Braintree public meetings in 2023

Town Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council meeting on December 19, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda contains only the meeting listing and a reference to the full agenda PDF, with no specific items, votes, or discussion topics listed.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board will consider several petitions for relief from zoning bylaws, including two requests for house additions and one for a business wall sign. The meeting also includes an update on the Wood Road Revitalization and Mixed-Use Development Initiative.

• Appeal regarding enforcement of zoning violations at 26 Brewster Avenue
• Petition for a two-story addition at 7 Watson Street with side yard setback relief
• Petition for a second-story addition at 16 Mann Street with rear yard setback relief
• Petition for a 50 square foot wall sign at 250 Granite Street
• Modification request for 99 & 107 Hancock Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet via Zoom to approve the September 21, 2023, meeting minutes. The primary agenda item is a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to tobacco product sale restrictions.

• Public Hearing: Proposed amendments to the Amended Regulation of the Board of Health Restricting the Sale of Tobacco Products
• Approval of September 21, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for a special permit and site plan review at 116 Lundquist Drive and 125 Union Street. The board is also scheduled to present and vote on the Master Plan, consider as-built approval for a grading permit at 40 Connelly Circle, and discuss street acceptance for Del's Way. Updates will be provided on the MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay District public hearing and the Wood Road revitalization initiative.

• Continued public hearing for Special Permit (Use & Watershed) and Site Plan Review at 116 Lundquist Drive (PB File 23-07)
• Continued public hearing for Site Plan Review and Special Permit at 125 Union Street (PB File 23-01)
• Master Plan Presentation and Adoption by consultant JMGoldson
• Request for As-Built Approval for Grading Permit at 40 Connelly Circle (PB File #21-18)
• Request for Street Acceptance of Definitive Subdivision at 459 West Street (Del's Way)

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ordinance and Rules Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on proposed ordinance amendments and rule changes. The agenda includes review of zoning regulations and other municipal code updates. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed in the provided text.

• Review of proposed zoning ordinance amendments
• Discussion of municipal code rule changes
• Potential committee vote on ordinance revisions

Community Preservation Committee

The Braintree Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including a window project at Independence Manor and acoustic sound panels for Daughraty Pickleball Courts, and to consider potential new projects such as a Town Hall message board, library newspaper archiving, and playground improvements. They will also receive updates on ongoing projects and handle administrative items like approving minutes and setting the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Independence Manor Window Project – St. Francis of Assisi Residences at Braintree, Inc.
• Daughraty Pickleball Courts Acoustic Sound Panels – Braintree Pickleball Association/Mayor Charles Kokoros
• Potential new projects: Town Hall Message Board/Fencing, Archive Historic Newspapers, Adams Park, Braintree American Lighting, Plain Street Cemetery Tomb Doors, French House, Charlotte Rose Playground
• Project updates: Nathan Buliga Park, Armstrong Dam, Liberty Grove, Daughraty Gym, Historic Inventory, Conservation Restrictions, Elm Street Cemetery, Smelt Brook, Town Hall Ramp, Delorey Field, Fire Station
• Administrative: Approval of Nov 13 minutes, CPA State Trust Distribution, 2024 Meeting Calendar

Town Council

This is the agenda for the Braintree Town Council meeting on December 5, 2023. The agenda lists only the meeting time and references two documents, with no specific action items or discussion topics provided. It appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda.

Town Council

This agenda is procedural only, with no specific items listed. The Town Council is scheduled to meet at 7:30 PM on December 5, 2023, but no decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will receive a presentation from the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. The body will also review the Handicapped Parking fund account.

• Presentation from Kristina Khoury of the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)
• Review of Handicapped Parking fund account by M. McGrath
• Approval of November 2023 minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding several requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2024 meeting schedule and the Braintree Master Plan draft.

• Determination of Applicability: 20 Jensen Farm Rd./Li
• Determination of Applicability: Brookside Rd - Smelt Brook/Weymouth Braintree Regional Recreation Conservation District
• Notice of Intent (DEP File # 8-725): 1577 Liberty St./Cox
• Notice of Intent (DEP File # pending): Gordon Rd.-Watson Park/Braintree DPW -Stormwater Division
• Notice of Intent (DEP File # 8-724): 125 Union St./Torrington Properties, Inc.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Town Council Order 23-076, which proposes zoning text and map amendments to create MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay Districts (MCMOD). The amendments would establish new zoning districts and sub-districts to comply with state law requiring multi-family housing near transit. The board is the applicant for this zoning change.

• Public hearing on Town Council Order 23-076 for MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay Districts
• Zoning text amendment to Section 135-301 (Districts Established)
• Creation of new Section 135-616 (MCMOD Zoning)
• Zoning map amendment to establish MCMOD Sub-Districts

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission will discuss two potential Community Preservation Committee projects: energy efficiency improvements and gutter replacement at the Derek Manning Thayer House, and digitizing historic newspaper microfilm reels at Thayer Public Library. The commission will also introduce new members, schedule a demolition delay site visit at 75 Columbus, and approve past meeting minutes.

• Discussion of CPC project for Thayer House energy efficiency and gutter replacement
• Discussion of CPC project for digitizing historic newspaper microfilm reels at Thayer Public Library
• Introduction of new members Wesley Painter (Braintree Historical Society) and Thomas P. Devin (Mayoral Appointee)
• Schedule demolition delay site visit at 75 Columbus (violation)
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 1, July 10, and September 20, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board will consider multiple requests for variances and findings regarding property setbacks, lot sizes, and land use. Items include proposals for new construction, demolitions, and converting office space into a medical clinic.

• Petition #23-30: Proposed two-story addition and in-ground pool at 27 Bushnell Terrace
• Petition #23-31: Request to demolish and reconstruct a two-family dwelling at 87-89 Central Avenue
• Petition #23-32: Conversion of existing office space to a medical center/clinic at 639 Granite Street
• Petition #23-33: Request to demolish and reconstruct a single-family dwelling at 58 Hill View Road
• Appeal regarding enforcement of zoning violations at 26 Brewster Avenue

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural items for the Town Council meeting on November 21, 2023, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The document is limited to the meeting time and linked PDFs, indicating a routine or placeholder agenda.

• Meeting scheduled for 7:30 PM on November 21, 2023

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to review construction schedules and budget updates, including SRF reimbursements. The body will also discuss a pilot testing proposal from the MWRA and a proposal for a district website.

• Construction schedule update
• Budget update and SRF reimbursement update
• MWRA pilot testing proposal
• Electronic signature management for SRF reimbursements
• Proposal for Tri-Town Water District website

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Master Plan Steering Committee will review the third draft of the Master Plan, including recent revisions and photo selections. The committee is scheduled to vote on whether to forward the plan to the Planning Board for adoption.

• Presentation on Draft #3 revisions to the Master Plan
• Selection of photos for the plan
• Vote to forward the Master Plan to the Planning Board for adoption

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for three development projects: a special permit at 42 Bregoli Lane, a special permit and site plan review at 116 Lundquist Drive, and a site plan review and special permit at 125 Union Street. The board will also discuss the 2024 meeting schedule and receive updates on the Master Plan and MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay Districts.

• 42 Bregoli Lane Special Permit 135-702(b) (PB File 23-08) – Esi Adeborna, Applicant
• 116 Lundquist Drive Special Permit (Use & Watershed) and Site Plan Review (PB File 23-07) – Atlantic Oliver 116 Lundquist Drive LLC, Applicant
• 125 Union Street Site Plan Review and Special Permit (PB File 23-01) – JBM Braintree LLC/Torrington Properties, Applicant
• 2024 Planning Board Meeting Schedule discussion
• MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay Districts (MCMOD) Public Hearing November 28

Community Preservation Committee

The Braintree Community Preservation Committee will discuss six potential new projects, including window replacement at Independence Manor, a Town Hall message board and fencing, archiving historic newspapers at the library, improvements to Adams Park, new lighting for Braintree American, and tomb doors at Plain Street Cemetery. The committee will also receive updates on 12 ongoing projects and handle administrative items like approving minutes and a financial report.

• Independence Manor – Window Project
• Town Hall Message Board/Fencing
• Archive Historic Newspapers Braintree Public Library
• Adams Park
• Plain Street Cemetery – Tomb Doors

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate: a scheduled Town Council meeting time and a reference to the agenda PDF. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.

Town Council - Public Works Committee

The Town Council's Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss Department of Public Works matters. The agenda includes review of documents related to DPW operations and projects.

• Review of DPW agenda and meeting documents

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities is meeting to continue discussions on pedestrian safety at the South Braintree Square intersection. Members will also review accessibility improvements for Elder Services and the Historical Society.

• Pedestrian Safety/South Braintree Square Intersection Evaluation
• Elder Services front entryway bench accessibility and funding
• Historical Society portable ramps accessibility and funding
• Handicapped Parking fund account review

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for November 2, 2023, at 7 PM in Johnson Chambers has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard accommodation information.

• Meeting cancelled

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ordinance and Rules Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on proposed ordinance changes. The agenda includes a review of zoning amendments, though specific details are limited in the provided text.

• Review of proposed zoning amendments

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The Town Council's Ordinance & Rules Committee is meeting to discuss proposed ordinance changes and rules. The agenda includes only procedural items with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• No specific items listed beyond committee discussion of ordinances and rules

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ordinance and Rules Committee is meeting on November 1, 2023. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific proposals, votes, or public hearings listed.

Town Council - Public Safety Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Public Safety Committee is meeting on November 1, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing several petitions for relief from zoning bylaw requirements. These include requests to build a 31-unit multi-family building on Hancock Street and two single-family dwellings on undersized lots.

• Petition #23-28: Request for variances to build a 3 to 4 story, 31-unit multi-family residential building at 99-107 Hancock Street
• Petition #23-27: Request to construct a single-family dwelling on an undersized lot at 75 Columbus Ave
• Petition #23-29: Request to construct a single-family dwelling on an undersized lot at 126 Beechwood Road
• Petition #23-20: Appeal of Building Inspector's response regarding 26 Brewster Avenue (continued without testimony)
• Request for Amendment: Petition #23-13 for 80 Sycamore Road

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Master Plan Steering Committee is meeting to review revisions to Draft #2 of the Master Plan and to hear comments from members, the Town Council, Planning Board, and the public. No votes are scheduled; the committee will vote on recommending the plan to the Planning Board at its November 16, 2023 meeting. The agenda is primarily a discussion and comment session.

• Presentation on revisions to Draft #2 of the Master Plan
• Public comment period on the draft plan
• Scheduled vote on November 16, 2023 to recommend plan to Planning Board
• Plan to be sent to Planning Board for adoption in December 2023

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss a construction schedule update, a time impact analysis, and a budget update including SRF reimbursement. The meeting includes approval of minutes and setting future dates.

• Construction schedule update
• Walsh Time Impact Analysis #1 under review
• Budget update with SRF reimbursement update

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The Ordinance and Rules Committee is meeting to discuss items related to local ordinances and rules. The agenda lists no specific items, only the meeting time and associated documents, indicating this is a procedural session.

• No specific agenda items listed

Town Council

This is the agenda for the Braintree Town Council meeting on October 17, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda lists only the meeting time and linked documents, with no specific items, decisions, or discussions detailed. It appears to be procedural boilerplate with substantive topics to be covered in the attached meeting packet.

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss potential new projects and receive updates on existing ones. The agenda includes a new project proposal for the Braintree Fire Headquarters and several other community improvement items.

• Braintree Fire Headquarters project proposal
• Independence Manor window project
• Logan Park ADA access
• Plain Street Cemetery tomb doors
• Updates on Armstrong Dam Public Access and Middle Street Trail

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Kilrain Monument at Town Hall Mall. The commission will also elect a vice-chair, report on a demolition delay site visit at 4 and 44 Allen Street, and schedule a site visit for 75 Columbus Street.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for Kilrain Monument at 773-793 Washington Street (AKA 1 JFK Memorial Drive)
• Election of Vice-Chair for commission reorganization
• Report on demolition delay site visit at 4 and 44 Allen Street
• Schedule demolition delay site visit for 75 Columbus Street (violation)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold new public hearings for special permits at 42 Bregoli Lane, 1-3 Commercial Street, and 116 Lundquist Drive, and continue a hearing for 125 Union Street. The board will also consider as-built approvals for Del’s Way and 1070 Liberty Street, and discuss board member term limits and meeting duration.

• 42 Bregoli Lane – Special Permit 135-702(b) (PB File 23-08)
• 1-3 Commercial Street – Special Permit for Parking Reduction (PB File 23-09)
• 116 Lundquist Drive – Special Permit (Use & Watershed) and Site Plan Review (PB File 23-07)
• 125 Union Street – Continued Site Plan Review and Special Permit (PB File 23-01)
• As-built approval and surety release for 1070 Liberty Street (PB File 22-06)

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Notices of Intent (DEP File #8-722 for 25 Pond St. and DEP File #8-723 for 37 Elmwood Park), likely concerning work near wetlands. The commission will also discuss staff updates, approve minutes from September 7, 2023, and review the Braintree Master Plan, with the next steering committee meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent DEP File #8-722, 25 Pond St. (Giglio)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent DEP File #8-723, 37 Elmwood Park (Malone)
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2023
• Discussion of Braintree Master Plan (link provided)
• Next Master Plan Steering Committee meeting: October 19, 2023

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ordinance and Rules Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on proposed ordinance amendments. The agenda includes a review of draft changes to local regulations, though specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Review of proposed ordinance amendments

Town Council

This is a regular Town Council meeting with a standard agenda. No specific items are listed beyond the meeting time and document references, so the agenda is largely procedural.

Town Council - Public Works Committee

The Town Council's Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and review items related to the Department of Public Works. The agenda includes only procedural items with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Review of DPW agenda documents

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The agenda is procedural, with no specific items listed beyond the committee's regular meeting. No decisions or discussions are detailed.

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities will meet to discuss three Americans with Disabilities Act (AAB) complaints against local businesses, including Dunkin Donuts at 1172 Washington Street, the Washington Street overpass, and Widow Maker Beer Garden. The commission will also receive updates on accessible voting notices, parking enforcement, and a grant proposal for the MHOA Accessibility Grant.

• AAB complaint: Dunkin Donuts 1172 Washington Street
• AAB complaint: Washington Street overpass
• AAB complaint: Widow maker Beer Garden
• MHOA Accessibility Grant proposal
• Update on accessible voting/polling/public meeting notices from Town Clerk

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Kilrain Monument at Braintree Town Hall Mall. The commission will also elect a vice-chair, report on a demolition delay site visit at 4 and 44 Allen Street, and schedule a site visit for 75 Columbus Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for Kilrain Monument at 773-793 Washington Street (Braintree Center Historic District)
• Election of Vice-Chair for commission reorganization
• Report on demolition delay site visit at 4 and 44 Allen Street
• Schedule demolition delay site visit for 75 Columbus Street (violation)

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Braintree Master Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss the draft Master Plan and take public comments. The committee will also hear member and staff announcements and review upcoming meetings, including presenting the draft plan to the Town Council and Planning Board in October and potentially voting to recommend it in November.

