Biddeford public meetings in 2021

School Committee

The committee will review information regarding elementary school class size options and receive a COVID-19 update. The agenda also includes reports from several committees and the appointment of a new custodian.

• Appointment of Harry Libby as custodian
• Elementary class size option information
• COVID-19 nursing update

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will consider several items including beach permit fee increases and the creation of an Affordable Housing Committee. The agenda also includes discussions on South Street Village development and the approval of a concept plan for 3 Lincoln Street. Additionally, the council will review authorizations for purchasing new city vehicles.

• Increase in Beach Permit Fees
• Creation of an Affordable Housing Committee
• Purchase of a backhoe-loader, 4x4 pickup truck, and 10-wheel plow truck
• Approval of 3 Lincoln Street Phase 1 Concept Plan
• Authorization for the Opioids Maine Settlement

Airport Commission

The commission will review the October 28, 2021 meeting minutes and receive an update regarding Gale Associates. The agenda also includes a request for quotes for snow removal equipment.

• Request for quotes for Snow Removal Equipment (SRE)
• Gale Associates update
• Acceptance of October 28, 2021 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission will finalize comments regarding the Comprehensive Plan and receive an update on translating inventory to GIS Maps. The agenda also includes a discussion of the 2022 slate and approval of November 18, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Finalizing Comprehensive Plan comments
• Update on translating inventory to GIS Maps
• Discussion of 2022 slate
• Approval of November 18, 2021, meeting minutes

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will review updates regarding the CDBG 2-4 Unit Rehab Program and the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The committee also plans to vote on officer and member appointments and establish future meeting schedules.

• CDBG 2-4 Unit Rehab Program update
• ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan update
• Vote: Officer and Member Appointments
• Vote: Meeting Day & Time
• Comprehensive Plan/Ward Meetings discussion

Recreation Commission

The Biddeford Recreation Commission meeting includes the approval of minutes and an update regarding the dog park. The agenda also covers introductions and general discussion.

• Dog Park Update

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The commission will also receive updates on several downtown projects, including the Riverwalk and Wayfinding RFP. Additionally, members will discuss ADA access from Main Street to the Lincoln Mill.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Wayfinding RFP update
• Pearl Point Park Survey discussion
• ADA access from Main Street to the Lincoln Mill
• Riverwalk project update

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will review subcommittee reports regarding the 2022 budget and strategic planning. The meeting includes updates on the Comp Plan Climate Module and the "Climate Art Project" grant. Members will also discuss building codes for solar arrays and a proposal from SMPDC.

• Subcommittee reports on 2022 Budget/Strategic Planning and Community Outreach
• Updates on the Comp Plan Climate Module and "Climate Art Project" grant
• Discussion of BCTF recommendation regarding building codes and solar arrays
• Review of SMPDC/ICLEI proposal to support CAP

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review applications for exterior modifications at 25 Alfred Street and 66 South Street. The commission will also discuss and vote on its Rules of Procedure.

• Exterior alterations at 25 Alfred Street (International Order of Odd Fellows)
• Exterior modifications at 66 South Street by the Biddeford Housing Authority
• Discussion and vote on Rules of Procedure
• Approval of November 10, 2021 meeting minutes

School Committee

The committee will recognize new members and school nurses, and consider staff appointments, transfers, and resignations. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19, the FY 23 budget timeline, and 8th-grade survey results.

• Recognition of new School Committee members and MSBA awards for school nurses
• Personnel appointments, transfers, and resignations at BHS and BMS
• COVID-19 update
• FY 23 budget timeline discussion
• Review of student 8th grade survey results

Planning Board

The Board will review a wildlife study presentation for the West Brook Subdivision Winding Creek Lane extension. Members will also consider a setback determination for 25 Mile Stretch Road. A discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan Vision Planning Session is also scheduled.

• Wildlife study presentation for West Brook Subdivision (Winding Creek Lane extension)
• Setback determination for 25 Mile Stretch Road
• Comprehensive Plan Vision Planning Session discussion

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting also includes project updates regarding the Riverwalk, street projects, and pedestrian safety.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Riverwalk update
• Pedestrian safety discussion
• Street projects update
• Second Bridge and Wall updates

School Committee

The Biddeford School Committee will discuss winter athletics guidelines and COVID-19 requirements for sports. The committee is also reviewing staff nominations, appointments, and resignations. Additionally, there will be an update on 8th grade parent survey findings.

• Staff nominations for Special Education and 3rd Grade teaching positions
• Appointments for Ed Tech II and III positions at JFK and BMS
• Winter athletics updates including COVID-19 guidance and requirements
• Preliminary findings from the 8th grade parent survey
• Labor contract negotiations in executive session

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will discuss updates regarding building codes and solar array proposals. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports on budget planning and community outreach.

• Maine Water solar proposal update
• Comp Plan Climate Module update
• ICLEI Race to Zero status discussion
• Regional Climate Resilience Plan Workgroup updates
• "Climate Art Project" update

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss an inventory project and questions regarding soil categories. The agenda also includes a finance review and updates on Planning Board matters.

• Inventory Project
• Soil Category Questions
• Approval of November 1, 2021 minutes
• Finance Review
• SSV Walk Request

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will review updates on CDBG sidewalk projects, a 2-4 unit rehab program, and the ADA Self Evaluation & Transition Plan. The committee will also discuss the sale of the Pepperell Mill Complex and subcommittee recruitment.

• CDBG sidewalk project and 2-4 unit rehab program updates
• ADA Self Evaluation & Transition Plan update
• CDBG-CV update
• Sale of Pepperell Mill Complex
• Plan subcommittee recruitment

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board will review a sketch plan for Lord & Harrington, LLC on Diamond Street. The agenda also includes a subdivision amendment at McKenney Drive and a setback review at 1 Edgewater Place.

• Amended subdivision for Indian Cliff Development to add a house lot off McKenney Drive
• Setback review in the Shoreland Zone at 1 Edgewater Place
• Sketch plan review on Diamond Street for 496 residential units and commercial space

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding Casella waste audits and contamination levels. Members will also review composting food waste at the Public Works Facility and an ordinance update for recycling program offenders.

• Casella contamination and tagged cans update
• Casella audit update
• Composting food waste/cooking oil at Public Works Facility
• Ordinance update for recycling program offenders
• Election of a new Chair

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is reviewing a site plan to replace a building at 10 Commercial Street. The committee is also considering a conditional use permit for motor vehicle inspections at 19 Pomerleau Street.

• Site Plan Review (2021.49) for Beaupre Gas & Electric, Inc. at 10 Commercial Street
• Conditional Use Permit (2021.53) for motor vehicle inspections at 19 Pomerleau Street

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss changes to insurance eligibility for nonunion domestic partners. The meeting also includes the acceptance of minutes from the October 19, 2021, meeting.

• Discussion regarding nonunion domestic partner insurance eligibility
• Acceptance of minutes from October 19, 2021

Finance Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation to purchase electric vehicle charging stations. Members will also discuss the disposition of tax-acquired properties, including 27-39 Graham Street. A report on wastewater billing process review will be discussed, though no action is scheduled for this item.

• Recommendation/purchase of electric vehicle charging stations
• Review of tax acquired properties and suggested disposition
• Disposition of 27-39 Graham Street foreclosed multi-family unit
• Discussion of BerryDunn wastewater billing process review report

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning three parcels at the University of New England and a redevelopment project for 200-208 Graham Street. The agenda also includes discussions on river wall repair funding and purchasing electric vehicle charging stations.

• Rezoning three parcels at the University of New England from SR-1 to Institutional
• Redevelopment of 200-208 Graham Street into residential market-rate apartments
• Purchase of electric vehicle charging stations from All Pro Electric
• Amendment to solid waste regulations regarding contamination of recyclables
• Authorization for a Fire EMS Program Audit RFP

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission is holding an open discussion regarding the city's Public Art Policy. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Open discussion of Public Art Policy

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a request for exterior modifications at 9 St. Mary’s Street. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from October 13, 2021.

• Exterior modification review for 9 St. Mary’s Street
• Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes

School Committee

The committee will review staff appointments, resignations, and athletic stipends. The agenda also includes discussions on NWEA data presentations and FY23 enrollment projections. Additionally, the meeting covers COVID-19 case rates and substitute pay rates.

• Appointments for Ed Tech, Food Service, and Maintenance positions
• BHS athletic stipends for basketball, hockey, and wrestling coaches
• Resignations of a custodian, teacher, and van driver
• NWEA data presentation and FY23 enrollment projections
• COVID-19 case rate and vaccination clinic updates

Shellfish Conservation Committee

The agenda consists only of standard procedural items, such as roll call and approval of minutes. No specific topics, projects, or new business items are listed for discussion.

Climate Change Task Force

The task force is discussing the Regional Climate Resilience Plan, a two-year project ending in May 2023. Members are also considering the formation of two new subcommittees for budget and community outreach. The meeting includes updates on climate engagement processes and greenhouse gas inventory presentations.

• Discussion of Regional Climate Resilience Plan involving SMPDC, NOAA, and the Nature Conservancy
• Proposal of two new subcommittees: Budget/CAP Timeline and Community Outreach/Social Media
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan Climate Module community engagement process
• Status update regarding a city GHG inventory presentation for City Council

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to parking regulations on Foss Street between King and Main Streets. The council will also review a request to transfer funds to the Police Department's asset forfeiture account.

• Parking regulation changes for Foss Street (King to Main St)
• Transfer of funds to Police Department Asset Forfeiture Account
• Appointment of Don Furman to Saco River Corridor Commission
• Appointment of Sean Tarpey to Saco River Corridor Commission

Planning Board

The board will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning three parcels to the Institutional zone for the University of New England. Members will also review subdivision applications for two six-lot clusters and a sketch plan for a new Central Maine Power substation. Additionally, the agenda includes a site plan review for an expansion at 424 Alfred Street.

• Zoning amendment for 1 Hills Beach Rd, 583 Pool St, and 590 Pool St to Institutional (IN) zone
• Conditional Use Permit for a wellness center at 356 South Street
• Preliminary 6-lot cluster subdivision review at 918 Pool Road
• Preliminary 6-lot cluster subdivision review at 158 Oak Ridge Road
• Sketch plan review for a Central Maine Power substation at 466-468 South Street

City Council

The City Council met to discuss emergency authorization for necessary work on the River Walk. This discussion follows a collapse caused by recent storm damage.

• Emergency authorization for repairs to the River Walk following storm damage

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission will discuss the Grow Smart Maine Conference and conduct a Comprehensive Plan Review & Commentary. The agenda also includes addressing urgent items from the Planning Board agenda.

• Grow Smart Maine Conference
• Comprehensive Plan Review & Commentary
• Urgent items from Planning Board Agenda

Airport Commission

The Biddeford Airport Commission will discuss chapters of the Airport Master Plan, specifically regarding a schedule of improvements and a waste reduction plan. The meeting also includes an update from Gale Associates and a discussion on the Airport Layout Plan.

