Carlisle public meetings in 2022
613 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Police Chief Screening Committee
The committee will discuss process updates and committee organization. Members will also review and vote on the job description for the Police Chief position.
- Review and vote on job description
- Process updates
- Committee organization
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will review reports from school and town facilities managers. Members will also discuss the town-wide capital expenditures spreadsheet and Master Plan assignments. Updates on library, police station, and fire station maintenance are scheduled.
- Library roof project and RTU installation status
- Police Station ramp installation
- Fire Station trailer sprinkler system
- Town-wide capital expenditures spreadsheet discussion
- Approval of December 15, 2022, meeting minutes
Police Chief Screening Committee
The Police Chief Screening Committee is meeting to discuss updates to the recruitment process. The committee will also organize its structure and review the job description for the position.
- Review and vote on police chief job description
- Committee organization
- Process updates
Council on Aging and Human Services
The Council on Aging and Human Services will review staff, financial, and monthly reports. The meeting includes a discussion regarding Selectboard questions submitted by David Model and a request to reschedule the January meeting.
- Review of Director, Social Worker, and Financial reports
- Minuteman Senior Services update
- Discussion of Selectboard questions submitted by David Model
- Request to move the January meeting to Tuesday, 1/31
Senior Tax Advisory Committee
The committee will review tax worker assignments and the timing of tax adjustments. Members will also discuss a proposed senior tax exemption program.
- Review of tax worker assignments
- Review of program cycle and timing of tax adjustments
- Discussion of proposed senior tax exemption program
Regional Meetings
The North Central Climate Change Coalition will discuss its reorganization schedule and progress on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The meeting also includes reviewing climate change resources for community leaders and discussing financial motivations for climate action.
- NC4 Reorganization Schedule
- MOU Progress
- Climate Change Resources for Community Leaders
- Long Term Financial Motivations for Climate Action
Select Board
The Select Board will hold a hearing to consider amending the Dog Order for 480 South St. The meeting also includes a nuisance dog hearing regarding 124 Nathan Ln.
- Hearing to consider amending Dog Order [480 South St]
- Nuisance Dog Hearing [124 Nathan Ln]
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review numerous existing school policies and recently updated MASC policies. The committee also plans to discuss a potential new policy topic regarding curriculum material challenges.
- Review of various school policies including safety, non-discrimination, and student welfare
- Review of updated MASC policies regarding student dress and school choice
- Discussion of a potential policy topic: Curriculum Material Challenge
- Approval of December 6, 2022 meeting minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will hold public hearings regarding the FY24 budgets for CPS and CCRSD. Members will also vote on the CPS Capital Plan, several school policies, and student trips.
- Public hearings for CPS and CCRSD FY24 budgets
- Vote to approve the CPS Capital Plan
- First reading of school committee policies KA, KE, KEB, KEB-R, and KEC
- Vote to approve CCHS Nordic Team trip and Japan 2024 trip
- Vote on CMSBC Warrant Article
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will discuss a proposal from Johnson Roberts Associates. The group will also conduct a review of a Select Board meeting.
- Johnson Roberts Associates proposal
- Vote to approve minutes
- Select Board Meeting Review
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The committee will review progress on public outreach and plan for Route to Sustainability Day. The agenda also includes updates or actions regarding town governance issues.
- Approval of November 29th and December 5th minutes
- Public Outreach progress update
- Route to Sustainability Day planning
- Specialized Stretch Code presentation
- Updates/Actions on Town Governance Issues
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee will review meeting minutes from August 11 and October 12, 2022. The committee also plans to check the status of CPA account funding and hold preliminary discussions regarding applications for fiscal year 2024. Additionally, members will discuss updates to the Community Preservation Plan.
- Review of August 11 and October 12, 2022 meeting minutes
- Status review of CPA account funding
- Preliminary discussion of FY24 applications
- Discussion regarding updates to the Community Preservation Plan
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The Cranberry Bog Working Group will review Curve Street dam conditions and water levels. The meeting includes updates on pumphouse removal, Dam #1 repairs, and a proposed Mowing Notice of Intent.
- Review of Curve Street dam conditions and water levels
- Proposed Mowing NOI
- Pumphouse removal update
- Cranberry Bog Dam #1 repair update
- Discussion of proposed Friends of Carlisle Cranberry Bog group
Cultural Council
The council will review minutes from November 18, 2022, and address ongoing business. Discussions include the MCC annual grant cycle, ARPA grants, and Old Home Day 2023.
- MCC Annual grant cycle
- ARPA Grants Phase 2 and Winter round
- Old Home Day 2023
- Community Survey
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will discuss 2023 action plans and assignments. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding private hauler permits and a vote to approve minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting.
- Vote to approve November 17, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2023 action plans and assignments
- Discussion regarding private hauler permits
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent filed by The Federal Investment Properties Trust. The proposal includes constructing a single-family dwelling, driveway, water supply well, and sewage disposal system at 445 East Riding Drive. This project involves grading and tree removal within a 100-foot wetland buffer zone.
- Public hearing for construction at 445 East Riding Drive
- Proposed driveway, water supply well, and sewage disposal system
- Grading and tree removal within a 100-foot wetland buffer zone
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by The Federal Investment Properties Trust. The proposal includes constructing a single-family dwelling, driveway, and sewage disposal system. The project involves work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
- Public hearing for construction at 445 East Riding Drive
- Proposed installation of a water supply well and sewage disposal system
- Grading and foundation drain outlet work within a wetland buffer zone
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by The Federal Investment Properties Trust. The proposal involves demolishing an existing tennis court to construct a single-family dwelling and related infrastructure within a wetland buffer zone.
- Demolition of existing tennis court
- Construction of single-family dwelling, driveway, water supply well, and sewage disposal system
- Tree removal and grading within 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland
- Notice of Intent for 445 East Riding Drive (Map 23 Parcel 58-0 Lot 3)
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Charles and Suzanne Rutstein. The proposal involves constructing a pool and reconfiguring a soil absorption system within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a bordering vegetated wetland.
- Public hearing for pool construction at 76 Sorli Way
- Proposed reconfiguration of a soil absorption system with grading
Conservation Commission
The Commission will hold hearings on Notices of Intent regarding residential construction, driveway installations, and tree removals near wetlands. The agenda also includes reviews of the FY24 budget and updates regarding Cranberry Bog management.
- Stabilization of Cranberry Bog Dam #1 at 750 Curve Street
- New single-family home construction at 445 East Riding Drive
- Tree removal application for 81 Russell Street/Garrison Place
- Review of the FY24 budget and Cranberry Bog management reports
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The joint SESC and SEPAC meeting will review the Carlisle Public Schools district profile and the FY24 budget overview. The committee will also discuss focus areas for the 2022-23 school year, teacher certifications, and updates to the Student Support Services website.
- FY24 Budget Overview
- SESC focus areas for 2022-23
- Listing of teacher certifications and trainings
- Student Support Services website updates
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will discuss the potential merger of Town and School facilities management. The committee will also review library roof project bids and RTU installation status. Updates regarding police station ramp installation and fire station sprinkler systems are also on the agenda.
- Merging of Town and School facilities management
- Library roof project bids
- Library RTU installation status
- Police Station ramp installation
- Fire Station trailer sprinkler system
Police Chief Screening Committee
The Police Chief Screening Committee will meet to discuss the committee's charge, roles, and the upcoming search process. The meeting also includes reviewing the search schedule and next steps.
- Committee introductions and roles
- Discussion of committee charge
- Review of police chief search process
- Establishment of search schedule
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board will meet to review and discuss a budget goals and objectives outline presented by the Town Administrator.
- Review of budget goals and objectives outline
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will conduct a review of statutory exemptions and abatements. The meeting also includes document signings and an update on the assistant position hire.
- Review of statutory exemptions and abatements
- Document review and signings
- Status update on assistant position hire
Land Stewardship Committee
The Land Stewardship Committee is reviewing maintenance for Towle Field and the status of a habitat protection proposal for Foss Farm. The meeting also covers property steward assignments and updates on sustainability programs.
- Towle Field mowing and invasive species removal status
- Foss Farm Sandplain/Grassland Habitat protection proposal status
- Environmental Sustainability Committee 'Route to Sustainability' program update
- Cranberry Bog meeting notes review
- Property steward assignments and responsibilities
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will present its recommendations to the Select Board. The meeting includes a review of these recommendations.
- Presentation of Public Safety Facilities Task Force recommendations to the Select Board
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Public Library Trustees will conduct a 2022 performance evaluation for the library director. The meeting also includes discussions regarding pay grades for Library Pages and the 2023 holiday schedule.
- Pay grade for Library Pages
- 2022 performance evaluation for library director
- 2023 Holiday Schedule – Veterans Day
- Policy review: Reconsideration
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The CCACE Advisory Committee reviewed FY23 registration numbers and reported a positive budget balance. Members discussed the expansion of English Language Learner (ELL) classes and the need for future funding after current grants expire. The committee also addressed upcoming parent education programs and the recruitment of new members and a chair.
- Approval of October 25, 2022, meeting minutes
- Report of 170 students registered for Drivers Ed since July 1
- Discussion regarding ELL program funding following the Middlesex Community Savings Bank grant
- Recruitment of new advisory committee members and a future chair
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Board of Directors will vote on the FY22 audit report, annual report, and cumulative surplus. The agenda also includes a first reading of the FY24 transportation budget and a second reading of the Data Security Policy. Additionally, the board will discuss collective bargaining strategy in executive session.
- Approval of FY22 Audit Report
- Approval of FY22 Cumulative Surplus and resolution
- FY24 Transportation Budget presentation (First Reading)
- Data Security Policy (Second Reading)
- Collective bargaining strategy discussion
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several applications regarding property use and construction. This includes a request for a garage variance at 27 Maple Street and the continued operation of an auto body business at 673 Bedford Road.
- Variance and special permit for a garage and addition at 27 Maple Street
- Special permit for continued automotive repair operations at 673 Bedford Road
- Reopening of a public hearing regarding 245 Rockland Road
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding an application by Christopher King. The request includes a variance to build a garage 31 feet from the lot line and a special permit for an addition.
- Variance for garage setback at 27 Maple Street
- Special Permit for building an addition
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Permit application from Red Magnolia Realty Trust. The request is for the continued operation of an automotive repair and auto body business located in the Business District.
- Special Permit for continued automotive repair/auto body business at 673 Bedford Road
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord Carlisle High School Advisory Council will meet to review the School Improvement Plan and address statutory obligations under Chapter 71, Section 59C. The agenda also includes introductions and a period for public comments.
- School Improvement Plan discussion
- Chapter 71, Section 59C statutory obligations
Board of Health
The Board of Health will conduct a public hearing regarding septic system waivers at 114 Rutland Street. The agenda also includes a deed restriction request for 195 Stearns Street and a review of the Ferns Country Store food inspection report.
- Public hearing for septic system waivers at 114 Rutland Street
- Deed restriction request for garbage grinder at 195 Stearns Street
- Review of Ferns Country Store food inspection report and well status
- Report on the November 2021 COVID Booster Clinic
- Discussion of FY24 budget proposal
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will present the FY24 budget and discuss the Castle Playground Project outdoor classroom. Agenda items also include discussions on security cameras, the Superintendent contract, and a warrant article for the Stabilization Fund. The committee will vote on accepting PTO grants and funds from WYBC for 7th grade Challenge Day.
- FY24 Budget Hearing presentation
- Castle Playground Project Update
- Vote to approve acceptance of PTO Grants
- Vote to accept WYBC funds for 7th grade Challenge Day
- Accounts Payable and Payroll warrants
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The CASE Board of Directors Policy Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss policy reviews. The agenda includes discussions regarding both current and new policies, with no formal decisions scheduled.
- Review of current policies (discussion only)
- Review of new policies (discussion only)
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will vote to approve minutes from the October 5, 2022 meeting. The session includes a review of remaining policies regarding community and education agency relations.
- Approval of October 5, 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of community relations policies (K series)
- Review of education agency relations policies (L series)
Recreation Commission
The commission will welcome a new member and review minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates on several town facilities, including Diment Park and the Rory Bentley Fitness Center.
- Welcome Sarah Wengert as a new Commission Member
- Rory Bentley Fitness Center update
- Spalding Field improvements including a lacrosse wall
- Dog Park update
- Banta Davis improvements
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review numerous existing school policies and recently updated MASC policies. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding potential policy topics for curriculum material challenges.
- Review of various school policies including safety, wellness, and student discipline
- Review of updated MASC policies regarding student dress, school choice, and staff hiring
- Discussion of potential policy topic: Curriculum Material Challenge
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee will discuss the CCRSD FY24 Budget and receive a CCHS student update. The Concord School Committee will also discuss the CPS FY24 Budget, CMSBC Update, and the CPS Capital Plan. A vote is scheduled for the CPS Capital Plan.
- Vote on CPS Capital Plan
- Discussion of CCRSD FY24 Budget
- Discussion of CPS FY24 Budget
- CCHS Student Update
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will review a site update and a proposal from Johnson Roberts & Associates. The group is also preparing for a presentation to the Select Board on December 13, 2022.
- Vote to approve minutes
- Site update
- Johnson Roberts & Associates proposal
- Presentation to Select Board on December 13, 2022
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will discuss old business regarding Rocky Point, Benfield, HPP, and CPC. New business items include discussions on funding sources, administrative support, and municipal or other land.
- Rocky Point
- Benfield
- HPP
- CPC
- Funding sources
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review the budget calendar, status, and templates with the Town Administrator. The committee is also scheduled to review the preliminary capital plan and 10-year Plan. Final comments on Forecasting/OPEB policies will be provided.
- Review of budget process and templates with Town Administrator
- Review of preliminary capital plan and 10-year Plan
- Final comments on Forecasting/OPEB policies
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Committee will review minutes from November 21st and 29th. The meeting also includes an update on the Selectboard meeting and a discussion regarding committee priorities for December and January.
- Approval of November 21st and 29th meeting minutes
- Update on Selectboard meeting
- Recruitment of new committee members and helpers
- Discussion on committee priorities and initiatives for December and January
Trails Committee
The committee will review progress on 2022 goals regarding conservation land, infrastructure, and trail maintenance. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes and bills, as well as discussing future activity planning.
- Renegotiation of Trail Agreement with USFWS
- Bench installation at Cranberry Bog and boardwalk repairs
- Review of Woodward Village and Malcolm Outer loop trail activities
- Trekker award presentation for Tim Downing
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
This meeting agenda for the Special Education Subcommittee (SESC) is primarily procedural. It includes the review of past meeting minutes and anticipated discussions regarding topics for the 2022-2023 school year.
- Approval of April 25, 2022 SESC Meeting minutes
- Approval of May 20, 2022 Joint SESC/SEPAC Meeting minutes
- Approval of October 19, 2022 SESC Meeting minutes
- Discussion of topics for the 2022-2023 school year
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will review minutes from previous meetings and a meeting with the Select Board. Discussions include updates on library roof bids and RTU installation, as well as police and fire station facility improvements.
- Library RTU installation and roof project bid status
- Police Station ramp design and installation
- Fire Station trailer sprinkler system and ramp
- Reports from school and town facilities managers
Regional Meetings
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will review the minutes from the October 27, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes monthly reports from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director. Invoices will be available for review before the meeting begins.
- Acceptance of October 27, 2022, minutes
- Administrator’s Report
- Finance Director’s Monthly Report
- Facility Director’s Monthly Report
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The CASE Board of Directors Policy Subcommittee met to discuss existing and new policies. These items were listed for discussion only.
- Review of current policies (discussion only)
- Review of new policies (discussion only)
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The Committee will review minutes from the October 19 meeting and discuss updates on several conservation restrictions. Discussion topics include a monitoring visit recap for CR#59, a draft report for CR#64, and a boundary incursion update for CR#32. The committee will also discuss planning for December inspections.
- CR#59 monitoring visit recap
- CR#64 draft report review
- CR#32 boundary incursion update
- Discussion of December inspections
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force and Select Board are holding a joint meeting. The agenda is limited to a discussion of the Task Force Report.
- Discussion of Task Force Report
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will conduct interviews for the Police Chief search RFP with two firms. The board will also consider ARPA project approval requests regarding senior heating assistance and town hall management. Additionally, the agenda includes committee reports and a discussion on dog nuisance hearings.
- Police Chief search RFP interviews with Public Safety Consultants and BadgeQuest
- ARPA project approval requests for senior heating assistance and town hall reorganization
- Town Governance Task Force report
- Environmental Sustainability Committee report
- Dog Nuisance Hearing discussion
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The committee will provide an update on work completed since its inception in September. The session includes a discussion regarding the ESC work plan and budget.
- Update of ESC work completed since September
- Discussion of ESC work plan and budget
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Committee will meet to approve its work plan and a presentation for the Selectboard. The agenda consists only of these procedural items.
- Approval of the Work Plan
- Approval of the presentation to the Selectboard
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The School Committee Policy Subcommittee is reviewing a large number of existing district policies. The meeting also includes a discussion on curriculum material challenges and a review of recently updated MASC policies.
- Discussion of potential policy topic: Curriculum Material Challenge
- Review of updated MASC policies regarding student dress, school choice, staff hiring, and public gifts
- Review of numerous existing district policies including safety, discipline, and wellness
- Approval of November 15, 2022, meeting minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee will discuss the CPS Capital Plan and capital needs for CCHS buildings and campus. The committee is also scheduled to vote on advertising on the CCHS campus and out-of-state basketball tournament trips.
- Vote on advertising on CCHS Campus
- Vote to approve out-of-state day trips to basketball tournament
- Discussion of CPS Capital Plan
- Discussion of CCHS building and campus capital needs
Council on Aging and Human Services
The meeting consists of routine staff and monthly reports. This includes updates from the Director, Social Worker, and Financials, as well as a Minuteman Senior Services update.
- Director's Report
- Social Worker's Report
- Financial report
- Minuteman Senior Services update
ARPA Committee
The committee will review prior meeting minutes and evaluate new ARPA funding requests. These requests include COA Senior Home Heating Assistance, Town Hall Reconfiguration, and Town Hall Records Management.
- COA Senior Home Heating Assistance
- Town Hall Reconfiguration
- Town Hall Records Management
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The committee will review minutes from the October 17th and November 7th meetings. The agenda includes discussions regarding the committee budget, workplan, and a presentation for the Selectboard. Members will also discuss Route To Sustainability Festival planning and Greenough Barn removal.
- Approval of October 17th and November 7th meeting minutes
- Review of Committee Budget
- Review of slide presentation to Selectboard
- Route To Sustainability Festival planning
- Greenough Barn removal discussion
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The Cranberry Bog Working Group will discuss goals and methods for the bog restoration plan. The meeting also includes updates on pumphouse removal, dam repairs, and water levels.
- Review of Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan goals and methods
- Identification of scope for proposed Mowing NOI
- Updates on pumphouse removal and Dam #1 repair
- Discussion regarding the proposed Friends of Carlisle Cranberry Bog group
- Updates on Phragmites, water levels, and maintenance
Cultural Council
The Carlisle Cultural Council will discuss the MCC annual grant cycle and ARPA grants. The agenda also includes updates on council fundraising and Old Home Day 2023 planning.
- MCC Annual grant cycle
- ARPA Grants Phase 2 and winter round
- Council fundraising
- Old Home Day 2023
- Community Survey
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will discuss the 2023 Plan and assignments. A Select Board report will cover status updates, private hauler strategy, and C&D strategy. The meeting also includes a vote to approve minutes from the November 3, 2022, meeting.
- Vote to approve November 3, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2023 Plan and assignments
- Select Board report on private hauler strategy
- Select Board report on C&D strategy
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Ryan McLane. The proposal includes removing a barn, its foundation, and broken pavement at Off Maple St. This work involves areas within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a pond and Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
- Removal of a barn and associated appurtenances
- Foundation removal to approximately one foot below grade
- Grading, loam, and seeding of disturbed surfaces
- Work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a pond and Bordering Vegetated Wetland
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent. The proposal involves restoring an earthen dam to its original conditions and stabilizing a trail with temporary work within protected wetlands and land under waterbodies.
- Public hearing for dam restoration and trail stabilization at 750 Curve Street
- Proposed work within Bank, Bordering Vegetated Wetland, and Land Under Waterbodies
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding tree removal, driveway paving, and dam stabilization. The meeting also includes discussions on the FY24 budget and conservation land management.
- Notice of Intent for tree removal at 384 River Road
- Notice of Intent to stabilize a dam at 750 Curve Street
- Request to amend construction plans at 42 Bingham Road
- Notice of Intent for driveway and culvert work off South Street
- Review of the Stillmeadow South Restoration Plan
Youth Commission
The Youth Commission will accept nominations and conduct a roll call vote for new board members. The meeting includes recognizing outgoing member Kathy MacDonald for her service. The commission will also discuss updates and set a future meeting schedule.
- Vote on new Youth Commission members
- Recognition of outgoing member Kathy MacDonald
- Setting the meeting schedule
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The CASE Board of Directors Policy Subcommittee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss policy matters. The agenda includes reviews of both current and new policies for discussion only.
- Review of current policies (discussion only)
- Review of new policies (discussion only)
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Trustees will discuss the proposed FY24 budget request and review the 2023 holiday closing schedule. The meeting also includes a Director's report and a tax update.
- Proposed FY24 budget request discussion
- 2023 holiday closings schedule
- MLTA annual meeting recap
- Tax update
Historical Commission
The Carlisle Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding several Certificates of Appropriateness. Proposals include installing telecom antennas at 27 School Street and creating an outdoor classroom at 83 School Street.