• Discussion and comments on the Draft Master Plan
• Public questions and comments session
• Upcoming meeting: Present draft plan to Town Council and Planning Board on October 19, 2023
• Upcoming meeting: Consider voting to recommend plan to Planning Board on November 16, 2023
• Master Plan to be sent to Planning Board for adoption in December 2023

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from July and August 2023 meetings. The agenda includes a request for a housing code hearing regarding 127 Allen Street and an update on the Cumberland Farms preliminary injunction hearing.

• Housing Code hearing request for 127 Allen Street
• Update on Cumberland Farms preliminary injunction hearing
• Approval of July 13, 2023, and August 17, 2023, meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission will hold a virtual meeting on September 20, 2023, to review a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Braintree Fire Department Headquarters at 9-11 Union Place, elect a new chair and vice-chair, and schedule a demolition delay site visit. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive an update on the Master Plan.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for Braintree Fire Department Headquarters, 9-11 Union Place, Braintree Center Historic District
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Schedule demolition delay site visit for 4 and 44 Allen Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 3, 2023 and June 5, 2023
• Master Plan update and next Steering Committee meeting

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural items for the regular Town Council meeting, with no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions listed. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 PM, and the agenda references documents but provides no further details.

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM with reference documents listed but no substantive topics provided.

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is holding a meeting to discuss financial matters. The agenda is minimal and contains only procedural items, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners will meet jointly with the Randolph Holbrook Joint Water Board to discuss construction updates, expenditures, and a potential standalone website. Key votes include signing an extra services request for engineering work and approving a pump replacement at the Richardi Pump House.

• Vote to sign Environmental Partners Extra Services Request No. 7 for US Army Corps Permit work
• Vote to approve replacement of pump at Richardi Pump House
• Construction schedule update
• SRF Reimbursement update
• Discussion of potential standalone Tri-Town Water District website

Community Preservation Committee

The Braintree Community Preservation Committee is holding its annual public meeting to review the FY2023 annual report and discuss potential new projects, including window replacement at Independence Manor, a message board/fencing at Town Hall, and ADA access at Logan Park. The committee will also receive updates on ongoing projects and handle administrative items like approving minutes and membership dues.

• Independence Manor – Window Project
• Town Hall Message Board/Fencing
• Archive Historic Newspapers Braintree Public Library
• Logan Park – ADA Access
• Plain Street Cemetery – Tomb Doors

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will conduct public hearings on a grading permit for 22 Francine Road, site plan reviews for 125 Union Street and 589/601 Granite Street, and a zoning text amendment for tree protection. The board will also consider as-built approval for Frito-Lay at 100 Commerce Drive and discuss recusal procedures.

• 22 Francine Road grading permit (PB File 23-06), Andy Huang applicant
• 589 and 601 Granite Street site plan review and special permits for Scutari Italian Restaurant (PB File 11-02)
• Zoning text amendments for tree protection (TCO 23-051) amending Sections 135-702 and 135-711(C)(3)(h)
• 125 Union Street site plan review and special permit continued hearing (PB File 23-01), JBM Braintree LLC/Torrington Properties
• As-built approval request for 100 Commerce Drive by Frito-Lay Inc. (PB File Major Modification #99-04)

The Planning Board approved a grading permit for a new single-family home at 22 Francine Road and granted as-built approval for a loading dock project at 100 Commerce Drive. The board also approved the meeting minutes from July 11, 2023.

• Approved meeting minutes for July 11, 2023 (4-0-1)
• Approved As-Built request for 100 Commerce Drive loading dock (5-0-0)
• Approved release of As-Built Surety for 100 Commerce Drive (5-0-0)
• Approved Grading Permit for 22 Francine Road (5-0-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities will discuss the ADA Transition Plan, a complaint against Dunkin Donuts at 1172 Washington St., and a DPH mini grant webinar. The meeting also includes approval of July 2023 minutes and a financial report on handicapped parking funds.

• Informational item: ADA Transition Plan presented by K. Ziniti
• AAB complaint against Dunkin Donuts at 1172 Washington St.
• DPH mini grant webinar discussion
• Financial report and monthly update on Handicapped Parking funds

The Commission approved the July 10, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed accessibility complaints regarding a Dunkin Donuts location and the town's progress on the ADA Transition Plan. No other substantive votes were taken.

• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Fire Department Headquarters at 9-11 Union Place in the Braintree Center Historic District. The commission will also elect a chair and vice-chair, schedule a demolition delay site visit for 4 and 44 Allen Street, and approve meeting minutes from April and June 2023.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for Braintree Fire Department Headquarters at 9-11 Union Place (AKA 1 Union Place) in Braintree Center Historic District
• Commission reorganization with election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Schedule demolition delay site visit for 4 and 44 Allen Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 3, 2023 and June 5, 2023

The meeting scheduled for September 11, 2023, was rescheduled to Wednesday, September 20, 2023. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on three projects: a Request for Determination of Applicability for 400 Wood Rd., a Notice of Intent for 25 Pond St., and an Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation for Rear Liberty St. The commission will also discuss a modification request for 44 and 4 Allen St., approve minutes from the August 3 meeting, and receive updates on the Braintree Master Plan.

• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability, 400 Wood Rd. (HRP Wood Road, LLC)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent, 25 Pond St. (Giglio)
• Public hearing: Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation, Rear Liberty St. (McGourty Realty, LLC)
• Modification request: DEP File #8-697, 44 and 4 Allen St. (Arch Communities LLC)
• Approval of minutes from August 3, 2023 meeting

The Commission issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for Wood Road and approved a resource area delineation for Rear Liberty Street. A minor modification for the project at 4 and 44 Allen Street was approved, while the hearing for 25 Pond Street was continued.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 360 (400) Wood Rd. (4-0-0)
• Approved Order of Resource Area Delineation for Rear Liberty St. as modified (4-0-0)
• Approved minor modification for 4 and 44 Allen St. (4-0-0)
• Continued hearing for 25 Pond St. to October 5 meeting (4-0-0)
• Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)

Town Council - Public Works Committee

The Town Council's Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss Department of Public Works matters. The agenda includes a review of DPW operations and potential projects, but no specific items or decisions are detailed in the provided text.

• Review of Department of Public Works operations
• Discussion of DPW projects

The Committee on the Department of Public Works approved two petitions for National Grid to replace aging gas infrastructure. Both projects include specific DPW requirements for temporary and permanent roadway repairs and traffic control.

• Approved Order 23 054 to replace gas mains on Wynot Road (2-0)
• Approved Order 23 055 to replace gas mains on Morrison Road and Drinkwater Ave (2-0)
• Approved minutes from April 4, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved minutes from April 25, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved minutes from June 20, 2023 (2-0)

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate: the Town Council is convening for its regular 7:30 PM meeting on September 5, 2023, with no specific action items, discussions, or documents detailed in the provided text. The only referenced documents are the agenda PDF and a meeting PDF, both of which are not summarized here.

The Town Council opened a public hearing for the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan and a public hearing for a Zoning Bylaw Text Amendment regarding inclusionary housing. The inclusionary housing hearing was continued to November 8, 2023.

• Approved minutes of May 2, 2023 (8-0)
• Opened public hearing for Order 22 012 Zoning Bylaw Text Amendment - Inclusionary Housing (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Order 22 012 to November 8, 2023 (8-0)
• Opened public hearing for Order 23 053 ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several new petitions regarding property variances and use determinations. The board will also address the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Petition #23-22: Request to extend parking and adjust open space at 245 Elm Street
• Petition #23-23: Request to reface a wall sign at 788 Liberty Street
• Petition #23-24: Request to continue use of a 5-unit apartment house and renovate at 298 Washington Street
• Petition #22-25: Request to alter parking area and increase lot coverage at 589 Granite Street
• Continuation of Petition #23-20 regarding 26 Brewster Avenue without testimony

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance to add four parking spaces at 26 Brewster Avenue and a variance to reface a wall sign at 788 Liberty Street. A request to continue a public hearing for 26 Brewster Avenue was also granted.

• Approved variance for 4 additional parking spaces at 26 Brewster Avenue (3-0)
• Approved variance to reface a 29.52 sq ft wall sign at 788 Liberty Street (3-0)
• Approved request to continue public hearing for 26 Brewster Avenue to September 18, 2023 (2-0)

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners (Braintree, Holbrook, Randolph) will hold a meeting via Zoom on August 25, 2023. The only listed item is an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the MWRA Ruling on Request For Reconsideration, citing collective bargaining or litigation concerns. No public votes or other business are scheduled.

• Executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A Section 21(3) for strategy on MWRA Ruling on Request For Reconsideration

The board met via Zoom and voted unanimously to enter an executive session. No other substantive decisions were made as the regular meeting did not resume after the session.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session to discuss MWRA Ruling on Request for Reconsideration (3-0)

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Braintree Town Council's Ordinance & Rules Committee, held via Zoom. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision, only the meeting time and linked documents.

The Committee on Ordinance & Rules voted to recommend that the Town Council adopt the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. The plan identifies accessibility barriers in town facilities and programs to create a roadmap for improvements. Adoption of the plan makes the town eligible for project grants of up to $250,000.

• Recommended approval of Order 23 053 to adopt the ADA Transition Plan (4-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed beyond the meeting time and associated documents. The agenda contains only boilerplate scheduling information.

• Meeting scheduled for 6:30 PM

The Committee of Ways & Means voted to make a favorable recommendation to the full Council regarding the appointment of Timothy Cohoon as Braintree Police Chief.

• Favorable recommendation for appointment of Timothy Cohoon as Police Chief (3-0)

Town Council

This is a special Town Council meeting with an agenda that appears to be mostly procedural, containing only placeholder items and document references. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

The Town Council approved the appointment of Timothy Cohoon as Police Chief. Additionally, the Council referred several items regarding park status, pool progress, and National Grid petitions to specific committees for further review.

• Approved appointment of Timothy Cohoon as Chief of Police (8-0)
• Referred Peterson Pool Progress (item 050 23) to the Committee on Community Planning (8-0)
• Referred Adams Park Status (item 051 23) to the Committee on Community Planning (8-0)
• Referred Evacuation Plan Activities (item 052 23) to the Committee on Community Planning (8-0)
• Referred National Grid Petition for Wynot Road (Order 23 054) to the Committee on the Department of Public Works (8-0)
• Referred National Grid Petition for Morrison Road (Order 23 055) to the Department of Public Works (8-0)

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Master Plan Steering Committee will review and finalize the shortlist of vision, goals, and strategies, and discuss a revised future land use map. The committee will also consider layout options for the master plan report and take public questions and comments.

• Review final shortlist of vision, goals, and strategies
• Review revised future land use map
• Discuss master plan report layout options
• Public questions and comments

The committee discussed inaccuracies in the Existing Conditions Report, specifically regarding housing density and population projections. Members requested revisions to the vision and goals to better protect existing neighborhoods. The committee is moving toward a final plan layout for review in September.

• Approved adding the phrase 'from encroachment' to the Core Theme 2 vision regarding neighborhood protection
• Approved changing 'increased development' to 'or redevelopment' in Goal 2

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet via Zoom to approve July 13, 2023, meeting minutes and review a new business item. The agenda includes a permit application for a body art practitioner at 250 Granite Street.

• Approval of July 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Body Art Practitioner Permit for Thais Rezende Nobrega (Eye Brow Glam) at 250 Granite Street

The Board of Health approved a body art practitioner permit for Thais Nobrega at 250 Granite Street. The Board also received updates on beach testing and a conditional variance for the Hyatt pool. Approval of the July 13, 2023, meeting minutes was tabled.

• Approved body art practitioner permit for Thais Nobrega, Eye Brow Glam, 250 Granite Street (Unanimous)
• Tabled approval of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold a new public hearing for a special permit and site plan review for Golf Lounge Braintree LLC at 250 Granite Street. It will also continue hearings on a zoning amendment for a PUD district on Granite Street and Lakeside Drive, a site plan review for the fire department at 9/11 Union Place, and a site plan review for 125 Union Street, which the applicant has requested to continue to September 12. The board will also approve meeting minutes and receive a master plan update.

• New public hearing: Special permit and site plan review for Golf Lounge Braintree LLC at 250 Granite Street (PB File 23-05)
• Continued hearing: Town Council Order #23-004 to create a PUD district and amend zoning map/text for portions of 250 Granite Street, 135 Lakeside Drive, 131 Lakeside Drive, and Assessors' Parcel 2039-0-56
• Continued hearing: Site plan review for Town of Braintree Fire Department at 9/11 Union Place (PB File 23-04)
• Continued hearing: Site plan review and special permit for JBM Braintree LLC/Torrington Properties at 125 Union Street (PB File 23-01), requested continuance to September 12
• Approval of meeting minutes for May 9 and June 13, 2023

The Planning Board approved the meeting minutes from May 9 and June 13, 2023. The board also received a presentation for a proposed Golf Lounge facility at South Shore Plaza, though no final decision on the permit was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-2)

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four wetland-related requests, including Notices of Intent for projects at Gordon Rd. and Pond St., and determinations of applicability for properties on Pond St. and Wood Rd. The commission will also consider extension permits for restoration work at Watson Park and discuss the Braintree Master Plan.

• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability, 578 Pond St.
• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability, 360 (400) Wood Rd. (HRP Wood Road, LLC)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent, DEP File #8-720, Gordon Rd. (Watson Park – Delorey Field)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent, DEP File # pending, 25 Pond St. (Giglio)
• Extension permits for Watson Park Bank & Salt Marsh Restoration (DEP #8-681) and Watson Park Berm (DEP #8-682)

The Conservation Commission issued an Order of Conditions for the reconstruction of Delorey Field at Watson Park, requiring the evaluation of alternative surfaces for a proposed outfield path. The board also granted a negative Determination of Applicability for a residential property at 578 Pond St. and extended two permits for Watson Park restoration projects.

• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for 578 Pond St. with conditions to plant at least 24 native shrubs (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Delorey Field reconstruction with requirements to evaluate alternative surfaces for the outfield path (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 360 (400) Wood Rd. to September 7th (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 25 Pond St. retaining wall project to September 7th (4-0)
• Extended Order of Conditions for Watson Park Bank & Salt Marsh Restoration to September 2026 (4-0)
• Extended Order of Conditions for Watson Park Berm to September 2026 (4-0)
• Approved June 29, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision, only the meeting time and reference documents.

The committee gave a favorable recommendation to the full Council for funding a restoration study addendum to improve fish passage. The committee also tabled the re-appointment of the outside auditor pending a new proposal.

• Recommended $12,500 from the Open Space Fund for Smelt Brook Restoration Study - 2023 Addendum (3-0)
• Tabled Order 23 050 regarding the re-appointment of the Outside Auditor (3-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Approved March 30, 2023 minutes (2-0)

Town Council

This Town Council meeting agenda contains only the standard meeting start time and document references, with no substantive items listed. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions specified.

