Burlington public meetings in 2024

Town Meeting Electronic Voting Committee

This is a procedural discussion meeting. The committee will set goals, weigh pros and cons of electronic voting for Town Meeting, and define criteria for evaluating vendors. No votes or binding decisions are on the agenda.

• Discuss committee goals
• Discuss pros and cons of e-voting for Burlington Town Meeting
• Discuss criteria for evaluating process and vendor offerings
• Any other topics related to e-voting
• Review past minutes, if available

School Committee

The Marshall Simonds Middle School Field Subcommittee is meeting to receive a presentation from NERA, review project updates, and discuss a draft Memorandum of Understanding. Public participation is also scheduled.

• NERA presentation
• Project update
• MOU draft update
• Project discussion
• Public participation

The Marshall Simonds Middle School Field Subcommittee voted 10-0 to remove synthetic turf from the terrace seating due to cost constraints. They also discussed several project details, including terrace steps, wetland replication, field pitch adjustment, and drainage remediation. No public participation was recorded.

• Voted 10-0 to remove synthetic turf from terrace seating
• Directed NESRA to review and cost model a 7-level terrace with 2 ADA-compliant levels
• Scheduled a meeting with the Conservation Commission (date TBD)
• Tasked Mr. Brooks to coordinate with the planning board on walkway permitting
• Tasked Mr. Chuna to coordinate DPW resources for drain pipe remediation

Board of Health

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting to hear an epidemiologic discussion on the 2022 Capacity Assessment, review program updates including the website and strategic plan, and receive a tobacco inspector update. No votes or formal decisions are listed.

• Epi discussion on 2022 Capacity Assessment
• Program updates: website, strategic plan, other updates
• Tobacco inspector updates

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board approved the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes. Katy Doughty presented the 2022 Capacity Assessment results, noting Disease Control and Prevention had the lowest score and providing a resource guide. The board discussed program updates, including website design, strategic plan meetings, and training schedules. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters.

• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Scheduled strategic plan kick-off meeting for January 8, 2025
• Scheduled hoarding training for February 25, 2025
• Rescheduled February 19, 2025 meeting to 3:00-4:00 PM

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss the 250th celebration and updates on the Union School and Old Burial Ground. The body will also review museum cataloging, shed progress, and the annual budget report.

• 250th celebration
• Union School
• Old Burial Ground signs
• Museum Cataloging/Scanning
• Budget/annual report

The Burlington Historical Commission met on December 18, 2024, and accepted the Secretary and Treasurer's reports. Members discussed plans for the 250th Celebration, including having tables at the EXPO, and considered preserving materials from the Union School. They also discussed adding QR codes and plaques to graves at the Old Burial Ground for Patriots Day. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussions or plans.

• Accepted Secretary and Treasurer's reports
• Agreed to have tables at the EXPO for the 250th Celebration
• Discussed preserving stone and wood from Union School for historical markers
• Discussed adding QR codes to graves of Abigail Jones, Cuff Trott, James Reed, James Walker, Sylvanus Wood
• Discussed adding plaques for Revolutionary Soldiers at Old Burial Ground
• Noted contractor will do shed slab, footing and tree removal pending
• Received gravestone rubbings donation from Rob Costa; library display pending trustee approval

Human Services Committee

The Burlington Human Services Committee will meet virtually on December 17, 2024. Agenda items include approval of minutes from November 12, discussion of the Civic Expo, and general old/new business. No specific proposals, contracts, or votes on ordinances are listed.

• Discussion of Civic Expo
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2024

The Burlington Human Services Committee met on December 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting by a 4-0 vote. The committee discussed several old business items, including recruitment strategies, a potential food pantry newsletter, and a warrant article for a Human Services Director, but no formal decisions were made on these topics. New business included scheduling the next meeting for January 8 or 14, 2025.

• Approved minutes from 11/12/2024 (4-0)
• Discussed recruitment at Town Meeting (no decision)
• Discussed food pantry newsletter and outreach (no decision)
• Discussed warrant article for Human Services Director (no decision)

General Bylaw Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss several proposed articles for the January Warrant. The session will also address filling the Recording Clerk position and petitions for the May 2025 warrant.

• Discussion on January Warrant articles including Conservation Committee, Beautifying Burlington, and Land Use Committee
• Discussion on article to rescind marijuana prohibition
• Discussion on Animal Control Officer article
• Filling position of Recording Clerk
• Petition for Remote Access for May 2025

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss design updates for the Fox Hill School project and vote on invoices and commitments. The committee will also review the project schedule and approve minutes from the previous meeting. Two public comment periods are scheduled.

• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments for the Fox Hill School project
• Design updates presentation
• Review of completed and upcoming meetings
• Project schedule review

The Burlington School Building Committee approved a $290,482.50 amendment to DiNisco's contract for construction-phase consulting on geothermal, wetland, and hazardous materials work, along with three invoices totaling $381,135.50. The committee also reviewed design updates for the Fox Hill Elementary School project, including solar panel options, playground accessibility, and kitchen layouts, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved DiNisco Amendment No. 10 for $290,482.50 (9-0)
• Approved DiNisco invoices totaling $361,543.00 (10-0)
• Approved Dore & Whittier invoice No. 27 for $19,592.50 (10-0)
• Approved October 29, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-1)

Board of Appeals

The Burlington Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on a variance for a subdivision at 100 Francis Wyman Road and a special sign permit for J. CREW FACTORY at 6 Wayside Road. The board will also hear a continuation presentation on a warrant article from the ZBRC Town Center Signage Subcommittee and vote to approve previous meeting minutes.

• Variance request for Lot B at 100 Francis Wyman Road to subdivide 37,600 sq. ft. into two lots; Lot B would have 17,600 sq. ft., below the minimum area requirement of Article V, Section 5.2.0.
• Special sign permit for J. CREW FACTORY at 6 Wayside Road (Unit N) to install one illuminated wall sign (70.12 sq. ft.) on the rear elevation, subject to prior ZBA decisions restricting additional signage.
• Continuation hearing on a Town Center Signage Subcommittee warrant article presented by the Zoning Bylaw Review Committee (ZBRC).
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024, and December 3, 2024.

The Board of Appeals approved a special sign permit for a "J. CREW FACTORY" wall sign at 6 Wayside Road (Unit N), to be installed on the rear of the building facing Route 95, with conditions. The board continued the hearing for a variance request at 100 Francis Wyman Road to subdivide a lot into two parcels until January 21, 2025, pending a revised plot plan and renderings. The board also continued a presentation on a ZBRC Town Center Signage warrant article to January 7, 2025, and approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved special sign permit for J. CREW FACTORY wall sign at 6 Wayside Road (5-0)
• Continued variance hearing for 100 Francis Wyman Road subdivision to Jan 21, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued ZBRC Town Center Signage warrant article to Jan 7, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 19, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 3, 2024 (5-0)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee is meeting to review recommendations for the FY26 Capital Budget and preview highlights of the FY26 Operating Budget. The body will also receive an update regarding the MSBA.

• Review of FY26 Capital Budget Recommendations
• Preview of FY26 Operating Budget Highlights
• MSBA Update

The Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee, meeting jointly with the Budget Subcommittee, reviewed the FY26 capital and operating budgets, projecting a 3.57% overall increase. They recommended putting the Bakery/Cosmetology project on hold and instead converting the space into classrooms for under $50,000, with savings transferred to the Stabilization Fund. No formal votes were taken on these recommendations; the only motions were to approve the prior minutes and to adjourn, both carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 as written (unanimous)
• Recommended Bakery/Cosmetology project be put on hold
• Recommended moving forward with classroom conversion for the bakery space
• Recommended transferring saved funds into the Stabilization Fund
• Adjourned at 6:52 p.m. (unanimous)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee will hold a regular meeting on December 17, 2024. Items include a superintendent's evaluation update, revisions to FY24 transfers to the Health Insurance Trust Fund, an MSBA update, and approval of bills and payroll. Subcommittee reports on wellness, negotiations, budget, and facilities will also be presented.

• Approval of bills and payroll
• Principal's update on School Climate Survey
• Superintendent's evaluation update
• Revisions to FY24 transfers to Health Insurance Trust Fund
• MSBA update

The committee was informed that the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) invited Shawsheen into the Eligibility Phase for a building/renovation project, with a 270-day window starting August 1. The committee approved legal invoice payments, meeting minutes, a donation request from the Tewksbury Council on Aging, updated leave of absence insurance procedures (9-1), and rescinded prior FY24 transfers to the Health Insurance Trust Fund, approving the actual amount of $442,393. No public comment was made.

• Approved legal invoice payments totaling $3,160.09 (10-0)
• Approved November 26, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved Tewksbury Council on Aging request and donation of girls hockey practice jerseys (unanimous)
• Approved updated Leave of Absence Insurance Coverage procedures (9-1, Meuse no)
• Rescinded June/July 2024 transfers to Health Insurance Trust Fund and approved actual transfer of $442,393 (unanimous)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational/Technical School District Budget Subcommittee is meeting to review recommendations for the FY26 Capital Budget. The committee will also preview highlights of the FY26 Operating Budget and receive an MSBA update.

• Review of FY26 Capital Budget Recommendations
• Preview of FY26 Operating Budget Highlights
• MSBA Update

The Budget Subcommittee met jointly with the Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee to review the FY26 capital and operating budgets. They recommended putting the Bakery/Cosmetology project on hold and instead converting the space into classrooms for under $50,000, with savings transferred to the Stabilization Fund. The subcommittee also discussed a potential feasibility study for a new school or major renovation, estimated at $1.5-2 million, which could impact the FY27 budget. No formal votes were taken on these recommendations; the only motions were to approve the prior meeting minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 as written (unanimous)
• Recommended Bakery/Cosmetology project be put on hold
• Recommended converting bakery space to classrooms for under $50,000
• Recommended transferring saved funds to Stabilization Fund
• Adjourned at 6:53 p.m. (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider an update and approval of a Mixed Use Zoning District Proposal, which could affect future development. They will also discuss a proposed increase in ambulance rates by the Fire Department. Other items include a public hearing on transferring a liquor license from Al Maidah to Samriddhi at 184 Cambridge Street, approval of new class licenses for Belback Motor Group and Ten One Tea House, and annual renewal of various business licenses. The board will also review the January 2025 Town Meeting Warrant Index.

• Update/Approval: Mixed Use Zoning District Proposal
• Discussion/Approval: Fire Department Ambulance Rate Increase Proposal
• Public Hearing: Transfer Liquor License from Al Maidah to Samriddhi at 184 Cambridge Street
• Approval: New Class Licenses - GL-24-152 Class II Belback Motor Group, 1500 District Ave; GL-24-175 Victualler Ten One Tea House, 75 Middlesex TPK #1075
• Approval: January TM Warrant Index 2025

The Burlington Select Board voted unanimously to support a mixed-use zoning district proposal for the January Town Meeting and approved an increase in fire-ambulance rates. It also approved a liquor license transfer, new Class II and victualler's licenses, an organizational study proposal, annual license renewals, and the January Town Meeting warrant index. A discussion on reorganizing the scholarship committee process was deferred pending further meetings.

• Supported mixed-use zoning district warrant article for January Town Meeting (5-0)
• Approved fire-ambulance rate increase (5-0)
• Approved transfer of liquor license at 184 Cambridge Street from Al Madiah to Samriddhi (5-0)
• Approved new Class II and Victualler's licenses (5-0)
• Approved Collins Center organizational study proposal (5-0)
• Approved annual license renewals (5-0)
• Approved January 2025 Town Meeting warrant index (5-0)

Disability Access Commission

The Disability Access Commission will meet to review minutes and receive updates from town departments. The body will discuss handicap parking fine funds and accessibility operations.

• Approval of September 2024 minutes
• Lahey Clinic update
• Burlington Police Department report on HP violations and Operation Access
• Handicap parking fine fund update

The Burlington Disability Access Commission unanimously approved allocating $5,000 to relaunch Operation Access, a trial program for enhanced handicap parking enforcement. The commission also heard from a police sergeant about enforcement efforts and agreed to address reported violations at Lahey Clinic. Minutes from September 2024 were approved unanimously.

• Approved September 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 allocation for Trial Operation Access (unanimous)

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Town of Burlington Scholarship Fund committee will meet to discuss unweighted GPA options with a guest from BHS. The body will also review the status of its reorganization with the Select Board and discuss recruiting new committee members.

• Discussion of unweighted GPA options with BHS guest Joe Attubato
• Status update on reorganization process with Burlington Select Board
• Review of committee member requirements for recruitment
• Review of completed and outstanding development actions

The Burlington Scholarship Fund Committee met with a BHS representative to plan scholarship outreach, including adding links to the town website and social media, and discussed a potential TikTok account. They set the 2025 timeline: applications sent March 1, due April 1, and Scholarship Night on May 29. The committee also discussed photo consent for recipients and recruitment of new members.

• Approved minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting
• Discussed adding scholarship links to town webpage and social media
• Discussed creating a TikTok account for outreach
• Set application timeline: sent March 1, 2025; due April 1, 2025
• Noted BHS Scholarship Night on May 29, 2025
• Discussed photo consent language for application form
• Discussed recruiting new committee members for next year

Land Use Committee

The Burlington Land Use Committee will discuss several zoning proposals for the upcoming January 2025 Town Meeting, including a Mixed Use Innovation District, a Middle Housing District, and an Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw amendment. A Retail Marijuana Overlay is listed as tentative. The committee will also handle routine administrative items such as minutes approval and liaison reports.

• Mixed Use Innovation District proposal for January 2025 Town Meeting
• Middle Housing District planning discussion
• ADU Bylaw Amendment planning discussion
• Retail Marijuana Overlay discussion (tentative)
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding residential construction at 38 Freeport Drive and 39 Hilltop Drive. The body will also discuss proposed revisions to the Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw and the Stormwater Bylaw Regulations.

• Public Hearing: Demolish and construct new dwelling at 38 Freeport Drive
• Public Hearing: Addition to single family house at 39 Hilltop Drive
• Continued Public Hearing: Resource area boundary confirmation at 123 Cambridge Street
• Proposed revisions to Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw
• Ratification of Emergency Certification for dam breaching in Sawmill Brook Conservation Area

The Burlington Conservation Commission approved a Certificate of Compliance for a completed patio project at 5 Fowler Terrace and released its $1,000 bond. It continued public hearings for a new dwelling at 38 Freeport Drive and an addition at 39 Hilltop Drive to January 9, 2025, and closed a hearing to issue a resource area delineation order for 123 Cambridge Street. The commission also ratified an emergency certification for debris removal in Sawmill Brook, ratified an enforcement order for 7 A Street, and appointed Sadie Backstrom as Associate Commissioner. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Certificate of Compliance for 5 Fowler Terrace (6-0)
• Released $1,000 bond for 5 Fowler Terrace (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 38 Freeport Drive to Jan 9, 2025 (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 39 Hilltop Drive to Jan 9, 2025 (6-0)
• Closed hearing and issued resource area delineation order for 123 Cambridge Street (6-0)
• Continued Stormwater Bylaw revisions hearing to Feb 13, 2025 (6-0)
• Ratified emergency certification for Sawmill Brook blockage removal (6-0)
• Appointed Sadie Backstrom as Associate Commissioner (6-0)

Library Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the Director's Report, which includes discussion of the FY26 Budget, the Fogelberg Partitions project, and cleaning collection data. They will also consider new business regarding artifacts from the Historical Commission. Standard items include approval of minutes and citizen comments.

• Discussion of FY26 Budget
• Fogelberg Partitions project update
• Cleaning collection data project
• Consideration of Historical Commission artifacts
• Review of minutes from previous meeting

The Burlington Library Trustees approved up to $70,000 for new room partitions in the Fogelberg Area, split equally between LIGMEG and Donations accounts. They also accepted donations totaling $3,250 and approved $2,750 in funding for children's programming and materials. The board voted to review the display policy to accommodate the Historic Commission's semiquincentennial exhibit request.

• Approved up to $35,000 from LIGMEG and $35,000 from Donations for Fogelberg room partitions (5-0)
• Accepted donations totaling $3,250 from Sicard Living Trust, Adrian Kan, and Burlington Friends of the Library (5-0)
• Approved $2,750 from Donations for children's programming, Overdrive materials, and games (5-0)
• Approved motion to examine display policy for semiquincentennial displays (4-0-1)
• Approved November 14, 2024 minutes as amended (4-0-1)

Burlington High School Building Committee

The Burlington High School Building Committee and School Committee will meet to consider approving minutes and invoices, and vote on non-high school programming items. They will also receive a project update from Tappé Architects and discuss the project schedule, cost comparisons, and community outreach. The meeting includes two public comment periods.

• Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes (vote expected)
• Approval of invoices and commitments (vote expected)
• Vote on non-high school programming (vote expected)
• Discussion of PDP cost comparison
• Project update from Tappé Architects

The Burlington High School Building Committee approved the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes, a $13,200 amendment to Tappé Architects for ANRAD services, and invoices totaling $52,461. The committee also discussed non-high school programming options and reviewed cost comparisons for various project scopes, with no final decision made on those items.

• Approved November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved Tappé Amendment No. 1 for $13,200 (ANRAD services)
• Approved Dore & Whittier Invoice No. 13 for $18,000
• Approved Tappé Invoice No. 241109 for $34,461

Town Meeting Electronic Voting Committee

The Town Meeting Electronic Voting Committee will meet to discuss committee goals and the advantages and disadvantages of implementing e-voting in Burlington. The body will also review past minutes and other related topics.

• Discussion of committee goals
• Analysis of pros and cons of e-voting for Town Meeting

The committee met to discuss goals and the Moderator's perspective on Town Meeting voting procedures, noting that most votes are by standing or raised hands, with roll call votes used infrequently. They discussed criteria for evaluating voting methods, such as accuracy, privacy, security, cost, and ease of use, and agreed to research the number of 2/3rds and roll call votes and examine candidate voting systems. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned at 8:05 PM.

