation Committee

The committee reviewed updates on the Sally Milligan Bridge RDA and various Eagle Scout trail projects. Members discussed parking concerns and encroachment issues at 43 Wood Lane. The 2023 meeting schedule was confirmed to remain the same.

• Confirmed 2023 meeting schedule will remain first Wednesdays of the month, 7-9 pm
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Council approved the August and September meeting minutes. Members coordinated schedules for Veterans Day ceremonies and cemetery flag removals, and proposed adding a veterans truck to the holiday parade.

• Approved amended August minutes
• Approved September minutes
• Scheduled cemetery flag removal for November 12
• Scheduled Veterans Day ceremonies for November 11
• Tabled letter regarding homeless veterans representative
• Proposed adding a veterans truck to the holiday parade

Aging, Council on

The Board accepted the Director's Report and approved sending a letter to the Mayor concerning the Senior Center parking lot. Members reviewed the year-to-date budget and finalized plans for the 30th Anniversary event.

• Approved sending letter to Mayor about Senior Center Parking Lot
• Accepted Director's Report

Historic District Commission

The Commission voted to preserve a building at 28 Bow Street and designated the Larcom Theatre as historically significant. A Certificate of Appropriateness for a fence at 45 Bartlett Street was approved. Members also discussed the Lynch Park national nomination and cemetery preservation.

• Determined 28 Bow Street is historically significant (6-0)
• Determined 28 Bow Street is preferably preserved (6-0)
• Determined Larcom Theatre is historically significant (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for fence at 45 Bartlett Street (5-0-1)

Planning Board

The Planning Board continued public hearings for two multi-family residential mixed-use developments on Rantoul Street to November 15, 2022. The board also scheduled a public hearing for a subdivision plan on Dolloff Avenue.

• Continued Site Plan Review #156-22 (26, 28, 28R Cabot St; 4-6, 8 Rantoul St) to Nov 15, 2022 (7-0)
• Continued Site Plan Review #158-22 (119 Rantoul St) to Nov 15, 2022 (7-0)
• Set public hearing for waiver of frontage and definitive subdivision plan at 8 and 10 Dolloff Avenue for Dec 13, 2022 (7-0)
• Tabled discussion on FY2023 fee in lieu of affordable housing units

Library Trustees, Board of

The Board approved the Public Presentation Policy and the Collection Development Policy. Trustees also accepted the minutes from the September 27, 2022, meeting.

• Approved Public Presentation Policy
• Approved Collection Development Policy as amended
• Accepted September 27, 2022 meeting minutes

Human Rights Committee

The Beverly Human Rights Committee will hold a learning conversation with Rabbi Alison Adler regarding recent anti-Semitic events on the North Shore. The body will also receive updates on Pride Month recognition and discuss Indigenous People’s Day.

• Learning conversation on anti-Semitic events with Rabbi Alison Adler
• Pride Month recognition updates from Gabrielle Montevecchi
• Discussion of Indigenous People’s Day
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month Silent Witness Project events (10/7, 13, 20)
• City of Beverly proclamation against anti-Semitism (11/14)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review sign designs for Zodiac Tea Room and Asurion. The board will also consider a site plan for 119 Rantoul Street.

• Sign application: Zodiac Tea Room at 5 Washington Street
• Sign design: Asurion at 150 Brimbal Ave, Brockton MA
• Site plan: 119 Rantoul Street by Wilso Ventures LLC & Tiny Ventures LLC

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority is meeting to discuss active projects, including grant statuses for a float expansion and commercial hoist. The agenda also includes discussions on pier plank replacement, commercial float fee restructuring, and the Falco Project.

• Float Expansion Feasibility Grant discussion
• Commercial Hoist Construction Grant discussion
• Pump Boat grant status and match proposal
• Public Pier Planks Replacement discussion
• Commercial Float fee restructuring

Human Rights Committee

The Beverly Human Rights Committee is meeting to discuss roles and open seats. The body will coordinate promotion for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Historic Beverly Fall Fest.

• Silent Witness Project events and promotion
• Historic Beverly Fall Fest vendor sign-up and promotion
• Discussion of open committee seats

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review signage and site plan applications for several businesses and properties. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June, July, and August 2022.