• Airport Master Plan Chapter 7 (Schedule of Improvements) discussion
• Airport Master Plan Chapter 8 (Recycling, Reuse and Waste Reduction Plan) discussion
• Airport Layout Plan discussion
• Gale Associates update

School Committee

The committee will review second readings for several policies, including student code of conduct and school safety. The agenda also includes an update on future building additions for 8th grade at BHS and discussion regarding snow day closures.

• Second readings of policies for student code of conduct and weapons/safety
• Update on 8th grade at BHS building additions and ESSER II/III funding
• Discussion on snow day closure procedures
• Review of revolving renovations applications
• Review of nursing substitute pay rates

Biddeford Police Advisory Committee

The Biddeford Police Advisory Committee will hold a presentation by the Community Engagement Specialist. The remaining agenda items are procedural, including planning for future meeting topics.

• Presentation by Community Engagement Specialist

Downtown Development Commission

The meeting includes discussions on several ongoing downtown initiatives. Topics include wayfinding, traffic safety, and an arts program. The commission will also address food court approval.

• Food Court Approval
• Arts Program/Next Steps
• Wayfinding/Gateways
• Traffic Safety/Complete Streets
• Hot Spots

Recreation Commission

The meeting includes an update regarding the dog park and the approval of minutes. The agenda also covers introductions and general discussion.

• Dog Park Update

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission will review portions of the Comprehensive Plan regarding marine resources, water resources, recreation, open space, and sea level rise. The meeting also includes a discussion on soil categories maps and a potential ecological survey for SSV LLC property.

• Comprehensive Plan Review: Marine Resources, Water Resources, Recreation & Open Space, and Sea Level Rise
• Discussion regarding Soil Categories Map vs Hired Soil Scientists
• Potential Ecological Survey/Evaluation of SSV LLC Property

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding CDBG sidewalk projects, rehab programs, and service agencies. The meeting also includes reviews of the ADA Self Evaluation and Transition Plan and CDBG-CV. Additionally, members will receive city updates from the City Council and Planning Board.

• CDBG sidewalk project and rehab program updates
• ADA Self Evaluation and Transition Plan review
• CDBG-CV updates
• Committee member recruitment and nominees

Biddeford Fire Advisory Committee

The Biddeford Fire Advisory Committee will review the minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting. The committee will also review fire alarm reports covering May through September 2021.

• Review of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Fire alarm reports for May, June, July, August, and September 2021
• Chief's informational report

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss a proposed compensation plan involving pay ranges and position changes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding MPERS changes and the Community Outreach and Inclusion Specialist role.

• Proposed compensation plan and pay ranges
• MPERS changes
• Community Outreach and Inclusion Specialist job briefs
• Vaccination brief

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee is meeting to consider several departmental purchases and a property matter. Items for approval include audio/video equipment for the Police Department and ballistic vest panels for the Fire Department. The committee will also discuss the disposition of 27-39 Graham Street, a foreclosed multi-family unit.

• Purchase of Police Dept. Training Room Audio/Video Recording System
• Purchase of Fire Department Ballistic Vest Panels
• Fire Department Dorm Room Furniture
• Engineering Department Scanning of Plans Project
• Disposition of 27-39 Graham Street foreclosed multi-family unit

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is meeting to review several proposed amendments to city regulations. These include updates to land development rules for Adams Street and mobile food vendors, as well as changes to parking on Main Street and Foss Street. The council will also consider the extension of the City Manager's employment contract.

• Amendment to add Adams Street Contract Zone
• Adding Mobile Food Vendor Courts in MSRD-1 and MSRD-3 zones
• No Parking amendments for Main Street from Emery Street to Laconia Street
• Parking changes on Foss Street
• Extension of City Manager employment contract

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will discuss collaborating with Engine to engage the public on climate change issues. Jess Muise of Engine is scheduled to attend as a guest.

• Discussion/collaboration with Engine for public engagement

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the city's Comprehensive Plan with the new Assistant City Planner. The agenda also includes reviewing financial reports and approving minutes from August and September meetings.

• Review and discussion of the Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 12, September 16, and September 23
• Financial report

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review applications for exterior modifications at 180 Main Street and 75 Birch Street. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 8, 2021 meeting.

• Exterior modification review: 180 Main Street (4A Property LLC/Joseph Fourre)
• Exterior modification review: 75 Birch Street (Anthony Thomas)
• Approval of September 8, 2021 meeting minutes

Wastewater Management Commission

The Waste Water Management Commission will discuss proposed changes to the sewer ordinance relative to I&I removal. The meeting also includes updates on the CSO Project and various treatment plant operations.

• Proposed changes to sewer ordinance relative to I&I removal
• CSO Project update
• Discussion on sewer flow values for structures
• Water St. Treatment Plant staff update
• Hydrogen/Hypochlorous Acid Generator pilot update

School Committee

The committee will discuss student enrollment, pooled testing, and federally mandated health guidance. Members will also consider motions to approve or strike several school policies.

• Approval of Math Program at BRCOT
• Updates on student enrollment and pooled testing
• Review of 'back to school' health guidance
• Motions regarding student conduct and immunization policies
• Personnel appointments, resignations, and transfers

Policy Committee

The Biddeford Policy Committee will review traffic and parking analyses for Lower Main Street and Foss Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding proposed parking regulation changes on Main Street and potential increases to beach permit fees.

• Lower Main Street Traffic/Parking Analysis
• Foss Street Traffic/Parking Analysis
• Main Street proposed parking change notices
• Proposed changes to no-parking zones on Main Street and Foss Street
• Proposed beach permit fee increases

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board is reviewing proposed amendments to the city's odor control and shoreland zoning ordinances. The board will also consider a conditional use permit for a recycling processing center at 565 Elm Street.

• Amendment to move marijuana odor management standards to a new chapter in the Code of Ordinances
• Proposed amendment to Shoreland Zoning (GD-1 District) regarding redevelopment density
• Conditional Use Permit request for a recycling processing center at 565 Elm Street

City Council

The Biddeford City Council has scheduled a special meeting to conduct executive sessions. These closed sessions will address labor contract negotiations and a personnel matter.

• Labor contract negotiations
• Personnel matter

City Council

The council will review several amendments to land development regulations, including new mobile food vendor courts. They will also consider parking restrictions on Main Street and union contracts for the Department of Public Works.

• No Parking amendment for Main Street from Foss Street to Laconia Street
• Directive to Planning Board regarding contract zoning for 420 Alfred Street
• Amendment to add Adams Street as a contract zone
• Approval of union contracts for Public Works Supervisory and Non-Supervisory units
• Addition of mobile food vendor courts in MSRD-1 and MSRD-3 zones

Staff Review Committee

The committee is reviewing a site plan for TruNorth Development, LLC to convert floors at 12 Washington Street into five apartments. An application regarding a wellness center at 356 South Street was removed from the agenda.

• Site plan review for apartment conversion at 12 Washington Street

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board will review several development proposals and zoning amendments. This includes a final site plan review for multi-family housing at 69 Adam's Street and a conceptual review for a 192-lot manufactured home park on South Street. The board will also consider amendments regarding mobile food vendor courts and extractive industry operating hours.

• Proposed 39-unit multi-family housing at 69 Adam’s Street with a maximum height of 60 feet
• Conceptual review for a 192-lot manufactured home park at 413 South Street
• Zoning amendment for Mobile Food Vendor Courts in MSRD-1 and MSRD-3 Districts
• Proposed change to allow extractive industries to begin operations at 6 AM
• Extension request for subdivision and site plan approval at 60 Barra Road

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will discuss wayfinding and its role regarding infrastructure, including physical improvements and pedestrian safety. The meeting also includes an update on the Art Program.

• Wayfinding discussion
• DDC-Infrastructure role (physical improvements and pedestrian safety)
• Art Program update
• Clarification of provisions for hybrid

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force is reviewing updates to the community engagement process for the Comprehensive Plan's climate module. The group is also discussing the status of a greenhouse gas emissions inventory presentation for the City Council and potential collaboration with the Saco Conservation Commission.

• Update on Comp Plan Climate Module community engagement process
• Cancellation of Meet & Greet at Banded Brewing
• Status update on city GHG inventory slide deck for City Council presentation
• Action item regarding collaboration with Saco Conservation Commission

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting includes an update regarding the dog park. The body will also review and approve minutes from the June 28, 2021, meeting.

• Dog Park Update
• Approval of June 28, 2021 minutes

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee is reviewing updates to Chapter 42 regarding motor vehicles and traffic. The meeting includes discussions on new parking regulations for Main Street and a review of a recent traffic analysis.

• Proposed limited parking on Main Street for compact vehicles only
• Proposed definition for 'Compact Vehicle' in the traffic code
• Proposed limited parking at Main Street and Emery Street for tricycles and motorcycles
• Proposed 'No Parking' zone on Main Street from Foss Street to Laconia Street
• Review of traffic analysis for Main Street between Emery Street and Foss Street

Biddeford Fire Advisory Committee

The agenda consists of standard procedural items and general updates. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the provided text.

• Fire Alarm Reports
• Chief's Informational

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding City Council and Planning Board meeting formats. Members will also receive updates on CDBG sidewalk projects, rehab programs, and ADA evaluations. The agenda includes subcommittee updates and recruitment nominees.

• CDBG sidewalk project and rehab program updates
• ADA evaluation update
• CDBG-CV updates
• Review of City Council and Planning Board meeting formats
• Committee member recruitment nominees

School Committee

The committee will review various personnel appointments, resignations, and transfers. Members are also scheduled to discuss updates on student counts, the ESSER III application, and a budget overview. Other discussion items include homecoming activities and pool testing requirements for staff.

• Personnel appointments including a new science teacher position
• Staff resignations and transfers within the district
• Updates on student counts and ESSER III application
• Budget overview
• Pool testing requirements for staff

City Council

The Biddeford City Council scheduled a special meeting for September 21, 2021. The agenda includes a roll call and an executive session for legal consultation under 1 MRSA 405(6)(E).

• Executive session for legal consultation

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Saxon Municipal Development and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. The council will also consider a liquor license application for Sharkey's Arcade at 12 Lincoln Street. Additionally, the council will address a declaration of limited emergency for remote meetings.

• Public hearing for Saxon Municipal Development and TIF District
• Liquor license consideration for Sharkey's Arcade at 12 Lincoln Street
• Authorization for Saxon Partners Municipal Development and TIF District
• Declaration of Limited Emergency regarding remote meetings

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss Ginger Hill design projects, including cluster subdivision and site location plans for Leeward and Windward. Members will also continue reviewing drafts of the city's Comprehensive Plan regarding natural resources, sea level rise, and marine resources.