• Discussed committee goals and voting criteria (no vote)
• Agreed to tabulate number of 2/3rds and roll call votes (no vote)
• Agreed to examine candidate voting systems and costs (no vote)

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group is holding a virtual meeting to discuss working agenda items and other topics. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed for this session. The group is voluntarily making its meeting public but is not a public body under the Open Meeting Law.

• No specific agenda items provided beyond call to order and working agenda discussion

The Executive Working Group met to prepare for the Dec. 17 School Building Committee (SBC) meeting, which will include votes on November minutes and invoices. The kitchen designer will add space for a tray washing station, with a memo on pros and cons. No final decisions were made at this working group meeting.

• Agreed to include tray washing station space in kitchen design (pending SBC decision)
• Scheduled Dec. 17 SBC agenda with votes on Nov. 19 minutes and invoices

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will meet to approve financial records and certifications. The board will review monthly accounting and actuarial valuation reports.

• Approval of paid invoices totaling $75,194.05
• Approval of Payroll Journal totaling $21,630.74
• Signing of the Civil Rights Certification
• EOHLC’S Insurance program invoice for 11/17/2024 — 11/17/2025
• Review of Odyssey Advisors Report OPEB GASB 74 & 75 Actuarial Valuation

The Burlington Housing Authority approved the November 2024 warrant of paid invoices ($75,194.05) and payroll journal ($21,630.74), along with the Civil Rights Certification for the Section 8 program and the EOHLC insurance program. The board also reviewed the October 2024 accounting report and an OPEB actuarial valuation. No new business was discussed.

• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved warrant of paid invoices $75,194.05 and payroll journal $21,630.74 for November 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved signing of Civil Rights Certification for Section 8 Program (unanimous)
• Approved EOHLC Insurance Program invoice for 11/17/2024-11/17/2025 (unanimous)
• Reviewed October 2024 Monthly Accounting Report, Cost Comparatives, and Extraordinary Expenditure Reports
• Reviewed Odyssey Advisors OPEB GASB 74 & 75 Actuarial Valuation (Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 21, 2025)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Tech School Committee's negotiation team will hold a meeting to approve prior executive session minutes and receive an update on negotiations with the Shawsheen Teachers Association (STA). No votes on contract terms are scheduled; the agenda is primarily an informational update.

• Approval of executive session minutes from March 19, 2024
• Update on status of STA (teachers' union) negotiations

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Union Contract Negotiation Team met on December 11, 2024, and approved minutes from March 19, 2024, including executive session minutes. The team then entered executive session to discuss union contracts, returning to open session only to adjourn. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved Union Contract Negotiation Team Minutes of March 19, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of March 19, 2024 (3-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss union contracts (3-0)
• Adjourned at 6:04 p.m. (unanimous)

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee will meet to discuss cybersecurity policy. The committee will also provide updates on a grant request and incident response plans.

• Cybersecurity policy discussion
• Grant request updates
• Incident response plans updates

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-0) and discussed the revised cybersecurity policy, agreeing to share it with the Town Administrator and Select Board for feedback. The cybersecurity grant is approved but funds not yet received, and the consultant cannot continue until funds are available. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-0)
• Agreed to share revised cybersecurity policy with Town Administrator and Select Board for comment

School Committee

The Burlington School Committee will vote on a donation from Planet Fitness and a grant from the Burlington Education Foundation. Members will also receive updates on the Fox Hill and BHS building committees, transportation, and finance. A student report and the Journey to C.A.R.E.S. initiative are on the agenda.

• Planet Fitness Donation – vote
• Burlington Education Foundation (BEF) Grant – vote
• Fox Hill School Building Committee – update
• BHS Building Committee – update
• School Climate Survey Reminder

The Burlington School Committee approved a $80,000 transfer from salaries to non-salary budget to cover higher-than-expected translation and interpretation costs. They also accepted a Planet Fitness equipment donation and a $10,000 BEF grant for robotics kits. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved $80,000 budget transfer from salaries to non-salary (4-0)
• Accepted Planet Fitness equipment donation for middle and high schools (4-0)
• Accepted $10,000 BEF grant for elementary robotics kits (4-0)
• Approved warrant as submitted (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/12/24 (4-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to consider a variance request for keeping animals at 11 Algonquin Drive, discuss the FY2026 budget and the 2025 meeting schedule, and receive staff reports.

• Variance request under Article V, Section 2.5(A) for keeping animals at 11 Algonquin Drive
• Permit discussion for minimum standards for keeping animals at 11 Algonquin Drive
• Discussion of FY2026 Board of Health Budget
• Discussion of 2025 Board of Health Meeting Schedule

The Burlington Board of Health approved a variance and a permit for keeping chickens at 11 Algonquin Drive, despite the coop being less than 15 feet from the property line. The board also approved the FY 2026 budget and the 2025 meeting schedule. All other reports were accepted unanimously.

• Approved variance for minimum standards for keeping animals at 11 Algonquin Drive (3-1)
• Approved permit with conditions for keeping animals at 11 Algonquin Drive (4-0)
• Approved FY 2026 Board of Health budget (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Board of Health meeting schedule (4-0)
• Approved Supervisory Nurse report (4-0)
• Approved Environmental Engineer report (4-0)
• Approved Associate Director of Public Health report (4-0)
• Approved Director of Public Health, Associate Health Inspector, and Health Agent reports (4-0)

Planning Board

The Burlington Sculpture Park Committee and Recreation board will meet to plan 2025 events and receive updates on pig sculpture placements, a subcommittee report on the park's future, and temporary sculpture relocation during police station construction. The agenda also includes an update on a FOIA request from Ms Adronica. These are discussion items; no formal votes or financial decisions are listed.

• Update on temporary placement of sculptures during police station construction
• 2025 events planning
• Update on FOIA request from Ms Adronica
• Update on pig placements
• Update from subcommittee on park future

The committee voted to change its name to Burlington Public Arts Council and discussed a draft job description for a stipended Public Arts Coordinator. They also discussed the temporary relocation of sculptures during police station construction, with members split between 61 Center St and the Common. No formal decisions were made on funding or relocation.

• Voted to change committee name to Burlington Public Arts Council
• Discussed draft job description for stipended Public Arts Coordinator (no vote)
• Discussed sculpture relocation options for police station construction (no decision)

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 9, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, reports, and public participation. The only substantive discussion item is the FY26 Capital discussion under old business.

• FY26 Capital discussion under old business

The Burlington Recreation Commission unanimously approved five capital warrant articles for FY26, totaling $540,000, covering accessibility improvements, a basketball court renovation, a sensory trailer, new mowers, and a pickup truck. The commission also approved the November 18 meeting minutes and discussed ongoing projects like the MSMS field renovation and the Tree Lighting event.

• Approved $100,000 warrant article for accessible walkways at Simonds Park (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 warrant article for Rahanis Park basketball court renovation (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 warrant article for accessible sensory trailer (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 warrant article for two 12' zero turn mowers and trailer (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 warrant article for new Ford F350 pickup with plow (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)

School Committee

The Wellness Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss parent engagement initiatives and survey results. The body will review updates on school climate and YRBS implementation plans.

• Parent Engagement Initiatives: Open house, Parent Lunch and Learn, and Student-Afternoon Insights
• DESSA Survey Results
• School Climate updates and implementation plan
• YRBS updates and implementation plan

The Burlington Public Schools Wellness Advisory Committee met on December 5, 2024, and reviewed updates on parent engagement, Dessa results, YRBS, and the School Climate Survey. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and planning-focused. Next meeting is scheduled for March 6, 2025.

• Reviewed parent engagement action steps, noting increased participation via ParentSquare
• Noted Dessa results: K-5 students in 'need' category are receiving targeted skill development with school counselors
• Noted grades 6-8 students offered targeted skill development through group interventions
• Noted grades 9-12 students will be offered SEL workshops during flex block starting January 2025
• Scheduled spring Dessa administration for May 2025
• Scheduled YRBS question review by end of January and administration in March 2025
• Noted School Climate Survey results will be shared with School Committee in the near future
• Scheduled next meeting for March 6, 2025 at 6:30 pm virtually

Planning Board

The Burlington Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on amendments to the zoning bylaws regarding Accessory Dwelling Units, a new Mixed Use Innovation District, signage districts, and a Mixed Use Middle Housing Overlay District. Additionally, four special permit applications for 31-37 North Avenue by Fabri Inc. will be withdrawn at the applicant's request.

• Continued public hearing – Amendment to align ADU zoning with state law
• Continued public hearing – Creation of new Mixed Use Innovation (MIX) District
• Continued public hearing – New signage districts and Town Center Overlay signage regulations
• Continued public hearing – Creation of Mixed Use Middle Housing Overlay District
• Withdrawal of four special permit applications for 31-37 North Avenue (Fabri Inc.)

The Burlington Planning Board voted 3-4 to deny a favorable recommendation for the proposed Mixed-Use Innovation (MIX) District zoning amendment, which would have allowed mixed-use development along Mall Road. The board did approve favorable recommendations for amendments aligning zoning with state ADU laws (6-1) and for new signage regulations for the Town Center Overlay District (7-0). It also approved a Middle Housing Overlay District amendment (7-0) and accepted the withdrawal of four special permit applications for 31-37 North Avenue.

• Denied favorable recommendation for MIX District zoning amendment (3-4)
• Approved favorable recommendation for ADU zoning amendment (6-1)
• Approved favorable recommendation for signage regulations (7-0)
• Approved favorable recommendation for Middle Housing Overlay District (7-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of special permit applications for 31-37 North Avenue (6-0)

School Committee

The MSMS Field Subcommittee will meet to hear a presentation from NERA Engineering. The body will then engage in a project discussion.

• NERA Engineering Presentation
• Project Discussion

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a request for two wall signs at 6 Wayside Avenue Unit A. The board will also receive a presentation from the ZBRC Town Center Signage Subcommittee regarding a warrant article.

• Special sign permit request for two 2'9" H x 15'6" L signs at 6 Wayside Avenue Unit A ('PURE HOCKEY')
• Presentation by ZBRC Town Center Signage Subcommittee on a Warrant Article
• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024 and November 19, 2024

Town Meeting Electronic Voting Committee

This is the initial meeting of the Town Meeting Electronic Voting Committee. Members will elect a chair and secretary, set a regular meeting schedule, receive remarks from the Town Clerk, and define high-level goals and expected outcomes. No policy decisions or concrete proposals are on the agenda.

• Elect committee chairperson and secretary
• Set recurring meeting cadence
• Remarks from Town Clerk Amy Warfield
• Define high-level goals and expected results
• Plan agenda for the next meeting

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Audit Subcommittee will meet to hear a presentation of the FY23 financial audit from Marcum LLP and vote on accepting the financial statement and auditors' report. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Presentation of FY23 Financial Audit by Marcum LLP
• Vote to Accept Financial Statement & Auditors Report
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2023

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee will consider voting on new policy ACA-R regarding school committee/staff interaction. They will also vote on the financial statement and auditors report. The consent agenda includes approval of bills, payroll, minutes, and appointment of a municipal representative for collective bargaining.

• Vote on Policy ACA-R
• Vote to approve Financial Statement & Auditors Report
• Consent agenda: approval of bills and payroll
• Appointment of Municipal Representative for Collective Bargaining
• Disposal of surplus equipment notification

School Committee

The MSMS Fields Subcommittee will hear a presentation from NERA Engineering on a fields project, followed by discussion. The meeting also includes public participation and approval of previous minutes.

• NERA Engineering presentation on fields project
• Project discussion by subcommittee
• Public participation period

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct multiple public hearings on proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaws, including creating a Mixed Use Innovation District, a Marijuana Retail overlay district, and a Mixed Use Middle Housing Overlay District. Other hearings address signage regulations for the Town Center Overlay District and aligning with state ADU laws. Additionally, the board will consider special permits for restaurants at 154 Cambridge Street and 271 Cambridge Street.

• New Mixed Use Innovation (MIX) District zoning amendment
• New Marijuana Retail overlay district for recreational dispensaries
• New Mixed Use Middle Housing Overlay District
• Zoning bylaw amendments for signage districts in Town Center Overlay
• Public hearings on special permits for restaurants at 154 and 271 Cambridge Street

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee of the Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational/Technical School District will meet on November 20, 2024. The agenda includes discussion and updates on the process and content for the FY26 operating and capital budgets, along with updates on FY25 spending. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on budget planning.

• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2024
• Discussion/update on FY26 operating budget process and content
• Discussion/update on FY26 capital budget process and content
• FY25 capital spending update
• FY25 operating spending update

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

This is a budget subcommittee meeting of the Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee. Members will discuss and update the process and content for the FY26 operating and capital budgets, and review FY25 spending updates. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is preparatory.

• Discussion on process and content for FY26 operating budget
• Discussion on process and content for FY26 capital budget
• FY25 capital spending update
• FY25 operating spending update
• Review of meeting dates and budget timeline

Board of Health

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board is meeting to review staff positions and receive program and tobacco inspector updates. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting.

• Review of staff positions for Community Outreach Worker, Communications Specialist, and PHN
• Program updates
• Tobacco Inspector updates
• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Burlington Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine administrative reports and updates on historical sites, including Union School and the Old Burial Ground. Other agenda items include cataloging museum artifacts, progress on a shed, and planning for the December meeting. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Update on Union School historical site
• Discussion of Old Burial Ground maintenance
• Progress report on shed project
• Museum cataloging and scanning of artifacts
• Planning for December meeting including refreshments

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Town of Burlington Scholarship Fund Committee will meet to review completed and outstanding development actions. The committee will also determine next steps for these items.

• Review of completed development actions
• Review of outstanding development actions
• Determination of next steps

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee will meet to discuss community enrollment, review the FY26 budget timeline, and select a municipal representative for collective bargaining matters. These items are for discussion and decision at the meeting.

• Community Enrollment Review
• FY26 Budget Timeline
• Select a municipal representative for collective bargaining by the district

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Burlington General Bylaw Review Committee will hold a remote meeting to discuss proposed articles for the January Town Meeting warrant and conduct other bylaw business. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion on articles for January warrant
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

School Committee

The joint Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes and invoices/commitments for the school building project, receive design updates, and discuss completed and upcoming meetings. Public comments will be taken twice.

• Approval of invoices and commitments for the Fox Hill School building project – vote expected
• Design updates for Fox Hill School
• Approval of the October 29, 2024 meeting minutes – vote expected

Planning Board

The Sculpture Park Relocation Subcommittee will meet to discuss moving sculptures during construction of the new police station. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda only covers this discussion item.

• Discussion of relocation of sculptures from Sculpture Park due to police station construction

Board of Appeals

The Burlington Board of Appeals will hold a continued hearing for a variance to build a two-car garage with an in-law apartment above at 31 Dolores Drive, which currently violates zoning by-laws. Also on the agenda are a continued hearing for an extension of an existing variance at 39 Hilltop Drive and a new hearing for an ADA-compliant bathroom addition at 91 Center Street. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss proposed 2025 meeting dates.

• Continued hearing #24-36: variance for two-car garage with in-law apartment at 31 Dolores Drive (right side setback 11.3 ft., in violation)
• Continued hearing #23-22: extension of variance from December 19, 2023 for a 12-foot left side setback at 39 Hilltop Drive
• New hearing #24-37: variance for ADA-compliant bathroom and shower addition at 91 Center Street (left side setback 14.4 ft.)
• Approve minutes from October 15, 2024 ZBA meeting
• Discussion of proposed 2025 ZBA meeting dates and application deadlines

Select Board

The Burlington Select Board will hold a public hearing on tax classification for FY2025, a key decision affecting property tax rates. Also on the agenda are updates on lead service line regulations, a presentation on residential zoning, and continued discussions on a debt exclusion and zoning bylaw articles for the January 2025 Town Meeting. The board will also consider a new auto sales license and sign policy changes.

• Public Hearing on Tax Classification FY2025
• Update on DPW Lead Service Line Regulations
• Presentation on Residential Zoning by John Hickey
• Approval of New General License for F and J Auto Sales LLC (Class II)
• Discussion/Approval of Ways and Means Debt Exclusion (continued)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is meeting to discuss several zoning and land use proposals. Key items include a Mixed Use Innovation District for the January 2025 Town Meeting and updates to housing and retail bylaws.

• Mixed Use Innovation District for the January 2025 Town Meeting
• Middle Housing District
• ADU Bylaw Amendment
• Retail Marijuana Overlay

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to review provisional and overseas ballots for acceptance or rejection. They will also review final election results. The meeting is procedural, with no other business listed.

• Review of provisional ballots for acceptance or rejection
• Review of overseas ballots for acceptance or rejection
• Review of final election results

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve prior minutes, receive reports from staff and the chair, and discuss the FY26 capital budget and revolving account expenditures. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of October 21, 2024 minutes
• Director of Parks & Recreation Report
• Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Report
• FY26 capital discussion
• Revolving account expenditures

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous minutes and sign motor vehicle abatements. The board will also review FY25 classification options before moving to a classification hearing at 6pm.

• Approval of previous minutes
• Signing of motor vehicle abatements and commitment
• Executive session regarding abatements
• Review of FY25 Classification Options

Conservation Commission

The Burlington Conservation Commission will hold a continued public hearing on proposed revisions to the Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw, as well as a separate public hearing on proposed Stormwater Bylaw Regulations. They will also discuss Mixed Use Zoning with the Economic Development Director. Other business includes requests for Determination of Applicability for projects at 38 Hilltop Drive, I95/US3 interchange improvements, and 51 North Avenue, plus a public hearing on resource area delineation at 123 Cambridge Street.

• Continued public hearing on proposed revisions to Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw
• Public hearing on proposed Stormwater Bylaw Regulations
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for wetland bylaw permit at 127 Bedford Street
• Determination of Applicability for I95/US3 interchange improvements and ramp work on C-D road
• Discussion on Mixed Use Zoning with Economic Development Director Melisa Tintocalis

Library Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive reports from trustees and the library director. The director's report includes discussion of Fogelberg Room partitions, an annual budget request from the Friends of the Library, E-Rate, social media, and an upcoming alpaca library visit.

