Biddeford public meetings in 2022

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee will review a subdivision amendment for the property at 50 Adams Street. The proposal seeks to convert commercial space into three residential apartments. The meeting is also scheduled to collect public comments regarding this application.

• Subdivision Amendment to convert commercial space into 3 residential apartments at 50 Adams Street

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the Year 5 Action Plan. The committee is also scheduled to vote on officer positions, including Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Additionally, members will discuss emergency repair program guidelines.

• Public hearing for Year 5 Action Plan amendments
• Vote for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary positions
• Discussion of emergency repair program guidelines
• Update on CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates on contamination and recommendations regarding the enforcement of recycling violations. Members will also review proposed changes to transfer station hours and parking rules for waste trucks.

• Enforcement of recycling violations
• New D.E.P. permit for food waste and cooking oil composting at Public Works Facility
• Proposed new hours for the transfer station
• No parking rules for waste and recycling trucks

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss a recruitment and retention plan. The committee is also scheduled to accept the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting.

• Recruitment/retention plan discussion
• Acceptance of November 8, 2022 minutes

City Council

The council will consider a second reading of the Shoreland Zoning Amendment and the adoption of a General Assistance Model Ordinance. The agenda also includes an amendment to the Saco-Lowell Joint Development Agreement and a contract extension for City Manager James Bennett.

• Second reading of Shoreland Zoning Amendment
• Adoption of General Assistance Model Ordinance
• Extension of City Manager James Bennett's contract
• Amendment to Saco-Lowell Joint Development Agreement
• Liquor license approval for 404 Elm Otto LLC

Recreation Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items and an update regarding the dog park. Other agenda topics include introductions and general discussion.

• Dog Park Update
• Approval of Minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review draft conservation easements for the Andrews Road Project at 588 & 590 Alfred Street. Members will also provide feedback on various drafts of the 2022 Biddeford Comprehensive Plan Update. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on planning board items and the Route 111 South Street Feasibility Study.

• Review of draft conservation easements for 588 & 590 Alfred Street
• Feedback on 2022 Biddeford Comprehensive Plan drafts
• Planning Board updates for Hidden Hills and 81 Guinea Road
• Route 111 South Street Feasibility Study update
• Climate Change Task Force Race to Zero Pledge resolution

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss and provide feedback on several draft chapters of the city's Comprehensive Plan. The review includes sections regarding land use, housing, economy, and climate change.

• Review of Future Land Use Plan and maps
• Discussion of Housing chapter draft
• Review of Economy chapter draft
• Review of Climate Change chapter draft
• Review of Vision and Regional Coordination chapters

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will discuss traffic calming options for May Street, including one-way designs and speed tables. The committee will also review the city's disability parking policy and state limits on local firearm regulations.

• May Street Traffic Calming Review (including Concept A, B, and C)
• Disability Parking Policy Review
• Review of MRS Title 12, §13201 regarding firearms regulation limits

School Committee

The School Committee will review updates regarding Biddeford High School and school safety. The agenda also includes personnel appointments, transfers, and resignations. Reports from the finance, curriculum, and policy committees are scheduled for review.

• Updates on Biddeford High School and school safety
• Appointment of David Lamontagne as a full-time van driver
• Appointment of Elizabeth Welch as JFK Admin Assistant
• Transfer of Bradley Johnson to Lead Custodian
• Resignations of Cassandra Williams and Jeremy Goulet

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the November 14 meeting. Members will discuss finalizing the DEI calendar, setting 2023 goals, and addressing ADA compliance. The committee will also coordinate 2023 meeting dates around Budget Committee conflicts.

• Finalizing the DEI Calendar
• Discussion on ADA Compliance
• Setting 2023 Goals
• Reviewing 2023 meeting dates regarding Budget Committee conflicts

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will discuss a draft Climate Change chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. Members will also review updates from the Community Outreach Subcommittee and a draft communication plan. The meeting includes planning for the City Council vote on the ICLEI Race to Zero resolution.

• Draft Climate Change chapter for the Comprehensive Plan
• Community Outreach Subcommittee report and communication plan
• Planning for the City Council vote on the ICLEI Race to Zero resolution
• Upcoming ICLEI training events
• Approval of October 24, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two residential development projects. The board is considering a revised site plan for 216 units at 588 & 590 Alfred Street and a subdivision request for a 195-unit manufactured housing park at 413 South Street.

• Public hearing for 216 residential units at 588 & 590 Alfred Street
• Public hearing for Hidden Hills, a 195-unit manufactured housing park at 413 South Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 2, 8, and 16, 2022

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and consider approving a response to the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the FY2024 Commercial Revaluation. The committee is also scheduled to approve meeting minutes and sign an expenditure warrant.

• Response to Commercial Revaluation FY2024 RFP
• Signing of the expenditure warrant

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will consider a shoreland zoning amendment and an award for commercial revaluations to KRT Appraisal. The agenda also includes public hearings for liquor licenses and reviews of fire lane amendments. Additionally, the council will review several appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Shoreland zoning amendment
• Commercial revaluation award to KRT Appraisal
• Liquor license for Maggie Murphy's Restaurant, LLC
• Fire lane amendments to Chapter 30
• Climate Task Force Race to Zero Pledge approval

School Committee

The committee will review several policy changes regarding volunteers, FMLA, and student harassment. The agenda also includes updates on BPS construction and the COT Grant. Additionally, first readings for overnight field trip proposals are scheduled.

• First reading of overnight field trip proposals for wrestling and Puerto Rico
• Second reading of policies to adopt, strike, or replace regarding volunteers and FMLA
• Second reading of policy revisions for English Language Learners and student harassment
• Review of Support Staff Salary Schedules/Overtime
• Updates on BPS Construction and the COT Grant

Recreation Commission

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

• Dog Park Update

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will vote on a new chairperson and approve revisions to its ordinance. The commission will also discuss establishing a mission, an annual work plan, and potential activities such as wayfinding or public markets. An update on the Public Art Ordinance will be provided.

• Vote for new DDC chairperson
• Approval of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Vote to accept revisions to the DDC Ordinance
• Update on the new Public Art Ordinance
• Discussion regarding a Farmer's Market or Public Market

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss whether to target timely projects or larger, long-term initiatives. Members will also review the spending timeline through May 2024 and discuss the Social Services Plan.

• Discussion of project targeting (timely vs. long-term)
• Review of spending timeline through May 2024
• Social Services Plan discussion
• Update on CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

Planning Board

The Board will hold a public hearing to recommend a zoning amendment creating the Waterfront Renaissance District between Pearl Street and the Saco Industrial Railroad Bridge. This change would allow new mixed-use development within the shoreland zone. The meeting also includes a workshop regarding the Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement.

• Public hearing for Waterfront Renaissance District zoning amendment
• Review of minutes from South Street Village, Hidden Hills Subdivision site walk
• Workshop on the Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement and Future Land Use Plan

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss recycling contamination levels and recommendations for Public Works to enforce a 3 strike rule. The agenda also includes an update on the D.E.P. permit at the landfill.

• Update on recycling contamination
• Recommendations for Public Works 3 strike rule enforcement
• D.E.P. permit update at the landfill
• Commission roster changes regarding city email use

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee will consider a consultant agreement for the Municipal Airport with Gale Associates Inc. The committee will also review a proposal for a website redesign.

• Consultant agreement with Gale Associates Inc. for the Municipal Airport
• Website redesign quote from CivicPlus
• Approval of November 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Signing of the expenditure warrant

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Biddeford Climate Task Force's Race to Zero Resolution. This discussion follows presentations and memos from October 18, 2022.

• Discussion of the Race to Zero Resolution

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing regarding FY23 General Assistance maximums. Members are also considering an agreement with Gale Associates Inc. for municipal airport consulting and amendments to fire lane regulations.

• Public hearing for FY23 General Assistance maximums
• Approval of Municipal Airport Consultant Agreement with Gale Associates Inc.
• Amendment to Chapter 30 regarding fire lanes
• Presentation on school building plans by Superintendent Jeremy Ray
• Appointment of Kristy Cyr as City Clerk

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Biddeford Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is scheduled to review a recreation presentation and discuss next steps. The meeting also includes a review of community diversity calendar examples and a discussion regarding future DEI training.

• Review of Recreation Presentation
• Diversity Calendar examples
• Future DEI Training

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will review meeting minutes from September 26, 2022, and receive a budget report. The agenda includes discussions on community outreach updates and an upcoming City Council workshop regarding the ICLEI Race to Zero resolution. A presentation on electric vehicle trends is also scheduled.

• Approval of September 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Report-out on November 2 transportation decarbonization workshop
• Discussion of ICLEI Race to Zero resolution workshop
• Presentation on electric vehicle trends and aftermarket options

Wastewater Management Commission

The Biddeford Wastewater Management Commission will review the Sewer Impact Fees Table and receive updates on Center Street and Horrigan's Court projects. The meeting also includes updates on the CSO Program and various treatment plants.

• Review of Sewer Impact Fees Table
• Center Street and Horrigan's Court project updates
• CSO Program update
• Water Street Treatment Plant staff update
• Biddeford Pool Treatment Plant staff update

School Committee

The committee will discuss October enrollment numbers for PK-12 and CTE students and the timeline for a vocational building addition. The agenda also includes first readings of various policies regarding student volunteers, family medical leave, and harassment guidelines.

• Review of October PK-12 and CTE enrollment numbers
• Timeline for the Vocational Building Addition
• First reading of policies regarding FMLA and Maine Family Medical Leave
• Review of policies on student harassment, Title IX, and video surveillance
• Staff appointments and resignations including BMS athletic stipends and district-wide nurse stipends

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss a brief concerning non-union bonuses. An executive session is also scheduled to address a union negotiation matter.

• Non-union bonus discussion
• Executive session for union negotiation matter

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a final subdivision plan to create five lots at 355 Pool Street. The board will also consider a shoreland zoning permit application for an under soil drain filter at 26 Morin Street.

• Review of a five-lot subdivision plan at 355 Pool Street
• Shoreland zoning permit application for an under soil drain filter at 26 Morin Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site walk at the Hidden Hills Subdivision located at 413 South Street. The Biddeford Conservation Commission is invited to attend this session.

• Site walk at Hidden Hills Subdivision, 413 South Street

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee met to approve October 18, 2022, minutes and sign an expenditure warrant. The committee also reviewed quotes for the purchase and installation of a flagpole at City Hall.

• Approval of October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Award of contract for flagpole purchase and installation at City Hall
• Review of quotes from Gorham Flag Center, Technology International, Bailey Sign, and Gorham Sand & Gravel

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Police Chief recruitment process. The agenda also includes discussions on accepting Cricket Lane as a public way and reviewing no trespassing policies for the Andrews Rd. Landfill.

• Public hearing on Police Chief recruitment process
• Acceptance of Cricket Lane as a public way
• Review of no trespassing policy for Andrews Rd. Landfill
• Discussion regarding Flag Display Appeal
• Committee-of-the-Whole meeting on Special Assessment District

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss final recommendations for allocations regarding homelessness response, ADA, and the facade program. Members will also review the final plan for Apex and a report to present to City Council. Updates on CDBG programs and the ADA transition plan are also scheduled.

