Bridgewater Town public meetings in 2025

Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Finance Committee will meet remotely to approve a series of transfer orders for capital funds, including water, sewer, and ambulance overtime, as well as authorize a loan for water system improvements and adopt a 5-year capital improvement plan.

• Order O-FY26-038: Transfer Order – CPC Town Owned Cemetery Assessment
• Order O-FY26-045: Adoption of a 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Order O-FY26-044: Water System Improvements Loan Authorization
• Order O-FY26-041: Transfer Order - Sewer Capital Fund Transfer
• Order O-FY26-043: Transfer Order - Ambulance Overtime Transfer Order

Town Council - Downtown Revitalization Ad Hoc Committee

The Downtown Revitalization Ad Hoc Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss ongoing downtown development projects. The agenda includes a call to order, public comment periods, and a discussion item. No specific proposals or votes are listed; the focus is on general discussion.

• Discussion of Downtown Development Projects

General

The Planning Board will continue a public hearing for a subdivision on Plymouth Street and consider accepting four private ways, including Timber Lane and Oldfield Road. The meeting will also review a hotel site plan and landscaping update.

• Public hearing for 'Revelution Road' subdivision at 593 Plymouth St
• Street acceptance requests for Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, Erbeck Circle Ext., and Calthrop Drive Ext.
• Site plan review for Claremont Bridgewater Hotel II LLC at 0 Corporate Drive/0 Pleasant St
• Review of hotel landscaping plan update
• Discussion of upcoming events and status reports

General

The Bridgewater Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee will hold a fully remote meeting to review revisions to a citizen survey and discuss outreach for new committee members.

• Approval of December 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and vote on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Citizen Survey revisions
• Discussion and vote on Survey Review Sub-Committee
• Outreach for new Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee members

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review signatory duties and consider warrants and commitments related to real estate, public works, CPA, and water. It will also discuss any other items the board deems appropriate and review exemption applications.

• Review signatory duties
• Consider warrants and commitments for real estate
• Consider warrants and commitments for public works (PP)
• Consider warrants and commitments for CPA
• Review exemption applications

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from November and December and discuss the timeline for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the Academy Building.

• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of December 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of FY27 Budget Timeline

General

The Bridgewater Historical Commission will hold a remote meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old business including the State Furnace Plaque, projects with the Community Preservation Committee (CPC), and a gravestone discussion. No new business is listed. The agenda is largely procedural with ongoing project updates.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 25, 2025
• Public comment period
• Discussion of State Furnace Plaque
• Discussion of projects with CPC
• Gravestone discussion

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will consider several actions, including the Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 to adopt the MBTA Final Compliance Ordinance. The meeting also includes discussions on water moratorium feasibility, a loan authorization for water system improvements, and the adoption of a five‑year Capital Improvement Plan. Additional items are transfer orders for water, sewer, and general fund capital plans, and a resolution supporting state aid for infrastructure.

• Legislation: Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 – MBTA Final Compliance Ordinance
• Discussion: Water Moratorium Feasibility
• Order O-FY26-044 – Water System Improvements Loan Authorization
• Order O-FY26-045 – Adoption of a 5‑Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Transfer Orders for Water and Sewer Capital Fund Transfers (Orders O-FY26-040 and O-FY26-041)

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will hold a remote meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings, hear public comment, and vote on FY26 grant submittals. No other substantive items are listed.

• Vote on FY26 grant submittals

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for projects at 48 Concetta Drive and 1233 Pleasant Street. The board will also discuss a cease and desist order for 25 Birch Hill Road and review Town Wetland Protection Bylaws.

• Notice of Intent: 48 Concetta Drive (Map 84 Lot 65)
• Notice of Intent: 1233 Pleasant Street (Map 71; Lots 24, 4, and 42)
• Certificate of Compliance: 674 Summer Street (Map 63, Lot 46)
• Cease & Desist discussion: 25 Birch Hill Road
• Discussion of Town Wetland Protection Bylaws

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss warrant commitments for real estate, personal property, and water, along with exemption applications. The meeting will be held via Zoom on December 11, 2025.

• Review of Warrant & Commitments (Real Estate, PP, CPA, Water)
• Consideration of Exemption Applications
• Signatory Duties

Open Space Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Open Space Plan for FY2025-2029, review videos promoting local parks, and consider trail expansion at Wyman North Fork Conservation Area. Reports from the Tree Committee and Community Preservation Committee are also scheduled, along with updates on Hanson Farm and Murray-Needs Farm access. Public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of Open Space Plan FY2025-FY2029
• Park publicity videos for Titicut, Tuckerwood, and Carver Pond
• Trail expansion and signs at Wyman North Fork Conservation Area
• Updates on Hanson Farm and Murray-Needs Farm access
• Town Manager introduction

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review financial reports and the status of several local preservation projects. The body is discussing applications for Town River Landing and eligibility forms for the Cedar Street Community Center and a storage building at Legion Field.

• Application review for Town River Landing
• Eligibility review for Storage Building at Legion Field
• Eligibility review for Cedar Street Community Center
• Updates on First Parish Unitarian Church Windows, Hanson's Farm, and Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement
• Discussion of potential projects for Jenny Leonard Park and Scotland Fields basketball court

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will meet remotely to discuss updates on Tree City 2026, fall tree plantings, and spraying of trees at The Common. The committee will also discuss a grant proposal for next year and set goals for 2026.

• Discussion of Tree City 2026 update
• Fall tree plantings update
• Spraying update for The Common trees
• Grant proposal discussion for next year
• Goals for 2026

Town Council

This is a training workshop for the Town Council with no public participation. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• No substantive items on agenda

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will meet remotely to approve minutes from previous meetings and make final decisions on FY26 grant submittals. A public comment period is also scheduled.

• Final decisions on FY26 Grant Submittals

General

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission will meet to approve November minutes, receive reports from the treasurer and director, and discuss recruiting residents to the senior center. The meeting also includes announcements of holiday closings and public comment.

• Discussion: Recruiting Bridgewater residents to the Bridgewater Senior Center (David Frim)

Board of Assessors

The Bridgewater Board of Assessors meeting will address signatory duties, examine warrants and commitments related to real estate, public works, CPA, water, sewer, and road interests, discuss any other items the board deems appropriate, and consider exemption applications.

• Signatory duties
• Warrant and commitments for real estate, public works, CPA, water, sewer, and road
• Other board‑deemed discussion topics
• Exemption applications

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a meeting on December 4, 2025, to discuss month-end reports, warrant commitments, and exemption applications via Zoom.

• Signatory duties
• Month End Reports
• Warrant & Commitments
• Exemption Applications
• Other discussions deemed appropriate

Transportation Committee

The Bridgewater Transportation Committee will consider five new business items: a stop sign on Cherry Street, a 'No Turn on Red' sign at Main Street onto South Street, downtown crosswalks, a center line on Curve Street, and curbing at Broad and High Streets. No decisions have been made; these are discussion items.

• Stop sign on Cherry Street
• 'No Turn on Red' sign at Main Street onto South Street
• Downtown crosswalks
• Center line on Curve Street
• Curbing at Broad Street and High Street

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding MBTA Final Compliance. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.

• Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 (MBTA Final Compliance Ordinance)
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom (Meeting ID: 879 2097 9904)
• No in-person attendance permitted

Planning Board

The Bridgewater Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Community and Economic Development Committee on a proposed zoning amendment (D-FY26-001) to comply with the MBTA Communities Act, adding an overlay district and modifying use regulations. The board will also continue several public hearings: a site plan for a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital at 0 Lakeshore Center, a 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St, and a 6-lot subdivision at 593 Plymouth St. Additionally, the board will consider laying out and accepting four private ways (Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, Erbeck Circle Ext., Calthrop Drive Ext.) and a landscaping plan update for the Claremont Hotel site.

• Joint public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 for MBTA Communities Act compliance
• Continued site plan review for Encompass Health inpatient rehab hospital at 0 Lakeshore Center
• Continued site plan review for 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St
• Continued subdivision hearing for 'Revelution Road' – 6 lots on 5.9 acres at 593 Plymouth St
• Street acceptance requests for Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, Erbeck Circle Ext., and Calthrop Drive Ext.

The Board voted not to recommend Zoning Ordinance Amendment D‑FY26‑001 (MBTA compliance) to the Town Council, with a 3‑yes, 2‑no vote (Costa, Fabroski, Pratti = Yes; Driscoll, Geller = No). It approved continuances for the Lakeshore Center site plan, the 1010 Elm St commercial building plan, the 593 Plymouth St subdivision, several private‑way street acceptance requests, and a landscaping plan update, each passing unanimously. The Board also approved the 2026 Planning Board meeting schedule.

• Unfavorable recommendation of Zoning Ordinance Amendment D‑FY26‑001 (3‑yes, 2‑no)
• Continuance of Lakeshore Center site plan to Jan 7 2026 (unanimous yes)
• Continuance of 1010 Elm St commercial building site plan to Jan 7 2026 (unanimous yes)
• Continuance of 593 Plymouth St subdivision to Dec 17 2025 (unanimous yes)
• Continuance of private‑way street acceptance requests (Timber Lane, Oldfield Rd, Erbeck Circle Ext, Calthrop Drive Ext) to Dec 17 2025 (unanimous yes)
• Continuance of landscaping plan update for Corporate Drive/Pleasant St to Dec 17 2025 (unanimous yes)
• Approval of 2026 Planning Board meeting schedule (unanimous yes)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous yes)

General

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee will review member activity reports, discuss next steps for its goals, and develop an action plan for the upcoming meeting. The agenda also includes approval of the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Approval of November 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Committee member activity reporting
• Discussion of committee goals and next steps
• Development of action plan for next meeting

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will hold a special meeting to consider and vote on a zoning ordinance amendment (D-FY26-001) aimed at achieving final compliance with MBTA requirements. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, proclamations, citizen forum, and committee reports.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001: MBTA Final Compliance Ordinance for the Town of Bridgewater
• Appointments to town boards and committees
• Town Manager's report and presentations
• License transactions and hearings
• Old business and new business items

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will review a series of transfer orders and the FY2027 budget resolution. The meeting is a joint session with the Finance Committee.

• FY2027 Budget Resolution (R-FY26-003)
• Transfer Order for General Fund Free Cash (O-FY26-035)
• Transfer Order for School District Capital Plan (O-FY26-037)
• Transfer Order for Sewer Fund Prior Year Bills (O-FY26-031)
• Transfer Order for CPC Engineering (O-FY26-033)

The Budget & Finance Committee approved several transfer orders and the FY2027 Budget Resolution. Orders O-FY26-035, O-FY26-036, O-FY26-037, O-FY26-031, O-FY26-032, and O-FY26-033 were each recommended and passed. The FY2027 Budget Resolution (R-FY26-003) was also recommended and approved. All motions were adopted by voice vote.

• Approved Order O-FY26-035 (General Fund Free Cash Allocation) – vote 3-0
• Approved Order O-FY26-036 (Bridgewater‑Raynham School District Operational Review) – vote 2-1
• Approved Order O-FY26-037 (Bridgewater‑Raynham School District Capital Plan Transfer) – vote 2-1
• Approved Resolution R-FY26-003 (FY2027 Budget Resolution) – vote 3-0
• Approved Order O-FY26-031 (Prior Year Bill – Sewer Fund) – vote 3-0
• Approved Order O-FY26-032 (Contractual Payments) – vote 3-0
• Approved Order O-FY26-033 (CPC Engineering for Multi‑Functional Fields) – vote 3-0

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY2027 budget and transfer orders for the General Fund and the Bridgewater-Raynham School District. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Order O-FY26-035: Transfer Order - General Fund Free Cash Allocation
• Order O-FY26-036: Transfer Order - Bridgewater Raynham School District Operational Review
• Order O-FY26-037: Transfer Order - Bridgewater-Raynham School District Capital Plan Transfer
• Resolution R-FY26-003: FY2027 Budget Resolution
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom due to state law

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2026 tax classification and residential factor adoption, which sets property tax rates. The Council will also consider appointments, annual license renewals, and several transfer orders, including funds for the Sewer Fund, Bridgewater-Raynham School District operational review and capital plan. An ordinance establishing the process for filling a vacant Town Councilor role is up for action.

• Public hearing on Order O-FY26-030: FY2026 Classification Tax Allocation and Residential Factor
• Transfer Order O-FY26-031: Prior year Sewer Fund bill
• Transfer Order O-FY26-037: Bridgewater-Raynham School District Capital Plan
• Ordinance D-FY26-007: Establishing process for filling a vacant Town Councilor role
• Appointments: John Harrington and Stephanie Holmgren to Citizens Advisory Committee; William Prince to Board of Health

The Town Council approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes and appointed two members to the Citizens Advisory Committee and one member to the Board of Health. It voted to continue the National Grid pole‑location petition until Dec. 16, 2025 and adopted a residential tax factor of 1 for fiscal year 2026. The council also approved several annual licensing petitions for a taxi service, a pawn shop, and other businesses.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Appointed John Harrington to Citizens Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Appointed Stephanie Holmgren to Citizens Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Re‑appointed William Prince to Board of Health (9-0)
• Continued Petition P-2026-004 (National Grid pole locations) to Dec 16, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-030 with residential factor of 1 (9-0)
• Approved Petition P-2026-005 for common carrier/taxi service (9-0)
• Approved Petition P-2026-006 for second‑hand gold/pawn shop (9-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review minutes from November 3, 2025, and discuss ongoing projects including the Pickleball program, Jenny Leonard Park, and the Lazaro Building status. The agenda also includes updates on the Middle School Multi-Functional Fields and a study of recreational land.

• Review of November 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Pickleball program discussion
• Jenny Leonard Park update
• Lazaro Building status
• Middle School Multi-Functional Fields project

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will hear from guest speaker Elena Hogan of The Boundless Bean, and discuss several old business items including a child language development app, Academy Building parking, National Caregivers Month, an inclusive playground at Williams Intermediate School, and a Marathon Park Community Preservation Committee project. Future guest speakers and a spring presentation from the Bridgewater Housing Authority are also on the agenda.

• Guest speaker Elena Hogan - The Boundless Bean
• Child Language Development App
• Academy Building Parking
• Williams Intermediate School Inclusive Playground
• Marathon Park - CPC Project

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet remotely to conduct old business and review new items. Discussion topics include the Titicut Furnace sign, the Ripley gravestone, and updates from the CPC.

• Titicut Furnace Sign
• Ripley Gravestone
• CPC Update
• Town Manager Meeting

Senior Associates Volunteer Experience Committee

The Senior Associates Volunteer Experience Committee will meet to review and discuss SAVE policies, procedures, and forms. The meeting is scheduled for 11:30 p.m. at the Senior Center Conference Room.

• Review and discuss SAVE policies, procedures, and forms
• Meeting at Senior Center Conference Room
• Scheduled for 11:30 p.m.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle signatory duties, month-end reports, and review classification hearing material. The meeting is held via Zoom on November 20, 2025.

• Review Classification Hearing Material
• Exemption Applications
• Warrant & Commitments: Boat & MV
• Month End Reports
• Signatory Duties

Planning Board

The Bridgewater Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed subdivision at 593 Plymouth St, titled "Revelution Road," which includes six buildable lots and two drainage lots on 5.9 acres. The board will also review an ANR plan for 167 Oak St and consider three private way acceptance requests for Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, and Erbeck Circle Extension. Additional items include approval of May meeting minutes, an update to the MBTA Compliance Zoning Ordinance, and other routine business.

• ANR Plan for 167 Oak St (Map 11, Lot 71)
• Definitive Subdivision – Public Hearing for 593 Plymouth St (Bardhi Investment Group, LLC) – "Revelution Road"
• Order-FY26-015: Laying Out and Accepting a Private Way – Timber Lane
• Order-FY26-016: Laying Out and Accepting a Private Way – Oldfield Road
• Order-FY26-017: Laying Out and Accepting a Private Way – Erbeck Circle Ext.

The Board endorsed the ANR plan for 167 Oak St after requested changes. It voted to continue the public hearing for 593 Plymouth St to December 3, 2025. The Board approved the May 7 and May 21 meeting minutes and accepted the private way orders for Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, and Erbeck Circle Ext. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Endorsed 167 Oak St ANR plan (unanimous Yes)
• Continued 593 Plymouth St public hearing to Dec 3 2025 (unanimous Yes)
• Continued street acceptance orders (Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, Erbeck Circle Ext.) to Dec 3 2025 (unanimous Yes)
• Approved May 7 and May 21 meeting minutes (unanimous Yes)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous Yes)

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will hold a fully remote meeting to discuss FY26 grant submissions. The agenda includes the approval of prior meeting minutes and a period for public comment.

• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• FY26 Grant Submissions Discussion
• Public Comment period

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will discuss updates on Tree City 2026, fall tree plantings, and a spraying update for The Common trees. They will also review anticipated grant proposals and plan the spring planting schedule and a council presentation for next year.

• Tree City 2026 update
• Fall tree plantings planning
• The Common trees spraying update
• Discuss anticipated grant proposals
• Spring planting schedule and council presentation

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will consider four orders, including adopting the residential factor for FY2026 tax classification and approving transfers for the sewer fund, contractual payments, and CPC engineering for multi-functional fields. The committee will also review the audit process with Don Piatt of Roselli and Clark and discuss tax exemptions. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Order O-FY26-030: FY2026 Classification Tax Allocation – Adoption of Residential Factor
• Order O-FY26-031: Transfer Order for Prior Year Bill – Sewer Fund
• Order O-FY26-032: Transfer Order – Contractual Payments
• Order O-FY26-033: Transfer Order – CPC Engineering for Multi-Functional Fields
• Review of Audit Process with Don Piatt, Roselli and Clark

The Budget & Finance Committee approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to send Order O-FY26-030 (FY2026 Classification Tax Allocation) back to the full Town Council with no recommendation. The committee also continued Orders O-FY26-031, O-FY26-032, and O-FY26-033 until the next meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Sent Order O-FY26-030 back to full Town Council with no recommendation (3-0)
• Continued Order O-FY26-031 (Transfer Order for Prior Year Bill - Sewer Fund) until next meeting (3-0)
• Continued Order O-FY26-032 (Transfer Order - Contractual Payments) until next meeting (3-0)
• Continued Order O-FY26-033 (Transfer Order – CPC Engineering for Multi-Functional Fields) until next meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider the adoption of the FY2026 residential tax factor and multiple transfer orders for the Sewer Fund and school district. The meeting includes public hearings for National Grid pole locations and appointments to the school committee and Conant Trust.

• Order O-FY26-030: FY2026 Classification Tax Allocation - Adoption of Residential Factor
• Petition P-2026-003 and P-2026-004: National Grid pole and wire locations on Center Street and Winter Street
• Order O-FY26-034: Laying out and acceptance of Calthrop Drive Extension as a private way
• Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-008: Amendment to Administrative Code regarding dogs
• Resolution R-FY26-003: FY2027 Budget Resolution

The council appointed Michael Selines to the open School Committee position by a unanimous 12‑0 roll‑call vote. It also re‑appointed Michael Levy and appointed Ruth LaBonte and Scott Hile to the Conant Trust, each by voice votes of 9‑0. The council approved Petition P‑2026‑003 and continued the hearing on Petition P‑2026‑004, both by 9‑0 voice votes.

• Approved amended November 4 minutes (voice vote 9‑0)
• Motion to take Appointments B and C out of order passed (voice vote 9‑0)
• Michael Selines appointed to School Committee (12‑0 roll‑call)
• Michael Levy re‑appointed to Conant Trust (voice vote 9‑0)
• Ruth LaBonte appointed to Conant Trust (voice vote 9‑0)
• Scott Hile appointed to Conant Trust (voice vote 9‑0)
• Petition P‑2026‑003 approved (voice vote 9‑0)
• Public hearing for Petition P‑2026‑004 continued (voice vote 9‑0)

General

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, holiday closing announcements, treasurer's report, director's report on upcoming events and projects, and a discussion about nametags for events.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Announcements of holiday closures: Thanksgiving (Nov 27), day after (Nov 28), Christmas (Dec 25), New Year's Day (Jan 1)
• Discussion: nametags for events (proposed by Nick Bagas)

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission approved the October meeting minutes after a motion was made and seconded without objection. The members agreed to implement name tags for future events, as requested by a commissioner. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that also passed without objection.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous, no objection)
• Agreed to implement name tags for events
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous, no objection)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY25 audit and act on orders including adopting the residential factor for FY2026 classification tax allocation, transferring funds for a prior year sewer bill, contractual payments, and CPC engineering for multi-functional fields. Public comment will be heard.

• FY25 Audit Discussion
• Order O-FY26-030: FY2026 Classification Tax Allocation - Adoption of Residential Factor
• Order O-FY26-031: Transfer Order for Prior Year Bill - Sewer Fund
• Order O-FY26-032: Transfer Order – Contractual Payments
• Order O-FY26-033: Transfer Order – CPC Engineering for Multi-Functional Fields

Town Council - Rules & Procedures Committee

The Rules and Procedure Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss an ordinance regarding the process for filling a vacant Town Councilor role. The meeting will be held at the Academy Building and via Zoom.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Ordinance D-FY26-007: Process for filling a vacant Town Councilor role

The committee approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3-0 vote. Ordinance D-FY26-007 was discussed but no action was taken. The meeting was then adjourned with a 3-0 vote.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss administrative items, including wetland protection bylaws and enforcement for 16 Wood Street and 25 Birch Hill Road. The body will also review Notices of Intent for three development projects.

• Notice of Intent for 46 Flaggstone Place
• Notice of Intent for Hampden Avenue Lot 1
• Notice of Intent for 313 Plain Street
• Discussion of 16 Wood Street violation
• Discussion of 25 Birch Hill Road cease & desist

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle routine administrative duties, including signatory tasks, month-end reports, and review of LA reports for Department of Local Services submittal. The board will also discuss other items and consider exemption applications. The agenda contains only procedural and administrative items.