• Discussion of Fogelberg Room Partitions
• Friends Annual Budget Request
• E-Rate update
• Social media discussion
• Alpacas Library Visit

Burlington High School Building Committee

The Burlington High School Building Committee will meet to approve invoices and review a budget update. The committee will receive a project update from Tappé Architects and discuss an upcoming community presentation scheduled for November 20, 2024.

• Approval of October 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments
• Budget update
• Project update from Tappé Architects
• Planning for Community Presentation No. 1 on November 20, 2024

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will vote on the FY2025 budget and approve warrants totaling $55,911.40 in paid invoices and $27,115.07 in payroll for October 2024. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings and review financial reports. A moment of silence is planned for Georgi Georgiev of Birchcrest Arms.

• Vote to approve FY2025 budget
• Approve warrants of $55,911.40 for paid invoices and $27,115.07 for payroll for October 2024
• Approve minutes from October 9 and October 23, 2024 board meetings
• Review September monthly accounting and cost comparatives

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group is holding a virtual meeting to discuss the project schedule and provide updates. The agenda is procedural, with no specific decisions, votes, or public hearings listed. The group is voluntarily making the meeting public despite not being subject to the Open Meeting Law.

• Agenda includes call to order, schedule updates, and other topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours prior

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will meet to review past activities and discuss specific administrative items. The agenda includes discussions on ambulance bills and the eligibility of certain town employees, including teachers and aides, for PFMLA.

• Ambulance bills
• PFMLA eligibility for town employees, including teachers and aides
• Town Meeting One Pager

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee will hold its November 12 meeting virtually to discuss cybersecurity policy updates and ongoing incident response planning. Members will also review minutes from the October 15 meeting and hear public comments.

• Review minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting
• Discuss cybersecurity policy updates
• Review incident response plans
• Consider grant request

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk is meeting to tally post-election ballots that were received after the polls closed but bear valid postmarks. This is a routine procedural step required by state law to count eligible absentee and mail-in ballots.

• Tallying of post-election ballots received after close of polls with postmarks

School Committee

The Burlington School Committee will vote on the Spanish Exchange Program for the 2024/2025 school year and Field Subcommittee recommendations. They will also discuss the BEF Award and School Climate Survey, and receive updates on the Fox Hill and BHS building committees, Pine Glen School, transportation, and finance.

• Vote on Spanish Exchange Program 2024/2025
• Vote on Field Subcommittee recommendations
• Discussion on BEF Award
• Update on Fox Hill School Building Committee
• Update on BHS Building Committee

Board of Health

The Burlington Board of Health will meet to consider a variance request for an external grease interceptor at J7 Adventureland and discuss proposed regulations for stormwater and runoff management. Staff reports from the Health Agent, Environmental Engineer, and Director of Public Health are also on the agenda.

• Variance: J7 Adventureland, 75 Middlesex Tpk. – external grease interceptor
• Discussion: BOH Regulations for Stormwater and Runoff Management presented by Christine Mathis, Environmental Engineer
• Approval of minutes and citizen's time

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to set an agenda for upcoming audits and establish a date for reviewing provisional ballots. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Setting agenda for audits
• Setting date for provisionals review

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School School Council will meet on November 7, 2024. Items include approval of minutes, updates from the principal and students, discussion of an open meeting law complaint and certification, and new business on a student attendance policy and the master schedule.

• Discussion of an Open Meeting Law complaint
• Certification of Open Meeting Law materials
• Review and possible action on Student Attendance Policy
• Consideration of Master Schedule
• Student update and principal's report

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss a proposed zoning amendment to create a Marijuana Retail Zoning Overlay District allowing retail marijuana dispensaries, submitted by a Town Meeting Member. They will also continue discussions on a Middle Housing Overlay District, an Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw, and Town Center Signage Bylaw. Public hearings include continued hearings for a special permit and site plan for a fast-food restaurant at 271 Cambridge Street, and a hearing on recreational marijuana dispensaries that is expected to be withdrawn.

• Discussion of zoning amendment to allow retail marijuana dispensaries in a new Marijuana Retail Zoning Overlay District
• Continued discussion on Middle Housing Overlay District
• Continued discussion on Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw
• Continued public hearing for Special Permit for fast-food restaurant at 271 Cambridge Street
• Extension of time discussion for 1 Burlington Mall Road

Ways & Means

The Burlington Ways & Means Committee will discuss and vote on a financial analysis of a mixed-use zoning proposal presented by Melissa Tentocolis. They will also review the capital budget planning process, discuss debt exclusion pros and cons, and update budget guidelines. Additionally, members will report on capital projects including the police station, high school, Fox Hill, and athletic fields.

• Financial analysis of mixed-use zoning proposal by Melissa Tentocolis
• Capital budget planning process discussion
• Debt exclusion discussion: pros, cons, and assumption updates
• Reports on Police Station, High School, Fox Hill, and Athletic Fields
• Review of past budget process and new member guide

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee and Select Board are meeting to discuss the police station project. The agenda includes reviews of the temporary plan, budget, and schedule.

• Review of temporary plan
• Budget discussion
• Project schedule review
• Neighborhood updates

Council on Aging

The Burlington Council on Aging will meet to approve September minutes, hear reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director, and discuss old business items including Poppy the Pig and a program evaluation. The agenda is procedural with no specific votes or financial items.

• Citizen Time for public comment
• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Report from Minuteman Senior Services
• Director's Report
• Old Business: Poppy the Pig and Program Evaluation

Select Board

The Burlington Select Board will hold a general session on November 4, 2024, at 6 p.m. The agenda includes discussions on a stormwater warrant article, a new general license for RAJ Auto Sales LLC, a public hearing for a liquor license transfer, and a discussion on ways and means debt exclusion. Additionally, the board will vote on a contract for the assistant town administrator and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion: Conservation- Stormwater Warrant Article
• Approval: New General License GL-24-19 for RAJ Auto Sales LLC (Class II)
• Public Hearing: Transfer Liquor License from Al Maidah to Samriddhi at 184 Cambridge Street
• Discussion/Approval: Ways and Means Debt Exclusion
• Approval: Assistant Town Administrator Contract

Town Clerk

The Burlington Town Clerk is conducting advance opening and tabulation of early ballots on specified dates in late October and early November. This is a routine procedural meeting required for election administration.

• Advance processing of early ballots and tabulation on October 30, 31, and November 1 & 4

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk is holding a series of meetings to advance open and tabulate early ballots for the upcoming election. The agenda is purely procedural and involves no policy decisions or public hearings.

• Advance opening of early ballots and processing by tabulation on October 30, 31, November 1, and 4

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk is holding a series of meetings to conduct advance opening and tabulation of early ballots for the upcoming election. This is a routine procedural meeting with no substantive decision-making.

• Advance opening and processing of early ballots by tabulation

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk is holding a series of meetings on October 30–31 and November 1 & 4 to conduct advance opening and tabulation of early ballots. These are procedural, election-related sessions held as necessary.

• Advance opening and processing of early ballots by tabulation

School Committee

The Executive Working Group for the Fox Hill Building Project is holding a virtual meeting to review its schedule, coordinate working groups, and address any other topics. The group notes it is voluntarily making the meeting public and is not covered by the Open Meeting Law. No specific decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• No concrete items with dollar amounts or votes are listed on the agenda

Select Board

The Select Board holds a strategic planning session to discuss multiple policy updates and redevelopment projects. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is focused on discussion of tax classification, departmental structure, cannabis equity, liquor licenses, and other topics.

• Discussion of 2025 tax classification options draft
• Cannabis social equity policy requirement discussion
• Liquor license policy updates discussion
• 128 Mall Rd redevelopment update
• Debt exclusion presentation

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee will meet via Webex to conduct business. The body is expected to vote on the approval of October 8th, 2024, meeting minutes and pending invoices and commitments.

• Approval of October 8th, 2024, meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments

Disability Access Commission

The Disability Access Commission will meet to discuss an update on accessibility around town, consider adding a representative from the Burlington School Department, and review the handicap parking fine fund. They will also approve minutes from September 2024 and address any new or old business.

• Approve minutes from September 2024 meeting
• Addition of Burlington School Department representative
• Update on accessibility around town
• Handicap parking fine fund update
• Discussion of new/old business

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Town of Burlington Scholarship Fund Committee is meeting to review prior minutes and conduct a working session accessing the Google Drive to complete development actions. No specific funding decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
• Working meeting to access Google Drive for development actions

Conservation Commission

The Burlington Conservation Commission will hold a continued public hearing on proposed revisions to the Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw, and open a new public hearing on proposed Stormwater Regulations. The Commission will also consider Requests for Determination of Applicability for construction projects at 5 Bruce Street and 1 Elizabeth Avenue, a Certificate of Compliance for 1, 2 & 10 Wall Street, and a Certificate of Completion for 15 Burlington Mall Road. The meeting includes public comments, approval of minutes, and administrative updates.

• Continued public hearing on proposed revisions to Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw
• Public hearing on proposed Stormwater Regulations
• Request for Determination of Applicability: 5 Bruce Street – construct addition
• Request for Determination of Applicability: 1 Elizabeth Avenue – construct retaining wall and sport court
• Request for Certificate of Compliance: 1, 2 & 10 Wall Street – The Gutierrez Company (DEP #122-689)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss a proposal to update the town's Stormwater Bylaw and create associated regulations. This is a proposed action, not a final decision. The meeting is scheduled for October 24, 2024.

• Proposal to update Stormwater Bylaw and create regulations under that bylaw

Town Clerk

This is a training session for election workers on election procedures and processes. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda contains only this training item.

• Training on election procedures and processes for election workers

Planning Board

The Burlington Planning Board is meeting for a strategy session. No specific decisions, public hearings, or agenda items are detailed in the posting. This appears to be a procedural or planning-only meeting.

Democratic Town Committee

The Democratic Town Committee will meet to discuss endorsements for Question 2 regarding MCAS graduation requirements and Question 4 regarding psychedelic substances. The meeting includes a guest presentation by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio on Question 1.

• Discussion of endorsement for Question 2 (Removing MCAS as a Graduation Requirement)
• Discussion of endorsement for Question 4 (Limited Legalization and Regulation of Certain Natural Psychedelic Substances)
• Guest speaker Diana DiZoglio, State Auditor, discussing Question 1
• Pennsylvania Letter Campaign
• Postcard Campaign

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will consider approving a CFA Document from EOHLC regarding an amendment to FY2024 Formula Funding. This emergency funding is intended to cover four specific projects for FY2025.

• Security Cameras: $136,125.00
• Intercom and Key Fobs: $83,188.00
• Roof Top Heat Units: $38,897.00
• Office Expansion: $75,625.00

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee will hold a regular meeting on October 22, 2024. They will consider approval of policies (ACA-R, ACGA, ACGB, DIBB), acceptance of a Skills Capital Grant, and a vote on superintendent evaluation indicators. Other items include a change in meeting dates and discussion of resolutions for the MASS/MASC vote.

• Second read and vote on policies ACA-R, ACGA, ACGB, and DIBB
• Acceptance of Skills Capital Grant
• Vote on Superintendent’s Evaluation Indicators
• Change in School Committee Meeting Dates
• Discussion of Resolutions 9 and 10 for MASS/MASC Vote

School Committee

The Burlington School Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on October 22, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the School Committee Room, 123 Cambridge Street. The meeting includes votes on stipends for middle school staff and a pig program at elementary schools, along with updates on facilities planning and MCAS results.

• Vote on stipends for MSMS staff
• Vote on pig program at elementary schools
• Discussion on long-term facilities planning draft
• Update on Fox Hill and BHS building committees
• Update on MCAS results

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a regular meeting with discussions on a kennel license recommendation for 16 Woodhill Road, an update on mosquito control, abandoned bunkers at Northeastern University, and proposed regulations for stormwater and runoff management. They will also hear staff reports and approve the minutes from September 24, 2024.

• Kennel license recommendation at 16 Woodhill Road
• Mosquito control update with Brian Farless, Superintendent, East Middlesex & Suffolk County Mosquito Control
• Update on abandoned bunkers at Northeastern University, 147 South Bedford Street, presented by Christine Mathis, Environmental Engineer
• Discussion of BOH Regulations for Stormwater and Runoff Management, presented by Christine Mathis

Planning Board

The Burlington Sculpture Park Committee and Recreation are meeting to review October events and discuss plans for 2025. The committee will also provide an update on pig placement and discuss the future of the park.

• October event review
• Planning for 2025 events
• Pig placement update
• Discussion on the future of the park

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing for a new all-alcohol liquor license for Birdie Bar at 154 Cambridge Street. They will also consider appointments for two firefighters/paramedics, approve a proposal for "King" size drinks at Kings Bowl, and continue a grant of location hearing for 33 Chestnut Ave. Other items include a dedication bench for Paul Raymond and subcommittee reports.

• Public hearing for new all-alcohol liquor license at Birdie Bar, 154 Cambridge Street
• Appointment of two firefighters/paramedics
• Approval of 'King' size drinks proposal at Kings Bowl, 52 2nd Avenue
• Continued grant of location hearing for 33 Chestnut Ave.
• Dedication bench for Paul Raymond at Town Hall Annex

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk is holding a public meeting to test tabulators for advance processing and Election Day. This is a routine procedural step required before elections.

• Testing of tabulators for advance processing and Election Day

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the Director and Assistant Director, and discuss FY26 capital projects and the revolving account. Public participation is allowed. No specific proposals or votes are listed beyond routine business.

• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2024
• Director of Parks & Recreation Report
• Discussion of FY 26 Capital
• Revolving Account Report
• Public Participation session

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries in a new overlay district. The board will also discuss updates to the Town Center Signage Bylaw, Mall Road Mixed Use Zoning District, and Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw. Additionally, there is a public hearing for a special permit for a new restaurant at the Burlington Mall (75 Middlesex Turnpike) and continued hearings for a fast-food restaurant and site plan at 271 Cambridge Street.

• Continued public hearing: Zoning amendment allowing recreational marijuana dispensaries in new overlay district (submitted by Alex Rutfield on behalf of Will Seagaard)
• Public hearing: Special permit for restaurant at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (Burlington Mall) by ChoCho Burlington, LLC
• Discussion: Minor engineering change at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (Burlington Mall)
• Continued public hearing: Special permit for fast-food restaurant at 271 Cambridge Street by Arc Projects and Company, LLC
• Discussion: Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw, Town Center Signage Bylaw, and Mall Road Mixed Use Zoning District

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will review and discuss Article XIV, a proposed Mixed Use Innovation District zoning article for the January 2025 Town Meeting. The meeting includes routine administrative items such as agenda review, citizen input, and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of Article XIV: Mixed Use Innovation District for the January 2025 Town Meeting

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group is holding a voluntary virtual meeting not covered by the Open Meeting Law. The agenda covers call to order, schedule review, working group discussions, and other topics not anticipated 48 hours prior.

• No concrete items such as contracts, dollar amounts, or votes appear on the agenda; the meeting is procedural.

Historical Commission

The commission will hear secretary and treasurer reports, discuss plans for a field trip with Francis Wyman 3rd graders, and review logistics for a Halloween event at West School. Other agenda items include updates on the Old Burial Ground, a shed project, and museum cataloging efforts.

• Field trip for Francis Wyman 3rd Grade
• Halloween at West School Oct 31, 6–8 p.m.
• Old Burial Ground update
• Shed project discussion
• Museum cataloging/scanning

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous minutes, sign motor vehicle abatements, and discuss abatements in executive session. The Town Appraiser will report that FY25 real estate and personal property values have received preliminary certification and will be submitted for final approval.

• Town Appraiser report on preliminary certification of FY25 property values
• Signing of motor vehicle abatements and commitment
• Executive session to discuss abatement matters
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Burlington Information Systems Security Advisory Committee (ISSAC) will hold a hybrid meeting to approve minutes from September 10, 2024, receive updates on continuing topics including a by-law change request, a grant request, and incident response plans, discuss new topics, and consider a vote on executive session.

• Public participation period
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024
• Update on by-law change request
• Update on grant request
• Update on incident response plans

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee will review several agenda items including a stormwater bylaw update from Eileen Coleman, a recall article update, and a house rule petition for remote access. The committee will also consider potential bylaw changes if the Town Clerk position becomes elected and discuss the cost of Town Meeting. Previous minutes from September 17 and the resignation of Tom Prior will be addressed.

• Resignation of Tom Prior from the committee
• Recap of September Town Meeting
• Recall Article Update
• House Rule Petition for Remote Access Article Update
• Stormwater Bylaw discussion with Eileen Coleman

School Committee

The MSMS Fields Subcommittee will meet to review a Field Survey Report and receive introductions from NERA Engineering. The committee will also hold a discussion and vote regarding an MOU Working Group.

• NERA Engineering introduction and project managers overview
• Review of Field Survey Report
• Discussion and vote on MOU Working Group

Board of Appeals

The Burlington Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on variance request #24-36 for a two-car garage with an in-law apartment at 31 Dolores Drive, which is in violation of setback requirements. The board will also approve minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting and discuss other business matters.

• New hearing #24-36: variance for garage with in-law apartment at 31 Dolores Drive, applicant Michele Ramirez
• Proposed garage violates right side setback of 11.3 ft per Town Zoning By-Laws
• Plot plan dated June 22, 2024 shows violation
• Approve minutes from October 1, 2024 ZBA meeting

The Board of Appeals held a public hearing on a variance application for a two-car garage with a room above it at 31 Dolores Drive. The board determined a hardship exists due to wetlands in the back, but requested more plans and information from the Conservation Commission. The hearing was continued to November 19, 2024, and the minutes from the October 1 meeting were approved.