• Allocation recommendations for homelessness response (White Star and tiny houses)
• Discussion of Williams Court lighting and the facade program
• Review of the final plan for Apex
• Approval of a report to City Council regarding ward meetings
• Updates on CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

School Committee

The committee will review the minutes from October 12, 2022, and consider various staff appointments, resignations, and transfers. The agenda also includes an enrollment update presentation and a first reading of revisions to policy ADDA-R regarding transgender student guidelines.

• First reading of revisions to policy and procedure ADDA-R (Transgender Students Guidelines)
• Presentation on “Somedays” enrollment update
• Appointments for BMS 7th Grade Field Hockey Coach and Social Studies Curriculum Leader stipends
• Staffing changes including Ed Tech, maintenance, and driver appointments

Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force

The Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force will discuss inclusionary zoning proposals and identify non-monetary tools to support affordable housing. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 27, 2022, meeting.

• Review, discussion, and action on inclusionary zoning proposals
• Discussion of non-monetary tools to support affordable housing
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 27, 2022

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will discuss several municipal policy items. Topics include disability parking reviews, public access to the Andrews Road Landfill, and retail cannabis policy direction. The committee will also review a draft order for establishing fire lanes.

• Disability parking policy review
• Public access to Andrews Road Landfill
• Retail cannabis policy direction
• Draft order for establishing fire lanes
• Firearms ordinance no discharge zone map review

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will discuss subcommittee protocols and community outreach reports. The agenda includes updates on ICLEI decarbonization training sessions and upcoming cohort activities. Members will also discuss the approved City Council resolution regarding coastal climate planning.

• Review of ICLEI Race to Zero resolution following a 6-3 vote
• Discussion of the approved Coastal Climate Planning and Jetty Refurbishment resolution
• Update on Thatcher Brook Water Shed Working Group Phase 3 entry
• Transportation Decarbonization training scheduled for Nov. 2

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review Planning Board items including a site visit report and legal opinion regarding density for Hidden Hills. The agenda also includes updates on several property reviews and proposed subdivisions. Additionally, the body will discuss budget invoices and project proposals.

• Hidden Hills: Review of site visit report, invoice, and attorney opinion on density
• Review of Devine Capital LLC applications for 588 & 590 Alfred Street
• Updates on Guinea Road and Newtown Road proposed subdivisions
• Approval of July 21 and August 18 meeting minutes
• Discussion of budget invoices and Moors Brook Block Projects proposals

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed Shoreland Zoning Ordinance amendment to create a 'Waterfront Renaissance' District. This change would allow mixed-use development in a portion of the Downtown area between Saco Industrial Railroad Bridge and Pearl Street. The board will also continue a review of a 5-lot subdivision plan at 355 Pool Street.

• Proposed 'Waterfront Renaissance' District zoning amendment
• Continuation of public hearing for 5-lot subdivision at 355 Pool Street

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding recycling contamination and the tagging of recycling bins. Members will also review a new composting permit through the D.E.P. at the Public Works Recycling Facility.

• Update on recycling contamination
• Update on tagging of recycling bins
• New composting permit through D.E.P. at Public Works Recycling Facility
• Update on recycling program offenders
• Commission roster changes regarding city email access

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is meeting to conduct an executive session regarding labor negotiations. The agenda also includes a discussion on retention initiatives.

• Labor negotiations in executive session
• Retention initiatives

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a proposal for Police Chief recruiting services from GovHR. The committee will also review an investment update and approve minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting.

• GovHR Police Chief Recruitment proposal
• Investment Update
• Approval of October 4, 2022, Finance Committee minutes

City Council

The City Council will vote on the allocation of undesignated ARPA funds and a TIF agreement transfer for 60 Barra Road. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding net zero carbon emissions, land conservation, and the South Street Connector project. Additionally, the council will review amendments to parking and recycling regulations.

• Allocation of undesignated ARPA funds
• Transfer of TIF agreement for 60 Barra Road
• Resolution for Net Zero Carbon Emissions in Biddeford by 2050
• Maine Water Company 250-acre conservation easement plan
• No Parking amendment for St. Joseph Street

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will review a proposed Public Art Ordinance and discuss revisions to the existing DDC Ordinance. The meeting also includes a budget report and updates regarding commissioner resignations and new members.

• Review of Proposed Public Art Ordinance
• Revisions to Existing DDC Ordinance
• Resignation of Current Commissioner
• Approval of August 2022 Minutes

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will review a proposed Public Art Ordinance and discuss revisions to the existing DDC ordinance. The meeting also includes the resignation of a current commissioner and the welcome of a new member.

• Resignation of current Commissioner
• Welcome of new DDC member
• Review of Proposed Public Art Ordinance
• Review of revisions to existing DDC ordinance
• Approval of August 2022 minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review proposed exterior alterations at 25 Union Street #2 and window replacements at 140 Elm Street. The meeting also includes accepting public comment on the nomination of 1 Gooch Street and 30 Gooch Street to the National Register of Historic Places.

• Exterior alterations review for 25 Union Street #2
• Window replacement review for 140 Elm Street
• Public comment on National Register nominations for 1 Gooch Street and 30 Gooch Street

Shellfish Conservation Committee

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

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review transportation projects. The session includes a joint meeting with the Planning Board to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update regarding future land use.

• Transportation Projects Review
• Joint Meeting of City Council & Planning Board: Comprehensive Plan Update - Future Land Use

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board will review several subdivision and development plans. These include a residential project on Alfred Street and affordable housing at 69 Elm Street. The board will also consider new condominium units on Newtown Road and a five-lot subdivision on Pool Street.

• 216 residential units at 588 & 590 Alfred Street
• 13 affordable rental units at 69 Elm Street
• 11-unit condominium development at 37 Newtown Road
• 5-lot subdivision at 355 Pool Street

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee will review the minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting and sign the expenditure warrant. The committee is also scheduled to discuss and consider approval of additional funds for a Ford electric vehicle pickup truck.

• Approval of additional funds for Ford Electric Vehicle Pickup Truck
• Approval of September 20, 2022, Finance Committee meeting minutes
• Signing of the expenditure warrant

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will review an interim report from the Affordable Housing Task Force. The council will also consider amendments regarding city ward reapportionment, parking on St. Joseph Street, and recycling program noncompliance. Additionally, a resolution for the South Side Jetty Maintenance Plan is up for acceptance.

• Affordable Housing Task Force Interim Report presentation
• Liquor license application for The Pint and Pawn, LLC
• Amendment for city ward reapportionment
• No parking amendment for St. Joseph Street
• South Side Jetty Maintenance Plan resolution

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will conduct a review of the Recreation Department with Director Carl Walsh. This discussion includes various recreation program workbooks and financial aid information. The meeting also includes a follow-up on Rev. Shirley Bowen's presentation.

• Review of Recreation Department programs and workbooks
• Acceptance of September 12 meeting minutes
• Follow-up on Rev. Shirley Bowen's presentation

Airport Commission

The commission will introduce new member Parker Montano and new Airport Manager John Taylor. The meeting includes updates on Gale Associates projects, the airport consultant RFP, and winter preparations.

• Introduction of new Commission Member Parker Montano
• Introduction of new Airport Manager John Taylor
• Update on Gale Associates projects
• Update on RFP for Airport Consultant
• Discussion of winter preparations and upcoming projects

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee will hold a public hearing to take comments on a site plan review for Southern Maine Health Care. The proposal includes building a new bus stop structure and adding access sidewalks to the existing hospital at 1 Medical Center Drive.

• Public hearing for SMHC site plan review
• Construction of a new bus stop structure
• Addition of access sidewalks to the existing hospital

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes from August 24 and receive updates on the Apex program and allocation priorities. Discussions will also include the Homeless Task Force project, Williams court improvements, and ADA upgrades.

• Update on Apex program
• Review of allocation deadlines and expenditure amounts
• Homeless Task Force project update
• Williams court and ADA improvements
• CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

School Committee

The committee will review staff appointments and resignations. Members will also receive information regarding vocational construction grant plans, mobile computer science labs, and enrollment updates.

• Appointments for various positions including bus aide and educational technicians
• Resignations of several teachers and support staff
• Information on Vocational Construction Grant floor plans and 3D plans
• Update on Mobile Computer Science Labs
• Executive session discussion regarding Educational Technician labor contracts

Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force

The Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force will discuss an interim report and the details of inclusionary zoning. The meeting also includes approval of meeting minutes from August 23, 2022.

• Approval of August 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion and potential approval of the interim report
• Discussion regarding details of Inclusionary Zoning

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will hear a presentation on community engagement from the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve. Members will also discuss budget clarity, strategic planning timelines, and social media protocols. Additionally, the group will review upcoming climate-related workshops and cohort activities.

• Presentation on community outreach by Jessica Brunacini
• Subcommittee reports on budget and strategic planning
• Updates on community outreach and social media protocols
• Discussion of upcoming climate workshops and cohort events
• Report on a phishing attempt using city email

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a final application for the 19-lot West Brook Subdivision on Winding Creek Lane. The board will also hear comments regarding a requested conservation easement on land from an E & R Development Corp land swap. Additionally, a workshop is scheduled to discuss progress on the City's Future Land Use Plan.

• Final application for 19-lot West Brook Subdivision on Winding Creek Lane
• Request for conservation easement on land from E & R Development Corp land swap
• Workshop regarding the City’s Future Land Use Plan and Comprehensive Plan template

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding recycling contamination and the tagging of recycling bins. The meeting also includes reviews of a new D.E.P. composting permit at the Public Works Facility and the recent Household Hazardous Waste Day.

• Update on recycling contamination
• Update on tagging of recycling bins
• New D.E.P. composting permit at Public Works Facility
• Review of September 10 Household Hazardous Waste Day
• Addition of Gregg Shapiro to the commission roster

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Nonunion Handbook holiday section and the Airport Manager level. The agenda also includes reviews of workers compensation modification rates, wellness initiatives, and a recruitment update.

• Edits to Nonunion Handbook holiday section
• Airport Manager level discussion
• Workers Comp Mod Rate review
• Wellness Initiatives discussion
• Recruitment Update

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee is reviewing several recommendations for municipal equipment purchases. These include a fire department command vehicle and snow removal equipment for the municipal airport.

• Recommendation to purchase Fire Department Command Vehicle from Bill Dodge Buick GMC
• Recommendation to purchase snow removal equipment for Biddeford Municipal Airport from United Construction & Forestry
• Recommendation to purchase a grader with wing and winter tires

City Council

The council will review updates on sewer projects and the Pearl Point Park concept plan. Items for consideration include ward reapportionment, density bonus amendments, and equipment purchases for the fire department and municipal airport.