- Telecom antenna installation at 27 School Street
- Outdoor classroom and accessibility ramp at 83 School Street
- Sign installation at 42 Lowell Street
- Chimney repairs and storm door installation at 5 Lowell Street
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding four applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Proposals include installing telecom equipment at 27 School Street and an outdoor classroom at 83 School Street. Other items involve a sign at Center Park and chimney repairs at 5 Lowell Street.
- Telecom equipment installation at 27 School Street
- Outdoor classroom features at 83 School Street
- Sign installation at 42 Lowell Street
- Chimney repairs and storm door installation at 5 Lowell Street, Unit A
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two special permit applications. These include a request for the continued operation of a dog kennel and a proposal to enclose an existing landing on a non-conforming lot.
- Special Permit application for a dog kennel at 134 Ember Lane
- Special Permit application to enclose a landing at 245 Rockland Road
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review the FY24 budget preparation and receive an update on the COVID booster clinic. The agenda also includes status reports for Benfield Farms and ongoing septic installations. A request to withdraw a public hearing for 201 Log Hill Road is listed.
- Request to withdraw public hearing for 201 Log Hill Road
- COVID Booster Clinic update
- FY24 Budget Preparation
- Benfield Farms status report
- Septic installations in progress
Regional Meetings
The North Central Climate Change Coalition will discuss recent climate forums and legislative bills. The meeting also includes planning for MOU delivery and completion.
- Discussion of Oct 19th MASS Citizens’ Climate Forum at Fitchburg State
- Climate Legislative Bills Discussion
- MOU Delivery and Completion Planning
- Review of September 21, 2022 minutes
Select Board
The board will review proposals and select a firm for the police chief search. The meeting includes discussions on the Fire Department's FY23 goals and budget. Other items include a tax classification hearing and emergency management planning.
- Police Chief Search firm proposals and selection
- Fire Department FY23 goals and budget discussion
- Tax Classification Hearing
- Municipal Facilities Committee charter review and budget
- Appointment of Sarah Wengert to RecCom
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee will review management updates for Towle Field and habitat protection proposals for Foss Farm. Members will also discuss assignments and duties for individual property stewards.
- Mower selection for Towle Field
- Invasive species removal proposal update for Towle Field
- Habitat protection proposal update for Foss Farm
- Proposal for individual property steward assignments and maintenance duties
- Upgrades to conservation signs and kiosks
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The School Committee Policy Subcommittee will review numerous current district policies and recently updated MASC policies. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a potential policy topic on curriculum material challenges.
- Discussion of potential policy topic: Curriculum Material Challenge
- Review of updated MASC policies including student dress and school choice
- Review of current district policies such as safety, ethics, and wellness
- Approval of October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force is meeting to provide updates and hold discussions regarding the police station. The agenda also includes a potential discussion on dispatch regionalization if time permits.
- Vote to approve minutes
- Discussion about Police Station
- Discussion about dispatch regionalization
Town Clerk
The Town Clerk will count ballots returned on Election Day and those postmarked by November 8 but received by 5:00 pm on November 12, 2022. This process begins at 5:00 pm at Carlisle Town Hall. The counting is open for public observation.
- Counting of ballots received on November 8, 2022
- Counting of postmarked ballots received by 5:00 pm on November 12, 2022
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee is meeting to review remaining policies regarding community relations and education agency relations. The agenda includes discussions on topics such as parent rights, public gifts, and relations with local authorities. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the October 5, 2022, meeting.
- Vote to approve October 5, 2022, meeting minutes
- Review of School/Community and School/Parent Relations Goals
- Review of policies regarding public gifts and playground equipment
- Review of relations with police and planning authorities
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will review bid documents for a library roof project and an RTU installation report. Discussions include ramp designs for the police station and fire station trailer. The meeting also includes a review of the revised MFC charter draft.
- Library roof project bid documents
- Police station ramp design and installation
- Fire station trailer sprinkler system and ramp
- Review of revised MFC charter draft
- Approval of July and October 2022 meeting minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The School Advisory Council will meet via Zoom to discuss several school-related topics. Anticipated discussion items include a review of the SIP and an update on the Panorama Parent Survey.
- Approval of June and October meeting minutes
- SIP Review
- Panorama Parent Survey Update
- Elementary Health Classes Update
- Elementary Monthly book club (Windows and Mirrors)
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle School Committee will discuss the FY24 budget presentation, capital requests, and the Castle Playground Project update. The committee is scheduled to vote on field trips for band, choir, and eighth-grade students. Additionally, members will consider a motion regarding the Superintendent's salary increase.
- Vote on Superintendent Salary Increase
- Approval of Band/Choir trip to New York (April 13-15, 2023)
- Approval of Grade 8 trip to Washington DC (June 7-9, 2023)
- Castle Playground Project Update
- FY24 Budget Presentation and Capital Requests discussion
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee will hold a budget workshop and discuss advertising on the CCHS campus. The meeting includes votes to approve school policies and to surplus vehicles.
- Vote to approve School Committee Policies
- Vote to surplus vehicles
- First discussion regarding advertising on the CCHS campus
- Second reading of various school policies including non-discrimination and student discipline
ARPA Committee
The ARPA Committee will review and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The committee is also scheduled to review new ARPA requests, including a COA means-tested senior tax exemption program.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- COA Means-Tested Senior Tax Exemption Program request
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review minutes from the September 28, 2022, meeting. The board also plans to discuss assistant assessor hiring and compensation, and prepare for a Select Board meeting regarding tax rate certification.
- Approval of September 28, 2022, minutes
- Discussion of assistant assessor hiring process and compensation
- Review of presentation points for Select Board tax rate certification meeting
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Committee will review its workplan and timeline. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the committee budget and liaisons to other committees. Additionally, members will discuss the Route To Sustainability Festival for Earth Day.
- Review of minutes
- Workplan and timeline discussion
- Committee budget review
- Discussion of committee liaisons
- Route To Sustainability Festival planning
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The subcommittee will discuss the goals and methods of the Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan. Members will also receive updates on pumphouse removal, dam repairs, and water levels. The agenda includes discussion regarding a proposed mowing Notice of Intent (NOI) and the potential formation of a 'Friends of Carlisle Cranberry Bog' group.
- Review of Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan goals and methods
- Update on pumphouse removal
- Update on Cranberry Bog Dam #1 repair
- Discussion of proposed Mowing NOI scope
- Proposed formation of Friends of Carlisle Cranberry Bog group
Trails Committee
The Trails Committee is reviewing ongoing conservation land activities and maintenance needs for bridges and boardwalks. The meeting also includes the approval of hardware bills for Cross St bridges and recognition of Trekker service award recipients.
- Approval of hardware bills for Cross St bridges
- Review of 2022 conservation land goals, including Woodward Village trails and Malcolm Outer loop wet areas
- Discussion of boardwalk repairs and duckboard installation
- Recognition of Trekker service award recipients
- Review of the Tree/Boardwalk/Mowing Report Log
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will review feedback from the recent 'Launch' and discuss follow-up actions. Members will also plan upcoming activities, organization, and a publicity schedule for the next year. The meeting includes an update from the Select Board.
- Approval of October 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of 'Launch' feedback and follow-up actions
- Planning for next year's activities and organization
- Select Board update
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord Carlisle High School Advisory Council will meet to address statutory obligations under Chapter 71, Section 59C and discuss the School Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes introductions and a period for public comments.
- Review of Chapter 71, Section 59C statutory obligations
- Discussion of the School Improvement Plan
- Public comments
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force is meeting to discuss the fire station. The agenda also includes a vote to approve minutes and opportunities for public comment.
- Vote to approve minutes
- Discussion about fire station
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review several development proposals affecting wetland resource areas, including new residential construction at 212 Acton Street. The agenda also includes requests to amend existing orders of conditions and updates on conservation land management. Additionally, the meeting covers enforcement regarding unpermitted tree removal.
- Notice of Intent discussion for a new single-family home at 212 Acton Street
- Notice of Intent for a detached garage and driveway paving at 44 Bedford Road
- Request to amend the Order of Conditions for a home footprint change at 42 Bingham Road
- Enforcement update regarding unpermitted tree removal at 271 Russell Street
- Discussion of invasive plant removal and fencing plans for conservation lands
Land Stewardship Committee
The Land Stewardship Committee and Conservation Commission will discuss two proposals. These include removing invasive woody plants from Towle Field and installing roadside barriers at Foss Farm gardens. Both proposals require funding.
- Hand removal of three species of invasive woody plants at Towle Field
- Installation of roadside barriers at the Foss Farm gardens entrance
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Board of Directors Negotiation Subcommittee will hold an executive session to conduct collective bargaining sessions. These sessions involve the teachers' union and the support personnel union.
- Collective bargaining with teachers' union
- Collective bargaining with support personnel union
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Board of Directors Negotiation Subcommittee will hold an executive session to conduct collective bargaining sessions with the teachers' union and the support personnel union.
- Collective bargaining sessions with the teachers' union
- Collective bargaining sessions with the support personnel union
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review a draft of its charter and a draft resolution regarding funding for regular maintenance. The committee will also receive reports from school and town facilities managers.
- Approval of minutes from 7/14/22, 7/28/22, and 10/20/22
- Review of draft MFC charter
- Review of draft resolution regarding funding for 'regular' maintenance
- Reports from school and town facilities managers
Regional Meetings
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on October 27, 2022. The board will review monthly reports from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Transit Asset Management Plan.
- Acceptance of September 22, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion of the Transit Asset Management Plan
- Monthly reports from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review septic system waiver requests for 201 Log Hill Road. The agenda also includes updates on well repairs at Ferns Country Store and discussions regarding COVID booster clinics and ARPA funding.
- Septic system waiver request for 201 Log Hill Road
- Well repair update for Ferns Country Store
- Discussion of COVID booster clinics
- Woodward Village septic installation update
- ARPA funding request discussion
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board will hold a joint session to discuss the fiscal year 2024 budget. The meeting focuses on establishing budget goals and reviewing the budget process.
- FY24 Budget Goals
- FY24 Budget Process
Select Board
The Select Board will discuss the police chief transition, including an interim candidate and committee structure. A joint session with the Finance Committee is scheduled to address FY24 budget goals and processes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Greenough Barn and a shared services study.
- Police Chief transition discussion involving interim candidate Ken Fong
- Execution of November 8th Election Warrant
- FY24 Budget Goals and Process joint session with Finance Committee
- Public Safety Facility Task Force update regarding Tom Bilotta
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The CCACE Advisory Committee will discuss meeting schedules and approve minutes from May and September 2022. The committee will also review FY23 registration and budget numbers and plan for winter programs.
- Approval of May 2022 and September 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of FY23 registration and budget numbers
- Program updates for Adult Ed, Drivers Ed, and IMSCC
- Discussion of committee members and terms
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review several existing district policies, including those related to safety, ethics, and student welfare. The meeting also includes a review of recently updated MASC policies regarding student dress, school choice, and staff hiring.
- Review of current policies on safety, ethics, and student welfare
- Review of updated MASC policies for student dress and school choice
- Review of updated MASC policies for staff hiring and public gifts
- Approval of April 28, 2022, meeting minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord School Committee and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committee will meet to conduct a second reading of several school policies. The committees are also scheduled to vote on committee goals, vehicle surplus, and various donations.
- Second reading of non-discrimination and harassment policies
- Vote to approve School Committee Goals
- Vote to surplus vehicles
- Vote to accept donations from CC at Play, Inc. and for the Sharon Young Scholarship Fund
- Discussion regarding advertising on CCHS Campus
Council on Aging and Human Services
The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services met on October 25, 2022. The agenda includes staff reports from the Director, Social Worker, and Financial officer. Members will also explore changing the meeting time from 10:30 am to 11:00 am.
- Proposal to change meeting time from 10:30 am to 11:00 am
- Director's Report
- Social Worker's Report
- Financial report
- Minuteman Senior Services update
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing SharePoint document files and receiving general feedback from residents and officials.
- Drafting of final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Vote on final report form, if appropriate
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards/committees
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will discuss its role with new Town Manager Ryan McLean and review the MFC charter. The agenda also includes status updates on library, DPW, and police station facility projects.
- Discussion with new Town Manager Ryan McLean regarding committee roles
- Review of the MFC charter following a meeting with the Select Board
- Library updates including RTU installation and roof project status
- Status of the police station ramp to replace a failed elevator
- DPW reports on a trailer ramp and sprinkler system
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will meet remotely via Zoom on October 20, 2022. The agenda includes discussions regarding Rocky Point, Benfield, HPP, and CPC. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes.
- Rocky Point
- Benfield
- HPP
- CPC
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The committee will review and approve outstanding minutes. The meeting also includes a discussion of budget goals and objectives with the Town Administrator and a review of a liaison update.
- Approval of outstanding minutes
- Discussion of budget goals and objectives with Town Administrator
- Review of liaison update
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will review a request for a Certificate of Non-Applicability regarding new roof shingles at 28 Concord Street. The meeting includes project updates for 9-11 Lowell Street and the police station ramp. Members will also discuss crosswalk signage and potential updates to Rules and Regulations.
- Roof shingle application for 28 Concord Street
- Project update for 9-11 Lowell Street paint color check
- Police Station ramp project update
- Discussion of crosswalk signage
- Discussion regarding Rules and Regulations updates
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Special Education Subcommittee will review minutes from a July 27, 2022 meeting. The committee also plans to establish the meeting schedule and set goals for the 2022-2023 school year.
- Approval of July 27, 2022 minutes
- Establishment of 2022-2023 meeting schedule
- Goal setting for 2022-2023 school year
Regional Meetings
The MASS Citizens’ Climate Forum will host a public discussion on the implementation of recent climate-related laws. The event focuses on how these policies affect communities, organizations, and people in the region.
- Discussion of the Inflation Reduction Act
- Discussion of the Build Back Better Act
- Discussion of the Act Driving Clean Energy and Offshore Wind
- Panel featuring Rep. Lori Trahan, Jen Benson, and Judy Chang
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The Committee will review minutes from the September 14, 2022 meeting and receive updates on various conservation restrictions, including CR#64, CR#70, CR#32, and the Woodward Property. The committee will also discuss potential inspections for November.
- CR#64 monitoring visit recap
- CR#70 update
- CR#32 boundary incursion update
- Woodward Property CR update
- Discussion of November inspections
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force met via Zoom for a procedural meeting. The agenda included approving minutes and developing recommendations for the Select Board.
- Vote to approve minutes
- Development of recommendations to the Select Board
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will meet to vote on approving minutes and work on developing recommendations for the Select Board. The meeting also includes scheduled time for public comments.
- Vote to approve minutes
- Develop recommendations to Select Board
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force is meeting to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The agenda also includes reviewing SharePoint files and receiving feedback from residents and officials.
- Drafting of the final report, recommendations, and warrant articles
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Collection of general feedback from residents and officials
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two new business applications. These include a request for a dog kennel permit at 134 Ember Lane and a request to enclose an existing landing at 245 Rockland Road.
- Special Permit for dog kennel operation at 134 Ember Lane
- Special Permit to enclose an existing landing at 245 Rockland Road
ARPA Committee
The committee will review a request from the Board of Health for an ARPA fund reallocation. The meeting also includes updates on current ARPA projects and the approval of prior minutes.
- Board of Health ARPA Reallocation Request
- ARPA Project Updates
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Committee is meeting to address administrative logistics and SharePoint. The agenda includes reviewing webpage design, the committee workplan, and the budget. Members will also discuss the Route To Sustainability Festival for Earth Day.
- Webpage design and content
- Committee workplan and timeline
- Committee budget
- Route To Sustainability Festival (Earth Day)
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The subcommittee will discuss the Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan, including goals and methods proposed by consultant MaryAnn Dipinto. The group will also review a proposal to convert the pumphouse into a kayak facility and identify the scope for a proposed mowing NOI.
- Proposal to convert pumphouse to kayak facility
- Review of Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan
- Scope identification for proposed Mowing NOI
- Update on Cranberry Bog Dam #1 and beaver lodge
- Discussion regarding a proposed Friends of Carlisle Cranberry Bog group
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes updates on interactions with other boards and a review of action items for members.
- Drafting of final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Review of action items for members
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will vote to approve minutes from the September 29, 2022 meeting. Members will discuss updates regarding transfer station changes and preparations for an October 22 launch. The agenda also includes a discussion on sales of compost bins.
- Approval of September 29, 2022 minutes
- Updates on transfer station changes
- October 22 launch preparation and review
- Sales of compost bins
Conservation Commission
The meeting includes continued hearings for proposed work within wetland buffer zones at 384 River Road and 44 Bedford Road. The Commission will also address an enforcement order regarding unpermitted tree removal at 271 Russell Street. Additionally, members will review mowing bids for Towle Conservation Land.
- Notice of Intent: Tree removal at 384 River Road
- Notice of Intent: Garage construction at 44 Bedford Road
- Enforcement Order: Unpermitted tree removal at 271 Russell Street
- Selection of mower for Towle Conservation Land
- Request to amend Order of Conditions for 42 Bingham Road
Board of Health
The Board of Health will hold a public hearing regarding septic system waivers for 201 Log Hill Road. Discussion items include an ARPA funding reallocation request and a status report for Benfield Farms. The board will also review Woodward Village installation procedures and a senior flu clinic report.
- Public hearing for septic system waivers at 201 Log Hill Road
- ARPA funding reallocation request
- Benfield Farms status report
- Woodward Village FAST and Perc-Rite installation procedures
- Senior Flu Clinic Report
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee will review ongoing projects and welcome new members. The meeting includes presentations from the Carlisle Housing Trust and the Carlisle Playground Committee.
- Vote to accept Carlisle Housing Trust project budget
- Presentation by Carlisle Playground Committee
- Status review of Dog Park and Cranberry Bog Dam projects
- Discussion of Master Plan recommendations
- Updates on the Community Preservation Plan
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will vote on a $500 increase to the FY24 kindergarten fee. Discussion items include updates on the Castle Playground Project, security cameras, and upcoming student field trips. The agenda also includes reviewing recent meeting minutes and financial warrants.
- Vote to increase FY24 Kindergarten Fee by $500 to $2,450
- Review of Accounts Payable Warrants 23SE06 ($163,071.84) and 23SE07 ($142,607.24)
- Review of Payroll Warrants 23PR06 ($408,612.06) and 23PR07 ($416,762.27)
- Update on the Castle Playground Project
- Discussion regarding security cameras and technology discard list
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee is meeting to discuss the DEIB Strategic Plan via its Steering Committee. The agenda also includes updates on professional development, training, DEIB leads, and hiring.
- DEIB Strategic Plan Steering Committee discussion
- Updates on professional development and training
- Updates regarding DEIB leads and hiring
Recreation Commission
The Recreation Commission will approve the minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting and conduct an annual site review of Banta Davis.
- Approval of September 12, 2022 meeting minutes
- Annual Site Review of Banta Davis
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will discuss the structure and focus of the Information Technology Committee. The meeting also includes an update on the Police Chief search and transition.
- Appointment of Assistant Town Administrator
- Information Technology Committee discussion regarding structure and charge
- Police Chief search and transition update
- Municipal Facilities Committee (MFC) update
- Proclamations for Carlisle Mosquito (50 Years) and Castle Playground Committee
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee will review updates regarding Towle Field and Foss Farm habitat protection. Discussions include maintenance for Russell Conservation Land and future meetings for Benfield. The group will also address the status of conservation sign installation.
- Towle Field treatment and invasive removal updates
- Foss Farm habitat protection and signage
- Cranberry Bog meeting notes
- Benfield Baseline Assessment discussion
- Conservation sign installation and maintenance status
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The joint committee will review the 2022-2023 School Committee Goals and discuss October 1 enrollment numbers. Members will also hear financial updates for both districts and conduct first readings of several school policies regarding harassment and discipline.
- Vote to approve 2022-2023 School Committee Goals
- First reading of various school policies, including non-discrimination and student discipline
- Vote to approve CMS Grade 8 trips to DC and NYC
- Vote to accept a donation from Friends of Football
- Financial updates for FY22 end of year and FY23 status
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board. The discussion will focus on the relevance of the MFC charter, FY23 goals, and how those goals relate to the Master Plan.
- Review of MFC charter relevance and clarity
- Discussion of FY23 goals
- Relationship between committee goals and the Master Plan
- Identification of needed support for the MFC
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Public Library Trustees will review librarian vacation and Internet Use policies. The meeting also includes updates on taxes, the Historical Society, and fundraisers. Additionally, the board will conduct advance planning for a CPA application and mini-golf.
- Review of Librarian vacation policy
- Review of Internet Use policy
- Planning for CPA application and mini-golf
Trails Committee
The Carlisle Trails Committee is reviewing progress on 2022 goals for conservation land and trail infrastructure. The agenda includes discussions regarding trail relocations and upcoming maintenance projects. A $1,022 donation from a mountain bike group was also noted.
- $1,022 donation from a mountain bike group
- Fiske Street Kayak Trail proposal
- Spalding bridge repair
- Non-slip staircase at Russell St conservation land
- Renegotiation of Trail Agreement with USFWS
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes updates on interactions with other boards and a review of action items for members.
- Drafting final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Review of member action items
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will receive reports from school and town facilities managers. The meeting includes status updates on library utility projects, DPW equipment, and a replacement ramp for the police station elevator.
- Library RTU installation status
- Library utility room expansion and window fan coil unit replacement
- Library roof project status
- DPW trailer ramp and sprinkler system status
- Police station ramp to replace failed elevator
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord-Carlisle Regional School District will review several updates to the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) policies. These reviews cover topics such as non-discrimination, student discipline, and school choice. The committee will also discuss prioritizing future policy work for the 2022-23 school year.
