Burlington public meetings in 2022

Library Trustees

The Board voted to support a zoning change to allow a permanent electronic sign for Town events and programs on the Town Common. Trustees also decided to continue operating as a five-member board until the next Town election rather than seeking an immediate appointment to fill a vacancy.

• Approved support for zoning change to allow updated sign on Town Common (4-0-0)
• Decided to function as a Board of five Trustees until Town elections

Historical Commission

The Burlington Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting on December 21, 2022 at 7:00 PM at Grandview. The agenda includes routine items such as the Pledge of Allegiance, Secretary's and Treasurer's reports, and updates on the shed, museum open house, library, Union School, and Town Heritage day field trips.

• Shed update
• Museum Open House/Lift
• Union School
• Town Heritage day / 3rd graders field trips
• 29 CENTER STREET

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School District Committee will vote on the FY24-28 capital budget and the school calendar. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from the Business Manager and Superintendent.

• Vote on FY24-28 Capital Budget
• Vote on Updated School Calendar
• First Read of Policies DK-1 and DGA-1
• Public Comment period (15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
• Reports from Budget, Facilities, Curriculum, and Policy Subcommittees

The Committee unanimously approved the FY24-28 Capital Budget and changes to the 2022-2023 school calendar. Legal invoices were paid, and the Committee received reports on enrollment and a $100,000 mental health grant.

• Approved FY24-28 Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Approved changes to 2022-2023 school calendar (unanimous)
• Approved $3,740.00 payment to Howard Greenspan (unanimous)
• Approved $1,397.50 payment to Nuttall, MacAvoy (unanimous)
• Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled policies DK and DGA regarding signing warrants and checks for spring review

Housing Partnership Committee

The committee reviewed a 24-unit condominium project with 6 affordable units, including updated access ways and site plans. The committee scheduled a vote on the development for the next meeting.

• Approved November 29, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Scheduled committee vote on Winn View Heights II for the next meeting

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Municipal Sign Zoning Bylaw Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to review prior meeting minutes and discuss design guidelines for the Town Center Signage District, a zoning bylaw article related to signage districts, and Article XIII Section 13.3. The next meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2023.

• Discussion of Design Guidelines for Town Center Signage District
• Review of Zoning Bylaw Article related to Signage Districts Zoning Map
• Discussion of Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Sections 13.3

Recreation

The Burlington Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss a reserved fund expenditure for the gym floor and consider appointing a Program Coordinator. The agenda also includes reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, the Parks Superintendent, and subcommittees, along with public participation and approval of minutes.

• Reserved Fund Expenditure – Gym Floor
• Appointment of Program Coordinator
• Director of Parks & Recreation Report
• Parks Superintendent Report
• Programming Report

The Commission appointed Jessie Hampson as Program Coordinator and approved funding for gym floor maintenance. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Appointed Jessie Hampson to Program Coordinator effective December 19, 2022 (4-0-0)
• Approved $3,100 from the revolving account to repair and refinish the gym floor (4-0-0)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Board of Review and Construction (ZBRC) will discuss a January warrant article for signage, including a proposed Town Center electronic sign from the Select Board. The board will also review signage subcommittee warrant articles on districts and signage, and discuss accessory use definitions and regulations.

• January Warrant Article XIII – Signage, proponent: Select Board (Town Center Electronic Sign)
• Signage Subcommittee Warrant Articles – Article III: Districts and Article XIII: Signage
• Accessory Use Definitions / Regulations discussion

The committee favorably recommended a warrant article to amend signage regulations, specifically allowing for electronic and illuminated signs on the Town Common. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 9, 2022 meeting.

• Favorably recommended Article XIII signage amendment as amended (8-0-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (7-0-1)

Housing Partnership Committee

The committee held a meeting on December 13, 2022, but no votes took place because the agenda was not corrected 48 hours in advance. Members discussed updates on Grandview Farms, 119 S. Bedford Street, and the Winn View Heights II proposal.

• No votes taken due to agenda posting error

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee will meet via Cisco Webex. The agenda includes a review of cybersecurity implementation status and the approval of meeting minutes.

• Cybersecurity Implementation Status & Review

Select Board

The Select Board appointed two fire department positions and approved early voting and vote-by-mail for the April 1, 2023 Town election. The Board also accepted a sculpture donation and processed annual license renewals. A housing proposal for Winn View Heights II was continued to January 9, 2023.

• Appointed Ed Mclean as Limited Assignment Firefighter (5-0-0)
• Appointed Steven McLean as Assistant Fire Chief (5-0-0)
• Approved early voting and voting by mail for April 1, 2023 Town election (5-0-0)
• Accepted donation of 'Seraph' sculpture from Joseph Ferguson (5-0-0)
• Continued Winn View Heights II housing proposal hearing to January 9, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Approved 2023 Select Board meeting dates
• Approved annual license renewals for various categories, including contingent approvals for Burlington Taxi, Sweet Rides, and Potbelly Sandwich Shop (5-0-0)
• Approved warrant articles for January 23, 2023 Town Meeting (5-0-0)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee's Sign Bylaw Subcommittee will meet to discuss design guidelines for the Town Center signage district and related zoning bylaw articles. The meeting will also include review of prior meeting minutes and other business.

• Discussion of Design Guidelines for Town Center Signage District
• Discussion of Zoning Bylaw Article related to Signage Districts Zoning Map
• Discussion of Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Sections 13.3

The meeting was held via Zoom with two voting members present. No discussion or votes took place regarding the Municipal Sign Zoning Bylaw Amendment because a quorum was not reached.

Housing Authority

The Board approved the FY 2023 budgets for the 400-1, Section 8, and Management programs. Additionally, the Board approved paid invoices and payroll for November 2022.

• Approved minutes from November 10, 2022 (All in favor)
• Approved paid invoices of $68,964.75 and payroll journal of $25,652.50 for Nov 1-30, 2022 (All in favor)
• Approved FY 2023 budget for the 400-1 program (All in favor)
• Approved FY 2023 budget for the Section 8 program (All in favor)
• Approved FY 2023 budget for the Management program (All in favor)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission approved a permit for the demolition and reconstruction of a gas station and convenience store, requiring a $20,000 performance bond. The board also issued several Certificates of Compliance and released associated surety bonds for completed projects. Additionally, the commission accepted a land donation of two parcels on Drake Road.