• Ginger Hill Cluster Subdivision Plans (Leeward and Windward)
• Comprehensive Plan Draft review: Agriculture & Forestry/Natural Resources
• Comprehensive Plan Draft review: Sea Level Rise
• Comprehensive Plan Draft review: Recreation, Open Space, and Marine Resources

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The Solid Waste Management Commission will discuss updates regarding Casella's audit and bin contamination. The meeting also includes discussions on composting food waste at the Public Works facility and a review of ordinances for recycling program offenders.

• Casella update on bin contamination and tagging
• Update on composting food waste and cooking oil at PW Facility
• Ordinance review for recycling program offenders
• HHW update
• Shredding event scheduled for October 9, 2021

Climate Change Task Force

The task force is reviewing updates on the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory and community engagement for the Comprehensive Plan's climate module. Members are also discussing a proposal to City Council regarding ICLEI 150 mitigation targets. The meeting includes discussions on committee membership changes and potential collaborations with Saco and Engine.

• Update on Community Engagement Process for Comp Plan Climate Module
• GHG Emissions Inventory updates including vulnerability and mitigation tools
• Proposal to City Council to sign on to ICLEI 150 mitigation targets
• Discussion of collaboration with the City of Saco
• Climate event scheduled at Branded Brewing for September 30th

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review a project by TruNorth Development LLC for exterior modifications at 12 Washington Street in the MSRD-1 Zone. The meeting also includes approval of the July 14, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Exterior modifications at 12 Washington Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 350)
• Approval of July 14, 2021, meeting minutes

Wastewater Management Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation on postponed changes to the sewer ordinance related to I&I removal. The meeting also includes updates on the CSO program and various treatment plants.

• Overview of postponed sewer ordinance changes regarding I&I removal
• Presentation of sewer flow values for structures
• CSO Program Update
• Updates on Water St. Treatment Plant, Biddeford Pool Treatment Plant, and pump stations

School Committee

The committee will review student enrollment counts and school opening highlights. It also includes consideration for approving new culinary arts and hospitality program applications at a satellite site, as well as a math teacher position for BRCOT.

• Approval of BRCOT Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program applications
• Approval of a Math Teacher at BRCOT
• Review of student enrollment counts
• Staff nominations and appointments

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from August 17, 2021, and sign the expenditure warrant. The committee will also discuss the approval or sale of obsolete kiosk inventory.

• Approval/sale of obsolete kiosk inventory

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Senior Tax Credit Program. The agenda includes a review of several memos and tax assistance program sheets related to this topic.

• Senior Tax Credit Program discussion

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will consider the adoption of 2021/2022 General Assistance state maximums and school budget subsidies. The council will also hold public hearings regarding liquor license applications for 12 Washington Street. Additionally, members will discuss a limited emergency declaration for remote meetings.

• Approval of additional state subsidy for FY22 school purposes budget
• Adoption of 2021/2022 General Assistance state maximums
• Liquor license applications for Sublime Taco and The Dunn Bar
• Amendment to add 'No Parking' on Hills Beach Road
• Appointment of Jessica Muise to the Historic Preservation Commission

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission is meeting to receive updates on several ongoing projects. Discussion topics include the mobile food court, Pearl Street/Pearl Point survey, and Arts Committee progress.

• Mobile Food Court update
• Pearl Street/Pearl Point Survey Update
• Arts Committee Update
• Project Updates

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review Chapter 6 of the Airport Master Plan, which covers the development and evaluation of alternatives. The commission will also receive an update from Gale Associates.

• Review of Airport Master Plan - Chapter 6 (Development and Evaluation of Alternatives)
• Gale Associates update
• Acceptance of June 14, 2021 meeting minutes

School Committee

The committee will consider various staff nominations, appointments, and transfers for several schools. The agenda also includes a review of updated student counts as of August 20, 2021, and information on immunization law updates.

• Staffing nominations and appointments for BHS, BMS, BIS, and BPS
• Review of BMS Athletic Stipends
• Updated student counts as of August 20, 2021
• Information regarding updated Immunization Law
• Executive session for Teamsters Local 340 Bus Drivers & Bus Aides labor negotiations

Municipal Services Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items and a discussion about the committee's process. No other specific business or projects are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of committee process

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will discuss updates to the community engagement process for the Comprehensive Plan's climate module. The meeting also includes discussions regarding greenhouse gas emissions inventory and potential collaboration with other municipalities.

• Update on Comp Plan Climate Module community engagement process
• Discussion of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions inventory
• Proposed guest list including Karina Graeter from SMPDC
• Follow-up discussion regarding the Jessica Scott presentation
• Discussion on collaboration with other municipalities and townships

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens' Advisory Committee will attend an energy efficiency webinar and receive updates on CDBG projects, including sidewalk work and rehab programs. The committee will also discuss goals such as neighborhood walks and subcommittee formation.

• Energy Efficiency webinar
• CDBG sidewalk project and rehab program updates
• CDBG-CV updates
• Discussion on neighborhood walks and subcommittees
• Committee member recruitment

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board will consider a subdivision application to create three lots at 253-255 Hill Street. The board will also review the reapproval of a site plan and conditional use permit for 14 storage units at 23 Marcel Avenue.

• Subdivision application for 253-255 Hill Street to create three lots
• Reapproval of site plan and conditional use permit for 14 storage units at 23 Marcel Avenue

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss allocating funds for a Comprehensive Plan survey. The committee will also review recommendations regarding the Fire Department Dorm Rooms Project and related construction bids.

• Approval of funds for Comp Plan Survey
• Recommendation for Fire Department Dorm Rooms Project
• Review of construction bids from H.E. Callahan, PC Construction, and Dimatteo Construction Management

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Adams Point Municipal Development and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. The council is also scheduled to consider contract awards for fire department dorm rooms and a transportation study. Additionally, an amendment to parking regulations on Hills Beach Road is up for consideration.

• Public hearing for Adams Point Municipal Development and TIF District
• Contract approval for Fire Department Dorm Rooms Project with H.E. Callahan Construction
• Contract award to T.Y. Lin International for South Street Connections Study
• Amendment to parking regulations on Hills Beach Road
• Appointment of Roger Hurtubise to the Biddeford Fire Advisory Committee

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review a draft of the Comprehensive Plan and approve minutes from the June 24, 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes potential actions to be determined for the City Council and Planning Board.

• Approval of June 24, 2021 minutes
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Draft

School Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations for returning to school, including health requirements and a reopening plan. Members will also review the end-of-year budget and consider a consulting agreement with the Educational Consortium for Telecommunications Savings.

• Return to school recommendations and health requirements
• End of year budget review
• First and second reading of Policy BED regarding remote participation
• Approval of consulting agreement with Educational Consortium for Telecommunications Savings
• Grant award notification

Shellfish Conservation Committee

The agenda consists only of standard procedural items, including roll call and approval of minutes. No specific topics or new business items are listed in the document.

Policy Committee

The committee will discuss updates to parking rules on Hills Beach Road and odor management for marijuana establishments. The agenda also includes reviews of the city flag display policy and mobile food vendor language.

• No Parking changes on Hills Beach Road
• City Flag Display Policy review
• Marijuana establishment odor management ordinance
• Mobile Vendor Food Courts language updates
• Legal services for private credit enhancements policy

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will review data collection results from the greenhouse gas inventory report. The group will also discuss potential future guests and follow up on recommendations from a previous presentation.

• Report-out of greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory data collection and results
• Proposed guest Katrina Graeter (SMPDC) for future meetings
• Discussion on follow-up activities related to the Jessica Scott presentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss ratifying a remote public meeting policy. The board will also consider scheduling hearings for amendments regarding extractive industry start times and residential density limits in the GD-1 Shoreland Zone.

• Ratification of Remote Public Meeting Policy
• Proposed 6 AM start time for extractive industries
• Removal of residential density limits in GD-1 Shoreland Zone
• Review of Comprehensive Plan schedule and process

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss the next steps for a compensation study. The meeting also includes the acceptance of minutes and other business.

• Discussion on compensation study next steps

Finance Committee

The committee will review and approve the minutes from the July 20, 2021, meeting. Members will also discuss a recommendation to purchase two detective vehicles from Rowe Ford of Westbrook using CIP funds.

• Recommendation to purchase two detective vehicles from Rowe Ford of Westbrook
• Approval of July 20, 2021, meeting minutes
• Signing of the expenditure warrant

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a workshop to review a concept plan for 3 Lincoln Street. The discussion includes the Pearl Street Concept Plan submitted by 3 Lincoln, LLC.

• Concept plan review for 3 Lincoln Street - 3 Lincoln, LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to land development regulations regarding historic preservation and solar panels at the York County Judicial Center. The agenda also includes a credit enhancement agreement for the Barra Road housing project and the purchase of two detective vehicles.

• Amendment to Historic Preservation Commission responsibilities
• Solar panel array allowance for York County Judicial Center
• Credit enhancement agreement for Barra Road housing project
• Purchase of two detective vehicles from Rowe Ford of Westbrook
• Appointment confirmation for Finance Director Nichole Wood

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will discuss wayfinding and review meeting policies. The agenda also includes updates on Pearl Street/Pearl Point, the Second Bridge, and the Arts Committee.

• Pearl Street/Pearl Point update
• Second Bridge update
• Arts Committee update
• Wayfinding discussion
• Mobile Food Court site walk at Corner of Alfred & Jefferson

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will discuss updates on the community engagement process for the Comprehensive Plan's climate module. Members will also review progress on greenhouse gas inventory data collection. The meeting includes discussion regarding follow-up actions from a previous presentation by Jessica Scott.

• Update on Comp Plan Climate Module community engagement
• GHG inventory data collection and constraints update
• Follow-up discussion on Jessica Scott's presentation
• Proposed guest: Anna Siegel of Maine Youth for Climate Justice

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens' Advisory Committee will review updates from the City Council and Planning Board. The meeting includes a presentation on the GrowSmart Maine energy efficiency program and updates on the South & Crescent St. Sidewalk Project.

• GrowSmart Maine energy efficiency program presentation
• South & Crescent St. Sidewalk Project update
• 2-4 unit rehab program update
• Committee member recruitment/nominees

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed 5-storey, 60-foot tall housing development at 69 Adam's Street. The board will also review a shoreland zoning determination for 7 Bayberry Road. Additionally, the board will meet with the PEPAC committee to discuss the community-wide survey process.

• Public hearing for 39-unit multi-family housing at 69 Adam’s Street
• Shoreland zoning determination for 7 Bayberry Road
• Review of community-wide survey development with PEPAC
• Approval of July 7, 2021 meeting minutes

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding Casella audits and recycling contamination levels. They will also review plans for food waste composting and cooking oil disposal at the Public Works Facility. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of ordinances related to recycling program offenders.