• Sign review for the SHOP a Boutique Salon at 30 West Street
• Sign review for Dunkin’
• Sign review for Auto-Dyne at 8 Railroad Avenue
• Sign review for The Falconer Pub at 280 and 282 Cabot Street
• Site plan reviews for 26, 28 & 28R Cabot St., 4-6, 8 & 10 Rantoul St., and 350-354 Rantoul Street

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority is meeting to discuss active projects, facility maintenance, and various initiatives. Discussions include grant feasibility studies, public access improvements at Bass River, and commercial float fee restructuring.

• National Grid update regarding submarine cable removal
• Float expansion feasibility grant discussion
• Commercial hoist construction grant discussion
• Commercial float fee restructuring
• Bass River public access improvements and CAD Cell Grant/Feasibility Study

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority will review financial reports, harbormaster updates, and various active projects. Discussions include grant opportunities for commercial hoists and Bass River access, as well as facility maintenance and customer service.

• Commercial Hoist Construction Grant discussion
• Float Expansion Feasibility Grant discussion
• Bass River public access improvements and CAD Cell Grant/Feasibility Study
• Chapter 91 Licenses review
• Public Pier Planks Replacement update

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several sign applications for local businesses and a site plan for properties on Cabot Street and Federal Street. The board will also elect a Vice Chair and review draft meeting minutes.

• Sign: Garden City Pub at 114 North Street
• Sign: Martins Dental Partners at 130 Cabot Street
• Signs: M&T Bank at 240 Cabot Street, 181 Elliott Street, and 63 Dodge Street
• Sign: Asurion at 150 Brimbal Avenue
• Site Plan: 218-224 Cabot Street & 18 Federal Street

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority will review financial reports and updates on active harbor projects. The meeting includes discussions on various proposed initiatives ranging from infrastructure repairs to environmental grants.

• Commercial Hoist Construction Grant update
• Float Expansion Feasibility Grant discussion
• Bass River public access improvements and CAD Cell Grant/Feasibility Study
• Public Pier Planks Replacement status
• Coastal Pollutant Remediation Grant potential

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider four sign applications for local businesses. The board will also approve draft meeting minutes from March and May 2022 and elect a Vice Chair.

• Sign application: Garden City Pub (114 North Street)
• Sign application: Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care (893 Main Street)
• Sign application: Jacks Barber Shack (45 Wallis Street)
• Sign application: Pathways for Children (45 Wallis Street)
• Election of Vice Chair

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority is meeting to approve the proposed FY2023 Budget for submission to the city council and mayor. The body will also discuss updates on various harbor projects and facility operations.

• Approval of proposed FY2023 Budget
• Discussion of Public Pier Planks Replacement
• Review of Commercial Hoist Construction Grant
• Review of Float Expansion Feasibility Grant
• Discussion of Bass River CAD Cell Grant/Feasibility Study

Human Rights Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss planning and financing for Pride Month. Members will also review upcoming events regarding Older Americans Month, Juneteenth, and a conversation on anti-Semitism.

• Pride Month planning and finance update
• Older Americans Month event planning
• Anti-Semitism Community Conversation planning
• Juneteenth event planning

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to consider a sign application for the European Wax Center at 181 Elliot Street / 100 Cummings Center. The board also intends to approve draft meeting minutes from February, March, and April 2022 and elect a Vice Chair.

• Sign application: European Wax Center at 181 Elliot Street / 100 Cummings Center
• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 3, March 3, and April 7, 2022

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority will review year-to-date financials and the proposed FY2023 budget. The body will also discuss updates on various harbor projects, including signage, pier repairs, and grant applications.

• Review of proposed FY2023 Budget
• Public Pier Planks Replacement
• Bass River CAD Cell Grant/Feasibility Study
• Commercial Hoist Construction Grant
• Float Expansion Feasibility Grant

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review sign applications for several businesses and a site plan modification. The board will also elect a Vice Chair and approve meeting minutes from January, February, and March 2022.