• Approved permit for 59 & 61 Middlesex Turnpike gas station project and required $20,000 bond (6-0-0)
• Accepted donation of two land parcels on Drake Road from Gary Litchfield (6-0-0)
• Issued Negative Conditional Determination for carport at 60 Beaverbrook Road (6-0-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 9 Carey Avenue and released $1,000 of $2,500 bond (6-0-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 6-8 Adams Street and released $10,000 bond (6-0-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 50 & 100 Summit Drive and released $10,000 bond (6-0-0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 9 Stony Brook Road pending autumn 2023 inspection (6-0-0)
• Approved minor engineering change for dumpster enclosure at 60 Blanchard Road (6-0-0)

Library Trustees

The Board approved the purchase of a Ricoh copier/printer/scanner and allocated funds for staff professional development. Trustees also accepted an updated Staff Development Policy and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved allocating up to $1,500 from Donations account for Ricoh copier/printer/scanner (6-0-0)
• Approved allocating $5,000 from LIGMEG for professional development (6-0-0)
• Approved updated Staff Development Policy (5-0-1)
• Approved November 10, 2022 Minutes as amended (3-0-2)

Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees participated in a SOAR (Strengths, Opportunities, Aspirations and Results) exercise facilitated by a consultant. The session was used to capture ideas for strategic planning; no formal votes or policy decisions were made.

• Conducted SOAR brainstorming exercise to identify library strengths and goals
• Discussed opportunities including home-schooling outreach and makerspace interest
• Identified aspirations such as a new building with better parking and a library foundation

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Curriculum Subcommittee will meet to discuss Title I program information and MassCore graduation requirements. The meeting includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and a review of the process for updating curriculum frameworks.

• Discussion of Title I information presented by the Director of Academics
• Discussion of MassCore requirements
• Review of the process for updating curriculum frameworks

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Policy Subcommittee will meet to continue discussion of two policies: Payment Procedures and Authorized Signatures. The meeting is procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Continue discussion of Payment Procedures and Policy
• Continue discussion of DGA — Authorized Signatures

The Policy Subcommittee discussed Policies DK and DGA regarding the signing and approval of checks and warrants. The subcommittee voted to bring policies DK-1 and DGA-1 to the full Committee for a first read, pending updated information.

• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to bring policies DK-1 and DGA-1 to the full Committee for first read (3-1)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Council will meet to discuss updates on the 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan and a SEL & Mental Health Grant, and to begin drafting the 2023-2024 School Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes review of postsecondary enrollment data.

• Update on 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan initiatives
• Update on SEL & Mental Health Grant
• Drafting the 2023-2024 School Improvement Plan
• Postsecondary enrollment data review

The School Council discussed the 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan, a $100,000 grant for SEL/Mental Health, and substance abuse prevention. No new policies were adopted, and the vote to approve the November 2, 2022 minutes was postponed.

• Tabled vote on November 2, 2022 minutes until January meeting
• Approved $100,000 grant for SEL/Mental Health (January-June 2023)

School Committee

The School Committee approved updated hourly rates for district tutors to remain competitive with other districts. The committee also decided to put the BHS Building Renovation Committee on hold following a recommendation for a full feasibility study.

• Approved tutor hourly rates as submitted (5-0)
• Approved warrant as submitted (4-0-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from 7/19/22 (5-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 8/16/22 (4-0-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from 9/13/22 (5-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 9/20/22 (4-0-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from 10/11/22 (5-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 10/25/22 (4-0-1)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Budget Subcommittee will meet to review and vote on the FY24-28 capital budget recommendations and preview the FY24 operating budget process. The meeting is open to the public in person.

• Vote on FY24-28 Capital Budget Recommendations
• Preview of FY24 Operating Budget Process

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee will meet to review and vote on capital budget recommendations for fiscal years 2024 through 2028. They will also preview the FY24 operating budget process. The meeting is open to the public in person, with a remote option available as a courtesy.

• Vote on FY24-28 Capital Budget Recommendations
• Preview of FY24 Operating Budget Process
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2022

Recreation

The Burlington Recreation Commission will meet to discuss a potential pickleball court, consider a contract for Visco roof replacement, and vote on accepting a land donation abutting Rahanis Park. The agenda also includes a discussion of the FY24 Capital Plan and a first reading of the meeting order of business.

• Pickleball Court – Discussion
• Approval of contract for Visco roof replacement
• Vote to accept donation of parcel (18-9) abutting Rahanis Park
• Discussion of FY 24 Capital Plan
• First reading of Order of Business for Commission Meeting

The Commission approved a $12,600 contract for the Visco Building roof and voted to accept a land donation at 0 Skilton Lane. Members discussed a $72,000 proposal to relocate pickleball courts at Simonds Park to address noise complaints, but no formal vote was taken on the move.

• Approved $12,600 contract to Pelletier Remodeling for Visco Building roof (5-0-0)
• Approved acceptance of donated land at 0 Skilton Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Board approved a special permit and site plan for Nouria Energy to build a new convenience store and fast-order food establishment. A special permit for a massage therapy practice was also approved. Several other matters, including a supermarket relocation and town sign amendments, were continued or recommended for further review.

• Approved special permit and site plan for Nouria Energy expanded gas station and convenience store at 59-63 Middlesex Turnpike (6-1-0)
• Approved special permit for massage therapy practice at 36 Winn Street (6-0-0)
• Recommended favorably on the concept to amend Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Sign Regulations for a new electronic message board (5-0-1)
• Continued Foodland Supermarket special permit for 120 Cambridge Street to January 19, 2023 (7-0-0)
• Continued Town Center Design Rules and Regulations amendment to January 5, 2023 (6-0-0)
• Continued AT&T wireless facility special permit at 72 Center Street to January 5, 2023 (6-0-0)
• Continued AP Terry, LLC special permits for 22 Terry Avenue to January 5, 2023 (6-0-0)
• Cancelled Planning Board meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022 (6-0-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved 178 tax exemption applications across seven different clauses. The board also approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting. The Town Appraiser reported that FY23 tax bills will be mailed at the end of December.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-0)
• Approved 178 tax exemptions (0 denied)

Housing Partnership Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the November 15, 2022, meeting. Members discussed the potential establishment of a Housing Trust and the possibility of pursuing a Housing Production Plan instead. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subcommittee

The Select Board met with the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (DEIC) to review the committee's 4th quarterly report. The report covered previous quarterly overviews, a revised Select Board Mission Statement, and philosophy and core values. The Select Board voted to accept the final report.

• Accepted final report from DEIC (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board approved several personnel appointments for the Department of Public Works and granted temporary operating hour extensions for AMC Theater and Tony C’s. A request for Eversource work on Burlington Mall Road was denied pending the lift of the winter moratorium.

• Appointed Brian White as DPW Director (5-0-0)
• Appointed Michael Desimone as Central Maintenance Superintendent (5-0-0)
• Appointed Jeff Collar as Water Treatment Operator (5-0-0)
• Approved AMC Theater extension of hours until 2am for specific December dates (5-0-0)
• Approved Tony C’s early opening at 10am for World Cup dates (5-0-0)
• Denied Eversource work continuation on Burlington Mall Road (5-0-0)
• Langone Development Group Inc. request withdrawn

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved a biological safety permit for Garuda Therapeutics and a grease interceptor variance for MOM’s Organic Market. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and various staff reports. A nuisance violation hearing regarding ponding at 111 Middlesex Turnpike was held, but no vote was required.