• Casella update on contamination and can tagging
• Public Works Facility updates on food waste composting and cooking oil disposal
• Ordinance review for recycling program offenders
• Household Hazardous Waste Day scheduled for September 11, 2021

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee is reviewing several departmental requests. These include adding cameras to the Public Works Department and migrating police and fire department domains. The committee will also consider carrying forward funds from FY21 to FY22.

• Addition of cameras at Public Works Department via Minuteman Security Technologies
• Domain migration for Police and Fire Departments by Systems Engineering
• Recommendation to carry forward funds from FY21 to FY22
• Lease-purchase of a fire pumper/engine truck

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the finalization of the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The discussion refers to an accompanying memo.

• FY22 Budget Finalization

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will consider several zoning amendments, including a request to rezone 565 Elm Street. The agenda also includes discussions on the FY22 property tax commitment and the allocation of capital improvement project funds. Additionally, the council will review a contract expansion for police community engagement services.

• Rezoning 565 Elm Street from Business-2 to Industrial-1
• Allocation of FY22 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) funds
• Lease-purchase of a fire pumper/engine truck
• Authorization of the FY22 Property Tax Commitment
• Contract with Spurwink to expand police community engagement services

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission will discuss meeting structure, roles, and a 2021 density proposal. The agenda also includes updates on South Street conservation and the Thatcher Brook Ordinance.

• Density Proposal for 2021
• Planning Board Applications
• South Street Conservation update
• Thatcher Brook Ordinance update
• Intern consideration and job description

Historic Preservation Commission

The Biddeford Historic Preservation Commission will review several property applications. These include requests for siding replacement on Quimby Street, a wooden fence on Hill Street, and new building construction on Adams Street. The commission will also discuss upcoming NAPC training.

• Siding replacement at 31 Quimby Street
• New wooden fence for K & S Development at 45 Hill Street
• New building construction for CHA Consulting, Inc. at 69 Adams Street
• Discussion of NAPC training on July 21 and 28

School Committee

The committee will consider a solar energy proposal from Revision Energy and review school subsidy updates. Agenda items also include votes on 403(b) plan amendments and cafeteria and medical reimbursement plans. The meeting includes several personnel nominations, appointments, resignations, and transfers.

• Solar Energy Proposal from Revision Energy
• School Subsidy Update
• Vote on mandatory 403(b) Plan Amendment
• Vote to adopt amended cafeteria and medical reimbursement plans
• Personnel nominations, appointments, resignations, and transfers

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force is reviewing the closed climate survey, which received 142 responses. The group is preparing a 'Phase 1' presentation for the Mayor and City Council on July 20. Discussions also include greenhouse gas inventory updates.

• Climate Survey closed with 142 total respondents
• Focus Group scheduled for July 13
• 'Phase 1' presentation to City Council and Mayor scheduled for July 20
• Update on GHG Inventory discussion

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee will review an application to amend a Conditional Use Permit for In Joy Properties, LLC. The proposal involves extending the parking lot at 314 Alfred Street.

• Parking lot extension application for 314 Alfred Street (In Joy Properties, LLC)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several proposed changes to city ordinances and zoning maps. These include updates to the Historic Preservation Ordinance and allowing schools in Industrial-3 zones. The board will also review solar panel installations at the York Judicial Center and two new subdivision applications.

• Revision of Historic Preservation Ordinance for grant opportunities
• Allowing public and private schools in the Industrial-3 zone
• Zoning change for 565 Elm Street from B-2 to I-1
• Solar panel arrays at York Judicial Center parking lots
• Subdivision applications for 158 Oak Ridge Road and 918 Pool Street

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several expenditures. Proposed items include the purchase of two police cruisers and a contract for sidewalk paving on multiple streets. The committee will also consider replacing an HVAC unit at Fire Central Fire Station.

• Purchase of (2) Ford Interceptor Police Cruisers from Rowe Ford of Westbrook, Maine
• Sidewalk paving contract with Thyng Paving for Simard Avenue, Wilson Street, Bacon Street, and Pierson's Lane
• Replacement of HVAC unit at Fire Central Fire Station

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinance amendments regarding traffic, parking, and park policies. The agenda also includes votes on sidewalk paving contracts and the purchase of two police cruisers. Additionally, the council will review airport rates and a grant for the police department.

• Contract with Thyng Paving for sidewalk projects on Simard Avenue, Wilson Street, Bacon Street, and Pierson's Lane
• Purchase of two 2021 Ford Interceptor Police Cruisers from Rowe Ford of Westbrook
• Adoption of rates and minimum standards for Biddeford Municipal Airport
• Approval for the Biddeford Saco Chamber of Commerce to serve alcohol at Mechanics Park
• Acceptance of the 2021 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for the Police Department

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss employee compensation and work hours. Agenda items include potential bonuses for nonunion staff and updates to the nonunion handbook.

• Bonus for nonunion employees
• City Hall employee work hours
• Nonunion handbook compensation review
• Nonunion wage scales

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will review updates on Pearl Point Park, subcommittee progress, and the arts program. The commission will also discuss the possibility of establishing a food truck court.

• Pearl Point Park update
• Mobile Food Vendor Courts discussion
• Arts Program update
• Potential food truck court proposal

Climate Change Task Force

The task force is reviewing results from a climate survey that received 142 responses. Members are also discussing greenhouse gas inventory progress and upcoming presentations to city officials. A $3,000.00 budget request has been approved by the City Council.

• Review of climate survey results with 142 respondents
• Approval of a $3,000.00 budget request by the City Council
• Discussion on greenhouse gas inventory progress
• Planning for presentations to Department Heads and the Mayor
• Follow-up on presentation by Senior Climate Advisor Jessica Scott

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive an update regarding the dog park. The agenda also includes introductions and approval of minutes.

• Dog Park Update

Conservation Commission

The commission will review updates on mapping, survey results, and the Thatcher Brook ordinance. Members will also discuss herbicide use in Biddeford and potential decisions regarding South Street conservation. Additionally, the group will consider a new intern position.

• Thatcher Brook Ordinance progress
• South Street Conservation-Maine Water decision
• Herbicide Use in Biddeford 2021 & the Mayor's Monarch Pledge
• Consideration of a new Intern position
• Density Proposal for 2021 using 1999 as a guide

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will review amendments to city ordinances regarding parking fees and traffic regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on marijuana facility business licensing and animal waste disposal policies in parks.

• Adding 'No Parking' on Phillips Lane
• Updating fees for parking violations
• Adding 'Limited Parking' and 'One-way Streets' at Day's Landing
• Reviewing marijuana facility business licensing
• Amending animal waste disposal language in parks

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is reviewing an application from Amanda Keddy. The proposal seeks to open a day care facility at 5 Hutchins Drive in the RF Zone.

• Conditional Use Permit for a day care at 5 Hutchins Drive (Tax Map 4, Lot 61-2)

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will receive updates on the South & Crescent Street Sidewalk Project and policy recommendations for the 2-4 Unit Rehab Program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding GrowSmart Maine energy efficiency and committee goals.

• South & Crescent Street Sidewalk Project update
• 2-4 Unit Rehab Program policy guideline recommendations
• GrowSmart Maine Energy Efficiency discussion
• Year 4 Action Plan updates

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider removing the redevelopment plan for 1 Gooch Street and 59 Elm Street from the table for review. The Board will also discuss authorizing a wildlife analysis for an 18-lot residential development on Winding Creek Lane. Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes is also scheduled.

• Redevelopment review for 1 Gooch Street and 59 Elm Street (Tom Watson & Co., LLC)
• Authorization of a 3rd Party Independent Wildlife Analysis for E & R Development Corp.
• Proposed 18-lot residential development to extend Winding Creek Lane
• Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee is meeting to review and amend specific street regulations. The agenda includes discussions on limited parking for Lincoln Street and St. Mary's Street, as well as no-parking rules for Windsor Lane.

• Review/amend limited parking on Lincoln Street
• Review/amend limited parking on St. Mary's Street
• Review/amend no parking regulations on Windsor Lane

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates to the recycling program ordinance for offenders. Members will also review composting food waste at the PW facility and plan for a Household Hazardous Waste Day in September.

• Update on recycling program ordinance for offenders
• Household Hazardous Waste Day on September 11, 2021
• Updates regarding Casella waste services and audits
• Discussion of composting food waste and cooking oil at PW facility
• Review of fiscal year budget, education, and advertising

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommendations for a sewer and catch basin cleaning truck lease-purchase from C.N. Wood, Inc. The committee will also review the creation of new reserve accounts from FY21 carry forward funds and the award of an ADA self-evaluation project.

• Lease-purchase of Vactor Sewer/Catch Basin Cleaning Truck from C.N. Wood, Inc.
• Creation of new reserve accounts from FY21 carry forward funds
• Award of ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Project

City Council

The City Council will conduct second readings for several Fiscal Year 2022 budgets and municipal funds, including Public Safety and Sewer Operations. The agenda also includes a proposal to repeal the city's Emergency Declaration. Additionally, the council will consider contract approvals and committee appointments.

• Repeal of the City of Biddeford Emergency Declaration
• Second readings for FY22 budgets including Public Safety, Public Works, and Sewer Operations
• Lease-purchase of a Vactor sewer/catch basin cleaning truck from C.N. Wood, Inc.
• Approval of the Fire Union contract
• Amendment to parking regulations regarding paid/color-coordinated lots

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will review updates on community engagement for the Comprehensive Plan climate module. The group will also discuss ICLEI membership outreach and follow up on a presentation by Jessica Scott. Additionally, members will receive a budget request update.

• Decision to move forward with intern candidate Bailey Cain
• Update on Comp Plan Climate Module community engagement process
• Discussion on ClearPath/ICLEI membership outreach
• Review of Jessica Scott's climate advisor presentation
• Budget request update

Airport Commission

The Biddeford Airport Commission will conduct a final review and approval of Rates and Minimum Standards. The meeting also includes a presentation on Gale Associates projects and a review of the Airport Security Plan.

• Final review and approval of Rates and Minimum Standards
• Gale Associates Projects Update presentation
• Review of Airport Security Plan
• Acceptance of May 25, 2021 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review requests for property changes in the MSRD-1 and MSRD-2 zones. These include window replacements at 1 Summer Street and a building addition at 45 Foss Street. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from May 5 and May 12, 2021.

• Window replacement at 1 Summer Street
• Building addition at 45 Foss Street
• Approval of May 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 12, 2021 meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee will consider several staff nominations, resignations, and transfers. The meeting also includes committee reports and an executive session for labor contract negotiations.

• Personnel nominations including a new Special Education position at BMS
• Staff resignations and retirements for various school roles
• Staff transfers and new Ed Tech positions
• Executive session regarding labor contract negotiations

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a public hearing on the proposed FY22 City Government Budget. The council will also review various municipal funds and revenue appropriations. Additionally, there is an order regarding authorization to raise the Pride flag at City Hall.