• Reapportionment of City Wards
• Amendment to Land Development Regulations regarding Density Bonus
• Purchase of Fire Department Command Vehicle from Bill Dodge Buick GMC
• Purchase of snow removal equipment for Biddeford Municipal Airport
• Liquor license consideration for Coletti's Pizza Factory at 497 Elm Street

Recreation Commission

The meeting includes introductions and approval of previous minutes. The commission will also receive an update regarding the dog park.

• Dog Park Update

Policy Committee

The committee will discuss proposed changes to the City Council Rules and solid waste regulations regarding recycling noncompliance. The agenda also includes a review of no parking on St. Joseph Street and the allocation of ARPA funds.

• Amendment to Code of Ordinances, Appendix A (Rules of the City Council)
• Proposed language for solid waste recycling noncompliance
• No parking proposal for St. Joseph Street
• Allocation of ARPA funds

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review the Hidden Hills Site Visit report and discuss next steps regarding the Winding Creek Subdivision. The meeting also includes discussions on website suggestions and city email addresses.

• Review of Hidden Hills Site Visit report
• Discussion of Winding Creek Subdivision planning board outcome
• Review of website suggestions
• Approval of July 21, 2022, and August 18, 2022, meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Biddeford Historic Preservation Commission will review several applications for exterior property changes. These include proposed alterations at 124 Main Street, new windows at 110 Maine Street, and window replacements at 41 Crescent Street.

• Exterior alterations at 124 Main Street
• New window installation at 110 Maine Street
• Window replacement at 41 Crescent Street
• Approval of July 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a preliminary subdivision application for Hidden Hills. The project, proposed by South Street Village, LLC, involves creating a 195-unit manufactured housing park.

• Public hearing for the Hidden Hills 195-unit manufactured housing park application
• Preliminary subdivision application for 413 South Street

School Committee

The committee will review personnel appointments, transfers, and resignations within the district. Agenda items include a new athletic trainer program and a grant submission for a Tiger Gym wing expansion. The committee will also discuss labor contracts for Educational Technicians in executive session.

• Approval of new Athletic Trainer program at BRCOT
• Presentation of proposal and grant submission for Tiger Gym wing expansion
• Personnel appointments, transfers, and resignations
• Labor contract discussion for Educational Technicians

Shellfish Conservation Committee

The agenda consists only of procedural items and does not list specific topics or business.

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the recruitment of a new City Clerk and Police Chief. These items are scheduled for discussion during the meeting.

• City Clerk recruitment
• Police Chief recruitment

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a special meeting to address the FY23 property tax commitment. The agenda also includes roll call and potential adjustments to the agenda.

• Approval of FY23 Property Tax Commitment

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review Recreation Department programming and financial aid information. The meeting also includes a debrief of the Family Fun Festival/River Jam.

• Welcome Rev. Shirley Bowen from Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center
• Debrief of Family Fun Festival/River Jam
• Review of Recreation Department programming and financial aid information
• Rescheduling next meeting for Indigenous Peoples' Day

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding operating budget requests and community outreach efforts. Members will also discuss Regional CAP Cohort training and the potential city endorsement of ICLEI Race to Zero.

• Operating budget request update
• Community outreach and social media updates
• Regional CAP Cohort training schedule
• Discussion on ICLEI Race to Zero city endorsement
• Approval of August 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a final application for the 19-lot West Brook Subdivision. The meeting also includes reviews of shoreland zoning applications for structural changes and pier construction.

• 19-lot West Brook Subdivision application off Winding Creek Lane
• Shoreland zoning application for a pier and coastline stabilization at 15 St. Martins Lane
• Greatest Practical Extent application to expand a structure at 111 Mile Stretch Road
• Greatest Practical Extent application to reconstruct a structure at 10 Lester B. Orcutt Boulevard

Finance Committee

The committee will consider approving the purchase of a Stryker EMS stretcher ambulance lifting system. Members will also discuss recommendations to carry forward funds from FY22 to FY23 and approve engineering services for the Pearl Street - Sewall project.

• Purchase of Stryker EMS stretcher ambulance lifting system
• Recommendation to carry forward funds from FY22 to FY23
• Construction Engineering & Inspection Services for Pearl Street - Sewall project

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will consider amendments to Land Development Regulations regarding density bonuses. The council is also scheduled to discuss the reapportionment of city wards in a Committee-of-the-Whole session. Other items include approving engineering services for the Pearl Street Project and swearing in Deputy Fire Chief Kenneth Thorpe.

• Amendments to Land Development Regulations/Density Bonus
• Construction Engineering & Inspection Services for Pearl Street Project - Sewall
• Reapportionment of City Wards
• Swearing-in of Deputy Fire Chief Kenneth Thorpe
• Appointments to Transit, Historic Preservation, and Recycling & Waste Management commissions

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates on FY 23 valuations. The council will also discuss downtown greenspace plans and review a public engagement report regarding open space.

• Updates on FY 23 Valuations
• Downtown Greenspace Discussion
• Review of Public Open Space Public Engagement Report

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss allocation priorities for Williams Court improvements and ADA prioritization. The meeting also includes updates on the Apex Program, housing survey results, and the Seeds of Hope program.

• Williams Court improvements allocation priorities
• ADA prioritization update
• Review of July 2022 housing survey results
• CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation updates
• Seeds of Hope program update

School Committee

The committee will consider a consent agenda containing staff nominations, appointments, and resignations. The meeting also includes updates regarding the school opening, transportation software, and the new addition at BHS.

• Staff nominations and appointments for various school positions
• Resignations of district staff members
• Update on the new addition at BHS
• School opening update
• Transportation software update

Climate Change Task Force

This session replaces the regularly scheduled Climate Change Task Force meeting. It serves as the first meeting between the task force, the SMPDC team, and the consulting firm Fourth Economy.

• Special meeting with SMPDC team and Fourth Economy

Conservation Commission

The Commission will discuss the status of the Shoreland Zone Amendment and address correspondence regarding Winding Creek. The agenda also includes a vote on an updated proposal for South Street Village.

• Status of Shoreland Zone Amendment
• Responses to letters regarding Winding Creek
• Approval of Mark Ward's updated proposal for South Street Village
• Discussion of website suggestions
• Review of city email addresses

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a proposed zoning amendment and a new contract zone for multi-family housing. The board will also review a shoreland zoning application for a recreational dock and receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan schedule.

• Proposed zoning amendment to clarify density bonus, affordability, and enforcement protocols
• Contract Zone application for up to 216 residential units at 558 & 590 Alfred Street
• Shoreland Zoning Application for a recreational dock at 29 Twin Island Drive
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan schedule

City Council

The City Council will consider an order to execute an option to purchase Water Street property. The council will also discuss establishing an ad hoc committee for a Coastal Fire/EMS substation and appoint members to that committee.

• Option to purchase Water Street property
• Establishment of Ad Hoc Coastal Fire/EMS Substation Committee
• Appointments to the Coastal Fire/EMS Substation Committee
• Approval of August 2, 2022, meeting minutes

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will address commission membership and leadership roles. The meeting includes an update on the Art Policy Ordinance and discussion of future actions.

• Replacing a member to replace Adam
• Election of a new Secretary
• Update on Art Policy Ordinance

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee will review a site plan for a new building and pavement at 7 Digital Drive. The committee will also consider a conditional use permit for a therapeutic massage business at 58 Pike Street. Public comments are accepted for both items.

• Site plan for a 6,120 square foot building and 6,981 square feet of pavement at 7 Digital Drive
• Conditional use permit for a therapeutic massage business at 58 Pike Street

School Committee

The committee will review staff appointments, nominations, resignations, and transfers. Agenda items also include an electric bus update and the AptaFund agreement. An executive session is scheduled for student re-admission and Ed Tech III labor contract approval.

• Electric bus update
• AptaFund agreement
• Labor contract approval for Ed Tech III
• Staff appointments, nominations, and resignations
• End of year balance update

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review the July 11, 2022 meeting minutes. The session includes discussions on suggested policies and practices for review. Members will also examine upcoming event calendars and discuss the Family Fun Festival and River Jam.

• Review of suggested policies/practices
• Review of upcoming events calendar
• Discussion of Family Fun Festival and River Jam
• Acceptance of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Pear Street Garage. The session includes a review of garage financials, projections, and parking metrics for 2021-22 year-to-date.

• Pear Street Garage financial review
• Review of garage financials and projections
• Review of 2021-22 year-to-date parking metrics

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review applications for two new residential subdivisions and a conditional use permit. These items include proposals for 81 Guinea Road, 355 Pool Street, and a cannabis-related business at 597 Elm Street.

• Preliminary approval for a 4-lot subdivision at 81 Guinea Road
• Conditional Use Permit for cannabis, infused food, and candy at 597 Elm Street
• Conceptual plan for a 5-lot subdivision at 355 Pool Street

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will review a proposal to rezone three parcels at the University of New England to an Institutional Zone. The council is also scheduled to discuss the rental of Bird stand-up scooters in the city. Additionally, the agenda includes liquor license applications and alcohol permits for events at Mechanics Park.

• Rezoning 3 parcels at University of New England to Institutional Zone (IN)
• Discussion regarding Bird stand-up scooter rentals in Biddeford
• Alcohol service permits for River Jam Music Festival 2022 and Chamber of Commerce events at Mechanics Park
• Liquor license application for Lucky Dog Tasting Room at 17 Lincoln Street
• Amendments to City Hall parking lot identification and use hours

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens' Advisory Committee is meeting to review social service applications and discuss funding allocations. If time permits, the committee will also discuss priority areas for ADA improvements.

• Review of Social Service application
• Discussion of Social Service funding allocations
• Potential discussion on ADA improvement priority areas

Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force

The Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force is reviewing survey results regarding rent affordability and developer feedback. The group is also reviewing targeted resource goals. Members will discuss establishing a specific percentage goal for affordable rental units.

• Analysis of monthly rent affordability survey results
• Review of developer survey results
• Review of targeted resource goals
• Discussion on establishing a percentage goal for affordable rental units

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review budget updates, including operating requests and SMPDC Cohort costs. Members will also discuss solar regulation amendments and an electric bus program initiative.

• Operating budget request and SMPDC Cohort cost updates
• Consultant firm update for the Regional CAP Cohort from Fourth Economy
• Report on Electric Bus Program initiative and cost incentives
• Review of city solar regulations and amendment recommendations
• Presentation plan for ICLEI Race to Zero and City Endorsement

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review meeting minutes from May and June and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update. The agenda includes a motion to approve Mark Ward's amended SSV visit proposal for Western Biddeford parcels. Members will also review a letter regarding Winding Creek (West Brook).

• Motion to approve Mark Ward's amended SSV visit proposal
• Review of letter to Council and Planning Board regarding Winding Creek (West Brook)
• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding recycling contamination and bin tagging. Members will also review composting food waste and cooking oil permits through the D.E.P. at the Public Works Facility. Additionally, the commission will discuss potential ordinance changes regarding penalties for recycling program offenders.