• Approved Biological Safety Permit for Garuda Therapeutics at 60 Blanchard Road (5-0-0)
• Approved external grease interceptor variance for MOM’s Organic Market at 34 Cambridge St. (5-0-0)
• Approved 2023 Board of Health Meeting Schedule (5-0-0)
• Approved September 13, 2022 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved October 18, 2022 subcommittee minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved Health Agent’s report (5-0-0)
• Approved Environmental Engineer’s report (5-0-0)
• Approved Associate Director of Public Health and Director of Public Health reports (5-0-0)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical School Committee will vote on an updated admissions policy and appoint a liaison to the Ethics Commission. They will also hold a second read and vote on four policies: student activity accounts, surplus property disposal, staff personal security, and P-card/credit card use. The meeting includes reports from the Director of Guidance and Director of Educational Technology.

• Vote on Admissions Policy Update
• Appointment of Liaison to the Ethics Commission
• Second read and vote on policies JIF, DN, GBGB, DGD
• Discussion of policies DK and DGA
• Approval of bills and payroll

The Committee unanimously approved an updated admissions policy and four additional policies regarding student accounts, property disposal, staff safety, and credit card use. The board also approved legal payments totaling $4,997 and appointed the Superintendent-Director as the Ethics Commission liaison.

• Approved updated Admissions Policy JFA (unanimous)
• Approved Policy JJF Student Activity Accounts (unanimous)
• Approved Policy DN Surplus School Property Disposal (unanimous)
• Approved Policy GBGB Staff Personal Security and Safety (unanimous)
• Approved Policy DGD P-Card/Credit Card Use (unanimous)
• Appointed Superintendent-Director McIntosh as liaison to the Ethics Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $3,080.00 payment to Howard Greenspan (unanimous)
• Approved $1,917.00 payment to Nuttall, MacAvoy (unanimous)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subcommittee

The committee approved the minutes from November 16, 2022. Members discussed formatting and clarifying questions for the 4th quarterly report and reviewed a reference document on employee legal rights to be sent to the Select Board for legal review.

• Approved minutes from 11/16/2022 (5-0)

Land Use Committee

The Burlington Land Use Committee will hear presentations on the Burlington Housing Partnership and general housing issues, waste management and new state regulations, and the town's water management status. They will also receive a report on community aggregation for electricity and discuss updating their own tasks and bylaws.

• Invite Kelly Donahue to discuss Burlington Housing Partnership and housing issues
• Invite John Sanchez to discuss waste management and new state regulations
• Invite John Sanchez to discuss town's water management status
• Pat report on community aggregation for electricity for Burlington
• Report from LUC subcommittee on reviewing and updating LUC tasks, with intent to revise Section 2.6 of General Bylaws

The committee voted to establish a new Subcommittee on Sustainability and Climate related issues. Members also reviewed a Housing Needs Assessment Report and discussed the possibility of creating an Affordable Housing Trust.

• Created a Subcommittee on Sustainability and Climate related issues (6-0-1)
• Approved minutes from the 9-20-2022 meeting (6-0-0)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee of the Zoning Bylaw Review Committee will meet to continue work on a proposed Municipal Sign Zoning Bylaw Amendment. The agenda includes discussion of design guidelines for the Town Center Signage District and related zoning map changes, as well as review of prior meeting minutes.

• Review and approval of minutes from May 26 and June 6 meetings
• Discussion of Design Guidelines for the Town Center Signage District
• Discussion of Zoning Bylaw Article related to Signage Districts Zoning Map
• Discussion of Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Sections 13.3

The committee discussed a proposed amendment to allow an electronic sign at the corner of Bedford and Cambridge Streets. Members identified the need for consistency between zoning and general bylaws regarding electronic signs. No formal votes were taken on the amendments; the committee will provide comments to the Selectmen and Planning Board.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars reviewed overseas and provisional ballots. Three provisional ballots were determined eligible and added to the final vote certification, while one was rejected.

• Determined zero overseas ballots were eligible as none were received
• Approved 3 of 4 provisional ballots as eligible to be counted
• Rejected 1 provisional ballot because the individual was not a registered voter in Burlington

Recreation

The Recreation Commission is holding a site visit at Overlook Park to discuss the future use of the property. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Site visit at Overlook Park, 1 Edgemere Ave.
• Discussion of future use of the property

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a time extension for a site plan at 26 Beacon Street. Several other matters, including town center design rules and a Nouria Energy development project, were continued to future meetings.

• Approved extension of time for 26 Beacon Street Site Plan Approval to February 17, 2024 (4-0-0)
• Continued petition to amend Rules and Regulations Governing the Subdivision of Land to January 5, 2023 (4-0-0)
• Continued petition to amend Planning Board Town Center Design Rules and Regulations to December 1, 2022 (4-0-0)
• Continued multiple special permit applications and site plan for Nouria Energy at 59-63 Middlesex Turnpike to December 1, 2022 (4-0-0)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subcommittee

The committee reviewed documents for the Select Board 3rd Quarterly Report scheduled for November 28, 2022. Members discussed a strategic process for the committee's second and third years, focusing on philosophy, mission, and goals.

• Approved minutes from 11/5/2022 (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Burlington Historical Commission will meet on November 16, 2022, at 7:00 PM in the Grandview room. The agenda includes reports from the Secretary and Treasurer, a guest appearance by Town Administrator Paul Sagarino, and discussions on a shed update, museum open house/lift, Halloween update, Union School, Town Heritage Day, and 3rd grade field trips. No votes or decisions are specified.

• Guest Paul Sagarino, Town Administrator, attending
• Shed update
• Museum open house/lift
• Union School discussion
• Town Heritage Day and 3rd grade field trips

The Commission accepted the Secretary's and Treasurer's reports. Members discussed maintenance needs for the museum, West School, and Old Burial Ground, as well as updates regarding a town shed.

• Accepted Secretarys and Treasurers Reports (4-0-1)

School Committee

The School Committee approved the warrant and a student trip to Rome. Members discussed the potential of hiring a food service management company following a staff retirement and reviewed waste reduction proposals.

• Approved the warrant as submitted (3-0-0)
• Approved BHS Latin Trip to Rome for April 14-23, 2022 (3-0-0)

Housing Partnership Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the November 1, 2022 meeting. Members discussed dementia-friendly community initiatives, the Grandview Farm application process, and the viability of the Housing Trust following the failure of the Community Preservation Act.

• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

General Bylaw Review Committee

The General Bylaw Review Committee voted to submit five edited articles to the January Town Meeting. These articles address hybrid arrangements for Town Meetings and Open Meetings, as well as an exemption from in-person quorum requirements.

• Approved minutes of October 18, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved amended minutes of November 1, 2022 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved submitting five edited articles regarding hybrid meetings and quorum exemptions to the January Town Meeting (5-0)

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The ISSAC Committee is meeting virtually on November 14, 2022, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes public participation, approval of minutes, and a review of cybersecurity implementation status.