• Public hearing for the proposed FY22 City Government Budget
• Authorization to raise the Pride flag at City Hall
• Review of estimated revenues and fund balance appropriations
• Discussion of various municipal funds including Airport, Ambulance, and Sewer operations

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is conducting a public hearing for the 4 Year Action Plan. No other agenda items are listed in the provided document.

• Public Hearing: 4 Year Action Plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a final site plan and subdivision request for the redevelopment of 1 Gooch Street and 59 Elm Street. The board will also consider an extension for converting Building #11 of the Pepperell Mill complex into 71 housing units. Additionally, they will discuss authorizing a wildlife analysis for a residential development proposal on Winding Creek Lane.

• Final Site Plan/Subdivision/Shoreland Zoning Approval for 1 Gooch Street & 59 Elm Street
• Authorization of a 3rd Party Independent Wildlife Analysis for E & R Development Corp. residential proposal
• Approval Extension for 71 housing units at the Pepperell Mill complex (Building #11)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss a compensation study. This includes reviewing current payscales, reported salaries, and suggested revisions for fiscal year 2021.

• Acceptance of April 20, 2021 minutes
• Discussion regarding compensation study documents

Finance Committee

The committee will review minutes from the May 4, 2021 meeting and sign several expenditure warrants. Agenda items include a recommendation for a Police Department dispatch console purchase and expenditures for a weed control program. Members will also discuss authorizing lease refinances.

• Purchase of Police Department Dispatch Console using FY21 Capital Improvement Funds
• Expenditure for Weed Control Program with Municipal Pest Services, Inc.
• Authorization to refinance leases via Municipal Leasing Consultants (MLC)
• Approval of May 4, 2021 Finance Committee minutes
• Signing of expenditure warrants for May 11 through June 1, 2021

City Council

The council will consider second reading of amendments to Land Development Regulations regarding residential uses and changes to municipal parking lot ordinances. Members will also discuss the use of American Rescue Plan funds and parking space easements for a mobile food court at 64 Alfred Street.

• Second reading of Land Development Regulation amendments related to residential uses
• Amendment to remove references to paid and color-coordinated parking lots
• Authorization for the purchase of a police department dispatch console
• Discussion on parking space easements for a mobile food court at 64 Alfred Street
• Discussion regarding the use of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing the FY22 city government budget workbooks and various municipal service requests. This includes departmental budgets for police, fire, and public works, alongside requests from community organizations.

• FY22 City Government Budgets
• Municipal Service Requests (including McArthur Library and Biddeford Mills Museum)
• Review of Other City Funds

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss an update regarding the dog park. The meeting also includes introductions, approval of minutes, and a general discussion period.

• Dog Park Update

Airport Commission

The commission will receive an update from Gale Associates regarding Runway 6-24 construction services and the Airport Master Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the Airport Security Plan and a report on gate access rules.

• Runway 6-24 final design and construction phase services update
• Airport Master Plan Update regarding facility requirements
• Review of the Airport Security Plan
• Report on airport gate access and ground rules

School Committee

The committee will consider revised BHS graduation and promotion plans and an electric vehicle lease program. The meeting also includes approval of collective bargaining agreements for administrative and Ed Tech II staff. Several personnel nominations and resignations are also on the agenda.

• Revised BHS Graduation and Promotion Plans
• Approval of Electric Vehicle Lease Program
• Supplemental Budget - Department of Education
• Middle School Summer Boost Program
• Approval of Administrative and Ed Tech II Collective Bargaining Agreements

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission is meeting to discuss several ongoing downtown initiatives. This includes updates regarding the Clock Tower, Pearl Point Park, and an arts program. The commission will also review a feasibility study for the Saco Island Bridge.

• Clock Tower discussion
• Pearl Point Park update
• Saco Island Bridge feasibility study update
• Arts Program update
• Survey update

Climate Change Task Force

The task force is reviewing updates on the Comp Plan Climate Module Survey Process and community engagement efforts. The group is also discussing the status of an intern search and a budget request update. A presentation regarding Scope 1 is planned for the City Council following the June 1st budget finalization.

• Status of Scope 1 PowerPoint Deck for Council presentation
• Update on Comp Plan Climate Module Survey Process
• Intern search status update
• Budget request update
• Proposed guest list for future meetings

City Council

The City Council will consider orders for two electric vehicle leases with Hyundai Finance. The council will also address the formation of an ad hoc committee to finalize the FY22 city government budget.

• Lease agreement with Hyundai Finance for two electric vehicles
• Formation of a Council Ad Hoc Committee to finalize the FY22 City Government Budget

Conservation Commission

The commission will review updates on mapping capacity, transit, and South Street conservation. Members will also discuss developing a proactive calendar for planning board applications.

• Zoning and Planning Board matters including VMU and Rural Farming Zone
• South Street Conservation Update
• Updates on mapping capacity, surveys, and fact sheets
• Development of a strategic/proactive calendar for planning board schedules
• Member recruitment

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens' Advisory Committee will review updates on several city programs and projects. The meeting includes a discussion regarding committee goals through concept mapping. It also covers upcoming meetings and member recruitment.

• South & Crescent Street Sidewalk Project update
• 2-4 Unit Rehab Program update
• Year 4 Action Plan update
• Committee Member Recruitment/Nominees

Biddeford Fire Advisory Committee

The meeting includes a review of fire alarm reports from November 2020 through April 2021. The agenda also covers the approval of previous minutes and information from the Chief.

• Fire alarm reports for November 2020 through April 2021
• Review of November 10, 2020, meeting minutes

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed FY22 City Government Budget. The session includes deliberations based on the provided budget memo.

• Deliberations on the proposed FY22 City Government Budget

City Council

The council will consider second readings for FY22 school budget appropriations and various amendments to Land Development Regulations regarding fees and residential uses. The meeting also includes a presentation on parking garage technology plans.

• Amendments to Land Development Regulation fees and charges
• FY22 school budget appropriations including instruction and special education
• Amendments to Land Development Regulations regarding residential uses
• Presentation on parking garage and parking lot technology transition plans
• Appointment of Renee DesRoberts to the Solid Waste Management Commission

Historic Preservation Commission

The Biddeford Historic Preservation Commission will review applications for building additions and exterior modifications. The agenda includes reviews for properties on Foss Street and Mt. Vernon Street, as well as a workshop regarding 69 Adams Street.

• Building addition review at 45 Foss Street
• Siding, porch, and structure addition review at 35 Mt. Vernon Street
• Preliminary review for Southern Maine Affordable Housing at 69 Adams Street

Wastewater Management Commission

The agenda consists of standard procedural items and general business categories. The commission will review project updates, staff reports, and unfinished business. No specific projects or financial amounts are detailed in the provided text.

• Project updates
• Staff update

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 city government budget. This session is for discussion purposes regarding the upcoming budget proposal.

• FY22 Proposed City Government Budget discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY22 School Department budget. The meeting also includes discussions on school construction projects and the selection of ComStar for ambulance billing services.

• Public Hearing: FY22 School Department Proposed Budget
• Discussion of School Construction Projects - Local Share
• Authorization/Selection of ComStar for Ambulance Billing Services
• Review of School Department Estimated Revenues

School Committee

The committee will consider several teacher and staff nominations, transfers, and retirements. The agenda also includes reviewing graduation plans, end-of-year activities, and the FY22 ESEA application. An executive session is scheduled for administrative labor contract approval.

• Staff nominations, transfers, and retirements
• FY22 ESEA Application and PLCSS stipends
• Graduation plans and end-of-year activities
• Probationary teacher contracts
• Administrative labor contract approval

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review progress on community engagement efforts and the Comp Plan Climate Module Survey process. The meeting also includes discussions regarding ClearPath/ICLEI membership status and an intern search update.

• Community Engagement and Comp Plan survey updates
• ClearPath/ICLEI membership signup status
• Intern search status update
• Budget request

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will hold a discussion regarding Rates and Minimum Standards. This item is listed under old business for the meeting.

• Discussion regarding Rates and Minimum Standards

Historic Preservation Commission

The Biddeford Historic Preservation Commission will review applications for property modifications at 347 Main Street, 288 Main Street, and 39 Franklin Street. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from April 7 and April 14, 2021.

• Addition review for 347 Main Street
• Siding installation or replacement at 288 Main Street
• Architectural detailing and siding changes at 39 Franklin Street
• Approval of April 7 and April 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to the Zoning Ordinance, including new rules for residential density and accessory dwelling units. The board is also reviewing a conditional use permit for 12 St. Mary’s Street and subdivision applications for Hill Street and Adams Street.

• Public hearing on proposed zoning ordinance amendments
• Conditional Use Permit for Biddeford Christian Ministries at 12 St. Mary’s Street
• 3-lot subdivision for Pine Point Heights, LLC at 253-255 Hill Street
• Site plan and subdivision review for Southern Maine Affordable Housing at 69 Adams Street

Finance Committee

The committee will consider recommendations for bathroom renovations at the Public Works Facility and a flooring project for the J. Richard Martin Community Center. Members will also review the selection of ComStar for ambulance billing services. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on financial reports through April 2021.

• Recommendation for Public Works Facility Bathroom Renovation with Hy-Tech Plumbing, Heating and Mechanical, Inc.
• Approval of J. Richard Martin Community Center Flooring Project
• Selection of ComStar for ambulance billing services
• Update on financial reports through April 2021

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will consider several development agreements, including credit enhancements for Pepperell Mill and Saxon Road. The meeting also includes items regarding ambulance billing services and land development fee amendments.

• Selection of ComStar for ambulance billing services
• Property tax abatement request for Jabez Lane
• CDBG 2019 Action Plan amendment via CARES Act funds
• Credit enhancement for Pepperell Mill Building 11 redevelopment
• Joint Development Agreement for the Diamond Match Project

City Council

This special meeting of the Biddeford City Council includes a roll call and potential agenda adjustments. The council will enter an executive session to discuss economic development proposals and a personnel matter.

• Executive session regarding economic development proposals
• Executive session regarding a personnel matter

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is conducting deliberations regarding the FY22 City Government and School Department budgets. The committee aims to finalize these budgets for submission to the City Council.

• Finalization of FY22 City Government budget for Council submission
• Finalization of FY22 School Department budget for Council submission

Biddeford Police Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed a presentation regarding the Community Oriented Policing and Engagement (COPE) unit. Members discussed how board members could assist with community involvement and understanding of the police department. The February 23, 2021, meeting minutes were accepted.

• Presentation on the COPE unit
• Discussion on community involvement
• Approval of February 23, 2021, meeting minutes

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will hear presentations from Pine Tree Helicopter regarding scenic flights and CHI Aerospace regarding flight training. The agenda also includes an update on Gale Associates and a report from the Airport Manager.

• Pine Tree Helicopter Scenic Flights presentation
• CHI Aerospace - Learn to Fly presentation
• Gale Associates update
• Airport Manager's Report

School Committee

The committee will conduct second readings of various school policies, including those regarding copyright compliance and student appeals. The agenda also includes a budget update and the consideration of staff nominations, appointments, and transfers.