- Vote to approve May 5, 2022 minutes
- Review of February 2022 MASC policy updates regarding non-discrimination and harassment
- Review of August 2022 MASC policy updates including student discipline and dress
- Discussion on prioritizing future policies for the 2022-23 school year
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
This meeting consists of procedural items and a scheduled committee training session. The agenda includes a session titled Building a Culture of Equity.
- Committee Training - Building a Culture of Equity
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will receive a presentation on the Police Station Program Study from Johnson Roberts Associates. The meeting also includes an update on the engineering study and a review of executive session minutes.
- Police Station Program Study presentation by Stew Roberts (Johnson Roberts Associates)
- Engineering study update
- Review of April 11, 2022 and September 7, 2022 executive session minutes
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The committee will review the “Pathway to Net Zero” findings and provide feedback on its mission statement, goals, and timeline. The agenda also includes discussions regarding committee logistics, budget, and community outreach.
- Summary of “Pathway to Net Zero” findings
- Feedback on Mission Statement and Goals priorities
- Discussion of Masterplan Short Term Goal
- Review of grants, laws, and state code changes
- Committee Budget discussion
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Board of Directors meeting includes a vote on the Driver Hiring and Retention Plan. No other specific business items are listed on this agenda.
- Vote on Driver Hiring and Retention Plan
Cultural Council
The Carlisle Cultural Council will discuss updates regarding ARPA Grant Phase 2 and the winter grant round. The meeting also covers the MCC Annual grant cycle and planning for Old Home Day 2023. Additionally, the council will welcome new member Ann Quenin.
- Welcoming new member Ann Quenin
- ARPA Grant Phase 2 and winter round updates
- MCC Annual grant cycle discussion
- Old Home Day 2023 planning
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing updates from interactions with other boards and collecting general feedback.
- Drafting of the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Vote on the final form of the report, if appropriate
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Review of action items for members
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will discuss updates regarding the Transfer Station, including swap shop details, signage, and website status. Members will also vote to approve minutes from the September 15, 2022 meeting.
- Vote to approve September 15, 2022 meeting minutes
- Transfer Station changes including Swap Shop, painting, and signage
- Website status and staff ID method updates
- Launch events and publicity schedule planning
Regional Meetings
The Massachusetts Statewide Local Working Group is meeting via Zoom to gather input on natural resource priorities for the NRCS and state conservationist. The group is also collecting responses to an NRCS survey to guide future work.
- Input session regarding natural resource priorities
- NRCS survey for public feedback
ARPA Committee
The committee will review a CPS request regarding an HVAC engineering study, bid documentation, and project oversight for Wilkins. The agenda also includes approving prior meeting minutes and receiving status updates on approved ARPA projects.
- Review of CPS request for Wilkins HVAC Engineering Study, Bid Documentation and Project Oversight
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Status update on approved ARPA projects
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will discuss the hiring process for an assistant assessor and review interim adjustment recommendations from Principal Brian Macdonald. The board will also discuss a proposal for a senior tax credit submitted by COA Director Joan Ingersoll.
- Hiring process for assistant assessor
- Interim adjustment analysis and recommendations from Principal Brian Macdonald
- Proposal for a senior tax credit by COA Director Joan Ingersoll
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review minutes and discuss SharePoint document files. The group also plans to draft its final report, which may include recommendations and warrant articles.
- Drafting of the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
- Review of action items for members
- Receipt of general feedback from residents and officials
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will meet to vote on approving early voting and discuss Master Plan implementation. The agenda also includes a joint meeting with the Historical Commission regarding current projects and a discussion of a regionalization study.
- Vote to approve early voting
- Joint meeting with the Historical Commission
- Assistant Town Administrator appointment
- Regionalization Study Discussion (MAPC)
- Cemetery Deed Transfers
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss a septic system upgrade at 27 Old East Street and the water supply status for Fern’s Country Store. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Public Health Nurse position and an ARPA funding reallocation request.
- Septic system upgrade at 27 Old East Street
- Food Establishment Permit Modification for Fern’s Country Store
- Public Water Supply status for Fern’s Country Store
- ARPA Funding Reallocation Request
- Public Health Nurse Position discussion
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The joint committee will meet with the Concord Select Board to review capital plans. The agenda includes updates on electric bus grants, strategic planning, and the FY24 budget timeline. Members will also vote on school committee protocols and a student enrollment request.
- Review of Capital Plans with Concord Select Board
- Electric Bus Presentation and Grant Update
- Strategic Planning 2023-2028
- FY24 Budget Timeline and 5 Year Projections
- Vote to approve School Committee Protocols and Practices
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting will review an engineering study update and a police station program study presentation. The meeting also includes the review of executive session minutes from April and September 2022.
- Police Station Program Study presentation by Stew Roberts (Johnson Roberts Associates)
- Engineering study update
- Review of Executive Session minutes from April 11, 2022, and September 7, 2022
Council on Aging and Human Services
The meeting consists of routine staff and monthly reports. These include updates from the Director, Social Worker, and Minuteman Senior Services.
- Staff reports including Director, Social Worker, and financial updates
- Minuteman Senior Services update
- Friends' report
ARPA Committee
The committee will review a CPS request regarding the Wilkins HVAC Engineering Study, bid documentation, and project oversight. Members will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive status updates on approved ARPA projects.
- Review of CPS request for Wilkins HVAC Engineering Study, Bid Documentation and Project Oversight
- Status update on approved ARPA projects
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The CCACE Advisory Committee is meeting to review final FY21 budget figures and discuss registration and budget numbers for FY23. The committee will also receive updates on various adult education, Drivers Ed, and IMSCC programs.
- Final FY21 budget numbers
- FY23 registration and budget numbers
- Adult Education program updates
- Drivers Ed updates
- IMSCC updates
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Board of Directors will consider amending FY23 summer program tuition rates and approving warrants for the Concord Superintendent. The meeting includes a personnel report and the recognition of the Massachusetts Teachers Association as a bargaining representative. An executive session is also scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy.
- Amending FY23 Summer Program Tuition Rates
- Recognition of Massachusetts Teachers Association as bargaining representative
- Approval of FY23 warrants for the Concord Superintendent
- Discussion of Executive Director’s FY22 evaluation
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to discuss drafting a final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing SharePoint files and receiving feedback from residents and officials.
- Drafting the final report and voting on its form
- Reviewing SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Collecting general feedback from residents, officials, and employees
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Patricia Tambone. The proposal involves demolishing an existing covered sun porch and constructing a new sunroom with helical screw supports. This work is located within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
- Public hearing for sunroom construction at 442 Concord St
- Demolition of an existing covered sun porch
- Construction of a new sunroom with helical screw supports
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding residential construction and land use near wetlands. Agenda items also include updates on the Greenough and Cranberry Bog dams and 2022-2023 budget guidelines.
- Notices of Intent for residential construction, driveways, and tree removal at various locations
- Engineering services amendment for Greenough Dam
- Request to use $1,000 from Foss Farm funds for poison ivy control
- Review of 2022-2023 budget guidelines
- Mowing agreement for Towle Field
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review reports from school and town facilities managers. The committee is also discussing library maintenance projects and infrastructure needs for the DPW and Police Station.
- Library RTU installation status
- Library utility room expansion and fan coil replacement
- Library roof project status
- DPW trailer sprinkler system and ramp status
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
Regional Meetings
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will review monthly reports from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting and vote on Title VI Certification.
- Title VI Certification vote
- Approval of June 23, 2022, meeting minutes
- Review of warrants and invoices
- Administrator's monthly report
- Finance Director's monthly report
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold public hearings for several property applications. These include window replacements on Concord Street and an ADA ramp for the Police Station. The commission will also review proposed telecom equipment at 27 School Street.
- Window and patio door replacements at 46 Concord Street
- ADA-compliant ramp installation at 41 Lowell Street Police Station
- Telecom antenna installation at 27 School Street
- Carlisle Public School outdoor classroom project update
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application for 27 School Street. The proposal involves installing a new antenna in the steeple and building an exterior enclosed structure on the north side of the property. This hearing is to seek comments regarding potential effects on historic properties.
- Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness No. 2022-08
- Proposed antenna and equipment installation in the steeple at 27 School Street
- Construction of a new exterior enclosed structure on the north side of the building
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for 41 Lowell Street. The proposed project involves removing an existing lift and installing an ADA-compliant ramp.
- Certificate of Appropriateness No. 2022-04 for 41 Lowell Street
- Removal of existing lift and installation of an ADA-compliant ramp
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The proposed project involves replacing two double hung windows and a French door at 46 Concord Street.
- Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness No. 2022-07
- Proposed replacement of two double hung windows and a French door at 46 Concord Street
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The board will also enter an executive session to conduct interviews for the assistant assessor position.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Interviews for assistant assessor position
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will meet in executive session. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel.
- Strategy session regarding negotiations with non-union personnel
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Carlisle Historic Commission and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding a joint meeting. The purpose is to review and discuss proposed ADA accessible ramp construction at the Carlisle Police Station.
- Proposed ADA accessible ramp construction at the Carlisle Police Station
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees are scheduled to meet via Zoom. The agenda lists only a call to order and an executive session regarding litigation strategy and negotiations with the superintendent of schools.
- Executive session regarding litigation strategy
- Executive session regarding negotiations with the superintendent of schools
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will welcome new members and organize its officers, including the Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer. The meeting includes an HPP update regarding Rocky Point, Benfield Habitat, and CPC. Members will also discuss town-owned properties.
- Organization of officers (Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer)
- HPP Update (Rocky Point, Benfield Habitat, and CPC)
- Discussion on Town Owned Properties
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The committee will review a preliminary FY23 Police Department budget update and a Reserve Fund Transfer request from the Finance Director. The agenda also includes reviewing liaison assignments for FY23/FY24 and upcoming budget presentation dates.
- Preliminary FY23 Police Department budget update review
- Reserve Fund Transfer request review
- Review of FY23/FY24 liaison assignments
- Approval of July 13 and August 15, 2022, meeting minutes
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two special permit applications for residential additions. This includes reopening a public hearing for 566 Acton Street and reviewing a new request for 195 Stearns Street.
- Reopening public hearing for application 2210 at 566 Acton Street
- Special permit request for addition and deck at 195 Stearns Street
- Review of lot frontage requirements for 195 Stearns Street
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The committee will conduct elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Minute Taker. Members will also review expectations, discuss the Master Plan, and develop a workplan and meeting schedule.
- Elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Minute Taker
- Review of Committee Member Expectations
- Master Plan discussion
- Workplan development and timeline
- Meeting schedule setting
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes updates on interactions with other boards and committees.
- Drafting of the final report, recommendations, and warrant articles
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards/committees
- Review of action items for members
Transfer Station Action Committee
The Transfer Station Action Committee will discuss updates regarding transfer station changes, signage, and the website. The committee will also address an anonymous donation, launch events, and publicity.
- Approval of September 1, 2022 meeting minutes
- Updates on transfer station changes, signage, and website
- Discussion regarding an anonymous donation
- Planning for launch events and publicity
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Public Library Trustees will meet to discuss library renovation topics and fundraising updates. The agenda also includes reports on taxes, donor management systems, and historical society concerns.
- Library renovation topics
- Fundraising updates including Cummings Foundation and Webster grant
- Historical Society concerns and virtual tour update
- Planning for CPA application and mini-golf
Board of Health
The Board will consider a local waiver request regarding the distance between a leach field and wetlands at 125 Craigie Circle. A DEP presentation on PFAS in drinking water is also scheduled. An item regarding Fern’s Country Store's public water supply status has been rescheduled.
- Septic system waiver request for 125 Craigie Circle
- DEP presentation on PFAS in drinking water
- Hazardous Waste Collection on September 17, 2022
- Senior Flu Clinic on October 7, 2022
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will review staffing updates, the Castle Playground Project, and internal security cameras with Chief Fisher. Members are also scheduled to vote on an overnight field trip for sixth-grade students.
- Vote to approve Grade 6 Nature's Classroom Trip (Sept 27-30)
- Discussion regarding internal security cameras with Chief Fisher
- Castle Playground Project update
- Accounts payable warrant 23SE04 for $157,452.94
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The committee will review minutes from the August 2, 2022 meeting and discuss updates on several conservation restrictions. The agenda includes reports on CR#15, CR#17, CR#70, and a boundary incursion for CR#32. Members will also discuss potential collaboration with CCF regarding the Woodward Property CR.
- Draft inspection report for CR#15 and CR#17
- Update on CR#70
- Update on CR#32 boundary incursion
- Discussion of Woodward Property CR collaboration with CCF
- Planning for September/October inspections
Select Board
The Select Board will review action steps for its FY23 goals and discuss the Public Safety Facility Task Force. The agenda also includes committee appointments, resignations, and cemetery deed reviews.
- Review of FY23 goals and action steps
- Public Safety Facility Task Force discussion
- Committee appointments and resignations
- Review of cemetery deeds
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee will review August 9 minutes and discuss maintenance plans for several sites. Topics include invasive species removal at Towle Field and habitat protection at Foss Farm. The meeting also covers field maintenance at Russell Conservation Land and the installation of conservation signs.
- Proposal for invasive species removal at Towle Field
- Protection of Sandplain/Grassland Habitat at Foss Farm
- Discussion regarding stream gage relocation at Cranberry Bog
- Maintenance of fields at Russell Conservation Land
- Assembly and installation of conservation signs
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committee will discuss educational plans, committee goals, and strategic planning. Scheduled votes include the CMS Educational Plan, CCHS travel, and an increase to daily substitute pay.
- Vote on CMS Educational Plan
- Vote to approve CCHS Travel 2022-2023
- Vote to approve increase to daily substitute pay
- Vote to approve CCHS Access Road Borrowing
- Vote to approve CCHS Handbook
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will meet with Stew Roberts and Jeff Davis from Johnson Roberts Associates. The meeting includes a tour of the facility as part of their program study.
- Tour of the public safety facility program study by Johnson Roberts Associates
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss drafting their final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes updates on interactions with other boards and committees.
- Drafting of final report (recommendations, warrant articles, format, sections)
- Vote on the final form of the report, if appropriate
- Review of action items for members
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will review and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The committee will also discuss status updates regarding previously approved ARPA projects.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Status update on approved ARPA projects
Recreation Commission
The Carlisle Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding Diment Park, the dog park, and playground facilities. The meeting also includes reviews of Eagle Scout projects and a field maintenance contract.
- Eagle Scout projects for Rory Park and Diment Park gazebo
- Dog Park update
- Field Maintenance Contract
- Playground update
- Correspondence regarding dog concern at Banta Davis
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The Cranberry Bog Working Group will discuss the bog restoration and management plan, including proposed goals and methods. The group will also meet with representatives from the Chelermford Conservation Commission regarding water levels at Hart Pond. Other topics include maintenance agreements and irrigation systems.
- Review of Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan goals and methods
- Meeting with Chelmsford Conservation Commission regarding Hart Pond water levels
- Discussion of pumphouse and irrigation system
- Update on Phragmites control and Dam #1/beaver lodge
- Cranberry Bog Annual Maintenance Agreement
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing updates on interactions with other boards and collecting general feedback from residents and officials.
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Collection of general feedback from residents, officials, and employees
- Review of action items for members
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing action items and receiving general feedback.
- Drafting of the final report
- Review of member action items
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to confirm wetland resource areas on two parcels of land at 0 Bingham Rd. This follows an abbreviated notice filed by the Cadyco Revocable Trust. The meeting will be held virtually.
- Public hearing for resource area delineation at 0 Bingham Rd (Map 16 Parcel 31-4 & 32-5)
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Artem Fandin. The proposal involves razing an existing dwelling to the foundation and reconstructing it within its current footprint. This work would occur within a wetland buffer zone and riverfront resource area.
- Public hearing for reconstruction at 212 Acton St
- Proposed work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Rodenhiser Excavating, Inc. The proposal involves constructing a repair sewage disposal system to replace an existing failed system. Work includes installing a septic tank, pump chamber, and force main within the 100-foot Buffer Zone.
- Public hearing for sewage disposal system repair at 52 Indian Hill
- Installation of a septic tank, pump chamber, and force main within a 100-foot Buffer Zone
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review multiple Notices of Intent for projects including a pool at 66 Lion’s Gate Road and tree removal at 384 River Road. The agenda also includes discussions on engineering services for Greenough Dam and sewage system repairs.
- Removal of 42 trees at 384 River Road
- Construction of a pool and retaining wall at 66 Lion’s Gate Road
- Proposed garage and driveway paving at 44 Bedford Road
- Engineering services amendment for Greenough Dam
- Mowing agreement for Towle Field
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review reports from school and town facilities managers. Discussion items include updates on library projects, DPW trailer status, and the Bog House radio box.
- Library RTU order status and roof project status
- Expansion of library utility room and fan coil unit replacement
- DPW trailer sprinkler system and ramp status
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- Bog House radio box status
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will meet for an executive session. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel.
- Executive session regarding strategy for non-union personnel negotiations
Environmental Sustainability Committee
The committee will discuss its charter, member expectations, and leadership responsibilities. If time permits, members may also preview the Master Plan. This meeting focuses on internal organizational procedures.
- Review of Charter
- Committee Chair and Secretary responsibilities
- ESC Committee Structure
- Master Plan preview (if time permits)
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will meet to consider and act on an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by John Lavery on August 23, 2022. The group will enter executive session to discuss this matter.
- Consideration of an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by John Lavery
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees will enter into an executive session. The meeting includes discussions regarding litigation strategy and negotiations with the superintendent of schools.
- Executive session for litigation strategy
- Negotiations with the superintendent of schools
Cultural Council
The Carlisle Cultural Council will discuss the annual grant cycle and ARPA grants. The meeting also includes an election for council officers.
- Election of officers
- ARPA Grants Phase 1 and Phase 2
- MCC Annual grant cycle
- September Grantee Reception
- Old Home Day 2023
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to review minutes and discuss SharePoint document files. The group will also work on drafting a final report that includes recommendations and warrant articles.
- Drafting of the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of interactions with other boards and committees
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will review minutes from the August 18 meeting and discuss updates regarding transfer station changes and signage status. The agenda also includes discussions about the launch date, website pages, and community outreach efforts. A brief discussion with Sustainability Coordinator Sue Thomas is scheduled.
- Approval of August 18, 2022 meeting minutes
- Updates on transfer station changes and signage status
- Discussion regarding launch date and events
- Planning for website pages and community outreach
- Discussion with Sustainability Coordinator Sue Thomas
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will hear a presentation from Stew Roberts of Johnson Roberts Associates. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a site visit and other updates.
- Presentation by Stew Roberts from Johnson Roberts Associates
- Discussion of a site visit
- Vote to approve minutes
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board. The agenda includes identifying members present and discussing warrant articles and the Task Force report.
- Discussion of Warrant Articles and Task Force Report
- Identification of members present
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee and Select Board held a joint coordination meeting. The agenda focuses on discussing proposed warrants and other shared business between the two bodies.
- Discussion of proposed warrants
- Select Board joint business
Select Board
The Select Board will meet with the Finance Committee and Town Moderator to discuss upcoming Fall Special Town Meeting warrant articles. Topics include Greenough Barn demolition funding and a scenic road designation for Martin St. The board will also receive a presentation from the Governance Task Force.
- Greenough Barn demolition funding
- Scenic Road Designation, Martin St
- Governance Task Force report presentation
- Appointment of Heidi Sjoberg to Finance Committee
Trails Committee
The committee is reviewing 2022 goals for conservation land activities and trail infrastructure. Discussion includes boardwalk repairs, trail clearing, and new trail proposals. Members will also address poison ivy control and the SuAsCo grants program.
- Renegotiation of Trail Agreement with USFWS
- Fiske Street Kayak Trail proposal
- Valentine trail easement boardwalk construction
- 75 West Street conservation cluster
- SuAsCo grants program review
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force is meeting to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes and discussing SharePoint document files.
- Approval of minutes
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of member action items
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review reports from school and town facilities managers. The meeting includes discussions regarding library renovation projects and infrastructure updates for the police station and DPW.
- Library RTU order status and roof project status
- Expansion of library utility room and window fan coil unit replacement
- DPW trailer sprinkler system and ramp status
- Police station ramp to replace failed elevator
- Bog House radio box status
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Joint School Committee is meeting to discuss goal setting for fiscal year 2023. The committee will also hear an update from the Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations. Several action items are scheduled for a vote, including driver recruitment incentives and fund approvals.
- Vote to approve Driver Recruitment Incentive Plan
- Vote to establish Non-Resident Tuition Revolving Fund
- Vote to approve donation from Concord Carlisle Community Chest
- Vote to appoint Robert Conry as Chief Procurement Officer
- Vote to surplus books and chairs at CCHS
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee is holding a workshop to conduct a self-evaluation with MASC. The agenda consists of procedural items and discussion regarding this evaluation.
- Self-evaluation workshop with MASC
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting will conduct a site walk on state land located on Lowell Street, across from Great Brook Farm. The meeting involves walking the property with permission from the State.
- Site walk of state land on Lowell Street
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes updates on interactions with other boards and a review of member action items.
- Drafting of final report and warrant articles
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Review of member action items
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review COVID-19 updates and plan for upcoming flu clinics. The agenda includes a permit modification and water supply status update for Fern’s Country Store. Discussion topics also include the Level 2 drought alert and septic system progress at Woodward Village.