• Cybersecurity Implementation Status & Review

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved the minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed FY23 Tax Classification options in preparation for a future hearing.

• Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0-0)

Recreation

The Burlington Recreation Commission will meet on November 14, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at Burlington High School. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public participation, reports from the Director, Parks Superintendent, and Programming, as well as discussions on the FY24 Capital Plan and Reserved Fund Expenditures. No votes or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of FY24 Capital Plan
• Reserved Fund Expenditures discussion
• Order of Business for Commission discussion

The Commission approved several funding requests from the revolving account for park maintenance, security, and facility repairs. A proposal to fund a landscape architect for a universal playground was postponed until a detailed proposal is presented.

• Approved $14,000 for Simonds basketball court renovation (5-0-0)
• Approved $15,000 for Visco Building roof replacement (5-0-0)
• Approved $5,500 for fall field maintenance and fertilization (5-0-0)
• Approved $3,500 for new security camera at Simonds Park (5-0-0)
• Approved $15,000 for disc golf course improvements (5-0-0)
• Approved $5,000 for Christmas lights and supplies (5-0-0)
• Postponed vote on $40,000 for universal playground landscape architect (5-0-0)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Library Trustees

The Board approved an updated Collection Development Policy and allocated funds for staff professional development and uniforms. Trustees also identified a candidate for a short-term vacancy to be forwarded to the Select Board.

• Accepted updated Collection Development Policy (4-0-0)
• Approved $2,000 from LIGMEG for professional development training (4-0-0)
• Approved $575 from Donations account for staff jackets (4-0-0)
• Accepted October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Selected Jesse Angeley to be brought forward to the Select Board for Trustee appointment

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee will discuss signage warrant articles (Article III: Districts and Article 13 Signage) and accessory use definitions. The committee will also review and approve a revised ZBRC Information Sheet and minutes from the October 12 meeting.

• Discussion of Signage Warrant Articles: Article III (Districts) and Article 13 (Signage)
• Discussion of Accessory Use definitions
• Revised draft of ZBRC Information Sheet for discussion and approval
• Approval of ZBRC minutes from 10/12/22

The committee approved a revised information sheet for zoning bylaw amendment submissions. Members discussed proposed signage warrant articles and requested feedback on accessory use definitions.

• Approved addition of a 'comparable towns' strategy category to the ZBRC Information Sheet (5-0-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (7-0-0)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subcommittee

The committee approved the minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting. Members discussed a proposal by the Select Board to potentially implement larger training sessions with a third-party consultant for multiple boards and committees.

• Approved minutes from 10/19/2022 (5-0)

Board of Health

The subcommittee discussed potential revisions to biosafety regulations in response to possible Planning Department changes. No votes were taken; the proposed changes are scheduled for a vote by the full Board of Health on November 22.

• Proposed revisions to Biosafety Regulation Sections 3, 4, 6, and 7 tabled for November 22 vote

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss two draft policies: one on payment procedures and one on authorized signatures. The meeting includes roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of draft policy on payment procedures
• Discussion of draft policy on authorized signatures
• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2022

The Subcommittee discussed updating Policies DK and DGA regarding the signing and approval of checks and warrants. Members considered requiring a second signature for checks of $100,000 or more and the potential creation of a Warrant Subcommittee. No policy changes were decided; a memo will be drafted for the November 22 agenda.

• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee will review and approve prior meeting minutes, discuss design guidelines for Burlington Signage Districts, and consider related zoning bylaw articles and map changes.

• Review of design guidelines for Burlington Signage Districts
• Discussion of Zoning Bylaw Article related to Signage Districts Zoning Map
• Review of Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Sections 13.3

The subcommittee reviewed existing design guidelines for signage districts and proposed revisions to Zoning Bylaw Article XIII. No formal votes were taken on the bylaws; the group agreed to focus on guidelines and the sign application process at the next meeting.

• Reviewed Burlington Signage Districts Design Guidelines
• Discussed proposed new purpose, definitions, and regulations for Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Section 13.3
• Agreed to review the sign application for potential Town Center revisions
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars reviewed state procedure options and the handling of early, mail-in, and absentee ballots for the November election. The board determined that all ballots received on Election Day will be sent to the polls.

• Determined all ballots received on Election Day will be sent to the polls

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the release of two lots in the Mill Pond Estates subdivision for sale. Several special permit applications for laboratory and wireless facilities were continued to future meetings, and one site plan application was withdrawn. The Board also voted to change its meeting start time to 6:30 PM beginning in January 2023.

• Approved release of Lots 2 and 3 (4 and 6 Mill Pond Lane) from Mill Pond Estates Conditional Covenant (7-0-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of Special Permit and Site Plan application for 49 Middlesex Turnpike (7-0-0)
• Approved changing meeting start time to 6:30 PM starting January 2023 (7-0-0)
• Continued special permit hearings for 22 Terry Avenue to December 1, 2022 (7-0-0)
• Continued special permit hearing for 72 Center Street to December 1, 2022 (7-0-0)
• Continued petition to amend Town Center Design Rules and Regulations to November 17, 2022 (7-0-0)
• Approved June 16, 2022 minutes (5-0-2)
• Approved August 18, 2022 minutes (6-0-1)

Planning Board

The board reviewed attendance and finances for the Pumpkin party. Members discussed a potential donation from artist Joe Ferguson and the possibility of a holiday event on December 10.

• Reviewed Pumpkin party results: 75 children attended, 300 donuts donated by Wegmans, and $250 collected against $550 in costs
• Tentatively set holiday event date for Dec 10
• Scheduled next meeting for Dec 7 at 12 noon

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Council will meet to approve minutes, release executive session minutes from earlier this year, and discuss updates on the School Improvement Plan, student recognition, substance use concerns, mental health and social-emotional learning, and postsecondary enrollment data.

• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2022
• Release of executive session minutes from January 5, 2022 and March 9, 2022
• Update on 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan Initiatives
• Discussion of substance use concerns and family outreach
• Review of postsecondary enrollment data

The School Council approved the amended minutes from October 5, 2022, and voted to release executive session minutes from January and March 2022. Members discussed student recognition, substance use concerns regarding THC vapes, and school climate. Postsecondary enrollment data was tabled.

• Approved amended October 5, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved release of January 5, 2022 executive session minutes
• Approved release of March 9, 2022 executive session minutes
• Tabled postsecondary enrollment data

Transportation Subcommittee

The committee approved a slide deck of recommendations to be presented at a future Select Board meeting. The document was accepted with minor grammatical and formatting changes.

• Approved minutes from 10/5/2022 (5-0-0)
• Approved recommendations document for Select Board presentation (4-0-0)
• Approved minutes from 11/2/2022 (4-0-0)

School Committee

The committee approved the Designer Request for Services (RFS) for submission to the MSBA and authorized the investigation of several early consultants. The committee also approved meeting minutes from August 2022 and selected a project website URL.