• Signatory duties
• Month-end reports
• Review of LA reports for DLS submittal
• Exemption applications

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bridgewater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 242 Auburn Street. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting also includes administrative business and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on variance request for 242 Auburn St

General

The Bridgewater Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee will review the existing DEIB Town Ordinance and discuss action items for future meetings. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of minutes from the November 4 meeting.

• Review of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Town Ordinance
• Discussion of action items for future DEIB agenda items
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 4, 2025
• Public comment period

Citizen Advisory Committee

This is a largely procedural meeting. The only substantive items are discussions regarding Scott Hile and Ruthie LaBonte in relation to the Conant Trust Fund Commission. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Scott Hile - Conant Trust Fund Commission
• Ruthie LaBonte - Conant Trust Fund Commission

Board of Assessors

The Bridgewater Board of Assessors will address routine signatory duties and month‑end reports, review land‑area reports for DLS submission, consider a Title V warrant and commitment, and discuss an exemption application. No other specific decisions are listed.

• Signatory duties
• Month‑end reports
• Review LA reports for DLS submittal
• Title V warrant & commitment
• Exemption application

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Town Council's CED Committee on a proposed zoning amendment for Senior Village Housing (FY26-005). They will also continue site plan reviews for a proposed Encompass Health inpatient rehabilitation hospital at 0 Lakeshore Center and a 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St. A continued public hearing on a six-lot subdivision at 593 Plymouth St and several street acceptance orders are also on the agenda.

• Joint public hearing on FY26-005 Zoning Amendment for Senior Village Housing (Section 8.7.3)
• Continued site plan review for Encompass Health inpatient rehabilitation hospital at 0 Lakeshore Center
• Continued site plan review for 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St
• Continued public hearing for 'Revelution Road' subdivision (6 lots) at 593 Plymouth St
• Street acceptance orders for Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, Erbeck Circle Ext., Magnolia Way, Hickory Lane, Sycamore Lane

The Board approved a 53G account for a water impact study at the 0 Lakeshore Center site (unanimous vote). It gave an unfavorable recommendation on FY26-005, the proposed increase of open‑space from 20% to 40% in senior housing districts (4‑0). The CED Committee also voted not to recommend the amendment (3‑0). The Board approved the acceptance of Magnolia Way, Hickory Lane, and Sycamore Lane as public roadways with a drainage‑basin maintenance fee (unanimous).

• Approved 53G account for water impact study (4-0)
• Board gave unfavorable recommendation on senior housing open‑space amendment (4-0)
• CED Committee did not recommend the zoning amendment (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of Magnolia Way, Hickory Lane, Sycamore Lane as public roads with drainage fee (4-0)
• Continued 0 Lakeshore Center site plan to Dec 3 meeting (4-0)
• Continued 1010 Elm St commercial building site plan to Dec 3 meeting (4-0)
• Continued 593 Plymouth St subdivision to Nov 19 meeting (4-0)
• Continued discussion on Timber Lane, Oldfield Rd, Erbeck Circle Ext to Nov 19 meeting (4-0)

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will hold a public hearing on Ordinance D-FY26-005, a proposed zoning ordinance amendment to allow Senior Village Housing Development. The committee is discussing this item and accepting public comment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance D-FY26-005: Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Senior Village Housing Development

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will meet remotely to discuss re-appropriating funding from the James Dolan Grant and review FY26 grant funding proposals. The council will also elect a new treasurer and introduce a new member, Jane Merrick. Public comment and approval of October 8th meeting minutes are on the agenda as well.

• New member introduction — Jane Merrick
• Discussion of re-appropriation of James Dolan Grant funding
• Discussion of FY26 grant funding proposals
• Election of new treasurer
• Approval of October 8, 2025, meeting minutes

General

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee will hold a remote meeting on November 4, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a public comment period, and the introduction of a new committee member. Committee members will also reorganize the committee by selecting a new chair. No other substantive business is listed.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Introduction of new committee member
• Committee reorganization – selection of new chair
• Discussion of any additional items

Town Council

The Town Council will approve previous meeting minutes, hear petitions from National Grid regarding utility pole locations, and discuss MBTA legislation and the budget. The body will also take action on zoning amendments and transfer orders for the sewer and contract funds.

• Petition P-2026-003: National Grid pole locations on Center Street
• Petition P-2026-004: National Grid pole locations on Winter Street
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001: MBTA Final Compliance Ordinance
• Order O-FY26-030: FY2026 Classification Tax Allocation
• Order O-FY26-033: Transfer Order – CPC Engineering for Multi-Functional Fields

The council approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes by a 9‑0 voice vote. Motions were made to continue the public hearings on National Grid petitions P‑2026‑003 and P‑2026‑004 to the next meeting. The council amended Ordinance D‑FY26‑001, changing the sponsor to Councilor Perry and revising section 3.1.1.1, passing both by a 9‑0 voice vote.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Motion to continue Public Hearing on Petition P-2026-003 postponed to next meeting (passed)
• Motion to continue Public Hearing on Petition P-2026-004 postponed to next meeting (passed)
• Amended Ordinance D-FY26-001: sponsor changed to Councilor Perry (9-0)
• Amended Ordinance D-FY26-001: section 3.1.1.1 revised as proposed (9-0)

General

The Bridgewater Planning Board will attend the Town Council meeting on November 4, 2025, to discuss MBTA Legislation. This is a joint discussion item only; no votes or decisions are scheduled. The agenda contains no other business.

• Joint discussion with Town Council on MBTA legislation

Parks and Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Committee will review updates on several ongoing projects, including the Pickleball program, Jenny Leonard Park, the former Mobil Station/Summer Street Park, and the Lazaro Building. They will also consider the status of the CPC Project application, the 5‑year recreation plan, and cemetery maintenance coordination. New business includes a study of recreational land.

• Pickleball program update
• Jenny Leonard Park update
• Old Mobil Station/Summer Street Park status
• Lazaro Building status
• Study of recreational land (new business)

General

The Planning Board will conduct a site visit on October 30, 2025 to view the area for a proposed subdivision by Bardhi Investment Group at 593 Plymouth St. The subdivision, named 'Revelution Road', proposes six buildable lots and two drainage lots on 5.9 acres. No testimony or deliberations will occur at this site visit.

• Proposed subdivision 'Revelution Road' at 593 Plymouth St – 6 buildable lots, 2 drainage lots on 5.9 acres

The Bridgewater Planning Board visited the proposed Revelution Road subdivision site on October 30, 2025. No testimony was taken and the board did not deliberate any matters. Consequently, no approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded.

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee is meeting to continue a public hearing. The discussion focuses on a specific zoning ordinance amendment regarding MBTA compliance.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001: MBTA Final Compliance Ordinance

Conservation Commission

This meeting of the Bridgewater Conservation Commission was cancelled. The agenda had scheduled public hearings on Notices of Intent for 46 Flaggstone Place and Hampden Avenue Lot 1, and a Request for Determination of Applicability for 313 Plain Street. Administrative items included enforcement discussions for 16 Wood Street and 25 Birch Hill Road, and a discussion of the Town Wetland Protection Bylaws. No decisions or discussions took place due to the cancellation.

• Notice of Intent – 46 Flaggstone Place (Map 76 Lot 104-046) – cancelled
• Notice of Intent – Hampden Avenue 'Lot 1' (Map 75 Lot 21) – cancelled
• Request for Determination of Applicability – 313 Plain Street (Map 109 Lot 38) – cancelled
• 16 Wood Street – Enforcement Discussion – cancelled
• 25 Birch Hill Road – Cease & Desist Discussion – cancelled

Board of Assessors

The Bridgewater Board of Assessors will discuss routine administrative items including month-end reports and review of Local Assessment (LA) reports for submission to the Department of Revenue. The board is also expected to authorize the Chief Assessor to electronically sign documents on their behalf in the Gateway application. Additional discussions may include Title V and Motor Vehicle warrants and commitments. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Authorize Chief Assessor to electronically sign documents in Gateway application
• Review LA reports for DLS submittal
• Month end reports review
• Title V & MV warrants & commitments
• Signatory duties

Community Preservation Committee

The Bridgewater Community Preservation Committee will approve meeting minutes and review September 30, 2025 financial reports. It will consider applications, including a vote on the cemeteries assessment and votes on the rebinding of the Death Records Book and the Samuel Edson Book. The committee will also discuss updates on several ongoing and potential preservation projects.

• Cemeteries Assessment – Vote
• Rebinding of Death Records Book – Pending Final Report – Vote
• Samuel Edson Book – Pending Final Report – Vote
• Storage Building at Legion Field – Returned for more information – being reworked
• Cedar Street Community Center – Returned for more information – being reworked

General

The Bridgewater Historical Commission will hold a fully remote meeting to approve minutes and discuss items including the Titicut Furnace Sign, a Ripley Gravestone, and a CPC update.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Discussion of Titicut Furnace Sign
• Discussion of Ripley Gravestone
• CPC update
• Town Manager Meeting

Town Council

The Town Council will consider three proposed ordinances regarding the Town Manager's term, citizen referendum timeframes, and business ethics. The meeting also includes a water presentation and a fire station update. Members will vote on appointments for the DEIB Committee and Cultural Council.

• Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-002: Amendment to Town Manager Term of Office
• Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-003: Amendment to Citizen Referendum Petition Timeframe
• Proposed General Ordinance D-FY26-004: Amendment to Business Ethics and Conduct
• Appointment of Jane Meyrick to DEIB Committee and Cultural Council
• FY26 Budget Update

The Town Council approved the appointment of Jane Meyrick to the DEIB Committee with a 7‑1 vote. The council also ratified her appointment to the Cultural Council with an 8‑0 vote. Additionally, the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously (8‑0).

• Approved DEIB Committee appointment of Jane Meyrick (7-1)
• Approved Cultural Council appointment of Jane Meyrick (8-0)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)

General

The Elder Affairs Commission will meet to review the treasurer's and director's reports. The body will discuss projects around the COA facility, updates from Friends, and fiscal responsibilities with Josh McGraw.

• Discussion of projects around the COA facility
• Review of fiscal responsibilities with Josh McGraw
• Announcement of building closures for Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

The commission approved the September meeting minutes after a motion and second. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting was adjourned and future meeting dates were noted.

• Approved September minutes (unanimous, no objection)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous, no objection)

General

The Town of Bridgewater's SAVE Committee will meet to review and discuss its policies and procedures. The meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2025, at the Senior Center Conference Room.

• Review and discuss SAVE policies and procedures
• Organization of the SAVE Committee
• Meeting at the Senior Center Conference Room

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a public hearing on the site plan for Enpatient Rehabilitation Hospital proposed by Encompass Health at 0 Lakeshore Center (Map 96, Lot 16). The board will also hear a subdivision proposal for six buildable lots on 5.9 acres at 593 Plymouth St, and an update on landscaping plans for the Claremont Bridgewater Hotel II at 0 Pleasant St. Additional items include private way acceptances, lot releases, a board complaint, and routine business.

• Site Plan Review – 0 Lakeshore Center (Map 96, Lot 16) – Encompass Health inpatient rehab hospital proposal
• Definitive Subdivision – 593 Plymouth St – Bardhi Investment Group subdivision titled "Revelution Road" with six buildable lots
• Landscaping Plan Update – 0 Pleasant St – Claremont Bridgewater Hotel II LLC
• Street Acceptance Requests – private ways on Timber Lane, Oldfield Road, Erbeck Circle Ext.
• Lot Release Requests – Hampden Ave – 0 Winter St

The Planning Board voted to release lots 1 and 2 on Winter Street for $71,760, with no further lot releases or occupancy until full payment and work are completed. Continuance motions were approved for three pending site plan applications, extending their hearings to November 5 or December 3, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved release of lots 1 & 2 for $71,760 (5-0)
• Continuance of Lakeshore Center site plan to Nov 5, 2025 (6-0)
• Continuance of 593 Plymouth St site plan to Nov 5, 2025 (6-0)
• Continuance of Pleasant St hotel site plan to Dec 3, 2025 (6-0)
• Adjudicated motion to adjourn the meeting (6-0)

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Town Tree Committee will approve the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review updates on Tree City 2026, fall tree plantings, common‑tree spraying, and the Fall Forum. New business includes discussing grant proposal ideas for next year and how to coordinate with the BIA and other town committees.

• Approve September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Tree City 2026 update
• Fall tree plantings
• Spraying of common trees
• Discuss grant proposal possibilities for next year

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet via Zoom to discuss the submission of grants for Fiscal Year 2026. The body will also review and approve minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting.

• FY26 Grant Submission Discussion

Town Council - Downtown Revitalization Ad Hoc Committee

The Downtown Revitalization Ad Hoc Committee will hold a discussion on downtown development projects. No specific proposals or votes are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for deliberation.

• Discussion of Downtown Development Projects

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent for 46 Flaggstone Place. The body will also discuss an enforcement order for a violation at 16 Wood Street and a Vegetated Management Plan for Lakeshore.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for 46 Flaggstone Place (Map 76 Lot 104-046)
• Certificate of Compliance for 904 Auburn Street (Map 80 Lot 17)
• Discussion of enforcement order for 16 Wood Street violation
• Discussion of Lakeshore Vegetated Management Plan (VMP)

The Conservation Commission voted to issue fines to the owners of 16 Wood Street for an unpermitted grading violation. It also issued a Certificate of Compliance for 904 Auburn Street, approved the Lakeshore Vegetated Management Plan with required MESA conditions, and adopted the meeting minutes before adjourning.

• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 904 Auburn Street (5-0)
• Approved fines for 16 Wood Street violation (5-0)
• Approved Lakeshore Vegetated Management Plan with MESA conditions (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes as presented (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will discuss the status of the Open Space Plan and various conservation reports. The meeting includes updates on the Wyman North Fork Conservation Area and farm access projects.

• Open Space Plan status
• Wyman North Fork Conservation Area
• Murray-Needs Farm Access
• Old State Farm Trail Report
• Hanson Farm Report

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet remotely to discuss a decoration competition and review current submitted proposals. The meeting also includes time for public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion on decoration competition
• Discussion on current submitted proposals

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bridgewater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting on October 8, 2025, to consider minor modification requests for the Duxburrow Estates project. The public may attend via Zoom or phone.

• Public hearing on Duxburrow Estates minor modifications
• Review of Duxburrow Estates street lights
• Review of Duxburrow Estates unit counts
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom and phone

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will consider ratifying collective bargaining contracts for the Bridgewater DPW Union and the Bridgewater Public Library Staff Association. The body will also vote on appropriation transfers to fund these agreements.

• Ratification of DPW Union contract (Order O-FY26-022)
• Appropriation transfer for DPW Union contract (Order O-FY26-023)
• Ratification of Public Library Staff Association contract (Order O-FY26-024)
• Appropriation transfer for Public Library Staff Association contract (Order O-FY26-025)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Tax Increment Financing district and vote on several collective bargaining contracts. The body will also consider a request for an additional alcohol package store license and the acceptance of three private ways.

• Public hearing for Order O-FY25-071: TIF District for 60-86 Broad Street
• Order O-FY26-021: Request for additional All Alcohol Beverages Package Store License for 233 Broad Street
• Ratification of collective bargaining contracts for DPW Union (AFSCME Local 1700) and Public Library Staff Association
• Proposed acceptance of private ways: Magnolia Way, Hickory Lane, and Sycamore Lane
• Order O-FY26-029: Adoption of Scope of Work for Independent Review of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District

The council ratified the September 2 and September 16, 2025 meeting minutes, each by a 9‑0 voice vote. It also appointed Dana Sullivan and Christopher Raymond to the Finance Committee and John Fitzgerald to the Open Space Committee, each appointment passing by a 9‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (amended) – vote 9-0
• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes – vote 9-0
• Approved Dana Sullivan (2025‑2028) to Finance Committee – vote 9-0
• Approved Christopher Raymond (2025‑2026) to Finance Committee – vote 9-0
• Approved John Fitzgerald (2025‑2028) to Open Space Committee – vote 9-0

Parks and Recreation

The committee will review updates on several park projects and the Recreation 5 Year Plan. Members will also discuss a study of recreational land and the status of a CPC project application for Middle School Multi-Functional Fields.

• Jenny Leonard Park update
• Old Mobil Station/Summer Street Park update
• CPC Project Application for Middle School Multi-Functional Fields
• Recreation 5 Year Plan
• Study of Recreational Land

Town Council

This is a training workshop for the Town Council with no public comment or participation. No substantive decisions or discussions of public business are scheduled.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several orders related to collective bargaining agreements for the Bridgewater DPW Union and the Bridgewater Public Library Staff Association. Each order calls for a voice vote to refer the contract ratification and associated appropriation transfers to the Budget & Finance and Finance Committees. The committee will also address general finance questions and a meeting schedule item.

• Order O-FY26-022: Refer Bridgewater DPW Union (AFSCME Local 1700) contract ratification to Budget & Finance
• Order O-FY26-023: Refer Bridgewater DPW Union contract appropriation transfer to Budget & Finance
• Order O-FY26-024: Refer Bridgewater Public Library Staff Association contract ratification to Budget & Finance
• Order O-FY26-025: Refer Bridgewater Public Library Staff Association contract appropriation transfer to Budget & Finance
• General finance questions and meeting schedule discussion

Citizen Advisory Committee

The Bridgewater Citizen’s Advisory Committee will conduct interviews for two advisory positions. John FitzGerald will be interviewed for the Open Space Committee. Jane Meyrick will be interviewed for the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and Cultural Council. The meeting also includes standard agenda items such as call to order, public comment, additional discussion items, and adjournment.

• Interview: John FitzGerald – Open Space Committee
• Interview: Jane Meyrick – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging & Cultural Council
• Public Comment
• Additional Items for Discussion

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss old business including the already-approved First Parish Unitarian Church window replacement. New applications include assessments of cemeteries, multi-functional fields, and historical picture framing for the Fire Department. Updates on ongoing projects such as Hanson's Farm and Stiles and Hart improvements will also be provided.

• First Parish Unitarian Church window replacement approved by Town Council on 9/16/25
• Storage building at Legion Field returned for more information, being reworked
• Cedar Street Community Center returned for more information, being reworked
• New applications received: cemetery assessments, multi-functional fields, Fire Department historical pictures and framing
• Project updates for Hanson's Farm, Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement, Parthenon Frieze, Town House Interior Historical Architect Assessment

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bridgewater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the building inspector's decision regarding 45 Prospect St. The board will also consider minor modification requests for Duxburrow Estates and Scottland Meadows Estates, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing: appeal of building inspector's decision at 45 Prospect St
• Minor modification request for Duxburrow Estates
• Minor modification request for Scottland Meadows Estates
• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2025

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied the appeal of the Building Inspector’s decision for 45 Prospect St. It also approved minor modification requests for the Scottland Meadows project and a lot‑line adjustment for Duxburrow Estates, while deferring further discussion on lamp posts and bedroom counts to the October 8 meeting. The meeting minutes were approved and the session was adjourned.

• Denied appeal of Building Inspector decision for 45 Prospect St (Brian Heath, Anna Klimas, Daniel Greenberg, Amanda Metell voted Aye)
• Approved both minor modification requests for Scottland Meadows (Brian Heath, Anna Klimas, Daniel Greenberg, Amanda Metell voted Aye)
• Approved lot‑line adjustment for lot 48 at Duxburrow Estates (Brian Heath, Anna Klimas, Amanda Metell voted Aye)
• Deferred discussion on Duxburrow Estates lamp‑post replacement to Oct 8 meeting (Brian Heath, Anna Klimas voted Aye)
• Deferred discussion on increasing bedroom count at Duxburrow Estates to Oct 8 meeting (Brian Heath, Anna Klimas voted Aye)
• Approved the September 24 meeting minutes (Brian Heath, Anna Klimas, Daniel Greenberg voted Aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (Brian Heath, Anna Klimas, Daniel Greenberg voted Aye)

General

This is a hybrid public meeting to hear and discuss the draft findings from the comprehensive assessment of the Route 104 corridor in Bridgewater. No votes or decisions are expected; it is an informational session for residents.

• Presentation of draft findings from the Route 104 Bridgewater Corridor Study
• Hybrid meeting format: in-person at 66 Central Square and via Zoom
• Register in advance at provided Zoom link
• Contact Guoqiang Li at [email protected] for questions

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will hold a remote meeting to approve FY25 LCC final award grants tracking, discuss FY26 guidelines, and plan outreach efforts. The agenda includes public comment, approval of August 8 meeting minutes, and old business. No specific funding amounts or project details are listed.

• Approval of FY25 LCC final award grants tracking
• Discussion of FY26 grant guidelines
• Cultural Council outreach planning

The Cultural Council voted to go ahead with a Halloween decoration contest, with yes votes from Matt Putnam and Joyce Pitta after the motion was seconded by Nora Tarr. President Theo Simeoni will meet with Josh McGraw to determine available prize funding. A motion to approve the September 9, 2025 minutes was made and seconded, but the vote outcome was not recorded. The President will create an Excel spreadsheet to track 2026 applications, and Matt Putnam will contact the Mass Cultural Council to correct his website listing.

• Motion to approve September 9, 2025 minutes made and seconded (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to proceed with Halloween decoration contest made, seconded, with yes votes from Matt Putnam and Joyce Pitta (outcome not recorded)
• President will meet with Josh McGraw to assess prize money for Halloween contest
• President will create an Excel spreadsheet for application numbering and status tracking
• Matt Putnam will contact Cheyenne at MCC to correct his listing on the Cultural Council website

General

This is a procedural meeting of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee. The committee will approve minutes from August 26, 2025, introduce a new member, and discuss future plans and a presentation to the Town Council.

• Approval of August 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction of a new committee member
• Briefing new member on committee posture
• Discussion of DEIB Committee future plans
• Planning for a DEIB presentation to the Town Council

General

The SAVE Committee will meet to review and discuss the town's SAVE policy, procedures, and forms. The meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2025, at 12:15 p.m. at the Senior Center Conference Room.