- Food Establishment Permit Modification for Fern’s Country Store
- Public Water Supply Status for Fern’s Country Store
- Introduction and appointment of Sanitarian Ann Loree
- MA Drought Alert – Level 2
- Woodward Village septic system progress
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will discuss a property assessment for 2 James St., Billerica. The meeting includes discussions regarding assistant assessor recruitment and measures to address resource shortages. Additionally, the board will discuss plans for interim assessment adjustments.
- Property assessment for 2 James St., Billerica
- Assistant assessor recruitment status
- Interim measures for resource shortage
- Plans for interim assessment adjustments
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will review minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting and receive updates on Select Board regulations. Discussion includes physical changes to the transfer station and the status of sign orders. The group will also discuss community outreach and the launch schedule for the Swap Shop.
- Approval of August 4, 2022 minutes
- Update on Select Board regulation status
- Review of transfer station physical changes and signage designs
- Discussion of Swap Shop launch schedule
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Aileen English. The application proposes the removal of 42 trees from the property at 384 River Rd. This includes five trees from a Bordering Vegetated Wetland and the remaining trees from the 100-foot Buffer Zone.
- Notice of Intent for tree removal at 384 River Rd.
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Martha and Kenneth Bedrosian. The proposal includes constructing a detached three-car garage, installing utilities, and paving an existing dirt driveway. This work is proposed within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
- Public hearing for construction of a detached three-car garage at 44 Bedford Rd.
- Proposal to pave an existing dirt driveway and install utilities at 44 Bedford Rd.
- Plan for mitigation plantings within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Matthew and Lisa Dacey. The proposal includes installing an 18' x 42' swimming pool, a retaining wall, and a shed. This work would take place within the 100-foot buffer zone of a bordering vegetated wetland.
- Notice of Intent for swimming pool installation at 66 Lion's Gate Road
- Proposed grading, retaining wall, and shed construction
- Tree removal and landscaping within a wetland buffer zone
Conservation Commission
The Commission will consider several Notices of Intent regarding construction and tree removal within wetland buffer zones. The agenda also includes an interview for the Land Stewardship Committee and updates on conservation land management.
- Notice of Intent: Tree removal at 384 River Road
- Notice of Intent: Pool and landscaping at 66 Lion’s Gate Road
- Notice of Intent: Garage and driveway paving at 44 Bedford Road
- Amendment to Order of Conditions for 42 Bingham Road
- Bill approval: $252.67 adjustment for John Bakewell's invoice
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force will receive updates regarding a fire station study and an engineering study. The meeting also includes a presentation from Kate Reid of the Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust.
- Vote to approve minutes from previous meeting
- Presentation from Kate Reid, Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust
- Update on fire station study
- Update on engineering study
Council on Aging and Human Services
The Carlisle Council on Aging will review staff reports from the Director, Social Worker, and Financial officer. The agenda also includes an update on the ARP A Grant and a discussion regarding reframing the Community Center Committee.
- ARP A Grant update
- Change in COA board venue to the Hollis room in the library
- Selection of a new member for the Nominating Committee
- Discussion on reframing the Community Center Committee
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will review rental assistance and arrears. The meeting includes updates on Rocky Point, Benfield, and vacant municipally owned land. Members will also undergo reorganization of officers and the CPC representative.
- Rental Assistance and Arrears update
- Property updates for Rocky Point and Benfield
- Update on vacant municipally owned land
- Reorganization of officers and CPC representative
- HPP update
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will hold candidate interviews and provide liaison and budget updates. The committee will also review and approve the minutes from the July 13, 2022, meeting. This meeting is scheduled to take place remotely via Zoom.
- Candidate interviews
- Approval of July 13, 2022, meeting minutes
- Liaison and budget updates
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review its agenda and approve previous minutes. The meeting includes discussing the drafting of a final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. Members will also provide updates on interactions with other boards and committees.
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Review of action items for members
Community Preservation Committee
The meeting consists of procedural reviews regarding committee membership, nominations, and orientation resources. The Committee will also review financial balances, current projects, and the community preservation plan.
- Discussion of committee membership and nominations
- Review of current project status
- Review of financial balances and outlook
- Discussion of the community preservation plan
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review reports from school and town facilities managers. The meeting includes discussions regarding maintenance for the library, police station, and DPW.
- Library RTU order status and roof project status
- Library utility room expansion and window fan coil unit replacement
- DPW trailer sprinkler system and ramp status
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- Bog House radio box installation update
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board is meeting to discuss FY2023 goals and ARPA funding recommendations. The agenda also includes adopting transfer station regulation amendments and a hearing for an Eversource Grant of Location.
- Ratify agreement between Town of Carlisle and Police Union Local 201
- Adopt Transfer Station Regulations Amendment
- Hearing: Grant of Location - Eversource
- ARPA Funding Recommendations
- Salary Study – Human Resources Services, Inc.
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee will review July 12 minutes and introduce new member Julie Durrell. Discussion topics include habitat protection at Foss Farm, barn demolition at Greenough, and maintenance for Towle Field and Russell Conservation Land.
- Proposed fall mowing of 1/3 of Towle Field
- Habitat protection and signage at Foss Farm
- Barn demolition and pond water level adjustment at Greenough
- Maintenance issues at Russell Conservation Land
- Assembly and installation of conservation signs
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing action items and updates on interactions with other boards and committees.
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of task force action items
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
Town Governance Task Force
The subcommittee will discuss a Budget Warrant Article. The meeting also includes confirming the minute process.
- Discussion of Budget Warrant Article
- Confirmation of the minute process
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force and Finance Committee subcommittees will meet to discuss a Budget Warrant Article. The agenda also includes confirming the minute process.
- Discussion of Budget Warrant Article
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Town Governance Task Force subcommittees will meet to discuss Budget Warrant Articles. The agenda also includes a confirmation of the minute process.
- Discussion of Budget Warrant Article
- Confirmation of minute process
Transfer Station Action Committee
The Transfer Station Action Committee will review updates from several working groups. The meeting includes discussions on signage, publicity schedules, and the Swap Shop.
- Approval of July 21, 2022 minutes
- Updates on transfer station changes and recycling
- Discussion regarding signage
- Review of publicity schedule and activities
- Discussion of the Swap Shop
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Trustees will review the Meeting Room Policy and discuss library renovation and fundraising efforts. The agenda also includes a Director's report and approval of July minutes.
- Meeting Room Policy review
- Library renovation and fundraising efforts
- Director’s report
- Approval of July minutes
ARPA Committee
The committee will review prior meeting minutes and consider new ARPA funding requests. These include mental health and nutrition support for the COA, as well as Clark Room upgrades.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- ARPA funding request: COA Mental Health/Nutrition Support
- Funding adjustments: COA Clark Room Upgrades
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The agenda is primarily procedural, consisting of a vote to approve minutes and general updates. No specific projects or decisions are listed.
- Approval of minutes
- Task force updates
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The committee will review minutes from the June 15, 2022 meeting and discuss inspection reports for CR#32 (80 Russell St.) and CR#15&17. The agenda also includes discussing committee promotion in Mosquito and a potential August inspection.
- Inspection report and boundary status for CR#32 (80 Russell St.)
- Draft inspection report for CR#15&17
- Promotion of CRAC activities in Mosquito
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request for a Special Permit to build an addition to an existing non-conforming structure. The property is located within the Residence B District.
- Application 2210: Special Permit for an addition at 566 Acton Street
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review the agenda and approve previous minutes. The meeting includes discussions on drafting the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles, and updates regarding interactions with other boards and committees.
- Approval of minutes
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Updates on interactions with other boards/committees
- Review of member action items
Cultural Council
The Carlisle Cultural Council will discuss ARPA grants and the MCC annual grant cycle. The meeting also includes a recap of Old Home Day and planning for the September Grantee Reception.
- ARPA Grants
- MCC Annual grant cycle
- September Grantee Reception
- Council fundraising
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes a vote to appropriate funds for an engineering study and a review of a Fire Station visit with Johnson Roberts Associates.
- Vote to appropriate funds for engineering study
- Review Fire Station visit with Johnson Roberts Associates
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review minutes from July 14, 2022, and receive reports from school and town facilities managers. The agenda includes discussions on library equipment and police station elevator replacement.
- Library roof study final documents for bidding
- Replacement of window fan coil units at the library
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- DPW trailer sprinkler system and ramp status
- Bog House radio box installation on 8/1/22
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint Special Education Subcommittee and Special Education Parent Advisory Committee are meeting to plan for the upcoming school year. The agenda focuses on establishing a meeting schedule and setting goals for 2022-2023.
- Planning of 2022-2023 Meeting Schedule and Goals
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will meet to vote on executing the Town Administrator's contract. The board will also hold a work session for Fiscal Year 2023 goal setting.
- Vote to execute Town Administrator’s contract
- Fiscal Year 2023 Goal Setting Work Session
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review minutes from the June 27 and July 13, 2022, meetings. The committee is also scheduled to review a year-end transfer request under Massachusetts Code Chapter 44, Section 33B and receive budget updates.
- Approval of June 27 and July 13 meeting minutes
- Review of year end transfer request (MA Code: chapter 44/section 33B)
- Liaison and budget updates
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review minutes from the previous meeting. The board is also scheduled to discuss recruiting an assistant assessor and measures to address a resource shortage. Additionally, members will discuss plans for interim assessment adjustments.
- Recruitment status for assistant assessor
- Interim measures for resource shortage
- Plans for interim assessment adjustments
Town Governance Task Force
The task force will discuss the review of personnel bylaws and begin drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. Members will also receive updates on interactions with other boards and committees.
- Personnel Bylaw Review
- Final Report Drafting (Recommendations, Warrant Articles)
- Updates on interactions with other boards/committees
- Discussion of SharePoint Document Files
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will review minutes from the July 7, 2022 meeting and receive updates from several working groups. Discussion topics include signage and publicity schedules for the transfer station.
- Approval of July 7, 2022 meeting minutes
- Updates on Transfer Station Changes & Recycling working group
- Discussion regarding signage
- Review of publicity schedule and activities
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will conduct continued hearings for several land use applications. These include requests for a single-family home on South Street and tree removals on River Road. The commission will also review conservation land management and administrative updates.
- Continued hearing for driveway and culvert work off South Street
- Continued hearing for removal of 42 trees at 384 River Road
- Continued hearing for single-family home construction at 0 South St
- Request to amend conditions for a home, pool, and patio at 42 Bingham Road
- Discussion on Cranberry Bog dam maintenance
Historical Commission
The Carlisle Historical Commission will discuss window and door replacements at 46 Concord Street. The meeting includes formalizing several new member appointments and voting on a certificate for a painting project. Members will also receive updates on fencing bids and continued hearings for the police station and public school outdoor classroom.
- Window and patio door replacement at 46 Concord Street
- Formalizing new Historical Commission appointments
- Vote on Certificate of Non-Applicability for Fern’s painting project
- Update on FRS play yard fence contractor bidding
- Continuation of Police Station and Public School outdoor classroom hearings
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes a tour of the Carlisle Fire Department with staff from Johnson Roberts & Associates.
- Tour of the Carlisle Fire Department at 80 Westford Street
- Meeting with staff from Johnson Roberts & Associates
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several applications for special permits and variances. The board plans to reopen public hearings regarding a barn on Cross Street and a carport on School Street. New requests include a two-story addition on Westford Street and a pool on Elizabeth Ridge Road.
- Reopening public hearing for barn rebuild at 307 Cross Street
- Reopening public hearing for carport at 352 School Street
- Special Permit request for addition at 547 Westford Street
- Special Permit and Variance request for pool at 347 Elizabeth Ridge Road
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle School Committee will discuss the 2022-2023 meeting schedule and school year reflections. Agenda items include updates on the Castle Playground Project, Highland Building master planning, and building security cameras. The committee will also vote to accept a donated podium.
- Castle Playground Project Update
- Master Planning/Highland Building discussion
- Vote to accept gift of podium
- Building Security Camera Update
- Payroll Warrant 22PR25 ($414,275.99)
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will welcome new members and undergo committee reorganization. The agenda also includes updates regarding HPP and Benfield.
- Committee reorganization
- HPP update
- Benfield update
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The committee will welcome new members and review minutes from the June 15, 2022 meeting. Discussion includes status updates on specific conservation restriction boundaries and inspection reports.
- Boundary issue status for CR#32 (80 Russell St.)
- Status update for CR#70 (542 School St.)
- Inspection report for CR#15&17
- Discussion of a potential August inspection
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will discuss the COA Housing Services Consultant and the Carlisle Cultural Council Grant Process. The meeting also includes a recap of the Select Board meeting and updates on approved ARPA projects.
- COA Housing Services Consultant
- Carlisle Cultural Council Grant Process
- Select Board Meeting Recap
- Approved ARPA Project Status Updates
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force is meeting to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The agenda also includes reviewing updates on interactions with other boards and receiving general feedback from residents and officials.
- Drafting of the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
- Review of action items for members via the tracker update
Community Preservation Committee
The committee will nominate a Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer subject to Board of Selectmen approval. Members will also draft a timeline for CPA funding proposals for the October 17th Town Meeting.
- Nomination of Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer
- Drafting timeline for October 17 CPA funding proposals
- Approval of minutes
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review maintenance updates for the library, DPW, and police station. The committee will also hear reports from school and town facilities managers.
- Library roof study final documents for bidding
- Expansion of library utility room and replacement of window fan coil units
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- DPW trailer sprinkler system and ramp status
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
Finance Committee
The committee will review minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting. Members will also review year-end transfer requests under Massachusetts Code Chapter 44, Section 33B and receive liaison and budget updates.
- Approval of June 27, 2022 minutes
- Review of year-end transfer requests (MA Code: chapter 44/section 33B)
- Liaison and budget updates
Board of Health
The Board will review COVID-19 community updates, including the discontinuation of PCR testing and MAVEN case follow-up as of June 30, 2022. Discussion items include FAST system updates for Benfield Farms and septic system progress at Woodward Village. The meeting also includes approval of May and June 2022 meeting minutes.
- Discontinuation of PCR testing and MAVEN case follow-up as of 6/30/22
- Benfield Farms FAST system update and duct cleaning report
- Woodward Village septic system progress
- Approval of May 16, 2022, and June 8, 2022, minutes
Select Board
The Select Board will review the Carlisle Housing Production Plan and consider several municipal appointments. The agenda also includes a proposal on early voting and an executive session regarding labor contracts. Additionally, the board will discuss the Greenough Barn.
- Appointments for Police Officer and Shared Sustainability Director
- Proposal on Early Voting from the Town Clerk
- Discussion regarding Greenough Barn
- Carlisle Housing Production Plan review
- End-of-year budget transfers
Cultural Council
The Carlisle Cultural Council will discuss the ARPA Grant process during this meeting. No other specific topics are listed on the agenda.
- ARPA Grant process
Land Stewardship Committee
The Land Stewardship Committee will review committee membership reappointments and notes from the July 11 CBWG meeting. The agenda includes discussions on invasive species treatment at Towle Field and habitat protection at Foss Farm. Members will also address maintenance tasks for Greenough Pond and various mowing needs.
- LSC membership reappointments and potential new members
- Invasive species treatment status at Towle Field
- Wildlife and habitat protection actions for Foss Farm
- Wildflower planting adjustments for the Bog
- DPW brush and grass cutting request for Towle and Greenough parking lots
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Trustees will review the Food and Drink Policy and receive a Director's report. The meeting also includes discussions regarding library renovation and fundraising efforts.
- Approval of June minutes
- Review of Food and Drink Policy
- Library renovation and fundraising efforts
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The subcommittee will discuss upstream water management practices from Hart Pond to the Carlisle town line. The meeting also includes updates on Dam #1, irrigation system ownership, and Phragmites control.
- Upstream water management practices (Hart Pond to Carlisle town line)
- Pumphouse and irrigation system ownership
- Cranberry Bog Dam #1 and beaver lodge update
- Phragmites control update
Trails Committee
The committee will review 2022 goals for conservation land activities, trail infrastructure, and maintenance. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 75 West Street conservation cluster and Pine Point Loop resurfacing.
- 2022 conservation land goals including Woodward Village trails and Tupelo Trail stream crossing
- Infrastructure projects such as boardwalk repair and bench installation
- 75 West Street conservation cluster
- Pine Point Loop resurfacing
- Approval of June 3 meeting minutes and bills
Transfer Station Action Committee
The Transfer Station Action Committee will review progress from several working groups, including those focused on recycling, education, and grant programs. The committee also plans to discuss signage and receive an update from the Select Board. A vote is scheduled to approve minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting.
- Vote to approve June 23, 2022 meeting minutes
- Updates on transfer station changes and recycling
- Updates on education and community engagement
- Discussion regarding signage
- Select Board update
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force is meeting to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The agenda also includes updates on interactions with other boards and committees.
- Drafting of the final report
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Review of member action items
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
Master Plan Steering Committee
The Master Plan Steering Committee will review the project timeline. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes.
- Approval of minutes
- Review of next steps timeline
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review a request for a determination of applicability regarding the installation of approximately 454 linear feet of gas service line. The project involves temporary impacts to a wetland buffer zone at 138 East St.
- Request for determination of applicability for gas service line installation
- Installation of approximately 454 linear feet of gas service line
- 979 square feet of temporary impacts to a wetland buffer zone
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent filed by Lauren Marolda. The proposal includes replacing an existing garage and removing one small tree at 190 Lowell St. The project also involves planting five native species bushes to mitigate impacts within a wetland buffer zone.
- Garage replacement at 190 Lowell St.
- Removal of a small tree and planting of five native species bushes
- Work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review a Request for Determination of Applicability for 87 Bingham Rd. The proposal involves replacing walls and expanding a 3-season porch by 9 feet. This work would occur within the 100' Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
- Porch expansion at 87 Bingham Rd.
- Replacement of walls for a 3-season porch
- Work within the 100' Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will review several applications involving construction, utility installations, and tree removal within wetland buffer zones. The agenda also includes the election of a new commission chair, discussions on conservation land management, and the FY23 budget.
- Notice of Intent for garage replacement at 190 Lowell Street
- Request for determination regarding porch expansion at 87 Bingham Road
- Continued hearing for the removal of 42 trees at 384 River Road
- Request to amend construction plans at 42 Bingham Road
- Gas service installation impacts at 138 East Street
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will discuss several library projects, including potential ARPA funding for an RTU and a roof study. The committee will also review reports from school and town facilities managers.
- Discussion of possible ARPA funding for Library RTU
- Final documents for Library roof study bidding
- Proposal for Library utility room expansion and fan coil unit replacement
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review minutes from the previous three meetings and discuss the recruitment status for an assistant assessor. The board will also address any new business brought before them.
- Approval of minutes from the prior three meetings
- Discussion regarding recruiting status for an assistant assessor
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will meet to decide on the continuation of COVID testing and discuss the appointment of a full-time Police Officer. The agenda also includes reviewing FY22 goals and making FY23 annual appointments and liaison assignments. An executive session is scheduled regarding the Town Administrator contract and real property.
- Decision on COVID testing continuation
- Appointment of a full-time Police Officer
- Youth Commission charge and membership
- FY23 annual appointments and liaison assignments
- Executive session regarding Town Administrator contract
Council on Aging and Human Services
The Council on Aging will review staff and monthly reports and select a new nominating committee. The agenda includes updates from the Director, Social Worker, and Minuteman Senior Services.
- Selection of a new nominating committee
- Director's Report
- Social Worker's Report
- Financial report
- Minuteman Senior Services update
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review minutes from the prior meeting and a reserve fund transfer. The committee is also scheduled to review the planner position and the Energy task force.
- Reserve Fund Transfer review
- Review of planner position
- Review of Energy task force
- Liaison/Budget Updates
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will review prior meeting minutes and evaluate open ARPA requests. The committee also plans for its June 28, 2022, meeting with the Select Board.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- Review of open ARPA requests to determine positions for the Select Board
- Planning for the June 28, 2022, Select Board meeting
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee will review grant agreements previously voted at Town Meeting. The committee also plans to discuss the upcoming Fall Town Meeting and review a memo from AHT.
- Review of grant agreements voted at Town Meeting
- Memo from AHT
- Fall Town Meeting discussion
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes updates on interactions with other boards and a review of action items.
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of task force action items
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards/committees
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board is conducting interviews for the Town Administrator position. Candidates Ryan McLane, Michael McCall, and Andrew MacLean are scheduled for interviews. The board will hold deliberations following these sessions.
- Interview with Ryan McLane
- Interview with Michael McCall
- Interview with Andrew MacLean
- Deliberations regarding Town Administrator candidates
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will review updates from several working groups regarding the transfer station, including topics such as recycling changes and community engagement. The meeting also includes a vote to approve minutes from the June 9, 2022 meeting.
- Approval of June 9, 2022 meeting minutes
- Working group updates on recycling, community engagement, and grant programs
- Discussion regarding signage
- Review of publicity schedule and activities
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review minutes from the two previous meetings and discuss new business. The board will also discuss the hiring status for an assistant assessor and evaluate candidates under consideration.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding assistant assessor hiring status
- Evaluation of candidates for recommendation
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The agenda includes a session with Stew Roberts from Johnson Roberts Associates. The meeting also covers the approval of minutes and other updates.
- Session with Stew Roberts from Johnson Roberts Associates
- Approval of minutes
- Other updates
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will discuss the Rental Assistance program and provide an update on Benfield. The agenda also includes a review of a CPC grant.
- Rental Assistance program discussion
- Benfield update
- CPC grant review
- Approval of minutes
Celebrations Committee
The committee will meet in executive session to select the 2022 Honored Citizen. There is a motion to close the session without reconvening in open session.