• No substantive agenda items listed

The Town Council approved three zoning bylaw amendments to define and regulate production studios, breweries, and conference facilities. These changes include updated use tables and specific off-street parking requirements for these businesses.

• Approved Order 23 041 to amend Section 135-102 Definitions (9-0)
• Approved Order 23 042 to amend Section 135-601 Table of Principle Uses (9-0)
• Approved Order 23 043 to amend Section 135-806 Schedule of Off-Street Parking Requirements (9-0)
• Approved minutes from April 25, 2023 (9-0)

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners and the Randolph Holbrook Joint Water Board will meet to discuss construction updates, SRF reimbursement, and the US Army Corps permit. A vote on a Walsh change order and appointment of Holbrook board representation are also on the agenda.

• Construction update: scope, schedule, and budget
• SRF reimbursement update
• US Army Corps permit and final project financial impact
• Vote on Walsh change order
• Appointment of Holbrook board representation

The Board unanimously approved a change order for archaeological excavation and tribal oversight at the Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant. The Board also appointed Katherine Goldrick as the Holbrook representative for a three-year term.

• Approved Change Order #2 for $343,253.66 for archaeological excavation and tribal oversight (Unanimous)
• Appointed Katherine Goldrick as Holbrook Tri-Town representative for three years (Unanimous)

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The committee is discussing proposed zoning ordinance amendments. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; recommendations may be forwarded to the full Town Council.

• Review of proposed zoning ordinance amendments

The Committee on Ordinance & Rules voted to recommend three zoning bylaw amendments to the full Council. These changes establish new definitions, usage tables, and parking requirements for production studios, breweries, and function facilities to encourage new business revenue.

• Approved minutes from February 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 (4-0)
• Recommended Order 23 041 to amend Section 135-102 Definitions for new business uses (4-0)
• Recommended Order 23 042 to amend Section 135-601 Table of Principle Uses (4-0)
• Recommended Order 23 043 to amend Section 135-806 Schedule of Off-Street Parking Requirements (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Braintree Zoning Board of Appeals will consider requests for lot size relief, a building inspector appeal, and site reconfiguration. The board will also approve meeting minutes from June 26, 2023.

• Petition #23-18: Request to demolish and build a 3-story single family home at 22 Francine Road
• Petition #23-20: Appeal of the Building Inspector's May 22, 2023 response regarding zoning violations at 26 Brewster Avenue
• Petition #23-21: Request for variances for parking, stormwater, and landscaping improvements at 116 Lundquist Drive
• Approval of June 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the reconstruction of a single-family home on an undersized lot and granted variances for lot coverage and open space at a commercial property. One appeal regarding zoning violations was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved reconstruction of single-family dwelling at 22 Francine Road (3-0)
• Approved variances for lot coverage (74%) and open space (26%) at 16 Lundquist Drive (3-0)
• Continued public hearing for appeal of zoning violations at 26 Brewster Avenue (3-0)

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Master Plan Steering Committee will meet to elect a vice chair, discuss ideas and strategies for the master plan, and review the future land use map. The meeting includes time for questions from the Town Council, Planning Board, and the public.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Presentation and discussion on Ideas and Strategies Shortlist
• Review of Future Land Use Map
• Public questions and comments

The committee elected a Vice Chair and reviewed the finalization of Phase III of the Master Plan. A consultant presented a shortlist of strategies across five core themes, including conservation, economic development, transportation, housing, and town facilities.

• Elected Amy Holmes as Vice Chair (11-0-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee meeting on July 18, 2023. The agenda contains only the meeting time and references to two PDF documents, with no specific items, resolutions, or discussions listed. It appears to be a routine or placeholder agenda.

The Committee of Ways & Means voted to recommend an inter-municipal agreement to provide veterans' services to the towns of Avon and Holbrook. A supplemental appropriation request was withdrawn by the Mayor's office.

• Recommended Order 23 046 to authorize the Mayor to submit an Inter-Municipal Agreement for Veterans' Services to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (2-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Order 23 047 regarding FY23 Supplemental Appropriation #3 was withdrawn

Town Council

The Town Council authorized the acceptance of a donation for a pickleball court walkway and sponsored a zoning amendment for a tree ordinance. The Council also supported a state bill to modernize community media funding and approved an inter-municipal agreement for veterans' services.

• Approved $10,000 donation from Braintree Pickleball for a walkway (7-0)
• Approved Braintree Town Council as sponsor for Proposed Tree Ordinance zoning amendment (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to seek Inter-municipal Agreement for Veterans Services (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted resolution supporting An Act to Modernize Funding for Community Media Programming (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 4, 2023 (7-0)
• Referred Smelt Brook Restoration Study appropriation to Committee of Ways & Means (7-0)
• Referred Outside Auditor re-appointment to Committee of Ways & Means (7-0)
• FY23 Supplemental Appropriation #3 was withdrawn by the Mayor's office

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet via Zoom to conduct hearings regarding tobacco violations at four locations. The agenda also includes a request for keeping chickens and a variance request for well regulation.

• Tobacco violation hearings: Pond Street Variety, Circle K/Elm Street Mobile, Liberty Wine & Spirits, and Granite Wine & Spirits
• Request for keeping chickens at 578 Pond Street
• Variance request for well regulation at 31 Daniel Road
• Presentation: 84 Movement-Tobacco Picture Project

The Board of Health issued $1,000 fines and five-day license suspensions to four local businesses for selling tobacco to minors. The Board also denied a residential permit to keep chickens and approved a well regulation variance for a property on Daniel Road.

• Imposed $1,000 fine and 5-day license suspension on Pond Street Variety (Unanimous)
• Imposed $1,000 fine and 5-day license suspension on Circle K/Elm Street Mobile (Unanimous)
• Imposed $1,000 fine and 5-day license suspension on Liberty Wine & Spirits (Unanimous)
• Imposed $1,000 fine and 5-day license suspension on Granite Wine & Spirits (Unanimous)
• Denied permit for keeping eight chickens at 578 Pond Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Variance of Well Regulation for 31 Daniel Road (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 15, 2023 (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will open a new public hearing for a site plan review at 9/11 Union Place, requested by the Fire Department, and continue a hearing on proposed zoning code amendments including new definitions, a table of principal uses, and off-street parking requirements. The board will also discuss as-built approval for 16-18 Pearl Street, a floodplain special permit waiver for 28 Ellery Street, and an ANR subdivision plan for Independence Avenue and Washington Street.

• 9/11 Union Place (PB File 23-04) – Site Plan Review, Braintree Fire Department applicant
• Town Council Orders #23-041, #23-042, #23-043 – New Definitions section, Table of Principal Uses, and Off-Street Parking Requirements
• As-Built Approval – 16-18 Pearl Street (PB File #05-06), requested by Bohler Engineering
• Waiver of Special Permit for floodplain at 28 Ellery Street – Erin & Martin Mulkerrin
• Approval Not Required Subdivision Plan at 80 Independence Avenue and 85 Washington Street – Archbishop Williams High School

The Planning Board endorsed a land swap between Archbishop Williams High School and St. Coletta’s to accommodate a modular classroom. The board also granted as-built approval for a property on Pearl Street and waived a special permit for a project on Ellery Street. A public hearing was held regarding renovations to the Braintree Fire Headquarters.

• Endorsed ANR Plan for land swap at 80 Independence Avenue and 85 Washington Street (4-0-0)
• Granted As-Built Approval for 16-18 Pearl Street with surviving conditions 1, 5, 7, 13, and 23 (4-0-0)
• Waived Special Permit pursuant to 135-608 Floodplain for 28 Ellery Street (4-0-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities will continue reviewing its Articles of Incorporation, discuss the ADA Self Evaluation and Transition Plan, and consider funding for bike racks. The meeting also includes an update on handicapped parking enforcement data from the police department and a financial report on handicapped parking funds.

• Continued discussion on updating the Commission's Articles of Incorporation
• Comments on the ADA Self Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Discussion on funding for bike racks by member Crystal Evans
• Braintree Police Department handicapped parking enforcement data update
• Financial report and monthly update on handicapped parking funds

The Commission approved the June 5, 2023, meeting minutes and agreed to take a summer break in August. Members discussed potential bike rack installations and reviewed a police report on handicapped parking enforcement.

• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Decided not to meet in August
• Tabled bike rack funding pending DPW discussion and cost analysis

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Braintree Fire Department Headquarters at 9-11 Union Place (also known as 1 Union Place) in the Braintree Center Historic District. The applicant is Chief O'Brien on behalf of the Town. Old business includes a site visit to the Great Oak. The next meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2023.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for Braintree Fire Department Headquarters at 9-11 Union Place (1 Union Place) in Braintree Center Historic District
• Applicant: Chief O'Brien, Braintree Fire Department, on behalf of the Town of Braintree
• Old business: Great Oak site visit
• Next meeting: Monday, September 11, 2023

The Commission issued a Certificate of Appropriateness for the demolition of the garage and exterior renovations at 9-11 Union Place. The approval includes conditions regarding roofing, masonry, and windows, with final details on lighting and screening deferred to September.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 9-11 Union Place (unanimous)
• Selected aluminum with faux patina finish for gutters and downspouts
• Agreed to slate-like shingles for roof replacement as an add-alternate
• Recommended 100% cleaning of all elevations and 50% repointing of west and south sides as an add-alternate
• Approved replacement of windows with architectural grade Pella, Marvin, or equal
• Approved replacement of cornices with white painted mahogany
• Tabled final determination on lighting and acoustical roof screening until September 11th

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing on a Request for Determination of Applicability for 28 Ellery St. (Mulkerrin). They will also discuss enforcement at 50 Grove Circle, evaluate the Watson Park Seawall, and receive updates on the Braintree Master Plan.

• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability at 28 Ellery St.
• Enforcement matter at 50 Grove Circle
• Watson Park Seawall evaluation
• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2023
• Braintree Master Plan update

The Commission issued a negative Determination of Applicability for a deck at 28 Ellery St. and approved a restoration plan for tree removal at 50 Grove Circle. Staff provided updates on the Watson Park seawall and coastal resilience project.

• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for deck at 28 Ellery St. (5-0)
• Issued Enforcement Order for restoration plan at 50 Grove Circle (4-0-1)
• Approved June 1, 2023 minutes (4-0-1)

Town Council - Community Planning Committee

The Committee on Community Planning held a meeting via Zoom where all discussed items, including zoning and park projects, were tabled to future meetings. No substantive votes to approve or deny policies or contracts were made.

• Tabled minutes of September 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Tabled minutes of December 20, 2022 (3-0)
• Tabled item 041 22: Multi-Family Zoning Requirements for MBTA Communities (3-0)
• Tabled item 043 23: Master Plan Steering Committee Update (3-0)
• Tabled item 020 23: Green Communities - Braintree Energy Reduction Plan (3-0)
• Tabled item 039 23: Holland Project Status (3-0)
• Tabled item 040 23: Penniman Park Status (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing several requests for zoning relief, including variances for single-family homes on undersized lots. The board will also consider a request to reface a ground sign at 120 Granite Street.

• Variance for a 3-story dwelling at 126 Jefferson Street regarding lot width and area
• Request to demolish and rebuild a single-family home at 22 Francine Road
• Variance to reface a 78 square foot ground sign at 120 Granite Street
• Withdrawal of appeal regarding zoning violations at 11 Brewster Avenue
• Approval of May 22, 2023, meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a medical marijuana treatment center to reface an existing ground sign. The board also approved a petition for 126 Jefferson Street with conditions and allowed a withdrawal for 1 Brewster Avenue.

• Approved variance to reface 16.25 foot ground sign at 120 Granite Street (3-0)
• Approved requested relief for 126 Jefferson Street subject to staff conditions and revised plans (3-0)
• Approved request to withdraw petition without prejudice for 1 Brewster Avenue (3-0)
• Continued petition for 22 Francine Road to July 24, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Master Plan Steering Committee will meet to discuss and review the vision and goals for alignment with strategies. The committee will also consider tabling the election of a Vice-Chair to the July 20 meeting. Approval of meeting minutes from January and March 2023 is on the agenda.

• Discussion and review of vision and goals for alignment with strategies
• Vote to table election of Vice-Chair to July 20 meeting
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 19, 2023 and March 13, 2023
• Public questions and comments

The committee approved meeting minutes from January and March 2023. Members discussed the data methodology used by consultants to create a shortlist of strategies for the town's Master Plan. The committee began reviewing strategies for Core Theme 1, including the addition of a strategy regarding the Community Preservation Act surcharge.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 19, 2023, and March 13, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Tabled election of Vice-Chair to the next meeting
• Added Strategy Code 1X to the shortlist: consider increasing the Community Preservation Act surcharge from 1% to fund open space, recreation, historic preservation, and community housing goals

Town Council - Public Works Committee

The Town Council's Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss Department of Public Works matters. The agenda includes review of DPW operations and potential projects. No specific action items or votes are listed.

• Review of Department of Public Works operations

The Public Works Committee gave favorable recommendations to the full Council for a National Grid gas main replacement project on Liberty Street and the extension of an inter-municipal agreement with the South Shore Recycling Cooperative.

• Recommended approval of Order 23 040 to replace approximately 660 feet of gas pipe in Liberty Street (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Order 23 045 to extend the Inter-Municipal Agreement for the South Shore Recycling Collaborative (2-0)

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners and the Holbrook Joint Water Board will meet to discuss a construction schedule update, expenditures on a US Army Corps permit, public access around the construction site, an SRF reimbursement update, document signature management, and the Richardi Pumphouse update. The meeting is open to the public.

• Construction schedule update
• Summary of expenditures on US Army Corps Permit
• Discussion of construction site and surrounding area public access
• SRF reimbursement update
• Richardi Pumphouse update

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

The committee is discussing proposed amendments to zoning ordinances and fee schedules. No final decisions are expected; this is a review and discussion session.

• Review of proposed zoning ordinance amendments
• Discussion of fee schedule updates

The Committee on Ordinance & Rules voted to recommend a new municipal code to restrict heavy commercial vehicles on Addison St, Burton Rd, and Davis Rd. The measure follows approval from MassDOT and aims to prevent trucks from using residential streets as cut-throughs to avoid traffic lights.

• Recommended Order 23 044 to the full Council to create municipal code 10.10 Heavy Commercial Vehicles Excluded (4-0)

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural items for the regular Town Council meeting scheduled for 7:30 PM on June 20, 2023. No substantive decisions, discussions, or specific action items are listed.

• Regular Town Council meeting at 7:30 PM

The Town Council approved the reappointment of Frank Collins to the Weymouth Braintree Regional Recreation Conservation District. Several public hearings regarding zoning bylaws and parking requirements were opened and continued to future dates.

• Approved reappointment of Frank Collins to the Weymouth Braintree Regional Conservation District (8-0)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2023 (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Order 22 012 (Inclusionary Housing Zoning) to September 5, 2023 (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Order 23 004 (Residences on Granite PUD District) to September 5, 2023 (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Order 23 041 (Brewery definitions) to August 1, 2023 (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Order 23 042 (Table of Principle Uses) to August 1, 2023 (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Order 23 043 (Off-Street Parking Requirement) to August 1, 2023 (8-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet via Zoom to consider several requests regarding well regulations, lifeguard variances, and animal keeping. The agenda also includes a requested hearing regarding a housing code order.