• Second reading of policies for copyright compliance and homeless student appeals
• Budget update
• Nominations for BMS and BHS teaching and psychological staff
• Appointment of a new district-wide custodian
• Staff transfers between BMS and BIS

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will review updates regarding Pearl Street Park, including a second bridge, tower, and survey. The meeting also includes discussions on the Affordable Housing TIF Amendment Update and the Alfred Street Intersection Area.

• Pearl Street Park (bridge, tower, and survey)
• Affordable Housing TIF Amendment Update
• Alfred Street Intersection Area discussion
• VMU Discussion Revisited
• Secretary recruitment discussion

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to conduct deliberations regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 budgets for the City Government and the School Department. The meeting agenda included a roll call and these budget discussions.

• FY22 City Government budget deliberations
• FY22 School Department budget deliberations

Climate Change Task Force

The task force is discussing updates to community engagement efforts and the status of ICLEI membership. The meeting also includes an update on a $3,000 budget request.

• Update on $3,000 budget request
• Review of Comp Plan Climate Change section survey results (100 respondents)
• Status update on Clear Path/ICLEI membership
• Intern search status update

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 budgets for the City Government and the School Department. The meeting includes a review of the budget memo dated April 22, 2021.

• FY22 City Government and School Department budget deliberations

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing to review and approve an amendment to the Year 2 Action Plan for COVID funds. The meeting includes updates on the South & Crescent St. Sidewalk Project and the 2-4 Unit Rehab Program. Discussion topics include the Village Mixed Use Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing for Year 2 Action Plan amendment for COVID funds
• South & Crescent St. Sidewalk Project update
• 2-4 Unit Rehab Program update
• Discussion of Village Mixed Use Ordinance
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan

Planning Board

The Board will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to Zoning Ordinance application fees. It will also consider shoreland zoning permits and conditional use permits for two cannabis manufacturing facilities at 5 Drapeau Street.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance fee amendments
• Shoreland Zoning Permit for 49 Mile Stretch Road
• Conditional Use Permit for Hightech Labs, LLC at 5 Drapeau Street
• Conditional Use Permit for Cloud Manufacturing Holdings LLC at 5 Drapeau Street

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding Casella contamination and food waste composting/oils. The agenda also includes an update to the recycling program ordinance and the Transfer Station yearly report to the D.E.P.

• Update on Casella & Contamination
• Update on Composting Food Waste / Food Waste Cooking Oils
• Ordinance Update for Offenders of Recycling Program
• Transfer Station Yearly Report to D.E.P.
• Discussion regarding a new name for the Commission

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to discuss an update regarding the compensation review process. The committee will also consider the acceptance of minutes from the March 16, 2021 meeting.

• Compensation Review Update
• Acceptance of March 16, 2021 minutes

Finance Committee

The committee will review expenditure warrants for April 13 and April 20, 2021. The agenda also includes approvals for airport hangar roof replacement and St. Louis Field lamp replacement and repair.

• Approval of airport hangar roof replacement
• Approval of St. Louis Field lamp replacement and repair
• Signing of expenditure warrants for April 13 and April 20, 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider a development agreement for the Diamond Match site involving Lord & Harrington, LLC. The agenda also includes an endorsement of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge and approval of Maine Water MPUC Intervener Status. Additionally, the council will review appointments to the Harbor and Solid Waste Management Commissions.

• Development agreement for Diamond Match site/Lord & Harrington, LLC
• Endorsement of National Wildlife Federation Mayors' Monarch Pledge
• Approval of Maine Water MPUC Intervener Status
• Appointment of William MacKeil to Harbor Commission
• Appointment of Lisa Brunelle to Solid Waste Management Commission

Conservation Commission

The commission will review updates on the Natural Resources Inventory and South Street easements. Discussion items include vernal pools in Clifford Park and the use of chemical fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides.

• Vernal pools in Clifford Park
• Use of chemical fertilizers, herbicide, and insecticide
• South Street Easements Update
• Natural Resources Inventory update

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing two applications for work within the MSRD-3 Zone. These items include a remodel and renovation project at 1 Gooch Street and the installation of a new storefront at 128 Main Street.

• Remodel and renovation review for 1 Gooch Street (Tax Map 40, Lot 56)
• New storefront installation review for 128 Main Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 379)

Joint Biddeford-Saco Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Biddeford-Saco Cooperation Committee on April 13, 2021, has been postponed. The agenda included discussions regarding a People Recover Position and a consultant proposal for combined public safety communications.

• People Recover Position
• Consultant Proposal for Combined Public Safety Communications

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will hold a workshop discussion concerning rates and minimum standards. The agenda does not list any items for formal decision or vote.

• Workshop discussion on Rates and Minimum Standards

School Committee

The committee will discuss fall return planning and the draft 2021-2022 school calendar. Members will also conduct first readings of several policies, including those for copyright compliance and budget processes. The agenda includes various staff nominations and resignations.

• Fall return planning and draft 2021-2022 school calendar discussion
• First reading of policies on copyright compliance and homeless student appeals
• Review of policies regarding menu development and private vehicle use
• Revision of policies for budget processes and charter trip regulations
• Personnel updates including staff nominations and resignations

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will discuss updates regarding community engagement tools, including survey processes and public access TV videos. The meeting also includes updates on the intern search and a $3,000 budget request.

• Update on $3,000 budget request
• Community Engagement Survey process update
• ClearPath/ICLEI membership update
• Intern search status update
• SMPDC webinar regarding Four Year Climate Action Plan

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is reviewing an application for a conditional use permit. Joao C. Puati proposes to open a reception and meeting hall at 56B Alfred Street in the MSRD 1 zone.

• Conditional Use Permit for a reception/meeting hall at 56B Alfred Street

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to conduct executive sessions regarding labor contract negotiations for both union and non-union employees. No other public discussion items are listed on this agenda.

• Labor contract negotiations of Non-Union Employees
• Labor contract negotiations of Union Employees

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will conduct committee reviews for two property applications. These include new windows at 41 Birch Street and adding dormers to a dwelling at 45 Foss Street. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the January 13, 2021 meeting.

• New windows for Southern Maine Affordable Housing at 41 Birch Street
• Adding dormers to an existing dwelling at 45 Foss Street by Praetorium, LLC
• Approval of January 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board is reviewing site plans and conditional use permits. This includes development at 20 Pomerleau Street and applications for marijuana cultivation facilities.

• Site plan review for commercial spaces at 20 Pomerleau Street
• Conditional Use Permit for Stoner & Co. at 419 Hill Street
• Conditional Use Permit for Curaleaf Maine Adult Use, Inc. at 5 Drapeau Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review meeting minutes and sign several expenditure warrants. The committee is also scheduled to consider the purchase of two 2021 police cruisers and a pavement marking contract.

• Purchase of (2) 2021 Police Cruisers from Quirk Ford of Augusta, Maine
• Award of Pavement Marking Contract
• Approval of March 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Signing of expenditure warrants for March 11 through April 6, 2021

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will meet to consider several municipal items, including the purchase of two new police cruisers and a rezoning request for 1 Enterprise Drive. The council will also discuss a directive regarding affordable housing and support for a new Maine Turnpike Authority exit.

• Purchase of two 2021 Police Cruisers from Quirk Auto Group
• Rezoning of 1 Enterprise Drive from I-3 to I-1 zone
• Directive to Planning Board regarding Adams Point, LP/Southern Maine Affordable Housing
• Resolution supporting a new Maine Turnpike Authority exit in Biddeford
• Appointment of Katie Tomai to the Solid Waste Management Commission

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee is conducting its first public hearing regarding the proposed FY22 budgets for the City Government and School Department. The committee will also hold deliberations on these budget proposals.

• First public hearing for proposed FY22 City Government and School Department Budgets
• Deliberations on FY22 City Government & School Department Budget

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss proposed 2021.20 residential zoning amendments. These amendments are intended to facilitate and encourage additional housing, specifically more affordable options, in Biddeford.

• Proposed 2021.20 residential zoning amendments for discussion
• Affordable Housing Bonus area proposal

Recreation Commission

The Biddeford Recreation Commission meeting includes an update regarding the dog park. The agenda also covers introductions, approval of minutes, and general discussion.

• Dog Park Update

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will discuss updates regarding Pearl Point and the status of a tower. The meeting also includes discussions on Art Downtown policies and pedestrian safety installations near Foss Street and Alfred Street.

• Pearl Point update
• Status of Tower
• Art Downtown policies
• Pedestrian safety installations at Foss Street & Alfred Street area

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to conduct deliberations for the Fiscal Year 2022 budgets. These discussions cover both the City Government and the School Department.

• FY22 City Government budget deliberations
• FY22 School Department budget deliberations

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee will meet via Zoom for a scheduled discussion. The agenda includes a roll call and a presentation regarding non-general funds.

• Non-General Funds Presentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a workshop featuring a presentation from the Biddeford Conservation Commission regarding a proposed VMU Ordinance. The meeting also includes a discussion on progress and adjustments for the Comprehensive Plan Public Engagement Plan (PEP) Advisory Committee.

• Presentation on Proposed VMU Ordinance by Meaghan Daly
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Public Engagement Plan (PEP) Advisory Committee progress

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The Commission will review updates regarding recycling contamination and tagged cans from Casella. Members will also discuss composting food waste at the Public Works facility and the potential acceptance of a waste oil program.

• Casella recycling contamination and tagged cans update
• Update on composting food waste at Public Works Facility
• Discussion regarding acceptance of Waste Oil Program
• Recycling program ordinance update
• HHW pricing update

Biddeford Police Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a briefing on the Community Oriented Policing and Engagement (COPE) Unit. The agenda also includes the acceptance of minutes from the February 23, 2021, meeting.

• Briefing on the COPE Unit
• Acceptance of February 23, 2021, meeting minutes

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will receive an update from Gale Associates. The meeting includes a discussion regarding various airport facility requirements, such as runway extensions and hangar types.

• Gale Associates Update presentation
• Discussion of runway extension and parallel taxiway
• Discussion of fuel tank and apron reconstruction
• Discussion of terminal building and hangar types
• Discussion of snow removal equipment and buildings

School Committee

The committee will review a budget update and hold discussions regarding the week following the April break. The agenda also includes committee reports and various personnel changes including resignations and one retirement.

• Budget update discussion
• Discussion of the week after April break
• Personnel appointments, resignations, and retirement
• Labor contract negotiations for non-union employees

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing Fiscal Year 2022 budget requests for various municipal service agencies. The meeting includes discussions and presentations from several local organizations and commissions.