- Selection of 2022 Honored Citizen
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing minutes from May 12 and June 9, 2022.
- Drafting of the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Approval of meeting minutes from 5/12/2022 and 6/9/2022
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee is meeting to review facility reports and discuss several maintenance projects. Topics include library HVAC updates, police station elevator replacement, and DPW trailer status.
- Library utility room expansion for PFAS filtering
- Window fan coil unit replacement plan ($600/hr consulting fee)
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- DPW trailer status regarding sprinklers and occupancy
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Public Library Trustees will meet via Zoom on January 16, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a proposal from Schwartz Silver Architects and updates on fundraising and Old Home Day planning.
- Approval of May minutes
- Schwartz Silver Architects Proposal Discussion
- Fundraising update
- Old Home Day planning
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to replace the roof system at 22 Bedford Road. The meeting also includes discussions about painting plans for 8 Lowell Street and the Carlisle School Playground outdoor classroom. A vote on changes to commission leadership is also scheduled.
- Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness No 2022-03 at 22 Bedford Road
- Discussion regarding painting plans for 8 Lowell Street
- Discussion regarding Carlisle School Playground outdoor classroom
- Vote on change of Historical Commission leadership
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding application #2022-03. The proposal involves removing and replacing the low slope and asphalt shingle roof system, including copper ridge caps, at 22 Bedford Road. Existing slate roof components are designated to remain.
- Roof replacement at 22 Bedford Road (Gleason Public Library)
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The committee will review minutes from the May 3 meeting and discuss status updates for several conservation restrictions. The agenda also includes an election of officers and a scheduled inspection for CR#15&17.
- Election of committee officers
- Inspection report and boundary issue for CR#32 (80 Russell St.)
- Compliance status for Great Brook Path CR
- Status update for CR#70 (542 School St.)
- Scheduled inspection of CR#15&17 on June 19
Select Board
The Select Board will discuss preparations for Town Administrator interviews with Community Paradigm. The agenda also includes annual appointments for FY23 and orientation for volunteer boards and committees.
- Preparation for Town Administrator interviews with Community Paradigm
- Annual Appointments for FY23
- Police Union Contract discussion in Executive Session
- Real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value discussion in Executive Session
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee will elect officers for the next fiscal year and discuss recruiting a new member. Discussion topics include invasive species management at Towle Field and wildlife protection at Foss Farm. The meeting also covers sign orders and habitat/pollinator projects.
- Election of LSC officers for the next fiscal year
- Invasive species management and mower procurement at Towle Field
- Wildlife and habitat protection discussion for Foss Farm
- Status of sign orders and installation plans
- Habitat/pollinator project updates
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will discuss STAR data, school committee self-evaluation, and superintendent relations. Action items include approving CCHS trips and the use of FY22 funds.
- Vote to approve Adult & Community Education members
- Vote to approve tuition for non-resident students in CCHS programs
- Vote to approve CCHS trips for football, girls soccer, and boys cross country
- Vote to approve the Superintendent evaluation cycle
- Vote to approve use of FY22 funds
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee will hold a joint meeting to review a program study proposal for the Fire Department. The agenda also includes other updates and public comments.
- Review of Fire Department program study proposal
ARPA Committee
The committee will review an updated HVAC request for CPS Wilkins and discuss new applications for ARPA funding. Members will also receive status updates on previously approved projects.
- Review of CPS Wilkins HVAC request
- Discussion of new ARPA funding submission requests
- Status updates on approved ARPA projects
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will hold an executive session to interview candidates for the assistant assessor position. The agenda includes a motion to close the session without reconvening in open session.
- Interviewing candidates for assistant assessor position
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will discuss drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing previous minutes and updates on interactions with other boards.
- Approval of May 19 and June 2 meeting minutes
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of member action items
Board of Assessors
The Board will review and approve minutes from their previous meeting. Additionally, the Board will enter an executive session to conduct interviews for the assistant assessor position.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Interviews for assistant assessor position
Transfer Station Action Committee
The Transfer Station Action Committee will review updates from working groups regarding recycling, community engagement, and grant programs. The meeting also includes discussions on signage, schedules, and swap shop categories.
- Approval of May 26, 2022 meeting minutes
- Working group updates on recycling and grants
- Discussion regarding signage and schedules
- Review of swap shop categories
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review several applications regarding residential construction and tree removals within wetland buffer zones. The agenda also includes discussions on the FY23 budget, beaver control at Cranberry Bog, and new homeowner tree removal guidelines.
- Notice of Intent for garage replacement and tree removal at 190 Lowell Street
- Request for determination regarding porch expansion at 87 Bingham Road
- Notice of Intent for single-family home construction at 0 South St
- Discussion on beaver control and dam maintenance at Cranberry Bog Dam #1
- Review of tree removal guidelines for homeowners
Cultural Council
The Council will discuss activities for Old Home Day, including a parade and music festival. The agenda also includes updates on ARPA grants and a treasurer report.
- Old Home Day planning
- ARPA Grants
- Approval of May 27, 2021 minutes
- Treasurer Report
Board of Health
The Board of Health will provide COVID-19 community updates regarding case reporting and testing. The meeting includes discussions on a contract renewal for Emerson Hospital Home Care and status reports for Woodward Village and Benfield Farms.
- Emerson Hospital Home Care contract renewal
- Woodward Village status report
- Benfield Farms status report
- COVID-19 case reporting and testing updates
- Home Day planning
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The joint committee will discuss school improvement plans for several schools and the CMS building project update. The meeting includes votes on K-5 student handbooks, METCO policy, and tuition prepayments.
- Vote to approve K-5 Student Handbooks
- Vote to approve METCO School Committee Representative Policy
- Discussion of FY22 budgets for CCRSD and CPS
- CMS Building Project Update
- Vote on prepayment of collaborative tuitions
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two applications regarding building setbacks. The board will review requests to rebuild a barn at 307 Cross Street and build a carport at 352 School Street.
- Application 2206: Special Permit and Variance to rebuild a barn at 307 Cross Street
- Application 2207: Variance to build a carport at 352 School Street
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The Cranberry Bog Working Group will discuss the restoration and management plan for the cranberry bog, including goals and methods proposed by consultant MaryAnn Dipinto. The group will also address ownership of the pumphouse and irrigation system, as well as updates on dam #1 and Phragmites control.
- Review and approval of May 9, 2022 minutes
- Ownership of pumphouse and irrigation system
- Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan goals and methods
- Update on Dam #1 and beaver lodge
- Phragmites control update
Safety Committee
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several safety topics. These include the potential extension of pathways from Concord Rd to Palmer Way and speed mitigation at 566 Acton St. The committee will also address school bus stop signs for Carlisle Kids House.
- Potential pathway extension from Concord Rd to Palmer Way
- Speed mitigation at 566 Acton St
- School bus stop signs for Carlisle Kids House
Trails Committee
The committee will review 2022 conservation land goals, including trail repairs and infrastructure projects. Members will also elect officers and plan for upcoming community events.
- Election of committee officers
- Review of 2022 conservation goals including Cross St pathway bridge rebuilding
- Planning for Old Home Day activities
- Review of tree, boardwalk, and mowing report logs
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to discuss the drafting of its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes from May 2022 and discussing interactions with other boards.
- Drafting of final report, recommendations, and warrant articles
- Approval of minutes from May 12 and May 19, 2022
- Review of action items for members
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
Select Board
The meeting agenda is limited to an exit conference regarding the Fiscal Year 2021 audit financials. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.
- Fiscal Year 2021 audit exit conference
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will discuss the status of the library's RTU order and roof study. Members will also review maintenance items for the DPW trailer, police station ramp, and Bog House fire alarm system. Reports from town and school facilities managers are scheduled.
- Library RTU order status and controller discussion
- Library roof study regarding vents, shingles, and Historic Commission
- DPW trailer sprinkler system and ramp
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will discuss updates regarding student mental health and the Castle Playground Project. Action items include votes on superintendent evaluation, policy adoption, and the appropriation of end-of-year budget funds.
- Vote on appropriation of end-of-year funds
- Vote on Superintendent evaluation
- Update on Castle Playground Project
- Payroll Warrant 22PR23 ($434,656.85)
- Accounts Payable Warrant 22SE23 ($87,589.00)
ARPA Committee
The committee will meet with the Carlisle Cultural Council to discuss funding requests for Old Home Day and Carlisle Mosquito. Members will also review and vote on a revised TMS procurement support proposal and discuss new ARPA funding submissions.
- Vote on revised TMS procurement support proposal
- Discussion of Carlisle Cultural Council funding requests
- Review of new ARPA funding submission requests
- Status updates on approved ARPA projects
Cultural Council
The Council will discuss FY22 programming for Old Home Day, including the parade, country fair, and music festival. The agenda also includes discussions regarding fundraising and ARPA grants.
- Old Home Day programming
- Council fundraising for Old Home Day
- ARPA grants
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will introduce a new board member and review candidates for the Assistant Assessor position. The meeting also includes discussing the May 24th Select Board meeting and reviewing updates on the Rutgers case.
- Reviewing Assistant Assessor candidates
- Introduction of new board_member
- Discussion of May 24th Select Board meeting
- Update on Rutgers case
- Approval of May 5th meeting minutes
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will review minutes from the May 12, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates on recycling, signage, and the Swap Shop, as well as proposed changes to general transfer station regulations.
- Approval of May 12, 2022 meeting minutes
- Updates on transfer station changes and recycling
- Discussion regarding signage
- Discussion regarding the Swap Shop
- Proposed updates to General Regulations of Transfer Station
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold hearings for several land use projects, including a driveway and culvert replacement off South Street and tree removals on River Road. The agenda also includes requests regarding stone wall removal at Clark Farm and fence installation on Hartwell Road. Additionally, the commission will review administrative items and conservation land updates.
- Notice of Intent for a driveway and culvert replacement off South Street
- Request for Determination of Applicability for stone wall removal at Clark Farm
- Request for Determination of Applicability for a fence and chicken coop at 121 Hartwell Road
- Notice of Intent for tree removal at 384 River Road
- Request to Amend the Order of Conditions for a home, pool, and patio at 42 Bingham Road
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee is continuing a discussion regarding the merger of Town and School facilities management. The committee will address organization, responsibilities, and financial arrangements.
- merging Town and School facilities management organization
- responsibilities for merged facilities management
- financial arrangements for merged facilities management
Regional Meetings
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will meet to discuss the FY2023 budget presentation. The board will also receive monthly reports from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director. Additionally, the Personnel Subcommittee will present a report regarding the annual review of the LRTA Administrator.
- LRTA FY2023 Budget Presentation
- Personnel Subcommittee report on Annual Review of LRTA Administrator
- Acceptance of April 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of warrants and invoices
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will meet to discuss extending COVID testing and regionalization. The agenda includes a decision on TimberNook summer sessions and the acceptance of the Master Plan. The board will also review planning staff reorganization and the classification of an assistant assessor position.
- Acceptance of Master Plan
- Decision on TimberNook summer sessions
- Discussion of extending COVID testing
- Classification of Assistant Assessor Position
- Discussion of Planning Staff Reorganization
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Joint School Committee will meet to appoint committee representatives and discuss strategic plans. Agenda items include discussions on the DEI Draft Strategic Plan, an equity audit, and a COVID update. The committee also intends to vote on a grant submission for adult and community education.
- Vote to approve appointments of committee representatives
- Vote to approve grant submission to Concord-Carlisle Adult & Community Education
- Vote to dissolve the DEI Subcommittee
- Discussion regarding DEI Draft Strategic Plan and Equity Audit
- CCHS student update
Recreation Commission
The commission will provide updates on various town parks, including Banta, Spaulding, and the Dog Park. The meeting also includes a debrief of the Town Meeting and discussions regarding roles for the next fiscal year.
- Update on Banta enhancements
- Dog Park Update
- Spaulding project
- Playground update/discussion
- Pickleball at Banta
Council on Aging and Human Services
The meeting includes staff reports from the Director, Social Worker, and Financial officer. The Council will also hear updates from Minuteman Senior Services and the Friends group.
- Vote on FY23 slate of board members and officers
- Director's Report
- Social Worker's Report
- Financial report
ARPA Committee
The committee will review updated funding documents for ConsCom Signs and CCC Old Home Day. Members will also discuss new ARPA funding submission requests for various town items.
- Updated funding for ConsCom Signs to include contingency funds
- Updated funding for CCC Old Home Day to include promotional activities
- Discussion of Carlisle Mosquito funding request
- Discussion of Old Home Day funding request
- Discussion of CPS Wilkins HVAC and Electronic Voting System requests
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding a joint meeting. The agenda focuses on continuing discussions regarding stations.
- Continuing discussion on stations
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Special Education Subcommittee and SEPAC will discuss updates on summer programming and the 2022-23 literacy strategic plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a neurodiversity speaker partnership and communication between SEPAC and the School Committee.
- Summer programming update
- Literacy Strategic plan for 22-23
- Neurodiversity speaker/partnership discussion
- SEPAC and School Committee communication channels
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle School Committee is meeting to discuss a response to local and national acts of hate affecting Carlisle Public Schools. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this meeting.
- Discussion regarding responses to CPS, local, and national acts of hate
Regional Meetings
The Audit & Finance Subcommittee of the Lowell Regional Transit Authority will meet via teleconference to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023. The meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2022.
- Discussion of the FY2023 Proposed Budget
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will meet to discuss drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes from May 5 and May 12, 2022, and discussing interactions with other boards.
- Approval of May 5 and May 12, 2022 meeting minutes
- Drafting of final report recommendations and warrant articles
- Updates on interactions with other boards and committees
- Review of member action items
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will discuss maintenance for the library roof and Bog House fire alarm system. The committee will also review a $16,837.97 quote for DPW trailer modifications and elect new officers.
- $16,837.97 quote from Triumph for DPW trailer ramp and door swap
- Library roof study regarding vents, shingles, and Historic Commission
- Police Station ramp to replace failed elevator
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Public Library Trustees will conduct a policy review and introduce a newly elected Trustee. The meeting also includes the Director’s report and a design review with SSA.
- Approval of April minutes
- Director’s report
- Policy review
- Introduction of newly elected Trustee and transition discussion
- Design review with SSA
Town Administrator Screening Committee
The committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and identify a volunteer for minute-taking. An executive session is scheduled to conduct interviews with candidates for the Town Administrator position.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Executive session to interview candidates
Historical Commission
The Carlisle Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding chimney removal at 93 Lowell Street, an ADA ramp at the Police Station, and roof work at Gleason Public Library. The commission will also discuss updated outdoor classroom plans for the Carlisle School Playground.
- Chimney removal at 93 Lowell Street
- ADA ramp installation at 41 Lowell Street Police Station
- Roof replacement at 22 Bedford Road (Gleason Public Library)
- Outdoor classroom plan update for 83 School Street
Historical Commission
The Carlisle Historical Commission is holding a public hearing regarding three applications. These include requests for chimney removal, roof replacement at the Gleason Public Library, and an accessibility upgrade at the Police Station.
- Chimney removal at 93 Lowell Street
- Roof replacement at Gleason Public Library (22 Bedford Road)
- Installation of ADA-compliant ramp at 41 Lowell Street
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding application #2022-04 for 22 Bedford Road. The proposal involves replacing the low slope and asphalt shingle roof system, including copper ridge caps, while preserving existing slate components.
- Roof replacement at Gleason Public Library (22 Bedford Road)
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2022, regarding application #2022-02. The proposal seeks to remove an existing smaller chimney on the north side of the house located at 93 Lowell Street.
- Chimney removal application for 93 Lowell Street
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The agenda consists of procedural items and a request for an executive session. The committee plans to discuss litigation strategy and negotiations with the superintendent of schools.
- Executive session regarding litigation strategy
- Executive session regarding negotiations with the superintendent
Town Administrator Screening Committee
The Town Administrator Screening Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and select a volunteer to take minutes. The committee will also enter an executive session to interview candidates for the Town Administrator position.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Selection of a volunteer to take minutes
- Executive session to interview candidates
Land Stewardship Committee
The Land Stewardship Committee will discuss the Towle Field mowing protocol and updates on the Habitat/Pollinator Project. The committee will also review the status of new sign purchases and potential volunteer efforts at the Bog.
- Towle Field mowing protocol updates
- Habitat/Pollinator Project site visits
- Purchase of new handicapped parking signs
- Memorial bench inquiry at Bog
- Potential water lily removal at Bog
Regional Meetings
The Upper Middlesex Commission on the Status of Women will meet to review committee updates. Discussion topics include legislative priorities and a proposal for a June community engagement plan. The meeting also features a guest presentation from Sam Hammar.
- Approval of March meeting minutes
- Guest presentation by Sam Hammar regarding Run En Masse
- Proposal for June Hearing and community engagement plan
- Updates on legislative priorities
- Review of intern process and draft annual report
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will discuss updates regarding the Benfield septic project and the CAHT Rental Assistance Program. The meeting also includes trustee reorganization and the approval of April 26, 2022 minutes.
- Update on Benfield septic project
- Update on CAHT Rental Assistance Program
- Trustee Reorganization
- Approval of April 26, 2022 Minutes
Board of Health
The Carlisle Board of Health will conduct board reorganization and provide COVID-19 community updates. The meeting includes discussions on the Woodward Village septic installation and local reports of Powassan tick-borne disease. Members will also discuss aerial mosquito spraying opt-out options and hazardous waste collection.
- Woodward Village Septic Installation Update
- Local report of Powassan tick-borne disease
- State Reclamation and Mosquito Control aerial spraying opt-out discussion
- Hazardous Waste Collection on 9/17/22
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The agenda for this joint meeting is limited to a call to order and an entry into executive session. The committee will discuss litigation strategy and negotiations with nonunion personnel.
- Executive session regarding litigation strategy
- Executive session regarding negotiations with the superintendent of schools
Cultural Council
The council will discuss FY22 programming, including Old Home Day 2022 and Race Amity Day. The meeting also covers grant awards, ARPA grants, and fundraising efforts for Old Home Day.
- FY22 programming (Old Home Day, Race Amity Day)
- Grant awards and supplemental grant cycle
- ARPA grants and council fundraising
- Poppy project and public art updates
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The committee will review April 2022 minutes and receive updates on Adult & Continuing Education programs. Members will discuss FY22 registration and budget numbers along with Armchair Travel and Community Chests Grant updates. The meeting also includes planning for two potential "Can We Talk" programs regarding the court system and immigration.
- Review of FY22 registration and budget numbers
- Armchair Travel updates
- Concord Carlisle Community Chests Grant updates
- Planning for court system program
- Planning for immigration program
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees will hold a joint meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss litigation strategy and negotiations with the superintendent of schools.
- Executive Session regarding litigation strategy
- Executive Session regarding negotiations with the superintendent
Town Administrator Screening Committee
The Town Administrator Screening Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and select a volunteer for minute-taking. The committee will also enter an executive session to review candidate resumes.
- Review of candidate resumes in executive session
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Identification of a volunteer to take minutes
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss drafting its final report, including recommendations and warrant articles. The meeting also includes reviewing action items and approving minutes from April 21, April 28, and May 5, 2022.
- Drafting of Final Report (Recommendations, Warrant Articles, Format, Sections)
- Approval of minutes from 4/21/2022, 4/28/2022, and 5/5/2022
- Discussion of SharePoint Document Files
- Review of action items for members
Transfer Station Action Committee
The Transfer Station Action Committee will review updates from working groups regarding recycling and community engagement. The meeting also includes a scheduled vote on removing Salvation Army bins.
- Vote on removal of Salvation Army Bins
- Approval of April 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Updates on Transfer Station changes and recycling
- Discussion regarding Recycling Info/Signage
- Discussion of Swap Shop and Old Home Day
Conservation Commission
The commission will hold continued hearings on several Notices of Intent regarding tree removal and wetland alterations. Proposed projects include driveway construction at 42 Bingham Road and a single-family home at 0 South Street. The agenda also includes discussions on mowing protocols and new conservation land signage.
- Notice of Intent for driveway and pool construction at 42 Bingham Road
- Notice of Intent for single-family home development at 0 South Street
- Tree removal permits for 163 Nowell Farm Road and 576 Rutland Street
- Discussion on Towle Field mowing protocols
- Request for a memorial bench on Cranberry Bog Conservation land
Land Stewardship Committee
The Land Stewardship Committee and the Conservation Commission are holding a joint meeting to discuss a proposed mowing protocol for Towle Field. This topic is expected to be addressed on the Conservation Commission agenda around 8 PM.
- Proposed mowing protocol for Towle Field
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
This meeting agenda contains only procedural items. The primary focus is committee reorganization.
- Committee reorganization
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committee will hold an organizational meeting to elect officers and appoint officials. The committee also plans to vote on a three-year successor agreement with the CCRSD Tutor’s Association.
- Vote to approve CCRSD Tutor’s Association 3 Year Successor Agreement
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Appointment of Recording Secretary and Treasurer
- Selection of a committee representative to the DEI Strategic Planning Committee
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Library Trustees met on May 12, 2022, to finalize the design for the Gleason renovation. This meeting replaced a session originally scheduled for April 21, 2022.
- Finalization of Gleason renovation design
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding application #2022-04. The proposal involves removing an existing lift for people with disabilities at 41 Lowell Street and installing an ADA-compliant ramp.
- ADA-compliant ramp installation at 41 Lowell Street
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committees DEI Subcommittee will discuss updates regarding DEI training and the DEI Director's progress on the Strategic Plan draft. The committee will also review and approve March meeting minutes.