• Update on recycling contamination from Casella
• Update on bin tagging
• Discussion of composting food waste and cooking oil permits
• Discussion of ordinance updates regarding recycling program enforcement and penalties

Finance Committee

The Recycling & Solid Waste Management Commission will discuss several waste management updates, including recycling contamination audits and enforcement of violations. The meeting also covers composting food waste, cooking oil permits through the D.E.P., and upcoming household hazardous waste days.

• Update on PAYT orange bag fees
• New ordinance for overflow household trash
• Biddeford Household Hazardous Waste Day on September 9, 2023
• New bin for textile goods in recycling
• Update on new waste trucks

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning three parcels at the University of New England to an institutional zone. The agenda also includes discussions on creating a public art policy and approving various equipment purchases for city departments.

• Rezoning of three parcels at University of New England to Institutional Zone
• Creation of Biddeford Public Art Policy and Public Art Commission
• Allocation of FY23 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) funds
• Purchase of Ford Interceptor Police Cruisers from McGovern Municipal HQ
• Approval of CDBG Year 5 Action Plan

Downtown Development Commission

The commission will discuss revising the DDC mission ordinance with guest Delilah Poupore. The agenda includes updates on the Pearl Point Park concept plan and the Public Art Policy. A vote for a new DDC Secretary is also scheduled.

• Revision of the DDC mission ordinance
• Pearl Point Park concept plan update
• Public Art Policy review
• DDC Secretary nomination and vote

School Committee

The committee will discuss grade level configuration and the application process for electric school buses. The meeting also includes reviewing personnel appointments, resignations, and end-of-year financial statements.

• Grade Level Configuration discussion
• Electric School Bus Application and Process
• Review of Estimated End of Year Financial Statements
• Personnel appointments, nominations, and transfers
• Appointment of Michele Landry to the Policy subcommittee

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing applications for property modifications. These include exterior alterations at 112-114 Washington Street as part of a lead paint program, and window replacements at 23 Prospect Street and 13 Bacon Street.

• Exterior alterations review for 112-114 Washington Street
• Window replacement review for 23 Prospect Street involving 15 windows
• Window replacement review for 13 Bacon Street
• Approval of June 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Wastewater Management Commission

The Commission will discuss project updates for Center Street and Horrigan's Court. The meeting includes a review of the Maine DEP 2021 CSO Status Report and discussion on CSO abatement strategies. Staff will also provide updates on treatment plants and pump stations.

• Project updates for Center Street and Horrigan's Court
• Maine DEP 2021 CSO Status Report review
• Water Street Treatment Plant staff update
• Biddeford Pool Treatment Plant staff update
• Collections System and Pump Stations update

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is meeting to accept the minutes from the June 13 meeting. The committee also plans to finalize its mission, vision, and values and discuss sub-committees.

• Acceptance of June 13 meeting minutes
• Finalizing Mission, Vision and Values
• Discussion regarding sub-committees

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding the 2022 budget and community outreach efforts. Members will also discuss updates from the Regional CAP Cohort and a new capstone project proposal.

• $6,000 operating budget request for council approval
• Updates on the Regional CAP Cohort and Climate Ready Coast Workgroup
• Review of community outreach and social media plans
• Discussion of a Capstone Project Proposal
• Proposed new membership for Rachel Smart

Policy Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding May Street traffic calming issues. Discussion items include changing a yield sign to a stop sign at the intersection of Alfred and Main Streets and updating City Hall parking lot hours. The meeting also includes a review of ARPA applications.

• Public hearing on May Street traffic calming
• Proposal to change yield sign to stop sign at Alfred and Main Streets
• Update to City Hall parking lot hours
• Review of ARPA applications

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens' Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing to review the Year 5 Action Plan. The committee also plans to discuss social services planning and provide updates on CDBG and ADA transition plans. A vote is scheduled regarding an amendment to the Rehab Program.

• Public hearing for Year 5 Action Plan review
• Vote on Amendment to Rehab Program
• Discussion of Social Services plan
• Update on CDBG, CDBG-CV and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Planning Board process update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review applications for a new self-storage facility and a medical cannabis retail store. The board will also consider a request to expand a structure in the Shoreland Overlay zone. Public comments are accepted for these items.

• Final Site Plan for SteelClad Biddeford, LLC self-storage on Enterprise Drive
• Expansion request for a structure at 65 Mile Stretch Road
• Medical cannabis retail permit for Gasland Farms LLC at 10-12 Grays Lane
• Approval of June meeting minutes

Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force

The Mayor’s Affordable Housing Task Force will review housing inventory and historical data. The meeting includes a presentation from Habitat for Humanity and an update on affordable housing surveys. Members will also review progress regarding City Council 5-Year Housing Goals.

• Presentation by Habitat for Humanity
• Review of housing inventory and historical housing data
• Update on affordable housing survey responses
• Review of City Council 5-Year Housing Goals implementation progress

Climate Change Task Force

The Biddeford Climate Change Task Force is meeting to review updates on budget planning and community outreach efforts. The agenda also includes discussions regarding regional climate workgroups and potential new membership.

• SMPDC Cohort service agreement cost due July 1
• ECLEI Race to Zero City Endorsement presentation to Council this summer
• Proposed new member Rachel Smart
• Review of city solar regulations and amendment recommendations

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will conduct introductions, approve minutes, and receive an update on the dog park. The agenda also includes general discussion and other items.

• Dog Park Update

Harbor Commission

The Biddeford Harbor Commission will review minutes from April and May 2022 meetings. The commission will receive status updates regarding mooring permits in the Saco River and Biddeford Pool, no-wake buoy placement, and federal marks in Wood Island Harbor. New applications for floats and moorings are also scheduled for consideration.

• Mooring permit updates for Saco River and Biddeford Pool
• Status update on no-wake buoy placement
• Status update on Federal Marks in Wood Island Harbor
• New applications for floats and/or moorings

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is reviewing several updates to the nonunion policy manual. Discussions include policies for hours, breaks, overtime, vacation, and student loan repayment. The committee will also address a non-union wage increase.

• Non-union wage increase discussion
• Updates to nonunion policy manual regarding hours and breaks
• Review of compensatory/overtime and vacation policies
• Student loan repayment policy review
• Acceptance of May 17, 2022 minutes

Finance Committee

The committee will consider recommendations regarding the award of the Pearl Street Reconstruction Project and related plans and specifications via an EDA grant. The meeting also includes updates on city financials, investments, and the Munis upgrade.

• Award of Pearl Street Reconstruction Project
• Pearl Street Reconstruction Plans and Specs - EDA Grant
• May 2022 Financial Report update
• Munis Upgrade Update
• Update on City's Investments

City Council

The City Council will consider the Pearl Street Reconstruction Project and a development moratorium for the Pepperell and North Dam Mill Campus. The agenda also includes an update from the Homelessness Task Force and a resolution regarding state involvement for unhoused individuals.

• Authorization of Pearl Street Reconstruction Project
• Moratorium on development at Pepperell and North Dam Mill Campus
• Maintenance and repair easement on Center Street/Sylvestre
• Sale of property at 587 South Street
• Resolution requesting increased state involvement for unhoused individuals

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is reviewing applications for final approval. This includes renovations at 5 Morin Street to increase production capacity and a conditional use permit for 200-208 Graham Street.

• Site Plan Review for Fiber Materials, Inc. at 5 Morin Street for equipment renovations
• Conditional Use Permit for Biddeford Housing Authority at 200-208 Graham Street
• Conversion of 200-208 Graham Street into offices for York County Government and the School Department

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission will review updates for the Winding Creek and Hidden Hills applications. The meeting also includes a report on the Clifford Park easement monitoring and discussion regarding a future strategic plan.

• Winding Creek application updates
• Hidden Hills site walk or updates
• Clifford Park MCHT Easement Monitoring report
• Strategic Plan goals, timeline, and draft discussion
• Financial update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a workshop to continue work on the Comprehensive Plan. This session involves determining and planning next steps with new City Planner Matthew Grooms. Public comments will not be heard during this item.

• Workshop on the Comprehensive Plan

School Committee

The School Committee will review various staff appointments, nominations, transfers, and resignations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding future grade level configuration and the 2021-2022 Equity Assessment.

• Staffing changes including appointments, nominations, transfers, and resignations
• Future grade level configuration discussion
• 2021-2022 Equity Assessment review
• Budget validation update and revolving renovations
• Superintendent's nursing overview report

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding a recent recycling audit and an upcoming tagging program. Members will also review composting food waste and new D.E.P. permits for the Public Works Facility. Additionally, the commission will discuss ordinance updates for recycling program offenders.

• Recycling audit update and upcoming tagging program
• Composting food waste and cooking oil updates
• New D.E.P. permit for the Public Works Facility
• Discussion of ordinance updates for recycling program offenders

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission is meeting to discuss new business items including wayfinding and public art policy. The commission will also review the Pearl Point Park concept plan and its mission statement.

• Public Art Committee policy review
• Wayfinding discussion
• Pearl Point Park concept plan review
• DDC Mission discussion

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review the minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by Megan Hageney, Heart of Biddeford DEI Fellow. Members also intend to finalize the committee's mission, vision, and values.

• Acceptance of May 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Megan Hageney, Heart of Biddeford DEI Fellow
• Finalization of mission, vision, and values

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding 2022 budget planning and community outreach efforts. Members will also discuss the Regional CAP Cohort progress and an upcoming panel discussion on climate change vulnerability.

• Subcommittee reports on 2022 Budget/Strategic Planning and Community Outreach
• Update on Regional CAP Cohort completion target of September 30, 2023
• Discussion regarding the June 17 event on Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment
• Proposed new membership and UNE intern status updates

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review two applications for property changes in the MSRD 2 zone. This includes replacing 15 windows at 23 Prospect Street and making exterior improvements at 112-114 Washington Street as part of a lead paint program.

• Window replacement at 23 Prospect Street
• Exterior improvements at 112-114 Washington Street via the Healthy Home Lead Paint Program
• Approval of May 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss mapping, engagement reports, and survey rollouts. Members will receive updates on CDBG programs, the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and a draft of an upcoming Action Plan. The meeting also includes updates on the Comprehensive Plan and various task forces.

• CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan updates
• Draft of upcoming Action Plan including budget and program reviews
• Mapping/Engagement discussion regarding survey rollouts and event reports
• Updates on the Comprehensive Plan, Affordable Housing Task Force, and Homeless Task Force

City Council

The City Council will consider the appointment of Gregory Mitchell as Director of Economic & Planning and changes to City Hall business hours. The agenda also includes a fund transfer for a police department criminal case and updates to the MainePERS plan.

• Appointment of Gregory Mitchell as Director of Economic & Planning
• Transfer of funds to Police Department Asset Forfeiture Account
• Change in City Hall business hours
• Inclusion of Emergency Dispatchers in the MainePERS plan
• Alcohol sales and service at LaKermesse on St. Louis Field

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to the city's motor vehicle and traffic code. The agenda includes discussions on removing 15-minute parking spaces and extending hours on Washington Street. The committee will also review adding a 15-minute parking space at 35 Main Street.