• Approved Designer RFS for submission to MSBA (Unanimous)
• Approved 8/15/2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 8/29/2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 8/30/2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 8/31/2022 meeting minutes
• Instructed Dore + Whittier to investigate engaging site survey, traffic, environmental, geotechnical, and hazmat consultants (Unanimous)
• Selected foxhillbuildingproject.com as the project website URL
• Tabled final vote on the list of SBC voting members

Housing Partnership Committee

The committee approved the meeting minutes from October 18, 2022. Members discussed the application process for Grandview Farm and potential next steps for a Housing Production Plan and Middle Housing education.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

General Bylaw Review Committee

The General Bylaw Review Committee reviewed and agreed upon the wording for two articles regarding hybrid Town Meetings, including a home rule petition and a bylaw addition. The committee also reviewed an article to exempt the town from in-person quorum requirements if state law is extended. Chair Scott Martin will seek further input from the rules committee, Moderator, and Town Clerk.

• Agreed on version of hybrid Town Meeting petition and bylaw language
• Reviewed article for in-person quorum requirement exemption

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority held a special meeting to discuss executive leadership. The board approved a new contract for the Executive Director following an executive session.

• Approved new Executive Director Contract

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved the minutes from the September 14, 2022 meeting. The board reviewed motor vehicle commitments and tax classification options. An executive session was held to discuss ATB appeals.

• Approved September 14, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-0)

School Committee

The School Committee approved warrants from September and a side letter of agreement for an athletic trainer. Members discussed the vacancy of the DEI Director position and the formation of a BHS Renovation Committee, but no votes were taken on these items.

• Approved warrants dated 9/12/22 (4-0-0)
• Approved warrants dated 9/19/22 (4-0-0)
• Approved side letter of agreement for the athletic trainer (4-0-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes from 8/16/22 (3-0-1)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes from 9/13/22 (4-0-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes from 9/20/22 (4-0-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes from 10/11/22 (4-0-0)
• Tabled selection of BHS Renovation Committee members

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss the FY24 operating budget and fiscal management policies. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and release of executive session minutes.

• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2022
• Approval and release of Budget Subcommittee Executive Session minutes
• FY24 Operating Budget Preliminary Discussion
• Discussion of Fiscal Management Policies

The Budget Subcommittee approved minutes from July 8 and three executive sessions from June and July. The committee discussed timelines for the capital and operating budgets and reviewed fiscal management policies regarding payment procedures and signatures.

• Approved July 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2022 Executive Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2022 Executive Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2022 Executive Session minutes (unanimous)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee will meet to vote on a policy governing Facebook and social networking web sites, and review new policies on student activity accounts, surplus property disposal, staff security, and credit card use. The agenda also includes updates from the assistant principal, director of academics, and superintendent, as well as a daycare update and approval of bills and payroll.

• Second read and vote on Policy IINDD / Policy on Facebook and Social Networking Web Sites
• First read of policies: JIJF (Student Activity Accounts), DN (Surplus School Property Disposal), GBGB (Staff Personal Security and Safety), DGD-P (Card/Credit Card Use)
• Approval of bills and payroll
• Daycare update from Superintendent's Report
• Public comment period with registration required

The Committee approved a revised social media policy and authorized payments for legal invoices. Members also established a temporary procedure for reviewing and signing warrants until a permanent policy is adopted.

• Approved Policy IJNDD (Social Media) with two revisions (7-1)
• Approved $2,007.50 payment to Howard Greenspan (unanimous)
• Approved $1,444.00 payment to Nuttall, MacAvoy (unanimous)
• Approved temporary warrant review process requiring 48-hour committee review before Chair signs (unanimous)
• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled second reads for Policies JJF, DN, GBGB, and DGD for November 22 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Admissions Policy JFA for November 22 meeting (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board approved an extension of hours for AMC and a shared agreement with Lexington for the Sealer of Weights and Measures. A Pumpkin Patch event at the Sculpture Park was also approved. No votes were taken on the sidewalk program or town common policy.

• Approved AMC extension of hours to 2:00am (5-0-0)
• Approved Sculpture Park Pumpkin Patch event (5-0-0)
• Approved shared agreement with Lexington for Sealer of Weights and Measures (5-0-0)
• Tabled sidewalk program to November 14 meeting
• Tabled town common policy to November 14 meeting

Select Board

The Select Board met for a strategic planning session to discuss goals and future actions, but no formal votes were taken. Topics included sidewalk prioritization, tax classification options, trash contract terms, water fine structure, Route 3A project, a digital sign for the Town Common, and government assessment.

• No votes or formal decisions were made during this session

Historical Commission

The Burlington Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine reports and several property-related items including the museum, a shed, CPA matters, and Union School. The agenda also includes a mention of Halloween at West School and FW 3rd Graders.

• Secretary's report
• Treasurer's report
• Museum discussion
• Halloween at West School
• Shed, CPA, and Union School items

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee (ISSAC) will meet virtually to discuss cybersecurity awareness month activities and review the status of cybersecurity implementation. The meeting includes public participation and approval of previous minutes.

Recreation

The Burlington Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation and Parks Superintendent, and discuss revolving account expenditures for office improvements. The agenda also includes public participation, subcommittee reports, and an executive session.

• Revolving Account Expenditures – office improvements

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Master Plan, Housing Choice, and Town Center Multi-Family Housing. The body will also discuss zoning bylaw audits and definitions for accessory use and housing.

• Master Plan Update
• Housing Choice Update
• Town Center Multi-Family Housing Update
• Recap of September Zoning Warrant Articles
• Discussion on Accessory Use and Housing definitions

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational/Technical School District Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss several draft policies. The group will also review the electronic warrant signature process and revisions to the social networking policy.

• Draft policy on Student Activity Accounts
• Draft policy on Surplus School Property Disposal
• Draft policy on Staff Personal Security and Safety
• Draft policy on Card/Credit Card Use
• Revisions to Policy IINDD regarding Facebook and Social Networking Web Sites

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The School Council is meeting to elect a Co-Chair and discuss the 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan. The meeting includes updates from the Principal and an overview of the Council's role.

• Election of Co-Chair
• 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan
• Approval of May 10, 2022 minutes

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is meeting to conduct organizational business. The body will discuss its purpose, calendar, bylaws, and communication processes.

• Review of SEPAC bylaws
• Establishment of meeting dates and calendar
• Review of communications process including website, newsletters, and social media

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will conduct a re-vote regarding a zoning bylaw amendment for the September warrant article. The discussion focuses on specific definitions related to smoke shops.

• Re-vote on ZBL Amendment – September Warrant Article (Smoke Shop definitions)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The committee will review and vote on admissions policy updates and a contract extension for STA. The agenda also includes a first read of the policy on Facebook and social networking websites.