• FY22 Municipal Service Agencies Budget Requests
• Biddeford Conservation Commission presentation
• BSOOB Transit budget presentation
• Engine municipal budget presentation
• APEX Youth Connection presentation

Climate Change Task Force

The task force is reviewing community engagement plans, including social media outreach and survey processes for the Comp Plan. Members are also receiving updates on ClearPath/ICLEI membership and a $3,000 budget request.

• Update on $3,000 budget request
• Status of ClearPath/ICLEI membership purchase
• Community engagement via social media and public access TV
• Comp Plan Climate Module Survey Process update
• Intern search status update

City Council

This workshop session consists of a single discussion item regarding a meeting with the state delegation. No other agenda items are listed.

• Meeting with State Delegation

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss suggestions for the Comprehensive Plan draft to share with planning staff. The meeting also includes updates on the Natural Resources Inventory and South Street easements.

• Natural Resources Inventory update
• South Street Easements update
• Comprehensive Plan draft suggestions discussion
• Discussion of vernal pools study and public engagement opportunities

Downtown Development Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items and introductions. No substantive business or projects are scheduled for discussion.

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will hold public hearings regarding the Year 4 Action Plan and an amendment to the Year 2 Action Plan for COVID funds. Updates are scheduled for the South & Crescent Street Sidewalk Project and the 2-4 Unit Rehab Program. The meeting also includes discussions on the Village Mixed Use Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Year 4 Action Plan public hearing
• Year 2 Action Plan amendment for COVID funds
• South & Crescent Street Sidewalk Project update
• 2-4 Unit Rehab Program update
• Village Mixed Use Ordinance discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change from Industrial-3 to Industrial-1 for several properties. The board is also reviewing a conceptual plan for an 18-lot residential subdivision at Winding Creek Lane. Additionally, the meeting includes a final site plan review for commercial spaces on Pomerleau Street.

• Zoning change request for 1 Enterprise Drive and parts of Alfred Street
• Conceptual review of an 18-lot residential subdivision at Winding Creek Lane
• Final site plan review for office, storage, and commercial spaces at 20 Pomerleau Street
• Traffic study consideration for redevelopment at 1 Gooch Street and 59 Elm Street

Personnel Committee

The Biddeford Personnel Committee will discuss Earned Paid Leave contract changes and payouts at separation. The committee is also scheduled to receive an update on the compensation review.

• Earned Paid Leave (EPL) contract changes
• Payouts at separation
• Compensation review update
• Acceptance of February 16, 2021 minutes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review previous meeting minutes and sign an expenditure warrant. The committee is also considering a lease-purchase for loader equipment and a sidewalk reconstruction contract.

• Lease-purchase of 2021 John Deere Loader w/Plow and Wing from Nortrax Equipment
• Contract award for South and Crescent Street Sidewalk Reconstruction Project to Dearborn Brothers Construction, Inc.
• Approval of March 2, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the FY22 School Department Budget and proposed paving projects. The agenda includes decisions on a sidewalk reconstruction contract and equipment lease-purchases. The council will also consider a mutual aid agreement for York County.

• Contract award for South and Crescent Street Sidewalk Reconstruction Project
• Lease-purchase of 2021 John Deere Loader from Nortrax Equipment
• Approval of York County Disaster Mutual Aid Agreement
• Rental of office space in J. Richard Martin Community Center
• FY22 School Department Budget presentation

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee is meeting to assess fiscal year 2022 budget presentations. The session includes reviews of budget proposals from several department heads.

• Police Department/Communications budget presentation
• Fire Department budget presentation
• Human Resources budget presentation
• Finance budget presentation
• Code Enforcement/Inspections budget presentation

School Committee

The Biddeford School Committee is meeting to review the nomination of Martha Jacques as BHS Principal. The agenda also includes a presentation on solar cost savings from Revision Energy and discussions regarding the draft 2021-2022 school calendar. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on vaccinations and in-person learning for grades 9-12.

• Nomination of Martha Jacques as BHS Principal
• Revision Energy solar cost savings presentation
• Review of draft 2021-2022 school calendar
• Vaccination and in-person learning updates for grades 9-12
• Personnel appointments and resignations

Budget Committee

The committee will hear Fiscal Year 2022 budget presentations from several city departments. These presentations include Public Works, Planning & Development, and Information Technology.

• FY22 budget presentation: City Clerk/Elections/Health & Welfare
• FY22 budget presentation: Planning & Development
• FY22 budget presentation: Recreation
• FY22 budget presentation: Public Works/Wastewater Treatment Plant/Engineering
• FY22 budget presentation: Information Technology/GIS

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will discuss results from community engagement surveys, including outreach to elderly and less advantaged residents. Members will also receive updates on the Clear Path Climate Tools purchase, the intern search, and the Comprehensive Plan climate module.

• Community engagement survey results and outreach strategies
• Clear Path Climate Tools purchase update
• Comprehensive Plan Climate Change Module update
• Intern search status update
• Carbon Disclosure Project update

Cultural Coalition

This webinar for municipal leaders focuses on discussing community strengths and areas for improvement. The session also explores current leisure offerings and future visions for arts and cultural activities in the region.

• Discussion of community needs and improvements
• Review of regional entertainment, recreation, and cultural offerings
• Visioning for future arts and cultural activities

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee will conduct an in-depth overview of the proposed FY22 City Government General Funds. The meeting includes a roll call and discussion regarding these funds.

• In-depth overview of FY22 Proposed City Government General Funds

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review conditional use permits for a place of worship at 12 St. Mary's Street and a medical marijuana storefront at 45 Boulder Way. The board will also consider a site plan for redevelopment at 1 Gooch Street and 59 Elm Street. Additionally, the board will discuss proposed amendments to fees and charges.

• Conditional use permit for Biddeford Christian Ministries at 12 St. Mary's Street
• Medical marijuana storefront permit for Blossom Retail, LLC at 45 Boulder Way
• Site plan review for redevelopment at 1 Gooch Street and 59 Elm Street
• Discussion of proposed amendments to LDR Attachment A fees and charges

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a grant application and fund commitment for the Pearl Street Economic Development Administration (EDA) project. The committee will also review the FY20 Audit and Management Letter. Additionally, members will approve February meeting minutes and sign recent expenditure warrants.

• Pearl Street Economic Development Administration (EDA) Grant application
• FY20 Audit and Management Letter
• Expenditure warrants for February 1 through March 2, 2021

City Council

The council will review the proposed FY22 city government budget and the Police Department's 2020 annual report. Agenda items also include a grant application for Pearl Street and an intersection improvement project at Hill, Main, and Water Streets.

• FY22 City Government Proposed Budget presentation
• MDOT Traffic Analysis Report for Hill, Main & Water Street intersection
• Pearl Street Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant application
• HUD Section 504 accessibility compliance agreement
• Appointment of Ari Brandstein to the Board of Assessment Review and Zoning Board of Appeals

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss several documents. The agenda includes reviewing Mark Ward’s draft proposal for a natural resources inventory and the VMU Position Paper. Members will also review progress on the PEP committee fact sheet.

• Review of VMU Position Paper
• Review of Mark Ward’s draft proposal for natural resources inventory
• Review of PEP committee fact sheet progress

Joint Biddeford-Saco Committee

The Biddeford-Saco Cooperation Committee will discuss updates on dispatch operations and review initiatives regarding opioid recovery staff grant funding. The committee will also discuss a new initiative for a joint harbormaster position.

• Discussion Regarding Dispatch Operations
• Discussion on Joint Harbormaster Position
• Discussion on Opioid Recovery Staff Grant Funding

Cultural Coalition

This webinar is a discussion session for the Cultural Coalition's Artist/Makers group. The meeting focuses on gathering input about community improvements and future cultural offerings.

• Discussion of community needs and improvements
• Review of regional leisure and cultural offerings
• Visioning for future arts and cultural activities

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 22 regarding marijuana facility licensing requirements. The committee will also review and accept the minutes from the November 19, 2020 meeting.

• Discussion of amendments to Chapter 22 regarding marijuana facility licensing requirements
• Acceptance of November 19, 2020, Policy Committee meeting minutes

Airport Commission

The Biddeford Airport Commission will review chapters 1 through 4 of the Airport Master Plan. The meeting also includes the nomination and election of a Vice Chair.

• Nomination and election of Vice Chair
• Airport Master Plan Review (Chapters 1 to 4)
• Runway Project outstanding items
• Tree clearing

Biddeford Police Advisory Committee

The Biddeford Police Advisory Committee will review minutes from the January 20, 2021, meeting. The agenda includes an explanation of the CALEA process by Jim Emerson and a discussion regarding the compilation of arrest data related to bias information.

• Explanation of CALEA process
• Compilation of arrest data (bias information)
• Review of January 20, 2021 minutes

School Committee

The committee will review the FY 22 draft budget overview and the BRCOT cooperative agreement. The agenda also includes a proposal for increased in-person learning for grades 5 through 12.

• Draft FY 22 budget overview
• Proposal to increase in-person learning for grades 5-12
• BRCOT cooperative agreement review
• School reopening presentation for BHS, COT, and APC
• Appointments of Bradley Johnson and Elandra Call

Cultural Coalition

The Cultural Coalition is conducting a webinar to discuss the role of arts and culture in Biddeford. The session focuses on identifying community improvements, current leisure offerings, and future cultural goals.

• Discussion of community needs and improvements
• Review of regional leisure and cultural offerings
• Visioning for future arts and cultural activities

Climate Change Task Force

The Biddeford Climate Change Task Force is discussing community engagement survey results and the purchase of ClearPath Climate Tools. The meeting includes updates on the Comprehensive Plan climate change module and intern search status. New business items include the Carbon Disclosure Project and grant fundraising updates.

• Community Engagement Survey Monkey results discussion
• ClearPath Climate Tools purchase update
• Comprehensive Plan climate change module update
• Intern search status and UNE internship coordination
• Carbon Disclosure Project and grant fundraising updates

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold elections for its officers. The agenda includes reviews of a VMU rezoning position paper and the status of the Comp Plan PEP. Members will also discuss support for additional Planning & Development staff for natural resources.

• Election of Officers
• VMU Rezoning Position Paper review
• Mark Ward project status update
• Comp Plan PEP Status update
• Support for additional Planning & Development Staff: Natural Resources

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will receive updates on the South & Crescent Street Sidewalk Project and the 2-4 Unit Rehab Program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan and CDBG CV3.

• South & Crescent Street Sidewalk Project site walk review
• 2-4 Unit Rehab Program update
• Service Hub update
• CDBG CV3 discussion
• Comprehensive Plan discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a shoreland zoning resubmittal regarding the property at 1 Sea Spray Drive. This item involves a determination of greatest practical extent for Linda Nash and Steve Rosenfield. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from February 3, 2021.

• Shoreland zoning determination at 1 Sea Spray Drive (Tax Map 67, Lot 26-1)
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from February 3, 2021

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding Casella, including contamination and an audit by Erica Baily. The meeting also includes discussions about composting food waste at the Public Works Facility and the acceptance of fats, oils, and grease.