- Approval of March meeting minutes
- DEI Subcommittee training update
- DEI Director and Strategic Plan draft update
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee will organize its leadership by electing a Chair and Vice Chair. The committees will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the CCHS tutors union. Other agenda items include literacy presentations and building project updates.
- Election of Concord School Committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Collective bargaining strategy for CCHS tutors union
- First reading of METCO School Committee Representative Policy
- Vote to approve staff request for 2022-2023 student enrollment
- CMS Building Project Update
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss a request to use reserve funds for a town clock. The committee will also review FY23 cost-of-living adjustments and open issues.
- Town Clock Request from Reserve Fund
- Review of FY23 COLA Distribution
- Discussion of FY23 Open Issues
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will review prior meeting minutes and discuss new ARPA funding submission requests. The committee will also receive an update on the status of current ARPA projects.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- Discussion of new ARPA funding submission requests
- ARPA project status update
Board of Health
The Board of Health agenda includes a single item regarding a septic system installation at Woodward Village. No other specific topics are listed for this special meeting.
- Woodward Village – Septic System Installation
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee will conduct a fire station site walk with Sylvia Willard. The meeting also includes an update on a state-owned site and a possible discussion regarding regionalization.
- Fire Station site walk with Sylvia Willard
- State owned site update
- Possible conversation on regionalization
- Vote to approve minutes from previous meeting(s)
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The Cranberry Bog Working Group will discuss the restoration and management plan for the cranberry bog. The agenda includes reviews of CPA funding for Dam #1 and potential restoration grants. Updates will also be provided regarding beaver control and the fire protection system for the Cranberry Bog House.
- Review of the Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan
- Cranberry Bog Dam #1 CPA funding
- Request to remove the former pump house
- Beaver Control update for Cranberry Bog #1
- Update on the Cranberry Bog House fire protection system
Trails Committee
The Trails Committee is reviewing its 2022 goals regarding conservation land, trail infrastructure, and maintenance. The meeting also includes approving previous minutes and recognizing a Trekker Award recipient.
- Approval of April 8 meeting minutes
- Review of 2022 conservation land activities
- Discussion of boardwalks and other infrastructure repairs
- Presentation of the Trekker Award to Angela Smith
- Review of tree, boardwalk, and mowing report logs
Master Plan Steering Committee
The meeting agenda consists of a general discussion and a review of the next steps in the timeline. No specific projects or decisions are detailed in this document.
- Review of timeline
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force is meeting to review progress on its work. The agenda includes approving minutes from April 2022 and discussing the drafting of a final report containing recommendations and warrant articles.
- Approval of April 21, 2022, and April 28, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
- Drafting of the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of member action items
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review candidates for the Assistant Assessor position and discuss the hiring process with the interim town administrator. The agenda also includes a review of the Rutgers case and approval of minutes from the prior meeting.
- Review Assistant Assessor candidates
- Discuss hiring process with the interim town administrator
- Review Rutgers case
- Approve minutes from prior meeting
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review and discuss draft language regarding a proposal for METCO non-voting representatives to School Committees. The subcommittee will also vote to approve the minutes from the April 5, 2022, meeting.
- Review and discussion of draft language for METCO non-voting representative policy proposals
- Vote to approve April 5, 2022, meeting minutes
- Recommendation for School Committees First Reading
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees met via Zoom on May 5, 2022. The provided agenda is limited to procedural items and a notice for an executive session regarding litigation or bargaining strategy.
- Executive Session regarding litigation or bargaining strategy
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review maintenance updates for the library, police station, and Bog House. Members will also discuss a $16,837.97 quote for DPW trailer work and the potential merging of town and school facilities management.
- Library roof study regarding vents and the Historic Commission
- $16,837.97 quote from Triumph for a DPW trailer ramp and door swap
- Repair or replacement options for the failed police station elevator
- Maintenance of the Bog House fire alarm system
- Discussion on merging Town and School facilities management
Select Board
The Select Board will consider the appointment of Taylor Collins as a police officer. The meeting also includes an update on the Public Safety Facilities Task Force and a discussion regarding the regionalization of town services.
- Appointment of Taylor Collins as Police Officer
- Update on Public Safety Facilities Task Force (PSFTF)
- Discussion of Regionalization of Town Services
- Town Meeting Review with Wayne Davis
- Approval of Minutes and Warrants
Board of Health
The Board will discuss the community COVID status and updates regarding Benfield Farms. The agenda also includes beaver management and administrative reports.
- Benfield Farms PHN health visits
- Benfield Farms septic system update
- COVID-19 community status
- Beaver management discussion
- Review of April 20, 2022 minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The School Advisory Council will meet to discuss several school-related updates. The agenda includes reports on Castle 2.0, new math programs, and an update regarding vandalism.
- Vandalism Update
- Castle 2.0 Report
- New Math programs Update
- End of the Year Events
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will discuss school choice, the Castle Playground Project, and superintendent evaluation progress. Members also plan to vote on assuming management of the EDCO Collaborative Revolving Fund.
- Vote on School Choice
- Vote to assume management of EDCO Collaborative Revolving Fund
- Castle Playground Project update
- Review of harassment and non-discrimination policies
- Payroll Warrant 22PR21 for $417,733.78
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss the status of several conservation restrictions. Topics include inspection reports for Poole Swamp and boundary issues at 80 Russell St. The group will also review a draft for 542 School St.
- CR#54 (Poole Swamp) inspection report
- CR#32 (80 Russell St.) boundary issue status
- Great Brook Path CR compliance status
- CR#70 (542 School St.) April 19 draft review
- Numbering non-CR recorded conservation documents
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals will review several special permit applications. These include requests for continued landscape business operations at 247 North Road and 239 B Lowell Street, along with an outdoor preschool at 60 Ledgeways. The board will also discuss compliance regarding the Jenney Landscape Special Permit.
- Reopening public hearing for landscape business at 247 North Road
- Special permit request for landscape business at 239 B Lowell Street
- Special permit request for Woodland Nursery School at 60 Ledgeways
- Discussion of complaints and compliance for Jenney Landscape Special Permit
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate only. The committee will conduct a call to order and discuss any necessary Town Meeting business.
- Discussion of Town Meeting business
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The committee will review March 2022 minutes and discuss FY22 registration and budget numbers. Updates on Driver Education and the ELL summer schedule are also scheduled. The meeting includes planning for potential programs regarding the court system and immigration.
- Review of March 2022 minutes
- Driver Education program update
- FY22 registration and budget numbers review
- ELL summer schedule updates
- Planning for potential court system and immigration programs
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Board of Directors meeting includes votes on the FY23 budget presentation and a procurement card policy. The agenda also covers personnel reports, OPEB Trust budget transfers, and authorizing contracts for capital improvements.
- FY23 Budget Presentation (Second Reading)
- Procurement Card Policy (Second Reading)
- OPEB Trust FY22 Budget Transfers
- Contracts for Capital Improvements
- Personnel Report
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
This meeting of the Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund Board of Directors consists of procedural items. The board will vote to approve minutes from May 28, 2021, and receive a trust fund update.
- Approval of May 28, 2021, meeting minutes
- Trust Fund Update
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The provided agenda is limited to a notice for an Executive Session. This session is intended to discuss strategy regarding litigation and bargaining positions. No other items are listed in the document.
- Executive Session regarding litigation strategy and bargaining
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review the April 21, 2022, minutes and discuss SharePoint document files. The meeting also includes a discussion of Town Meeting results and the drafting of a final report containing recommendations and warrant articles.
- Approval of April 21, 2022, minutes
- Discussion of Town Meeting results
- Drafting of final report including recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of action items tracker
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review applications for the assistant assessor position. The board will also discuss cyclical compliance issues and vote to accept minutes from the April 11, 2022, meeting.
- Review of assistant assessor job applicants
- Discussion of cyclical compliance issues
- Vote to accept April 11, 2022, meeting minutes
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will vote to approve minutes from the April 14, 2022 meeting. Members will receive updates regarding transfer station changes, recycling, and grant programs. The agenda also includes discussion of a recycling guide and transfer station observation.
- Approval of April 14, 2022 minutes
- Updates on transfer station changes and recycling
- Discussion of recycling guide and information
- Transfer station observation
Conservation Commission
The Commission will conduct a continued hearing regarding residential construction and wetland impacts at 0 South Street. The agenda also includes discussions on new tree removal guidelines for homeowners and updates on the Cranberry Bog Dam #1 CPA request. Additionally, the meeting covers various land use permits and conservation land management projects.
- Continued hearing for single-family home construction at 0 South Street involving wetland crossings and fill
- Discussion of new Tree Removal Guidelines for homeowners
- Update on Town Meeting results regarding the Cranberry Bog Dam #1 CPA request
- Request for a three-year permit extension for 11 East Street
- Review of erosion control changes at 142 Bedford Road
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The School Committee Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review several district policies. This includes a draft revision to the Harassment policy and a proposed new Nondiscrimination policy. The subcommittee will also discuss MASC policy updates from February 2022.
- Draft revised Harassment policy (A6)
- Proposed new Nondiscrimination policy (A8)
- MASC Policy Updates February 2022
- Review of Non-Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation policy
- Review of Sexual Harassment and JICK (Harassment of Students) policies
Regional Meetings
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on April 28, 2022. The agenda includes voting on the acceptance of March 24, 2022 minutes and reviewing monthly reports from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director.
- Acceptance of March 24, 2022 meeting minutes
- Administrator’s Report
- Finance Director’s Monthly Report
- Facility Director’s Monthly Report
Town Administrator Screening Committee
This meeting is for the committee to conduct initial organizational tasks. The agenda includes reviewing committee responsibilities and process, appointing a minute-taker, and scheduling future meetings.
- Appointment of a volunteer to take minutes
- Review of committee responsibilities and process
- Scheduling of future meetings
Master Plan Steering Committee
The Master Plan Steering Committee will receive an update on Planning Board discussions. The meeting also includes finalizing a Comment Response Document and reviewing the project timeline.
- Update on Planning Board Discussion
- Finalize Comment Response Document
- Review of next steps and timeline
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees will meet to discuss collective bargaining strategies for tutors and bus drivers. The agenda includes updates on COVID-19, special education, and the CMS Building Project. Action items include voting on a transportation contract and amending the CPS Capital Plan.
- Collective bargaining strategy for CCHS tutors and bus drivers unions
- Vote to approve transportation contract
- CMS Building Project Update
- Vote to amend CPS Capital Plan
- Vote to surplus desks
Council on Aging and Human Services
The Council on Aging will review staff reports from the Director, Social Worker, and Financials. The agenda also includes the FY23 COA Nominating Committee slate and the results of a Town Meeting vote regarding a name change.
- FY23 COA Nominating Committee slate
- Results of Town Meeting vote regarding name change
- Staff reports from Director, Social Worker, and Financials
- Minuteman Senior Services update
- Friends' report
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust held an emergency remote meeting. The agenda focused on approving the scope of work and expenditures for the Benfield/BOH project.
- Approval of scope of work and expenditures for the Benfield/BOH project
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss warrant articles. The agenda does not provide specific details regarding the content of these articles.
- Vote on warrant articles
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss new requests for ARPA funding. The committee will also receive an update on the status of current ARPA projects.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- Discussion of new ARPA funding submission requests
- ARPA project status update
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board met to receive community input and discuss potential Town Meeting Warrant Articles and proposed amendments. This meeting was held in person at the Carlisle Public School Plaza.
- Community Input
- Discussion of Town Meeting Warrant Articles and Proposed Amendments
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The subcommittee will review the end-of-year special education report for the School Committee. Members will also discuss SPED policy reviews and the DESE dyslexia plan for the 2022-23 school year.
- Review/approval of March 30, 2021 minutes
- End of Year Special Education Report for the School Committee
- SPED Policy Review for 22-23 school year
- Touch point on DESE Dyslexia plan for 22-23
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are meeting to discuss the fire station structure. The agenda also includes planning for a fire station site visit.
- Fire Station structure discussion
- Fire Station site visit and plan
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will discuss maintenance for the library, police station, and Bog House. Members will also review a $16,837.97 quote for DPW trailer work and continue discussions on merging town and school facilities management.
- $16,837.97 Triumph quote for DPW trailer ramp and door swap
- Library RTU order status and roof vent discussion
- Police station elevator repair or ramp installation options
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance update
- Discussion on merging Town and School facilities management
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss updates regarding motion drafting and the preparation of its final report. The meeting also includes reviewing member action items and approving minutes from April 14, 2022.
- Approval of April 14, 2022, minutes
- Motion drafting update and presentation
- Final report drafting discussion
- Review of member action items
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The meeting focuses on the Gleason Renovation Design. This session concludes a series of weekly meetings held between March 3 and April 21, 2022. No other specific agenda items are listed for this date.
- Gleason Renovation Design
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold informational discussions regarding several local properties. Topics include chimney demolition at 93 Lowell Street and fence replacements at 27 School Street. The commission will also discuss accessibility updates for the Police Station and roofing options for the Gleason Public Library.
- Chimney demolition at 93 Lowell Street
- Fence replacement plans at 27 School Street - FRS
- Accessibility ramp discussion for the Police Station at 41 Lowell Street
- Roof replacement and vent color options for Gleason Public Library
- Approval of March 21, 2022, meeting minutes
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss COVID-19 updates and the status of Benfield. The agenda includes reviewing monitoring well results for the Daisy Gasoline Station and a Dog Park warrant article from the Recreation Commission.
- Daisy Gasoline Station Monitoring Well Results
- Recreation Commission – Dog Park Warrant Article
- Benfield status report
- COVID-19 updates
Select Board
The Select Board will review the FY21 Audit Report and receive an update on the Town Administrator search. The board will also prepare for the Annual Town Meeting by reviewing CPA recommendations and Board of Health items. Discussion includes feedback regarding Timbernook Outdoor Programs.
- Presentation of FY 21 Audit Report
- Update on Town Administrator search
- Review of draft DCHD guidelines for MBTA Communities
- Preparation for Annual Town Meeting
- Update on Timbernook Outdoor Programs
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee will discuss modified mowing protocols and estimated costs for Towle Field. Members will also review the third draft of the Benfield Baseline Assessment and report on recent stone wall clearing work. The agenda includes discussions on habitat projects and sign purchases.
- Modified mowing protocol and estimated costs for Towle Field
- Review of the third draft of the Benfield Baseline Assessment
- Report on April 2 and 9 Towle Stone Wall clearing work parties
- Final review of new sign and material purchases
- Maintenance and potential relocation of bluebird houses at Benfield
Cultural Council
The council will discuss FY22 programming, including Old Home Day 2022 and Race Amity Day. The agenda also covers ARPA grants and fundraising efforts for Old Home Day.
- Old Home Day 2022 programming
- June 12 Race Amity Day
- ARPA grant funding
- Poppy project and public art updates
- Approval of March 18, 2021 minutes
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review progress on motion drafting and the final report. Members will also discuss SharePoint files and review member action items. The meeting includes a period for general feedback from residents, officials, and employees.
- Approval of April 7, 2022 minutes
- Motion drafting update and presentation
- Final report drafting including recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of member action items
Transfer Station Action Committee
The Transfer Station Action Committee will meet to approve minutes from the March 31, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates from various working groups on topics such as recycling, community engagement, and grant programs.
- Approval of March 31, 2022 meeting minutes
- Updates on Transfer Station Changes & Recycling
- Updates on Grant programs
- Discussion of timeline considerations
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Glenn Reed. The proposal involves removing 20 trees at 576 Rutland St. that are identified as safety hazards within a wetland buffer zone; stumps are to remain.
- Public hearing for tree removal at 576 Rutland St.
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent filed by East Coast Development. The proposal includes filling approximately 278 square feet of Bordering Vegetated Wetland to construct a driveway crossing and box culvert. Additional proposed work includes constructing a patio, pool, and portions of a sewage disposal system within the wetland buffer zone.
- Public hearing for driveway crossing and box culvert at 42 Bingham Rd.
- Proposed construction of a patio, pool, and sewage disposal system.
- Filling approximately 278 square feet of Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review notices of intent for single-family home construction on South Street and Bingham Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2022-2023 budget and beaver control at Cranberry Bog Dam #1.
- Notice of Intent for single-family home construction at 0 South St
- Notice of Intent for driveway and pool construction at 42 Bingham Rd
- Notice of Intent for tree removal at 576 Rutland Street
- Discussion of the 2022-2023 budget
- Update on beaver control for Cranberry Bog Dam #1
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle School Committee will vote on a CTA Agreement and a request to enroll children of a CPS staff member in fall 2022. The committee will also consider endorsing a letter of support for a dog park at Banta-Davis.
- Vote to approve CTA Agreement
- Vote to approve the request to enroll children of a CPS staff member in the fall of 2022
- Vote to endorse a letter of support for a dog park at Banta-Davis
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Public Library Trustees will meet to review the library redesign and final renovation plans with SSA. The agenda also includes a report from the Director and an update on hiring a tax preparation service. This meeting replaces the session originally scheduled for April 7, 2022.
- Library redesign review
- Review of final renovation plans with SSA
- Status update on hiring a tax preparation service
- Approval of March minutes
Master Plan Steering Committee
The committee will discuss updates from the Planning Board and review a Comment Response Document. Members will also review next steps regarding the project timeline.
- Update on Planning Board Discussion
- Review of Comment Response Document
- Review of project timeline
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees will meet to discuss and vote on the FY23 CPS Budget. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss bus driver union bargaining strategy and a complaint against Public Officials.
- Vote to approve FY23 CPS Budget
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining with CPS/CCHS bus drivers unions
- Executive session regarding a complaint against Public Officials by an employee
- Review of executive session materials from March 10, 2022
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the FY23 Budget. The meeting includes a budget presentation, a Q&A session, and a vote on warrant articles.
- Public Hearing on FY23 Budget
- Presentation of Budget
- Review & Approve Minutes from Prior Meetings
- Discuss & Vote on Warrant Articles
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will meet via Zoom to provide an update on ARPA project status. The committee will also review and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- ARPA project status update
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review applications for the assistant assessor job position and discuss current work activities. The board will also vote to accept minutes from the March 30, 2022, meeting.
- Review of assistant assessor job position applicants
- Vote to accept March 30, 2022, meeting minutes
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee will hold a joint meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a meeting with architect Stewart Roberts of Johnson Roberts Associates, Inc. and a potential executive session regarding real property negotiations.
- Meeting with architect Stewart Roberts of Johnson Roberts Associates, Inc.
- Potential executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
- Vote to approve minutes from previous meetings
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes a session with architect Stewart Roberts of Johnson Roberts Associates, Inc. The bodies may also enter an executive session to discuss real property negotiations.
- Meeting with architect Stewart Roberts of Johnson Roberts Associates, Inc.
- Potential executive session regarding real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
- Vote to approve minutes from previous meetings
Trails Committee
The committee will review minutes from the March 4 meeting and approve bills. Members will also discuss 2022 conservation land activities, infrastructure repairs, and upcoming trail projects.
- Approval of March 4 meeting minutes
- Approval of bills
- Discussion of 2022 conservation land goals
- Review of tree, boardwalk, and mowing report logs
- Discussion regarding Otter Slide Trail – Curve St. bridge
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will review the status of library roof studies and RTU orders. The meeting includes discussion of a $5,000 proposal for DPW trailer sprinkler system design. Members will also continue discussions regarding merging Town and School facilities management.
- Library roof study 90% submittal from Gale
- $5,000 proposal from JS Consulting for DPW trailer sprinkler system design
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance issues
- Discussion on merging Town and School facilities management
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force is meeting to discuss progress on its final report and motion drafting. The agenda also includes reviewing recent minutes and member action items.
- Approval of March 17, March 24, and April 1, 2022, meeting minutes
- Update on motion drafting
- Drafting of the final report, including recommendations and warrant articles
- Review of member action items
Master Plan Steering Committee
The Master Plan Steering Committee will review a comment response document and other public comments. The committee will also discuss next steps regarding the project timeline.
- Approval of minutes
- Review of Comment Response Document
- Review of other public comments
- Review of project timeline
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss the COVID-19 community status and a food establishment permit for Fern’s County Store. The meeting also includes discussion items regarding septic upgrades, indoor air quality, and a health survey for Benfield Farms.
- Fern’s County Store Food Establishment Permit
- Benfield Farms septic upgrade status report
- Benfield Farms indoor air quality update
- Benfield Farms health survey
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will consider votes on policy revisions, a budget transfer, and school choice. Discussion items include updates on the Castle Playground Project and Banta-Davis Dog Park.
- Vote to approve policy revisions and adoption of new policies
- Vote on budget transfer
- Vote on school choice
- Payroll Warrant 22PR19: $409,544.35
- Accounts Payable Warrant 22SE19: $107,769.05
Select Board
The board will discuss preparations for the Annual Town Meeting, including warrant articles and quorum rules. They will also address the Town Administrator search and hold a dog nuisance hearing for 40 Laurelwood Road.
- Appointment of Screening Committee for Town Administrator search
- Dog Nuisance hearing at 40 Laurelwood Road
- Voting on final positions for Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
- Vote on reduced quorum for Annual Town Meeting
- Appointments to the Transfer Station Action Committee
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The joint meeting includes discussions on the FY23 budget, capital plans, and the Concord Middle School project update. Committees will vote on facility use policies and an outdoor art display at CCHS. An executive session is also scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy with tutors and bus drivers unions.
- Vote to approve installation of Outdoor Art Display at CCHS
- Vote on facility use (KF) and community use (KF-R) policies
- Discussion of CCRSD Capital Article for Carlisle Town Meeting
- Discussion of Concord Middle School Project Update
- Vote to approve April 14 early release at Thoreau
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review and discuss draft language regarding METCO non-voting representatives to School Committees. The discussion includes examining examples from Bedford, Weston, and Lincoln.