• Review and discuss SAVE policy and procedures
• Review and discuss SAVE forms
• Meeting location: Senior Center Conference Room

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Community and Economic Development Committee on Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001, which addresses MBTA Final Compliance requirements. The board will also review two Agricultural and Natural Resource (ANR) plans and two site‑plan applications, including a proposed inpatient rehabilitation hospital at Lakeshore Center and a 27,000‑sq‑ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St. A definitive subdivision hearing for 593 Plymouth St (the "Revelution Road" project) is also scheduled.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 – MBTA Final Compliance Ordinance
• Site plan review – Lakeshore Center (Map 96, Lot 16) for Encompass Health inpatient rehab hospital
• Site plan review – 1010 Elm St (Map 30, Lot 20) for 27,000 sq ft commercial building
• Definitive subdivision – 593 Plymouth St, Bardhi Investment Group, LLC, six buildable lots on 5.9 acres
• ANR plan – 6‑18 Aldrich Rd (Map 20, Lots 77 & 79)

The Board voted 5‑0 to not recommend Zoning Ordinance Amendment D‑FY26‑001, citing concerns about unlimited density. The Board unanimously endorsed the ANR plans for 6‑18 Aldrich Rd and 60‑86 Broad St. It also unanimously approved continuances of the Encompass Health site plan to the Oct. 15 meeting and the 1010 Elm St site plan to the Nov. 5 meeting.

• Not recommend Zoning Ordinance Amendment D‑FY26‑001 (5‑0)
• Endorse ANR plan for 6‑18 Aldrich Rd (unanimous Yes)
• Endorse ANR plan for 60‑86 Broad St (unanimous Yes)
• Accept continuation of Encompass Health site plan to Oct 15 meeting (unanimous Yes)
• Accept continuation of 1010 Elm St site plan to Nov 5 meeting (unanimous Yes)

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council is holding a joint meeting with the Town Manager, the Bridgewater-Raynham School District School Committee, and Raynham officials. The body will discuss budget concerns regarding the Bridgewater-Raynham School District.

• Bridgewater-Raynham School District budget concerns

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet remotely to address old and new business. The agenda includes discussions on the Titicut Furnace Sign and the Ripley Gravestone.

• Titicut Furnace Sign
• Ripley Gravestone
• Town Manager Meeting
• CPC Update

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Town Budget & Finance Committee will approve the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes and hear public comment. It will consider four orders: a transfer order for the CPC First Parish Unitarian Church Window Project and three acceptance of donation gifts to the Howard Foundation, Parks & Recreation Department (Ron Enos), and Bridgewater State University. The committee will also discuss the General Ledger report before adjourning.

• Approve August 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Order O-FY26-014: Transfer Order – CPC First Parish Unitarian Church Window Project
• Order O-FY26-018: Acceptance of Donation – Howard Foundation
• Order O-FY26-019: Acceptance of Donation to Parks & Recreation Department – Ron Enos
• Order O-FY26-020: Acceptance of Gift – Bridgewater State University

The committee approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended and approved four donation orders—CPC First Parish window project, Howard Foundation park bench, Ron Enos park bench, and a Bridgewater State University gift—each by voice vote 3‑0. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Order O-FY26-014 transfer order (3-0)
• Recommended Order O-FY26-018 acceptance of Howard Foundation donation (3-0)
• Recommended Order O-FY26-019 acceptance of Ron Enos donation (3-0)
• Recommended Order O-FY26-020 acceptance of Bridgewater State University gift (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on several donation acceptances and a transfer order for the First Parish Unitarian Church Window Project. The body will also review a request for an additional alcohol package store license and multiple collective bargaining contract ratifications.

• Order O-FY26-021: Request for additional All Alcohol Beverages Package Store License for 233 Broad Street
• Order O-FY26-014: Transfer Order for CPC First Parish Unitarian Church Window Project
• Ordinance D-FY26-005: Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Senior Village Housing Development
• Ratification of collective bargaining contracts for DPW Union (AFSCME Local 1700) and Public Library Staff Association
• Acceptance of donations from Howard Foundation, Ron Enos, and Bridgewater State University

The Bridgewater Town Council voted to approve the minutes from their October 7, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken during this session.

• Approved meeting minutes

General

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve July minutes, receive treasurer and director reports, and discuss changing the November meeting date. The agenda also includes an open discussion on community needs and promoting events. The meeting is largely administrative with no major decisions anticipated.

• Discussion on changing the November meeting date
• Open discussion on community needs and promoting events
• Approval of July meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and director's report with follow-up items
• Announcement of holiday closings including Indigenous Peoples' Day and Thanksgiving

The commission unanimously approved the July meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were decided. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved July minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider a new resource area delineation for 167 Oak Street (Map 15 Lot 5) presented by Matthew Falconeiri of Zenith Consulting Engineers. The commission will also discuss a violation at 16 Wood Street. No old business or minutes are scheduled.

• Resource area delineation – 167 Oak Street (Map 15 Lot 5) – applicant: Matthew Falconeiri, Zenith Consulting Engineers
• Discussion of violation at 16 Wood Street

The Conservation Commission approved the abbreviated notice of resource area delineation for 167 Oak Street, adding a condition that debris in the resource area and buffer zone be removed before a Certificate of Compliance is issued. All five commission members voted YES on the approval. The Commission also voted to take enforcement action on the 16 Wood Street violation after previous cease‑and‑desist notices went unanswered. All members voted YES on the enforcement action.

• Approved Oak Street resource area delineation with debris‑cleanup condition (all members YES)
• Took enforcement action on 16 Wood Street violation (all members YES)
• Motion to continue to close adopted (all members YES)
• Motion to adjourn adopted (all members YES)

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Town Tree Committee will approve the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and hold an introductory session with the new town manager to review the Shade Tree and Tree Mitigation Ordinances, trees on the Common, and the committee’s budget. The committee will also address old business items such as Tree City 2026 designation, fall tree plantings, and the status of common area trees. New business will include planning topics and speakers for an upcoming forum and coordination with the Business Improvement Association and other town committees. The meeting will conclude with any additional discussion items before adjournment.

• Approve August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introductory meeting with new town manager covering Shade Tree and Tree Mitigation Ordinances, Trees on the Common, and budget
• Old business: Tree City 2026 designation
• Old business: Tree plantings scheduled for the fall
• New business: Plan topics and speakers for upcoming forum and coordinate with BIA

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will consider the FY26 Guidelines, discuss its outreach activities, and explore new membership outreach. The meeting also includes approval of the April 8, 2025 minutes and public comment.

• Approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• FY26 Guidelines
• Cultural Council Outreach
• Cultural Council – New Membership Outreach

The council approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. It decided to keep the town’s cultural‑grant funding at the same level as the previous year. Members agreed to review the 2025 guidelines, email any suggested changes to President Simeoni, and vote on those changes at the September 16 meeting. The council also updated the member list, naming President Simeoni as chair.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (motion moved and seconded)
• Funding to remain at last year’s level (no vote tally recorded)
• Decided to read 2025 guidelines and email suggestions to President Simeoni
• Will vote on guideline suggestions at next meeting (Sept 16, 2025)
• Updated member list, President Simeoni entered as chair

Town Council - Rules & Procedures Committee

The Rules and Procedures Committee will discuss three proposed ordinances that would amend the Bridgewater Town Charter: one adjusting the town manager's term, one changing the timeframe for citizen referendum petitions, and one updating business ethics rules. The committee will also review older proposed charter changes from 2022 and suggestions from the Charter Committee. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion meeting.

• Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-002: Amendment to Article IV, Section 4-1 (Town Manager Term of Office)
• Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-003: Amendment to Article VIII, Section 8-2 (Citizen Referendum Petition Timeframe)
• Proposed General Ordinance D-FY26-004: Amendment to Chapter 3, Article II, Section 1 (Business Ethics and Conduct)
• Discussion of 2022 proposed ordinances: D-FY22-004 (Library Trustees), D-FY22-005 (Town to City), D-FY22-011 (City Attorney, Term Limits)
• Review of suggested charter changes from the Charter Committee

The Rules & Procedures Committee approved the July 24, 2025 minutes and unanimously voted to recommend Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-002, D-FY26-003, and D-FY26-004 (with amendments) back to the Town Council. The committee also approved an amendment to D-FY26-004 with Attachment A and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-002 back to Town Council (3-0)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-003 back to Town Council (3-0)
• Amended Proposed General Ordinance D-FY26-004 with Attachment A (3-0)
• Recommended Proposed General Ordinance D-FY26-004 with amendments (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Committee will approve the August 11th minutes, hear public comment, and discuss a series of updates and proposals. Items include updates on pickleball, Jenny Leonard Park, and the Old Mobil Station/Summer Street Park, as well as a CPC project eligibility for the Lazaro Building and a CPC project application for Middle School multi‑functional fields. The committee will also review the Recreation 5‑Year Plan, a bench donation, and coordination with cemeteries. New business and additional discussion items will be considered before adjourning.

• Pickleball Update
• Jenny Leonard Park Update
• CPC Project Application – Middle School Multi-Functional Fields
• Recreation 5 Year Plan
• Stiles & Hart Bench Donation

Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Finance Committee will review a transfer order for the Community Preservation Committee's First Parish Unitarian Church Window Project (O-FY26-014) and accept three donations: from the Howard Foundation, for Parks & Recreation via Ron Enos, and from Bridgewater State University. Public comment and approval of July 21, 2025 minutes are also on the agenda.

• Order O-FY26-014: Transfer Order - CPC First Parish Unitarian Church Window Project
• Order O-FY26-018: Acceptance of Donation – Howard Foundation
• Order O-FY26-019: Acceptance of Donation to Parks & Recreation - Ron Enos
• Order O-FY26-020: Acceptance of Gift - Bridgewater State University

General

The Planning Board will conduct a site visit on September 5, 2025, to view the area of a proposed Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital at 0 Lakeshore Center. The visit is for a Site Plan Approval and modification to a 1988 Special Permit. No testimony or deliberations will occur.

• Site visit for proposed Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital at 0 Lakeshore Center with associated parking and drainage
• Applicant: Encompass Health; seeking Site Plan Approval and modification to existing 1988 Special Permit

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Community and Economic Development Committee on a zoning amendment (D-FY26-001) to achieve MBTA Communities Act final compliance, modifying Sections 3.1.1.1 and 9.9.4.2. The board will also continue a site plan review for a 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm Street and consider an ANR plan at 6 Aldrich Road.

• Joint public hearing on Zoning Amendment D-FY26-001 for MBTA Communities overlay district requirements
• ANR plan for 6 Aldrich Road (Map 20, Lot 77)
• Continued site plan review for 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm Street
• Landscaping plan update for Claremont Bridgewater Hotel at 0 Pleasant Street
• New notice for Plymouth Street Subdivision

The Bridgewater Planning Board voted to continue the public hearing on the MBTA zoning amendment and several pending applications to the September 17, 2025 meeting. Items continued included the ANR plan for 6‑18 Aldrich Rd, the 1010 Elm St commercial site plan, and the landscaping plan for 0 Pleasant St. The board then adjourned unanimously.

• Continue public hearing on MBTA zoning amendment to Sep 17 (4‑0)
• Continue ANR plan review for 6‑18 Aldrich Rd to Sep 17 (5‑0)
• Continue 1010 Elm St commercial site plan review to Sep 17 (5‑0)
• Continue 0 Pleasant St landscaping plan update to Oct 15 (5‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (5‑0)

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and approving improvements for Town River Landing Phase 1. The body will also consider the Town Manager's goals and the acceptance of several donations. Additionally, the council will review the layout and acceptance of three private ways.

• Order O-FY25-071: Establishing a TIF District for 60-86 Broad Street
• Resolution R-FY26-001: Town River Landing Phase 1 Improvements
• Order O-FY26-015, 016, 017: Laying out and accepting private ways at Oldfield Road, Timber Lane, and Erbeck Circle
• Acceptance of donations from Howard Foundation, Ron Enos, and Bridgewater State University
• Appointment of Philip Nichols to the DEIB Committee (2025-2026)

The council approved the August 5 and August 12, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote, each passing 9‑0. Councilors approved the resubmission and ratification of Philip Nichols to the DEIB Committee, each vote 9‑0. The council moved to refer Order O‑FY25‑071, establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District for 60‑86 Broad Street, to advertising. An amendment deleting the second paragraph of that order passed with a 6‑2‑1 vote.

• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote 9‑0)
• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote 9‑0)
• Approved resubmission of Philip Nichols appointment to DEIB Committee (vote 9‑0)
• Ratified Philip Nichols to DEIB Committee (vote 9‑0)
• Motion to refer Order O‑FY25‑071 (TIF district) to advertising (motion made and seconded)
• Motion to call the question on Order O‑FY25‑071 passed (voice vote 9‑0)
• Amendment to Order O‑FY25‑071 deleting second paragraph passed (voice vote 6‑2‑1)

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will meet on August 28, 2025, to discuss administrative items and review three Notices of Intent for resource area delineation. The meeting will be held virtually due to state emergency measures.

• Public Hearing: 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20)
• Public Hearing: 0 Plain Street (Map 15 Lot 5)
• Public Hearing: 55 Aspen Drive (Map 32 Lot 121)
• Discussion: 16 Wood Street violation
• Discussion: 35 Short Street compliance

The Conservation Commission approved the updated restoration and temporary SWPPP plan for the 1010 Elm Street site (3‑0). It also closed and approved the 0 Plain Street Notice of Intent (4‑0) and approved the 55 Aspen Drive irrigation‑well project with special conditions (3‑0). A Certificate of Compliance was issued for 25 Stonybrook Drive (4‑0). The meeting minutes were adopted (4‑0).

• Approved 1010 Elm St restoration plan (3-0)
• Closed and approved 0 Plain St Notice of Intent (4-0)
• Approved 55 Aspen Dr irrigation‑well project with conditions (3-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 25 Stonybrook Dr (4-0)
• Adopted meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Bridgewater Community Preservation Committee will review applications for preservation projects, including a recommendation to the Town Council for the First Parish Unitarian Church window replacement. The committee will also discuss eligibility approvals for a multi‑functional field at the Middle School and status updates on several ongoing and completed projects. New project ideas such as Jenny Leonard Park and basketball courts at Legion and Scotland Fields will be considered. Administrative items like policies, procedures, and staffing will be addressed.

• First Parish Unitarian Church window replacement – recommended to Town Council
• Eligibility approved for multi‑functional fields at the Middle School
• Project updates: Hanson's Farm, Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive windows replacement, Parthenon Frieze
• Completed projects pending final reports: Broad Street Properties, Summer Street (Mobil Station), rebinding of 1894 Death Records Book, Samuel Edson Book
• Potential new projects: Jenny Leonard Park, basketball courts at Legion and Scotland Fields, study of recreational land option, restoration of Fire Department's Ousamequin hand pump truck, playground accessibility

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bridgewater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding variance requests for two properties. The board will also review minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing: Variance request for 519 High Street
• Public hearing: Variance request for 0 Hammond Street
• Approval of minutes from 6/11/2025

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted a 5‑foot front‑yard variance for 519 High Street and both an 84.79‑foot frontage variance and a 3,029‑sq ft lot‑size variance for 0 Hammond Street. Both sets of variances were approved by unanimous roll‑call votes. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Approved 5‑ft front‑yard variance for 519 High Street (unanimous)
• Approved 84.79‑ft frontage and 3,029‑sq ft lot‑size variances for 0 Hammond Street (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 519 High Street variance (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 0 Hammond Street variance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 6/11/2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Disability Commission

The Bridgewater Disability Commission will approve the July 29 meeting minutes, hear a public comment period, and discuss several new items. Items include a Stone Meadow presentation, the commission's annual town report, the final Marathon Park modification, a discussion of the August 2025 New England ADA Center newsletter, and suggestions for future speakers.

• Stone Meadow Presentation – scheduled for Wednesday, September 3 at 7 PM in the Stone Meadow Rec Room
• Bridgewater Disability Commission – Annual Town Report
• Final Marathon Park Modification
• August 2025 New England ADA Center Newsletter – discussion
• Suggestions for Future Speakers

General

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee will approve the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes and hear public comments. It will discuss new public outreach, engagement, and committee goals, as well as a BCCR partnership event. The meeting will also address any old business and additional items for discussion before adjourning.

• Approval of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of public outreach, engagement and committee goals
• Discussion of BCCR partnership event
• Consideration of old business
• Consideration of additional items for discussion

The committee approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. Members discussed renaming the DEIB committee and agreed to submit a written request to the town manager. They also decided to reach out again to a non‑attending member, Stephanie, and to pursue partnership events with BCCR and Boston State University.

• Approved June 17 minutes (3‑0)
• Decided to submit written request to change committee name
• Decided to contact Stephanie again to encourage attendance
• Planned to attend next BCCR partnership meeting
• Josh to create and share slideshows and draft name‑change letter
• Ashley to contact BSU MRISJ for event partnership
• Sherley to coordinate BCCR partnership events

Town Council - Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will meet to discuss legislation regarding the Town Manager's goals. The meeting includes time for public comment and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Order O-FY25-074: Town Manager Goals

The committee approved the August 7, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3-0 vote. A motion to change the Operational Efficiency goal date to 6/30/26 passed 2-1. The amended strategic planning goals were approved unanimously (3-0). The meeting was then adjourned by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Changed Operational Efficiency goal date to 6/30/26 (2-1)
• Approved amended strategic planning goals (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting as the TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee. The primary focus is the referral of an order to establish a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for 60-86 Broad Street.

• Order O-FY25-071: Establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District for 60-86 Broad Street

Town Council

This is a notice that a quorum of the Town Council may attend a Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee Audit Workshop. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this procedural item.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Town Council to discuss an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding MBTA Communities compliance. The board will also hear site plan reviews for a commercial building on Elm Street and a rehabilitation hospital on Lakeshore Center.

• Joint public hearing on MBTA Communities Zoning Ordinance amendment
• Site Plan Review for 1010 Elm St commercial building (27,000 sq. ft)
• Site Plan Review for Encompass Health Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital on 0 Lakeshore Center
• Continued hearing for 0 Pleasant St hotel landscaping plan
• Continued hearing for Oldfield Estates Phase I road bond release

The Board voted to release the town’s road bond monies, keeping back $10,000 and $2,000 earmarked for tree planting. It also postponed several public hearings—including the MBTA zoning amendment, the 1010 Elm Street site plan, and the Encompass Health hospital project—to September dates. The landscaping plan for the Claremont Bridgewater Hotel II was continued to the September 3, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Continued Zoning Ordinance Amendment public hearing to Sept 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued 1010 Elm St site plan review to Sept 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued Encompass Health site plan hearing to Sept 17, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued Lakeshore Center landscaping plan to Sept 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved release of road bond monies, withholding $10,000 and $2,000 for trees (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (5-0)

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding MBTA Final Compliance. The meeting will be held at the Academy Building and via Zoom.

• Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 (MBTA Final Compliance)
• Meeting location: Academy Building, Conference Room 201A/2nd Floor, 66 Central Square
• Meeting format: Joint meeting with the Planning Board
• Meeting date: August 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM
• Meeting access: Zoom link provided

The committee approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3-0 vote. Councilors voted 3-0 to continue the public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 to September 3, 2025 at 6:30 pm. The meeting was then adjourned by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Continued public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment D-FY26-001 to Sep 3, 2025 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

General

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission is holding a special hybrid meeting. The body will conduct a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent for a property at 1010 Elm Street.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20), DEP File #: SE116-1562

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent and a Request for Determination of Applicability for projects at 1010 Elm Street, 0 Summer Street, 55 Aspen Drive, and 0 Plain Street. The commission will also discuss a Certificate of Compliance request, a violation at 16 Wood Street, and an Open Meeting Law complaint. The meeting is hybrid but closed to in-person public attendance.

• Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20) by C Naughton Group
• Request for Determination of Applicability – 0 Summer Street (Map 90 Lot 0) by Town of Bridgewater
• Notice of Intent – 55 Aspen Drive (Map 32 Lot 121) by Ian Cahill
• Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation – 0 Plain Street (Map 15 Lot 5)
• Certificate of Compliance request – 25 Stonybrook Drive (Map 85 Lot 21)

The Conservation Commission voted to issue a Certificate of Compliance for 25 Stonybrook Drive after confirming the work met the order of conditions. It also adopted a Negative 1 Determination for 0 Summer Street, concluding the work is outside Commission jurisdiction. Several pending applications (1010 Elm St, 55 Aspen Dr, 0 Plain St) were continued to the August 28 meeting. The minutes were approved with one amendment and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved continuance of 1010 Elm Street Notice of Intent to Aug 28 (unanimous YES)
• Approved Negative 1 Determination for 0 Summer Street (unanimous YES)
• Approved continuance of 55 Aspen Drive Notice of Intent to Aug 28 (unanimous YES)
• Approved continuance of 0 Plain Street Notice of Intent to Aug 28 (unanimous YES)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 25 Stonybrook Drive (unanimous YES)
• Approved minutes with one amendment (unanimous YES)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous YES)

Town Council

The Town Council is convening as part of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District Budget Working Group. The agenda does not list specific items for decision or discussion.

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will meet remotely to approve minutes, discuss the Shade Tree Ordinance, and plan a public forum for the fall. The agenda includes items regarding the Tree City USA designation and the Liberty Tree.

• Approval of July 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Shade Tree Ordinance
• Planning for Fall Tree Planting
• Planning for Fall Public Forum
• Tree City USA 2026 designation

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding loan authorizations for a wastewater treatment facility upgrade and a community septic management program. The body will also consider a zoning map amendment and the establishment of a Tax Increment Financing district.

• Loan Authorization for Phase 2 Waste Water Treatment Facility Phosphorous Removal Upgrade Project
• Loan Authorization for Community Septic Management Program Title V Homeowner Loans
• Zoning Map Amendment for Business B and Residence C Districts in Bedford, Winter, and Flagg Street area
• Order establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District for 60-86 Broad Street
• Petition for National Grid and Verizon joint pole location at 815 Bedford Street

The council approved several items, including the appointment of Laurie Keane to the Conservation Commission, the joint pole location petition for National Grid and Verizon, loan authorizations for the Phase 2 wastewater treatment facility upgrade and the Community Septic Management Program, and amendments to Ordinance D‑FY25‑015. The appointment of Phillip Nichols to the DEIB Committee failed to receive a majority. All approvals passed by voice vote with an 8‑0 tally.