• Removal of 15-minute parking spaces on Washington Street
• Extension of hours for 2-hour parking on Washington Street
• Addition of a 15-minute parking space at 35 Main Street

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board will review a conditional use permit application for Andrew Emerson. The request is for an online sales home occupation located at 14 Yates Street.

• Conditional Use Permit for online sales at 14 Yates Street (Tax Map 59, Lot 9)
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 18 and May 21, 2022

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss a letter addressed to the Planning Board. The commission is scheduled to vote on this letter concerning the West Brook Subdivision.

• Vote on Letter to Planning Board regarding West Brook Subdivision

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing the FY23 budget sheets, including department workbooks and tax rate estimates. The meeting also covers social and municipal services funding requests and capital improvement projects.

• FY23 budget workbooks for city departments
• Social and municipal services funding requests
• FY23 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) summary
• Wastewater Fund accounting statements
• Special funds including Airport, Mooring, and CDBG funds

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission will review meeting minutes from March 29, 2022. The agenda includes updates on Winding Creek, Hidden Hills, and Thatcher Brook. Members will also discuss the commission's strategic plan goals and timeline.

• Approval of March 29, 2022 meeting minutes
• Winding Creek Planning Board meeting update
• Hidden Hills site walk discussion
• Thatcher Brook update from Mike Lowell
• Strategic plan goals and timeline discussion

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will review the status of the York County Dredge Proposal and receive a mooring permit update from the Harbormaster. The meeting also includes discussions on buoy placement and new applications for floats or moorings.

• Status of the York County Dredge Proposal
• Mooring Permit Update (Saco River and Biddeford Pool)
• Placement of No Wake Buoys
• Placement of Federal Marks in Wood Island Harbor
• New applications for floats or moorings

School Committee

The committee will conduct first and second readings of policies regarding medical marijuana in schools and requests for administration on campus. Members will also consider updates to the JJF Student Activities Fund Fees policy. Additionally, 6th-grade students from BMS will present on hydroponics kits funded by a grant.

• First and second reading of policies regarding medical marijuana in schools
• First and second reading of JJF Student Activities Fund Fees policy
• Approval to continue work with ECTS as eRate consultant for the ECF grant
• Review of the ESEA Application FY23
• Presentation on hydroponics kits purchased via a Biddeford Education Foundation grant

Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force

The Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force will meet to discuss task force priorities and outreach strategies. The agenda includes reviewing survey results and internal housing survey responses. Members will also receive an update on items for the June meeting.

• Approval of April 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding task force priorities
• Review of outreach strategy and survey results
• Update on upcoming June meeting items

Biddeford Police Advisory Committee

The Biddeford Police Advisory Committee will hold a briefing regarding human trafficking. The meeting also includes discussions of Public Safety Committee items.

• Briefing on human trafficking
• Public Safety Committee items

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding budget planning and community outreach. Members will also receive an update on the Regional CAP Cohort, which has an estimated cost of $26,000 per municipality. Additionally, the group will discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Regional CAP Cohort update with an estimated cost of $26,000 per municipality
• RFP for community engagement consultants sent on May 16
• Discussion regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan
• Subcommittee reports on budget/strategic planning and community outreach

Recreation Commission

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

• Dog Park Update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will perform a site walk of the West Brook Subdivision for E & R Development. This involves visiting Tax Map 8, Lots 3-1 and part of 3 in the R1-A zone. The meeting also includes standard procedural business.

• Site walk of West Brook Subdivision (E & R Development)
• Review of Tax Map 8, Lots 3-1 and part of 3 in the R1-A zone

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is reviewing a site plan request from Westfield, Inc. to construct one commercial building for lease in the Industrial 3 Zone. The application is requesting final approval for the project located at 20 Pomerleau Street. Public comments will be accepted for this item.

• Site Plan Review Request for Westfield, Inc. at 20 Pomerleau Street (Tax Map 2, Lots 81 & 81-5)

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is conducting second readings of the Fiscal Year 2023 budget items, including school appropriations and city government expenditures. The council will also consider an order for crack sealing at the wastewater treatment plant's aeration basin.

• Second reading of FY23 School Appropriations (including instruction, special education, and transportation)
• Second reading of FY23 City Government Budget (including public safety, public works, and capital outlays)
• Approval of Aeration Basin crack sealing at the Wastewater Treatment Plant by Apex Construction, Inc.
• Review of various municipal funds including Adult Education, Food Service, and Ambulance Fund

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering a preliminary approval request for the Hidden Hills Manufactured Housing Park at 413 South Street. The project by South Street Village, LLC proposes 195 manufactured and modular homes with amenities including a clubhouse and community gardens. Public comments will be accepted regarding this application.

• Preliminary approval request for 195-unit manufactured housing park at 413 South Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 29, 2022, and May 4, 2022

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding recycling contamination audits and educational flyers. They will also review composting food waste and cooking oil permits at the Public Works Facility. Additionally, the group will discuss updating the ordinance for recycling program offenders.

• Recycling contamination audit update
• Composting food waste and cooking oil permit updates
• Ordinance update for recycling program offenders
• Earth Day briefing

Personnel Committee

The Biddeford Personnel Committee is scheduled to review minutes from February and March 2022. The committee will also hold discussions regarding a four-day work week and the aging nonunion pay scale.

• Discussion of a four-day work week
• Discussion of the aging nonunion pay scale
• Acceptance of meeting minutes from February 15, 2022, and March 29, 2022

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommendations for street storm separation improvements and financial audit services. The agenda also includes the purchase of automated waste trucks.

• Bradbury-Mason Street Storm Separation Improvements recommendation
• Financial Audit Services contract acceptance
• Purchase of Automated Waste Trucks

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2023 budgets for both the city government and the school department. The agenda also includes items regarding street improvements, waste truck purchases, and a development agreement with Devine Capital, LLC.

• Bradbury-Mason Street storm separation improvements
• Financial audit services contract with Runyon Kersteen Ouellette
• Purchase of automated side loader waste trucks
• Joint Development Agreement with Devine Capital, LLC
• Rezoning directive for 588 & 590 Alfred Street

Downtown Development Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Biddeford Downtown Development Commission for May 16, 2022, was cancelled. No business was conducted or decided during this session.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing an application from MJ Property Services LLC. The proposal involves replacing the windows and siding on a structure located at 36 St. Mary's Street.

• Review of window and siding replacement at 36 St. Mary's Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 21)
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 13, 2022

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will review updates for CDBG, CDBG-CV, and the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The committee will also discuss mapping, survey versions, and potential budgets for upcoming engagement events.

• Updates on CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Discussion of May 21 engagement events and potential budget
• Review of current Action Plan amendments and upcoming draft
• Use of community engagement platform
• Possible special meetings regarding affordable housing and homelessness

School Committee

The Biddeford School Committee is reviewing the school calendar and end-of-year event schedules. The committee will also conduct second readings for specific overnight field trips and approve probationary contracts. Several personnel changes, including appointments and resignations, are on the agenda.

• Second reading of APC overnight field trips to Adventure Bound Rafting & Campout
• Second reading of Odyssey of the Mind World Finals trip to Iowa
• Approval of 2022-2023 probationary contracts
• Approval of PLCSS stipends

Shellfish Conservation Committee

This agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics or new business items are listed for discussion.

City Council

The Biddeford City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2023 budgets for the city government and school department. The agenda includes reviews of various municipal funds, including airport operations, ambulance services, and sewer operations.

• Public hearing for FY23 City Government and School Department Budgets
• Review of school construction projects and local share
• Discussion of city government budget components including Public Safety and Public Works
• Review of municipal funds such as Airport Operations, Ambulance, and CDBG Program

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee met to review the April 11, 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda also included discussions regarding the committee's mission, vision, and values, as well as a heritage and awareness calendar.

• Acceptance of April 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Mission, Vision and Values
• Review of Heritage and Awareness Calendar / Pride Month

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding the 2023 budget and community outreach. Members will also receive updates on the Regional CAP Cohort. The meeting includes a discussion on the draft Comprehensive Plan update.

• Draft Comprehensive Plan update
• 2023 Budget/Strategic Planning subcommittee report
• Community Outreach/Social Media subcommittee report
• Regional CAP Cohort updates
• Welcoming new member Junelle Soucy

Planning Board

The Biddefintord Planning Board will consider a preliminary site plan for a new self-storage facility on Enterprise Drive. The board will also review the West Brook Subdivision proposal off Winding Creek Lane and a permit to replace a deck at 1 Boat House Lane.

• Self-storage facility application for SteelClad Biddeford, LLC on Enterprise Drive
• West Brook Subdivision preliminary approval request off Winding Creek Lane
• Shoreland Zoning Permit for deck replacement at 1 Boat House Lane

Finance Committee

The committee will consider authorization for architectural and engineering services for the City Hall Renovation Project. It will also review the purchase of a new pickup truck for the Fire Department. The agenda includes approval of April meeting minutes.

• Authorization for City Hall Renovation architectural and engineering services
• Purchase of a Fire Department pickup truck
• Approval of April 5 and April 19, 2022, Finance Committee minutes

City Council

The Biddeford City Council held a special meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) audit presentation. The agenda consisted only of this presentation and standard procedural items.

• FY21 Audit Presentation (Annual Comprehensive Financial Report)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the proposed FY23 municipal and school department budgets and a liquor license for Sacred Profane, LLC. The council will also consider a zoning change for Cole Road and architectural services for the City Hall renovation project.

• Public hearing on proposed FY23 city and school budgets
• Zoning change for Cole Road from I-1 to R-1-A
• Approval of architectural and engineering services for City Hall renovation
• Authorization for the purchase of a Fire Department pickup truck
• Liquor license consideration for Sacred Profane, LLC at 50 Washington Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a conceptual site plan for several buildings at 10, 20, and 30 Gooch Street. The board will also consider final approval requests for a subdivision amendment on River Road and a substation upgrade on South Street.

• Conceptual site plan review for residential units and commercial space at 10, 20, and 30 Gooch Street
• Final approval of a subdivision amendment to create an additional lot on River Road
• Conditional use permit for Central Maine Power to rebuild the South Street substation

School Committee

The School Committee will conduct second readings for revised policies regarding graduation requirements and paid earned leave procedures. The committee is also scheduled to approve the draft 2022-2023 school calendar and meeting calendar. Additionally, the agenda includes several staff nominations and resignations.

• Second reading of revised policy IKF regarding Graduation Requirements
• Second reading of policy GBP-R for Paid Earned Leave Administrative Procedure
• Approval of Draft Calendar 2022-2023
• Staff nominations and resignations
• Executive session for non-union teacher labor contract negotiations

Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force

The task force will hear a presentation from the Biddeford Housing Authority regarding development criteria and payment standards. Members will also discuss council housing goals, affordable housing TIF, and an outreach program.

• Presentation by Guy Gagnon of the Biddeford Housing Authority
• Discussion of Council Housing Goals
• Discussion of Affordable Housing TIF
• Discussion of Outreach Program

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee is meeting to discuss proposed FY23 budgets for the City Government and School Department. The agenda also includes a budget update for Biddeford Schools.