• Variance request for well regulation roadway setback at 135 Whites Hill Road
• Lifeguard variance request for Liberty Park Apartments at 1 Matthew Lane
• Request for keeping chickens at 65 Wayne Ave
• Housing Code hearing regarding a housing order at 185 Shaw Street

The Board of Health approved three variance requests regarding a well setback, pool lifeguard staffing, and the keeping of chickens. The Board also voted to uphold a housing order for a property on Shaw Street.

• Approved well regulation variance for 135 Whites Hill Road (Unanimous)
• Approved lifeguard variance for Liberty Park Apartments at 1 Matthew Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved permit for keeping four chickens at 65 Wayne Avenue (Unanimous)
• Upheld housing order as written for 185 Shaw Street (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 11 and May 24, 2023 (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold a new public hearing on three Town Council orders proposing amendments to the zoning code, including new definitions, a table of principal uses, and off-street parking requirements. A continued hearing for 125 Union Street will be postponed without testimony to August 8, 2023. The board will also review several approval-not-required subdivision plans and as-built approvals, and discuss appointing a member to the Master Plan Steering Committee.

• New public hearing on Town Council Orders #23-041, #23-042, #23-043 for zoning code amendments (definitions, use table, parking schedule)
• Continued hearing for 125 Union Street site plan review and special permit (PB File 23-01) postponed to August 8, 2023
• Approval Not Required Subdivision Plans: 40 Arnold Street, 47 Sycamore Road/Rear Forest Street, 60 Columbian Street (Rear)
• As-built approvals: 16-18 Pearl Street (PB File #05-06) and 100 Commerce Drive (PB File Major Modification #99-04)
• Appointment of Planning Board member to Master Plan Steering Committee

The Planning Board tabled all Approval Not Required (ANR) subdivision plans and as-built approvals on the agenda. The decisions followed a dispute regarding the legal term limits of board members.

• Tabled ANR subdivision plan for 40 Arnold Street (3-0-0)
• Tabled ANR subdivision plan for 47 Sycamore Road and Rear Forest Street (3-0-0)
• Tabled ANR subdivision plan for 60 Columbian Street Rear (3-0-0)
• Tabled as-built approval for 16-18 Pearl Street (3-0-0)
• Tabled as-built approval for 100 Commerce Drive (3-0-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Braintree Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including additional funds for the Smelt Brook Restoration, and to consider several potential new projects such as a window project at Independence Manor, a Town Hall message board/fencing, archiving historic newspapers at the library, a fire station project, Adams Park, and new lighting for Braintree American. The committee will also receive updates on existing projects and handle administrative items like approving minutes and a financial report.

• Smelt Brook Restoration – Additional Funds
• Independence Manor – Window Project
• Town Hall Message Board/Fencing
• Archive Historic Newspapers Braintree Public Library
• Fire Station and Adams Park projects

The Community Preservation Committee recommended additional funding for a fish ladder design study. The committee also approved minutes from two previous meetings and received status updates on several town infrastructure and preservation projects.

• Recommended appropriation of $12,500 from Open Space Fund for Smelt Brook Restoration (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/10/23 meeting (6-0-1)
• Approved minutes from 5/8/23 meeting (5-0-2)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is holding a meeting on June 6, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only procedural items, with no specific decisions or discussions listed.

The Committee issued favorable recommendations to the full Council for the establishment of a Tree Replacement Revolving Fund and multiple fund transfers to cover cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) for town employees. The committee also recommended the reappointment of Frank Collins to a regional district.

• Recommended establishing Tree Replacement Revolving Fund with a FY2024 spending limit of $100,000 (3-0)
• Recommended transferring $115,378.90 for FY23 Fire COLA (3-0)
• Recommended transferring $6,059.18 for FY23 Utility Workers Union COLA (3-0)
• Recommended transferring $17,021.76 for FY23 non-union employee COLA (3-0)
• Recommended transferring $930,871.09 for FY23 Braintree Educator COLA (3-0)
• Recommended transferring $24,357.92 for FY24 Utility Workers Union COLA (3-0)
• Recommended transferring $156,146.11 for FY24 Firefighters (IAFF) COLA (3-0)
• Recommended transferring $64,878.39 for FY24 non-union employee COLA (3-0)

Town Council

This is the agenda for the Braintree Town Council meeting on June 6, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda contains only the meeting's scheduling information and document references, with no specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics listed. As such, the meeting's substantive business is not detailed in this agenda.

• Meeting scheduled for 7:30 PM on June 6, 2023
• Agenda references two documents: '2023 JUNE 6 COUNCIL AGENDA R2.PDF' and '23 JUNE 6 COUNCIL MTG.PDF'
• No specific agenda items, votes, or proposals are listed in the provided text

The Town Council voted to allow early voting by mail for the September 19 and November 7, 2023, elections. The Council also decided that the Town Clerk's office will remain closed on Saturdays for the same election cycles. Additionally, the Council approved the March 7, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of March 7, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved early voting by-mail for Sept 19, 2023, Local Preliminary Election (8-0)
• Approved early voting by-mail for Nov 7, 2023, Local General Election (8-0)
• Authorized Town Clerk's office to remain closed on Saturdays for Sept 19, 2023, election (8-0)
• Authorized Town Clerk's office to remain closed on Saturdays for Nov 7, 2023, election (8-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities will discuss updates to its Articles of Incorporation, review the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and examine signage for the July 4 Braintree Day parade. The meeting also includes a financial report on handicapped parking funds and a presentation from the Master Plan Steering Committee.

• Master Plan Steering Committee Roadshow Presentation by Shelley North
• Continued discussion on updating the Commission's Articles of Incorporation
• Comments on ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Review of July 4 signage for Braintree Day parade
• Financial report / Handicapped Parking funds monthly update

The Commission approved the May 8, 2023 meeting minutes and ranked proposed strategies for the Master Plan Steering Committee. Members discussed signage and visibility for the Braintree Day Parade. The review of the Commission's Articles of Incorporation was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Ranked proposed strategies for the Master Plan Steering Committee
• Tabled review of Articles of Incorporation to the next meeting

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission is meeting to discuss the fire station renovation update, plan a daytime visit for Oak Great, and hear a Master Plan Roadshow presentation. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda is mostly discussion and updates, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Fire Station Renovation Update
• Daytime visit for Oak Great
• Master Plan Roadshow presentation and discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 9 and March 6, 2023

The Commission reviewed and rated several Master Plan strategies, showing strong support for a new Historic Preservation Special Permit and digitizing Town documents. Members also discussed requirements for the Fire Station renovation, emphasizing the restoration of historic elements. The Commission approved meeting minutes from January and March 2023.

• Approved January 9, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Voted '5' for support and priority to adopt an Historic Preservation Special Permit zoning amendment
• Voted '5' for support and priority to digitize and archive all Town documents
• Voted '5' for support and priority to create an updated Community Preservation Plan
• Voted '5' for support and priority to develop an Arts & Culture Brochure and Landing District webpage
• Voted '1' against increasing the Community Preservation Act surcharge
• Consensus to suggest extending the Demolition Delay Ordinance period to six to nine months

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on four applications, including two Notices of Intent and two Requests for Determination of Applicability, for projects at Canal St., 245 Elm St., 360 (400) Wood Rd., and 15 Plymouth Rd. Two items are continued from the May 4 meeting. The commission will also hear a Master Plan Steering Committee presentation and approve minutes.

• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability, Canal St. Right of Way (Town of Braintree) - continued
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent, DEP File #8-718, 245 Elm St. (245 Elm St. LLC) - continued
• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability, 360 (400) Wood Rd. (HRP Wood Road, LLC)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent, DEP File #8-719, 15 Plymouth Rd. (Echevaria)
• Master Plan Steering Committee Roadshow Presentation

The Commission issued negative Determinations of Applicability for projects at Canal St. and Wood Rd. It also issued Orders of Conditions for projects at 245 Elm St. and 15 Plymouth Rd. with specific stormwater requirements.

• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for Canal St. with vegetation removal limits (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 245 Elm St. requiring a signed Stormwater Checklist (4-0)
• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for 360 (400) Wood Rd (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 15 Plymouth Rd. requiring a drywell or gravel drip strip (4-0)
• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Committee voted to provide favorable recommendations to the full Council for six motions regarding the FY2024 operating budget. These include funding for town departments, the golf course, water and sewer, and stormwater. A proposal to establish a new revolving fund for tree replacement was tabled.

• Approved FY2024 general operating budget of $160,405,001 (2-1)
• Approved FY2024 Golf Course budget of $1,933,892 (3-0)
• Approved FY2024 Water and Sewer Division budget of $23,367,823 (3-0)
• Approved FY2024 Stormwater Division budget of $1,412,833 (3-0)
• Approved FY2024 Cable Television budget of $630,175 (3-0)
• Approved authorization to incur liability in excess of appropriated snow and ice funds for FY2024 (3-0)
• Tabled Order 23 029 regarding a new revolving fund for tree replacement (3-0)

Town Council

This is the agenda for the Braintree Town Council's Annual Town Meeting on May 30, 2023. The agenda lists two items, both scheduled for 7:00 PM, but provides no details on what will be discussed or decided. The agenda appears to be procedural, with no substantive items listed.

The Town Council approved the FY2024 operating budget, including a general appropriation of $160,405,001. The budget utilizes $4.25 million in certified free cash to maintain services and avoid cuts.

• Approved $160,405,001 for FY2024 maintenance and operation of town departments (8-1)
• Approved $1,933,892 for FY2024 Golf Course expenses (9-0)
• Approved $23,367,823 for FY2024 Water and Sewer Division expenses (9-0)
• Approved minutes from February 28, 2023 (8-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss litigation strategy regarding Cumberland Farms, Inc., v. Town of Braintree Board of Health.

• Executive Session: Litigation strategy discussion with respect to Cumberland Farms, Inc., v. Town of Braintree Board of Health

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss items on its agenda. The agenda is minimal, listing only the meeting time and associated documents, with no specific items detailed.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider multiple petitions regarding building dimensions, lot sizes, and signage. The board will also review an appeal of a Building Inspector's response regarding zoning violations.

• Variance for a single-family dwelling at 126 Jefferson Street involving lot width and area reductions
• Appeal of the Building Inspector’s March 9, 2023 response regarding 80 Canavan Drive
• Request to erect a second wall sign for a restaurant at 703 Granite Street
• Proposal to demolish part of a building and construct a 1,370 square foot addition at 9/11 Union Place
• Approval of April 24, 2023, meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a two-story addition to the Central Station fire house and a second wall sign for a restaurant. The Board also upheld a building inspector's determination regarding a storage trailer at a residential property.

• Approved variance for second wall sign at 703 Granite Street (3-0)
• Upheld Building Inspector's determination regarding storage trailer at 80 Canavan Drive (3-0)
• Approved variances for 1,370 sq ft two-story addition at 9/11 Union Place (3-0)
• Continued Petition #23-09 (126 Jefferson Street) to June 26

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss financial and budgetary matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed in the provided text.

The committee gave a favorable recommendation for a supplemental appropriation totaling $2,125,297.23 and a $3.5M bond for school and town building repairs. The FY2024 Operating Budget and a proposed tree replacement revolving fund were both tabled for future meetings.

• Recommended approval of $3.5M bond for Asbestos Removal ($1.5M) and Building Repairs ($2M) (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $2,125,297.23 in supplemental funding for HR, Law, School Utilities, Fire, DPW, and Golf (3-0)
• Tabled FY2024 Operating Budget (Order 23 025) to May 30, 2023 (3-0)
• Tabled establishment of New Revolving Fund for Tree Replacement (Order 23 029) (3-0)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022, January 17, 2023, February 7, 2023, February 16, 2023, and February 28, 2023 (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is meeting to review the town's budget documents. The agenda includes a budget agenda and a meeting packet, indicating a discussion of the proposed fiscal year 2024 budget.

• Review of FY2024 budget documents

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is meeting to review the town's budget documents, including a budget agenda and a general meeting agenda. The meeting appears to be focused on budget discussions, though specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Review of 23 MAY 17 BUDGET WM BUDGET AGENDA.PDF
• Review of 23 MAY 17 WM MTG.PDF

The committee gave a favorable recommendation to the full Council for the continuation of several revolving funds for FY2024. The FY2024 operating budget for education was taken off the table for discussion but ultimately tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved favorable recommendation for FY2024 revolving fund spending limits, including $1.1M for Full Day Kindergarten and $500k for School Bus (3-0)
• Took Order 23 025 (FY2024 Operating Budget) off the table (3-0)
• Tabled Order 23 025 (FY2024 Operating Budget) to the next meeting (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss the town budget. The agenda includes a budget document and a meeting packet, indicating a review of proposed expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Review of FY2024 budget

The Committee issued a favorable recommendation to the full Council for a $15,750 appropriation to update the town's historic building inventory. The committee also took the FY2024 Operating Budget off the table and reviewed budget requests for Planning and Community Development, Elder Affairs, and Municipal Licenses & Inspections.

• Recommended approval of $15,750 from the Historic Resources Fund for the Historic Resources Survey 2020 (3-0)
• Voted to take Order 23 025 (FY2024 Operating Budget) off the table (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss the town budget. The agenda includes budget documents and a meeting packet, indicating a review of fiscal matters.

• Town budget review

The committee recommended that the Town Council not opt out of early voting by mail for the September 19 and November 7, 2023 elections. It also recommended keeping the Town Clerk's office closed on Saturdays for voter registration for those same elections. Additionally, the committee took the FY2024 Operating Budget off the table for review.

• Recommended to full Council not to opt out of early voting by-mail for Sept 19, 2023 election (3-0)
• Recommended to full Council not to opt out of early voting by-mail for Nov 7, 2023 election (3-0)
• Recommended to full Council that Town Clerk's office remain closed on Saturdays for Sept 19, 2023 election (3-0)
• Recommended to full Council that Town Clerk's office remain closed on Saturdays for Nov 7, 2023 election (3-0)
• Voted to take FY2024 Operating Budget (Order 23 025) off the table (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss budget-related items. The agenda is largely procedural, listing only the meeting time and associated documents, with no specific items detailed in the provided text.

• Review of budget agenda document (23 MAY 15 BUDGET WM BUDGET AGENDA.PDF)
• Review of meeting version 2 document (23 MAY 15 WM MTG V2.PDF)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review permit applications for a bodywork establishment and therapist, a well regulation variance request, and a tobacco product sale violation. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Master Plan Steering Committee.