• Appointed Laurie Keane to Conservation Commission (8‑0)
• Approved Petition P‑2026‑001 for joint pole location at 815 Bedford St (8‑0)
• Approved Loan Authorization Order O‑FY26‑008 for Phase 2 WWTF phosphorous upgrade (8‑0)
• Approved Loan Authorization Order O‑FY26‑009 for Community Septic Management Program (8‑0)
• Approved Petition P‑2026‑002 for change of officers at Cumberland Farms (8‑0)
• Amended Ordinance D‑FY25‑015 (two motions) (8‑0)
• Ratified appointment of Phillip Nichols to DEIB Committee (failed 4‑4)
• Approved minutes from July 15 2025 meeting (8‑0)

Parks and Recreation

The committee is meeting to review updates on several town parks and project applications. Discussions include budget items for the new Town Manager and a land donation from Mike Flaherty.

• Pickleball association and facility usage forms
• Jenny Leonard Park and Old Mobil Station/Summer Street Park updates
• CPC project applications for Lazaro Building and Middle School Multi-Functional Fields
• Land donation to the town from Mike Flaherty
• Suzanne Poland dedicated park bench donation from Ron Enos

Town Council - Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will consider Order O-FY25-074 concerning Town Manager Goals, along with approving previous meeting minutes and hearing public comment. The meeting includes two public comment periods.

• Order O-FY25-074: Town Manager Goals

The Strategic Planning Committee approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. Members agreed on specific dates for each Town Manager goal, including surveys, water and roadway plans, website updates, and economic‑development analysis. The meeting was adjourned by a 2‑0 vote.

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Set Resident Satisfaction Survey completion date – 12/15/25
• Set BR School District meeting date – 1/12/26, report to Council 1/20/26
• Set Drinking Water Improvement plan presentation date – 10/1/25
• Set Road condition assessment completion – 1/26/26, Council presentation 2/3/26
• Set Town website improvement update date – 6/1/26
• Set Economic Development strengths/weaknesses identification date – 4/1/26, Council presentation 2nd April
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (2-0)

Town Council

The Town Council's TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee will discuss a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for 60-86 Broad Street. The agenda includes a presentation from the Community and Economic Development Director and consideration of Order O-FY25-071 to establish the district. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Presentation: TIF Update by Bob Rulli, CED Director
• Order O-FY25-071: Establishing a Tax Increment Financing District for 60-86 Broad Street
• Discussion of next steps for the TIF district

Planning Board

The Bridgewater Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a site plan review for a 27,000-square-foot commercial building at 1010 Elm Street. The board will also consider ANR plans for 221 Beech Street and 994 Bedford Street, a landscaping plan update for the Claremont Bridgewater Hotel at 0 Pleasant Street, and a request to release road bond monies for Oldfield Estates Phase I. The meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2025, via Zoom.

• Site Plan Review continued: 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St with parking and site improvements
• ANR Plans: 221 Beech St (Map 131, Lot 2) and 994 Bedford St (Map 101, Lot 17)
• Landscaping plan update for Claremont Bridgewater Hotel II LLC at 0 Pleasant St (decision Jan 24, 2024)
• Request for release of road bond monies for Oldfield Estates Phase I (Quail Run Road & Oldfield Rd)

The Board voted to accept continuance requests for the 1010 Elm St commercial site plan, the 0 Pleasant St hotel landscaping update, and the Oldfield Estates road bond release, moving each to the August 20 meeting. The Board also endorsed two Agricultural & Natural Resource (ANR) plans for 221 Beech St and 994 Bedford St. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Continuance for 1010 Elm St commercial site plan approved (3-0)
• Continuance for 0 Pleasant St hotel landscaping update approved (3-0)
• Continuance for Oldfield Estates road bond release approved (3-0)
• ANR plan for 221 Beech St endorsed (4-0)
• ANR plan for 994 Bedford St endorsed (4-0)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (4-0)

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The committee will consider several orders, including a loan to fund Phase 2 of the Waste Water Treatment Facility and a loan for the Community Septic Management Program. It will also review the FY26 water and sewer rate proposals and a post‑override supplemental appropriation. Public comment will be taken before the meeting adjourns.

• Order O-FY26-008: Loan authorization for Phase 2 Waste Water Treatment Facility (preliminary design and engineering of phosphorous removal upgrade)
• Order O-FY26-009: Loan authorization for Community Septic Management Program (homeowner loans)
• Order O-FY26-011: FY26 water rates
• Order O-FY26-012: FY26 sewer rates
• Order O-FY26-010: Discussion of post‑override supplemental appropriation

The Budget & Finance Committee approved the June 30, 2025 meeting minutes and a series of orders. It recommended and adopted Order O‑FY26‑008, authorizing a $56M/$57M loan for Phase 2 of the wastewater treatment facility. The committee also approved a gift from the Lopieke's Family Trust, loan authority for the Community Septic Management Program, and FY26 water and sewer rate orders.

• Approved June 30, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-007 acceptance of Lopieke's Family Trust gift (2-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-008 loan for Phase 2 WWTF ($56M/$57M) (3-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-009 loan for Community Septic Management Program (3-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-011 FY26 water rates (3-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-012 FY26 sewer rates (3-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (3-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a post-override supplemental appropriation (Order O-FY26-010) and consider actions on FY26 water and sewer rates, a gift acceptance, the Town Clerk's salary adjustment, and a proposed ad hoc forensic audit committee. A proclamation honoring Annie Voyer's 100th birthday will also be presented.

• Public Hearing: Order O-FY26-010 - Post Override Supplemental Appropriation
• Order O-FY26-011 - FY26 Water Rates (Finance Committee recommended 6-0)
• Order O-FY26-012 - FY26 Sewer Rates (Finance Committee recommended 6-0)
• Order O-FY25-073 - Town Clerk's Salary adjustment (Finance Committee voted 4-1)
• Order O-FY26-013 - Creating an Ad hoc Forensic Audit Committee

The Town Council voted 9‑0 to approve the FY26 water rate order, moving higher charges to large volume users. The council also approved FY26 sewer rates, a post‑override supplemental appropriation, a gift acceptance, and a modest raise for the Town Clerk, each by unanimous voice vote. A motion to table the creation of an ad‑hoc forensic audit committee passed 5‑4.

• Approved Order O-FY26-011 FY26 Water Rates (9-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-012 FY26 Sewer Rates (9-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-010 Post Override Supplemental Appropriation (9-0)
• Approved Order O-FY26-007 Acceptance of Gift – Lopieke's Family Trust (9-0)
• Approved Order O-FY25-073 Town Clerk's Salary increase (9-0)
• Tabled Order O-FY26-013 Ad hoc Forensic Audit Committee (5-4)

Transportation Committee

The Bridgewater Transportation Committee will hold a remote meeting to discuss three items: crosswalks at Central Square Common, road signage and traffic markings for the new fire station, and the Vernon Street bridge over the Taunton River. No votes or decisions are noted; the agenda consists entirely of discussion items.

• Central Square Common Crosswalks
• New Fire Station - Road Signage & Traffic Markings
• Vernon Street Over Taunton River

Disability Commission

The Bridgewater Disability Commission will approve the June 24 meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss several new‑business items: a guest speaker on the ADA Transition Plan, a Stone Meadow presentation, and a review of modifications at Marathon Park. The meeting will also set the date for the next session on August 26.

• Approve June 24 meeting minutes
• Guest speaker presentation on the ADA Transition Plan
• Stone Meadow presentation
• Review of Marathon Park modifications
• Schedule next meeting for August 26 at 2:00 PM

Town Council - Rules & Procedures Committee

The Rules and Procedures Committee will discuss six proposed ordinances from 2022 that would amend the Bridgewater Town Charter. Topics include typographical corrections, changing "Town" to "City," adjusting terms for elected officials and the city manager, and setting term limits for the city attorney. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• D-FY22-002: correction of typographical and punctuation errors in the Town Charter
• D-FY22-004: proposed changes to Article III regarding Library Trustees
• D-FY22-005: amendment changing 'Town' to 'City' in the Charter
• D-FY22-006: proposed change to Article II on term of office
• D-FY22-010 and D-FY22-011: City Manager term of office and City Attorney term limits

The Rules & Procedures Committee approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend Proposed Ordinance D-FY22-002, correcting typographical and punctuation errors in the Town Charter. Several charter amendment proposals (D-FY22-004, D-FY22-005, D-FY22-010, D-FY22-011) were postponed or tabled, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance D-FY22-002 (3-0)
• Suspended rules to allow Mr. Ivaldi to speak on D-FY22-004 (3-0)
• Postponed Proposed Ordinance D-FY22-004 to next meeting (3-0)
• Postponed Proposed Ordinance D-FY22-005 to next meeting (3-0)
• Tabled Proposed Ordinance D-FY22-010 (3-0)
• Tabled Proposed Ordinance D-FY22-011 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss a zoning notice of intent and a determination of applicability request. The body will also review administrative items, including a certificate of compliance and a violation discussion.

• Notice of Intent for 1010 Elm Street
• Determination of Applicability for 0 Summer Street
• Certificate of Compliance for 70 Riverview Drive
• Discussion of 16 Wood Street violation
• Lakeshore Vegetated Management Plan update

The Conservation Commission required wetland and buffer‑zone restoration and a temporary stormwater solution before the Notice of Intent can be resubmitted for 1010 Elm Street. Members voted unanimously to continue the agenda to the August 14th meeting. The commission approved a Certificate of Compliance for 70 Riverview Drive and agreed to issue another violation notice for 16 Wood Street.

• Enforcement action ordered: wetland and 25‑ft buffer zone restoration plus temporary stormwater solution required before NOI filing (no vote recorded)
• Motion to continue to August 14th meeting approved (3‑0)
• Certificate of Compliance issued for 70 Riverview Drive (3‑0)
• Agreement to send another notice of violation to 16 Wood Street owner (no vote recorded)
• Motion to close Summer Street parking discussion approved (3‑0)
• Motion to approve minutes approved (3‑0)
• Motion to adjourn approved (3‑0)

Town Council

The Town Council will convene to discuss the next steps for establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district at 60-86 Broad Street. The meeting includes a presentation by Bob Cormier and a public comment period.

• Presentation on 60-86 Broad Street by Bob Cormier
• Discussion on next steps for Order O-FY25-071 (TIF District)
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for August 6, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will vote on applications for the First Parish Unitarian Church window replacement and a Town House interior historical architect assessment. Members will also review the status of several ongoing and completed preservation projects.

• Vote on First Parish Unitarian Church Window Replacement
• Vote on Town House Interior Historical Architect Assessment
• Review of eligibility for multi-functional fields at the Middle School
• Discussion of potential projects including Jenny Leonard Park and First Cemetery gravestone repair
• Vote on dues

The committee unanimously approved a $38,000 recommendation for First Parish Unitarian Church from the Historic Reserve Account 324200. It also rescinded a prior May vote and then approved $16,000 from the Administration Account for a Historical Architect Assessment. Additional unanimous approvals included $3,500 for CPA dues and the appointment of Gina Guasconi as Chair and Carlton Hunt as Vice‑Chair. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m.

• Approved $38,000 to First Parish Unitarian Church from Historic Reserve Account 324200 (unanimous)
• Rescinded May vote allocating funding for Historical Architect Assessment (unanimous)
• Approved $16,000 from Administration Account for Historical Architect Assessment (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 CPA dues from FY26 Administrative account (unanimous)
• Appointed Gina Guasconi as Chair of the CPC (unanimous)
• Appointed Carlton Hunt as Vice‑Chair of the CPC (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting approved (unanimous)

Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee will introduce new Town Manager Justin Casanova-Davis. The body will also conduct interviews for the Conservation Commission, Historical Commission, and DEIB.

• Introduction of Town Manager Justin Casanova-Davis
• Conservation Commission interview: Laurie Keane
• Historical Commission interview: Heather Powell
• DEIB interview: Philip Nichols

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to consider an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness regarding the First Parish Church. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Application for Certificate of Appropriateness: First Parish Church, 50 School St.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss several loan authorizations and rate changes for the 2026 fiscal year. The body is also reviewing a supplemental appropriation and the Town Clerk's salary.

• Order O-FY26-011: FY26 Water Rates
• Order O-FY26-012: FY26 Sewer Rates
• Order O-FY26-008: Loan authorization for Phase 2 Waste Water Treatment Facility phosphorous removal upgrade
• Order O-FY26-009: Loan authorization for Community Septic Management Program homeowner loans
• Order O-FY26-010: Post Override Supplemental Appropriation

The Finance Committee unanimously approved several orders, including acceptance of a gift from the Lopieke’s Family Trust, loan authorizations for the Phase 2 wastewater treatment upgrade and the Community Septic Management Program, a supplemental appropriation of $849,529 for the FY26 budget, and the FY26 water and sewer rates. The committee also set the newly elected Town Clerk’s salary at $89,305.18, passing that motion with a 4‑1 vote. All other motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved acceptance of Lopieke's Family Trust gift (Order O-FY26-007) – unanimous
• Approved loan authorization for Phase 2 Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrade (Order O-FY26-008) – unanimous
• Approved loan authorization for Community Septic Management Program homeowner loans (Order O-FY26-009) – unanimous
• Approved post‑override supplemental appropriation of $849,529 for FY26 budget (Order O-FY26-010) – unanimous
• Approved FY26 water rates (Order O-FY26-011) – unanimous
• Approved FY26 sewer rates (Order O-FY26-012) – unanimous
• Approved Town Clerk salary of $89,305.18 (Order O-FY25-073) – 4 Yea, 1 Nay

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a public hearing on a site plan review for a 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm Street. Other items include an ANR plan at 0 Plain St, a request for release from a covenant on Jennifer Circle, and a landscaping plan update for the Claremont Bridgewater Hotel II LLC at 0 Pleasant St. The board will also discuss reorganization, comments on 106 Hale St, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Continued site plan review for 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St (Map 30, Lot 20)
• Landscaping plan update for Claremont Bridgewater Hotel II LLC at 0 Pleasant St (Map 83, Lot 85)
• ANR plan at 0 Plain St (Map 15, Lot 5)
• Request for release from covenant on Jennifer Circle (884 South St & 4 Jennifer Circle)
• Request for release of road bond for Oldfield Estates Phase I (Quail Run Road & Oldfield Rd)

The Planning Board endorsed the ANR Plan for 0 Plain St and approved a motion to release Parcels A, B, and C at Jennifer Circle from their covenant. It granted continuances for the 1010 Elm St site plan, the Pleasant St landscaping update, and the Oldfield Estates road‑bond request, moving those items to the August 6 meeting. The Board also kept the current officer positions and approved both the regular and executive‑session minutes.

• Approved endorsement of ANR Plan 0 Plain St (5-0)
• Approved continuance for 1010 Elm St site plan (5-0)
• Approved release of Jennifer Circle parcels from covenant (5-0)
• Approved continuance for Pleasant St landscaping update (5-0)
• Approved continuance for Oldfield Estates road‑bond request (5-0)
• Approved keeping current board officer positions (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved executive‑session minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet virtually to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Perkins Foundry and a site inspection of the South Street Foundry site.

• Perkins Foundry discussion
• South Street Foundry site inspection
• Historical Commission appointment to the Community Preservation Committee (CPC)

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will vote on a resolution requesting an independent operational and financial review of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District. It will also act on an order establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for 60‑86 Broad Street. Additional items include loan authorizations for a wastewater treatment plant upgrade and a community septic management program, and public hearings on two proposed ordinances.

• Resolution R-FY25-014: Independent operational and financial review of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District
• Order O-FY25-071: Establish a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District for 60‑86 Broad Street
• Order O-FY26-008: Loan authorization for Phase 2 Waste Water Treatment Facility (phosphorous removal upgrade)
• Order O-FY26-009: Loan authorization for Community Septic Management Program homeowner loans
• Public hearings on Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-010 (Chapter 157 amendment) and D-FY25-016 (Town Manager appointment powers)

The Town Council approved Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-010 (POW flag amendment) and Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-016 (Town Charter amendment) by voice votes of 9‑0. The council also appointed Dan Greenberg and Fred Chase to the TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee for 60‑86 Broad Street, each vote passing 5‑4. Additionally, Mark Thomas and Gina Guasconi were reappointed to the Parks and Recreation Committee for 2025‑2028, and the Korean War Armistice Day proclamation was adopted, all with unanimous 9‑0 votes.

• Approved Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-010 (POW flag amendment) – vote 9-0
• Approved Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-016 (Charter amendment) – vote 9-0
• Appointed Dan Greenberg to TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee – vote 5-4
• Appointed Fred Chase to TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee – vote 5-4
• Reappointed Mark Thomas to Parks and Recreation Committee (2025‑2028) – vote 9-0
• Reappointed Gina Guasconi to Parks and Recreation Committee (2025‑2028) – vote 9-0
• Adopted Korean War Armistice Day proclamation – vote 9-0
• Approved June 17 and June 30, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 9-0 each

Elder Affairs

The commission will meet to review the treasurer and director's reports. Members will discuss planning for a workshop during the August meeting. The director will provide updates on projects around the COA facility and the Friends group.

• Planning for August meeting workshop
• Updates on projects around COA facility
• Friends update

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission approved the June meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. No funding for the outdoor projects was approved. The commission adjourned the meeting unanimously. The next regular meeting is set for September 15 at 2 p.m.

• Approved June minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation

The committee is meeting to review old business including park updates and project applications. New business includes discussions on budget, capital funding, and facility usage procedures.

• CPC project application for Middle School Multi-Functional Fields
• CPC project eligibility for Lazaro Building
• Budget and capital funding discussion
• Updates on Jenny Leonard Park and Lake Nippenicket
• Dedicated park bench donation for Suzanne Poland from Ron Enos

Town Council - Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will consider Order O-FY25-074, which sets goals for the Town Manager. The meeting includes public comment periods and is held both in person and virtually.

• Order O-FY25-074: Town Manager Goals

The Strategic Planning Committee discussed several FY26 goals and possible dates but did not adopt any proposals. Councilor Striggles moved to adjourn, the motion was seconded by Councilor Perry and passed 2-0. The meeting was formally adjourned at 10:44 a.m. The Town Council later approved these minutes on August 7, 2025.

• Motion to adjourn passed 2-0 (Perry Yea, Striggles Yea, Loreti absent)
• Meeting adjourned at 10:44 a.m.
• Town Council approved the meeting minutes on Aug 7 2025

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several land‑use applications. Old business includes a Notice of Intent for 1010 Elm Street, Map 30 Lot 20. New business includes a Notice of Intent for 15 Greenbrier Lane, Map 36 Lot 85. The commission will also consider certificate of compliance requests for Lakeshore Center Subdivision and 70 Riverview Drive, and discuss a minor modification at 66 Hooper Street.

• Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm Street – Map 30 Lot 20 (old business)
• Notice of Intent – 15 Greenbrier Lane – Map 36 Lot 85 (new business)
• Request for Certificate of Compliance – Lakeshore Center Subdivision – Maps 83/96 Lots 85/14, 16, 18, 19, 22
• Request for Certificate of Compliance – 70 Riverview Drive – Map 85 Lot 21
• Minor Modification Discussion – 66 Hooper Street

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Compliance for the Lakeshore Center Subdivision roadway and drainage improvements. It also continued the 1010 Elm Street notice of intent to the July 24 meeting and closed and approved the 15 Greenbrier Lane notice of intent. A certificate request for 70 Riverview Drive was continued due to lack of quorum, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Certificate of Compliance for Lakeshore Center Subdivision (3-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent for 1010 Elm Street to July 24 meeting (3-0)
• Closed and approved Notice of Intent for 15 Greenbrier Lane (3-0)
• Continued Certificate of Compliance for 70 Riverview Drive (no quorum)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will hold a remote meeting to discuss old business including Tree City signs, Arbor Day with students, the Tree Warden position, a tree mitigation/shade tree ordinance, and tree plantings. New business includes a Tree City meeting, a tree planting plan, and fall activities. The agenda is largely procedural with no votes or concrete decisions noted.

• Discussion of Tree City Signs
• Arbor Day with Students update
• Tree Warden Position status
• Tree Mitigation/Shade Tree Ordinance discussion
• Tree Planting Plan for fall activities

Energy Committee

The Energy Committee will meet to discuss energy analysis and findings from FEIS #1655. The body will also receive updates on the Energy Aggregation Program, Green Communities, and solar facilities on public lands.

• Discussion of FEIS #1655 Section 8 Energy Analysis and Findings
• Update on Energy Aggregation Program
• Update on Green Communities and MEI Tracking
• Update on Solar Facilities on Public Lands
• Update on New Fire Station

The Energy Committee voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 3:00 p.m. No other actions were approved; the Energy Aggregation Program remains on hold and other updates were discussed without a decision.

• Adjourned meeting at 3:00 p.m. – unanimous approval

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Budget & Finance Committee will consider several orders, including the ratification of the United Steel Workers bargaining contract and related appropriations. It will also review a salary adjustment for the Town Clerk and accept a donation for the public library. The committee will hear public comment before adjourning.

• Order O-FY25-068: United Steel Workers bargaining contract ratification
• Order O-FY25-069: Appropriation transfer for United Steel Workers collective bargaining
• Order O-FY25-070: Appropriation transfer for non‑union positions
• Order O-FY25-072: Acceptance of donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for Bridgewater Public Library
• Order O-FY25-073: Adjustment to Town Clerk's salary

The Budget & Finance Committee approved an amendment to the Town Clerk’s annual salary, raising it from $87,121.04 to $89,305.18. The motion was made by Councilor Loreti, seconded by Councilor McGrath, and passed unanimously (3‑0). The committee also approved several contract and appropriation motions, each passing with a 2‑1 vote, and accepted a donation from the Oliari Charitable Foundation for the public library.