• Continued hearing #24-36 for 31 Dolores Drive to November 19, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 1, 2024 meeting (4-0-1, Sullivan abstained)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several requests for certificates of compliance and completion for local projects. The body will also hold a continued public hearing regarding proposed revisions to the Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw.

• Proposed revisions to Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw
• Determination of Applicability for screened porch at 30 Francis Wyman Road
• Certificate of Compliance for Blanchard Road Sidewalk (DEP #122-685)
• Certificate of Completion for stormwater permit at 23 Fourth Avenue
• Certificate of Compliance for 29 Gedick Road (DEP #122-691) and 84 Wilmington Road (DEP #122-683)

Library Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive reports from trustees and the director. A key discussion item is the 2025 Library Calendar under the Director’s Report. The agenda also includes new and old business before adjournment.

• Discussion of the 2025 Library Calendar

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Council meets on October 10, 2024, to handle routine business including approval of minutes and updates from the principal. The agenda also includes an election for co-chair and discussion of an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Election of Co-Chair
• Open Meeting Law Complaint discussion

School Committee

Burlington's Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) will hold a virtual public meeting to discuss the impact of recent special education staffing changes, follow up on a DEI coordinator meeting, and review literacy and math curricula. The council will also address SEPAC visibility to boost parent involvement and handle SEPAC finances.

• Impact of special education staffing changes in late September
• Follow up on DEI coordinator meeting
• Literacy & math curriculum reviews
• SEPAC visibility and parent involvement strategies
• Handling of SEPAC finances

Burlington High School Building Committee

The Burlington High School Building Committee and School Committee will meet to approve minutes from September 12, 2024, and approve invoices and commitments. They will receive a budget update and a project update from Tappé Architects. The committee will also hold a community listening session and a formal community presentation.

• Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of invoices and commitments
• Budget update
• Tappé Architects project update
• Community listening session and formal community presentation

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will hold a public meeting to vote on several items including the approval of September 2024 minutes, warrants totaling $62,720.52, a Lock-Out Policy, a Credit Card Policy, and a contract extension and salary increase for the Executive Director. The board will also review the August monthly accounting report and cost comparatives.

• Approve invoices totaling $41,375.25 and payroll of $21,345.27 for September 2024
• Vote on a new Lock-Out Policy for the Housing Authority
• Vote on a new Credit Card Policy
• Approve Executive Director's salary increase for FY2025 and extend contract from 1 year 5 months to 3 years 5 months
• Review August Monthly Accounting Report, Cost Comparatives, and Extraordinary Expenditure Report

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to provide updates on continuing topics. The committee will discuss a by-law change request, a grant request, and incident response plans.

• By-law change request
• Grant request
• Incident response plans

School Committee

This is a joint meeting of the Fox Hill School Building Committee and the School Committee. The agenda is largely procedural: they will vote on approval of the September 10 meeting minutes and on invoices/contracts, and will discuss the project schedule. Two public comment periods are scheduled.

• Vote expected on approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Vote expected on invoices, contracts and commitments
• Discussion of project schedule
• Upcoming meetings review
• Public comments (two 10-minute periods)

School Committee

The School Committee and Ways & Means Education Subcommittee will meet to discuss school security in executive session. The body will vote on several items including student stipends, out-of-state travel, and superintendent goals.

• Executive session to discuss deployment of security personnel or devices
• Vote on homeless transportation stipend
• Vote on MSMS requested stipends
• Vote on request for out-of-state travel to 2024 Annual Conference on Advancing School Mental Health
• Updates on Fox Hill School and BHS Building Committees

School Committee

The Burlington School Committee will hold a hybrid meeting starting with an executive session to discuss security deployment. Public comment is scheduled, followed by votes on several items including a 'Pigs at Elementary Schools' program, out-of-state travel for a school mental health conference, a homeless transportation stipend, and requested stipends for MSMS. The committee will also receive updates on student enrollment, building committees for Fox Hill and BHS, and transportation.

• Executive session to discuss deployment of security personnel or devices
• Vote on 'Pigs at Elementary Schools' program
• Vote on out-of-state travel for the 2024 Annual Conference on Advancing School Mental Health
• Vote on homeless transportation stipend
• Vote on MSMS requested stipends

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review reports from staff and subcommittees. The board is discussing a kennel license recommendation and updates on structural reports for abandoned bunkers.

• Kennel License Recommendation for 16 Woodhill Road
• Mosquito Control discussion with Brian Farless of East Middlesex & Suffolk County Mosquito Control
• Structural Integrity of Abandoned Bunkers Report for Northeastern University at 147 South Bedford Street

Select Board

The Select Board, convening as the Alcohol Subcommittee, will hold a hearing or discussion regarding Birdie Bar at 154 Cambridge Street. This appears to be a proceeding related to the bar's alcohol license or permit.

• Public hearing or discussion on Birdie Bar at 154 Cambridge Street

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a general session covering several approvals and public hearings. Key decisions include approving 2025 health insurance rates, signing the election warrant for early voting, and appointing a DPW Special Motor Equipment Operator. The board will also discuss a potential debt exclusion and hold public hearings on a continued grant of location at 33 Chestnut Ave and a liquor license ownership change for Kings Bowl.

• Approval of 2025 health insurance rates
• Public hearing on liquor license change for Kings Bowl (52 2nd Ave)
• Discussion on potential debt exclusion
• Public hearing continued for Grant of Location at 33 Chestnut Ave
• Approval of new victualler license for Aroma Delight and new livery licenses for Luxe Black Diamond and Safari Transportation

Ways & Means

The Ways and Means Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the town's debt schedule and capital budget planning. No specific proposals or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Debt Schedule and Capital Budget Planning

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on several items, including a continued hearing on a zoning bylaw amendment to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries in a new overlay district, and new hearings for a site plan at 67 South Bedford Street (Beth Israel Lahey Health) and a special permit and site plan for a fast-food restaurant at 271 Cambridge Street. The board will also discuss the Mall Road Mixed Use Zoning District.

• Continued public hearing on zoning bylaw amendment to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries in a new overlay district (submitted by Alex Rutfield on behalf of Will Seagaard)
• Public hearing for site plan approval – 67 South Bedford Street – Beth Israel Lahey Health
• Public hearing for special permit (fast-food restaurant) – 271 Cambridge Street – Arc Projects and Company, LLC
• Public hearing for site plan approval – 271 Cambridge Street – Arc Projects and Company, LLC
• Discussion on Mall Road Mixed Use Zoning District (Melisa Tintocalis, Economic Development Director)

Council on Aging

The Burlington Council on Aging will consider approving September minutes, receive reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director, and discuss new business including a program evaluation. Old business items include Poppy the Pig and technology grants for digital literacy and hybrid technology.

• Discussion of Poppy the Pig (old business)
• Technology grants for Digital Literacy and Hybrid Technology
• Program evaluation (new business)
• Director's report and Minuteman Senior Services report

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group is holding a virtual meeting on October 2, 2024. The agenda includes a call to order, schedule review, next steps, and other topics. No specific proposals, votes, or financial details are listed; the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Review of project schedule
• Discussion of next steps for the Fox Hill Building Project
• Setting date for next meeting

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold an administrative meeting followed by public hearings. The board will consider a variance for a residential addition and a permit for a commercial wall sign.

• Hearing #24-34: Variance request for an attached garage with a second-level room/apartment at 4 Brookfield Road
• Hearing #24-35: Sign permit request for a 48.33 sq. ft. 'STAYBRIDGE SUITES' wall sign at 11 Old Concord Road
• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024

School Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Field Subcommittee with agenda items including review of project milestones and project discussion, but no specific project details, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed. The meeting also covers routine items like approval of previous minutes and public participation.

• Review Project Milestones
• Project discussion
• Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
• Public Participation

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 30, 2024. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from directors and subcommittees, and an update on the Culture Assessment under old business. No major decisions or financial items are scheduled.

• Culture Assessment Update discussion

Select Board

The Select Board will consider and vote on a one-day liquor license for a beer garden event, with a rain date of October 3, 2024. No other substantive business is listed; the remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Approval of a one-day beer garden liquor license (Item 211) with rain date October 3, 2024

Select Board

The Select Board DPW Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a water issue located at 7 Shea Circle.

• Discussion of water issue at 7 Shea Circle

Conservation Commission

The Burlington Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed revisions to the Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw, and consider several permits and enforcement actions. The agenda includes a certificate of compliance for 12 Partridge Lane, a certificate of completion for 25 Network Drive, and continued public hearing on a patio installation at 5 Fowler Terrace. Enforcement orders at 7 A Street (land disturbance near Vine Brook) and 171-175 Cambridge Street (filling in BVW) are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed revisions to Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw
• Request for Certificate of Compliance – 12 Partridge Lane (DEP #122-677)
• Request for Certificate of Completion – 25 Network Drive (Nordblom Company)
• Continued Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – 5 Fowler Terrace – install patio (DEP #122-709)
• Ratify Enforcement Order – 7 A Street (land disturbance near Vine Brook); Update – 171-175 Cambridge Street (filling in BVW)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational/Technical School District Curriculum Subcommittee will meet to review the proposed Master Schedule. The committee may vote on the schedule following a discussion.

• Discussion and potential vote of Proposed Master Schedule

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational/Technical School Committee will review and vote on an updated admissions policy and the master schedule. The body will also discuss the SOAR Grant and the opening letter for STA successor agreement negotiations.

• Vote on Admissions Policy Update
• Vote on Master Schedule
• Discussion and approval of SOAR Grant
• Opening letter to begin STA Negotiations for a Successor Agreement
• Approval of policies regarding Surplus School Property Disposal and Non-Discrimination

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational/Technical School Committee will meet to discuss and vote on updates to admissions policies and the master schedule. They will also review and approve bills, payroll, and minutes from previous meetings. The committee will receive reports from the Business Manager and Superintendent, and discuss goals and grant proposals.

• Vote on Admissions Policy Update
• Vote on Master Schedule
• Approval of Bills and Payroll
• Discussion and Approval of SOAR Grant
• First Read of Policies: ACA-R, ACGA, ACGB, DIBB

School Committee

The School Committee and Ways & Means Education Subcommittee will meet to discuss student handbooks and school building updates. The body is scheduled to vote on MCAS graduation requirements and planning for superintendent goals.

• Vote on Question 2 for MCAS Graduation Requirement
• Discussion and vote on Planning for Success and Superintendent Goals
• Second reading of MSMS and Elementary Student Handbooks
• Updates on Fox Hill and BHS Building Committees
• Update on transportation

Board of Health

The Burlington Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on a permit for keeping hens at 22 County Road and a variance request from Cho Cho Hot Pot for an external grease interceptor at 75 Middlesex Tpk. The board will also receive staff reports from the Environmental Engineer, Health Agent, Associate Director, and Director of Public Health.

• Permit for keeping of animals (hens) at 22 County Road
• Variance request from Cho Cho Hot Pot, 75 Middlesex Tpk. for an external grease interceptor

Town Meeting

The Burlington Town Meeting is holding a meeting to fill vacancies in Precincts 1, 3, and 7. The agenda is procedural, with no specific votes on budgets, bylaws, or other items listed.

• Precinct 1 – One vacancy
• Precinct 3 – One vacancy
• Precinct 7 – One vacancy
• Meeting at Burlington High School, Fogelberg Auditorium, 123 Cambridge St., at 6:00 PM

Select Board

The Burlington Select Board will hold a general session on September 23, 2024, including appointments, approvals, and discussions. Key items include the appointment of an Animal Control Officer, approval of a memorial tree on the Town Common, a $5,000 handicap parking appeal, and a discussion of the September 2024 Town Meeting warrant article regarding message boards.

• Appointment of an Animal Control Officer
• Approval of a memorial tree on Town Common (K&L Landscaping - Roger Cook)
• Approval of a DAC handicap parking appeal for $5,000
• Discussion of September 2024 Town Meeting warrant article on message boards

Select Board

The Select Board DPW Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a water issue at 7 Shea Circle. No other items are on the agenda. This appears to be a discussion-only item with no proposed action listed.

• Discussion of water issue at 7 Shea Circle

Town Meeting

Town Meeting members will hold informational meetings on September 18 and 19 to review articles for the September 23 Town Meeting warrant. On September 19, the agenda includes a school presentation on the Fox Hill Building Project. Zoning bylaw articles were covered on September 18.

• School presentation on the Fox Hill Building Project

Capital Budget Committee

The Capital Budget Committee is meeting to review the Fox Hill School Project. The agenda contains no other items. This is a discussion-only meeting with no decisions or votes listed.

• Review of Fox Hill School Project

Planning Board

The Burlington Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for a fast-food restaurant at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (Burlington Mall). The board will also consider a plan endorsement for 17 Church Lane and a minor engineering change at 61 Middlesex Turnpike. Other agenda items include public participation, announcements, and approval of minutes.

• Public hearing on Special Permit under Zoning Bylaw 4.2.6.10 for 'Restaurant, Fast Order Food and Take-Out' at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (Burlington Mall) – Novaland, LLC applicant
• Application for endorsement of a plan believed not to require approval at 17 Church Lane – Ray Z. Wu & Mei Hao Lai
• Discussion on request for approval of a minor engineering change at 61 Middlesex Turnpike – Nouria Energy applicant

The Burlington Planning Board approved a minor engineering change for 61 Middlesex Turnpike to install two dual-port electric vehicle charging stations at the Nouria Energy gas station, with conditions. The board also approved an Approval Not Required plan for a small land transfer at 17 Church Lane, and granted a special permit for Nova Gelato & Bakery at the Burlington Mall. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved ANR plan for 118 sq ft land transfer from 1 Raymond Road to 17 Church Lane (5-0)
• Approved minor engineering change for EV charging stations at 59-63 Middlesex Turnpike (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for Nova Gelato & Bakery special permit (5-0)
• Approved special permit for Nova Gelato & Bakery at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of August 15 and September 5, 2024 (4-0-1)

Town Meeting

The Town Meeting Member Informational meetings on September 18–19, 2024 will review and present articles on the September 23rd Town Meeting warrant. September 18th covers Zoning Bylaw Articles, and September 19th includes a school presentation on the Fox Hill Building Project. These are preliminary sessions; no final decisions are made.

• Zoning Bylaw Articles to be presented on September 18th
• School presentation on the Fox Hill Building Project on September 19th
• Topics may be added as soon as possible

Capital Budget Committee

The Capital Budget Committee is meeting to review the Fox Hill School Project. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Fox Hill School Project

Historical Commission

The Burlington Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting on September 18, 2024, to discuss administrative reports, storage at the Nike site, Old Burial Ground, a shed, museum cataloging, and Burlington Day events. The agenda consists primarily of routine updates and minor operational items.

• Storage container at Nike site
• Old Burial Ground and shed
• Museum cataloging and scanning
• Burlington Day / trolley discussion

The Burlington Historical Commission met and discussed several ongoing projects, including transferring storage items at the Nike site, advertising the Old Burial Grounds for April 19th, and coordinating with the Planning Board on a shed special permit. They agreed professional help is needed for museum cataloging and will prepare placards. The Burlington Day Trolley event was deemed successful, and future events like a salmon dinner for the 250th anniversary in 2025 were proposed. No formal votes were taken.

• Agreed to transfer some storage items to the shed at Nike site
• Agreed to advertise the Old Burial Grounds for public viewing on April 19th
• Agreed professional help is needed for museum cataloging
• Agreed to prepare placards to ID museum items
• Agreed to make a formal list of repairs needed to the Town
• Scheduled 3rd grade tours for next month
• Proposed salmon dinner at Yard House for 250th anniversary in 2025

Board of Health

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board will review a 2022 capacity assessment and discuss staff positions. The board is also scheduled to review workplan, budget, and tobacco inspector updates.

• Epi discussion on 2022 Capacity Assessment
• Staff positions for Community Outreach Worker and Communications Specialist
• Workplan and budget updates
• Tobacco Inspector updates

Ways & Means

The Burlington Ways & Means Committee will discuss and vote on financial warrant articles for the upcoming September Town Meeting, along with other items including the Will of Marshall Simonds, a contract transfer from Negotiated Settlements, and the Fox Hill Elementary Building Project. The committee will also review the previous year's budget process, continue discussion on a new member guide, and receive reports from various building committees and athletic fields. This is a working session to prepare recommendations for Town Meeting.

• Financial warrant articles for September Town Meeting
• Will of Marshall Simonds
• AP Contract – Transfer from Negotiated Settlements
• Fox Hill Elementary Building Project
• Reports from Police Station, High School, Fox Hill, and Athletic Fields building committees

Ways & Means

The Ways & Means Subcommittee will meet to discuss a transfer from Negotiated Settlements for the A&P Compensation Plan. The committee will also review the debt schedule.

• A&P Compensation Plan transfer from Negotiated Settlements
• Debt Schedule review

Board of Appeals

The Burlington Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on variance application #24-29 for 5 Creston Avenue. The applicant seeks a variance to rebuild a two-story home with a left side setback of 5.4 feet, which violates the town's zoning by-law requiring 15 feet. The board will also approve minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting.

• Continued hearing for variance #24-29 at 5 Creston Avenue
• Applicant Clayton Williams seeks to replace a split-level home with a larger two-story home
• Proposed home would encroach 9.6 feet into the required left side setback (proposed 5.4 ft vs. required 15 ft)
• Board to approve minutes from August 20, 2024 ZBA meeting

The Board of Appeals voted unanimously to withdraw application #24-29 for 5 Creston Avenue without prejudice, at the applicant's request. The board also approved the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Withdrew application #24-29 (5 Creston Ave) without prejudice (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Burlington Sculpture Park Committee and Recreation will hear from guest speaker Catherine LeComte-Lecce about a potential maker space or gallery space. The committee will also conduct a financial review, plan an October event, and discuss the purchase of Lumen.

• Guest speaker Catherine LeComte-Lecce to discuss maker space/gallery space
• Financial review of committee's funds
• Planning for an October event
• Discussion on the purchase of Lumen

The Burlington Sculpture Park Committee met on September 17, 2024, and voted unanimously to purchase the artwork 'Lumen'. The committee also discussed relocating the pigs, deciding to present elementary schools as the first option, and planned the Pumpkin Painting party on October 19, with various members assigned to handle costs, donations, and permits.