• Proposed FY23 City Government budget
• Proposed FY23 School Department budget
• Biddeford Schools Budget Update

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding 2022 budget planning and community outreach efforts. Members will also discuss the Regional Climate Resilience Cohort and Earth Day bicycle ride participation. Additionally, the group will receive an update on the draft Comprehensive Plan.

• 2022 Budget/Strategic Planning subcommittee report
• Community Outreach and Social Media updates
• Regional Climate Resilience Cohort discussion
• Earth Day bicycle ride event discussion
• Draft Comprehensive Plan update

Recreation Commission

The meeting includes procedural items such as introductions and approval of minutes. The commission will also discuss a dog park update.

• Dog Park Update

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will review updates regarding mooring permits for Saco River and Biddeford Pool. The meeting also includes discussions on buoy placement and new applications for floats or moorings.

• Mooring permit update from Harbor Master
• Status of the York County Dredge Purchase Proposal
• Placement of No Wake Buoys
• Placement of Federal Marks in Wood Island Harbor
• New applications for floats or moorings

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss Earth Day and an update regarding Casella's contamination audit. The agenda also includes a review of a new DEP permit for cooking oil at the Public Works Facility and potential ordinance updates for recycling program offenders.

• Update on Casella contamination audit
• Food waste composting update
• New DEP permit for cooking oil at Public Works Facility
• Discussion of ordinance updates for recycling program offenders

Finance Committee

The committee will consider approving concrete epoxy injection at the Wastewater Treatment Plan. Members will also review recommendations for an electric pickup truck purchase and disaster recovery consulting services.

• Approval of Aeration Basin concrete epoxy injection at Wastewater Treatment Plan
• Recommendation to purchase an F150 Lightning electric pickup truck for Engineering
• Recommendation for FEMA & MEMA disaster recovery consultants for river wall repairs

City Council

The City Council will review a request to rezone Cole Road from I-1 to R-1-A and discuss adding mobile food courts to the B2 zone. The agenda also includes approvals for wastewater treatment plant repairs and disaster recovery consulting for river wall projects. Additionally, the council will consider liquor licenses for two local businesses.

• Rezoning of Cole Road from I-1 to R-1-A
• Concrete epoxy injection at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Purchase of F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck for Engineering Department
• FEMA and MEMA consultant appointment for river wall disaster recovery
• Liquor license consideration for Coco Bar and Grill and Broad Reach Sailing

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review applications for building alterations and window replacements at three locations. These projects include work on 9 Chapel Street, 20 Washington Street, and 114 Washington Street.

• Alterations to a single-family house at 9 Chapel Street by Kettler Marshall LLC
• Window replacement at 20 Washington Street by Kostag, LLC
• Window replacement at 114 Washington Street by Jean Leclerc

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding the budget, comprehensive plan, and affordable housing task force. Members will also discuss mapping, engagement, and community communication platforms.

• Updates on CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Discussion on mapping and engagement
• Update on community engagement platform
• Committee member recruitment and nominees

School Committee

The Biddeford School Committee will discuss graduation requirements and a community school application. The agenda also includes updates on water sampling, budget/revenue, and nursing. Additionally, the committee will consider staff appointments, resignations, and transfers.

• First reading of revised policy IKF regarding graduation requirements
• First reading of policy GBP-R for Paid Earned Leave Administrative Procedure
• Review of community school application and water sampling updates
• Appointment of coaching stipends for BMS outdoor track and boys lacrosse
• Approval of overnight field trips to Adventure Bound Rafting and Odyssey of the Mind World Finals

Staff Review Committee

The committee will consider two conditional use permit requests for industrial zone uses. One request involves a facility to process Maine Bottle Bill recycling materials at 64 Landry Street, while the other is for a wholesale auto sales business at 47 Alfred Street. Public comments will be accepted for both items.

• Conditional Use Permit request for recycling material processing at 64 Landry Street
• Conditional Use Permit request for wholesale auto sales at 47 Alfred Street, Suite 102

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review minutes from the March 21, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by Ashley Perrone of Meals on Wheels and a discussion regarding community engagement efforts.

• Presentation by Ashley Perrone, Meals on Wheels Site Manager
• Discussion regarding community engagement effort
• New business regarding subcommittees

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding budget, strategic planning, and community outreach. The meeting also includes discussions on Earth Day cleanup events at local parks and upcoming guest presentations.

• Earth Day cleanups at Rotary and Clifford Parks
• Subcommittee reports on budget and strategic planning
• Community outreach and social media updates
• Guest presentations from Gulf of Maine Research Institute
• Updates to the Draft Comprehensive Plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site walk regarding a Conditional Use Permit Application. The application involves rebuilding and expanding an existing substation for Central Maine Power Company at 466-468 South Street.

• Site walk for Central Maine Power Company substation expansion at 466-468 South Street

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed FY23 budgets for the City Government and the School Department. The agenda consists only of this discussion and standard procedural items.

• Proposed FY23 City Government budget discussion
• Proposed FY23 School Department budget discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change the zoning of Tax Map 17, Lot 16-3 from I-1 to R-1-A. The board will also discuss conduct rules for an upcoming site walk at the South Street Substation Site and procedures for Comprehensive Plan Public Sessions.

• Public hearing for zoning change from I-1 to R-1-A on Cole Road
• Discussion of conduct rules for CMP's South Street Substation Site walk
• Workshop regarding procedures for Comprehensive Plan Public Sessions

Downtown Committee

The Biddeford Downtown Committee will meet to nominate a new Chair and approve minutes from June 16, 2021. The committee will also review a proposed amendment to Chapter 42 regarding motor vehicles and traffic. This review focuses on deleting limited parking restrictions on Hill Street.

• Nomination of Committee Chair
• Approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of amendment to delete limited parking on Hill Street

Finance Committee

The committee will consider proposals for a new civic engagement platform. Members will also review a recommendation for a fire department assessment consultant. Additionally, the committee will discuss bond rating upgrades and river wall repair alternatives.

• Approval of civic engagement platform RFP submissions
• Recommendation for Fire Department Assessment Consultant
• Discussion regarding a bond rating upgrade
• Update on River Wall Repair Alternatives Analysis contract extension

City Council

The City Council will conduct a second reading regarding school renovation fund financing for the June 14, 2022, municipal referendum. The agenda also includes liquor license applications and special event alcohol permits for local organizations. Additionally, the council will review river wall repair alternatives and contract extensions.

• School renovation fund financing/bonds for June 14 referendum
• Liquor license applications for Valerie's Scratch Kitchen and Vickie's Veggie Table, LLC
• Alcohol permits for Saco Chamber of Commerce and LaKermesse Franco-Americaine Festival
• Fire Department Assessment Consultant approval (Center for Public Safety Management, LLC)
• River wall repair alternatives analysis and Weston & Sampson contract extension

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2023. The discussion includes the City Government and the School Department.

• Proposed FY23 City Government budget
• Proposed FY23 School Department budget

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee met to discuss the proposed FY23 budgets for the City Government and the School Department. The agenda lists this item as a discussion.

• Proposed FY23 City Government budget discussion
• Proposed FY23 School Department budget discussion

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will review the Wayfinding RFQ and receive an update on Pearl Point. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding Public Arts Policy and consider establishing a new permanent meeting day.

• Wayfinding RFQ
• Pearl Point update
• Public Arts Policy discussion
• New Permanent Meeting Day proposal

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss the creation of a Deputy Recreation Director position and the elevation of the Assistant Assessor role to Deputy Assessor. The committee will also address cost-of-living adjustments to pay scales.

• Creation of Deputy Recreation Director position
• Elevation of Assistant Assessor position to Deputy Assessor
• COLA adjustment to payscales

Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force

The Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force will review meeting minutes from February 22, 2022. The agenda includes presentations by Ryan Fecteau and Brad Favreau regarding demographics and economic development. The meeting also provides an opportunity for public questions and comments.

• Review of February 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation by Ryan Fecteau, Maine Speaker of the House of Representatives
• Demographic data presentation by Brad Favreau, Economic Development Coordinator
• Public questions and comments

Conservation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding GIS mapping for farms, working landscapes, and open space inventory. Members will also review the commission's website and plan for future public outreach.

• GIS mapping of farms, working landscape, and open/recreational space inventory
• Review of Conservation Commission website and content needs
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan review by the Planning Board
• No updates provided for Winding Creek or Hidden Hills

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan and review subcommittee reports regarding budget and strategic planning. Members will also coordinate Earth Day cleanup events at local parks and the Biddeford Pool.

• Submission of Resilience Partnership application to GOPIF
• SMPDC RFP for public engagement consultant
• Earth Day cleanup events at Rotary and Clifford Parks
• Discussion of draft Comprehensive Plan

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee is conducting a public hearing regarding the proposed FY23 City Government and School Department Budgets. The committee will also hold a discussion on these budget proposals.

• Public hearing for Proposed FY23 City Government and School Department Budgets
• Discussion of Proposed FY23 City Government and School Department Budgets

Harbor Commission

The Biddeford Harbor Commission will discuss the status of the Wood Island Harbor and Biddeford Pool dredge. The meeting also includes updates on mooring permits for Biddeford Pool and the Saco River, as well as requests regarding jetty repairs.

• Mooring Permit Update (Biddeford Pool and Saco River)
• Status of Wood Island Harbor & Biddeford Pool Dredge
• Request for repair of both jetties
• Status of patrol boat
• Bylaw Revisions

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a workshop regarding the Comprehensive Plan. The discussion will focus on the Public Engagement process and how to use existing data for public surveys.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan Public Engagement process
• Discussion on using collected data to survey the public

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission is discussing updates to the Master Plan and snow removal equipment acquisition. The meeting also includes reviews of outstanding project payments and a terminal/office building remodel.

• Master Plan Update
• Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) Acquisition Update
• Update: Outstanding Payments for Airport Projects
• FAA BIL Terminal Program - Gale Associates
• Terminal/Office Building Remodel

School Committee

The committee will review a proposal to amend BHS graduation requirements for the 2022-23 school year. The agenda also includes updates on NWEA winter testing, budget discussions, and approval of a revolving renovations grant.

• Proposal to amend BHS graduation requirements
• Approval of Revolving Renovations Grant
• NWEA Winter Testing Update
• Budget update and discussion
• Personnel appointments including athletic stipends

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee will meet to discuss specific city expenditures. The agenda includes a review of the Non-General Fund and the Wastewater Treatment Plant budgets.

• Review of Non-General Fund budget
• Review of Wastewater Treatment Plant budget

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The City Manager will provide an introduction to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. Members will discuss the committee's purpose, goals, and measures of success.

• City Manager presentation to the committee
• Discussion on committee mission and future direction
• Election of a Secretary
• Scheduling of future meeting times

Recreation Commission

The meeting includes a dog park update and routine procedural business. The agenda also covers introductions, approval of minutes, and general discussion.