• Amended Town Clerk salary to $89,305.18 (3‑0)
• Approved United Steel Workers bargaining contract ratification (Order O-FY25-068) (2‑1)
• Approved United Steel Workers collective bargaining appropriation transfer (Order O-FY25-069) (2‑1)
• Approved non‑union affiliated positions appropriation transfer (Order O-FY25-070) (2‑1)
• Accepted donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for Bridgewater Public Library (Order O-FY25-072) (3‑0)

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council holds a special meeting to discuss the town's fiscal outlook, including the FY26 budget, the recent override vote, and the Bridgewater-Raynham School District assessment. They will also consider appointments to a TIF oversight committee, ratify a United Steel Workers contract, accept a library donation, and vote on a resolution for an independent review of the school district.

• Appointments to TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee for 60-86 Broad Street
• Discussion: Town Fiscal Outlook covering FY26 budget, school district assessment, and override implications
• Order O-FY25-068: Ratification of United Steel Workers bargaining contract
• Order O-FY25-072: Acceptance of donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for Bridgewater Public Library
• Resolution R-FY25-014: Requesting independent operational and financial review of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District

The council approved several labor contract ratifications and appropriations, accepted a library donation, amended the town clerk's salary, referred that salary order back to the Finance Committee, and adopted a resolution for an independent operational and financial review of the Bridgewater‑Raynham Regional School District. All motions passed with the vote counts recorded in the minutes.

• Approved United Steel Workers contract ratification (Order O-FY25-068) – vote 6-3
• Approved United Steel Workers appropriations transfer (Order O-FY25-069) – vote 7-2
• Approved Non‑Union positions appropriations transfer (Order O-FY25-070) – vote 6-3
• Approved donation acceptance from Oliari Charitable Foundation for the public library (Order O-FY25-072) – vote 9-0
• Amended Town Clerk's salary to $89,305.18 (Order O-FY25-073) – vote 9-0
• Referred Order O-FY25-073 back to the Finance Committee – vote 9-0
• Adopted Resolution R-FY25-014 for an independent operational and financial review of the Bridgewater‑Raynham Regional School District – vote 9-0

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss environmental projects and administrative items. The public may attend remotely via Zoom.

• Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 1010 Elm Street
• Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 15 Greenbrier Lane
• Discussion of 1310 Vernon Street
• Discussion of 16 Wood Street violation
• Discussion of 66 Hooper Street minor modification

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will discuss several orders, including ratification of a collective bargaining agreement with United Steel Workers and associated appropriation transfers. They will also consider accepting a donation for the public library and setting the Town Clerk's salary. Public comment periods are included.

• Order O-FY25-068: United Steel Workers bargaining contract ratification
• Order O-FY25-069: Appropriation transfer for union collective bargaining
• Order O-FY25-070: Appropriation transfer for non-union positions
• Order O-FY25-072: Acceptance of donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for Bridgewater Public Library
• Order O-FY25-073: Town Clerk's salary

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will receive a presentation on the town's fiscal outlook for FY26, including the school district assessment and implications of the recent override vote. They will also consider a resolution requesting an independent operational and financial review of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District. Other actions include appointments to a TIF oversight committee for 60-86 Broad Street, ratification of a United Steel Workers contract, and acceptance of a donation for the public library.

• Discussion of FY26 budget, School District assessment, and override implications
• Resolution R-FY25-014 requesting independent review of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District
• Appointments to TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee for 60-86 Broad Street (Dan Greenberg, Fred Chase)
• Ratification of United Steel Workers bargaining contract (Order O-FY25-068) and related appropriation transfers
• Acceptance of donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for Bridgewater Public Library (Order O-FY25-072)

General

The Bridgewater Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee will hold a fully remote meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss public outreach and committee goals.

• Approval of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of public outreach, engagement, and committee goals
• Meeting held via Zoom due to remote participation requirements

Community Preservation Committee

The Bridgewater Community Preservation Committee will review its May financial reports and approve the meeting minutes. It will discuss the status of several eligibility applications and provide updates on ongoing and completed projects. The committee will also consider a list of potential new projects, including park improvements and historic preservation work.

• Approval of May 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports as of May 31, 2025
• Eligibility forms: approval for Middle School fields, information requests for Legion Field storage, First Parish Unitarian Church windows, and Cedar Street Community Center
• Updates on ongoing projects such as Hanson's Farm, Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive windows, and historical assessments
• Consideration of potential new projects: Jenny Leonard Park, basketball courts at Legion and Scotland Fields, recreational land study, fire department pump truck restoration, playground accessibility, and First Cemetery gravestone repair

The committee unanimously approved the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously voted to close account 581002 and return the remaining monies to the Community Preservation Committee Reserve Account. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. by unanimous vote. No new projects were approved.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed account 581002 and returned remaining monies to CPC Reserve (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet remotely to discuss new and old business, including a guest speaker and a presentation on Stone Meadow. The main item is an update on the Marathon Park modification, with a report from Estelle Wenson and a Q&A with Community Preservation Committee officers. The commission will also consider future speaker suggestions and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Guest speaker Cindy Conquest
• Stone Meadow Presentation Information
• Marathon Park Modification Update with report from Estelle Wenson and Q&A with CPC officers
• Future speaker suggestions: New Town Manager and Bridgewater Senior Center Director
• Approval of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Bridgewater Historical Commission will hold a remote meeting to discuss the Perkins Foundry, conduct a site inspection of the South Street Foundry site, and consider an appointment to the Community Preservation Committee. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of Perkins Foundry
• Site inspection of South Street Foundry site
• Historical Commission appointment to the Community Preservation Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss several appropriation transfers and the ratification of the United Steel Workers bargaining contract. The body will also consider a donation to the Bridgewater Public Library and the Town Clerk's salary.

• Order O-FY25-068: United Steel Workers Bargaining Contract Ratification
• Order O-FY25-069: United Steel Workers Collective Bargaining Appropriation Transfer
• Order O-FY25-070: Non-Union Affiliated Positions Appropriation Transfer
• Order O-FY25-072: Acceptance of donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for Bridgewater Public Library
• Order O-FY25-073: Town Clerk's Salary

The committee ratified the United Steel Workers Local 9517 Unit 04 contract for FY25‑FY27. It also approved appropriation transfers to fund that contract and to fund non‑union affiliated positions. The committee accepted a $1,500 donation from the Oliari Charitable Foundation for the Bridgewater Public Library fellowship program and set the salary for the newly elected Town Clerk. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved United Steel Workers contract ratification (unanimous)
• Approved appropriation transfer for United Steel Workers contract FY25‑FY27 (unanimous)
• Approved appropriation transfer for non‑union affiliated positions (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for library fellowship (unanimous)
• Approved salary for newly elected Town Clerk (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider requests for lot releases and bond amounts for Wampanoag Estates. The board will also discuss a release from covenant for 884 South St and 4 Jennifer Circle. A public hearing for a commercial building at 1010 Elm St has a requested continuance to July 16, 2025.

• Requested continuance to July 16, 2025, for 27,000 sq. ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St
• Lot releases and bond amount setting for Wampanoag Estates (Hiawatha Trail)
• Release from covenant request for 884 South St and 4 Jennifer Circle

The Board voted unanimously to accept the applicant’s request to postpone the 1010 Elm St site‑plan review to the July 16, 2025 meeting. It also approved releasing the remaining lots for the Hiawatha Trail development and accepted the surety bond of $236,379.64. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted continuance for 1010 Elm St site‑plan review (vote 4‑0)
• Approved release of remaining Hiawatha Trail lots and acceptance of $236,379.64 bond (vote 4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 4‑0)

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will review several pieces of legislation, including the ratification of a United Steel Workers bargaining contract, appropriations transfers, and two ordinances adopting HERO Act clauses. The meeting will also include discussion of the town golf course, a list of grant opportunities, and the use of ARPA funds. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the agenda items.

• Order O-FY25-068: United Steel Workers Bargaining Contract Ratification
• Order O-FY25-069: United Steel Workers Collective Bargaining Appropriation Transfer
• Order O-FY25-070: Non-Union Affiliated Positions Appropriation Transfer
• Ordinance D-FY25-019: Adoption of Clause 22I of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 59, Section 5 (HERO Act)
• Ordinance D-FY25-020: Adoption of Clause 22J of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 59, Section 5 (HERO Act)

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will approve the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss FY26 Guidelines, a plan for council outreach, and a strategy for new member outreach. No decisions beyond discussion are indicated.

• Approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of FY26 Guidelines
• Discussion of Cultural Council outreach
• Discussion of Cultural Council new membership outreach

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a zoning map amendment affecting Business B and Residence C districts in the Bedford Street, Winter Street, and Flagg Street area. Also up for action are ratification of the United Steel Workers bargaining contract and related appropriation transfers. The council will appoint members to a TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee for 60-86 Broad Street and consider establishing a TIF district there. Numerous reappointments to various boards and commissions are scheduled.

• Zoning map amendment for Bedford Street, Winter Street, and Flagg Street area (D-FY25-018)
• United Steel Workers bargaining contract ratification (O-FY25-068) and appropriation transfer (O-FY25-069)
• Establishment of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for 60-86 Broad Street (O-FY25-071)
• Acceptance of donation from Oliari Charitable Foundation for Bridgewater Public Library (O-FY25-072)
• Town Clerk's salary adjustment (O-FY25-073)

A motion to postpone appointments to the TIF Ad Hoc Oversight Committee was defeated 3‑5. The council then appointed Councilors Striggles, Murphy and McGrath to the committee, each passing 6‑2. All listed commission reappointments were approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to postpone TIF Ad Hoc committee appointments failed (3-5)
• Appointed Councilor Striggles to TIF Ad Hoc committee (6-2)
• Appointed Councilor Murphy to TIF Ad Hoc committee (6-2)
• Appointed Councilor McGrath to TIF Ad Hoc committee (6-2)
• Reappointed Debrann Campbell to Conservation Commission (8-0)
• Reappointed Harry Bailey to Conservation Commission (8-0)
• Reappointed Gloria Lemieux to Elder Affairs Commission (8-0)

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four Notices of Intent for properties at 1010 Elm Street (old business), 15 Greenbrier Lane, 44 Water Street, and 0 Hammond Street. The commission will also discuss administrative items including 1310 Vernon Street, a violation at 16 Wood Street, and 1731 Plymouth Street, and approve minutes from April 24, 2025.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20, DEP File #SE116-1562)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent – 15 Greenbrier Lane (Map 36 Lot 85, DEP File #SE116-1568)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent – 44 Water Street (Map 36 Lot 12, DEP File #SE116-)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent – 0 Hammond Street (Map 21 Lots 41-42, DEP File #SE116-)
• Administrative discussions on 1310 Vernon Street, 16 Wood Street violation, and 1731 Plymouth Street

The Commission approved the 44 Water Street project to remove a tire pile from a wetland, adding special conditions to ensure compliance with CMR 10.55(4)(b)1‑7 and requiring contact with the Conservation Agent before restoration begins. The Commission also approved the 0 Hammond Street residential development, passing the motion 3‑1 despite one member’s objection. A continuance was granted for the 1010 Elm Street notice of intent, moving the hearing to the June 26 meeting with a unanimous vote.

• Approved 44 Water Street wetland tire removal with special conditions (4-0)
• Approved 0 Hammond Street residential project (3-1)
• Continuance granted for 1010 Elm Street notice of intent to June 26 (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle administrative duties and review tax-related filings. The session includes the review of abatement applications and various financial warrants.

• Abatement Applications
• Preliminary warrants & commitments
• Title V & MV warrants & commitments
• Month End Reports

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on the Hemlock appeal of a building inspector's decision. The board will also consider approval of the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes. No other agenda items are listed.

• Hemlock – Appeal of Building Inspector's Decision
• Approval of minutes from 5/14/2025

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted to uphold the Building Inspector's decision on the Hemlock Drive ADU appeal. The board also voted to close the public hearing, approve the meeting minutes from May 14, 2025, and adjourn the session. All motions passed with unanimous Aye votes.

• Uphold Building Inspector's decision (unanimous Aye)
• Close public hearing (unanimous Aye)
• Approve minutes of 5/14/25 (unanimous Aye)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous Aye)

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet remotely to discuss old and new business. Agenda items include the Tree Warden position and the Tree Mitigation/Shade Tree Ordinance.

• Tree Mitigation/Shade Tree Ordinance
• Tree Warden Position
• Tree City Signs
• Liberty Tree Celebration
• Committee Elections

Town Council

The Town Council is holding an informational forum about a potential override. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a public discussion session.

General

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission is meeting to review the treasurer and director reports. The body will discuss the 2025 meeting schedule and approve minutes from May.

• Discussion of 2025 meeting dates
• Review of Treasurer's Report
• Review of Director's Report

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission approved the May 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. The commission then adjourned the June 9 meeting, also by unanimous vote. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Parks and Recreation

The committee will review updates on pickleball court availability, Jenny Leonard Park, and the Old Mobil Station. Members will discuss budget and capital funding and the procedure for requesting facility usage.

• CPC project eligibility for Lazaro Bldg.
• CPC project application for Middle School Multi-Functional Fields
• Recreation 5 Year Plan RFP status
• Suzanne Poland dedicated park bench donation from Ron Enos
• Budget and capital funding discussion

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will hold an Override Informational Forum on June 6, 2025 at the Bridgewater Senior Center, 10 Wally Krueger Way. A quorum of council members may be in attendance to provide information about the proposed override.

Planning Board

The Bridgewater Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on a site plan review for a mixed-use conversion at 43 Rear Central Square and a 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm Street. Additionally, the board will conduct a preliminary plan review for the 'Pleasant Street Village' senior housing development proposing 40 units at Pleasant Street and Mae Jim Lane. Other business includes approving prior meeting minutes and discussing upcoming events.

• Continued site plan review and special permits for converting 43 Rear Central Square manufacturing building into six-unit mixed-use building
• Continued site plan review for 27,000 sq ft commercial building with parking at 1010 Elm Street
• Preliminary plan review of 40-unit senior housing village development 'Pleasant Street Village' at Pleasant St & Mae Jim Lane
• Board to approve minutes from February 5 and February 19, 2025
• Notice of June 11 'Bridging the Vision: Central Square Community Reveal' event

The Board denied the Bonus Density special permit (Section 9.6). It approved a Special Permit for CBD Parking (Section 6.1.4) and granted Site Plan Approval with extensive conditions. All three votes were unanimous (Driscoll, MacDonald, Geller). The public hearing was formally closed.

• Denied Bonus Density Special Permit (Section 9.6) (Driscoll, MacDonald, Geller – Yes)
• Approved Special Permit for CBD Parking (Section 6.1.4) (Driscoll, MacDonald, Geller – Yes)
• Approved Site Plan Approval with conditions (Driscoll, MacDonald, Geller – Yes)
• Closed public hearing (motion passed unanimously)

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially act on an order to create an Ad Hoc TIF Oversight Committee for properties at 60-86 Broad Street. The meeting also includes public comment and planning for future meeting topics and dates.

• Order O-FY25-064: An Order Creating an Ad Hoc TIF Oversight Committee for 60-86 Broad Street

The committee approved two motions to allow public speakers David Moore and Councilor Ellenberg to address the meeting. A roll‑call vote rejected the recommendation to create an ad hoc TIF oversight committee, passing 2‑1. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved motion to allow David Moore to speak (voice vote 3‑0)
• Approved motion to allow Councilor Ellenberg to speak (voice vote 3‑0)
• Rejected recommendation to form an ad hoc TIF oversight committee (roll‑call vote 2‑1)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (voice vote 3‑0)

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will consider several orders regarding gift and grant acceptances and fund transfers. The body will also discuss the Roadways Plan and a Water and Sewer Rate Study.

• Order O-FY25-063: Acceptance of Gift from Bridgewater Police Association
• Order O-FY25-065: Acceptance of grant from Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
• Order O-FY25-066: Transfer of Flag Pole funds to One Time Stablization Fund
• Order O-FY25-067: End of Year Transfers
• General Ordinance D-FY25-020: Adoption of HERO Act (MGL Chapter 59, Section 5)

The committee approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes with an amendment. It voted 3‑0 to recommend Order O‑FY25‑063 (gift from Police Association), Order O‑FY25‑065 (grant from EEA), Order O‑FY25‑066 (flag‑pole fund transfer), and Order O‑FY25‑067 (end‑of‑year transfers). The committee also voted 3‑0 to continue Ordinance D‑FY25‑020 (adoption of HERO Act clause). The meeting was adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes with amendment (3-0)
• Recommended Order O‑FY25‑063 Acceptance of Gift – Bridgewater Police Association (3-0)
• Recommended Order O‑FY25‑065 Acceptance of Grant from Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (3-0)
• Recommended Order O‑FY25‑066 Transfer Order – Flag Pole funds to One‑Time Stabilization Fund (3-0)
• Recommended Order O‑FY25‑067 End of Year Transfers (3-0)
• Continued Ordinance D‑FY25‑020 Adoption of Clause 22J (HERO Act) (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

General

The council will approve minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting and reappoint several board and commission members. A public hearing will be held on the FY2026 Annual Town Budget (Order O-FY25-001). The council will also consider a series of orders and proposed ordinances, including a licensing petition, a police association gift, a zoning map amendment, and adoption of the HERO Act clause.

• Public hearing on FY2026 Annual Town Budget (Order O-FY25-001)
• Petition P-2025-024: Granting a Common Victualler License for 3 Broad Street
• Order O-FY25-063: Acceptance of Gift from Bridgewater Police Association
• Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-018: Zoning map amendment for Business B and Residence C districts on Bedford, Winter, and Flagg Streets
• Ordinance D-FY25-019: Adoption of Clause 22I (HERO Act) of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 59, Section 5

The council adopted the FY2026 annual town budget by a unanimous voice vote. They also granted a Common Victualler license for 3 Broad Street. Several appointments and reappointments were approved, including a Planning Board alternate, a Veterans Council member, Board of Assessors and Board of Health members, DEIB Committee members, and an Energy Commission member. All actions were recorded as voice votes with the indicated tallies.

• Approved FY2026 annual budget (voice vote 9-0)
• Approved Common Victualler license for 3 Broad Street (voice vote 9-0)
• Approved Kris Fabroski as Planning Board alternate (voice vote 8-1)
• Approved Timothy Trocchio to Veterans Council (voice vote 9-0)
• Approved Scott Rubin reappointment to Board of Assessors (voice vote 9-0)
• Approved Guillaume Dougados reappointment to Board of Health (voice vote 9-0)
• Approved Stephanie Simeon reappointment to DEIB Committee (voice vote 7-2)
• Approved Carlton Hunt reappointment to Energy Commission (voice vote 7-1, Hunt recused)

Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Finance Committee will meet to discuss several financial orders and a general ordinance. The body is reviewing the acceptance of a gift and a grant, as well as multiple fund transfers.

• Order O-FY25-063: Acceptance of Gift from Bridgewater Police Association
• Order O-FY25-065: Acceptance of a Grant from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
• Order O-FY25-066: Transfer of Flag Pole funds to One Time Stablization Fund
• Order O-FY25-067: End of Year Transfers
• General Ordinance D-FY25-020: Adoption of HERO Act (MGL Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 22J)

The Bridgewater Finance Committee approved six items, all by unanimous vote. It accepted a gift from the Bridgewater Police Association for the Veteran's Office, a $40,000 state grant for the Open Space and Recreation Plan, and several fund transfers. The committee also adopted Clause 22J of the HERO Act to increase property tax exemptions for service‑connected disabled veterans beginning FY 2026.

• Approved May 19th Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Bridgewater Police Association gift for Veteran's Office (unanimous)
• Accepted $40,000 grant from Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of flag pole funds to One Time Stabilization Fund (unanimous)
• Approved end‑of‑year fund transfers (unanimous)
• Adopted HERO Act clause to increase tax exemptions for disabled veterans (unanimous)

General

The Bridgewater Community Preservation Committee will review financial reports, approve minutes, and discuss updates on ongoing projects like Hanson's Farm and Stiles and Hart Improvements. They will also consider new project proposals including restoration of the Cedar Street Community Center, shipping costs for the Ousamequin Hand Pump, and playground accessibility.

• Eligibility forms: Multifunctional fields at Middle School (approved, application pending), Storage Building at Legion Field, First Parish Unitarian Church Window Replacement
• Project updates: Hanson's Farm, Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement, Parthenon Frieze, Samuel Edson Book, Town House Interior Historical Architect Assessment
• Potential new projects: Jenny Leonard Park, Basketball Courts at Legion and Scotland Fields, Study of Recreational Land Option, Restoration of Fire Department's Ousamequin Hand Pump Truck, Open Space Plan
• New business: Cedar Street Community Center restoration, Shipping cost for Ousamequin Hand Pump, Playground Accessibility (Disability Commission)
• Completed projects pending final reports: Broad Street Properties, Summer Street (Mobil Station), Rebinding of 1894 Death Records Book

The committee approved the April 29 meeting minutes and approved the eligibility form for the First Parish Unitarian Church window replacement, both unanimously. It also postponed the vote on the Cedar Street Community Center eligibility application after taking discussion out of order, again unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved April 29 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved First Parish Unitarian Church window replacement eligibility form (unanimous)
• Took discussion on First Parish eligibility out of order (unanimous)
• Took discussion on Cedar Street Community Center out of order (unanimous)
• Postponed Cedar Street Community Center eligibility vote (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

General

The Planning Board holds a public information meeting and provides comment/recommendation on a development plan review for 70-86 Broad St, continued from May 21, 2025. The proposal includes three mixed-use buildings with 77 residential units and 6,400 sq ft of commercial space. The board will also discuss items for the next meeting and receive liaison and planner reports.

• Development plan review for 70-86 Broad St (Map 21, Lots 95-97 and Parcel B) – three mixed-use buildings, 77 units, 6,400 sq ft commercial space (continued from May 21)

The Bridgewater Planning Board voted to recommend the 70‑86 Broad St mixed‑use development, attaching 20 specific conditions. The motion passed with four Yes votes, one Abstain, and no No votes. The board then unanimously approved the motion to adjourn.