• Voted unanimously to purchase Lumen
• Decided to present elementary schools as first option for pig relocation
• Assigned Barb to review Pumpkin Painting party costs and forward to Bob
• Assigned Barb to submit donut request to Wegmans
• Assigned Barb to submit request for use of Common and corner sign to Select Board

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Burlington Bylaw Review Committee will meet remotely to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss potential articles for the January Town Meeting warrant. The committee may also address other bylaw business.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion on Articles for January Warrant

Disability Access Commission

The Disability Access Commission is meeting to approve minutes from June 2024 and discuss the addition of new members. The body will also review funding for handicap parking appeal processing and provide an update on the handicap parking fine fund.

• Approval of funds for handicap parking appeal processing
• Update on handicap parking fine fund
• Discussion on adding new members
• Review of future projects

The Burlington Disability Access Commission approved setting aside $5,000 for handicap parking ticket appeal processing. The commission also discussed future projects, including reviving the Polaroid project and Operation Access, and will continue reviewing town parking lots for compliance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 set-aside for handicap parking appeal processing (unanimous)

Youth & Family Services

The Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from January 29, 2024. The agenda includes an agency update and a discussion on old and new initiatives.

• Approval of January 29, 2024 minutes
• Director's agency update
• Discussion of old and new initiatives

Conservation Commission

The Burlington Conservation Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on several items, including a certificate of completion for a stormwater permit at 25 & 27 Blue Sky Drive, a determination of applicability for tree removal at 1 Hemlock Lane, a continued notice of intent for a dwelling at 35 County Road, a public hearing for a patio at 5 Fowler Terrace, and proposed revisions to the Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw. Administrative items include subcommittee reports and an enforcement order regarding tree cutting at 86 Mill Street.

• Certificate of Completion for Erosion & Sedimentation Control Permit – 25 & 27 Blue Sky Drive (Nordblom Company)
• Determination of Applicability – 1 Hemlock Lane – tree removal
• Continued Notice of Intent – 35 County Road – demolish dwelling and construct new dwelling
• Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – 5 Fowler Terrace – construct patio
• Discussion – Proposed revisions to Stormwater and Erosion and Sedimentation Bylaw

The Burlington Conservation Commission approved a negative conditional determination for tree removal at 1 Hemlock Lane, waived the 20-foot no-disturb setback, and approved the Order of Conditions with a $3,500 bond for a new dwelling at 35 County Road. The hearing for a stormwater permit at 25 & 27 Blue Sky Drive was moved to September 26, and a patio project at 5 Fowler Terrace was continued to the same date. The Commission also discussed proposed revisions to the Stormwater Bylaw, scheduling a public hearing for September 26.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 (6-0)
• Issued negative conditional determination for tree removal at 1 Hemlock Lane (6-0)
• Waived 20-foot no-disturb setback for 1 Hemlock Lane (6-0)
• Closed hearing and approved findings for 35 County Road (4-0-2, two abstentions)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 35 County Road (6-0)
• Approved $3,500 surety for 35 County Road (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 5 Fowler Terrace patio to September 26 (6-0)
• Moved stormwater permit hearing for 25 & 27 Blue Sky Drive to September 26

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will review and vote on positions regarding various warrant articles. These items include zoning changes, signage amendments, and definition updates for the Town Meeting.

• Rezone 43 Middlesex Turnpike/Middlesex Commons to General Business (BG) District
• Accessory structures in the One Family Dwelling (RO) Zoning District
• Town Common Signage Amendment
• Parking and Landscaping Housekeeping Amendment
• Definitions and Use Table Housekeeping and retail/commercial venue definitions

The Land Use Committee voted on six warrant articles for Town Meeting. It gave favorable recommendations to five articles, including the Middlesex Commons rezone from IR to BG, Use Table housekeeping, Parking and Landscaping, Experiential Retail Venue update, and Accessory Use. The Town Common Sign article received an unfavorable recommendation (1-3-2).

• Favorable recommendation for Article 18: Middlesex Commons rezone from IR to BG (6-0)
• Unfavorable recommendation for Article 19: Town Common Sign (1-3-2)
• Favorable recommendation for Article 20: Use Table Housekeeping (6-0)
• Favorable recommendation for Article 21: Parking and Landscaping (5-0-1)
• Favorable recommendation for Article 22: Experiential Retail Venue update (6-0)
• Favorable recommendation for Article 24: Accessory Use (6-0)

Library Trustees

The Burlington Library Board of Trustees will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, review the Museum Pass Policy, and receive the Director's report covering an ARIS report, a Mass Cultural Council Grant, a T-shirt fundraiser, the Del Duca Family Fund, and a staffing update. No major votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Policy review of the Museum Pass Policy
• Discussion of Mass Cultural Council Grant
• Update on T-shirt Fundraiser
• Update on Del Duca Family Fund
• Staffing update

The Board of Library Trustees accepted a $6,350 donation from the Friends of the Library and allocated $2,500 for children's programming and $3,850 for adult programming. They also approved $2,138.79 for shelving components from the Donations account. The Museum Pass Policy was accepted as presented, and the board discussed circulation trends, a grant, and staffing updates.

• Accepted $6,350 donation from Burlington Friends of the Library (4-0)
• Allocated $2,500 for children's programming and $3,850 for adult programming from Donations account (4-0)
• Approved $2,138.79 for shelving components and end panels from Donations account (4-0)
• Accepted Museum Pass Policy as presented (4-0)
• Approved July 11, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee's policy subcommittee is meeting to discuss and potentially update several policies. Items include an admissions policy update, a surplus school property disposal process, a stabilization fund policy (DIBB), and updated Title IX policies. The committee will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Admissions Policy Update
• Updated Surplus School Property Disposal
• Policy DIBB — Stabilization Fund
• Updated Title IX Policies

Burlington High School Building Committee

The Burlington High School Building Committee will meet to hear a project update from Tappé Architects, approve invoices and commitments, and vote on the minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting. Working group updates will also be presented, with two public comment periods scheduled.

• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (vote expected)
• Approval of invoices and commitments (vote expected)
• Project update from Tappé Architects
• Working group updates
• Public comment periods (two opportunities)

The Burlington High School Building Committee approved prior meeting minutes and multiple invoices from Dore & Whittier and Tappé Architects. The committee also voted to remove Strategy 9 from consideration for the new high school project, which had proposed full renovation with demolition of southern wings and new construction. Tappé presented ten renovation and new construction strategies for the new high school, with further architectural responses expected at the next meeting.

• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Dore & Whittier invoices No. 8, 9, 10 totaling $54,000 (3-0)
• Approved Tappé invoices No. 240606, 240706, 240804 totaling $187,082 (3-0)
• Removed Strategy 9 from consideration (3-0)

Town Meeting

This is an informational meeting to review articles on the September 23 Town Meeting warrant. The September 11 session covers general bylaw articles; later sessions cover zoning bylaw articles and a school presentation on the Fox Hill Building Project. No decisions are made at these meetings; they are previews before the actual Town Meeting vote.

• General Bylaw Articles to be reviewed on September 11
• Zoning Bylaw Articles to be reviewed on September 18
• School presentation on the Fox Hill Building Project on September 19

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous minutes, sign motor vehicle abatements and commitments, and hold an executive session on abatement matters. The Town Appraiser will also provide an update on FY25 recertification progress. The agenda consists entirely of routine procedural items.

• Sign motor vehicle abatements and commitment
• Executive session to discuss abatements
• Town Appraiser report on FY25 recertification progress
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Burlington Board of Assessors met on September 11, 2024, and approved the minutes from July 24, 2024, and motor vehicle commitments. The board also entered executive session to discuss ATB appeals, and the town appraiser reported that FY25 real estate and personal property values will be submitted for preliminary certification.

• Approved previous minutes from July 24, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved motor vehicle commitments (3-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss ATB appeals (3-0)
• Exited executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Council on Aging

The Burlington Council on Aging will consider approving a new Strategic Plan, Mission, and Vision statement. The board will also hear reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director, and discuss old business including a technology grant for digital literacy and hybrid technology, as well as an item referred to as 'Poppy the Pig'. Citizen time and minutes from June are also on the agenda.

• Approve Strategic Plan, Mission and Vision
• Review Technology Grants for Digital Literacy and Hybrid Technology
• Discuss 'Poppy the Pig' under old business
• Hear reports from Minuteman Senior Services and Director's Report

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Town of Burlington Scholarship Fund Committee will meet to review the submission and award process, update school contact lists, and discuss suggestions from the prior meeting to form an action plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or binding votes listed.

• Review and amend prior meeting minutes
• Discuss development actions including submission and award processes
• Update list of schools and contacts
• Discuss suggestions from last meeting and create an action plan

The Burlington Scholarship Fund Committee met on September 11, 2024, and approved the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting. Members assigned specific tasks to prepare for the 2025 scholarship cycle, including outreach to schools, updating contact lists, and drafting email templates. No final decisions on scholarship awards or policies were made; the meeting focused on planning and delegation.

• Approved minutes from June 5, 2024 meeting
• Assigned Chris Kim to attend at least one Selectman meeting
• Assigned Kendra Lamoretti to coordinate Joe Attubato's attendance
• Assigned Jane Lynch to request unweighted GPA data from BHS IT
• Assigned Debra Murphy to draft an Excel spreadsheet if needed
• Assigned Terese Weston to verify school contacts and draft email templates
• Assigned Kate Asher to contact Joe Attubato about homeschool applicants
• Scheduled fall meetings for Oct 28, Nov 20, and Dec 16, 2024

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will vote on the FY2025 annual plan for state-aided public housing and a MHP Technical Assistance Grant of up to $75,000 to study feasibility of developing a landlocked parcel owned by the Authority for additional housing. The board will also approve minutes, warrants totaling $284,655.75 for August, and review monthly financial reports. The meeting opens with a moment of silence for resident Thomas Mulrain.

• Vote to approve FY2025 Annual Plan for State-Aided Public Housing
• Vote to accept MHP Technical Assistance Grant (up to $75,000) for vacant land development feasibility study
• Approval of warrants: invoices $263,117.36 and payroll $21,538.39 for August 2024
• Moment of Silence for Thomas Mulrain of Birchcrest Arms
• Review of July Monthly Accounting Report, Cost Comparatives, and Extraordinary Expenditure Report

The Burlington Housing Authority approved its FY2025 Annual Plan for State Aided Public Housing and authorized submission of a MHP Technical Assistance Grant application for up to $75,000 to study a landlocked property. The board also approved the August 2024 minutes, a warrant of paid invoices totaling $263,117.36, and a payroll journal of $21,538.39. All votes were unanimous among the five members present.

• Approved minutes of August 14, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved warrant of paid invoices $263,117.36 and payroll journal $21,538.39 for August 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 Annual Plan for State Aided Public Housing (unanimous)
• Approved submission of MHP Technical Assistance Grant application for up to $75,000 (unanimous)

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee will hear public comment, approve minutes from August 13, and receive updates on continuing topics including a grant request, incident response plans, a by-law change request, and the town's cybersecurity policy. The committee will also set future meeting dates and prepare for an executive session.

• Update on grant request
• Update on incident response plans
• Discussion of by-law change request
• Update on Cybersecurity Policy
• Preparation for executive session

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee approved the August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-3) and welcomed Sage Costa as a new member. The committee discussed updates on the approved $17,500 cybersecurity grant (funds not yet available), incident response plans, a by-law change proposal on the upcoming Town Meeting warrant, and a revised cybersecurity policy. Future meetings were set for the second Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., with an executive session planned for October 8.

• Approved August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-3)
• Welcomed Sage Costa as new member, replacing Glen Mills
• Agreed to continue meetings on second Tuesday, starting at 7:00 p.m.
• Planned hybrid meeting with executive session for October 8

Community Wide Events

The Administration department is holding a public meeting for a presentation and Q&A session from Colonial Power Group. No decisions or votes are scheduled. Residents are advised to bring their Eversource bill.

• Opening presentation from Colonial Power Group on community power options
• Question and answer session for residents
• Recommendation to bring Eversource bill

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee will meet to discuss community engagement and review a Town Meeting presentation. The body is also expected to vote on invoices and commitments.

• Vote on invoices and commitments
• Review of Town Meeting presentation
• Discussion on community engagement

The Burlington School Building Committee approved the draft Town Meeting presentation for the Fox Hill Elementary School project with minor edits, and approved three invoices totaling $28,857.00 for design, solar, and traffic studies. The presentation will be shown at the September 23rd Town Meeting. All votes were 9-0-0.

• Approved July 23rd, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0-0)
• Approved Dore & Whittier Invoice No. 24 for $15,602.00 (9-0-0)
• Approved DiNisco Invoice No. 10068 for $11,495.00 for Solar Study (9-0-0)
• Approved DiNisco Invoice No. 10069 for $1,760.00 for Traffic Study (9-0-0)
• Approved direction of Town Meeting presentation with minor edits (9-0-0)

School Committee

The Burlington School Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on September 10, 2024, to vote on several items including a BSAA Memorandum of Agreement, a pay increase for substitute cafeteria workers, and a letter of support for the Fox Hill School Building Committee. The agenda also includes presentations on the PreK-12 literacy review and student handbooks, plus updates on building projects and transportation.

• Vote on BSAA MOA
• Vote on substitute cafeteria worker pay increase
• Vote on Fox Hill School Building Committee letter of support
• Vote on DECA out-of-state travel
• Second reading of BPS Policy AC Non-Discrimination and Harassment

The Burlington School Committee unanimously approved a letter of support for the Fox Hill School Building project, a three-year BSAA MOA contract with a 3.5% increase, and a wage increase for substitute cafeteria workers from $15.00 to $16.00 per hour. The committee also approved the AC Non-Discrimination and Harassment policy, rescinding several related policies, and approved DECA out-of-state travel to Charlotte, NC. Public comments included a request to endorse Question 2 on replacing the MCAS graduation requirement, which was offered as an agenda item for the next meeting, and opposition to the Fox Hill project in favor of prioritizing the high school.

• Approved letter of support for Fox Hill School Building project (5-0)
• Approved BSAA MOA contract with 3.5% increase (5-0)
• Approved substitute cafeteria worker wage increase to $16.00/hour (5-0)
• Approved AC Non-Discrimination and Harassment policy, rescinding related policies (5-0)
• Approved DECA out-of-state travel to Charlotte, NC, Nov 14-17 (5-0)
• Approved warrant as submitted (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 8/20/24 (5-0)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will elect new officers and discuss proposed warrant articles for the September 2024 Town Meeting. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no specific items or dollar amounts listed.

• Election of committee officers
• Discussion of September 2024 warrant articles

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several approvals including a building inspector appointment, sculpture placement, Diwali tree lights, a new livery license, and a public art pilot program. A public hearing continues for Verizon's grant of location at 33 Chestnut Ave. The board will discuss and approve warrant articles for the September Town Meeting, and make appointments to the Marijuana Subcommittee.

• Appointment: Local Building Inspector (Item 188)
• Approval: Sculpture Placement at 61 Center Street (Item 189)
• Public Hearing: Continued - Grant of Location for Verizon at 33 Chestnut Ave (Item 193)
• Approval: September 2024 TM Warrant Articles (Item 197)
• Appointments: Marijuana Subcommittee (Item 198)

The Burlington Select Board approved several September Town Meeting warrant articles, including Articles 3, 4, 7, and 19 in a 4-1 vote, and Articles 5 and 8 unanimously. The board also appointed Malcolm Farrell as Local Building Inspector, approved a sculpture placement, a Diwali tree lighting, and a pilot trailer exhibit program. A public hearing on a Verizon grant of location was postponed to October 7.

• Appointed Malcolm Farrell as Local Building Inspector, effective Sept. 23, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved permanent placement of 'Poppy the Pig' sculpture at 61 Center Street (5-0)
• Approved annual Diwali tree lights on Town Common for one week (5-0)
• Approved pilot program for a mobile trailer exhibit (5-0)
• Postponed Verizon grant of location hearing at 33 Chestnut Ave to Oct. 7 (5-0)
• Approved Sept. TM warrant Articles 3/4/7/19 (4-1)
• Approved Sept. TM warrant Article 5 (5-0)
• Approved Sept. TM warrant Article 8 (5-0)

Land Use Committee

The Burlington Land Use Committee will review and vote on several proposed warrant articles for Town Meeting, including a rezoning of 43 Middlesex Turnpike to General Business, amendments to town common signage, accessory structures in residential zones, and housekeeping updates to parking, landscaping, and definitions.

• 43 Middlesex Turnpike/Middlesex Commons rezone to General Business (BG) District
• Town Common Signage Amendment
• Accessory structures in the One Family Dwelling (RO) Zoning District
• Parking and Landscaping Housekeeping Amendment
• Refining Definition of Retail, Experiential and Commercial Interactive Venue

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from staff, and discuss new and old business, including a bathroom renovation project for the Burlington Players and an update on a culture assessment. No votes on specific funding or policy changes are listed on the agenda.

• New Business: Burlington Players Bathroom Renovation
• Old Business: Culture Assessment Update
• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reports from Director and Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation

Select Board

The Select Board Alcohol Subcommittee is meeting to discuss large drink options for Kings Bowl. This is the only item listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Kings Bowl large drink options

The Select Board's Alcohol Subcommittee met to discuss large drink options, specifically the 'King Size drinks' served at Kings locations. No formal decisions were made; the subcommittee agreed that Nelson Duran will present the concept to the full Select Board at the October 21st meeting.

• Scheduled Nelson Duran to pitch King Size drinks concept to full Select Board on Oct. 21

Police Station Building Committee

This joint meeting of the Police Station Building Committee and Select Board will discuss the current status of the police station project, including temporary facilities, construction drawings, local board approvals, project schedule, and total budget. They will also cover general administration items such as design meeting cadence and committee meeting schedules, and discuss historic preservation considerations.