• Notice of Sale of Tobacco Product Violation: Cumberland Farms-831 Washington Street
• Request for Variance of Well Regulation: Patrick Murphy-101 Sycamore Road
• Bodywork Establishment Permit Application: East Massage Therapy-236 Quincy Avenue
• Bodywork Therapist Permit Application: Meiying Fang

The Board imposed a $1,000 fine and a five-day permit suspension on Cumberland Farms for selling flavored cigars. The Board also approved a well regulation variance and issued bodywork permits for a local business. Additionally, the Board provided feedback on the Master Plan Steering Committee's strategies.

• Imposed $1,000 fine and five-day tobacco permit suspension for Cumberland Farms (Unanimous)
• Approved well regulation variance for 101 Sycamore Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Bodywork Establishment and Bodywork therapist permits for East Massage Therapy and Meiying Fang (Unanimous)
• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners and the Randolph Holbrook Joint Water Board will meet to discuss updates on the Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant project, including a US Army Corps permit update, construction schedule, and biosolids discharge sampling. They will also hear a presentation from the Braintree Master Plan Steering Committee and receive an update on the Richardi Pumphouse. The meeting is open to the public.

• Tri-Town WTP project update: US Army Corps permit, construction schedule, biosolids discharge sampling
• Request for signatures on previously approved items
• Braintree Master Plan Steering Committee Roadshow Presentation
• Richardi Pumphouse update

The Board received updates on the Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant construction schedule and permitting. Members discussed pending signatures for change orders and a pilot study for bio solids sampling. No formal votes were taken on project approvals during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (Unanimous)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is meeting to review the town's budget documents, likely discussing the upcoming fiscal year's spending plan. The agenda is minimal, listing only the meeting time and associated budget documents, with no specific items detailed.

• Review of FY2024 budget documents
• Discussion of budget agenda items

The Committee of Ways & Means voted to take the FY2024 Operating Budget (Order 23 025) off the table for consideration. The meeting included detailed reports on the Department of Public Works reorganization and funding needs across various divisions.

• Took FY2024 Operating Budget (Order 23 025) off the table (3-0)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on a site plan review for 125 Union Street and a zoning map amendment for the Residences on Granite PUD at 250 Granite Street. The board will also discuss as-built approval for 197 Grove Street, proposed zoning amendments for breweries and function centers, and master plan updates.

• Continued public hearing for 125 Union Street site plan review and special permit (PB File 23-01) without testimony to June 13, 2023
• Town Council Order #23-004 for Residences on Granite PUD zoning map and ordinance text amendment at 250 Granite Street, 135 and 131 Lakeside Drive
• Request for as-built approval at 197 Grove Street (PB File 21-17)
• Sponsoring zoning amendments for definitions, use table, and parking requirements for breweries, production studios, and function/conference centers
• Assigning a Planning Board member to the Master Plan Steering Committee

The Planning Board granted as-built approval for a driveway expansion at 197 Grove Street and voted to direct staff to finalize zoning amendments for breweries, production studios, and conference facilities. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and continued a public hearing for 125 Union Street.

• Approved As-Built for 197 Grove Street driveway expansion (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from Feb 15, March 14, and April 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved directing staff to finalize zoning bylaw amendments for new use and parking ratios (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 125 Union Street to June 13, 2023 (5-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss budget-related items. The agenda includes two documents: a budget agenda and a meeting version, both for the May 9, 2023 session. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.

• Review of budget agenda document
• Review of meeting version document

The Committee voted to take the FY2024 Operating Budget off the table for consideration. Department heads from Golf, Law, and Finance presented budget increase explanations and operational updates to the committee.

• Took FY2024 Operating Budget (Order 23 025) off the table (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to review the town budget. The agenda is largely procedural, listing the meeting time and associated budget documents without detailing specific items for discussion.

• Review of town budget documents

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is meeting to review the town budget. The agenda lists budget documents for discussion, indicating the committee is considering the upcoming fiscal year's spending plan.

• Review of the FY2024 budget

The committee took Order 23 025 regarding the FY2024 Operating Budget off the table. Members discussed budget requests and justifications from the Town Clerk, Blue Hills Regional High School, and the Town Council.

• Approved motion to take Order 23 025 (FY2024 Operating Budget) off the table (3-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities is meeting to discuss the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan update, the July 4th/Braintree Day parade, a financial report on handicapped parking funds, and an AAB complaint regarding Dunkin Donuts on Washington Street. The meeting also includes approval of April minutes and other routine matters.

• ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan update
• July 4th/Braintree Day parade discussion
• Financial report on Handicapped Parking funds
• AAB Complaint: Dunkin Donuts Washington Street

The Commission approved spending from the handicapped parking fund for signage for the July 4th parade. They also reviewed the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan draft, which is now available for a 45-day public comment period before Town Council approval. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved expenditure of funds for signage for the Fourth of July parade (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 3, 2023 (4-0-1 abstention)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee reviewed and rated several proposed strategies for the Town's Master Plan. Members provided scores and priority levels for initiatives regarding open space, affordable housing, and the Community Preservation Act. The remainder of the meeting agenda was tabled.

• Rated 'Enhance public access to existing open space' as high priority (all 5s)
• Rated 'Create and maintain an updated Community Preservation Plan' as high priority (all 5s)
• Rated 'Explore the creation of a private entity... to hold open space restrictions' as high priority (5 level with two 4s)
• Rated 'Increasing the Community Preservation Act surcharge' as low priority (mostly 1s)
• Rated 'Conduct a housing study' as low priority (1 or 2 level)
• Tabled remainder of agenda until June 12, 2023 (5-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued a negative Determination of Applicability for the Smith Beach manhole replacement, requiring installation within one tide cycle and methods to reduce beach and retaining wall impact. They also approved an Amended Order of Conditions for 144 Allen St. to add infiltration galleys and modify the water quality basin, and for 8-10 and 40 Arnold St. to change building design while maintaining the approved drainage system. Several hearings were continued to allow site visits or plan revisions.

• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for Smith Beach manhole replacement with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for 144 Allen St. to add infiltration galleys and modify water quality basin (4-0)
• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for 8-10 and 40 Arnold St. to change building design from one 49,000 sq ft building to two buildings (8,900 and 10,800 sq ft) (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for Sunset Lake project as drafted (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 75 Harness Lane & Jensen Farm Rd. (4-0)
• Continued Canal St. access hearing to June 1 for site visit (4-0)
• Continued 245 Elm St. parking expansion hearing to June 1 for design revisions (4-0)
• Approved March 30, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is meeting to review the town budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes a budget document and a meeting packet for discussion.

• Review of FY2024 budget

The Braintree Town Council Ways & Means Committee reviewed the FY2024 operating budget revenue forecast and departmental budgets for Human Resources and the Library, but took no votes on the budget itself. The meeting was informational only, with discussion of revenue challenges, use of free cash, and departmental requests. The committee approved minutes from two prior meetings.

• Approved minutes of December 1, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of December 6, 2022 (3-0)
• No votes taken on FY2024 budget or any other substantive item

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural items: the call to order for the regular Town Council meeting at 7:30 PM and a reference to the meeting's PDF document. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.

The Town Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Plan totaling $21,619,959 and a separate $4,335,000 General Fund Capital Budget for specific projects including road resurfacing, police vehicles, school repairs, and ADA improvements. Both orders passed 7-0 with two absent. The Council also approved a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for the retirement system, funded at $237,900, also by a 7-0 vote.

• Approved FY23 Capital Plan totaling $21,619,959 (7-0)
• Approved $4,335,000 General Fund Capital Budget for 14 projects including $1.7M road resurfacing, $280K ADA improvements, $243K police vehicles (7-0)
• Approved 2% COLA for FY23 retirement system, funded at $237,900 (7-0)

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission is holding a remote meeting with one new business item: a pre-submission presentation for the Braintree Fire Station Headquarters. There is no old business. The commission will also discuss whether the June meeting will be remote or in person and its start time, and it notes upcoming Master Plan meetings.

• Pre-submission presentation for Braintree Fire Station Headquarters
• Discussion on June meeting format (remote or in person) and start time
• Master Plan Update: next meeting May 18, 2023 at Thayer Public Library, 7:00PM
• Master Plan presentation to Historical Commission on June 5, 2023

The Commission held an informal pre-submission presentation regarding renovations and an addition to the Fire Station Headquarters. No formal votes were taken, but members requested a review by a historic architect before a final presentation in June.

• Tabled formal review of Fire Station renovations pending historic architect's comments

Town Council

The provided text contains only the meeting title, date, and links to PDF documents. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed in the source text.

The Town Council opened and subsequently closed a public hearing regarding Order 22 037, a proposed Tree Protection Ordinance for public trees on town-owned land. Mayor Kokoros also presented the FY24 Operating Budget of $160,405,001 for review.

• Opened public hearing for Tree Protection Ordinance Order 22 037 (8-0)
• Closed public hearing for Tree Protection Ordinance Order 22 037 (8-0)

Town Council - Public Works Committee

The Town Council's Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss Department of Public Works matters. The agenda includes a review of DPW operations and potential projects, though specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Review of Department of Public Works operations
• Discussion of DPW projects and initiatives

The Committee on the Department of Public Works voted to recommend the discontinuance of a portion of King Hill Road to the full Town Council. The action relates to a section of road that exists only on paper and was never accepted by the town, intended to bring the Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant site into zoning compliance.

• Recommended approval of Order 23 013 to discontinue a portion of King Hill Road (2-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for relief from zoning bylaw requirements, including residential additions and new construction. The board will also hear an appeal regarding a denied commercial building permit at 357 & 365 Grove Street.

• Petition #23-10: Request for a 25 Ft. by 32.5 Ft. two-story addition at 18 Lawnview Drive
• Petition #23-11: Appeal of Building Inspector's denial of a commercial permit for 357 & 365 Grove Street
• Petition #22-24 (Amended): Request to alter the rear roof ridgeline at 18 Thayer Place
• Petition #23-12: Request for a kitchen addition and full second floor at 11 Cavanaugh Road
• Petition #23-13: Request to build a single-family dwelling on an undersized lot at 80 Sycamore Road

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved multiple petitions for residential additions and height variances based on lot topography and existing non-conformities. One commercial permit appeal was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved variance for 2-story addition at 18 Lawnview Drive (3-0)
• Accepted withdrawal without prejudice of commercial permit appeal for 357 & 365 Grove Street (3-0)
• Approved amendment and variance to increase roof height to 37.4 ft at 18 Thayer Place
• Approved finding for rear kitchen addition and second floor at 1 Cavanaugh Road (3-0)
• Approved variance for lot width and area to build a single-family dwelling at 80 Sycamore Road

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners will meet to vote on Extra Services Amendment 5 for EP and discuss a potential change order for archaeological monitoring. They will also review the Tri-Town Water District organizational structure, including board positions and the need to fill an Executive Director role.

• Vote on EP's Extra Services Amendment 5
• Potential Change Order for Archaeological Monitoring
• Change Order 1 - Tribal Oversight Costs
• Discussion of Tri-Town Water District organizational structure
• Construction schedule update and 5-week look ahead

The Board approved two funding requests related to tribal monitoring and archaeological services for the Tri-Town Water Plant Project. Members also received updates on the project's budget, permitting schedule, and the upcoming expiration of Holbrook's board representative term.

• Approved Change Order One for Walsh for tribal monitoring through January 2023 ($87,136) (Unanimous)
• Approved contract increase for Environmental Partners for PAL archaeological lab services (not to exceed $87,000) (Unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a request for an emergency condemnation and order to vacate at 218 Grove Street due to lack of heat and hot water. The meeting also includes requests for lifeguard provision variances for several residential and hospitality properties.

• Emergency Condemnation and Order to Vacate: 218 Grove Street
• Lifeguard Provision Variance: Royal Lake Village Condominium Trust-3 Royal Lake Drive
• Lifeguard Provision Variance: Jonathan’s Landing-400 John Mahar Highway
• Lifeguard Provision Variance: Turtle Crossing-501 Commerce Drive
• Lifeguard Provision Variance: Landing 53 Apartments-25 Commercial Street, Hampton Inn Braintree-215 Wood Road, and Reservoir Crossing-614 Pond Street

The Board modified an emergency condemnation order for 218 Grove Street to reflect tenant responsibility for heat and hot water. The Board also approved several annual lifeguard provision variances for local condominium and hotel pools.

• Modified emergency condemnation order for 218 Grove Street (Unanimous)
• Approved lifeguard variance for Royal Lake Village Condominium Trust, 3 Royal Lake Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved partial lifeguard variance for Jonathan’s Landing, 400 John Mahar Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved partial lifeguard variance for Turtle Crossing, 501 Commerce Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved lifeguard variance for Landing 53 Apartments, 25 Commercial Street (Unanimous)
• Approved lifeguard variance for Hampton Inn Braintree, 215 Wood Road (Unanimous)
• Approved partial lifeguard variance for Reservoir Crossing, 614 Pond Street (Unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board is meeting to hold a new public hearing on a grading permit for 79 Pleasant View Avenue and to continue hearings on a proposed PUD district at Granite Street and a major modification for Arnold Street. The board will also discuss zoning amendments for breweries and other uses, and receive updates on the Master Plan. One hearing, for 125 Union Street, will be continued without testimony to May 9.

• New public hearing: Grading permit for 79 Pleasant View Avenue (PB File 23-03), applicant John Mento-Mento Homes
• Continued hearing: Town Council Order #23-004 to create a PUD district at 250 Granite Street, 135 and 131 Lakeside Drive, and adjacent streets
• Continued hearing: Major modification to special permit and site plan review for 8-10 and 40 Arnold Street (PB File 20-02), applicant TLC Supply Inc.
• Hearing continued without testimony to May 9: Site plan review and special permit for 125 Union Street (PB File 23-01)
• Discussion of zoning amendments for definitions, use table, and parking for breweries, production studios, and function facilities

The Planning Board approved a grading permit for 79 Pleasant View Avenue and a major modification for TLC Supply Inc. at 8-10 and 40 Arnold Street. Two other public hearings were continued to May 9, 2023. The Board also discussed potential zoning amendments for breweries, production studios, and function facilities.

• Approved Grading Permit for 79 Pleasant View Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Major Modification to Special Permit and Site Plan Review for TLC Supply, Inc. (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Residences on Granite to May 9, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 125 Union Street to May 9, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Town Council's Ways & Means Committee. The agenda contains only the meeting time and links to documents, with no specific items listed.

The Ways & Means Committee voted to provide favorable recommendations for the appointments of Margaret Laforest as Chief of Staff and Michael Guerriero to the Braintree Housing Authority. The committee also approved the minutes from November 9, 2022.

• Approved minutes of November 9, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended appointment of Margaret Laforest to Chief of Staff (2-0-1)
• Recommended appointment of Michael Guerriero to Braintree Housing Authority (3-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss a request for additional funds for the Historic Inventory 2020 project and consider several potential new projects, including window replacements at Independence Manor and Daughraty Gym, a Town Hall message board/fencing, and more. They will also receive updates on ongoing projects such as Nathan Buliga Park/Highlands School Playground and Armstrong Dam Public Access. Administrative items include approving minutes, reviewing the FY24 budget, and extending in-person meeting waivers.