• Dog Park Update
• Approval of Minutes

Budget Committee

The Biddeford Budget Committee is scheduled to review budget requests from several social service and municipal agencies. The meeting consists of a series of presentations from local organizations and committees.

• Budget presentation for McArthur Library
• Budget presentation for BSOOB Transit
• Budget presentation for York County Community Action Corporation
• Budget presentation for Biddeford Conservation Commission
• Budget presentation for Life Flight Foundation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider final approval requests for a single-family home replacement at 102 Fortunes Rocks Road and an apartment conversion at 25 Alfred Street. The board will also discuss arrangements for a site walk of the South Street CMP Station.

• Final approval for setback determination at 102 Fortunes Rocks Road
• Site plan review to convert floors of 25 Alfred Street into apartments
• Discussion regarding a site walk for the South Street CMP Station
• Continuation of the Comprehensive Plan Public Sessions Workshop

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss an ordinance update for recycling program offenders and updates regarding the Public Works Facility's composting permit. Members will also review Earth Day planning and waste contamination reports from Casella.

• Ordinance update for recycling program offenders
• Public Works Facility composting and D.E.P. permit updates
• Casella waste contamination and tagging updates
• Earth Day flyer discussion
• Household Hazardous Waste dates

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee is meeting to consider recommendations for fire department breathing apparatus and a city paving contract. The committee will also review January 2022 financial statements.

• Use of grant and matching funds for Fire Department breathing apparatus
• Extended paving contract with Shaw Brothers for the City's Paving Program
• Recommendation regarding a fire consultant
• Review of January 2022 financial statements

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation on the proposed FY23 School Department Budget. The agenda also includes second readings of ordinance amendments and approvals for various city contracts.

• Proposed FY23 School Department Budget presentation
• Amendment to Historic Preservation Ordinance (Second Reading)
• Authorization of bonds for school facility repairs
• Approval of funds for Fire Department breathing apparatus equipment
• Approval of an extended paving contract with Shaw Brothers

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding budget planning and community outreach. Members are also discussing a potential summer sustainability exhibition and Earth Day activities.

• Submission of Resilience Partnership application to GOPIF
• Updates on city social media and community outreach feedback
• Discussion of a potential summer sustainability exhibition
• Planning for an Earth Day table at Public Works on April 23
• Update on ICLEI Race to Zero

Policy Committee

The Biddeford Policy Committee is meeting to discuss permitting mobile food courts in the B2 Zone on Outer Elm Street. The committee will also review an amendment to Chapter 22 regarding exceptions for caregiver retail and testing facilities for marijuana establishments.

• Permitting mobile food courts in B2 Zone (Outer Elm Street)
• Amendment to Ch. 22, Sec. 22-38 regarding marijuana establishment exceptions

Biddeford Fire Advisory Committee

The March 10, 2022, meeting of the Biddeford Fire Advisory Committee consists of standard procedural agenda items. The committee will review fire alarm reports and receive information from the Chief.

• Fire alarm reports
• Chief's informational updates

Wastewater Management Commission

The commission is discussing the Fiscal Year 2023 wastewater budget and reviewing project updates for Center Street and Horrigan's Court. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2021 CSO Annual Report and discussions on CSO abatement strategies.

• FY 23 Wastewater Budget discussion
• Project updates for Center Street & Horrigan's Court
• Review of 2021 CSO Annual Report
• Updates on Water Street and Biddeford Pool treatment plants
• Discussion on CSO abatement strategies

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens' Advisory Committee will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the Year 4 Plan and the Year 5 Action Plan. The meeting also includes updates on the city budget, comprehensive plan, and affordable housing task force.

• Amendments to Year 4 Plan (July 2021 to June 2022)
• Year 5 Action Plan Hearing I
• Updates on Budget, Comprehensive Plan, and Affordable Housing Task Force
• Brief updates on CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a compiled draft of Comprehensive Plan Policies and Strategies. This workshop aims to refine these strategies in preparation for public sessions scheduled for later in March. Public input is not expected during this specific meeting.

• Review of draft Comprehensive Plan Policies and Strategies

School Committee

The committee will review the FY23 budget presentation, which includes details on budget category increases. Members will also consider approving the continuation of shared leadership services with Saco/Dayton through 2025. Additionally, the agenda includes second readings for several policy adoptions and revisions.

• Presentation of FY23 budget increases and budget memo
• Approval of continued shared leadership services with Saco/Dayton (2022-2025)
• Adoption of policies regarding homeless students, board vacancies, and paid leave
• Revision of policies for flag displays and public access to information
• Discussion of labor contract proposals for Bus Drivers/Teamsters

Shellfish Conservation Committee

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or business items are listed in the provided text.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the application process for ARPA fund requests. The meeting also includes discussions on supporting York County's purchase of dredging equipment and addressing homelessness policy.

• Support letter for York County Commissioners' purchase of IMS 5012 Versi-Dredge equipment using ARPA funds
• Review of the ARPA Funds Application Form and request process
• Discussion regarding homelessness issues and policy whitepapers

City Council

The Biddeford City Council scheduled a special meeting for March 08, 2022. The agenda consists of standard opening procedures and an executive session for legal consultation.

• Executive session for legal consultation (1 MRSA 405(6)(E))

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold the second part of an in-depth review involving the City Manager and Department Heads. This meeting is focused on this ongoing discussion.

• Part 2 of City Manager in-depth review with department heads

Budget Committee

The committee will conduct part one of an in-depth review with department heads. The discussion focuses on the FY23 budget overview memo.

• City Manager In-Depth Review with Department Heads (Part 1)
• FY23 Budget Overview Memo

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board is considering final approvals for a medical cannabis storefront at 30 Morin Street and an office-to-apartment conversion at 5 Alfred Street. The board will also review draft policies for upcoming public sessions regarding the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• Conditional Use Permit for Undertow Cannabis Co LLC at 30 Morin Street
• Site Plan Review for eight studios and one bedroom apartment at 5 Alfred Street
• Setback determination for a garage replacement at 52 Fortunes Rocks Drive
• Review of draft policies for Comprehensive Plan public sessions

Finance Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation to award a contract for the Horrigan Court Pump Station. They will also review a request for additional funds for the Main, Hill, and Water Street Intersection Improvements Project.

• Contract award recommendation for Horrigan Court Pump Station with Gordon Contracting, Inc.
• Request for additional funds for Main, Hill, and Water Street Intersection Improvements Project
• Approval of February 15, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will review the proposed FY23 city government budget and a presentation regarding a regional dredge purchase. The agenda also includes consideration of additional funding for intersection improvements and a contract for the Horrigan Court Pump Station.

• Additional funding for Main, Hill, Water Street Intersection Improvements Project
• Contract award for Horrigan Court Pump Station
• Proposed FY23 City Government Budget presentation
• Liquor license application for Fish & Whistle, LLC at 299 Main Street
• Zone change request for property off Cole Road from Industrial-1 to Residential-1-A

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will elect new officers and approve previous meeting minutes. The commission will also discuss updates regarding the Wayfinding RFP, Pearl Street Park survey, and pandemic support for small businesses.

• Election of officers
• Wayfinding RFP update
• Pearl Street Park Survey Review
• Riverwalk Permit & Easements discussion
• Laconia & Lincoln Mill pedestrian connections design

Climate Change Task Force

The Climate Change Task Force will discuss updates regarding budget planning and community outreach efforts. The meeting also includes status updates on regional cohort applications and potential future guest speakers.

• Discussion of February 15 Resilience Workshop
• Review of February 19 Jill Pelto art event
• SMPDC Regional Cohort Application status update
• ICLEI Race to Zero status update
• Discussion regarding high school student membership status

City Council

The Housing Task Force will discuss concerns regarding affordable housing in Biddeford. The group plans to review existing data, identify additional analysis needs, and discuss information requirements for housing programs. Members will also review Affordable Housing Tax Increment Financing Programs.

• Discussion of affordable housing concerns
• Review of existing data and analysis needs
• Review of Affordable Housing Tax Increment Financing Programs
• Planning for future meeting formats and schedules

Planning Board

The Board will hold a public hearing on amending the Historic Preservation Ordinance to remove a 90-day demolition stay provision. This change is intended to help Biddeford attain Certified Local Government status and access new grants. The meeting also includes final reviews for two 6-lot cluster subdivisions.

• Public hearing on Historic Preservation Ordinance amendment
• Final review of a 6-lot cluster subdivision at 918 Pool Street
• Final review of a 6-lot cluster subdivision at 158 Oak Ridge Road

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The Commission will discuss Casella updates regarding recycling contamination and tagged cans. Members will also review a potential ordinance update for recycling program offenders and progress on a new composting permit at the Public Works Facility.

• Casella updates on recycling contamination and tagged cans
• Update on composting food waste, cooking oil, and new DEP permit
• Discussion of ordinance update for recycling program offenders
• Earth Day program ideas
• Household Hazardous Waste collection dates for Saco, Scarborough, and Biddeford

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is reviewing an application from Imagination Station, LLC. The proposal seeks a conditional use permit to open a daycare facility at 571 Elm Street in the B2 zone.

• Conditional Use Permit for Imagination Station, LLC
• Proposed daycare facility at 571 Elm Street (Tax Map 13, Lot 41)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to discuss goal setting for the year 2022. The agenda also includes the acceptance of minutes from November 16, 2021.

• Acceptance of November 16, 2021 minutes
• Discussion regarding 2022 Human Resources/Personnel Committee goal setting

Finance Committee

The Biddeford Finance Committee will consider recommendations for painting the aeration basin at the wastewater treatment plant. The meeting also includes a review of December 2021 financial statements and approval of previous minutes.

• Recommendation/approval for Aeration Basin Painting at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Review of December 2021 Financials
• Approval of February 1, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the FY23 Capital Improvement Projects Budget presentation. The agenda includes second readings for amendments regarding no-truck zones on Round Hill Street and no-parking zones on Lemieux Street. The council will also consider increasing beach permit fees and authorizing painting at the wastewater treatment plant.

• Increase in Beach Permit Fees
• No through trucks amendment for Round Hill Street
• No parking amendment for Lemieux Street
• Authorization for Aeration Basin Painting at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• FY23 Capital Improvement Projects Budget presentation

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding budget planning and social media outreach. Members will also discuss community engagement events and potential new membership status.

• Subcommittee reports on 2022 Budget/Strategic Planning
• Discussion of new City-controlled social media platforms
• Review of the Jill Pelto Climate Art Event at Engine
• Status updates on ICLEI Race to Zero and building codes
• Updates on task force membership status

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss the CLG application and related grant opportunities. The commission will also discuss potential projects that could be funded by these opportunities.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 12, 2022
• Discussion of CLG Application
• Review of CLG Grant Opportunities
• Identification of possible projects to be funded by CLG opportunities

Wastewater Management Commission

The Commission will review project updates for Center Street and Horrigan Ct. Discussions include the CSO Program and proposed changes to the sewer ordinance regarding I&I removal. Staff will also provide updates on treatment plants and pump stations.