• Recommended 70-86 Broad St mixed-use project with 20 conditions (vote: Yes‑Yes‑Yes‑Yes, Abstain)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous Yes votes)

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet remotely to review old business and new updates. Discussions include a modification request for Marathon Park and programs from the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation.

• Marathon Park Modification Request
• Open Caption Movie at Bridgewater Senior Center
• MA Department of Conservation and Recreation Universal Access Program
• MA Equestrian Center speaker scheduled for June 24th
• Invitation to New Senior Center Director

Town Council - Rules & Procedures Committee

The Rules and Procedures Committee will review five proposed ordinances referred to it, including amendments to town code sections, a charter change on appointment powers, an elections code amendment, and adoption of HERO Act property tax exemptions. The committee is not expected to take final votes at this meeting; any recommendations will go to the full Town Council.

• Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-010: Amendment to Chapter 157, Article II, Section 1 (unspecified code revision)
• Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-016: Charter amendment on elected officials' powers of appointment (Article III, Section 4-3)
• Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-017: Amendment to Part II – Administrative Code, Chapter 60, Article I, Section 1 (Elections)
• Ordinance D-FY25-019: Adoption of Clause 22I of MGL Chapter 59, Section 5 (HERO Act property tax exemption)
• General Ordinance D-FY25-020: Adoption of Clause 22J of MGL Chapter 59, Section 5 (HERO Act property tax exemption)

The Rules & Procedures Committee voted on several motions, all passing unanimously (3-0). Amendments were approved for Ordinance D-FY25-010 and for Charter changes in Ordinance D-FY25-016. The committee adopted two HERO Act clauses (D-FY25-019 and D-FY25-020) and referred the election‑hours issue to the Town Council for further discussion. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Change “accordance” to “the spirit of” in Ordinance D-FY25-010 – passed 3-0
• Recommend Ordinance D-FY25-010 with amendments – passed 3-0
• Amend Charter Article III to IV, rename “Elected Officials” to “Town Manager”, and rename “Multiple Member Appointive Organizations” to “Boards, Committees and Agencies” in Ordinance D-FY25-016 – passed 3-0
• Change “majority” to “2/3” in Ordinance D-FY25-016 – passed 3-0
• Adopt Clause 22I of MGL Chapter 59 (“HERO Act”) – passed 3-0
• Adopt Clause 22J of MGL Chapter 59 (“HERO Act”) – passed 3-0
• Refer election‑hours discussion to Town Council – passed 3-0
• Adjourn the meeting – passed 3-0

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for both old and new Notices of Intent. The body will also discuss a violation at 16 Wood Street and a matter at 1731 Plymouth Street. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy regarding David and Mary Webber.

• Public hearing: 70, 76-78, & 86 Broad Street (Churchill James, LLC)
• Public hearing: 350 Spruce Street (Raymond Lofstro)
• Public hearing: 15 Greenbrier Lane (Nathan & Danielle Coolidge)
• Public hearing: 44 Water Street (David Wagman, Bridgewater Recycling, Inc.)
• Discussion of violation at 16 Wood Street

The Conservation Commission entered executive session and then approved two Notice of Intent applications. The 70, 76‑78, & 86 Broad Street project was approved with a special condition that test pits be witnessed by the Town Engineer. The 350 Spruce Street mixed‑use development was approved with standard conditions. Certificates of compliance were issued for 55 Sherwood Lane and 1090 Vernon Street.

• Entered executive session (5-0)
• Approved Broad Street project with condition test pits witnessed (5-0)
• Approved 350 Spruce Street project with standard conditions (5-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 55 Sherwood Lane (5-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 1090 Vernon Street (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public information meeting and provide comment on a Development Plan Review for a 77-unit mixed-use project with 6,400 sq ft of commercial space at 70-86 Broad St. The board will also continue a site plan review hearing for converting a manufacturing building at 43 Rear Central Square into six units and consider a request to continue a review for a 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St. A preliminary plan review for a 40-unit senior housing village at Pleasant St & Mae Jim Lane is also scheduled.

• ANR Plan – 114 Plain St (Map 15, Lot 3)
• 70-86 Broad St – Development Plan Review for three mixed-use buildings with 77 units and 6,400 sq ft commercial space
• 43 Rear Central Square – Continued Site Plan Review to convert manufacturing building into 6 mixed-use units
• 1010 Elm St – Site Plan Review for a 27,000 sq ft commercial building (requesting continuance to June 18)
• Pleasant Street Village – Preliminary Plan Review for a 40-unit senior housing development at Pleasant St & Mae Jim Lane

The Board voted unanimously to endorse the ANR plan to split 114 Plain St and create Parcel 3B. It also voted to continue the review of the 70‑86 Broad St mixed‑use project, the Rear Central Square conversion, the 1010 Elm St commercial building, and the Pleasant Street senior‑housing proposal to future meetings. No other substantive approvals were made.

• Endorsed ANR split‑lot plan for 114 Plain St (5‑0 vote)
• Continued 70‑86 Broad St mixed‑use review to a special meeting on May 28 (4 Yes, 1 Abstain)
• Continued Rear Central Square conversion to the June 4 meeting (3 Yes)
• Continued 1010 Elm St commercial building review to the June 18 meeting (5 Yes)
• Continued Pleasant Street senior‑housing village review to the June 4 meeting (no vote recorded)

General

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee will hold a fully remote meeting with no substantive votes or public hearings. The agenda includes organizational items such as meeting procedures, schedule, and committee organization.

• Discussion of meeting procedures
• Setting meeting schedule
• Committee organization

General

The Planning Board is conducting a site visit to view the area of a proposed development. No testimony will be taken and no deliberations will occur during this visit.

• Site Plan Review for a 27,000 sq. ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St (Map 30, Lot 20)

The Bridgewater Planning Board conducted a site visit on May 20, 2025 at 1:00 pm to view the proposed 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St. Board members asked questions about building stake locations, wetlands, outdoor storage, and fencing. Town Planner Shane O’Brien said he would email Kaitlyn Putt about a possible cease‑and‑desist for a vehicle operating within the 100‑ft buffer. No testimony was taken and no decisions were made during the visit.

Historical Commission

The Bridgewater Historical Commission will review old business items, including the proposed closing of the Perkins Foundry and a review of last month's meeting. New business includes discussion of a Titicut research project, a report from the CPC, and a proposal for a Titicut sign. The meeting is fully remote via Zoom.

• Closing of Perkins Foundry (old business)
• Review of last month's meeting (old business)
• Titicut research discussion (new business)
• Report from the CPC (new business)
• Titicut sign proposal (new business)

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will consider several fiscal orders including capital plan transfers for FY2026, contractual buyouts, a loan authorization for the Plymouth Street Wells Project, and CPA reserve accounts. They will also discuss future meeting structure. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Order O-FY25-060: Capital Plan Transfers for FY2026
• Order O-FY25-061: Contractual Buyouts
• Order O-FY25-062: Loan Authorization: Plymouth Street Wells Project
• Budget Order O-FY26-006: CPA Reserve Accounts - FY2026
• Discussion on Future Meeting Structure

The Budget & Finance Committee unanimously recommended four orders: a capital‑plan transfer for FY2026 vehicles, contractual buyouts for two firefighters and one library employee, a loan authorization for the $7.5 million Plymouth Street Wells project, and a CPA reserve account for FY2026. All motions passed by a 3‑0 voice vote. Additional motions to allow public comment and to adjourn the meeting also passed unanimously.

• Recommended Order O-FY25-060 Capital Plan Transfers for FY2026 vehicles (passed 3‑0)
• Recommended Order O-FY25-061 Contractual Buyouts for two firefighters and one library employee (passed 3‑0)
• Recommended Order O-FY25-062 Loan Authorization for Plymouth Street Wells Project ($7.5M estimate) (passed 3‑0)
• Recommended Budget Order O-FY26-006 CPA Reserve Accounts for FY2026 (passed 3‑0)
• Motion to suspend Town Council rules to allow public comment (passed 3‑0)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (passed 3‑0)

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council meeting on May 20, 2025 will review several finance and policy items. Key actions include a resolution on FY26 school district budget funding, budget orders for reserve accounts, capital plan transfers, contractual buyouts, and a loan authorization for the Plymouth Street Wells Project. The council will also consider a proposed zoning map amendment for Business B and Residence C districts on Bedford Street, Winter Street, and Flagg Street, and will adopt an ordinance adopting Clause 22J of the HERO Act. Additional items include acceptance of a gift from the Bridgewater Police Association and creation of an ad‑hoc TIF oversight committee for 60‑86 Broad Street.

• Resolution R-FY25-012: Resolution on FY26 School District Budget Funding
• Order O-FY25-062: Loan Authorization for Plymouth Street Wells Project
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-018: Zoning map amendment for Bedford, Winter, and Flagg Streets
• Order O-FY25-063: Acceptance of Gift – Bridgewater Police Association
• Order O-FY25-064: Creation of Ad Hoc TIF Oversight Committee for 60-86 Broad Street

The Town Council approved Petition P-2025-021 for a joint National Grid and Verizon pole on Pleasant Street, Petition P-2025-022 for a joint pole on South Street, and Petition P-2025-023 to modify an existing flammable liquids license at 630 Elm Street. Each motion passed by a voice vote of 8‑0. The council also approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes with amendments, also by an 8‑0 voice vote.

• Approved Petition P-2025-021 (joint pole on Pleasant Street) – vote 8-0
• Approved Petition P-2025-022 (joint pole on South Street) – vote 8-0
• Approved Petition P-2025-023 (license modification for 630 Elm St) – vote 8-0
• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes with amendments – vote 8-0

General

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission will consider approving the April meeting minutes, hear the treasurer’s and director’s reports, hold a discussion, and schedule future meetings. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approval of previous month’s minutes (April)
• Treasurer’s Report
• Director’s Report
• Discussion (unspecified topics)
• Public Comment

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission approved the April 2025 minutes by unanimous voice vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting, also unanimously. The next meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2025 at 2 p.m. in person.

• Approved April minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss several budget orders and loan authorizations. The body is reviewing capital plan transfers and contractual buyouts for the upcoming fiscal years.

• Order O-FY25-060: Capital Plan Transfers for FY2026
• Order O-FY25-061: Contractual Buyouts
• Order O-FY25-062: Loan Authorization for Plymouth Street Wells Project
• Budget Order O-FY26-006: CPA Reserve Accounts - FY2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bridgewater Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special permit request for property at 0 Hillside. The board will also consider approving minutes from its February 12 and March 12, 2025 meetings. The meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom.

• Public hearing for special permit request at 0 Hillside
• Approval of minutes from 2/12/2025 and 3/12/2025

The board closed the public hearing on the 0 Hillside special‑permit request. It approved issuing the requested special permit. The minutes from February and March were approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Closed public hearing on 0 Hillside special permit (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of 0 Hillside special permit (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for 2/12 & 3/12 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will meet remotely to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss several old business items including a shade tree ordinance, tree plantings, Arbor Day, and a new member welcome. No votes or specific financial decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Shade Tree Ordinance
• Arbor Day planning
• New member welcome - Steve Dempsey
• Tree mitigation and plantings
• Tree City Signs and flyers for public

Citizen Advisory Committee

The Citizen Advisory Committee will discuss potential appointments for three positions: Timothy Trocchio to the Veterans Council, Kris Fabroski as Planning Board Alternate Member, and Debrann Campbell-Johnson to the Conservation Commission. The meeting includes a call to order and adjournment.

• Appointment of Timothy Trocchio to the Veterans Council
• Appointment of Kris Fabroski as Planning Board Alternate Member
• Appointment of Debrann Campbell-Johnson to the Conservation Commission

Parks and Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Committee will review updates on several park projects, including pickleball, Jenny Leonard Park, Legion Field, and the CPC project eligibility for the Lazaro building. It will consider applications for a middle school multi‑functional fields and a multi‑sport court, as well as maintenance concerns at Marathon Park and a potential park site at the former Mobil station. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of April minutes, and discussion of future commission meetings and the new town manager’s attendance.

• Pickleball program update
• Jenny Leonard Park improvement update
• CPC Project Application – Middle School Multi‑Functional Fields
• CPC Project Application – Middle School Multi‑Sport Court
• Park site evaluation at former Mobil station

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will first enter executive session to discuss strategy in the pending lawsuit David and Mary Webber v. Bridgewater Conservation Commission regarding Forest St. Following that, the Commission will hold public hearings on multiple Notices of Intent for property development, including at 1010 Elm St, 0 Hillside Lane, 70-86 Broad St, and 350 Spruce St. New business items include an Amended Order of Conditions for 225 Whitman St and a Request for Determination of Applicability for 557 Old Forest St. The Commission will also discuss administrative items such as the Lakeshore Vegetated Management Plan and Hiawatha Trail replication.

• Executive session to discuss pending litigation (Webber v. Conservation Commission, Forest St)
• Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm Street (DEP File #SE116-1562)
• Notice of Intent – 0 Hillside Lane (Map 64 Lots 42 & 84, DEP File #SE116-1564)
• Notice of Intent – 70, 76-78, & 86 Broad Street (Map 21 Lots 95-97, DEP File #SE116-1565)
• Request for Determination of Applicability – 557 Old Forest Street

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission unanimously approved initiating enforcement action for unpermitted work at the 1010 Elm Street site. The commission also voted to continue the matter at the June 12, 2025 meeting. Earlier, the commission entered executive session and then returned to regular session, each by unanimous vote.

• Enter executive session (5-0)
• Return to regular session (5-0)
• Initiate enforcement action for unpermitted work at 1010 Elm Street (5-0)
• Continue discussion of 1010 Elm Street to June 12 meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Bridgewater Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan review for a new 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St with parking and site improvements. The board will also continue hearings on converting a manufacturing building into mixed-use at 43 Rear Central Square and a subdivision at 1968 South St. Other items include an ANR plan at 884 South St/Jennifer Circle and administrative matters.

• Site Plan Review for new 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St (new hearing)
• Continued hearing on converting 43 Rear Central Square manufacturing building to mixed-use with six units
• Continued hearing on Definitive Subdivision for two lots at 1968 South St & 0 Mansion Way
• ANR Plan at 884 South St/Jennifer Circle (Map 75, Lots 1, 41, & 81)
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from December 18, 2024 and January 15, 2025

The Board endorsed the ANR plan for 884 South St/Jennifer Circle and postponed its public hearing to May 21. It also postponed the 1010 Elm St site plan hearing to May 21. The Board approved a waiver for a 40‑foot roadway layout and approved the subdivision of 1968 South St & Mansion Way with detailed conditions.

• Endorsed ANR plan for 884 South St/Jennifer Circle (5-0)
• Continued ANR public hearing to May 21, 2025 (4-0)
• Continued 1010 Elm St site plan hearing to May 21, 2025 (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for subdivision at 1968 South St & Mansion Way (4-0)
• Approved waiver for 40' roadway layout (4-0)
• Approved subdivision for 1968 South St & Mansion Way with conditions (4-0)

General

The Budget & Finance Committee is considering three orders: ratification of a collective bargaining contract with the Bridgewater Administrators Association (BAA), a related appropriation transfer, and acceptance of a conservation restriction on Hanson Farm. These items require committee approval before moving to the full town council.

• Order O-FY25-057: BAA Collective Bargaining Contract Ratification
• Order O-FY25-058: BAA Collective Contract Appropriation Transfer
• Order O-FY25-059: Acceptance of Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction

General

The Planning Council is holding a public meeting to discuss the Draft Regional Water Plan. The discussion focuses on drinking water quality, environmental protection, and water infrastructure for participating communities, including Bridgewater.

• Discussion of Draft Regional Water Plan
• Review of drinking water quality and infrastructure

General

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will hold a virtual meeting to discuss next year's grant guidelines and funding priorities. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of minutes from March 25th.

• Discussion of next year's grant guidelines and priorities

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2026 Annual Town Budget (O-FY26-001) and may take final votes on multiple budget orders, including enterprise funds for water, sewer, and transfer station, revolving funds, collective bargaining contracts, and a conservation restriction. The council will also discuss an override education matter and consider a resolution on FY26 school district budget funding. Various other financial items such as capital plan transfers, contractual buyouts, and a loan authorization for the Plymouth Street Wells Project are on the agenda.

• Budget Order O-FY26-001: FY2026 Annual Town Budget public hearing and possible final vote
• Budget Orders O-FY26-002/003/004: FY26 Water, Sewer, and Transfer Station Enterprise Funds
• Order O-FY25-057/058: BAA Collective Bargaining Contract Ratification and Appropriation Transfer
• Order O-FY25-062: Loan Authorization for Plymouth Street Wells Project
• Resolution R-FY25-012: Resolution on FY26 School District Budget Funding

The Town Council elected Councilor Loreti as President and Councilor McGrath as Vice President. A charter objection on Budget Order O-FY26-001 was honored, halting its adoption. The Council approved FY2026 budget orders for the Water, Sewer, Transfer Station, and Revolving Funds, as well as several FY2025 contracts and a conservation restriction. Additional items were referred to the Budget and Finance Committee for further review.

• Councilor Loreti elected President (6-3)
• Councilor McGrath elected Vice President (7-2)
• Charter objection on Budget Order O-FY26-001 honored, delaying adoption
• Approved Budget Order O-FY26-002 (Water Enterprise Fund) (9-0)
• Approved Budget Order O-FY26-003 (Sewer Enterprise Fund) (9-0)
• Approved Budget Order O-FY26-004 (Transfer Station Enterprise Fund) (9-0)
• Approved Budget Order O-FY26-005 (Revolving Funds) (9-0)
• Approved Order O-FY25-059 (Acceptance of Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction) (9-0)

Historic District Commission

The Bridgewater Historic District Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness applications: one for 66 Central Square (three flags near the fountain) and another for 3 Broad Street (tropical smoothie café). The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as establishing quorum and reviewing prior minutes.

• Application for Certificate of Appropriateness – 66 Central Square (3 flags near fountain)
• Application for Certificate of Appropriateness – 3 Broad St (tropical smoothie café)

Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Finance Committee will review and approve several FY2026 budget orders, including the town's annual budget and the Water, Sewer, and Transfer Station enterprise fund budgets. It will also consider ratifying a BAA collective bargaining contract and a related appropriation transfer. Additionally, the committee will discuss accepting a conservation restriction for Hanson Farm.

• Budget Order O-FY26-001: FY2026 Annual Town Budget
• Budget Order O-FY26-002: FY26 Water Enterprise Fund
• Budget Order O-FY26-003: FY26 Sewer Enterprise Fund
• Order O-FY25-057: BAA Collective Bargaining Contract Ratification
• Acceptance of Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction

The committee approved the March 31, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑yea, 1‑abstain vote. It unanimously approved the FY2026 Annual Town Budget and four FY26 enterprise fund orders. The committee also unanimously ratified the BAA collective bargaining contract, approved its appropriation transfer, and accepted the Hanson Farm conservation restriction.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (6 yea, 1 abstain)
• Approved FY2026 Annual Town Budget O-FY26-001 (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Water Enterprise Fund O-FY26-002 (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Sewer Enterprise Fund O-FY26-003 (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Transfer Station Enterprise Fund O-FY26-004 (unanimous)
• Approved Authorization of Revolving Funds O-FY26-005 (unanimous)
• Approved BAA Collective Bargaining Contract Ratification O-FY25-057 (unanimous)
• Approved BAA Collective Contract Appropriation Transfer O-FY25-058 (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle administrative duties and review tax abatement applications. The meeting also includes the review of month-end reports.

• Abatement Applications
• Month End Reports
• Signatory Duties

General

This is a public meeting to discuss the Draft Regional Water Plan covering drinking water quality, environmental protection, and water infrastructure. The meeting is hosted virtually on May 1, with additional in-person sessions on April 28 and May 6. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and input-gathering session.

• Review of draft Regional Water Plan for 17 communities including Bridgewater
• Topics: drinking water quality, environmental protection, water infrastructure
• Virtual meeting on May 1, 6:30-7:30 PM; in-person sessions April 28 and May 6
• Accommodations available for disabilities and limited English proficiency

Historical Commission

The Bridgewater Historical Commission will hold a fully remote meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old business including ongoing historical preservation projects and a report from the Community Preservation Committee representative. New business includes a preservation project for the Cotton Display.

• Preservation Projects - Cotton Display (new business)
• Historical Preservation with regards to ongoing projects (old business)
• Report from CPC Rep (old business)

Citizen Advisory Committee

The Citizen Advisory Committee will hold a new business item featuring Timothy Trocchio speaking about the Veterans Council. The meeting also includes the standard call to order and adjournment.

• Timothy Trocchio – presentation on the Veterans Council

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss the FY26 budget and receive project updates on Hanson Farm and the Summer Street property (former Mobil Station). New business includes reviewing eligibility applications from the Universal Unitarian Church for window replacement and the Fire for Effect Foundation for work at Town River Landing.

• FY26 Budget discussion
• Hanson Farm project update
• Summer Street property (Mobil Station) update
• Universal Unitarian Church eligibility for window replacement
• Fire for Effect Foundation eligibility for work at Town River Landing

The committee unanimously approved the FY26 budget of $1,035,000, directing a 10% deposit to each CPC account. The Town Council approved funding for the Hanson’s Farm project. The committee postponed the Unitarian Church window‑replacement eligibility vote and denied eligibility for the Fire For Effect Foundation projects.

• Approved FY26 Budget $1,035,000 with 10% deposit to each CPC account (unanimous)
• Town Council approved funding for Hanson’s Farm project (vote recorded)
• Postponed vote on Unitarian Church window‑replacement eligibility (unanimous)
• Denied eligibility for Fire For Effect Foundation projects at Town River Landing (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Bridgewater Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine signatory duties, exemption applications, and abatement applications. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy items.

• Signatory Duties
• Exemption Applications
• Abatement Applications
• Other discussions as deemed appropriate by the board

General

This public meeting presents and discusses the Draft Regional Water Plan, covering drinking water quality, environmental protection, and water infrastructure for 17 communities including Bridgewater. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for public input and information. Additional sessions are held virtually on May 1 and in Brockton on May 6.