• Historic Inventory 2020 – Request for Additional Funds (Braintree Historical Commission)
• Independence Manor – Window Project
• Daughraty Gym (Windows)
• Town Hall Message Board/Fencing
• Archive Historic Newspapers – Braintree Public Library

The Community Preservation Committee recommended additional funding for the Braintree Historical Commission to complete a technical inventory of historic properties. The committee also received design updates on a roller hockey rink project and the Fire Station headquarters. The FY 24 CPC budget was reviewed, with expected funds just under $1.2 million.

• Recommended appropriation of $15,750 from the Historic Resources Fund for Historic Resources Survey Additional Funds (6-0-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes with spelling correction (4-0-1)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The provided text lists the meeting time and document filenames but does not include the specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions. Therefore, no concrete information about what the committee is deciding or discussing is available.

The Committee issued favorable recommendations to the full Council for the FY23 Capital Plan and a $4.335 million appropriation for various town projects. The committee also recommended a one-time 2% cost-of-living adjustment for retirement pensions.

• Approved minutes of October 11, 2022 (3-0)
• Favorable recommendation for FY23 Capital Plan (Order 23 016) (2-1)
• Favorable recommendation for $4,335,000 General Fund Capital Budget appropriation (Order 23 017) (2-1)
• Favorable recommendation for 2% one-time FY23 Retirement COLA (Order 23 021) (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee. The agenda contains no specific action items, only references to the agenda and meeting documents.

The Committee took two mayoral requests off the table for consideration but ultimately voted to table both items again. The decision to delay the FY2023 Capital Plan was made to allow the administration to provide more specifics regarding the ADA Transition Plan.

• Tabled Order 23 016 (FY2023 Capital Plan) (3-0)
• Tabled Order 23 017 (FY2023 General Fund Capital Budget appropriation of $4,335,000) (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is holding a meeting to discuss financial matters. The agenda is minimal and contains only procedural information, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

The committee recommended the approval of $320,000 for enterprise fund projects and 12 separate fund transfers for water, sewer, storm water, and golf projects. Two other requests regarding the FY23 Capital Plan and General Fund Capital Budget were tabled.

• Tabled Order 23 016 (FY23 Capital Plan) (3-0)
• Tabled Order 23 017 (FY23 General Fund Capital Budget) (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Order 23 018 for $320,000 (Golf mowers and Storm Water truck) (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $3.2M in Water Sewer transfers for distribution, modeling, and smoke testing (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $150,000 for Clean Water Asset Management SRF Grants (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $100,000 for Richardi Reservoir Pump Replacement (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $123,750 for Elder Affairs BMP state grant match (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $17,000 for Golf Aeriation Core Remover (3-0)

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Braintree Town Council's Ordinance and Rules Committee. The agenda contains only standard administrative items and no substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

The Committee on Ordinance & Rules gave favorable recommendations for two new ordinances. One establishes a process for public tree removal and replacement, and the other institutionalizes an annual LGBTQ+ Pride Month celebration in June.

• Approved favorable recommendation for Order 22 037 (Tree Ordinance) (4-0)
• Approved favorable recommendation for Item 007 23 (LGBTQ+ Pride Ordinance) (3-0, 1 absent, 1 abstain)

Town Council

The Town Council approved seven supplemental appropriation transfers totaling over $1.5 million for various town departments. The Council also granted National Grid permission to replace gas mains on Magnolia and Linden Streets. Several appointments and policy updates were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved $512,000 for school facilities (6-0)
• Approved $464,770 for Public Works Department (6-0)
• Approved $449,810 for Fire Department (6-0)
• Approved $86,001 for Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $66,300 for Finance Division (6-0)
• Approved $7,400 for Elder Affairs Department (6-0)
• Approved $800 for License & Inspections Department (6-0)
• Approved National Grid petition to replace gas mains on Magnolia and Linden Streets (6-0)

Town Council

This Town Council meeting agenda contains only the standard meeting start item and a reference to the agenda document itself. No substantive business items, votes, or discussions are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural boilerplate.

Town Council - Public Works Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Public Works Committee is holding a meeting on April 4, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. The agenda contains no listed discussion items or actions, only references to attached documents. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive items specified.

The Committee on the Department of Public Works gave a favorable recommendation to the full Council for a National Grid petition to replace aging gas mains. The project involves replacing steel and plastic mains on Magnolia Street and Linden Street, subject to specific DPW paving and traffic control requirements.

• Approved minutes of October 3, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved minutes of October 18, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved Order 23 020 for National Grid gas main replacement on Magnolia Street and Linden Street (2-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities is meeting to approve March minutes, hear from SEPAC about its role in Braintree Public Schools, get updates from Special Olympics and the Super Saturdays/Superstars sports program, and review the financial report for handicapped parking funds. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of March 2023 minutes
• SEPAC organization within Braintree Public Schools
• Special Olympics update by Richard Ellis
• Super Saturdays/Superstars sports program by Ms. Doherty
• Financial report on Handicapped Parking funds

The Commission approved the minutes from its March 13, 2023, meeting. Members discussed accessibility needs for students and the restart of the Special Olympics program in Braintree. No other substantive votes were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes of March 13, 2023 (4-0)

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission is meeting via Zoom to review a draft application for a Historic Inventory Update, discuss a site visit to Great Oak Spring, and address administrative matters including two commission vacancies and extending remote participation for open meetings. The agenda also notes the next Master Plan Update meeting on May 18, 2023.

• Review draft application for Historic Inventory Update
• Great Oak Spring site visit discussion
• Two commission member vacancies
• Extension of remote participation for open meetings
• Master Plan Update meeting May 18, 2023 at Cahill Auditorium

The Commission voted to hire Eastern Architects to conduct a townwide historical survey. They authorized a $15,750 funding application to be submitted to the Community Preservation Committee on April 4, 2023.

• Approved hiring Eastern Architects for townwide historical survey (4-0)
• Approved $15,750 funding application to Community Preservation Committee (4-0)
• Approved expenditure for Bartlett Tree to provide written answers to neighbors regarding Great Oak spring site

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on five applications, including requests for determination of applicability, notices of intent, and an amendment to an order of conditions. The commission will also discuss staff updates and approve the minutes from the March 2 meeting.

• Request for Determination of Applicability at 38 Stonewood Lane (continued from March 2)
• Request for Determination of Applicability at 10 Plain St. (Hollingsworth Pond, LLC)
• Notice of Intent for 245 Elm St. (245 Elm St. LLC)
• Amendment to Order of Conditions (DEP File #8-661) at 144 Allen St.
• Notice of Intent for Sunset Lake (Town of Braintree)

The Commission approved negative Determinations of Applicability for projects at 38 Stonewood Lane and 10 Plain St. Three other hearings were continued to the May 4 meeting. The Commission also approved the March 2, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for 38 Stonewood Lane with conditions for shrub planting and roof runoff (4-0)
• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for 10 Plain St for a temporary trailer on a gravel pad (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 245 Elm St. to May 4 meeting (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 144 Allen St. amendment to May 4 meeting (4-0)
• Continued hearing for Sunset Lake herbicide treatment to May 4 meeting for draft conditions (4-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is holding a meeting at 2:00 PM. The agenda is minimal, listing only the meeting time and associated documents, with no specific items detailed. This appears to be a procedural or routine meeting.

The Committee voted to provide a favorable recommendation to the full Council for Order 23 012, a supplemental appropriation to cover operational shortfalls for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2023. Funding is designated for emergency repairs, fuel, and overtime across multiple town departments.

• Recommended $512,000 for School Facilities (3-0)
• Recommended $464,770 for Public Works Department (3-0)
• Recommended $449,810 for Fire Department (3-0)
• Recommended $86,001 for Police Department (3-0)
• Recommended $66,300 for Finance Division (3-0)
• Recommended $7,400 for Elder Affairs Department (3-0)
• Recommended $800 for License & Inspections Department (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss financial matters. The agenda lists only the meeting time and documents, with no specific items detailed. The committee will likely review town budgets, expenditures, or revenue proposals, but the agenda provides no specifics.

• No specific agenda items listed
• Meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m.
• Agenda document: 23 MARCH 30 WM AGENDA 930AM.PDF
• Meeting document: 23 MARCH 30 WM MTG 930AM.PDF

The committee reviewed a request for $1,587,081 in supplemental funding to cover fire overtime, DPW maintenance, and fuel costs. After discussing the impact of new hires on fire department overtime, the committee voted to table the order until the next meeting.

• Voted to take Order 23 012 (FY23 Supplemental Appropriation #1) off the table (3-0)
• Tabled Order 23 012 to the next Ways & Means meeting (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is considering two petitions for relief from zoning bylaw requirements. One petition involves a second story addition at 45 Pleasant View Avenue, while the other proposes a three-story single-family dwelling at 126 Jefferson Street.

• Petition #23-08: Second story addition at 45 Pleasant View Avenue seeking side yard setback relief
• Petition #23-09: Proposed 3-story single-family dwelling at 126 Jefferson Street seeking lot width and area variances
• Approval of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved a petition for 45 Pleasant View Avenue based on revised plans and four staff conditions. A request for a variance to build a three-story home at 126 Jefferson Street was continued for 60 days to allow for revised plans and drainage permits.

• Approved petition for 45 Pleasant View Avenue (3-0)
• Continued hearing for 126 Jefferson Street until May 22, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee meeting on March 21, 2023. The agenda contains only the meeting time and references to two PDF documents, with no specific items, decisions, or discussions listed.

The committee reviewed a request for $1,587,081 in supplemental funding to cover fire overtime, DPW expenses, and fuel costs. Despite detailed motions for favorable recommendations across seven departments, the committee ultimately voted to table the matter.

• Tabled Order 23 012 items 1-7 regarding FY23 Supplemental Appropriation #1 (3-0)

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural scheduling information for the Town Council meeting on March 21, 2023, at 7:30 PM. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed.

The Council conducted a public meeting with officials from MassDEP and Clean Harbors to discuss air quality and evacuation plans following a February 2023 fire. No formal votes were taken on the matter, though the Mayor expressed opposition to the facility resuming regular operations without further safety measures. The Council also approved previous minutes and referred several orders to committees.

• Approved minutes of February 7, 2023 (7-0)
• Opened and continued public hearing for Order 23 013 regarding King Hill Road to April 25, 2023 (7-0)
• Referred Order 23 020 (National Grid Petition) to the Committee on the Department of Public Works (7-0)
• Referred Order 23 021 (Retirement Board COLA) to the Committee of Ways & Means (7-0)
• Referred item 016 23 (Humane Pet Shop Ordinance) to the Committee on Ordinance & Rules (7-0)

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to discuss the water treatment plant project, including a vote on authorizing contingency funds for revised US Army Corps permit requirements. They will also review construction schedules and coordinate with the state on loan paperwork and reimbursements.

• Vote to authorize contingency funds for US Army Corps permit changes
• Review estimated costs of revised permit conditions
• Construction schedule update
• SRF loan questionnaires and Green Light Letter submission to DEP
• Status of reimbursement request

The Board approved using construction contingency funds and increasing the Environmental Partners contract to cover archaeological oversight required by the US Army Corps. This allows work to resume at the water treatment plant footprint and tunnel area following the discovery of artifacts.

• Approved use of appropriated Construction Contract Contingency funds for US Army Corps Permit changes (Unanimous)
• Approved contract increase of up to $104,000 for Environmental Partners and Public Archaeological Labs (PAL) services (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for two site plan and special permit applications, both continued without testimony to April 11, 2023. The board will also discuss a road discontinuance petition, an as-built approval for a Grove Street project, term limits, meeting start time, and the Master Plan update.

• Continued hearing: 125 Union Street site plan review and special permit (PB 23-01), JBM Braintree LLC/Torrington Properties
• Continued hearing: 8-10 and 40 Arnold Street major modification to special permit and site plan review (PB 20-02), TLC Supply Inc.
• Planning Board recommendation on TCO 23-013: petition for discontinuance of King Hill Road by Tri-Town Board of Directors
• Request for as-built approval for major modification to PB 18-16 at 201 and 600 Grove Street, MARR Scaffolding Company
• Master Plan technical committee meetings April 10 and 13, next MPSC meeting May 18

The Board made a favorable recommendation to Town Council regarding the discontinuance of a section of King Hill Road to accommodate a new water treatment plant. Several other matters, including site plan reviews and a discussion on term limits, were tabled or continued to the April meeting.

• Favorable recommendation on TCO 23-013 Petition for Discontinuance of King Hill Road (5-0-0)
• Tabled As-Built approval for 201 and 600 Grove Street (Marr Scaffolding Company)
• Decided to maintain meeting start time at 7:00 PM
• Continued public hearing for 125 Union Street to April 11, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Continued public hearing for 8-10 and 40 Arnold Street to April 11, 2023 (5-0-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a request for an emergency condemnation and order to vacate at 218 Grove Street due to lack of heat and hot water. Other items include a lifeguard provision variance for Riverbend Condominium Trust-399 Pond Street and a chicken keeping permit.

• Variance of Lifeguard Provision: Riverbend Condominium Trust-399 Pond Street
• Request for Keeping of Chickens permit: 797 Granite Street
• Emergency Condemnation and Order to Vacate: 218 Grove Street (no heat, no hot water)
• Clean Harbors-Fire Incident update

The Board of Health approved a lifeguard provision variance for a condominium trust and a permit for keeping chickens at a residential address. A housing code hearing for a property on Grove Street was continued to April.

• Approved lifeguard provision variance for Riverbend Condominium Trust at 399 Pond Street (Unanimous)
• Approved permit for keeping six chickens at 797 Granite Street (Unanimous)
• Continued hearing for emergency condemnation and order to vacate at 218 Grove Street to April meeting
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee primarily received staff updates on various park, trail, and historic restoration projects. No new project funding was approved, though staff noted a pending $15,000 request for a Historic Inventory project due to price increases.

• Approved minutes from 1/23/23 meeting (5-0-1)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities is meeting to approve minutes, receive an update from the Braintree Police Department's Family Services Unit, continue reviewing its Articles of Incorporation, and review the monthly financial report on handicapped parking funds. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of February 2023 meeting minutes
• Update from Braintree Police Department Family Services Unit
• Continued discussion on updating the Commission's Articles of Incorporation
• Monthly financial report on handicapped parking funds

The Commission approved revised Articles of Incorporation to be sent to the Town Solicitor for review. Members also received a presentation from the Braintree Police Department's Family Services Unit regarding mental health crisis response.

• Approved meeting minutes of February 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved updated Articles of Incorporation for Town Solicitor review (5-0)
• Agreed to invite the Mayor to the April meeting to discuss member appointments

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Braintree Master Plan Steering Committee is meeting to organize itself by electing a vice-chair, approve prior minutes, and discuss ideas and strategies with consultants RKG, Kittelson, and JMGoldson. They will also discuss technical working sessions and take public questions. The meeting is open to the public and broadcast live.