• Vote to authorize MASC to update Policy Manual
• First read of Policy IJNDD / Policy on Facebook and Social Networking Web Sites
• Review and vote on Admissions Policy updates
• Ratification of STA Contract Extension
• Executive session to review Open Meeting Law Complaint

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review reports and discuss various local historical sites. The body will also address upcoming events involving 3rd graders and West School.

• Museum and Burial Ground updates
• Francis Wyman visit with 3rd graders on October 6th
• Potential Halloween event at West School
• Sculpture Park discussion

Town Meeting

Remaining Town Meeting members will meet to fill one vacant seat for Precinct 7. The appointee will serve until the next Town Election.

• Appointment of one member for Precinct 7

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The committee is meeting to prepare for an upcoming MSBA visit on October 5, 2022. Members will also work to prioritize capital building projects in the absence of MSBA approval.

• Planning for MSBA visit on October 5, 2022
• Prioritization of capital building projects

Land Use Committee

The committee will discuss and vote on amendments to several warrant articles ahead of the September 28 Town Meeting. Members will also discuss a multi-family zoning issue regarding the PB Town Center Overlay.

• Smoke Shops; PB warrant article
• Groundwater Separation Zoning Bylaw
• Stormwater Bylaw Update of Article XIV, Sec. 6: Conservation
• PB Town Center Overlay Multi-Family Zoning issue

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee will hear a Housing Needs Assessment presentation from the Housing Partnership. The body is discussing zoning amendments for the September Warrant and future housing regulations.

• Housing Needs Assessment presentation by the Housing Partnership
• Zoning amendments regarding Smoke Shop definitions
• Zoning amendments regarding Groundwater
• Form Based Code (Article #10) presentation by Melisa Tintocalis
• Discussion of MBTA Communities Regulations and Town Center Multi-Family Housing

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational/Technical School District Policy Subcommittee is meeting to update district policies. The body will vote on the MASC Policy Manual and discuss policies regarding student accounts, staff social media use, and staff pool access.

• Vote on MASC Policy Manual Update
• Student Accounts Closure Policy
• Acceptable Use/Social Media Policy for Staff
• Staff Pool Access Policy

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the appointment of an Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation. The body will also consider contract approval and revolving account expenditures for renovations to the Simonds Park basketball court.

• Appointment of Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation
• Simonds Park Basketball Court Renovation contract approval
• Revolving Account Expenditure for basketball court renovation

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to review the status of cybersecurity implementation. The committee will also conduct a second reading of the Departmental Information Sheet and hear a presentation on software technology assessment by Schools.

• Cybersecurity Implementation Status & Review
• Second Reading of the Departmental Information Sheet
• Software Technology Assessment presentation by Schools

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several warrant articles for the September 28 Town Meeting. The body will also review the committee's tasks and the General bylaws referring to the LUC.

• Vote on warrant articles regarding smoke shops
• Vote on Groundwater Separation Zoning Bylaw
• Vote on Stormwater Bylaw Update of Article XIV, Sec. 6
• Discussion on Town Center Overlay Multi-Family Zoning issue
• Review of LUC tasks and Sec. 2.6 of the General bylaws

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation and the Parks Superintendent. The body will consider a vote to support the Community Preservation Act and approve a job description for the Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation.

• Vote to support the Community Preservation Act (CPA)
• Approval of Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation job description
• Disc Golf presentation
• Reserved Fund report and requests

Historical Commission

The Historical and Sculpture Commissions are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the plot of land located to the left of Grandview Tavern.

• Discussion: Plot of land to the left of Grandview Tavern

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee, Planning Board, and Land Use Committee are meeting to review zoning bylaw amendments for September warrant articles. The body will also discuss future zoning issues including the Master Plan and Pero Farm.

• Town Center Multi-Family Housing (TCM) amendments
• Groundwater zoning amendments
• Smoke Shop definition amendments
• Pero Farm discussion
• Zoning Bylaw recodification discussion

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to review the status of cybersecurity implementation. The committee will also conduct a second reading of the Departmental Information Sheet and hear a presentation on software technology assessment by Schools.

• Cybersecurity Implementation Status & Review
• Second Reading of the Departmental Information Sheet
• Software Technology Assessment by Schools presentation

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review and update the district's admissions policy. The committee will also discuss updates to the policy manual.

• Review and update of Admissions Policy
• Policy Manual update

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is discussing updates to its membership, the hiring of a recording secretary, and potential revisions to Section 2.6 of the General bylaws. Members will also begin reviewing zoning warrant articles for the September Town Meeting and review John Keeley's report regarding the Vine Brook aquifer.

• Update on adding new members
• Hiring of a recording secretary
• Review of Section 2.6 of the General bylaws
• Review of September zoning warrant articles
• Review of John Keeley's report on the Vine Brook aquifer

General Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will review minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting and hear reports from sub-committees. The agenda includes discussions on stormwater, hybrid meetings, and a general article review.

• Stormwater sub-committee report
• Hybrid Meetings sub-committee report
• General Article Review

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Hybrid Meetings Subcommittee is reviewing the frequency of its meetings to ensure completion by October 21, 2022. The committee will also receive reports on current legislation, town counsel, and the status of Brookline Town Meeting articles.

• Discussion of meeting frequency for October 21 completion
• Report on subcommittee objective draft
• Status report on Brookline Town Meeting articles

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will discuss the recodification of the Zoning Bylaw. Members will also receive updates and hold discussions regarding several specific bylaw amendments.

• ZBL recodification discussion
• Signage amendment discussion
• Accessory Structures amendment discussion
• Town Center Multi-Family Housing (TCM) discussion
• Groundwater and smoke shop definition discussions

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss cybersecurity status and policy implementation. The agenda includes a presentation on software technology assessments by the schools.

• Cybersecurity Implementation Status & Review
• Implementing Cybersecurity Policy at the Schools
• First Reading of the Departmental Information Sheet
• Software Technology Assessment presentation by Schools
• Discussion of OM changes impact on future meetings

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to hear reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, Parks Superintendent, and other officials. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Simonds Park pickleball courts and a request for a reserved fund expenditure for Celebrate Burlington.

• Reserved Fund Expenditure Request — Celebrate Burlington
• Simonds Park Pickleball Court discussion with neighbors

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is meeting to discuss adding new members and a recording secretary. The body will also review the MVP Project and propose revisions to Section 2.6 of the General bylaws.

• Review of MVP Project related to VBA and Heat Island/Climate Impacts
• Proposed revisions to Section 2.6 of the General bylaws
• Discussion of $1,500 FY23 budget for a recording secretary

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to review cybersecurity implementation. The body will also discuss standardizing the Departmental Cybersecurity Sheet.

• Standardizing the Departmental Cybersecurity Sheet
• Cybersecurity Implementation Status & Review

General Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting. Discussion items include a Housing Partnership Article and reports from the Stormwater and Hybrid Article subcommittees.