- Approval of March 24 and March 31, 2022 minutes
- Review of draft language for METCO non-voting representative policy proposals
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing an application for the continued operation of a landscape business. The request seeks a Special Permit for a property located within the Residence B District.
- Application 2203: Special Permit for Blake Duffy's landscape business at 247 North Road
Recreation Commission
The Recreation Commission will vote on a field maintenance contract renewal and the acceptance of a gift from CCYBS. The meeting also includes updates on the dog park, playground, and software.
- Vote on Field Maintenance Contract Renewal
- Vote to accept gift of enhancements from CCYBS
- Pickleball discussion
- Dog park and playground updates
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The subcommittee is reviewing objectives for the Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan. The group will also discuss updates on CPA applications for Dam #1 and the Cranberry Bog House fire protection system.
- Phragmites Management NOI
- Cranberry Bog Dam #1 CPA application update
- Beaver Control update for Cranberry Bog #1
- Cranberry Bog House fire protection system CPA application update
- Discussion regarding control of native water lilies
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review its agenda and discuss SharePoint document files. The meeting also includes discussions on report drafting and Town Meeting planning.
- Discussion of SharePoint Document Files
- Report Drafting
- Town Meeting Planning
- Review of action items
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will review minutes from several March 2022 meetings and discuss SharePoint document files. Members will also work on drafting the final report and reviewing member action items.
- Approval of minutes from March 10, 14, 17, and 24, 2022
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
- Drafting of the final report
- Review of member action items via tracker update
ARPA Committee
The committee will review ARPA project approval documents. The meeting also includes a review of the updated ARPA funded request form and an updated process letter.
- Review of ARPA project approval documents
- Review of updated ARPA funded request form
- Review of updated process letter
Transfer Station Action Committee
The committee will review minutes from the March 17, 2022 meeting and discuss operational procedures. Updates will be provided for working groups regarding education, recycling, and third-party relationships. The agenda also includes a discussion of Massachusetts grant programs.
- Vote to approve March 17, 2022 minutes
- Review of members, task assignments, and operational procedures
- Working group updates on education, recycling, and third-party relationships
- Discussion of Massachusetts grant programs
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will discuss proposals for METCO non-voting representatives on School Committees. The committee is also reviewing several policies regarding harassment, non-discrimination, and student grievances. Additionally, recommendations for the community use of school facilities are scheduled for action.
- Proposals for METCO non-voting representatives
- Review of non-discrimination and harassment policies
- Review of student complaints and grievances policy
- Recommendations for community use of school facilities
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The agenda for this joint school committee workshop contains only procedural items. No specific topics or decisions are listed for discussion.
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The meeting topic is Gleason Renovation Design. No specific items, motions, or decisions are detailed in the provided agenda.
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review the assistant assessor job position and discuss an interim work plan until a replacement is hired. Brian will report on developments from the review of pending assessments and reclassification. The board will also vote to accept minutes from the March 9, 2022 meeting.
- Review of assistant assessor job position
- Discussion of interim work plan
- Report on developments from review of pending assessments and reclassification
- Vote to accept March 9, 2022 meeting minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Special Education Subcommittee will review minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting. The committee plans to discuss a report regarding a parent survey and identify areas of interest for parents. Members will also review the website and FAQs.
- Approval of March 1, 2022 minutes
- Report on survey to parents
- Discussion of parent areas of interest
- Review of website and FAQs
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee will discuss ongoing business regarding several conservation restrictions. This includes reviewing a boundary issue at 80 Russell St. and an inspection report for Poole's Swamp. The committee will also select upcoming inspections.
- CR#32 (80 Russell St.) boundary issue
- CR#54 (Poole's Swamp) inspection report
- Great Brook Path CR compliance
- CR#70 (542 School St.) status
- Selection of next inspections
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee is discussing 2022 CPA applications. The committee will review recommendations for consideration at the April Town Meeting, specifically regarding the Cranberry Bog Dam.
- Recommendations for the Cranberry Bog Dam application
Town Governance Task Force
The meeting includes administrative tasks such as reviewing agenda items and SharePoint files. Members will also discuss report drafting, Town Meeting planning, and review action item updates.
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Collection of general feedback from residents and officials
- Report drafting discussion
- Town Meeting planning
- Review of member action items
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will review prior meeting minutes and debrief the March 22 Select Board meeting. The committee will also discuss next steps for approved ARPA projects and the process for submitting new requests.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- Debrief of March 22 Select Board Meeting
- Discussion on next steps for approved ARPA projects
- Discussion on new request submission process
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
This joint meeting includes a vote to approve minutes from previous meetings and a discussion regarding next steps. No specific projects or financial items are detailed in this procedural agenda.
- Vote to approve minutes from previous meetings
- Discussion of next steps
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The committee will review February 2022 minutes and receive a program update from IMSCC. Discussions include FY22 registration and budget figures, as well as advisory committee leadership changes. The agenda also covers driver's education, ELL planning, and 'Can We Talk' programming.
- FY22 registration and budget numbers
- Driver's education instructor updates
- ELL planning involving grants from Concord-Carlisle Community Chest and Middlesex Savings Bank
- 'Can We Talk' program planning for court system and immigration topics
- Advisory committee membership and 2022-2023 chair selection
Master Plan Steering Committee
The Master Plan Steering Committee will review feedback from the Planning Board and other public sources. The committee will also discuss next steps regarding the project timeline.
- Review of Planning Board comments
- Review of other public comments
- Review of project timeline
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss drafting its final report and planning for community outreach. The meeting also includes a Select Board update and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Drafting of the final report
- Outreach planning
- Approval of minutes from March 2021 and March 2022
- Select Board meeting update
- Review of member action items
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will conduct continued hearings regarding residential construction and repairs within wetland buffer zones. The agenda also includes discussions on farming plans, beaver control at Cranberry Bog Dam #1, and FY23 budget guidelines.
- Construction of a single-family home and driveway at 0 South St (DEP 125-1130)
- Repair of an on-site sewage disposal system at 147 Westford Street
- Removal of a dwelling and construction of a tennis court at 19 Estabrook Road
- Discussion regarding beaver control on Cranberry Bog Dam #1
- Review of FY23 budget guidelines
Community Preservation Committee
The Carlisle Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss 2022 CPA applications. The committee will provide recommendations for consideration at the upcoming April Town Meeting.
- Discussion of 2022 CPA Applications with recommendations for the April Town Meeting
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee is reviewing recommendations regarding the community use of school facilities. The committee will also prioritize several student, travel, and non-discrimination policies for future review.
- Approval of February 9 and February 17 meeting minutes
- Review of Community Use of School Facilities policies (File KF and KF-R)
- Prioritization of various student and non-discrimination policies
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will discuss the status of the library's RTU order and a 90% submittal for a roof study from Gale. Members will also review the potential merger of Town and School facilities management. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on DPW trailer status and Bog House fire alarm maintenance.
- Library roof study 90% submittal from Gale
- Status of library RTU order and controller
- DPW trailer status regarding sprinklers and occupancy
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
- Discussion on merging Town and School facilities management
Regional Meetings
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to review the minutes from the February 24, 2022, meeting. The board will also receive monthly updates from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director.
- Acceptance of February 24, 2022, meeting minutes
- Review of warrant and invoices
- Administrator’s Report
- Finance Director’s Monthly Report
- Facility Director’s Monthly Report
Board of Health
The Carlisle Board of Health will discuss COVID-19 community status and Town Meeting planning with Moderator Wayne Davis. The meeting includes a public water supply update for Ferns Country Store. Financial discussions will cover the FY23 operating budget staffing and the 53E Revolving Cap.
- COVID-19 Town Meeting planning with Moderator Wayne Davis
- Ferns Country Store public water supply update
- FY23 Operating Budget staffing discussion
- 53E Revolving Cap financial discussion
Select Board
The Select Board will review FY23 budget items, including nonunion COLA and additional hours for the Board of Health. The meeting includes a road layout hearing for Lion’s Gate Road and an update on the Maple St. bridge design. Additionally, the board will finalize the Annual Town Meeting Warrant for publication.
- Maple St. bridge design update and Small Bridges Grant application authorization
- Road layout hearing for Lion’s Gate Road
- FY23 budget decisions regarding nonunion COLA and Board of Health hours
- Proposed new Green Cemetery fee schedule
- Town Administrator search update and screening committee review
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will hold a road layout hearing regarding Lion's Gate Road. The hearing involves a street acceptance plan prepared by Meisner Brem Corporation for SCD Builders.
- Road layout hearing for Lion's Gate Road
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The joint meeting includes discussions regarding COVID-19 updates, the Concord Middle School project, and budget updates. Committees will also vote on Concord Town Warrant articles 20, 22, and 44.
- Vote to take action on Articles 22 and 44 of the Concord Town Warrant
- Vote to take action on Article 20 of the Concord Town Warrant
- Approval of CCHS trip to Junior State of America Convention in Washington, DC
- Approval of CCHS exchange student from Germany
Council on Aging and Human Services
The Council on Aging will review various staff and monthly reports. The meeting includes a brief discussion regarding potential next steps for the Community Center.
- Staff reports from the Director, Social Worker, and Financials
- Friends' report
- Minuteman Senior Services update
- Discussion of Community Center next steps
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will review SharePoint document files and member action items. The meeting also includes discussions regarding report drafting and planning for the Town Meeting.
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Report drafting discussion
- Town Meeting planning
- Review of member action items
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will discuss the Board of Health spending cap and hold a vote on warrant articles. The committee will also review a budget letter for the warrant and prepare for an upcoming public hearing.
- Board of Health spending cap discussion
- Discussion and vote on warrant articles
- Review of budget letter for warrant
- Preparation for public hearing
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will hold a hearing regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Carlisle Public School playground. The proposal includes replacing the current playground with a similar style, an outdoor classroom, and a turf or grass field. The commission will also discuss repairs to the Gleason Library roof.
- Hearing 2022-01 for Carlisle Public School at 83 School Street
- Discussion regarding Gleason Library roof repair
- Approval of November 17, 2021 minutes
Historical Commission
The Carlisle Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness request. The Carlisle Playground Project Committee proposes replacing the current playground with a new one of similar style, an outdoor classroom, and a turf or grass field.
- Certificate of Appropriateness request for 83 School St.
- Proposal for a new playground, outdoor classroom, and turf or grass field
ARPA Committee
The committee will review and approve minutes from the previous meeting. Members will also discuss materials and discussion points intended for the March 22, 2022, Select Board meeting.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Review of materials for the March 22, 2022, Select Board meeting
Cultural Council
The Carlisle Cultural Council will discuss upcoming FY22 programming, including Old Home Day 2022 and Race Amity Day. The meeting also covers grant awards, ARPA grants, and council fundraising results.
- FY22 programming updates
- ARPA grants and fundraising results
- Castle Playground discussion
- Approval of February 17, 2021 minutes
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review minutes from several February and March meetings. The group also plans to approve the final form of Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals following an update from Town Counsel.
- Approval of minutes from February 14, 28, and March 4, 10, and 14, 2022
- Review of Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
Transfer Station Action Committee
The Transfer Station Action Committee will meet to elect officers and discuss its official charge. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a timeline and private haulers.
- Election of officers
- Discussion of committee charge
- Review of timeline
- Discussion of private haulers
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The agenda lists the Gleason Library renovation design as the sole topic. No specific proposals, contracts, or decisions are detailed in this notice.
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee is reviewing the Towle Field Mowing Protocol and updates regarding the Habitat/Pollinator Project. Agenda items also include proposed wildflower plantings at Bog & Greenough and a review of the Benfield Baseline Assessment.
- Towle Field Mowing Protocol
- Habitat/Pollinator Project updates
- Proposed Wildflower Plantings @ Bog & Greenough
- Review of Benfield Baseline Assessment
- Towle Stone Wall Clearing update
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will discuss grant applications for CPA and ARPA. The meeting also includes reviews of Rocky Point and Benfield, along with updates on the Master Plan and HPP.
- Grant application to CPA
- Grant applications to ARPA
- Review of Rocky Point and Benfield
- Update on HPP and Master Plan
- Trust membership and organization
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will receive an update from Town Counsel regarding warrant article and bylaw proposals. Members will also discuss drafting reports for proposed warrant articles. The meeting includes a period for general feedback from residents and officials.
- Town Counsel update on Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion of proposed Warrant Articles and report drafting
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Review of member action items
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will meet via Zoom to approve prior meeting minutes. The committee is scheduled to discuss the Select Board's approval process and reporting requirements. Members will also review funding requests to prepare recommendations for the Select Board.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Discussion of ARPA Select Board approval process and reporting requirements
- Review of funding requests and recommendations to the Select Board
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee will meet to review recent visits to police and fire stations. The meeting also includes a vote to approve minutes from meetings held in January and February 2022.
- Vote to approve minutes from January 31, February 14, and February 28, 2022
- Review of visits to Police and Fire Stations
Recreation Commission
The Carlisle Recreation Commission will review several recreational proposals and project updates. Discussion topics include a pickleball proposal, dog park design, and playground equipment relocation. The commission will also address summer staff pay scales and field maintenance contracts.
- Pickleball Proposal
- Castle Playground Project – Relocation of Equipment
- Banta Davis Softball Field Enhancements
- Summer Staff Pay Scale
- Dog Park Design/Process
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review feedback from Town Counsel regarding proposed warrant articles and bylaws. Members will also engage in discussion and report drafting for warrant articles.
- Approval of minutes from February 3, 2022, through March 7, 2022
- Town Counsel update on Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion and report drafting for Warrant Articles
- Review of member action items
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The agenda for this meeting is limited to a single item. The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees will enter into Executive Session to discuss a complaint against public officials by an employee.
- Executive Session to discuss a complaint against Public Officials by an employee
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will discuss maintenance updates for the library, police station, and Bog House. The agenda includes a review of a library roof study submittal and RTU order status. Members will also continue discussions regarding merging town and school facilities management.
- $11,370 surge protector for Library and Police Station
- 90% submittal from Gale for library roof study
- DPW trailer status including sprinklers and certificate of occupancy
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
- Discussion on merging Town and School facilities management
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will receive a report regarding discussions with the Select Board and Finance Committee about an assistant assessor position. The agenda also includes updates on the overlay account balance and property reclassification investigations.
- Report on assistant assessor position discussion
- Review of overlay account balance and refund rescission
- Update on property reclassification investigation
Board of Health
The Carlisle Board of Health will review a septic system upgrade at 147 Westford Street and a deed restriction request for 55 Lions Gate Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Benfield Farms air quality and the FY23 budget update.
- Septic system upgrade at 147 Westford Street
- Deed Restriction request for basement renovation at 55 Lions Gate Road
- Benfield Farms indoor air quality resident complaint
- FY23 Budget Update
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle School Committee will review multiple school policies and provide an update on the Castle Playground Project. The committee also plans to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Carlisle Teachers’ Association. Additionally, members will review recent payroll and accounts payable warrants.
- Approval of 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
- Castle Playground Project update
- Review of school policies including new nondiscrimination and educational equity policies
- Payroll Warrant 22PR17 ($410,299.85)
- Collective bargaining strategy discussion with Carlisle Teachers’ Association
Select Board
The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee regarding the FY23 budget. The board will also review progress on the search for an interim and permanent Town Administrator. Additionally, members will consider recommendations from Chief Sorrows regarding COVID testing and vote to close the 2022 Annual Town Meeting warrant.
- FY23 Budget discussion with Finance Committee
- Vote to close 2022 Annual Town Meeting warrant
- Review of cemetery fees
- Appointment of Interim Town Administrator
- Recommendation from Chief Sorrows regarding continued COVID testing
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee will vote on the Superintendent’s recommended FY23 budget for Concord Public Schools. The meeting also includes votes on appointing an Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations and approving athletic concussion regulations. Discussions are scheduled regarding COVID-19 updates, DEI initiatives, and the Concord Middle School project.
- Vote to approve appointment of Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations
- Vote to approve CPS FY23 Recommended Budget
- Vote to approve Athletic Concussion Regulations policy (JJIF-R)
- Vote to appoint CCACE Advisory Committee members
- Vote to accept donation from Concord Children’s Center
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Public Library Trustees will review the February minutes and a director's report. The meeting also includes an update on a fundraiser and a study regarding cost estimates for a renovation sprinkler system.
- Renovation sprinkler system cost estimate study
- Fundraiser update
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will receive an update from Town Counsel regarding warrant article and bylaw proposals. Members will also discuss drafting reports for proposed warrant articles. The meeting includes a session for general feedback from residents, officials, and employees.
- Town Counsel update on warrant article and bylaw proposals
- Discussion of proposed warrant articles and report drafting
- Review of member action items
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review and vote on the FY23 operating budget. The meeting also includes liaison/budget updates and a discussion regarding the FY24 recommendation.
- Vote on FY23 Operating Budget
- FY24 Recommendation discussion
- Liaison/Budget updates
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two applications at this meeting. The board will review a request for a shed variance at 43 Prospect Street and a special permit for a landscape business at 303 Brook Street.
- Variance request to build a shed 22 feet from the lot line at 43 Prospect Street
- Special Permit request for continued operation of a landscape business at 303 Brook Street
ARPA Committee
The ARPA Committee will review prior meeting minutes and meet with the Municipal Facilities Committee. The committee is also scheduled to review funding requests for recommendations to the Select Board.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- Meeting with Municipal Facilities Committee
- Funding request review and recommendations to Select Board
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The working group will discuss objectives for the Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan. The agenda includes reviewing Phragmites management, beaver control procedures, and water lily control. The group will also address CPA applications for Dam #1 and the Cranberry Bog House fire protection system.
- Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan objectives
- Phragmites Management NOI
- Cranberry Bog Dam #1 CPA application and NOI
- Beaver Control procedures for Cranberry Bog #1
- Cranberry Bog House fire protection system CPA application
Town Governance Task Force
The committee will discuss feedback from Town Counsel regarding proposed warrant articles and bylaws. Members will also work on drafting reports for these proposals. The meeting includes administrative tasks such as approving minutes from January and February 2022.
- Review of Town Counsel feedback on Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion and report drafting for proposed Warrant Articles
- Approval of minutes from Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 14, Feb 22, Feb 24, and Feb 28, 2022
Trails Committee
The Carlisle Trails Committee will review February minutes and approve bills. The meeting includes discussions regarding 2022 goals for conservation land activities and trail infrastructure maintenance.
- Woodward Village and Tupelo Trail conservation goals
- Boardwalk repairs and bench installation planning
- Renegotiation of the Trail Agreement with USFWS
- New trails at Cranberry Bog
- Review of Tree, Boardwalk, and Mowing Report Log
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will consider multiple Notices of Intent involving residential construction, driveway installations, and tree removals near wetlands. The agenda also includes discussions on beaver control at Cranberry Bog Dam #1 and the review of homeowner tree removal guidelines.
- Notice of Intent for single-family home construction at 0 South St
- Notice of Intent for sewage disposal system repair at 147 Westford Street
- Notice of Intent for driveway and culvert replacement off South Street
- Discussion regarding beaver control on Cranberry Bog Dam #1
- Review of tree removal guidelines for homeowners
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Vanessa Moroney. The proposal includes a garage extension, walkway with retaining wall, and deck replacement at 142 Bedford Rd. All work is located within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
- Notice of Intent for construction at 142 Bedford Rd.
- Proposed garage extension and walkway with retaining wall
- Replacement of rear deck and front retaining wall
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Sally and Dave Sutherland. The proposal involves repairing an on-site sewage disposal system near a bordering vegetated wetland. This meeting will be held virtually.
- Public hearing for sewage disposal system repairs at 147 Westford St
- Proposed work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Homer T Ash and Kathleen DeVivo-Ash. The filing proposes removing diseased or hazardous trees near a dwelling. One tree is located in a Bordering Vegetated Wetland, with the others in the 100-foot Buffer Zone.
- Tree removal at 163 Nowell Farm Map 1 Parcel 51 Lot 8K
- Public hearing on Notice of Intent for tree removal
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent for 19 Estabrook. The proposal includes removing an existing dwelling and constructing a tennis court, retaining wall, and walkway. This work would occur within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
- Public hearing for removal of dwelling and construction of tennis court, wall, and walkway at 19 Estabrook
- Notice of Intent filed by Heather Sheehan and Adams & Beasley Associates
- Proposed work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland
Gleason Public Library Trustees
Architects from Schwartz/Silver will review the Gleason Library Renovation Design Project plan. The meeting is intended to gather input from townspeople regarding the library's interior space.
- Review of renovation design project plan by Schwartz/Silver architects
- Collection of public input on library interior space
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will receive updates on a senior tax deferment presentation. The board will also review investigations into open permits and property reclassifications.
- Report on senior tax deferment presentation to Select Board
- Investigation into open permits for assessment
- Investigation regarding required property reclassifications
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committees DEI Subcommittee will meet to receive updates on school committee training and the DEI Director. The agenda also includes a presentation and an anti-racism activity and discussion.
- School Committee Training update
- DEI Director Update
- Anti Racism Activity and Discussion
- Approval of February minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Special Education Subcommittee meeting consists of procedural reviews and follow-up discussions. The committee will review minutes from December 2021 and January 2022 and discuss previous special education presentations.
- Approval of December 6, 2021, and January 20, 2022, meeting minutes
- Follow-up on special education presentations
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will review feedback from Town Counsel regarding warrant article and bylaw proposals. Members will also discuss drafting reports for proposed warrant articles.