• Election of Vice-Chair to fill vacant position
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 28, 2022
• Discussion of ideas and strategies with consultants RKG, Kittelson, and JMGoldson
• Discussion of technical working sessions
• Public questions and comments period

The committee elected Denver Gibbs as Vice Chair and approved the November 28, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed a draft list of strategy ideas across five core themes, proposing various additions and modifications to be vetted in upcoming technical working sessions.

• Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes (10-0-0)
• Elected Denver Gibbs as Vice Chair (7-3)

Town Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council meeting on March 7, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda lists only the meeting start time and references two PDF documents, with no specific discussion or decision items detailed.

• Meeting scheduled for 7:30 PM
• Agenda document: 2023 MARCH 7 COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
• Meeting document: 23 MARCH 7 COUNCIL MTG.PDF

The Town Council approved a significant appropriation for the rehabilitation of Delorey Field at Watson Park and reappointed the Town Clerk and Clerk of the Council. The Council also authorized a Statement of Interest for Braintree High School projects and approved a small fund transfer for library employee wages.

• Approved $737,142 from CPA Undesignated Fund for Watson Park - Delorey Field Rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Clifton Larson Allen as Town Auditor from April 24, 2023 to April 23, 2026 (6-2)
• Authorized Superintendent to submit Statement of Interest to MSBA for Braintree High School (8-0)
• Approved $8,620.76 transfer from HR Salary Reserve for library employee wage increases (8-0)
• Approved reappointment of James M. Casey as Town Clerk effective May 2, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved reappointment of Susan M. Cimino as Clerk of the Council effective July 21, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for Inclusionary Housing Zoning Bylaw to June 20, 2023 (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Tree Protection Ordinance to April 25, 2023 (8-0)

Town Council - Personnel Issues Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Town Council's Personnel Issues Committee. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision, only the meeting time and reference documents.

• No specific agenda items listed

The Committee on Personnel Issues voted to make favorable recommendations to the full Council for the re-appointment of the Town Clerk and the Clerk of the Council. The committee also approved the minutes from April 6, 2020.

• Approved minutes of April 6, 2020 (2-0)
• Recommended re-appointment of James M. Casey as Town Clerk effective May 2, 2023 (2-0)
• Recommended re-appointment of Susan M. Cimino as Clerk of the Council effective July 21, 2023 (1-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

The Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss financial matters, likely including budget items and expenditures. The agenda is minimal, listing only the meeting time and associated documents, with no specific items detailed.

The Committee issued favorable recommendations to the full Council for a baseball field upgrade, a high school building interest statement, and a library wage increase. The Watson Park project includes extending the outfield to 200 feet and adding ADA-accessible features.

• Recommended appropriation of $737,142 from CPA Undesignated Fund for Watson Park - Delorey Field Rehabilitation (3-0)
• Recommended authorization for Superintendent to submit Statement of Interest to MSBA for Braintree High School core project (3-0)
• Recommended transfer of $8,620.76 from Human Resources Salary Reserve for library employee wage increases (3-0)

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission is meeting to discuss an update to the Historic Inventory as new business, and to review a site visit to the Great Oak Spring under old business. The commission will also address two member vacancies and provide an update on the Master Plan process.

• CPC Project – Update Historic Inventory
• Great Oak Spring Site Visit
• Commission Vacancies (2 Member Vacancies)
• Master Plan Update – next meeting March 13, 2023

The Commission discussed a $44,000 proposal from Eastern Architects to update the historic inventory but tabled the decision until next month. Staff will seek an additional $15,000 from the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) to fund the contract.

• Tabled decision on Eastern Architects proposal for historic inventory update
• Approved staff to apply for $15,000 in additional CPC funding
• Scheduled Great Oak site visit for late May

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three wetland-related filings, including a Notice of Intent for 250 Granite St. continued from a prior meeting, and will consider an amendment to an Order of Conditions. The commission will also approve minutes and receive staff updates.

• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability at 38 Stonewood Lane (DaSilva)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent DEP File #8-715 at 250 Granite St. (Global Montello Group Corp.) - continued from Feb. 2
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent (DEP file pending) at 75 Harness Lane and Jensen Farm Rd. (ADP Holdings LLC)
• Other business: Request for Amendment to Order of Conditions DEP File #8-683 at 40 Arnold St. & 71 Adams St.
• Approval of minutes from Feb. 2, 2023

The Commission approved conditions for projects at 250 Granite St. and 75 Harness Lane. A hearing for a garage and patio at 38 Stonewood Lane was continued to March 30 following requests for a site visit.

• Issued conditions for 250 Granite St./Global Montello Group Corp. (4-0-1)
• Closed public hearing for 250 Granite St. (4-0-1)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 75 Harness Lane/ADP Holdings LLC with added pool discharge restriction (5-0-0)
• Closed public hearing for 75 Harness Lane (5-0-0)
• Continued hearing for 38 Stonewood Lane/DaSilva to March 30 (5-0-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 minutes (4-0-1)

Town Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council meeting on February 28, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda lists only the meeting time and references attached documents, with no specific items for decision or discussion provided.

The Council held a public hearing regarding a February 16 fire at the Clean Harbors facility, featuring testimony from town officials and company executives. No formal action was taken on the incident, but the matter will be revisited on March 21. The Council also approved three appointments to the Braintree Local Cultural Council.

• Approved appointment of H. Emily Ego to Braintree Local Cultural Council (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Jennifer Lynn to Braintree Local Cultural Council (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Anne Stuart to Braintree Local Cultural Council (8-0)
• Approved minutes of January 3, 2023 (8-0)
• Referred Braintree High School MSBA Statement of Interest to Committee of Ways & Means (8-0)
• Referred FY23 Capital Plan and related appropriations to Committee of Ways & Means (8-0)
• Referred reappointment of Town Clerk James M. Casey to Committee on Personnel Issues (8-0)
• Referred reappointment of Clerk of the Council Susan M. Cimino to Committee on Personnel Issues (8-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Ways & Means Committee with two sessions scheduled. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Committee of Ways & Means voted to provide favorable recommendations to the full Council for three reappointments to the Braintree Local Cultural Council. The committee also approved minutes from three previous 2022 meetings.

• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2022 (3-0)
• Favorable recommendation to full Council for reappointment of H. Emily Ego to Braintree Local Cultural Council (3-0)
• Favorable recommendation to full Council for reappointment of Jennifer Lynn to Braintree Local Cultural Council (3-0)
• Favorable recommendation to full Council for reappointment of Anne Stuart to Braintree Local Cultural Council (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Braintree Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four petitions: two for residential additions with setback variances, one for a wall sign variance, and one withdrawn request. Administrative items include introducing a new staff member and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Petition #23-04: 9 Thompson Road — front porch and second story addition with front yard setback variance (19 ft vs. 20 ft required)
• Petition #23-05: 15 Bayberry Lane — two-story addition with side yard setback variance (6.6 ft vs. 10 ft required)
• Petition #23-06: 865 Washington Street — wall sign variance (withdrawn by applicant)
• Petition #23-07: 20-60 Forbes Road — wall sign variance (19 sq ft sign in Highway Business Zone)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved three petitions for home additions and a business sign. One petition for a wall sign was withdrawn, and one residential addition request was continued to March 27, 2023, due to incomplete plans.

• Approved front porch and second story addition at 9 Tompson Road (3-0)
• Approved two story addition variance at 15 Bayberry Lane (3-0)
• Allowed withdrawal without prejudice for wall sign at 865 Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved 19 square foot wall sign variance at 20-60 Forbes Road (3-0)
• Continued hearing for second story addition at 45 Pleasant View Avenue to March 27, 2023
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Braintree Master Plan Steering Committee is meeting to organize itself, including electing a vice-chair, and to discuss upcoming technical working sessions scheduled for March 15 and 16. The committee will also review an ideas and strategies worksheet and take public comments.

• Election of Vice-Chair
• Discussion of Technical Working Sessions (March 15-16)
• Introduction of new member Denver Gibbs
• Public Questions and Comments

The February meeting was rescheduled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Board of Health

The Braintree Board of Health will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to regulations restricting tobacco product sales, and a separate hearing on tobacco sale violations at Luke's Convenience Store. The board will also consider a request for a permit to keep chickens at 788 Commercial Street. The meeting includes approval of January 12, 2023 minutes and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on amendments to Board of Health regulations restricting tobacco product sales
• Hearing on Notice of Sale of Tobacco Product Violations at Luke's Convenience Store, 411 Pond Street
• Request for Keeping of Chickens permit at 788 Commercial Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 12, 2023

The Board approved amendments to tobacco sale regulations to meet state requirements. It also issued a first-offense penalty to a local convenience store for tobacco violations and approved a residential chicken permit.

• Approved amendments to Regulations Restricting the Sale of Tobacco Products effective May 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Imposed first offense penalty on Lukes Convenience Store: $1,000 fine and 5-day suspension of tobacco sales effective 2/17/2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved permit to keep 5 chickens at 788 Commercial Street (Unanimous)
• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners

The Tri-Town Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to discuss the water treatment plant project, including a briefing on a temporary work stop by the US Army Corps, construction schedule updates, and coordination with the State Revolving Fund (SRF). The board will also vote to authorize plant debt issued to the individual communities of Braintree, Holbrook, and Randolph.

• US Army Corps temporary work stop briefing
• Construction schedule update
• SRF coordination: loan questionnaire and green light letter submission
• Vote to authorize plant debt issued to communities

The Board unanimously approved the authorization and issuance of debt by member towns to fund the design and construction of a new water treatment plant. The Board also received an update regarding a temporary work stoppage at the plant site due to archaeological findings.

• Approved authorization and issuance of debt for the new water treatment plant (3-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate—a scheduled Ways & Means Committee meeting with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The referenced documents are the agenda and meeting PDFs, but no substantive business is specified.

• No specific items listed on the agenda

The Committee voted to make a favorable recommendation to the full Council to appoint Clifton Larson Allen (CLA) as Town Auditor. The proposed three-year contract runs from April 24, 2023, through April 23, 2026, with annual funding to be determined by the Town Council during each budget season.

• Favorable recommendation to appoint Clifton Larson Allen as Town Auditor for a three-year contract (3-0)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold public hearings on a grading permit for Jensen Farm Road and 75 Harness Lane, a proposed PUD zoning district for properties on Granite Street and Lakeside Drive, and a site plan review and special permit for 125 Union Street. The board will also discuss a major modification to a special permit for 8-10 and 40 Arnold Street, and consider an as-built approval for 1010 Washington Street and an ANR subdivision plan for 375 and 381 Granite Street. Old and new business includes term limits discussion and a master plan update.

• Grading permit hearing for Jensen Farm Road and portion of 75 Harness Lane (PB File 23-02)
• Public hearing on Town Council Order #23-004 to create a PUD district at 250 Granite Street, 135 and 131 Lakeside Drive, and Assessors' Parcel 2039-0-56
• Site plan review and special permit for 125 Union Street (PB File 23-01) by JBM Braintree LLC/Torrington Properties
• Major modification to special permit and site plan for 8-10 and 40 Arnold Street (PB File #20-02) by TLC Supply Inc.
• As-built approval request for 1010 Washington Street by South Shore Bank and ANR plan for 375 and 381 Granite Street

Community Preservation Committee

The February 13, 2023 meeting of the Braintree Community Preservation Committee will not be held due to lack of agenda items. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee. The agenda contains no specific items, only the meeting time and document references, so no decisions or discussions are detailed.

The Committee of Ways & Means gave a favorable recommendation to the full Council to accept a $15,000 donation for the South Middle School Nurse's Office and five Automated External Defibrillators for Town Hall and Braintree Public Schools. The committee also tabled the appointment of a Town Auditor after discussing hourly rates and titles.

• Recommended approval of Order 23 005 to accept $15,000 and 5 AEDs from Laurie Melchionda Foundation (3-0)
• Tabled Order 22 066 regarding the appointment of Town Auditor (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 31, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 (3-0)

Town Council

This is a procedural Town Council meeting agenda with no listed substantive items, decisions, or discussions. The agenda contains only the meeting time and references to the agenda and meeting documents.

The Town Council approved zoning text amendments to align with the FEMA Model Bylaw and National Flood Insurance Program requirements. The Council also accepted a $15,000 donation and five AEDs from the Laurie Melchionda Foundation.

• Approved Zoning Order 22 073 to adopt FEMA Model Bylaw for Floodplain Protection District (9-0)
• Approved Order 23 005 to accept $15,000 for South Middle School Nurse's Office and 5 AEDs for Town Hall and schools (9-0)
• Approved minutes from December 6 and December 20, 2022 (9-0)
• Referred Order 23 004 regarding PUD District for Residences on Granite to Committee on Ordinance & Rules (8-1)
• Referred Rodent Ordinance (005 23) to Committee of Ways & Means (9-0)
• Referred ADA/Accessibility Ordinance (006 23) to Committee of Ways & Means (9-0)
• Referred LGBTQ+ Pride Ordinance (007 23) to Committee of Ways & Means (9-0)
• Referred re-appointments for H. Emily Ego, Jennifer Lynn, and Anne Stuart to Committee of Ways & Means (9-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities is meeting to discuss several informational items, including an update on the Delory field improvement at Watson Park, a presentation from Mass Relay, and a review of a snow caster shovel purchase. The commission will also continue discussions on updating its Articles of Incorporation and internal rules, and will receive financial reports on handicapped parking funds.

• Watson Park Delory field improvement update
• Mass Relay presentation
• Snow caster shovel purchase review
• Continued discussion on Articles of Incorporation
• Financial report on Handicapped Parking funds

The Commission approved the January 9, 2023, meeting minutes and agreed to update the antidiscrimination statement in its Articles of Incorporation. Members also decided to remove Article 12 and rename Article 11 as Finances and Expenditures. The group discussed proposed accessibility improvements to Watson Park and received a presentation on MassRelay services.

• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved updated antidiscrimination language for Section A, Article 2 of Articles of Incorporation
• Approved removal of Article 12 and renaming Article 11 to 'Finances and Expenditures'
• Tabled discussion on membership and term limits
• Tentatively scheduled next meeting for March 13, 2023

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission's February 2023 meeting will not be held due to a lack of agenda items. This is a procedural cancellation, with no items to be discussed or decided.

• February 2023 meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

The February 6, 2023, meeting was not held because there were no agenda items.

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four wetland-related applications, including Notices of Intent for properties on Kelley Drive and Granite Street, a Request for Determination of Applicability on Jensen Farm Road, and a request to amend an Order of Conditions. The commission will also discuss a trail sign for Middle Street and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Notice of Intent DEP File #714 for 73 and 85 Kelley Dr., 0 Graziano Dr.
• Notice of Intent DEP File #715 for 250 Granite St. (Global Montello Group Corp.)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for 40 Jensen Farm Rd. (Zhuo)
• Request to Amend Order of Conditions DEP File# 8-687 for 75 Harness Lane and Jensen Farm Rd. (ADP Holdings LLC)
• Middle Street Trail Sign discussion

The Commission approved a project at 85 Kelley Dr. and issued a negative Determination of Applicability for 40 Jensen Farm Rd. A request for an amended Order of Conditions for 75 Harness Lane was denied, with the board stating a new Notice of Intent is required.