• Review/approve minutes of May 17, 2022 meeting
• Housing Partnership Article discussion
• Report of Stormwater Article Subcommittee
• Report of Hybrid Article Subcommittee
• Review of Article I of the General Bylaws

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to review reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, the Parks Superintendent, and programming. The body is scheduled to vote on expenditures for the Reserved Fund and the Simonds Trust Warrant Article.

• Vote on Reserved Fund Expenditures
• Vote on Simonds Trust Warrant Article
• Discussion on Commission Reorganization
• Discussion on Semiquincentennial events with Peter Coppola

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to vote in officers and discuss the final logo, marketing, and brochures. The body will also receive reports from the Director and Minuteman Senior Services.

• Voting in of officers
• Review of final logo, marketing, and brochures
• Reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director
• Discussion of Covid-19 and the reopening of the COA & Senior Center

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to review the status of cybersecurity implementation. The committee will also discuss tracking software used in the schools.

• Cybersecurity Implementation Status & Review
• Tracking Software used in the Schools

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will discuss the recodification of the Zoning Bylaw. Members will also receive updates and hold discussions regarding potential future amendments to signage, accessory structures, and housing.

• Committee reorganization
• ZBL recodification discussion
• Future ZBL Amendments: Signage
• Future ZBL Amendments: Accessory Structures
• Future ZBL Amendments: Housing

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Stormwater Subcommittee of the General Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to continue its review of proposed amendments to the Stormwater Article. The committee will also vote on the minutes from its May 25, 2022, meeting.

• Review of proposed Stormwater Article amendments
• Vote on May 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussion includes creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Review of Burlington Signage Districts Zoning Map
• Review of Article XIII Section 13.3 regarding sign definitions, permits, and maintenance
• Review of Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Hybrid Town Meeting Subcommittee of the General Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to establish its internal organization. The group will elect a chair, set a meeting schedule, and begin reviewing proposed bylaw changes.

• Election of a subcommittee Chair
• Determination of meeting frequency and schedule
• Initial work on proposed bylaw changes

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Stormwater Bylaw Subcommittee of the General Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to work on proposed bylaw changes. The meeting is being held virtually via Webex.

• Work on proposed bylaw changes

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussions include creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts, including the Town Center.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Review of Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Review of Burlington Signage Districts zoning map
• Review of Article XIII Section 13.3 regarding sign definitions, permits, and maintenance
• Review of Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee will review progress on cybersecurity policy implementation. The meeting also includes a recap of the Select Board review.

• Cybersecurity Policy Implementation Progress
• Recap of Select Board Review

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussion includes creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Burlington Signage Districts Zoning Map review
• Review of Article XIII Section 13.3 regarding sign definitions, permits, and maintenance
• Review of Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Stormwater Bylaw Subcommittee will meet to organize its operations. The committee plans to elect a chair and establish a regular meeting schedule.

• Elect a Chair and other officers
• Decide on frequency, days, and times of meetings
• Begin work on proposed bylaw changes

General Bylaw Review Committee

The General Bylaw Review Committee is reviewing an amended Stormwater article for a vote. Members are also discussing future articles for the September Town Meeting and potential Home Rule Petitions regarding town meeting structure.

• Review/vote on amended Stormwater article
• Discussion of Home Rule Petition for a Hybrid Town Meeting Bylaw
• Discussion of Home Rule Petition for electing Moderator by Town Meeting Members
• Review of Article 1 of the General Bylaws

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussions include creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts, including the Town Center Signage District.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Review of Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Review of Zoning Bylaw Article XIII regarding signage definitions and permits
• Review of Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review March minutes and receive reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director. The agenda includes nominations of officers and discussions regarding Covid-19 and marketing materials.

• Review of March minutes
• Minuteman Senior Services report
• Director's Report
• Nominations of officers
• Discussion of Covid-19 and marketing/logo/brochures

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, the Parks Superintendent, and programming staff. The commission will also review a Reserved Fund Report.

• Reserved Fund Report

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. The discussion includes creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Review of Burlington Signage Districts Zoning Map
• Article XIII Section 13.3: Sign definitions, permits, and maintenance
• Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

Town Meeting

The Town Clerk is conducting a Boot Camp for new Town Meeting members. The meeting includes a question and answer session.

• Boot Camp for New Town Meeting Members
• Q&A session

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussions include creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Burlington Signage Districts Zoning Map review
• Article XIII Section 13.3: Sign definitions, permits, and maintenance

General Bylaw Review Committee

The General Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to vote on a bylaw regarding Recording Clerk compensation for the May Town Meeting. The committee will also organize subgroups to review articles for the September Town Meeting.

• Vote on bylaw for Setting Recording Clerk Compensation
• Creation of subgroups to review September Town Meeting articles

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will review proposed zoning warrant articles for the month of May. Discussions include multifamily districts, park amendments, and groundwater separation.

• Town Center Multifamily District – Novaya Real Estate Ventures
• Northwest Park PDD Amendment - Nordblom Development Company
• Groundwater Separation – Planning Department

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is reviewing the progress of cybersecurity policy implementation and other IT projects. The committee is preparing presentations for the School Committee and Select Board regarding the town's cybersecurity program.

• Cybersecurity Policy Implementation progress
• Preparation for 4/12 School Committee presentation on Cybersecurity Program adoption
• Preparation for 4/25 Select Board presentation on town-side progress
• Discussion on disposal of existing MIS equipment

Land Use Committee

The committee will review groundwater separation rezoning and a multi-family development update for 135 Cambridge St. Members will also discuss innovation district and multi-family zoning issues, as well as warrant articles for the May 9 Town Meeting.

• Groundwater separation rezoning presentation
• Multi-family development update at 135 Cambridge St. (Roger’s Piano Site)
• Discussion of Innovation district and Multi-family zoning issues
• Voting on warrant articles for the May 9 Town Meeting
• Approval of March 15 and March 22, 2022 minutes

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will review reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, Parks Superintendent, and Programming. The agenda includes a vote regarding a Treehouse contract and discussions on the FY 23 Budget and FY 23 Warrant Article.

• Vote to Award Treehouse Contract
• FY 23 Warrant Article Discussion
• FY 23 Budget Discussion

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussions include creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts, including the Town Center.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Burlington Signage Districts Zoning Map review
• Review of Article XIII Section 13.3 regarding sign definitions, permits, and maintenance
• Review of Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will review several proposed zoning warrant articles. Discussion includes groundwater separation, a Northwest Park PDD amendment, and the Town Center Multifamily District.

• Groundwater Separation - Planning Department
• Northwest Park PDD Amendment - Nordblom Development Company
• Town Center Multifamily District - Novaya Real Estate Ventures

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hear presentations regarding several warrant articles, including rezoning requests and bylaw amendments. The committee will also discuss internal administrative matters such as membership, meeting schedules, and subcommittee development.