• Introduction of project manager
• Current project status updates on temporary facilities, construction drawings, and local board approvals
• Review of project schedule and total project budget
• General administration including design meeting cadence and committee meeting schedules
• Discussion of historic preservation

School Committee

The Burlington Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is meeting virtually to review past notes, set goals for the 2024-25 school year, and schedule board meetings and meetings with the Special Education Director. They will also discuss hosting an in-person event on the new IEP form. Public participation is included.

• Review of 2023-24 SEPAC notes
• Goal setting for 2024-25
• Scheduling 2024-25 board meetings and meetings with the Special Ed. Director
• Discussion of hosting an in-person event on the new IEP form

School Committee

This is a procedural planning meeting. The committee will introduce new members, receive updates on current engagement initiatives, and discuss focus areas and topics for the upcoming year. No specific decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Introduction of new members to the committee
• Updates on current engagement initiatives
• Discussion of focus and topics for the upcoming year

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold three public hearings for special permits to allow restaurant uses at 184 Cambridge Street, 91 Middlesex Turnpike, and 101 Middlesex Turnpike. The board will also handle procedural items such as public participation, announcements, and minutes approval.

• Public hearing for special permit (4.2.6.11) for restaurant at 184 Cambridge Street, applicant Samriddhi Delight, Inc.
• Public hearing for special permit (4.2.6.10) for fast-order food restaurant at 91 Middlesex Turnpike, applicant Life Alive Café, LLC.
• Public hearing for special permit (4.2.6.10) for fast-order food restaurant at 101 Middlesex Turnpike, applicant Cava Mezze Grill, LLC.

Planning Board

The Burlington Sculpture Park Committee and Recreation will meet to review summer events. The body will also discuss the relocation of sculptures and plan for upcoming events.

• Discussion of sculpture relocation
• Recap of summer events
• Planning for all events

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group, which is not a public body under Open Meeting Law, is meeting virtually for procedural items including public outreach, upcoming meetings, and discussion of other topics. No substantive decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Public outreach session
• Discussion of upcoming meetings
• Other topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours prior

The Executive Working Group for the Fox Hill Elementary School project met on September 4, 2024, and discussed preparations for Town Meeting, including teacher testimonials and public outreach. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and focused on planning.

• Teacher testimonials to be submitted to DiNisco by mid-day tomorrow
• Table planned at town beer garden informational session
• Possible information at upcoming Open House nights at Middle and Elementary schools
• Town Meeting presentation reviewed

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk and staff will hold administrative meetings on multiple days to open and process early voting ballots as they arrive. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the sessions are purely procedural to prepare for the upcoming election.

• Advanced opening and processing of Early Voting Ballots, running each day as needed until all received ballots are processed

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk and staff will meet from August 27 through September 2, 2024. The purpose of these meetings is the advanced opening and processing of early voting ballots.

• Advanced opening and processing of Early Voting Ballots

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk and staff will hold a public meeting to process early voting ballots in advance of an upcoming election. The meeting spans four days (August 27-28, 29, and September 2, 2024) at Town Hall, Main Hearing Room. The session is solely for opening and processing early voting ballots as they arrive, with no other agenda items.

• Processing of early voting ballots over four designated days
• Meeting runs from 10 AM until completion each day
• Location: Town Hall, Main Hearing Room

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk is holding a meeting to train election workers. This training is in preparation for the September 3rd election.

• Election worker training for the September 3rd election

Board of Health

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board will meet to review staff positions and public health programs. The board is scheduled to discuss community outreach and communications roles, as well as tobacco and health clinics.

• Staff positions for Community Outreach Worker and Communications Specialist
• CPR/AED and BP Clinics programs
• Tobacco initiatives
• Approval of June 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes. The board discussed staffing updates, including a new community outreach worker and upcoming interviews for a communications specialist. An RFP for a strategic plan contract is being sent out, and a website creation meeting with Civic Plus is planned. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussed hiring for communications specialist and part-time public health nurse
• Announced RFP for strategic plan contract
• Scheduled meeting with Civic Plus for website creation

Democratic Town Committee

The Burlington Democratic Town Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to hear an update from the Massachusetts Democratic Party on the Harris-Walz 2024 campaign, including a volunteer signup schedule. Members will also discuss a postcard campaign, receive the treasurer's report, and hear a guest speaker on Question 4, the November ballot measure to legalize certain natural psychedelic substances. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and old business such as a Pennsylvania letter campaign.

• Alex Bausch from the Massachusetts Democratic Party to present Harris-Walz 2024 campaign updates and volunteer signup
• Postcard campaign led by Sally Willard
• Treasurer's report
• Guest speaker Brennan Spencer of Mental Health Options on Question 4 – limited legalization and regulation of natural psychedelic substances
• Kaveesh Pathak, MA State Committee member, to discuss the MA Democratic State Elector process

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk and staff will meet on August 27-29 and September 2, 2024, to open and process early voting ballots in preparation for an upcoming election. The sessions will run from 10 AM until all ballots received that day are processed.

• Advanced opening and processing of early voting ballots

Board of Health

The Burlington Board of Health will meet August 27, 2024, to consider permits for keeping hens at two residences, a biological safety permit for Modal Therapeutics, and a variance for an external grease interceptor at Life Alive. The agenda also includes a housing hearing at 4 Wildwood Street and discussion of a kennel license recommendation for 6 Ardmore Avenue.

• Permits for keeping hens at 218 Fox Hill Road and 5 Brookside Lane
• Biological safety permit for Modal Therapeutics, 3 Burlington Woods Drive
• Variance for external grease interceptor at Life Alive, 91 Middlesex Turnpike
• Housing hearing at 4 Wildwood Street
• Discussion of kennel license recommendation for 6 Ardmore Avenue

The Burlington Board of Health approved several permits and a variance at its August 27, 2024 meeting. It approved keeping animals (hens) at 218 Fox Hill Road and 5 Brookside Lane, a variance for an external grease interceptor at Life Alive (91 Middlesex Turnpike), and a biological safety permit for Modal Therapeutics (3 Burlington Woods Drive). The board also continued a housing hearing to October 22, 2024, and recommended a kennel license for 6 Ardmore Ave. All votes were unanimous (4-0 or 3-0).

• Approved keeping animals (hens) at 218 Fox Hill Road (4-0)
• Approved keeping animals (hens) at 5 Brookside Lane (4-0)
• Approved variance for external grease interceptor at Life Alive, 91 Middlesex Turnpike (4-0)
• Approved biological safety permit for Modal Therapeutics, 3 Burlington Woods Drive (4-0)
• Continued housing hearing for 4 Wildwood Street to October 22, 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended kennel license for 6 Ardmore Ave. to Town Clerk (3-0)
• Approved staff reports from Environmental Engineer, Health Agent, Associate Director, and Director of Public Health (3-0 each)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee is meeting to review the September 2024 Warrant. The body will also discuss Town Meeting vacancies, precinct captains, and the ending time for Town Meeting.

• Review of September 2024 Warrant
• Charge to Original Rules Committee
• Precinct Captains
• Town Meeting vacancies
• Town Meeting ending time

Recreation

The Burlington Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the Director and Assistant Director, and discuss new and old business. Key items include a vote related to the Will of Marshall Simonds for the September Town Meeting and a review of the Revolving Account and Culture Assessment.

• Approval of July 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Will of Marshall Simonds – vote for September Town Meeting
• Revolving Account Report
• Culture Assessment Update
• Director of Parks & Recreation Report

Town Clerk

The Burlington Town Clerk will hold a public meeting to conduct machine testing for the September 3 Primary Election. This is a procedural requirement to ensure voting equipment functions correctly.

• Machine testing for the September 3 Primary Election

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will review and discuss land-use-related warrant articles scheduled for the September Town Meeting. No voting will take place at this meeting. The agenda also includes routine administrative items like minutes approval and citizen input.

• Review and preliminary discussion of land-use warrant articles for September Town Meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will finalize an informational packet for the upcoming Town Meeting (TM). This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Finalize informational packet for TM

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group is holding a virtual meeting that is voluntarily public, though the group is not a public body under Open Meeting Law. The agenda is procedural only, with no specific decisions or discussions listed beyond general public outreach and updates.

Board of Appeals

The Burlington Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on a variance application for 5 Creston Avenue. The applicant seeks to replace an existing split-level home with a larger two-story house that would encroach 9.6 feet into the required left side setback. The board will also approve minutes from its August 6, 2024 meeting.

• Continued hearing for variance #24-29 at 5 Creston Avenue: applicant proposes a 40' x 62' new home, requiring a left-side setback variance of 5.4 ft.
• Building Inspector denied the proposal on June 13, 2024, citing zoning bylaw violations for side setback.
• Approval of minutes from the August 6, 2024 ZBA meeting.

The Burlington Board of Appeals met on August 20, 2024, and took two actions: it continued the hearing for application #24-29 at 5 Creston Avenue to September 17, 2024, because the applicant was not present, and it approved the minutes from the August 6, 2024 meeting. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued hearing #24-29 for 5 Creston Avenue to September 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 6, 2024 meeting (5-0)

School Committee

The School Committee and Ways & Means Education Subcommittee will meet to discuss school policies and facility updates. The body is scheduled to vote on the BHS Student Handbook, a STEM Accelerator Pilot, and the MSMS Field Subcommittee.

• Vote on BHS Student Handbook
• Vote on STEM Accelerator Pilot
• Vote on MSMS Field Subcommittee
• Vote on surplus equipment forklift
• 1st reading of BPS Policy AC Non-Discrimination and Harassment

The Burlington School Committee approved the BHS student handbook (4-1), the out-of-state marching band field trip to Hampton Beach, a STEM Computer Science Career Accelerator pilot, and the establishment of an MSMS Field Subcommittee. They also declared a 2003 forklift as surplus. The meeting included informational updates on enrollment, after-school program changes, and the Journey to C.A.R.E.S. initiative.

• Approved BHS Student Handbook as first reading (4-1)
• Approved out-of-state Marching Band Field Trip to Hampton Beach on Aug 25, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved STEM Computer Science Career Accelerator pilot (5-0)
• Established MSMS Field Subcommittee (5-0)
• Declared 2003 Forklift TCM FCB15 as surplus (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 7/23/24 meeting (5-0)

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee are meeting jointly to consider approval of July 23rd meeting minutes and a list of invoices and commitments. They will also discuss the PV study, videos and scripts for Special Town Meeting, and public outreach efforts.

• Approval of July 23rd, 2024 meeting minutes – vote expected
• Approval of invoices and commitments – vote expected
• PV Study discussion
• STM Videos and Script discussion
• Public Outreach discussion

The School Building Committee approved the July 23rd meeting minutes and two invoices, including $15,345 to Dore & Whittier and $3,000 to KartoonEDU. The MSBA reimbursement rate was adjusted down about 3.5%, increasing the local share by $2.3 million, but a diesel generator allowance and incentives reduced the net local cost by about $800,000. The total project cost is $100,484,141, with an estimated local share of $64,076,237 after incentives. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0-2)
• Approved Dore & Whittier Invoice No. 23 for $15,345 (11-0)
• Approved KartoonEDU invoice for $3,000 (11-0)

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee will meet remotely via Zoom to discuss articles for the September Town Meeting warrant. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and conduct any other appropriate bylaw business.

• Approve minutes of previous meeting
• Discussion on articles for September warrant

The General Bylaw Review Committee voted unanimously to support the recall petition in its current form, the amended remote access bylaw for Town Meeting, and the Electronic Voting System Article. It also supported the creation of an Information Systems Security Advisory Committee with one abstention. The committee elected Scott Martin as Chair and Phyllis Neufeld as Co-chair.

• Supported recall petition in current form (5-0)
• Supported amended remote access bylaw for Town Meeting (5-0)
• Supported Information Systems Security Advisory Committee article (5-0-1, Miller abstained)
• Supported Electronic Voting System Article (5-0)
• Elected Scott Martin as Chair and Phyllis Neufeld as Co-chair

Select Board

The Select Board Alcohol Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a Home Rule Petition regarding special legislation for liquor licenses. The meeting also includes an item regarding happy hour.

• Home Rule Petition Special Legislation Concerning Liquor Licenses Warrant Article
• Happy Hour

School Committee

This is an open house event, not a decision-making meeting. Residents are invited to view the existing conditions of Fox Hill Elementary School on August 19, 2024, from 2-6 PM. No votes or discussions are scheduled.

• Open house at Fox Hill Elementary School, 29 Center Street, Burlington, from 2-6 PM on August 19, 2024
• Opportunity for residents to see the current state of the school building

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct multiple public hearings, including a proposal to rezone 43 Middlesex Turnpike (Middlesex Commons) to the General Business district, amendments to sign regulations on the Town Common, and a new zoning overlay for recreational marijuana dispensaries. The board will also discuss the 2024 Housing Bond Bill and an ADU Bylaw Subcommittee. Two proposed amendments—fuel storage for public schools and temporary signs—have been withdrawn by their proponents.

• Public hearing on rezoning 43 Middlesex Turnpike (Middlesex Commons) to General Business (BG) District
• Public hearing on amendment to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries in a new Marijuana Retail overlay district
• Public hearing on amendments to sign regulations for two freestanding signs on the Town Common
• Public hearing on special permit for outdoor storage at 376 Cambridge Street (Blue Bird Fence, Inc.)
• Discussion of 2024 Housing Bond Bill and ADU Bylaw Subcommittee

The Burlington Planning Board recommended favorable action on several zoning amendments and a rezoning petition. The board voted to recommend rezoning 43 Middlesex Turnpike from IR to BG, and also recommended amendments on Town Common signs, accessory structures, retail definitions, use table housekeeping, and parking modifications. A special permit for Blue Bird Fence was approved, while two petitions were withdrawn and a marijuana dispensary hearing was continued.

• Recommended rezoning 43 Middlesex Turnpike to General Business (6-0)
• Approved special permit for Blue Bird Fence at 376 Cambridge St (6-0)
• Recommended Town Common sign amendment (4-2)
• Recommended accessory structures amendment (6-0)
• Recommended retail definition amendment (6-0)
• Recommended use table housekeeping amendment (6-0)
• Recommended parking/landscaping modifications amendment (6-0)
• Continued marijuana dispensary hearing to Oct 3 (6-0)

Select Board

This Select Board agenda is entirely procedural, consisting only of discussions on a job description, qualifications for the role, and an informational packet for Town Meeting. No votes or specific actions are scheduled.

• Discussion of job description
• Discussion of qualifications
• Discussion of informational packet for Town Meeting (TM)

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will vote on approving minutes, warrants, and several capital projects, including a roof replacement and driveway repairs. A key item is an amendment to the rent collection policy to allow direct debit via ACH. The board will also introduce a new governor-appointed member and hear from a resident about a landlocked property.

• Vote to approve warrants: $58,790.08 (June invoices) and $429,055.71 (July invoices) plus payroll
• Vote to approve $36,404 for roof replacement at Tower Hill
• Vote to approve design fees of $8,700 for bathroom sink and faucet replacement
• Vote to approve $45,459 construction budget and $15,400 design fees for driveway repair, seal, and stripe
• Vote to amend rent collection policy to implement direct debit via ACH

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to conduct a site walk. The purpose is to discuss a proposed special permit application for Blue Bird Fence at 376 Cambridge Street.

• Special permit application for Blue Bird Fence at 376 Cambridge Street

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee will hear public comments, approve past meeting minutes, discuss committee membership, and receive updates on ongoing topics including a grant request, incident response plans, a by-law change request, and a cyber safety program for the Council on Aging.

• Update on grant request for cybersecurity
• Discussion of incident response plans
• By-law change request related to information security
• CyberSafety 101 program for Council on Aging

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on appointments for the Police and Fire departments and the BCAT Board of Directors. The board is deciding on a new stop sign at Sylvester Road and Frances Road and discussing the status of the Town Clerk as an elected or appointed position.

• Proposed stop sign at Sylvester Road and Frances Road
• Therapeutic Recreation Programs funding: Horseback Riding $4,800, Cooking & Connections $5,000, Sneaker Prom $1,500, and Summer Inclusion Program $1,500
• Public hearing regarding Verizon grant of location at 33 Chestnut Ave
• Approval of a new Space Force Flag for the Town Common Veterans Section
• Discussion of September Town Meeting warrant articles including a message board

School Committee

The School Committee is hosting an open house for Burlington residents to view the existing conditions of Fox Hill Elementary School. This is the first of two scheduled open house events.

• Open house at Fox Hill Elementary School on August 12 from 4-8:00 PM

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a dwelling demolition and new construction at 35 County Road. The board will also review several requests for determinations of applicability for residential and utility work.

• Public Hearing: Demolish dwelling and construct new dwelling at 35 County Road
• Request for Certificate of Completion: Erosion & Sedimentation Control Permit at 25 & 27 Blue Sky Drive
• Determination of Applicability: Construct shed at 172 Winn Street
• Determination of Applicability: Construct in-ground pool at 253 Middlesex Turnpike Extension
• Determination of Applicability: Replace switch structures and install fence at Utility ROW near Winn Street

The Burlington Conservation Commission approved minutes from two prior meetings and issued negative conditional determinations for four projects, allowing them to proceed with conditions. A certificate of completion for a Blue Sky Drive project was delayed to the next meeting. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes from 6/27/2024 and 7/11/2024 meetings (5-0)
• Issued negative conditional determination for shed at 172 Winn Street (5-0)
• Issued negative conditional determination for in-ground pool at 253 Middlesex Turnpike Extension (5-0)
• Issued negative conditional determination for utility work near Winn Street (5-0)
• Issued negative conditional determination for residential addition at 31 Dolores Drive (5-0)
• Delayed certificate of completion for 25 & 27 Blue Sky Drive to 9/12/2024 meeting

Planning Board

The Burlington Sculpture Park, Selectboard, and Recreation Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss the potential relocation of the sculpture park. This is a discussion-only item with no votes or formal actions scheduled.