• Draft Regional Water Plan covering Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, and 13 other communities
• Topics: drinking water quality, environmental protection, water infrastructure
• In-person meeting: Plymouth Town Hall, Great Hall, April 28, 6:30-8:00 PM
• Virtual meeting via Zoom: May 1, 6:30-7:30 PM
• Accessibility and language assistance available by request (5 business days in advance)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three Notices of Intent: 1010 Elm Street (old business), 0 Hillside Lane, and 70, 76-78, & 86 Broad Street (new business). They will also discuss administrative items including a Certificate of Compliance for Hiawatha Trail, a conservation restriction for Hanson Farm, a vegetated management plan for Lakeshore, and other topics. The commission is deciding whether to approve or modify these proposals under the Wetlands Protection Act.

• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20), applicant C Naughton Group
• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for 0 Hillside Lane (Map 64 Lots 42 & 84), applicant Perk Realty Trust
• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for 70, 76-78, & 86 Broad Street (Map 21 Lots 95, 96, & 97), applicant Churchill James, LLC
• Certificate of Compliance for Hiawatha Trail (Map 54 Lot 10-C10), applicant BWH2 Trust
• Discussion: Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction, Lakeshore Vegetated Management Plan, 1731 Plymouth Street, Hiawatha Trail Replication

The Conservation Commission approved the Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction and issued a Certificate of Compliance for the Hiawatha Trail. It also voted to continue several Notice of Intent applications to the May 8, 2025 meeting. Administrative items for Hanson Farm and Hiawatha Trail were moved out of order, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction (3-0)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for Hiawatha Trail (3-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm Street to May 8 meeting (3-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent – 0 Hillside Lane to May 8 meeting (3-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent – 70, 76-78, & 86 Broad Street to May 8 meeting (3-0)
• Moved Hanson Farm administrative item out of order (3-0)
• Moved Hiawatha Trail administrative item out of order (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will discuss Order O-FY25-055 regarding a Proposition 2 1/2 ballot question. This item was previously voted 3-0 to recommend at the April 14 meeting, so today's discussion is informational only. The meeting also includes public comment periods and adjournment.

• Discussion of Order O-FY25-055: Proposition 2 1/2 Ballot Question

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on a proposed zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units, the laying out of Firefly Lane as a private way, and a joint utility pole location on Stetson Street. It will also vote on a Tax Increment Financing agreement for a development at 70-86 Broad Street, accept grants for conservation and dam restoration, and set a special election date. Proclamations include recognition of a police lieutenant and Arbor Day.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units (D-FY25-014)
• Public hearing to lay out and accept Firefly Lane as a private way (O-FY25-036)
• Order approving TIF agreement for development at 70-86 Broad Street (O-FY25-049)
• Order accepting MVP grant for Hanson Farm conservation restriction purchase (O-FY25-052)
• Order setting Proposition 2½ ballot question and special election on June 21, 2025 (O-FY25-055, O-FY25-056)

The Town Council adopted a zoning amendment that changes the allowable accessory dwelling unit size from 800 to 900 square feet. Several committee and board appointments were confirmed, including the DEIB Committee and the Planning Board. The council also ratified a contract, approved a private way on Firefly Lane, and authorized a joint pole location for National Grid and Verizon.

• Approved Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-014 amendment increasing ADU size to 900 sq ft (8-0)
• Approved appointment Joshua Earley to DEIB Committee (7-1)
• Approved appointment Kathleen Reid to SAVE Committee (8-0)
• Approved laying out and accepting private way Firefly Lane (8-0)
• Approved Petition P-2025-020 for joint National Grid/Verizon pole location (8-0)
• Approved Order O-FY25-048 contract ratification (7-1)
• Approved Order O-FY25-050 donation acceptance from Firefighter's Association (8-0)
• Approved appointment Thomas Pratti to Planning Board (8-0)

General

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to handle signatory duties and review applications for tax exemptions and abatements.

• Exemption applications
• Abatement applications
• Signatory duties

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing on a zoning map amendment that would rezone Winter Street, Flagg Street and Flaggstone Place from Business (B) to Residential C. It will also hear a site‑plan review to convert a manufacturing building at 43 Rear Central Square into a mixed‑use development with six units, and a definitive subdivision request for two new house lots on 1968 South Street and 0 Mansion Way. Additional items include a minor modification to add a 30,000‑gallon propane tank at 630 Elm Street and a continuation of the Tree Committee mitigation discussion.

• Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-018: rezone Winter St, Flagg St & Flaggstone Pl from Business (B) to Residential C
• Site Plan Review for 43 Rear Central Square (Map 34, Lot 66) to convert a manufacturing building to a mixed‑use building with six units
• Definitive Subdivision for 1968 South St & 0 Mansion Way (Map 125, Lots 17, 103 & 104) creating two new house lots with roadway waiver requests
• Minor Modification at 630 Elm St to add a 30,000‑gallon propane tank adjacent to existing tanks
• Tree Committee mitigation discussion (continuation from previous meeting)

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Town Council's Community and Economic Development Committee, in a joint meeting with the Planning Board, will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning map amendment (D-FY25-018) that would change Business B and Residence C district boundaries in the Bedford Street, Winter Street, and Flagg Street area. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-018: Zoning Map Amendment for Business B and Residence C Districts along Bedford, Winter, and Flagg Streets

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will review a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for a development at 70-86 Broad Street and hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to allow accessory dwelling units. The TIF order (O-FY25-049) is a referred item, while the ADU zoning change (D-FY25-014) is the subject of a public hearing. No final decisions are listed; the committee may discuss and make recommendations.

• Order O-FY25-049: Tax Increment Financing agreement for development at 70-86 Broad Street
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-014: Amendment to allow accessory dwelling units
• Public hearing on ADU zoning amendment

General

The Elder Affairs Commission will meet to approve March minutes and review reports from the treasurer and director. The agenda contains no specific votes or new proposals.

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission approved the March meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. The commission then adjourned the meeting by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved March minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Parks and Recreation

The committee will review updates on pickleball facilities, Jenny Leonard Park, Legion Field, and the annual report. Old business includes the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) 5-year plan, while new business covers CPC project eligibility.

• Pickleball update
• CPC 5-year plan discussion
• Jenny Leonard Park update
• Legion Field update
• CPC project eligibility

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss multiple fiscal items, including a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for a development at 70-86 Broad Street, several grant acceptances, and the FY2026 annual town budget and enterprise fund budgets. The meeting also includes orders for donations, transfers, and a Proposition 2½ ballot question.

• Order O-FY25-049: Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Agreement for development at 70-86 Broad Street
• Order O-FY25-052: Acceptance of MVP Grant for Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction Purchase
• Budget Order O-FY26-001: FY2026 Annual Town Budget
• Budget Order O-FY26-002 through O-FY26-004: FY26 Water, Sewer, and Transfer Station Enterprise Funds
• Order O-FY25-055: Proposition 2½ Ballot Question

The committee withdrew the proposed Tax Increment Financing agreement for 70‑86 Broad Street. It approved several orders, including a donation from the Bridgewater Firefighter’s Association, a flag‑pole purchase, grants for the Hanson Farm conservation restriction and the High Street Dam restoration, and the FY2026 annual town budget along with related enterprise fund authorizations. All actions passed by voice vote of 3‑0.

• Withdrawn Order O-FY25-049 (Tax Increment Financing for 70‑86 Broad Street) – motion passed 3‑0
• Approved Order O-FY25-050: Acceptance of donation from Bridgewater Firefighter’s Association – motion passed 3‑0
• Approved Order O-FY25-051: Transfer order for new flag pole – motion passed 3‑0
• Approved Order O-FY25-052: Acceptance of MVP grant for Hanson Farm conservation restriction purchase – motion passed 3‑0
• Approved Order O-FY25-053: Acceptance of grant for High Street Dam town river restoration – motion passed 3‑0
• Approved Order O-FY26-001: FY2026 Annual Town Budget – motion passed 3‑0
• Approved Order O-FY26-002: FY26 Water Enterprise Fund – motion passed 3‑0
• Approved Order O-FY26-005: Authorization of Revolving Funds – motion passed 3‑0

Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Finance Committee will consider multiple orders, including a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for 70-86 Broad Street, acceptance of donations and grants, and the FY2026 annual town budget. The committee is also set to approve meeting minutes and hear public comment.

• Order O-FY25-049: Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Agreement for development at 70-86 Broad Street
• Order O-FY25-050: Acceptance of donation from Bridgewater Firefighter's Association
• Order O-FY25-052: Acceptance of MVP Grant for Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction Purchase
• Order O-FY25-053: Acceptance of Grant for High Street Dam - Town River Restoration
• Order O-FY26-001: FY2026 Annual Town Budget

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Notices of Intent: one for 1010 Elm Street and one for 70 Riverview Drive. The commission will also discuss a conservation restriction at Hanson Farm, a property at 1731 Plymouth Street, a vegetated management plan for Lakeshore, and a replication project at Hiawatha Trail.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20, DEP File SE116-1562)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for 70 Riverview Drive (Map 5 Lot 27, DEP File SE116-)
• Discussion of Hanson Farm Conservation Restriction
• Discussion of 1731 Plymouth Street
• Discussion of Lakeshore Vegetated Management Plan (VMP) and Hiawatha Trail Replication

The Conservation Commission voted 5‑0 to approve the 70 Riverview Drive septic repair, retaining wall removal, and driveway expansion project. It also approved the notice of intent peer review proposal and opened a 53(g) account for $4,800 with a 4‑1 vote. The 1010 Elm Street NOI was continued to the April 24 meeting. The Hanson Farm conservation restriction was postponed for further discussion.

• Approved 70 Riverview Drive project (5-0)
• Closed 70 Riverview Drive file (5-0)
• Approved NOI peer review proposal and opened $4,800 53(g) account (4-1)
• Continued 1010 Elm Street NOI to April 24 meeting (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to handle administrative duties. The board is scheduled to discuss applications for tax exemptions and abatements.

• Exemption Applications
• Abatement Applications
• Signatory Duties

Town Council - Rules & Procedures Committee

The Rules and Procedures Committee will discuss Ordinance D-FY25-015, which proposes a process for filling a vacant Town Councilor seat. The meeting includes a public comment period. No final decision is scheduled; the item was referred to the committee.

• Ordinance D-FY25-015: Establishing process for filling a vacant Town Councilor role
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public remote participation

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will discuss old business including Tree City status, Arbor Day planning, and the arborist and tree warden positions. New business includes reconciling a recommended tree list and approving a $100 stipend for a forum presenter. The meeting is fully remote via Zoom.

• Discussion of Arborist Position and Tree Warden Position
• Arbor Day Planning
• Shade Tree Ordinance discussion
• Reconcile Recommended Tree List
• $100 stipend for forum presenter Ron Aakjar

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council is holding a routine remote meeting to approve minutes from March 25, hear public comment, and consider new business including a review of denied applications and final approvals for grants or projects. No specific dollar amounts or projects are listed in the agenda.

• Consideration of denials for reconsideration
• Final approvals of applications

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will consider the FY2026 Annual Town Budget, a zoning amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units, and a Tax Increment Financing agreement for 70-86 Broad Street. Other actions include appointments, proclamations, and adoption of the HERO Act property tax exemption for disabled veterans.

• FY2026 Annual Town Budget (O-FY26-001)
• Zoning Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units (D-FY25-014)
• Tax Increment Financing Agreement for development at 70-86 Broad Street (O-FY25-049)
• Transfer Order for purchase and restoration of Samuel Edson's Coroners Book (O-FY25-042)
• Adoption of HERO Act property tax exemption for veterans (D-FY25-019)

The Town Council approved the March 18 meeting minutes and a transfer order to purchase and restore Samuel Edson's Coroner's Book, each by an 8‑0 voice vote. Councilors also re‑appointed Christina Porter to the Board of Registrars and appointed Ashley Hansen‑Brown to the DEIB Committee, both unanimously. A motion to suspend rules for a public speaker and a motion to extend the meeting past 10:00 pm were each approved 8‑0.

• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0)
• Approved Order O‑FY25‑042 to purchase and restore Samuel Edson's Coroner's Book (8‑0)
• Re‑appointed Christina Porter to the Board of Registrars (8‑0)
• Appointed Ashley Hansen‑Brown to the DEIB Committee (8‑0)
• Suspended council rules to allow Rachel King to speak (8‑0)
• Extended meeting past 10:00 pm (8‑0)

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom due to state regulations.

• Public hearing on Proposed Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-014: Zoning Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Remote meeting via Zoom
• Meeting ID: 898 9066 1704

Planning Board

The April 2, 2025 Planning Board meeting has been cancelled. All agenda items, including a site plan review for 43 Rear Central Square and a definitive subdivision for 1968 South St & 0 Mansion Way, will be taken up at the April 16 meeting.

• Site Plan Review – 43 Rear Central Square: convert existing manufacturing building into mixed-use with six units (continued from Feb 19)
• Definitive Subdivision – 1968 South St a & 0 Mansion Way: two new house lots along new roadway with waiver requests
• Tree Committee Mitigation Discussion (continued from Feb 19 discussion)
• Approval of Planning Board minutes for Nov 20, Dec 4, Dec 18, 2024

Town Council

This is a procedural notice that a quorum of the Bridgewater Town Council may attend a special meeting of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee. No specific agenda items for the Town Council are listed.

• No specific decisions or discussions are listed for the Town Council on this agenda.

Town Council

This is a special meeting of the Bridgewater Town Council to attend the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee meeting. No separate Town Council business is listed on the agenda.

• No substantive items on agenda — meeting is for attendance at School Committee meeting.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent for development at 1010 Elm Street, and a Request for Determination for MBTA right-of-way work. The Commission will also receive an update on 1453 Plymouth Street and discuss proposed changes to the Bridgewater Wetlands Protection By-Laws. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom with no public attendance permitted.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20), applicant Ciaran Naughton, C Naughton Group
• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability – MBTA Right-of-Way Work, applicant Keolis Commuter Services
• Update on 1453 Plymouth Street (BRS)
• Discussion of Bridgewater Wetlands Protection By-Laws
• Approval of minutes from February 13 and February 27, 2025

The Conservation Commission approved a positive 2a determination for the MBTA Right‑of‑Way vegetation‑management plan (5‑0). It also lifted the enforcement order on the ponds at 1453 Plymouth Street (5‑0). A peer review was initiated for the 1010 Elm Street notice of intent (4‑0‑1). Prior meeting minutes were accepted and the meeting was adjourned (5‑0).

• Issued positive 2a determination for MBTA Right‑of‑Way (5‑0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 1453 Plymouth Street ponds (5‑0)
• Initiated peer review of 1010 Elm Street NOI (4‑0‑1)
• Accepted minutes from 2.13.25 and 2.27.25 (5‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5‑0)

Board of Assessors

The Bridgewater Board of Assessors will consider several routine items: signatory duties, warrants and commitments, exemption applications, abatements (including the ATB case), and month‑end reports. The board may also discuss any other matters it deems appropriate.

• Review of signatory duties
• Consideration of warrants and commitments
• Evaluation of exemption applications
• Discussion of abatements, specifically the ATB case
• Presentation of month‑end reports

Town Council

This agenda is a procedural notice for a special meeting of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee, which a quorum of the Town Council may attend. No specific discussion or decision items are listed in the agenda.

• Agenda contains only a notice of possible Town Council quorum attendance at the School Committee special meeting; no substantive items are provided.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a meeting on March 27, 2025, to review an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness regarding a project at 20 Central Square. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 PM in the Academy Meeting Room 201-A.

• Review application for Certificate of Appropriateness at 20 Central Square
• Meeting held at Academy Meeting Room 201-A
• Meeting date: March 27, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will vote on the Hanson's Farm application and the final report for the Old State Farm Trail. They will also review financial reports, approve February minutes, and discuss updates on projects such as Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement, and the Town House Interior Historical Architect Assessment. New business includes the FY26 budget.

• Vote on Hanson's Farm application
• Vote on final report for Old State Farm Trail
• Discussion of potential new projects: Jenny Leonard Park, basketball courts at Legion and Scotland Fields, restoration of Ousamequin hand pump truck
• Review of FY26 budget
• Updates on Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement, Parthenon Frieze, and Samuel Edson Book

Disability Commission

The Bridgewater Disability Commission will meet remotely to discuss several accessibility initiatives. Old business includes an outreach event for seniors, modifications at Marathon Park, open caption movies, and an audible crosswalk request for the BSU Train Crossing and downtown. New business covers the Massachusetts Equestrian Center. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Audible Crosswalk Request at BSU Train Crossing and Downtown Bridgewater
• Outreach Event for Seniors at Bridgewater Housing
• Marathon Park Modification
• Open Caption Movies at East Bridgewater Cinema
• Massachusetts Equestrian Center discussion

Citizen Advisory Committee

The Citizen Advisory Committee will discuss and recommend candidates for multiple town boards and commissions, including the Zoning Board of Appeals, Planning Board, SAVE Committee, Tree Committee, DEIB Committee, and Elder Affairs Commission. No other business is on the agenda.

• Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate Member – Amanda Metell
• Planning Board – Thomas Pratti and MJ Spagone
• SAVE Committee – Kathleen Reid
• Tree Committee – Stephen Dempsey
• DEIB Committee – Joshua Earley

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will review and decide on final allocations of funds for cultural initiatives. The meeting will also address any denials and approvals that have been sent, and consider any additional items raised. No other decisions are listed.

• Denials sent
• Final fund allocations
• Approvals sent

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a fully remote meeting to approve minutes from March 10 and discuss an order to transfer funds for the purchase and restoration of Samuel Edson's Coroners Book.

• Approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Order O-FY25-042: Transfer Order for Coroners Book restoration
• Public comment period
• Meeting held via Zoom due to state emergency measures

The committee approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved Order O-FY25-042, a transfer order for the purchase and restoration of Samuel Edson's Coroners Book, by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Transfer Order O-FY25-042 for CPC purchase and restoration of Samuel Edson's Coroners Book (unanimous)

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will meet remotely on March 20 to review minutes and hear public comment. Old business includes updates on the Open Space Plan, parks publicity, the Wyman North Fork Conservation Area Trail Expansion, and the Tree Committee. They will also discuss access to Hanson Farm and Murray-Needs Farm, including the North Street Property status and a potential site visit. New business involves welcoming new committee members.

• Open Space Plan Update
• Wyman North Fork Conservation Area Trail Expansion
• Murray-Needs Farm Access – status of North Street Property, discussion with Community Preservation Committee, schedule site visit
• Hanson Farm
• New OSC Members

Town Council

This is a working session of the FY26 Ad Hoc Budget Working Group, composed of two Town Council members (Councilors Loreti and Striggles) and created by the School Committee. The agenda contains no specific discussion items, decisions, or proposals; it is purely procedural.

• No specific agenda items, rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings listed

Conservation Commission

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to conduct a site visit at 1010 Elm Street. The agenda includes a call to order and the site visit; no other business is listed.

• Site visit at 1010 Elm Street

The Conservation Commission met on March 19, 2025 at 1010 Elm Street for a site visit. Members and Conservation Agent Wendy Smith, Marilyn MacDonald, Harry Bailey, Mark Peterson, and Katelyn Putt inspected the proposed commercial building, stormwater system, and wetland replication with PMP Consulting. The visit lasted from 3:15 pm to 4:00 pm. No decisions or approvals were made during this meeting.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on converting a manufacturing building into a six-unit mixed-use building. The board will also consider site plan modifications for a new Chase Bank and other property adjustments.

• Public hearing for 43 Rear Central Square to convert a manufacturing building into a mixed-use building with six units
• Site modifications for a new Chase Bank at 20 Central Square including ADA accessibility and parking
• Minor modification request for building sizes at 0 Jasmine Way (MSF Property Holdings)
• Roadway layout modification and waiver request for Oak Meadow Place
• Approval not required plans for 0 Oldfield Rd

The Planning Board voted to continue the ANR plan for 0 Oldfield Rd to the April 2 meeting. It approved a minor modification for 0 Jasmine Way, changing three buildings to 7,500 sq ft each. It also approved a minor modification for 20 Central Square (Chase Bank) with a set of conditions covering ADA compliance, lighting, storm‑water, and construction standards.

• Continued ANR Plan for 0 Oldfield Rd to April 2 meeting (3‑0 yes)
• Approved minor modification for 0 Jasmine Way – three 7,500 sq ft buildings (3‑0 yes)
• Approved minor modification for 20 Central Square (Chase Bank) with conditions (3‑0 yes)

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will discuss several legislation referrals involving fund transfers and donations. The meeting includes reviews of Community Preservation Committee (CPC) expenditures and a donation from a production company.

• Order O-FY25-042: Transfer Order for CPC purchase and restoration of Samuel Edson's Coroners Book
• Order O-FY25-043: CPC additional funds for restoration of Parthenon Frieze
• Order O-FY25-045: Acceptance of donation from Discovery Channel's Expedition X Circle the Globe Production
• Order O-FY25-047: Transfer Order for Town Manager's Office

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will consider three orders recommended by the Finance Committee: additional funds for restoring the Parthenon frieze, acceptance of a donation from Discovery Channel's Expedition X, and a transfer order for the Town Manager's Office. The meeting also includes updates on the fire station, a traffic change on North Street, and the Summer Street Park. No public comment will be taken during the meeting.

• Order O-FY25-043: Approve additional funds for Parthenon frieze restoration
• Order O-FY25-045: Accept donation from Discovery Channel's Expedition X Circle the Globe Production
• Order O-FY25-047: Transfer order for Town Manager's Office
• Fire Station update in Town Manager's Report
• No Right Turn change on North Street

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will meet remotely on March 18, 2025. The council will consider decisions on requests that need more information, allocate funds for approved decisions, and finalize those decisions. The meeting also includes standard items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Decisions on requests that needed more info
• Allocation of funds for approved decisions
• Finalization of decisions

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability for several local sites. The body will also receive an update on 1453 Plymouth Street.