• Sign: Andalin Thai Kitchen and Bar at Beverly Farms (2 Enon Street)
• Sign: Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care (24 West Street)
• Sign: 152 Conant Street
• Site Plan Modification: 108 Bridge Street
• Election of Vice Chair

Human Rights Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss various community networks, awareness months, and upcoming local events. The agenda includes items related to the LGBTQ network, antisemitism, and indigenous perspectives.

• NS LGBTQ Network presentation by Lane Billings
• Older Americans Month discussion with Paul Lanzikos
• Antisemitism discussion with Rabbi Adler
• Historic Beverly’s Opening Day Festival on June 4, 2022
• Listening to and Respecting Indigenous Perspectives event on April 21

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider several sign applications for local businesses and a site plan modification for 108 Bridge Street. The board will also approve draft meeting minutes from January, February, and March 2022 and elect a Vice Chair.

• Sign application: Citizens at 27 Old Meetinghouse Road
• Sign application: Andalin Thai Kitchen and Bar at Beverly Farms, 33 Flagship Drive
• Sign application: Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care, 152 Conant Street
• Sign application: DD, 41 Enon Street
• Site Plan Modification: 108 Bridge Street

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority is meeting to review and potentially approve annual rates for the commercial marina and winter rates for the recreational marina. The body will also discuss updates on various harbor projects, including signage and grant-funded studies.

• Review and determination of commercial marina annual rates starting July 1
• Review and determination of recreational marina winter rates starting the third Saturday of October
• Discussion on Bass River CAD Cell Grant/Feasibility Study
• Review of Commercial Hoist Construction Grant and Float Expansion Feasibility Grant
• Discussion on public access across Birarelli property

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review several sign applications and a site plan. The agenda includes requests for signs at various locations and a site plan for Sam Fonzo Drive.

• Sign: Sully’s & Bridge Nine, 282 Ranthel Street
• Sign: Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street
• Sign: DeCarney Roofing, 385 Cabot Street
• Sign: Kaffmandu Coffee House, 280B Cabot Street
• Site Plan: 105 Sam Fonzo Drive

Human Rights Committee

The committee will meet remotely to conduct a roll call and hear from Rabbi Adler regarding antisemitism. The agenda also includes a land acknowledgement and space for current events.

• Discussion on Antisemitism featuring Rabbi Adler

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to review several sign applications for local businesses and one site plan. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from January and February 2022.

• Sign review for Sully’s & Bridge Nine at 282 Rantoul Street
• Sign review for Off Cabot Comedy & Events at 9 Wallis Street
• Sign review for DeCarney Roofing at 385 Cabot Street
• Sign review for Kaffmandu Coffee House at 280B Cabot Street
• Site plan review for 105 Sam Fonzo Drive

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority will discuss active projects and updates including signage, the Falco Project, and transient moorings. The body is scheduled to review and determine proposed annual rates for the commercial marina.

• Review and determine commercial marina annual rate starting July 1
• Bass River - CAD Cell SEC Grant discussion
• Commercial Hoist Construction Grant discussion
• Float Expansion Feasibility Grant discussion
• Review Open Space and Recreation Plan

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to consider several sign applications for local businesses. The agenda includes reviews for signs at 407-409 Cabot Street, 244 Elliott Street, and 181 Elliott Street.

• Sign application: Tuscan Hills Pizzeria (407-409 Cabot Street)
• Sign application: Nail Creations Lounge and Spa (244 Elliott Street)
• Sign application: Active Healing (181 Elliott Street)
• Approval of January 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Harbor Management Authority

The Harbor Management Authority is meeting to review and potentially approve annual rates for the commercial marina starting July 1. The body will also discuss various harbor projects, grants, and facility updates.

• Review and determination of commercial marina annual rates
• Discussion of Bass River CAD Cell SEC Grant Commercial
• Review of Commercial Hoist Construction Grant
• Review of Float Expansion Feasibility Grant
• Discussion of Birarelli public access across property

Human Rights Committee

The committee is meeting remotely to discuss current events and plans for MLK Day 2022. The agenda also includes welcomes for State Representative Jerry Parisella and Senator Joan Lovely.

• Discussion of MLK Day 2022