• Issued Order of Conditions for 85 Kelley Dr. (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 250 Granite St. to March 24 meeting (4-0-1)
• Issued negative Determination of Applicability for 40 Jensen Farm Rd with conditions (4-0-1)
• Denied request for amended Order of Conditions for 75 Harness Lane and Jensen Farm Rd. (5-0-1)
• Approved December 1, 2022 minutes as amended (4-0-1)
• Approved January 5, 2023 minutes (4-0-1)

Town Council - Ordinance & Rules Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Braintree Town Council's Ordinance & Rules Committee. The agenda lists only the meeting time and documents, with no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Committee on Ordinance & Rules favorably recommended zoning amendments to adopt the FEMA Model Bylaw for floodplain protection. A proposed amendment regarding inclusionary housing was tabled pending further data and legal clarification.

• Approved favorable recommendation to Town Council for Order 22 073 regarding Floodplain Zoning Text Amendments (3-0)
• Tabled Order 22 012 regarding Inclusionary Housing Zoning Bylaw Text Amendment (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 22, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 1, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022 (3-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Braintree Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss an appraisal for a potential open space purchase in executive session, and to review new and ongoing projects funded by the Community Preservation Act. New business includes a project update on Hollis Field/Watson Park improvement design services and a new application for Watson Park - Delorey Field Rehabilitation submitted by Mayor Charles Kokoros. The committee will also consider several potential new projects, including window replacements at Independence Manor and Daughraty Gym, and updates on previously approved projects.

• Executive session discussion on appraisal for potential open space purchase
• Project update: Hollis Field/Watson Park improvement design services
• New application: Watson Park - Delorey Field Rehabilitation, applicant Mayor Charles Kokoros
• Potential new projects: Independence Manor window project, Daughraty Gym windows, Town Hall message board/fencing, archive historic newspapers at Braintree Public Library, fire station, Adams Park
• Old business updates: Nathan Buliga Park/Highlands School Playground, Liberty Grove unreserved purchase, Armstrong Dam public access, Middle Street Trail, Daughraty Gym restoration, Historic Inventory 2020, conservation restrictions, Elm Street Cemetery, Smelt Brook Restoration, Town Hall handicap ramp

The Community Preservation Committee recommended funding for the first phase of the Delorey Field rehabilitation at Watson Park, including ADA and landscaping requirements. The committee also recommended returning unspent funds from several previous projects and paying annual CPA Coalition dues.

• Recommended appropriation of $737,142 from the Unreserved Fund for Delorey Field Rehabilitation (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes from 12/12/22 (4-0-0)
• Recommended return of unspent funds for Town Hall Renovation, Town Hall Master Plan, Exterior Old Thayer Library, Gravestone/Security, Adams Playground, and Morrison Outdoor Classroom (4-0-0)
• Recommended payment of $3,500 for CPA Coalition annual dues (4-0-0)
• Voted to enter Executive Session to discuss an appraisal for potential open space purchase (4-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four petitions: a variance for three wall signs at 161 Forbes Road, a second-story addition at 75 Columbus Avenue, a rear deck at 18 Cape Cod Lane, and a second-story addition at 61 Acorn Street. The board will also approve minutes from November 28, 2022, and discuss the Master Plan update.

• 161 Forbes Road: Lamour Community Health Institute seeks variance to install three wall signs (only one allowed in Highway Business Zone).
• 75 Columbus Avenue: Vung Tran seeks findings for a second-story addition within non-conforming setbacks (side yard 6.2 ft vs. required 10 ft; front yard 15 ft vs. required 20 ft).
• 18 Cape Cod Lane: Rachel and Kevin Adams seek a finding for a rear deck with 40.6 ft rear yard setback (30 ft required) and amendment to ZBA Decision #21-10.
• 61 Acorn Street: Scott Coen seeks a finding for a second-story addition within non-conforming side yard setback (8.3 ft vs. required 10 ft).
• Administrative items: approval of November 28, 2022 meeting minutes; Master Plan update discussion.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for three wall signs at 161 Forbes Road. The board also granted findings for residential additions and a deck at 75 Columbus Avenue, 18 Cape Cod Lane, and 61 Acorn Street.

• Approved variance for three wall signs at 161 Forbes Road (3-0)
• Approved second story addition at 75 Columbus Avenue (3-0)
• Approved rear deck at 18 Cape Cod Lane (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Decision #21-10 for 18 Cape Cod Lane (3-0)
• Approved second story addition at 61 Acorn Street (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from November 28, 2022 (3-0)

Master Plan Steering Committee

The Braintree Master Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss metrics for goals, review the Phase III schedule, and identify potential participants for technical working sessions. The committee will also approve minutes from three prior meetings and take public questions and comments.

• Discussion of metrics for goals
• Review of Phase III schedule
• Discussion of potential participants for technical working sessions
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 17, 2022, November 28, 2022, and December 15, 2022
• Public questions and comments

The committee reviewed the timeline for the Master Plan's strategy and drafting phases through November 2023. Members discussed potential measurable metrics for five core themes, including sustainability, economic development, and transportation. No formal votes were taken on the metrics or the schedule.

• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee meeting on January 17, 2023. The agenda contains only the meeting time and references to two PDF documents, with no specific items, votes, or discussion topics listed. It appears to be a placeholder or administrative notice rather than a substantive agenda.

• Meeting scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
• Agenda references document '23 JAN 17 WM AGENDA.PDF'
• Agenda references document '23 JAN 17 WM MTG UPDATED QA.PDF'

Town Council - Ways & Means Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Braintree Town Council's Ways & Means Committee meeting on January 17, 2023. The agenda lists only the meeting time and references two documents, with no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Committee issued favorable recommendations for a four-year lease extension at 2015 Washington Street and two fund transfers to cover employee wage increases. The appointment of the Town Auditor was tabled for a future meeting.

• Favorable recommendation for 4-year lease extension of 2015 Washington Street to Norfolk County Sheriff's Office at $113,789.30 annually (2-0)
• Favorable recommendation to transfer $31,880.99 from Human Resources Salary Reserve for non-union employee wage increases (2-0)
• Favorable recommendation to transfer $45,997.79 from Water Sewer Reserve Fund for Utility Workers Union of America contract (2-0)
• Tabled Order 22 066 regarding Town Auditor appointment to a future meeting (2-0)

Town Council

The provided text contains only the meeting title, date, and links to PDF documents. It does not list any specific motions, ordinances, or discussions, so no substantive summary can be generated from this record alone.

The Town Council authorized a four-year lease extension for the property at 2015 Washington Street. The Council also approved fund transfers to provide wage increases for non-union employees and Utility Workers Union of America members.

• Approved four-year lease extension for 2015 Washington Street at an annual rate of $113,789.30 (7-0)
• Approved $31,880.99 transfer from HR Salary Reserve for non-union employee wage increases (7-0)
• Approved $45,997.79 transfer from Water Sewer Reserve Fund for UWUA contract wage increases and stipends (7-0)
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 (7-0)
• Referred Order 23 005 regarding acceptance of donations to the Committee of Ways & Means (7-0)

Town Council

This agenda is purely procedural, listing only the regular Town Council meeting time and associated documents. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Board of Health

The Braintree Board of Health will consider a final draft amendment to the tobacco sales regulation, a lifeguard variance request from Hyatt Place at 50 Forbes Road, and three variance requests for well setbacks at properties on Jensen Farm Road. The board will also approve minutes from November 17, 2022, and set meeting dates for 2023.

• Review final draft amendment to the Restricting the Sale of Tobacco Products Regulation
• Lifeguard variance request: Hyatt Place-Braintree, 50 Forbes Road
• Well regulation variance for 40 Jensen Farm Road (roadway and property line setback)
• Well regulation variance for 70 Jensen Farm Road (roadway setback)
• Well regulation variance for 60 Jensen Farm Road (roadway and property line setback)

The Board approved updated regulations restricting the sale of tobacco products to individuals under 21. Members also granted a conditional lifeguard variance for a hotel pool and three separate well regulation variances for properties on Jensen Farm Road.

• Approved updated Restricting the Sale of Tobacco Products Regulation (2-0)
• Approved 6-month conditional lifeguard variance for Hyatt Place-Braintree at 50 Forbes Road (2-0)
• Approved well regulation variance for 40 Jensen Farm Road regarding roadway and side property line setback (2-0)
• Approved well regulation variance for 70 Jensen Farm Road regarding roadway setback (2-0)
• Approved well regulation variance for 60 Jensen Farm Road regarding roadway and side property line setback (2-0)
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0)

Planning Board

The Braintree Planning Board will hold a new public hearing on proposed floodplain zoning text amendments to Sections 135-301 and 135-608, requested by the Planning Board itself. The board will also consider as-built approval and surety release for 140 and 150 Wood Road, an ANR subdivision plan for 351 Lisle Street, and approve minutes from November 9, 2022. Updates on MBTA Communities and the Master Plan are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Town Council Order #22-073, floodplain zoning text amendments to Sections 135-301 and 135-608
• As-built approval and surety release for File #21-19, 140 & 150 Wood Road, requested by 140 Wood Road LLC and 150 Wood Road LLC
• ANR subdivision plan for 351 Lisle Street, applicant Nik Vasilakos
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 9, 2022
• Update on MBTA Communities and Master Plan (next MPSC meeting January 19, 2023)

The Board issued a favorable recommendation to the Town Council for zoning text amendments to align floodplain ordinances with FEMA requirements. Additionally, the Board approved a subdivision plan for 351 Lisle Street and granted as-built approval for 140 & 150 Wood Road.

• Approved meeting minutes from November 9, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Granted As-Built Approval and released $2,000 surety for 140 & 150 Wood Road (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR subdivision plan for 351 Lisle Street with requirement for two additional monuments (5-0-0)
• Recommended favorable action to Town Council for Floodplain Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments (5-0-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Braintree Commission on Disabilities is meeting to continue discussions on updating its Articles of Incorporation and on adopting Robert's Rules of Order, term limits, and meeting time limits. Members will also review the December 2022 minutes and receive a monthly update on handicapped parking funds. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Continued discussion on updating Articles of Incorporation
• Discussion on Robert's Rules of Order, term limits, agenda time limits, meeting start/end times
• Financial report and handicapped parking funds monthly update
• Approval of December 2022 minutes

The Commission discussed updating its Articles of Incorporation, agreeing to rename the document as bylaws and restructure the executive committee to include a chairperson, vice chairperson, and member-at-large. Members agreed to include public comment and reasonable accommodations at monthly meetings. Several items, including financial oversight and meeting time limits, were tabled for future discussion.

• Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to rename Articles of Incorporation as bylaws
• Agreed to restructure executive committee to chairperson, vice chairperson, and member-at-large
• Agreed to include public comment and reasonable accommodations at meetings
• Agreed that records and minutes will be maintained digitally
• Tabled discussion on detailed funding and expenditure processes
• Tabled discussion on meeting start and end times (5-0)

Charter Review Committee

The Braintree Charter Review Committee will meet to finalize the schedule for public comment hearings on the town charter and hold a discussion with the Town Clerk on elections. The meeting is in-person with a remote option via Zoom.

• Finalize schedule for public comment hearings on the charter (proposed dates: Jan 21, Feb 2, Mar 4)
• Discussion with Town Clerk James M. Casey on elections (1 hour)

Historical Commission

The Braintree Historical Commission is meeting to discuss old business including the Elm Street Cemetery Phase III project and next steps for the Great Oak. Administrative items include filling two commission vacancies, approving June 2022 minutes, setting the 2023 meeting schedule, and noting that two demolition requests (173 Allen Street and 61 Central Avenue) require no delay. The meeting also covers mandatory ethics training and updates on the Master Plan.

• Elm Street Cemetery Phase III Project Update
• Great Oak – Next Steps
• Demolition Delay: 173 Allen Street (No Delay Required)
• Demolition Delay: 61 Central Avenue (No Delay Required)
• Commission Vacancies (2 Member Vacancies)

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from June 27, 2022. Members determined that no demolition delays were required for two properties on Allen Street and Central Avenue. The board also discussed updates for the Elm Street Cemetery and the Great Oak.

• Approved June 27, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Determined no demolition delay required for 173 Allen Street
• Determined no demolition delay required for 61 Central Avenue

Conservation Commission

The Braintree Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four wetland-related applications, including two Notices of Intent and two Requests for Determination of Applicability. Two items are continued from the December 1, 2022 meeting. The commission will also discuss staff updates and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Notice of Intent DEP File #714 for 73 and 85 Kelley Dr. and 0 Graziano Dr. (continued)
• Notice of Intent DEP File #715 for 250 Granite St. by Global Montello Group Corp. (continued)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for 40 Jensen Farm Rd. by Zhuo
• Request for Determination of Applicability for 60 Jensen Farm Rd. by Zheng
• Next Master Plan Meeting scheduled for January 19, 2023 at 7 PM

The Commission issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for 60 Jensen Farm Rd with specific tree removal restrictions. A Certificate of Compliance was issued for 1535 Washington St. Three other public hearings were continued to February.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 60 Jensen Farm Rd: prohibited tree removal in 25-foot buffer zone and required 2:1 replacement for removals in 50-100 foot buffer zone (4-0-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance with surviving conditions for 1535 Washington St (4-0-0)
• Returned as-built guarantee for 1535 Washington St (4-0-0)
• Continued hearing for 85 Kelley Dr./0 Graziano Dr. to February 2, 2023 (4-0-0)
• Continued hearing for 250 Granite St/Global Montello Group Corp. to February 2, 2023 (4-0-0)
• Continued hearing for 40 Jensen Farm Rd/Zhou to February 2, 2023 (4-0-0)
• Denied approval of December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-1)

Town Council

This agenda contains only procedural items for the Braintree Town Council meeting scheduled for January 3, 2023, at 7:30 pm via Zoom. No substantive business items, ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings are listed.

• Town Council meeting scheduled for January 3, 2023 at 7:30 pm
• Meeting to be held via Zoom

The Town Council held a remote administrative meeting to manage the calendar and committee assignments. Public hearings for inclusionary housing and tree protection were opened and then continued to March. Several other orders regarding zoning and funding were referred to committees for review.

• Continued public hearing for Order 22 012 (Inclusionary Housing) to March 7, 2023 (8-0)
• Continued public hearing for Order 22 037 (Tree Protection Ordinance) to March 7, 2023 (8-0)
• Referred Order 22 073 (Floodplain Zoning Bylaw Amendments) to Committee on Ordinance & Rules (8-0)
• Referred Order 23 001 (Lease Agreement for 2015 Washington Street) to Committee of Ways & Means (8-0)
• Referred Order 23 002 (Human Resources Salary Reserve fund transfer) to Committee of Ways & Means (8-0)
• Referred Order 23 003 (Water Sewer Reserve Fund transfer) to Committee of Ways & Means (8-0)