• Casella update and contamination discussion
• Casella audit update by Erica Baily
• Update on composting food waste at Public Works Facility
• Discussion regarding the acceptance of fats, oils, and grease

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss updates to the Maine Earned Paid Leave Law handbook. The committee is also scheduled to review city vacancies and training briefs.

• Maine Earned Paid Leave Law handbook updates
• Review of vacancies
• Discussion of training briefs
• Acceptance of minutes from December 15-20

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a special meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). The agenda is limited to this presentation and roll call.

• Presentation of the FY2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)

City Council

The City Council will consider an order regarding the effective date for marijuana-related establishment land use amendments. The agenda also includes presentations on a community garden at Rotary Park and property valuations. Additionally, the council will review appointments to the Downtown Development Commission and Recreation Commission.

• Order 2021.19: Approval/extension of effective date for marijuana-related establishment land use amendments
• Presentation on Community Garden at Rotary Park
• Property valuation update presentation
• Appointment of Anne Nadzo to the Downtown Development Commission
• Appointment of Liam LaFountain to the Recreation Commission

City Council

The City Council scheduled a workshop to discuss development opportunities. The provided agenda does not list specific projects, locations, or costs.

• Development opportunities discussion

School Committee

The School Committee is considering a proposal to increase in-person learning. The agenda also includes updates on athletic game play, stipend recommendations, and a draft budget update. Additionally, several school policies are up for second readings.

• Proposal to increase in-person learning
• Consideration of athletic game play and stipend recommendations
• Draft budget update
• Second reading of various school policies
• Appointment of two custodians

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will discuss next steps regarding Pearl Point. The meeting also includes a budget discussion.

• Pearl Point next steps
• Budget discussion

Planning Board

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding zoning amendments to the Historic Preservation Ordinance. They will also conduct a final site plan review for a three-unit condominium development at 45 Hill Street. Additionally, members will discuss residential density bonuses in the MSRD-2 zone and other zones.

• Public hearing on Historic Preservation Ordinance amendments
• Final site plan review for 3-unit townhouse at 45 Hill Street
• Discussion of residential density bonuses in the MSRD-2 zone

Finance Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project involving Apex Corporation, Inc. Members will also discuss authorization for City Hall janitorial services and review Biddeford Arena financials.

• Recommendation for Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project (Apex Corporation, Inc.)
• Authorization for Janitorial Services for City Hall
• Review of Biddeford Arena Financials

City Council

The council will review transit updates, sewage projects, and COVID-19 vaccination accessibility. Agenda items also include marijuana facility licensing amendments and the extension of temporary outdoor dining.

• Property tax abatement for land off Granite Street
• Acceptance of Whitewater Drive as a public way
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project authorization with Apex Corporation, Inc.
• Marijuana facility licensing requirement amendments
• Extension of temporary outdoor restaurant and retail operations

Conservation Commission

The agenda consists of high-level discussion topics regarding VMU Planning Board notes and a position paper. The meeting also includes items related to the COMP PLAN and PEP Advisory Committee.

• VMU Planning Board Notes
• VMU Position Paper
• COMP PLAN
• PEP Advisory Committee

School Committee

The committee will discuss upcoming remote instruction for February 22-26 and the direction of future flex days. Members will also consider several policy changes regarding English language learners and public complaints. Additionally, the board will review staff nominations and appointments.

• Discussion of Remote Week scheduled for February 22-26
• Review of Biddeford High School sports and music safety guidelines
• First reading of policies to adopt or strike regarding English language learners and public complaints
• Nomination of Jessica Wasco as School Nurse at JFK
• Appointment of Catherine Fecteau as a part-time library and bus aide

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will discuss its 2021 goals and provide a survey update. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Main Street Open and the fiscal year 2022 budget.

• 2021 Goals
• Survey Update
• Main Street Open Update
• FY 2022 Budget

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will vote on its official team charter and continue discussions regarding community engagement. The meeting also includes updates on climate tool approvals and discussions about carbon accounting training.

• Vote to approve the Team Charter
• Discussion of the 'Carbon Cashback' initiative by Citizens Climate Lobby
• Status update on ClearPath and TEMPERATE Climate Tools approval meeting with Mayor Brad F
• Recruitment for two additional team members
• Discussion regarding carbon accounting and possible training sessions

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss Biddeford Pool water testing and natural resource database language. Members will also review updates regarding the South Street corridor and the new comprehensive plan.

• Biddeford Pool water testing update
• Mark Ward proposal for a South Street Corridor natural resource index
• South Street Village VMU subcommittee update
• New Comprehensive Plan status update
• Election of officers

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes and hear a presentation regarding Biddeford Community Gardens. Discussion items include CDBG CV3 and the COMP PLAN.

• Presentation: Biddeford Community Gardens
• Discussion of CDBG CV3
• Discussion of COMP PLAN
• Committee member recruitment/nominations

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board will review applications for shoreland zoning and a new subdivision. This includes a site plan review for a three-unit townhouse project on Hill Street and a shoreland zoning determination for 1 Sea Spray Drive.

• 3-unit 'Townhouse' style condominium project at 45 Hill Street
• Shoreland Zoning Determination for 1 Sea Spray Drive
• Approval of the December 16, 2020, meeting minutes

Biddeford Police Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a briefing on selected topical areas, including setting expectations and appointing a scribe. The agenda also includes discussions regarding future meetings and the Citizens Policy Academy (CPA).

• Appointment of a scribe
• Committee direction and expectations
• Citizens Policy Academy (CPA)

Finance Committee

The committee will review minutes from the January 7 meeting and sign expenditure warrants for December 2020. Members will also discuss approving a truck plow purchase and MetroQuest software for the Planning & Development Office.

• Purchase of plow for Ford F-250 from Weirs Motors
• Purchase of MetroQuest Software Program for Planning & Development Office
• Approval of January 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Signing of December 18 and December 30, 2020 expenditure warrants

Conservation Commission

This meeting covers procedural items including VMU Planning Board notes, a position paper, the Comprehensive Plan, and the PEP Advisory Committee. The agenda provides no specific details regarding proposed actions or decisions.

• VMU Planning Board notes
• VMU position paper
• Comprehensive Plan
• PEP Advisory Committee

City Council

The City Council will discuss the first year of implementation for the city's five-year housing goals. The agenda includes second readings for marijuana establishment regulations and updates to contract zones. Additionally, the council will consider a mutual aid agreement for the Public Works Department.

• Second reading of amendments to marijuana establishment regulations
• Reconsideration of authorization for the Saco-Lowell TIF district
• Directive to Planning Board regarding 420 Alfred Street
• Discussion of five-year housing goals implementation plan
• Approval of a Public Works Department mutual aid agreement

City Council

The City Council workshop agenda contains a single discussion item regarding a Municipal Family Meeting. No other business or decisions are listed for this session.

• Municipal Family Meeting

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a special meeting for a site visit of the former Diamond Match property. The agenda contains no other substantive business beyond roll call and adjournment.

• Site visit of the former Diamond Match property

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review applications for property modifications. These include installing kitchen exhaust duct work at 316 Main Street and changing windows and doors at 50 Washington Street. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from December 2020.

• Kitchen exhaust duct work installation at 316 Main Street
• Window and door changes at 50 Washington Street
• Approval of December 9 and 16, 2020 meeting minutes

Wastewater Management Commission

The commission will review a DEP Needs Study related to incidents at Horrigans Court and Water Street. Members will also receive progress updates on the Foss Street, Lower Main Street, and Saint Mary Street sewer projects. Additionally, staff will provide reports on the Water Street and Biddeford Pool treatment plants.

• DEP Needs Study regarding Horrigans Court and Water St incidents
• Foss Street Separation Project update
• Lower Main Street Sewer Separation Project update
• CSO Vault and CSO Program updates
• Water Street and Biddeford Pool Treatment Plant staff updates

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board is meeting to review the Public Engagement Plan (PEP) with the PEP Advisory Committee. This session involves reviewing the PEP Advisory Committee Summary document as part of the Comp-Plan process.

• Review of Public Engagement Plan (PEP)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Biddeford City Council. The agenda consists only of roll call and closed-door executive sessions regarding economic development, a personnel issue, and consultation with the City Attorney.

• Executive session for economic development
• Executive session regarding a personnel issue
• Executive session to consult with the City Attorney

School Committee

The Biddeford School Committee will review updates regarding ESSER II funds, vocational funding, and potential educational bills. The committee will also address several staff appointments and resignations.

• Update on ESSER II Funds
• Discussion of vocational funding and sending communities
• Review of potential educational bills
• Appointment of Shawn Hasty Jr as Full Custodian at BMS
• Appointment of Kelly Robinson as Part-Time Custodian at BHS

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will discuss next steps for the Pearl Point project and establish 2021 goals and areas of focus. The agenda also includes discussions regarding membership.

• Pearl Point next steps
• 2021 goals/areas of focus
• Membership discussion

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission Sub-Committee agenda is sparse, consisting only of several planning topics. These include VMU Planning Board notes, a position paper, the comp plan, and the PEP Advisory Committee.

• VMU PLANNING BOARD NOTES
• VMU POSITION PAPER
• COMP PLAN
• PEP ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will discuss Clearpath and Temperate Climate tools. The meeting also includes a review of the draft team charter and plans for regional coordination and community engagement.

• Discussion of Clearpath & Temperate Climate tools
• Review of the draft team charter
• Outreach to Portland and South Portland sustainability coordinators
• Community engagement planning with Danica Lamontagne

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee will review recommendations for a wastewater treatment plant revenue bond and new DPW vehicles. The meeting also includes discussions regarding copier service contracts and housing rehabilitation specialist services.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant Revenue Bond recommendation
• Purchase of Department of Public Works pickup truck
• Purchase of plow truck from Freightliner of Maine, Inc.
• Contract adjustment with Business Equipment Unlimited/Photocopiers
• 3-year CDBG contract award for Rehabilitation Specialist Services

City Council

The council will consider amendments to land development regulations regarding marijuana establishments and zoning changes. Items for authorization include purchasing new vehicles for the Department of Public Works and a $1,500,000 wastewater treatment plant revenue bond. Presentations are also scheduled regarding a social worker position for the police department.

• $1,500,000 Wastewater Treatment Plant Revenue Bond with Biddeford Savings
• Amendments to Land Development Regulations for marijuana establishments
• Deletion of Contract Zone #8 at 72 Hill Street and 37 Pool Street
• Purchase of a pickup truck for the Department of Public Works
• Award of a 3-year CDBG contract for rehabilitation specialist services

Conservation Commission

The agenda for this Conservation Commission Sub Committee meeting is sparse. It includes discussions regarding VMU Planning Board notes, a VMU position paper, and the Comprehensive Plan.

• VMU planning board notes
• VMU position paper
• Comprehensive Plan