• Rezoning of 54 and 56 Middlesex Ave. and 15 Adams St. to Innovation District
• Presentation on the Community Preservation Act (CPA)
• Groundwater separation rezoning presentation
• Amending the Burlington Stormwater Management Bylaw
• Discussion regarding Mall Road Mass Development initiative

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussions include creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts, including the Town Center.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Review of Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Review of Zoning Bylaw Article XIII regarding signage definitions and maintenance
• Review of Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hear presentations on two warrant articles regarding rezoning for specific developments. The committee will also discuss internal administrative matters and the Mall Road Mass Development initiative.

• Rezoning presentation for Network Dr./Nordblom PDD
• Rezoning presentation for mixed use development at 135 Cambridge St.
• Discussion on Mall Road Mass Development initiative
• Discussion on Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) project
• Vote on February 9, 2022 meeting minutes

General Bylaw Review Committee

The General Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to discuss several proposed amendments to town bylaws. The body will review proposals regarding committee compensation, stormwater management, and the creation of a new design review committee.

• Proposed article to create Town Center Design review committee
• Proposed Amendment to General Bylaw Article 5 regarding committee secretary compensation
• Proposed changes to General Bylaw Article XIV, Section 6, Burlington Stormwater Management Bylaw
• Review of Select Board Article #13, paragraph 1.14.2
• Appointment of an additional GBRC member

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, the Parks Superintendent, and the Programming department. The body will also discuss the Revolving Account and the Community Preservation Act Committee.

• Revolving Account Report
• Community Preservation Act Committee discussion

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss progress on cybersecurity policy implementation and a recap of the Town Administration meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding scanning software acquisition and budget feedback.

• Implementation of Cybersecurity Policy Progress
• Ways & Means Feedback regarding MIS Budget
• Scanning Software Acquisition
• Executive Session: Cybersecurity in light of events in Ukraine

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to review reports from the Director and Minuteman Senior Services. The body will discuss new business regarding marketing, logos, and brochures, as well as the reopening of the COA and Senior Center.

• Marketing, logo, and brochures discussion
• Covid-19 reopening of COA and Senior Center
• Minuteman Senior Services report
• Director's Report

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee is reviewing articles for the May Zoning Warrant. The body is also discussing potential zoning bylaw amendments for September 2022.

• Groundwater Separation article
• Northwest Park PDD Amendment by Nordblom Development Company
• Town Center Multifamily District article by Novaya Real Estate Ventures
• Proposed amendments for Accessory Use definitions and regulations
• Proposed amendments for Signage and the Housing Choice Act

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is discussing the creation of a permanent Design Review Committee. The committee is reviewing proposed zoning bylaw articles regarding signage districts, including specific rules for the Town Center Signage District.

• Proposal for a General Bylaw Article to create a Permanent Design Review Committee
• Review of Design Guidelines for Burlington Signage Districts
• Discussion of Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Review of Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Section 13.3 regarding sign definitions and permits
• Review of the Town Center Signage District Sign Bylaw Table

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is holding an emergency meeting. The committee will enter an executive session to discuss cybersecurity regarding events in Ukraine.

• Executive session regarding cybersecurity in light of events in Ukraine

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws. Discussions include creating a permanent Design Review Committee and establishing rules for Burlington Signage Districts.

• Creation of a permanent Design Review Committee
• Town Center Design Rules and Regulations
• Burlington Signage Districts Zoning Map review
• Article XIII Section 13.3 signage definitions and regulations
• Town Center Signage District (TCSD) requirements

General Bylaw Review Committee

The General Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Burlington Stormwater Management Bylaw. The committee will also address vacancies and review previous meeting minutes.

• Proposed changes to General Bylaw Article XIV, Section 6, Burlington Stormwater Management Bylaw
• Selection of candidates to fill committee vacancies
• Vote on minutes from January 18, 2022 and December 14, 2021

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, the Parks Superintendent, and programming staff. The commission is scheduled to discuss and vote on the FY 23 budget.

• FY 23 Budget discussion and vote

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to discuss potential amendments to zoning bylaws for September 2022. The body will also review updates on January and May zoning warrant articles.

• Discussion of Accessory Use Definitions and Regulations
• Discussion of Housing Choice Act revised housing terms
• Discussion of signage bylaws
• Review of May Zoning Warrant Articles

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hear a discussion from Melisa Tintocalis regarding Town Meeting Warrant article #2. The committee will then vote on the article concerning the modernization of retail uses for education, experiential, and interactive purposes.

• TM Warrant article #2: Modernizing Retail Uses: Education and Experiential and Interactive Uses
• Vote on minutes from September 20, 2021 meeting

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review December minutes and receive reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director. New business includes discussion of marketing, logos, and brochures, while old business covers Covid-19 topics.

• Review of December minutes
• Minuteman Senior Services report
• Director's Report
• Marketing/Logo/Brochures discussion
• Covid-19 discussion

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to review the FY2023 budget proposal and requests. The committee will also discuss the current status of cybersecurity policy implementation.

• IS FY2023 Budget Proposal & Asks
• Cybersecurity Policy Implementation status

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss and vote on FY 23 Warrant Articles. The meeting also includes reports from the Director of Parks & Recreation, the Parks Superintendent, and programming staff.

• Vote on FY 23 Warrant Articles

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will discuss and vote on zoning bylaw articles #2-5 for the Town Meeting Warrant. The committee will also review warrant articles #15-16 and discuss membership shortages and meeting protocols.

• Vote on TM Warrant zoning bylaw articles #2-5
• Discussion of LUC warrant articles #15-16
• Discussion of LUC membership shortage
• Vote on minutes of prior meetings

General Bylaw Review Committee

The General Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on specific town bylaws. The agenda includes reviews of town meeting attendance and Select Board hearing requirements.

• Proposed changes to General Bylaw Article XIV, Section 6, Burlington Stormwater Management Bylaw
• Review and vote on General Article regarding town meeting attendance
• Review of Select Board mandatory hearing article

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to discuss January Zoning Warrant Articles. The committee will also review regulations for accessory use structures in the RO zoning district.

• Modernizing Retail Uses: Educational and Experimental and Interactive Uses
• Outdoor Seating
• Signage Bylaws: Article II and Article 13.1
• Definitions and regulations for structures, setbacks, and heights for accessory use in RO zoning district

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates to the town's cybersecurity policy and readiness metrics. The committee will also review the software inventory and collection process.

• Cybersecurity Policy updates and next steps
• Metrics to assess Cybersecurity Readiness policy
• Software Inventory & Collection Process
• Report for January Town Meeting

Zoning Bylaw Review Committee

The Sign Bylaw Subcommittee is meeting to review design guidelines and zoning map articles for Burlington Signage Districts. The committee will discuss specific regulations in Zoning Bylaw Article XIII, including sign definitions, permits, and maintenance.

• Design Guidelines for Burlington Signage Districts
• Zoning Bylaw Article related to Signage Districts Zoning Map
• Zoning Bylaw Article XIII Section 13.3 regarding sign definitions and permits
• Town Center Signage District (TCSD) general bylaw requirements and sign table