• Project updates for Center Street and Horrigan Ct.
• Update on CSO Program
• Proposed changes to sewer ordinance relative to I&I removal
• Update on sewer flow values for structures
• Staff updates on Water St. and Biddeford Pool Treatment Plants

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will review meeting minutes and receive updates on the Affordable Housing Task Force. The committee will also discuss CDBG programs and the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.

• Affordable Housing Task Force update
• CDBG 2-4 Unit Rehab Program update
• ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan update
• CDBG-CV update
• Committee member recruitment/nominees

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss student enrollment trends, elementary class sizes, and long-term spacing solutions for Biddeford High School. The meeting includes motions to adopt, revise, or strike several district policies regarding homelessness, absenteeism, and paid leave. Additionally, the committee will receive a budget update on Revolving Renovation Funds.

• Updates on student enrollment trends and elementary class sizes
• Motions to adopt new policies regarding homelessness, absenteeism, and paid leave
• Budget update for Revolving Renovation Funds
• Discussion of 8th Grade at Maplewood Campus and BHS spacing solutions
• Personnel appointments and resignations

City Council

The Biddeford City Council will hold a workshop to discuss contract zoning for Devine Capital, LLC at 588 & 590 Alfred Street. The agenda also includes updates on downtown strategies and reviews of ARPA fund allocations and building bond projects.

• Contract zone discussion for 588 & 590 Alfred Street
• Update on Downtown Strategies and Direction
• ARPA Fund Review and Allocation
• Building Bond Project Review

Planning Board

The board will consider permits for a pump station replacement at 432 Main St. and 20 Horrigan Ct, as well as a substation reconstruction on South Street. It will also conduct final reviews for two 6-lot cluster subdivisions. Additionally, the board will review a sketch plan for redeveloping the former MERC site.

• Pump station replacement at 432 Main St. & 20 Horrigan Ct
• 6-lot cluster subdivision at 918 Pool Street
• 6-lot cluster subdivision at 158 Oak Ridge Road
• Central Maine Power substation reconstruction at 466-468 South Street
• Redevelopment sketch plan for the former MERC site at 3 Lincoln St.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a recommendation for the Center Street Sewer Separation Project involving Gorham Sand and Gravel, Inc. The committee will also receive an update on a corrective action plan regarding sewer billing following a BerryDunn report. Additionally, December 2021 financials are scheduled for review.

• Recommendation for Center Street Sewer Separation Project/Gorham Sand and Gravel, Inc.
• Update on Corrective Action Plan in response to BerryDunn Report (Sewer Billing)
• Review of December 2021 Financials

City Council

The City Council will review a corrective action plan for wastewater billing following the BerryDunn Report. The meeting also includes consideration of several traffic ordinance amendments and various commission appointments.

• Approval of Center Street Sewer Separation Project with Gorham Sand and Gravel, Inc.
• Amendment to prohibit through trucks on Round Hill Street
• Amendment to prohibit parking on Lemieux Street
• Ordinance amendment regarding firearm discharge on Sundays
• Removal from table of beach permit fee increase discussion

Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission will hold an election of officers and review project updates. Discussion topics include the Pearl Street Park Survey results and various riverwalk developments. The commission will also discuss implementing a cultural plan and providing pandemic support to small businesses.

• Election of officers
• Wayfinding RFP next steps
• Pearl Street Park Survey initial summary results
• Riverwalk permit and easement updates
• Discussion on pandemic support for small businesses

Recreation Commission

The Biddeford Recreation Commission will provide an update regarding the dog park. The meeting also includes introductions and the approval of minutes.

• Dog Park Update

Planning Board

The Biddeford Planning Board scheduled a workshop to discuss the city's Comprehensive Plan. This meeting is designated for discussion rather than official business decisions.

• Comprehensive Plan discussion

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss rooftop solar options and budget updates. The meeting includes a review of student enrollment trends and recent survey results from staff, students, and parents. The committee will also process several personnel appointments, transfers, and retirements.

• Informational update on rooftop solar options
• Review of budget updates and ED 279
• Discussion of class sizes and enrollment trends
• Personnel appointments, transfers, and retirements
• Executive session for Superintendent contract negotiations

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding budget, strategic planning, and new city-controlled social media platforms. Members will also discuss updates for the Jill Pelto Climate Art Event and SMPDC cohort meeting notes. Some items, such as building codes and regional workgroups, currently have no activity reported.

• Budget/Strategic Planning subcommittee report
• New City-controlled social media platforms discussion
• Jill Pelto Climate Art Event updates
• SMPDC community engagement notes
• ICLEI Race to Zero discussion

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee is reviewing proposed increases to beach permit fees. The committee is also discussing changes to firearm discharge rules and new truck and parking restrictions on local streets.

• Proposed Beach Permit Fee Increases
• Changes to firearm discharge regulations in 'no firearms discharge zones'
• Adding Round Hill Street to the 'No through trucks' list
• Adding Lemieux Street to the 'No Parking' list

Conservation Commission

The Commission will discuss follow-up items regarding the West Brook Subdivision and Hidden Hills. The meeting also includes a GIS update from Hannah Bonine and discussion of next steps for the Comprehensive Plan.

• West Brook Subdivision (Winding Creek) follow up
• Hidden Hills update
• GIS Update - Hannah Bonine
• Comprehensive Plan next steps

Airport Commission

The commission will discuss an update to the Airport Master Plan. Members will also consider selecting a vendor for the acquisition and procurement of snow removal equipment.

• Selection for snow removal equipment acquisition and procurement
• Airport Master Plan update
• Acceptance of December 20, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Board will review a joint meeting held with the City Council on January 11, 2022. Members will also discuss and vote on the tentative schedule for the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of January 5, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of the January 11, 2022, joint City Council and Planning Board meeting
• Discussion and approval of the tentative Comprehensive Plan schedule

Recycling and Waste Management Commission

The commission will discuss Casella audit updates and recycling contamination levels. Members will also review composting permits for the Public Works Facility and potential ordinance updates regarding recycling program offenders.

• Casella contamination and tagged cans update
• Composting food waste and cooking oil permit update
• Recycling program ordinance update for offenders
• Commission budget review
• Review of 2021-2022 recycling rates

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations for using ARP funds to address lost revenue and eliminate a Wastewater Treatment Plant interfund loan. The agenda also includes the proposed purchase of a survey grade GNSS receiver from Spiller's of Lewiston.

• Purchase of Survey Grade GNSS (GPS) Receiver from Spiller's of Lewiston
• Use of ARP funds for lost revenue
• Use of ARP funds to eliminate the Wastewater Treatment Plant interfund loan

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing the use of ARP funds to address lost revenue and eliminate an internal loan for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The agenda also includes presentations on capital improvement projects and updates from the Climate Change Task Force.

• Authorization of ARP funds for lost revenue
• Use of ARP funds to eliminate the Wastewater Treatment Plant internal loan
• FY23 Capital Improvement Projects presentation
• Appointments to the Ad Hoc Housing Committee
• Proclamation supporting local businesses during the pandemic

City Council

The City Council is considering the establishment of Juneteenth as a city-observed holiday. The council will also discuss authorizing and creating a Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Committee.

• Establishment of Juneteenth as a City-Observed Holiday
• Authorization/Creation of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Committee

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review updated plans for exterior modifications at 25 Alfred Street. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Certified Local Government (CLG) responsibilities.

• Exterior modification plans for 25 Alfred Street
• Approval of December 8, 2021, meeting minutes
• Discussion of CLG responsibilities

Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will review amendments to the 2019 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). Members will also receive updates regarding South Street Development and the Affordable Housing Task Force. The meeting includes a vote on future meeting dates.

• Amendments to 2019 CAPER
• Review of 2020 CAPER
• Updates on South Street Development and Affordable Housing Task Force
• Brief updates on CDBG, CDBG-CV, and ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Vote on CAC meeting dates

School Committee

The committee will review updates on COVID-19, elementary class size options, and the ESSER III budget overview. The agenda includes discussions regarding staff survey results for 8th graders at the Maplewood Ave Campus. A vote is scheduled to authorize and adopt a Restated 403b Plan.

• Vote to authorize and adopt the Restated 403b Plan
• Information on elementary class size options
• ESSER III budget overview
• Staff survey results for 8th graders at Maplewood Ave Campus
• Personnel appointments, resignations, and transfers

Shellfish Conservation Committee

The agenda consists only of standard procedural items. No specific topics or new business matters are listed in the document.

Planning Review Committee

The Joint Council and Planning Board will discuss upcoming issues and projects. No specific projects, rezonings, or contracts are detailed in this agenda.

Conservation Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss the ecological impacts of the Winding Creek Ln development. A motion was presented to engage Mark Ward to write a brief memo in response to the most recent sketch plan.

• Discussion of Winding Creek Ln development ecological impacts
• Motion to engage Mark Ward to write a memo regarding the latest sketch plan

Climate Change Task Force

The task force will review subcommittee reports regarding budget, strategic planning, and community outreach. Members will also discuss updates on the 'Climate Art Project' grant and a slide deck for the January 18 City Council meeting. Additionally, the group will address feedback from the Council on a 22-page SMPDC roadmap proposal.

• Updates on 'Climate Art Project' and grant
• Preparation of slide deck for Jan-18 City Council Meeting
• Feedback from Council on 22-page SMPDC roadmap proposal
• Subcommittee reports on budget, strategic planning, and community outreach

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a revised sketch plan for the 19-lot West Brook Subdivision. The board will also consider a setback determination for 280 Hills Beach Road and a conditional use permit for a medical marijuana store at 366 Hill Street. Additionally, the board is scheduled to elect a Vice Chair and Secretary.

• Revised sketch plan for 19-lot West Brook Subdivision
• Setback determination for rebuilding a structure at 280 Hills Beach Road
• Conditional use permit for Ripple Wellness Center at 366 Hill Street
• Election of Vice Chair and Secretary

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the minutes from November 16, 2021, and sign the expenditure warrant. The committee is also scheduled to discuss or approve a purchase recommendation for a foul ball containment system at St. Louis Field I. An update on financials through November 2021 will be provided.

• Purchase recommendation for St. Louis Field I Foul Ball Containment System
• Approval of November 16, 2021, Finance Committee minutes
• Financial update through November 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing the purchase of a foul ball containment system for St. Louis Field and extending the resolution for remote meetings. The agenda also includes the swearing-in of Fire Department officers and several committee appointments. Additionally, the council will review a special event permit application for WinterFest 2022.

• Authorization/purchase of St. Louis Field I Foul Ball Containment System
• Extension of resolution for remote meetings
• Swearing-in of Fire Department Officers
• WinterFest 2022 special event application
• Appointments to the Citizens' Advisory Committee, Airport Commission, and others

Conservation Commission

The Biddeford Conservation Commission is meeting to finalize comments regarding the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion on financial support for a Climate Change Task Force public engagement project.

• Finalizing comments to the Comprehensive Plan
• Financial support for Climate Change Task Force Public Engagement Project