• Discussion regarding the re-location of the sculpture park

Burlington High School Building Committee

The Burlington High School Building Committee will meet to review project updates from Tappé Architects and receive reports from working groups. The committee is also expected to vote on meeting minutes and approve invoices and commitments.

• Approval of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments
• Project update from Tappé Architects
• Working group updates

Board of Registrars

The Burlington Board of Registrars will hold a hearing on a voter challenge. This meeting was rescheduled from an earlier date. The board will hear and decide on the challenge.

• Hearing on Voter Challenge

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group is meeting virtually to discuss routine matters such as an outreach video and upcoming meetings. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda; it is primarily procedural.

• Call to order and introductions
• Discussion of outreach video
• Scheduling of upcoming meetings
• Other topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours prior

Planning Board

The Burlington Sculpture Park Committee and Recreation will meet via Webex to plan a farewell party for the pig sculptures, finalize details for the August 31 art event, and discuss moving current sculptures to make way for a new police station. The committee will also review fall event schedules.

• Plan Goodbye Party for the Pigs (tentative date 8/24)
• Finalize plans for IAB art event on 8/31/24
• Discuss relocation of sculptures due to police station construction
• Discuss fall events

The committee discussed upcoming events, including the Goodbye Pig Party on Aug 24 and the IAB Art event on Aug 31, and approved spending $250 on goodbye leis. They also discussed pig removals, proposing that all pigs be available for pickup on August 30, and scheduled a temporary relocation meeting for Aug 8.

• Approved $250 for goodbye leis
• Scheduled Goodbye Pig Party for Aug 24, 10am-12pm
• Scheduled IAB Art event for Aug 31, 10am-12pm
• Proposed all pigs available for pickup on Aug 30
• Scheduled sculpture temporary relocation meeting for Aug 8 at 4pm
• Set next meeting for Sept 4 at 8am via Webex

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will meet via Webex to approve minutes from June 4, 2024. The agenda consists of procedural items including old business and new business.

• Approval of June 4, 2024 minutes

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a residential construction variance and two special sign permits. The body will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting.

• Hearing #24-29: Variance request for 5 Creston Avenue to build a two-story home that encroaches 9.6 feet into the left side setback
• Hearing #24-31: Special sign permit for 6 Wayside Road for a wall sign approximately 63 sq. ft.
• Hearing #24-32: Special sign permit for 27 Blue Sky Drive for a Broad Institute wall sign measuring 42 5/16" H x 14' 4" L

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss pros and cons of unspecified items and hold discussions with the Town Clerk and the Town of Arlington. The board will also review minutes for approval.

• Discussion with Town Clerk
• Discussion with Town of Arlington
• Approval of Minutes

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to review a voter challenge. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of a voter challenge

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group is meeting virtually on July 24, 2024. The group voluntarily makes its meetings public but is not a public body subject to Open Meeting Law. The agenda is entirely procedural, covering call to order, upcoming meetings, and adjournment with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• No substantive items on the agenda — only call to order, upcoming meetings, and adjournment

The Executive Working Group for the Fox Hill Elementary School project met to plan community engagement ahead of Town Meeting. They scheduled Fox Hill tours for August 12 and August 19, planned website updates after a video presentation is finalized, and will attend a Town Meeting member informational session. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Scheduled Fox Hill tours for August 12 (4-8pm) and August 19 (2-6pm)
• Planned website updates after project video presentation is finalized
• Project team will attend Town Meeting member informational session

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will consider approving previous meeting minutes, sign motor vehicle abatement commitments, and hold an executive session to discuss abatements. Town Appraiser Mr. Tierney will update the board on progress setting real estate values for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Signing of motor vehicle abatements and commitments
• Executive session to discuss abatement matters
• Town Appraiser report on FY25 real estate valuation progress

Department of Public Works

The Department of Public Works will hold a public hearing on July 24, 2024, to consider the removal of public shade trees along the frontage of 35 County Rd. The hearing is required under MGL Ch 87 Sec 3. Affected trees include two chestnut trees (30-inch and 24-inch diameter) and three white pine trees (14-inch, 14-inch, and 18-inch diameter).

• Public hearing on removal of shade trees at 35 County Rd (chestnut and white pine)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a tobacco and vape product violation at Cigars & More. The board will also discuss an introduction to Burlington Buzz and receive staff reports from the Health Agent, Environmental Engineer, and Director of Public Health.

• Public hearing: Cigars & More, 64 Middlesex Tpk. — violation of Regulations Restricting the Sales of Tobacco and Vape Products
• Discussion: Introduction to Burlington Buzz
• Approval of minutes from May 14 and June 25, 2024
• Citizen's Time and Chairman's Report
• Staff reports from Health Agent, Environmental Engineer, and Director of Public Health

School Committee

The School Committee will vote on contracts for BEA Unit A, BEA Unit D, and clerical staff. The body will also discuss long-term facilities planning and a STEM Accelerator Pilot.

• Vote on BEA Unit A Contract
• Vote on BEA Unit D Contract
• Vote on Clerical Contract
• Vote on MSMS Field Project Committee
• Vote on Superintendent’s Contract

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee will hold a joint virtual meeting to approve the June 25, 2024 meeting minutes and review outstanding invoices and commitments. The meeting is scheduled for 30 minutes before the regular School Committee meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes – vote expected
• Approval of invoices and commitments – vote expected (amounts not specified in agenda)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a special permit for a performance theatre at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (Burlington Mall) and discuss multiple zoning bylaw amendments, including allowing recreational marijuana dispensaries in a new overlay district, rezoning 43 Middlesex Turnpike, and changes to sign regulations, fuel storage, and parking rules. One item (accessory structures in RO district) has been continued to August 15.

• Public hearing – special permit for Flip Circus, LLC at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (Burlington Mall) for a performance theatre
• Discussion – zoning amendment to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries via a new overlay district
• Discussion – rezone 43 Middlesex Turnpike (Middlesex Commons) to General Business (BG) District
• Discussion – amendment to sign regulations allowing two freestanding signs on the Town Common
• Discussion – amendment to allow storage of fuels/petroleum products in RO zone for public school buildings

The Burlington Planning Board approved a temporary special permit for Flip Circus at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (Burlington Mall) and a minor engineering change for a child care center at 22 A Street. All other agenda items, including zoning amendments and a marijuana overlay district proposal, were continued to the August 15, 2024 meeting.

• Approved temporary special permit for Flip Circus at 75 Middlesex Turnpike (5-0)
• Approved minor engineering change for 22 A Street parking reconfiguration (5-0)
• Continued accessory structures zoning amendment to August 15 (5-0)
• Continued electronic sign amendment for Town Common to August 15 (5-0)
• Continued fuel storage amendment for schools to August 15 (5-0)
• Continued marijuana retail overlay district proposal to August 15 (5-0)
• Continued 43 Middlesex Turnpike rezoning request to August 15 (5-0)
• Continued parking/landscaping and housekeeping amendments to August 15 (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to conduct introductions and review discussions from a Town Meeting. No other specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Town Meeting Discussion

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss preparations for the 225th celebration of Burlington Day. The body will review plans for historical site access and related displays.

• Burlington Day 225th celebration planning
• Trolley route for historical sites
• Public access to historical sites
• Cataloging and scanning of museum items

Board of Appeals

The Burlington Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings on several sign permit applications and a variance request. The most notable item is a variance for a new two-story home at 5 Creston Avenue that encroaches 9.6 feet into the required side setback. The board will also consider special sign permits for businesses at 400 District Avenue, 77 South Bedford Street, 25 Blue Sky Drive, and a variance for EV charging equipment at 61 Middlesex Turnpike.

• Continued hearing for special sign permit at 400 District Avenue (Residence Inn by Marriott) to install four wall signs totaling approximately 356.4 sq. ft.
• New hearing for sign permit at 77 South Bedford Street (Scientific Systems): proposed 179 sq. ft. illuminated LED wall sign above the first floor, exceeding the 6-foot length limit.
• New hearing for special sign permit at 25 Blue Sky Drive (Vericel Corporation) to install two wall signs (each 119.8 sq. ft.) on north and south elevations, exceeding allowed dimensions.
• New hearing for variance at 5 Creston Avenue: rebuild a single-family home with a larger footprint that requires a left side setback of 5.4 ft. instead of the required 15 ft.
• New hearing for variance at 61 Middlesex Turnpike (Nouria Energy Corp.): install four EV charging stations and equipment within the side yard setback, with distances as close as 0.5 ft. from the property line.

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee will hold final discussions on remote access, electronic voting, and recall vote petitions. The committee will also review proposed bylaw changes regarding land use, ISSAC, and retail cannabis.

• Proposed bylaw for Retail Cannabis
• Final discussion on Subcommittee for Electronic Voting
• Final discussion on Petition for Recall Vote
• Final discussion on Remote Access
• Proposed bylaw changes for Land Use and ISSAC

Recreation

This is a procedural meeting of the Burlington Recreation Commission. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, reports from staff and subcommittees, and discussion of new and old business. No specific decisions or public hearings are described in the posted agenda.

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially approve zoning articles, hold two public hearings (for a Verizon grant of location at 33 Chestnut Ave and an earth moving permit at 225 Middlesex Turnpike Ext), and consider multiple appointments, liquor licenses, and other routine items.

• Discussion/Approval of Zoning Articles (item 156)
• Public Hearing: Earth Moving at 225 Middlesex Turnpike Ext (item 160)
• Public Hearing: Continued Grant of Location for Verizon at 33 Chestnut Ave (item 159)
• Approval of 4 One-Day Liquor Licenses for Beer Garden (item 155)
• Discussion: Sept. TM Warrant Article on Message Board (item 162)

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The School Committee is conducting a retreat focused on planning for the 2024-2025 school year. The agenda includes an update on end-of-year spending and a brainstorming session regarding future directions.

• Business Manager update on end-of-year spending and E&D
• Setting goals for 2024-2025
• Building tour

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several requests regarding wetland permits and erosion control. This includes an extension request for 43 South Avenue and a certificate of completion for work at 25 and 27 Blue Sky Drive.

• Extension request for Order of Conditions/Wetland Permit at 43 South Avenue
• Request for Certificate of Compliance at 4 Sunnyside Drive
• Request for Certificate of Completion for Erosion & Sedimentation Control at 25 and 27 Blue Sky Drive (formerly Network Drive)

Library Trustees

The July 11, 2024, meeting for the Library Board of Trustees consists of standard procedural items. The agenda includes a review of minutes, trustee reports, and a director's report.

• Review of minutes
• Trustee reports
• Policy review
• Director's report

Select Board

The Select Board is holding a strategic planning session to discuss several administrative and town matters. Topics include DEI funds, departmental structure, and the Town Clerk position. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of DEI Funds
• Review of Communication Plan
• Discussion of Departmental Structure
• Town Common Corner Sign discussion
• Town Clerk appointment/election discussion

Ways & Means

The Ways & Means committee will discuss reorganizing the chair and vice-chair positions and reviewing end-of-year transfers. The meeting also includes an update on debt and large projects and planning for the upcoming year.

• Reorganization of chair and vice-chair
• End-of-year transfers
• Debt and large projects update
• Review of previous year and Town Meeting

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project - Executive Working Group will hold a virtual meeting on July 10, 2024. This meeting consists of procedural items including scheduling upcoming meetings.

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing revisions to the cybersecurity policy for the Town and Schools. Members will also receive updates on incident response plan development, including grant proposals and rehearsal preparations. Additionally, the committee will address committee composition and bylaw change requests.

• Cybersecurity policy revisions for the Town and Schools
• Updates on incident response plan development
• Committee composition and bylaw change requests
• Approval of June 18, 2024 minutes

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee will discuss its composition and potential candidates for membership. The agenda also includes public participation and new topics.

• Discussion of committee composition and candidates for membership

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a shed variance at 3 Maud Graham Circle and a special sign permit for 400 District Avenue. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 18, 2024.

• Variance request for a new shed at 3 Maud Graham Circle
• Special sign permit for four wall signs at 400 District Avenue
• Approval of June 18, 2024, meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The commission will consider a request for walking trails at 252 Fox Hill Road and a certificate of completion for stormwater permits at 25 Network Drive. A public hearing will also continue regarding a notice of intent to construct a shed at 10 McCarthy Drive.

• Request for walking trails and bog bridges at 252 Fox Hill Road
• Certificate of completion for stormwater permit at 25 Network Drive
• Public hearing for shed construction at 10 McCarthy Drive

Planning Board

The Sculpture Park Committee and Recreation will discuss the 2024 sculpture installation. The committee is considering whether to replace a withdrawn artist or proceed with one fewer sculpture.

• Discussion regarding the 2024 sculpture installation following an artist withdrawal

Conservation Commission

The document announces a public workshop and survey regarding the Burlington Hazard Mitigation Plan update. Residents are invited to provide input via the survey by July 1st.

• Hazard Mitigation Plan Update survey

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous minutes and sign motor vehicle abatements. The agenda also includes an executive session regarding a pending Appellate Tax Board hearing and a report from the Town Appraiser.

• Approval of previous minutes
• Sign motor vehicle abatements and commitment
• Executive Session: Discuss pending Appellate Tax Board hearing
• Town Appraiser report

School Committee

The Fox Hill Building Project Executive Working Group will discuss a schematic design submission and the status of a diesel generator text amendment. The meeting also includes updates regarding the project website.

• Schematic Design Submission
• Diesel Generator Text Amendment Status
• Website Updates

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Curriculum Subcommittee is meeting to review and vote on key documents for the 2024-2025 school year. This includes the Student Handbook and the Professional Development Plan. The committee will also receive an update on the Master Schedule.

• Vote on 2024-2025 Student Handbook
• Vote on 2024-2025 Professional Development Plan
• Master Schedule Update
• Approval of April 23, 2024 minutes

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee will meet to vote on June 4, 2024, meeting minutes and approve various invoices and commitments. The committee is also scheduled to review a schematic design submission.

• Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments
• Review of schematic design submission

School Committee

The Burlington School Committee will hold discussions regarding a math curriculum review and the Superintendent's evaluation. The meeting also includes votes on stipends for the Fashion Club advisor and FW Used Book Store.

• Math Curriculum Review discussion
• Vote on FW Used Book Store Stipend
• Vote on Fashion Club Advisor Stipend
• Fox Hill School Building Committee update
• Superintendent Contract vote

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review permits for keeping hens at 15 County Road and a biological safety permit for The Broad Institute. The board will also discuss FDA National Voluntary Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards.

• Permit for keeping animals (hens) at 15 County Road
• Biological Safety Permit for 27 Blue Sky Drive – The Broad Institute
• Discussion of FDA National Voluntary Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee will meet to review reports from the Superintendent and Business Manager. The committee is scheduled to vote on a Professional Development Plan, a Student Handbook, and the acceptance of a Skills Capital Grant.

• Vote on Professional Development Plan
• Vote on Student Handbook
• Vote on acceptance of Skills Capital Grant
• Approval of bills for Howard Greenspan and Nuttall MacAvoy
• Discussion of budget transfers

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several municipal and committee appointments. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding Verizon and the adoption of a cannabis social equity policy.

• Adoption of Cannabis Social Equity Policy
• Public hearing for Verizon at 33 Chestnut Ave
• New victualler’s license for Greco Truly Greek at 75 Middlesex Turnpike
• Cell tower lease approval for 72 Center St
• Rescinding small cell permit at 44 Burlington Mall Road

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 3 and review reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding a Parks & Recreation Month proclamation and the summer meeting schedule.

• Approval of June 3 minutes
• Parks & Recreation Month Proclamation
• Summer meeting schedule

Historical Commission

The Burlington Historical Commission will host Neil Harrigan AIA from Discodesign. He will explain the design of the Fox Hill School and its planned demolition.

• Presentation on Fox Hill School design and demolition

Democratic Town Committee

The Burlington Democratic Town Committee will review committee reports and previous minutes. The agenda includes discussing a request for poll workers and an upcoming Governor's Council forum. Representative Ken Gordon is scheduled as the guest speaker.

• Request from Town Clerk for Poll Workers (due July 10th)
• Forum - Governor's Council sponsored by Burlington and surrounding DTCs
• Guest Speaker: Representative Ken Gordon
• Greater Lowell Area Democrats Annual Cookout/Barbecue on August 4th

Board of Health

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board will review the FY 25 budget and workplan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding public health initiatives and tobacco protocol.

• Approval of April 22 and May 15, 2024 minutes
• FY 25 Budget and Workplan review
• Programs and public health initiatives discussion
• Tobacco Protocol discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss the Mall Road Mixed Use Rezoning Initiative and new design guidelines. The meeting includes public hearings for special permits at 101 Middlesex Turnpike regarding parking reduction and food establishments. Members will also review accessory use regulation amendments and engineering changes for 17 A Street.

• Mall Road Mixed Use Rezoning Initiative discussion
• Public hearing for parking reduction methods at 101 Middlesex Turnpike
• Continued public hearing for a fast order food establishment at 101 Middlesex Turnpike
• Minor engineering change request for 17 A Street
• Amendment to the Accessory Use Regulations of the Zoning Bylaws

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss revisions to the cybersecurity policy for the Town and Schools. Members will also receive updates on incident response plan development and progress in cybersecurity awareness.

• Revisions to the cybersecurity policy for the Town and Schools
• Updates on incident response plans and tabletop rehearsal preparations
• Discussion of candidates for committee membership
• Updates from Town Meeting and Select Board survey

General Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding articles for the September warrant.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion on Articles for September Warrant

Board of Appeals

The Board will hear an appeal concerning building fines at Prestige Car Wash. The agenda also includes a withdrawal request for a sign permit at 6 Wayside Ave and the approval of June 4 meeting minutes.