• Notice of Intent for Forest Street (Map 99 Lot 24, 25, & 74)
• Notice of Intent for 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for 680 Vernon Street (Map 109 Lot 38)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for MBTA Right-of-Way Work
• Administrative update for 1453 Plymouth Street (BRS)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to handle signatory duties and review exemption applications. The board will also hold a discussion with Attorney B. Stavistky regarding the ATB Case.

• Exemptions Applications
• Discussion with Attorney B. Stavistky on ATB Case
• Month End Reports

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council is meeting jointly with the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee Budget Subcommittee and the Town of Raynham to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed as a discussion only.

• FY26 Budget Discussion with Bridgewater Town Council, Bridgewater-Raynham School Committee Budget Subcommittee and Town of Raynham

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet virtually on March 12, 2025. The board will first enter executive session to discuss strategy for pending litigation (Rita Sangster and John Hannigan vs. Board of Appeals) concerning 120 Pine Ridge. After that, public hearings include requests to withdraw two Broad Street applications without prejudice, a special permit at 121 Pine Street, and a variance at 0 Hammond Street. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Executive session for litigation strategy on 120 Pine Ridge case
• Request to withdraw variance application for 60, 70, 76-78, 86 & 94 Broad St without prejudice
• Request to withdraw appeal of Building Inspector's decision for same Broad St properties without prejudice
• Special permit hearing at 121 Pine Street
• Variance hearing at 0 Hammond Street

Town Council

The agenda indicates that a quorum of the Town Council may be present at a public hearing for the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee. No other business items are listed.

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will meet remotely to approve February meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old business including Tree City signs, Arbor Day planning, an arborist position, and a council presentation. In new business, members will vote on purchasing supplies for the 2025 Arbor Day Poster Contest.

• Vote on Arbor Day 2025 Poster Contest supplies purchase
• Discussion of Arbor Day planning
• Update on Tree City Signs
• Discussion of arborist position
• Planning Board meeting follow-up

Town Council

The Town Council is conducting interviews for the position of Town Manager. Two candidates will be interviewed: Justin Casanova-Davis at 7:00 PM and Keith Hickey at 8:00 PM.

• Interview with Justin Casanova-Davis at 7:00 PM
• Interview with Keith Hickey at 8:00 PM

General

This meeting of the Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission covers standard procedural items: approval of February minutes, announcements of holiday closings and building closure, as well as updates from the treasurer and director. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of previous month's minutes (February)
• Next holiday closing: April 21 – Patriot's Day
• Building closed for construction on March 27
• Treasurer's report and Director's report to be presented

Parks and Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Committee will receive updates on the golf course, pickleball, trails, the CPC five‑year plan, Jenny Leonard Park, and Legion Field. They will consider the eligibility of a new CPC project and discuss any other new business items.

• Golf Course Report
• Pickleball Update
• Trails Report
• CPC 5‑Year Plan update
• CPC Project Eligibility consideration

Finance Committee

The Bridgewater Finance Committee will hold a remote meeting to consider four new business orders. These include Community Preservation Committee (CPC) transfers for the purchase and restoration of Samuel Edson's Coroners Book and additional funds for restoration of the Parthenon Frieze. Also on the agenda is acceptance of a donation from Discovery Channel's Expedition X production and a transfer order for the Town Manager's Office.

• Order O-FY25-042: Transfer Order - CPC Purchase and Restoration of Samuel Edson's Coroners Book
• Order O-FY25-043: CPC Additional Funds - Restoration of Parthenon Frieze
• Order O-FY25-045: Acceptance of Donation - Discovery Channel's Expedition X Circle the Globe Production
• Order O-FY25-047: Transfer Order for Town Manager's Office

Town Council

The Town Manager Preliminary Screening Ad Hoc Committee is holding a meet-and-greet session with the finalists for the town manager position. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for informal introductions and discussion.

• Meet and greet with town manager finalists at the Senior Center

Town Council

This meeting is primarily procedural, consisting of a call to order and adjournment. However, a quorum of the Town Council may attend the Town Manager Preliminary Screening Ad Hoc Committee's meet and greet with town manager candidate finalists, which is the only substantive item mentioned.

• Town Council quorum may attend meet and greet with town manager candidate finalists

Planning Board

The Bridgewater Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to review plans for two residential properties. The Academy Building is closed for the hearing, and attendance is available via Zoom or phone.

• Review of plans for 0 Oldfield Rd
• Review of plans for 600 Pleasant St
• Planner's Report
• Meeting held virtually due to building closure

Town Council

The Town Council holds a public hearing on a proposed shade tree ordinance amendment and receives presentations on town manager finalists, fire department updates, and water/sewer/road projects. Legislative actions include resolutions on PFAS remediation and welcoming community, plus orders to ratify the town manager contract and establish voting procedure for the appointment. New business includes a zoning map amendment for the Bedford Street, Winter Street, and Flagg Street area.

• Public hearing on proposed amendment to shade tree ordinance (D-FY25-013)
• Presentation of town manager finalists by Community Paradigm
• Resolution to explore PFAS remediation grant (R-FY25-006)
• Emergency order to establish voting procedure for town manager appointment (O-FY25-046)
• Proposed zoning map amendment for Business B and Residence C districts in Bedford/Winter/Flagg Street area (D-FY25-018)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding Notices of Intent for two properties. The body will also discuss an administrative item concerning 1453 Plymouth Street.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for 1968 South Street (Map 125 Lot 17)
• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for Forest Street (Map 99 Lot 24, 25, & 74)
• Discussion: 1453 Plymouth Street (BRS)

Board of Assessors

The Bridgewater Board of Assessors will meet to handle signatory duties, consider exemptions and abatement cases, and review FY26 Chapter Land Applications. They will also discuss an FOL extension for Home Depot and DePuy Synthes Sales. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Exemptions Applications/Abatement ATB Case
• FY 26 Chapter Land Applications
• FOL extension-Home Depot & DePuy Synthes Sales
• Signatory Duties

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a joint meeting with the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee, the Budget Subcommittee, and the Town of Raynham to discuss the FY26 budget. The focus will be on funding for the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School Library located at 415 Center Street. No other agenda items are listed.

• FY26 budget discussion for the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School Library

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet remotely to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss pending applications for Hanson's Farm and Multi-Functional Fields. The agenda also includes updates on ongoing projects like Stiles and Hart Improvements and the Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement, as well as potential new initiatives such as Jenny Leonard Park.

• Approval of January 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of January 31, 2025 financial reports
• Pending applications: Hanson's Farm and Multi-Functional Fields
• Project updates: Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement
• Potential new projects: Jenny Leonard Park and Basketball Courts

Zoning Board of Appeals

This meeting of the Bridgewater Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. No public hearings, votes, or decisions took place. The agenda included a variance request and an appeal of the Building Inspector's decision for properties at 60, 70, 76-78, 86 & 94 Broad Street, but these items were not considered.

• 60, 70, 76-78, 86 & 94 Broad St – Variance Request (not heard due to cancellation)
• 60, 70, 76-78, 86 & 94 Broad St – Appeal of the Building Inspector's Decision (not heard due to cancellation)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness at 20 Central Square from Chase Bank and Stonefield Engineering. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and routine old and new business items.

• Application for Certificate of Appropriateness at 20 Central Square (Chase Bank, Stonefield Engineering)

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet remotely to review old business and new items. Discussions include accessibility modifications and outreach efforts within the town.

• Marathon Park Modification Request
• Audible Crosswalks at Bridgewater Green
• East Bridgewater Cinema 'Hard of hearing' outreach
• Outreach Event for Seniors at Bridgewater Housing

Cultural Council

The Bridgewater Cultural Council will meet remotely via Zoom on February 25, 2025. The council will consider whether all members have signed up for Mass Cultural Council Access, review its guidelines and priorities, and decide on FY25 grant allocations. No other items are listed for decision.

• Mass Cultural Council Access – verify member sign‑ups
• Review of Guidelines and Priorities
• FY25 Grant Decisions

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will review old business items including the Open Space Plan, parks publicity, and trail expansion at Wyman North Fork Conservation Area, as well as reports on the Tree Committee, Hanson Farm, and Murray-Needs Farm Access. New business includes presentation of the OSC Annual Report and discussion of the Downtown Revitalization Plan. The meeting is fully remote via Zoom.

• Open Space Plan (old business)
• Wyman North Fork Conservation Area Trail Expansion (old business)
• Tree Committee Report (old business)
• OSC Annual Report (new business)
• Downtown Revitalization Plan (new business)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Community and Economic Development Committee to consider Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-013, which amends the zoning code to allow accessory dwelling units and updates related sections and tables. The board will also review a minor modification request for a property on Jasmine Way and a street acceptance request for Firefly Lane. Additional items include discussion of a stormwater bond for 145 Winter St and routine reports.

• Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-013: amendment to permit accessory dwelling units
• Minor modification request – 0 Jasmine Way: change building sizes from 9,000 sq ft and 4,500 sq ft to three buildings of 7,500 sq ft each
• Street acceptance request – Firefly Lane: order to lay out and accept a private way
• Stormwater bond discussion – 145 Winter St
• Approval not required plan – 884 South St (Map 75, Lot 1)

Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee

The Bridgewater Town Council Community & Economic Development Committee met jointly with the Planning Board via Zoom. After a call to order and public comment, the committee held a public hearing on Proposed Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-014, a zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

• Public hearing on Proposed Zoning Ordinance D-FY25-014: Zoning Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially vote on several financial orders, including acceptance of non-recurring revenue, a donation, and a firefighter safety grant. The key item is the adoption of a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (O-FY25-039), along with capital transfers for the General Fund (O-FY25-040) and Water Enterprise Fund (O-FY25-041). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Order O-FY25-032: Acceptance of Non-Recurring Revenue to Capital - Department of Corrections
• Order O-FY25-037: Acceptance of Donation - Oliari Charitable Foundation
• Order O-FY25-038: Acceptance of Grant – Firefighter Safety Grant Equipment Program
• Order O-FY25-039: Adoption of a 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Order O-FY25-040: General Fund Capital Transfer Order & O-FY25-041: Capital Transfer Order – Water Enterprise Fund

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet remotely to discuss new members and the preservation of the Town Center. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as the approval of meeting minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of new members
• Preservation of the Town Center

Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee

This is a joint meeting of the Budget & Finance Committee and the Finance Committee. The committee will discuss six referred orders, including the adoption of a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, capital transfers for the General Fund and Water Enterprise Fund, and acceptance of non-recurring revenue, a donation, and a firefighter safety grant. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Order O-FY25-039: Adoption of a 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Order O-FY25-040: General Fund Capital Transfer Order
• Order O-FY25-041: Capital Transfer Order – Water Enterprise Fund
• Order O-FY25-032: Acceptance of Non Recurring Revenue to Capital - Department of Corrections
• Order O-FY25-038: Acceptance of Grant – Firefighter Safety Grant Equipment Program

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to truck exclusion regulations. They will also consider several orders, including adoption of a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, acceptance of a firefighter safety grant, and a resolution to explore PFAS remediation funding. Other agenda items include a tree committee presentation, contract ratification, and a proposed election code amendment.

• Public hearing on General Ordinance D-FY25-011 amending truck exclusions
• Order O-FY25-039: Adoption of a 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Order O-FY25-038: Acceptance of Firefighter Safety Grant Equipment Program grant
• Resolution R-FY25-006: exploring application for PFAS remediation grant
• Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-017: amendment to election code (Part II, Chapter 60, Article I, Section 1)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet remotely to organize the council and establish a meeting schedule. The body will also discuss resources from the Mass Cultural Council.

• Organization of Council
• Establishment of meeting schedule
• Discussion of Mass Cultural Council resources

General

The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on February 13, 2025, to conduct a site visit at 0 Lakeshore Center. The agenda includes only the call to order and the site visit locations, with no other items listed for discussion or decision.

• Site visit at 0 Lakeshore Center

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for two Notices of Intent and review Certificates of Compliance. The body will also discuss enforcement order updates for several properties and an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Public Hearing: Notice of Intent for 1968 South Street
• Public Hearing: Notice of Intent for Forest Street
• Certificate of Compliance: 36 Bramblewood Street
• Certificate of Compliance: 53 Morris Street
• Enforcement order updates for Lakeshore, 1157 Pleasant Street, and 0 Bedford

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle signatory duties, review exemption and abatement applications, and discuss FY 26 Chapter Land Applications. The board will also meet with an appraiser regarding procedures and consider a First Offender Law extension for 1453 Pleasant Street.

• Exemptions Applications/Abatement ATB Case
• FY 26 Chapter Land Applications
• Discussion with Thomas J. Jensen concerning ATB procedures
• FOL extension for 1453 Pleasant Street
• Signatory Duties

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet virtually to address public hearings. The scheduled items regarding Broad St properties have been continued to the February 26 meeting.

• Variance Request for 60, 70, 76-78, 86 & 94 Broad St (Continued to Feb 26)
• Appeal of the Building Inspectors Decision for 60, 70, 76-78, 86 & 94 Broad St (Continued to Feb 26)

Tree Committee

The Bridgewater Tree Committee will discuss old business including Tree City signs, arborist position, and goals for 2025. New business includes items related to Hanson's Farm and a meeting with the BIA. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 14, 2024, and public comment.

• Discussion of Tree City Signs
• Arborist Position discussion
• Hanson's Farm item
• Goals of 2025
• Meeting with the BIA

General

The Bridgewater Elder Affairs Commission will meet on Feb. 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm. The agenda includes approval of the January meeting minutes, announcements of President’s Day on Feb 17 and a building closure on Feb 18, and reports from the treasurer and director. The commission will also hold a discussion, public comment, and set the next meeting for March 10.

• Approve January meeting minutes
• Announce President’s Day holiday on Feb 17
• Announce building closure for construction on Feb 18
• Treasurer’s report
• Director’s report

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will meet in an executive session under MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a). The session is for the preliminary screening ad hoc committee to consider or interview applicants for employment or appointment. No other agenda items are listed.

• Executive session to consider/interview applicants for the preliminary screening committee (MGL 30A‑21(a))

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding the conversion of a manufacturing building into a mixed-use building with six units. The board will also review plans for 593 Plymouth St and discuss accessory dwelling unit guidelines.

• Public hearing for 43 Rear Central Square: Site Plan Review and Special Permits for a 6-unit mixed-use building
• Approval Not Required Plans for 593 Plymouth St (Map 36, Lot 7)
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Unit Guidelines
• Stormwater Bond for 145 Winter St
• Route 104 Corridor Study Survey

Town Council

The Bridgewater Town Council will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee and the Bridgewater‑Raynham School Committee. The agenda lists only a discussion among the three bodies, with no specific items detailed. No decisions or proposals are identified in the agenda.

Finance Committee

This is a joint meeting of the Bridgewater Town Council, Finance Committee, and Bridgewater-Raynham School Committee. The agenda consists only of a joint discussion session with no specific proposals, votes, or financial items listed. The meeting is procedural in nature.

• Joint discussion among Town Council, Finance Committee, and School Committee — no specific agenda items listed

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on revisions to the Administrative Code and consider legislation for a zoning amendment to allow Senior Village Housing development. Other actions include acceptance of donations and grants, adoption of a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, and license alterations for Black Hat Brew Works. The meeting also includes reports on flagpole cost and crosswalk repainting.

• Public Hearing: Proposed Ordinance D-FY25-002 – Revisions to the Administrative Code
• Legislation: Ordinance D-FY25-001 – Proposed Zoning Order Amendment for Senior Village Housing Development
• License Transaction: Petition P-2025-018 – Alteration of premises for Black Hat Brew Works pouring license
• Acceptance of Donation (Order O-FY25-037) – Oliari Charitable Foundation
• Adoption of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (Order O-FY25-039)

General

The Board of Assessors will meet on February 3, 2025, to handle routine administrative duties including signatory tasks, month-end reports, and warrants. They will also consider exemption applications, FY26 Chapter Land applications, and an ATB abatement case. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Exemptions applications
• FY26 Chapter Land Applications
• ATB Abatement Case
• Warrants & commitments
• Month-end reports

Town Council

The Town Council's Preliminary Screening Ad Hoc Committee meets to discuss resumes for the Town Manager position. The agenda indicates the meeting will enter executive session under state law to review applicants without public interference. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely to review preliminary resumes.

• Discussion of preliminary resumes for the Town Manager position

Disability Commission

The Bridgewater Disability Commission will review an update on future program ideas and hear a presentation from BSU Student Accessibility Services. The commission will also discuss upcoming events from the Massachusetts Office of Disability (M.O.D.). No decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Update on future program ideas (old business)
• Presentation by BSU Student Accessibility Services (new business)
• Discussion of upcoming M.O.D. events (new business)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss providing input on town redevelopment. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, public comment, and old business. No final decisions are necessarily expected from this discussion.

• Historical Commission's Input on Town Redevelopment (discussion item)

Citizen Advisory Committee

The Bridgewater Citizen Advisory Committee will hold a procedural meeting including presentations from Matthew Putnam regarding the Cultural Council and Ashley Hansen-Brown regarding the DEIB Committee. No votes or concrete actions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Matthew Putnam on the Cultural Council
• Presentation by Ashley Hansen-Brown on the DEIB Committee

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will consider and vote on the 5-Year Plan, several project applications including Samuel Edson Book and Parthenon Frieze, and final reports for completed projects like Town House and Old State Farm. They will also discuss a Town House interior assessment and a new eligibility form for multifunctional fields behind the Middle School.

• Vote to accept the 5-Year Plan presentation
• Vote on Samuel Edson Book application
• Vote on Parthenon Frieze addendum to original application
• Vote on final reports for Town House and Old State Farm completed projects
• Eligibility form received for multifunctional fields behind Middle School

Open Space Committee

The Bridgewater Open Space Committee will discuss updates on the Open Space Plan, conservation areas, and potential acquisition of the North Street property. The committee will also review legal protections for existing open space and a meeting with the acting town manager. Old business includes updates on Wyman North Fork Conservation Area, Lake Nip Project, and Hanson Farm.

• Discussion of Open Space Plan update
• Update on Wyman North Fork Conservation Area
• North Street Property for Sale/Murray-Needs Access
• Lake Nip Project Update
• Legal Protection of Existing Open Space

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent (old business) for 1968 South Street (Map 125 Lot 17) involving Mark McCloud/J.K. Holmgren Engineering. The commission will also discuss administrative items including Certificates of Compliance for Jenkins Pond (High Street) and 554 Forest Street, cease and desist orders for Lakeshore and 1157 Pleasant Street, an enforcement update for 0 Bedford, and an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for 1968 South Street (DEP SE116-1560) – old business
• Certificate of Compliance – Jenkins Pond (High Street) Map 10 Lot 40 & 41 (DEP SE116-1485)
• Certificate of Compliance – 554 Forest Street Map 99 Lot 24 & 25 (DEP SE116-301)
• Lakeshore – Cease and Desist (administrative item)
• 1157 Pleasant Street – Cease and Desist Discussion

Board of Assessors

The Bridgewater Board of Assessors will consider exemption applications, FY 26 Chapter Land applications, and an ATB abatement case. They will also address signatory duties and any other items the board deems appropriate.

• Review of exemption applications
• Consideration of FY 26 Chapter Land applications
• Discussion of ATB abatement case
• Approval of signatory duties

Town Council

The Town Council's Preliminary Screening Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to gather community input on the search for a new Town Manager. No other business is on the agenda. The public is invited to speak during the Public Forum.

• Public Forum for community input on hiring the new Town Manager

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on a variance request and an appeal of the building inspector's decision for properties 60, 70, 76‑78, 86, and 94 Broad Street. Both matters are being continued to the February 12, 2025 meeting. No other items are scheduled for decision.

• Variance request for 60, 70, 76‑78, 86 & 94 Broad St – continued
• Appeal of building inspector's decision for same properties – continued
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom; no in‑person session

Town Council - Downtown Revitalization Ad Hoc Committee

The Downtown Revitalization Ad Hoc Committee will hold a remote meeting on January 21, 2025, to discuss downtown development projects. No decisions or specific proposals are listed on the agenda; the only substantive item is a general discussion. The meeting is fully remote despite initial in-person listing.

• Discussion of downtown development projects

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on two proposed ordinances: a charter amendment to adopt gender-neutral language (D-FY25-006) and a Veterans Volunteer Services Program (D-FY25-009). The council will also consider several action items, including a right of first refusal for Oldfield Preserve, authorization for the acting town manager to sign documents, a grant for Summer Street Park improvements, and a new ordinance governing how to fill a vacant council seat. Additionally, the town manager will report on the fire station project, library feasibility study, and senior day program.

• Public hearing on Ordinance D-FY25-006: Town Charter Amendment for Gender Neutral Language
• Public hearing on Ordinance D-FY25-009: Veterans Volunteer Services Program (Work-off)
• Order O-FY25-034: Right of First Refusal for Oldfield Preserve
• Resolution R-FY25-005: Grant for Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Improvements to Summer Street Park
• Ordinance D-FY25-015: Process for Filling a Vacant Town Councilor Role

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a community meeting hosted by Bridgewater's Vision to Reality to discuss Phase 1 of Central Square Road and pedestrian improvements. The agenda lists only this discussion item; no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Central Square Road and Pedestrian Improvements: Phase 1

Transportation Committee

The committee will consider reducing the speed limit on Old Plymouth Street from 35 mph to 25 mph and adding traffic safety mirrors at the Lakeside Drive entrance to Lake Nipp Parking Lot. These are the only substantive items on the agenda besides procedural matters.

• Old Plymouth Street – proposed speed limit reduction from 35 mph to 25 mph
• Lakeside Drive/Entrance to Lake Nipp Parking Lot – addition of traffic safety mirrors

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding the conversion of a manufacturing building into a six-unit mixed-use building. The board will also consider a request for minor subdivision changes and review plans for 0 Hillside Drive.

• Public hearing for 43 Rear Central Square to convert a manufacturing building to a six-unit mixed-use building
• Request for sidewalk width waivers at Bridgewater Preserve (Childs Bridgewater Farm II Subdivision) to allow widths of no less than four feet
• Approval not required plans for 0 Hillside Drive (Map 64, Lots 42 & 84)