• Appeal of $6,000 in fines for flashing signs at Prestige Car Wash
• Withdrawal of sign permit application for 6 Wayside Ave
• Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes

Disability Access Commission

The Burlington Disability Access Commission will approve April meeting minutes and review a therapeutic recreation assistance request. Members will consider a funding increase for processing handicap parking appeals, which determines how the town handles accessibility complaints, alongside updates on ADA grievances and fine fund allocations.

• Approve minutes from April 2024
• Review therapeutic recreation assistance request for Brendan Egan and Kelly Lehman
• Consider funding increase for handicap parking appeal processing
• Discuss ADA grievances and handicapped parking fine fund status
• Review future accessibility projects

School Committee

The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) will conduct board nominations and an election. The meeting also includes training and a discussion regarding the new IEP.

• SEPAC Board Nominations
• Board Election
• New IEP Training
• Q&A session on the new IEP

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider requests for patio expansions and parking replacements at two local properties. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding a shed construction and two single-family home reconstructions.

• 72 Wilmington Road: Expand patio and stormwater management
• 17 A Street: Replace four parking spaces with a play area
• 10 McCarthy Drive: Construct a shed
• 21 Gedick Road: Demolish and reconstruct a single-family dwelling
• 73 Winn Street: Demolish and reconstruct a single-family dwelling

Library Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review minutes and trustee reports. The Director's report includes discussions regarding circulation policy and additional funds for FY25 personnel and contracted services.

• Review of Circulation Policy
• FY25 Contracted Services additional funds
• FY25 Personnel additional funds

Burlington High School Building Committee

The committee will review the May 9, 2024, meeting minutes and vote on pending invoices and commitments. Tappé Architects is also scheduled to provide a project update.

• Approval of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments
• Tappé Architects project update

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will vote on several financial items, including payment installments for a roof replacement at Tower Hill. The board will also approve May 2024 invoices and payroll and review quarterly accounting reports.

• Three payment installments for Tower Hill roof replacement ($10,779.65, $365,546.70, and $184,078.65)
• Approval of May 2024 invoices ($102,393.62) and payroll ($27,302.72)
• Write-off for one vacant unit at Tower Hill ($1,178.00)
• Review of March accounting and expenditure reports

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review May minutes and receive reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director. Discussion items include July 4th, elections, and technology grants.

• Review of May meeting minutes
• Reports from Minuteman Senior Services and the Director
• Discussion regarding July 4th and elections
• Updates on technology grants for digital literacy and hybrid technology
• Discussion of director certification and strategic plan

School Committee

This notice announces a remote community update regarding the Fox Hill Elementary School building project. No specific agenda items or discussion topics are detailed in the posting.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review secretary and treasurer reports and welcome Selectboard member Sarah Cawley. The meeting includes updates on shed progress, cataloging/scanning, and the 225 Celebration.

• Museum open house scheduled for June 8th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Planning for 225 Celebration including booklets, trifolds, and trolley
• Update on shed progress
• Cataloging and scanning updates

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss several items including school service contracts and building committee updates. The meeting includes votes on custodial and cafeteria MOAs for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027. Members will also consider a stipend adjustment and the MSMS Field Project.

• Vote on Custodial MOA (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027)
• Vote on Cafeteria MOA (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027)
• Stipend adjustment for BHS Grading Coordinator vote
• Discussion and vote on MSMS Field Project
• Update and vote on Fox Hill School Building Committee members

Planning Board

The Planning Board Subcommittee will meet to discuss the creation of a Middle Housing Zoning Overlay District. This meeting is for discussion purposes.

• Creation of a Middle Housing Zoning Overlay District

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee meeting consists of procedural items including a review of the May 2024 Town Meeting and committee charges. The agenda also includes discussions regarding precinct captains, vacancies, and parking.

• Review of May 2024 Town Meeting
• Discussion of precinct captains
• Discussion of TM vacancies
• Discussion of parking

Select Board

The Select Board will consider approvals for affordable housing refinancing and various license rate changes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a retail marijuana zoning change and DPW speed table policies.

• Zoning change for a Retail Marijuana Retail Overlay
• Affordable Housing Refinance approval
• License rate changes for several categories including taxi/livery and victualler
• DPW policy update regarding speed tables
• New general license for secondhand/junk at 75 Middlesex Turnpike

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings regarding special permits for a fitness center at 240 Middlesex Turnpike and a fast order food establishment at 101 Middlesex Turnpike. The board will also discuss engineering changes for drainage and façade improvements at 101 Middlesex Turnpike.

• Special Permit hearing for a fitness center at 240 Middlesex Turnpike
• Special Permit hearing for a fast order food establishment at 101 Middlesex Turnpike
• Engineering change for parking lot drainage improvements at 101 Middlesex Turnpike
• Engineering change for façade and circulation improvements at 101 Middlesex Turnpike
• Discussion regarding a fee schedule update

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will discuss the Mall Road development with Melisa Tintocalis. The meeting includes elections for Chair and Vice Chair and a review of subcommittee minutes. Members will also discuss proposed committee bylaws and scoring criteria.

• Mall Road Development discussion
• Elections for Chair and Vice Chair
• Proposed Land Use Committee Bylaw
• Discussion on structured/scored Land Use criteria

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Scholarship Fund Committee will discuss the upcoming Scholarship Awards night and review the scholarship submission and review processes. The committee also plans to assign development actions for these processes and update school contact lists.

• Discussion of Scholarship Awards night
• Review of scholarship review process
• Review of scholarship submission process
• Assignment of development actions for awards and processes

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will address strategic planning, specifically regarding a post-SWOT analysis. The meeting also includes discussion of next steps.

• Post SWOT Analysis
• Next Steps

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will review minutes from the April 6, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes follow-ups on April action items and the Town Meeting Redux. Members will also discuss planning for the summer and next year.

• Approval of April 6, 2024 minutes
• Review of April action items
• Town Meeting Redux discussion
• Summer and next year planning

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee will meet to consider approving May 21, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda includes a review of cost estimates and value engineering for the school project. A vote on invoices and commitments is also expected from the SBC.

• Approval of May 21st, 2024, meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments for the Fox Hill School Building Committee
• Review of cost estimate and value engineering

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hear an appeal regarding building fines totaling $6,000 at Prestige Car Wash. The board will also consider a request for sixteen temporary signs on the Town Common for a fundraiser. Additionally, the board is scheduled to approve minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting.

• Appeal of $6,000 in fines for flashing 'X' violations at Prestige Car Wash
• Sign permit request for sixteen temporary signs for the 'Pigs on Parade' fundraiser
• Approval of May 21, 2024, meeting minutes

Rules Committee

This meeting consists of procedural and administrative items. The committee will review the May 2024 Town Meeting and discuss precinct captains and Town Meeting vacancies.

• Review of May 2024 Town Meeting
• Discussion of precinct captains
• Town Meeting vacancies

Recreation

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of May 13 minutes and committee reports. New business includes commission reorganization and subcommittee assignments.

• Approval of May 13 minutes
• Commission reorganization
• Subcommittee assignments

Select Board

The posted agenda contains only procedural headers and one item regarding food requirements for Farmer Licenses and Farmer Series Pouring Permits. No additional details, proposed changes, or public hearing notices are included in the document.

• Farmer License/Farmer Series Pouring Permit – Food Requirements

School Committee

The Executive Working Group is meeting via Zoom to review cost estimates for the Fox Hill Building Project. The group is voluntarily making this session public.

• Cost Estimate Review

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The committee will meet to reorganize its membership and review reports from the business manager and superintendent. Members will vote on budget transfers, field trips, and the Student Opportunity Act Plan. The meeting includes an executive session regarding non-union contracts and litigation.

• Vote on budget transfers
• Approval of Student Opportunity Act Plan
• Vote on out-of-state field trips
• Approval of equipment donation for Advanced Manufacturing
• Approval of donation from Bob’s Furniture Stores

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider permits for keeping chickens at three residential addresses. The board will also review a minor engineering change application and receive a presentation on vapor barriers.

• Minor Engineering Change application for 101 Middlesex Turnpike (Brixmor Property Group)
• Chicken keeping permit for 12 Barbara Circle
• Chicken keeping permit for 2 College Road
• Chicken keeping permit for 4 Glen Avenue
• Vapor Barriers presentation by Environmental Engineer Christine Mathis

School Committee

The School Committee and Ways & Means Education Subcommittee will meet to discuss and vote on several operational and facility items. The session includes reports on youth risk behavior and updates on school building committees.

• Custodial MOA for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027 (Discussion/Vote)
• MSMS Field Project (Discussion/Vote)
• Fox Hill School Building Committee members (Vote)
• Youth Risk Behavior Survey presentation
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider several requests regarding property development and demolition. Items include a request for determination of applicability at 1 Rounder Way and multiple public hearings for single-family dwellings and parking lot changes.

• Determination of Applicability: 1 Rounder Way (mechanical yard, generator, HVAC unit, and electrical transformer)
• Public Hearing: 21 Gedick Road (demolish and construct new single-family dwelling)
• Continued Public Hearing: 73 Winn Street (demolish and construct new single-family dwelling)
• Continued Public Hearing: 12 Sarah Street (construct new single-family residence and restore wetland/buffer zone)
• Continued Public Hearing: 101 Middlesex Turnpike (raise parking lot elevation)

School Committee

The Wellness Advisory Committee is meeting to review previous discussion topics and determine the focus for the upcoming school year. The committee will also establish a meeting schedule for the next academic year.

• Updates on discussion topics from previous meeting
• Discussion regarding next year's focus
• Scheduling of meetings for the next school year

Board of Assessors

The Board will review previous minutes and sign motor vehicle abatements and commitments. The Board will also enter an executive session to discuss a pending Appellate Tax Board hearing.

• Sign motor vehicle abatements and commitment
• Executive Session: Discuss pending Appellate Tax Board hearing
• Town Appraiser report on yearly cyclical inspections

School Committee

The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is meeting to conduct board elections for the 2024-25 term. The council will also review the past year's work and establish goals and member responsibilities for the coming year.

• Board Elections for 2024-25
• Goal setting for 2024-25
• Communication with out of district placement families
• SEPAC Link on PTO websites
• SEPAC Flyer Content and BCAT Article

Information Systems Security Advisory Committee

The Information Systems Security Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on incident response plans and preparations for a rehearsal. The committee will also discuss revisions to the cybersecurity policy for the Town and Schools.

• Update on incident response plans and 'table top' rehearsal preparations
• Discussion of cybersecurity policy revisions for the Town and Schools
• Progress on cybersecurity awareness culture
• Review of new candidates for committee membership

School Committee

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee will meet to discuss design updates and the budget process. The committee is expected to vote on the April 29, 2024, meeting minutes and approve invoices and commitments.

• Vote on April 29, 2024, meeting minutes
• Vote on invoices and commitments
• Design update discussion
• Budget process overview
• Committee member change

General Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will meet to discuss potential articles for the September warrant. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the previous meeting and conducting other bylaw business.

• Discussion on Articles for September Warrant
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding sign violations and a property lot line adjustment. The board will also review minutes from April 16, 2023.

• Hearing #24-10: Appeal of $6,000 in fines for flashing 'X' signs at 310 Cambridge Street
• Hearing #24-11: Special sign permit for a 359 sq ft wall sign at 3 Van De Graaf Drive
• Hearing #24-12: Variance for lot reduction to 7,832 sq ft and a 14.3' rear setback at 1 Raymond Road

Disability Access Commission

The Disability Access Commission will meet to review a therapeutic recreation assistance request and receive an update on the handicap parking fine fund. The commission will also discuss future projects.

• Therapeutic recreation assistance request from Brendan Egan and Kelly Lehman
• Handicap parking fine fund update
• Discussion of future projects

Select Board

The Burlington Select Board will review administrative appointments, licensing requests, and a municipal property transaction during its May 20 session. Approving the Secondhand/Junk and Taxi/Livery licenses at designated addresses affects local commercial operations, while the proposed sale of 119 S. Bedford Street involves town-owned real estate that may influence future municipal planning and revenue. The board will also grant temporary alcohol permits for Wegmans, appoint a Conservation Administrator, and receive reports from town leadership.

• Approval of new Secondhand/Junk license at 75 Middlesex Turnpike and Taxi/Livery license at 2 Burlington Woods Drive
• One-day alcohol licenses for Wegmans covering May 30 through August 29
• Consideration of the sale of the property located at 119 S. Bedford Street
• Appointment of a new Conservation Administrator
• Proclamation designating June as Pride Month

Shawsheen Valley Technical High School Committee

The School Council will discuss updates to the student handbook for 2024-2025. The body will also review the District Strategic Plan, School Improvement Plan, and student attendance policy.

• 2024-2025 Student Handbook Changes
• Student Attendance Policy
• 2023-2026 District Strategic Plan
• 2024-2025 School Improvement Plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct several public hearings for special permits and site plan approvals. The meeting includes discussions on minor engineering changes and new applications for various commercial uses.

• Public hearing for massage therapy special permit at 120 Cambridge Street
• Public hearings for laboratory and hazardous materials permits at 10 North Avenue
• Public hearing for fitness center special permit at 240 Middlesex Turnpike
• Public hearing for fast order food establishment special permit at 101 Middlesex Turnpike
• Continued public hearing for site plan approval at 155 Middlesex Turnpike

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to discuss strategic planning. The agenda includes a review of the post SWOT analysis and a discussion on next steps.

• Strategic planning post SWOT analysis

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review reports and discuss several community projects. The body is coordinating a presentation for seniors and materials for a 225th celebration.

• Spring Presentation for Seniors on May 22nd at 1:00 p.m.
• Museum open house and shed progress
• 225 Celebration booklet and trifold
• Cataloging and scanning projects
• Library displays for May and June

Board of Health

The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board will meet to review the tobacco program and other public health initiatives. The session includes municipality updates and the approval of minutes from April 22, 2024.

• Approval of April 22, 2024 minutes
• Tobacco Program discussion
• Programs & Public Health Initiatives discussion
• Municipality Updates

School Committee

The Executive Working Group is meeting virtually to review upcoming and recent meetings regarding the Fox Hill Building Project. The group notes that this is a voluntary public meeting for a body not required to follow Open Meeting Law.

• Review of upcoming SBC Meeting
• Review of recent meetings

Planning Board

The Burlington Sculpture Park Committee and Recreation department are meeting to review student selections for 2024. The body will select new sculptures for summer installation and receive an update on pig sales.

• Review of 2024 student selections
• Selection of new sculptures for summer installation
• Update on pig sales

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to consider a special permit and engineering change for a property at 1 Rounder Way. The board will also discuss a late hazardous material storage permit application for 8 Kimball Court.

• Special Permit & Minor Engineering Change application for 1 Rounder Way (DynamiCure)
• Discussion of late Hazardous Material Storage Permit application for Halstead Burlington at 8 Kimball Court

School Committee

The School Committee and Ways & Means Education Subcommittee will meet to discuss school facilities and finances. The body will consider a vote on a warrant article for Marshall Simonds Field and review superintendent evaluation forms.

• Warrant Article for Marshall Simonds Field (Discussion/Vote)
• Superintendent Evaluation Forms (Discussion)
• Fox Hill School Building Committee update
• BHS Building Committee update
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining strategy

Town Meeting

The Town Meeting is convening to fill one vacancy in Precinct 4 and one vacancy in Precinct 7. Remaining members of these precincts will meet to nominate and appoint individuals to these roles.

• Filling one vacancy in Precinct 4
• Filling one vacancy in Precinct 7

Recreation

The Recreation Commission will meet at Burlington High School to conduct regular business. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and reports from the Chairman and subcommittees.

• Approval of April 8 and April 30 minutes

School Committee

The School Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss potential Town Meeting adjustments. The Ways & Means Education Subcommittee will also deliberate on the agenda items.

• Town Meeting adjustments

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review requests for tree removal and the construction of new single-family homes. The body will also hold continued hearings regarding commercial site work and parking lot elevation on Middlesex Turnpike.

• Request for Determination of Applicability: 24 Gedick Road to remove 7 trees
• Public Hearing: 73 Winn Street to demolish and construct a new single-family dwelling
• Continued Public Hearing: 155 Middlesex Turnpike for commercial building vertical expansion
• Continued Public Hearing: 12 Sarah Street to construct a new single-family residence and restore wetland
• Continued Public Hearing: 101 Middlesex Turnpike to raise parking lot elevation

Library Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review minutes, policies, and reports. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and reports.

• Policy Review
• Director's Report
• Trustee Reports

Town Meeting

The Town Clerk and Town Meeting staff are meeting to review and prepare for the upcoming Town Meeting. This is a preparatory session.

• Review and preparation for Town Meeting

Burlington High School Building Committee

The Burlington High School Building Committee and School Committee will meet to approve minutes and invoices. The committee will receive a project update from Tappe Architects and discuss working groups.

• Swearing in of SBC Members by Town Clerk
• Approval of April 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of invoices and commitments
• Project update from Tappe Architects

Housing Authority

The Burlington Housing Authority will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and financial expenditures. The board will also discuss changing the monthly meeting schedule to the second Wednesday of each month at 10:00 A.M.

• Approval of paid invoices totaling $91,451.10
• Approval of Payroll Journal totaling $22,208.73
• Proposed change of board meeting schedule to second Wednesday of the month at 10:00 A.M.

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to receive reports from the Director and Minuteman Senior Services. The board will discuss old business regarding technology grants and director certification.

• Introduction of Sarah Cawley, Selectboard Liaison to the COA
• Discussion of Digital Literacy and Hybrid Technology grants
• Review of Director Certification and Strategic Plan

Capital Budget Committee

The Capital Budget Committee will review additional budget requests from the Parks and Recreation Department. The committee is also scheduled to vote on the Police Station project.

• Vote on Police Station project
• Review of Parks and Recreation Department capital budget requests

Board of Health

The Board of Health Subcommittee will meet to consider a special permit application. The applicant is Acco Property, LLC for the property at 1 Rounder Way, occupied by DynamiCure Biotechnology, LLC.

• Special Permit Application: 1 Rounder Way (DynamiCure Biotechnology, LLC)