- Feedback on Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion of Proposed Warrant Articles and report drafting
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review minutes from the prior meeting and discuss FY23 budget updates. The committee will also address items regarding the Board of Assessors and potential Town Meeting warrant articles.
- FY23 budget updates
- Potential Town Meeting warrant articles
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
ARPA Committee
The ARPA Committee will review prior meeting minutes and meet with the Council on Aging. The committee is also scheduled to conduct a review of funding requests.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- Meeting with Council on Aging
- Funding request review
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee will hold a joint meeting at the Carlisle Fire Station. The agenda consists only of a tour of the fire department with Chief Sorrows.
- Tour of Carlisle Fire Department with Chief Sorrows
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will receive updates regarding a presentation to the Select Board on senior tax deferment. The board will also hear reports on investigations into open permits for assessment and required property reclassifications.
- Report on senior tax deferment presentation to Select Board
- Investigation into open permits to be assessed
- Investigation regarding required property reclassification
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will meet to deliberate and vote on the hiring of an interim Town Administrator. The meeting includes a scheduled adjournment at 4:00 p.m.
- Vote on hiring interim Town Administrator
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review feedback from Town Counsel regarding proposed Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals. The group also plans to discuss and draft reports for these articles.
- Review of Town Counsel feedback on Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion and report drafting for proposed Warrant Articles
- Approval of minutes from meetings held between January 27 and February 22, 2022
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will conduct interviews for the position of Interim Town Administrator. This is the only item listed on the agenda.
- Interviews for Interim Town Administrator
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will discuss the library's 90% roof study submittal from Gale and RTU status. The committee will also discuss merging Town and School facilities management and Bog House maintenance.
- Library roof study 90% submittal from Gale
- Status of Library RTU order and controller
- DPW trailer status regarding sprinklers and occupancy
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
- Merging Town and School facilities management
Regional Meetings
This meeting consists of procedural items and routine monthly reports. The board will review minutes from the January 27, 2022, meeting and receive updates from agency directors.
- Acceptance of minutes from the January 27, 2022 meeting
- Review of warrant invoices
- Administrator's Report
- Finance Director's Monthly Report
- Facility Director's Monthly Report
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss the community's COVID-19 status and mask mandate. The board will also consider a local waiver for a septic system upgrade at 147 Westford Street. Discussion items include the FY23 budget update and administrative reports.
- COVID-19 mask mandate discussion
- Septic system upgrade waiver for 147 Westford Street
- FY23 budget update
- PFA status report
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review feedback from Town Counsel regarding proposed Warrant Articles and Bylaws. Members will also discuss drafting reports for these articles and update their action item tracker.
- Town Counsel feedback on Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion and report drafting for proposed Warrant Articles
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Update to member action item tracker
Council on Aging and Human Services
The agenda consists of routine monthly reports and staff updates. No specific decisions or new business items are detailed beyond these standard reports.
- Director’s Report
- Social Worker’s Report
- Financials
- Minuteman Senior Services Update
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The committee will review minutes from the January 25 meeting and discuss several conservation restriction updates. This includes reviewing an inspection report for 80 Russell St. and checking violation status for Elliott Preserve. The committee also plans to prepare its contribution to the Annual Town Report due February 25.
- CR#32 (80 Russell St.) inspection report review
- CR#65 (Elliott Preserve) violation status and inspection discussion
- CR#70 (542 School St.) status update
- Rescheduling CR#54 (Poole) inspection
- Annual Town Report contribution due Feb. 25
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review discussions with the COA regarding senior tax deferment. The meeting also includes reports on unassessed building permits and staff cost recovery analysis.
- Report on discussion with COA regarding senior tax deferment
- Review of statistical sampling on open unassessed building permits
- Analysis on cost recovery for assistant assessor position
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The committee will welcome new advisory candidates and approve January 2022 minutes. Members will also review FY22 registration and budget figures alongside spring program updates. Discussions include ELL planning and "Can We Talk" topics regarding the court system and immigration.
- Welcoming advisory committee candidates Zlata Gvozdenov, Kim Kossman, and Steve Rezneck
- Reviewing FY22 registration and budget numbers
- Planning for spring programs and ELL instruction
- Discussing "Can We Talk" program topics regarding the court system and immigration
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will review feedback from Town Counsel regarding proposed Warrant Articles and Bylaws. Members will also discuss drafting reports for these proposals and review recent action items.
- Approval of minutes from January 10, 2022, to February 14, 2022
- Review of Town Counsel feedback on Warrant Article and Bylaw proposals
- Discussion of proposed Warrant Articles and report drafting
Cultural Council
The council will discuss FY22 programming, including Old Home Day 2022 and public art projects. The meeting also includes updates on ARPA grants and council fundraising results.
- FY22 programming including Old Home Day 2022, music events, and the Country Fair
- Discussion of ARPA grants and council fundraising results
- Updates on the Poppy project and public art
- Castle Playground discussion
Board of Health
The Board of Health scheduled a special meeting for February 17, 2022. The agenda includes a motion to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Benfield Farms Septic System Upgrade.
- Motion to convene an executive session regarding Benfield Farms Septic System Upgrade litigation strategy
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Special Education Parent Advisory Committee will review December meeting minutes and receive an update from the Student Support Services Director. The committee will also discuss feedback regarding literacy presentations and a scheduled presentation by Dr. Moldover on April 14.
- Approval of December meeting minutes
- Student Support Services Director update
- Feedback on Basic Rights and literacy presentations
- Information regarding Dr. Moldover's presentation on April 14
- Updates on committee publicity, social media, and newsletters
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle School Committee will discuss the district's face covering policy. The committee also plans to discuss the upcoming Spring 2022 Community Forum on Education. No specific action items are detailed in this agenda.
- Face Covering Policy discussion
- Spring 2022 Community Forum on Education discussion
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from the February 9, 2022 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to review File KF-R regarding Community Use Regulations and Fees.
- Review of File KF-R – Community Use Regulations and Fees
- Approval of February 9, 2022, minutes
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Gleason Library Trustees will discuss updates to the mask policy and the Library of Things policy. The board will also review the renovation project scope in relation to sprinkler system requirements.
- Mask policy review
- Library of Things policy review
- Renovation project scope review regarding sprinkler system requirements
- Library taxes preparation
- Fundraiser update
Master Plan Steering Committee
The committee will meet to approve meeting minutes and review sections of the final report. The agenda also includes a public comment period and discussion regarding next steps.
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Review of final report sections
- Public comment period and next steps
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will meet to review the police and assessors budgets. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Ripley Building and the use of free cash.
- Police Budget
- Assessors Budget
- Use of Free Cash
- Ripley Building
Historical Commission
The Carlisle Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application from the Carlisle Playground Project Committee. The committee is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the current playground at 83 School St. with a new playground of a similar style, an outdoor classroom, and a turf or grass field.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 83 School St.
- Replacement of existing playground with a similar style
- Proposed addition of an outdoor classroom
- Proposed addition of a turf or grass field
Land Stewardship Committee
The committee will discuss the Habitat/Pollinator Project and proposed wildflower plantings at Bog & Greenough. Members will also review recent meeting minutes and draft the 2021 annual report.
- Proposed wildflower plantings at Bog & Greenough
- Habitat/Pollinator Project development
- Review of Towle Field mowing protocol
- Draft of 2021 annual report
- Update on Baseline Assessments
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees will hold a public hearing and vote on School Choice for the 2022-2023 school year. The committees will also consider rescinding the face mask policy and approving the 2022-2023 school calendar. Discussion items include the Assistant Superintendent search and the Concord Middle School Building Project.
- Vote on School Choice for the 2022-2023 school year
- Vote to rescind Face Mask Policy
- Vote to approve 2022-2023 School Calendar
- Discussion of FY23 Budget and Concord Middle School Building Project
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining with CCHS tutors and bus drivers unions
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will discuss proposed warrant articles and work on drafting reports. The meeting also includes a review of SharePoint document files and an update on member action items.
- Discussion of proposed warrant articles
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Update on member action item tracker
ARPA Committee
The ARPA Committee will review funding requests and hold a debrief regarding the February 8th joint meeting with the Select Board. The committee will also review and approve prior meeting minutes.
- Review of funding requests
- Debrief of Feb 8th joint meeting with Select Board
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding a joint meeting. The scheduled agenda is limited to a tour of the Carlisle Police Department with Chief Fisher.
- Tour of the Carlisle Police Department with Chief Fisher
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review minutes from several meetings held in January and February 2022. The agenda also includes discussions regarding SharePoint files, process integrity, and proposed warrant articles.
- Approval of meeting minutes from Jan 10 to Feb 7, 2022
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Discussion on process integrity
- Discussion of proposed warrant articles
- Review of member action items
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will discuss the financial impact of hiring an assistant assessor. The board will also review reports from FinCom and Select Board liaisons and discuss potential GIS mapping solutions.
- Financial impact of hiring an assistant assessor
- GIS mapping solutions
- Reports from FinCom and Select Board liaisons
Conservation Commission
The Cranberry Bog Working Group has filed a Notice of Intent for ecological restoration. The proposal involves herbicide treatment of three patches of Phragmites australis in a bordering vegetated wetland.
- Herbicide treatment of 3 patches of Phragmites australis
- Ecological restoration of approximately 15,465 sf of bordering vegetated wetland
- Public hearing for property at 750 Curve Street (Map 30 Parcel 2 Lot 0)
Conservation Commission
The Commission will hear a continued Notice of Intent regarding home construction and wetland crossings at 0 South St. They will also review an ecological restoration plan for 750 Curve Street using herbicide treatment. Additionally, the meeting includes an annual review of Community Garden Rules.
- Notice of Intent: Single-family home construction with wetland crossings at 0 South St
- Notice of Intent: Ecological restoration via herbicide treatment at 750 Curve Street
- Annual review of Community Garden Rules
- Discussion regarding beaver control on Cranberry Bog Dam #1
- Review of tree removal guidelines for homeowners
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee will discuss a library roof study submittal from Gale and RTU order status. The committee will also address DPW trailer status and Bog House fire alarm maintenance. Discussions include the potential merging of Town and School facilities management.
- Library roof study 50% submittal from Gale
- Status of library RTU order and controller
- DPW trailer occupancy and sprinkler status
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
- Merging Town and School facilities management
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will discuss police staffing and the Ripley Building. The meeting also includes a review of revised FY23 budget figures and FY24 guidance.
- Police staffing discussion
- Ripley Building discussion
- Revised FY23 Budget & FY24 Guidance
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss the community's COVID-19 status and potential mask mandates. The meeting includes a report on an indoor air quality complaint at Benfield Farms. Members will also receive updates regarding ARPA requests and PFA status.
- COVID-19 mask mandate discussion
- Benfield Farms indoor air quality complaint
- Benfield Farms FAST Start-Up report
- ARPA requests update
- PFA status update
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle Public Schools’ Advisory Council will discuss updates regarding the Castle 2.0 playground project. Dr. Mehler will present an update on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. The meeting also includes a math update and continued discussion on communication topics.
- Castle 2.0 playground update
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion presentation by Dr. Mehler
- Math update
- Communication topic discussion
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will discuss updates regarding student mental health, special education, and a pilot math program at the elementary school. Members will also review the 2022-2023 school calendar and the Castle Playground Project. Financial warrants for payroll and accounts payable are also on the agenda.
- Elementary School Pilot Math Program presentation
- Castle Playground Project update
- Payroll Warrant 22PR15 ($401,855.32)
- Accounts Payable Warrant 22SE15 ($153,517.66)
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Policy Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to review policy File KF-R regarding Community Use Regulations and Fees. The committee also plans to vote on approving minutes from the January 27, 2022, meeting.
- Review of File KF-R – Community Use Regulations and Fees
- Approval of minutes from January 27, 2022
ARPA Committee
The ARPA Committee and Select Board will meet via Zoom to discuss the ARPA funding process. The meeting includes a review of criteria for prioritizing fund allocation.
- Update on ARPA funding process
- Review of funding prioritization criteria
Select Board
The Select Board meeting includes the creation of a Transfer Station Action Committee and discussion of ARPA project evaluation criteria. The agenda also features updates regarding Center Park and the Town Administrator search process.
- Creation of Transfer Station Action Committee
- Discussion of ARPA project evaluation criteria
- Community Paradigm – Discussion of TA Search process
- Update regarding Center Park
- Carlisle Governance Task Force presentation
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss proposed warrant articles and review SharePoint document files. Members will also review updates to the action item tracker.
- Discussion of proposed warrant articles
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Update on member action items
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The subcommittee will review the Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan and various Notices of Intent. The agenda includes discussions on water lily control, beaver control updates, and ditch clearing. Members will also discuss a warrant article for FY 22/23.
- Review of January 10, 2022 minutes
- Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan
- Phragmites Management NOI and Dam #1 NOI with CPA application
- Control of native water lilies (Nymphaea odorata)
- Beaver control update for Cranberry Bog #1
Trails Committee
The committee is reviewing January meeting minutes and approving bills. Members will also discuss 2022 conservation land activities, infrastructure repairs, and the Master Plan draft report.
- 2022 conservation goals for Woodward Village, Tupelo Trail, and Davis Trail
- Renegotiation of Trail Agreement with USFWS
- Review of Master Plan draft report
- Trail signage comparison with TTOR
- Review of Tree/Boardwalk/Mowing Report Log
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will discuss proposed warrant articles and seek input from Town Counsel regarding these items. The group will also approve several sets of meeting minutes from January 2022.
- Approval of January 2022 meeting minutes
- Discussion of proposed warrant articles
- Consultation with Town Counsel regarding warrant articles
- Review of member action items
Transfer Station Task Force
The Transfer Station Task Force is meeting to approve previous minutes and plan an upcoming public presentation. The agenda also includes a period for public comments.
- Vote to approve minutes
- Plan public presentation
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review various school district policies for the 2021-2022 school year. This includes reviewing new drafts regarding nondiscrimination, religious accommodations, educational equity, and Energy Star compliance. The meeting also includes the review and approval of minutes from January 19, 2021.
- Review/approval of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
- New Nondiscrimination policy draft
- New Accommodations for Religious and Cultural Observances policy draft
- New Educational Equity policy draft
- New Energy Star Compliance policy draft
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committees DEI Subcommittee will review December and January minutes and receive Massachusetts state updates. The agenda also includes a school committee training update, a DEI Director update, and discussion regarding anti-racism activity.
- Approval of December and January minutes
- MASS/State updates
- School Committee Training update
- DEI Director Update
- Anti Racism Activity and Discussion
Select Board
The Select Board will hold a regular session and a joint meeting with the Planning Board. This joint meeting focuses on Master Plan recommendations. An executive session is also scheduled regarding collective bargaining strategy.
- Joint Meeting of Select Board/Planning Board re: Master Plan recommendations
- Executive Session – Collective Bargaining strategy (CTA)
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Joint School Committee will discuss the FY23 budget, COVID updates, and the Assistant Superintendent search process. Action items include votes on school committee policies regarding facility and community use, as well as the use of stabilization funds.
- Vote to approve FY23 CCRSD Budget
- Vote on School Committee Policies (File KF and KF-R)
- Vote on use of Stabilization Funds
- Discussion of Ripley capital improvements cost sharing
- Discussion of Concord Middle School Building Project
Regional Meetings
The committee will discuss legislative priorities including Protected at Work legislation and S1036. Members will also review the Friends Campaign status and Career Research Study. The meeting includes updates on budget and personnel matters.
- "Protected at Work" legislation
- S1036-Protection & Equitable Access to Capital
- Friends Campaign status and strategy
- Career Research Study
- Commissioner review criteria and budget
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will discuss proposed warrant articles and receive an update regarding Town Counsel. The meeting also includes a review of SharePoint document files and member action items.
- Discussion of proposed warrant articles
- Update on Town Counsel annual report and attendance
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Review of member action items
ARPA Committee
The committee will review prior meeting minutes and discuss SLFRF reporting requirements and resource support. The agenda also includes discussing funding prioritization criteria and ARPA funding requests.
- Review and approval of prior meeting minutes
- SLFRF reporting requirements and resource support
- Funding prioritization criteria
- Member updates and ARPA funding requests
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss master planning and research data. The committee also plans to vote on approving minutes from the January 18, 2022, meeting.
- Vote to approve January 18, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding master planning with John Ballantine
- Review of research and data
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will conduct an orientation for new principal assessor Brian MacDonald. The board will also discuss imminent department needs and the hiring process for an assistant position.
- Orientation for new principal assessor, Brian MacDonald
- Discussion of imminent department needs
- Discussion of hiring process for an assistant position
- Approval of minutes
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will discuss proposed warrant articles and receive an update regarding the Town Counsel's annual report and meeting attendance. The meeting also includes a review of SharePoint document files and member action items.
- Discussion of proposed warrant articles
- Update on Town Counsel annual report and meeting attendance
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Review of member action items
Conservation Commission
The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Chris Buono South Street Carlisle, LLC. The proposal includes constructing a single-family home, a water supply well, and a driveway with wetland crossings. This work involves activity within the Bordering Vegetated Wetland and 100-foot Buffer Zone.
- Public hearing for construction at 0 South St (Map 5 Parcels 54 & 56)
- Proposed driveway with wetland crossings
- Tree removal, grading, and water well installation
Conservation Commission
The commission will review permit applications for residential construction and landscape work. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Carlisle Master Plan and Towle mowing protocols. Additionally, members will address beaver control at Cranberry Bog Dam #1.
- Single-family home construction and wetland crossings at 0 South Street
- Driveway and culvert replacement off South Street
- Landscape improvements at 101 Arrowhead Lane
- Towle mowing protocols report
- Beaver control for Cranberry Bog Dam #1
Land Stewardship Committee
The Land Stewardship Committee and Conservation Commission will hold a joint meeting. The discussion will focus on a proposed mowing protocol for Towle Field.
- Proposed mowing protocol for Towle Field
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review several district policies during this meeting. The agenda includes updates to facility use, community use fees, and athletic concussion regulations.
- Review of Facility Use Policy (File KF)
- Review of Community Use Regulations and Fees (File KF-R)
- Review of Athletic Concussion Policy and regulations (File JJIF/JJIF-R)
- Vote to approve minutes from January 13, 2022
Regional Meetings
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board meeting consists of procedural items and monthly reports. The board will review director updates and the acceptance of December 2, 2021, meeting minutes.
- Acceptance of December 2, 2021, meeting minutes
- Review of warrant and invoices
- Administrator’s Report
- Finance Director’s Monthly Report
- Facility Director’s Monthly Report
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will review the search for an administrative assistant. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Master Plan and updates to rules and regulations.
- Review of administrative assistant search
- Discussion of Master Plan
- Update of rules and regulations
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will discuss ARPA funding criteria and receive a support update from Powers & Sullivan. The committee will also vote to approve prior meeting minutes.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- ARPA support update and discussion with Powers & Sullivan
- Discussion regarding ARPA Funding Criteria
Municipal Facilities Committee
The Municipal Facilities Committee is reviewing library roof study submittals and equipment status. The meeting includes discussions on DPW trailer occupancy and police station accessibility. Members are also continuing talks about merging Town and School facilities management.
- Library roof study 50% submittal from Gale
- DPW trailer sprinklers and certificate of occupancy
- Police Station handicap lift
- Bog House fire alarm system maintenance
- Merging Town and School facilities management
Select Board
The Select Board will review proposed Annual Town Meeting warrant articles and discuss police staffing updates. The board will also consider moving the pickleball project to a Fall Special Town Meeting and vote on a Transfer Station Task Force proposal.
- Consideration of moving the pickleball project to a Fall Special Town Meeting
- Vote on Transfer Station Task Force proposal
- Update regarding police staffing and hiring an additional officer
- Appointment of Principal Assessor
- Review of proposed Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
Council on Aging and Human Services
The Carlisle Council on Aging is meeting to review staff reports and monthly updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding warrant articles, a name change, and pickleball.
- Warrant Articles
- Senior Tax Deferral Program
- FLOW update
- Pickleball
- Name change
Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing the current status of multiple conservation restrictions, including inspection follow-ups and violation reports. Members will also select upcoming inspections and prepare a contribution for the Annual Town Report.
- Inspection follow-up for CR#32 (80 Russell St.)
- Violation status update for CR#65 (Elliott Preserve)
- Status update for CR#70 (542 School St.)
- Rescheduling the CR#54 (Poole) inspection
- Review of Master Plan table
Town Governance Task Force
The Task Force will review third round interview updates and hold a working session regarding recommendation topics. Members will also vote on the number of warrant articles to submit to the Town Administrator.
- Third Round Interview Updates/Read Outs
- Vote on topics and number of Warrant Articles for the Town Administrator
- Review of member action items
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review capital warrant articles from the CCRSD. The committee will also examine a financial model presented by the Master Plan Committee.
- Capital Warrant Articles from CCRSD
- Financial Model from Master Plan Committee
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will discuss ARPA funding criteria and receive a support update from Powers & Sullivan. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- ARPA support update and discussion with Powers & Sullivan
- Discussion regarding ARPA funding criteria
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss community COVID-19 status and revised guidance. The meeting also includes discussions regarding water supplies for Clark Farm Stand and Fern’s Country Store.
- COVID-19 community status and guidance discussion
- Clark Farm Stand water supply question
- Fern’s Country Store well update
- PFA status report
Master Plan Steering Committee
The Master Plan Steering Committee will review a draft document during this meeting. The committee is also preparing for upcoming presentations to the Planning Board and Select Board.
- Review of Draft Document
- Preparation for Planning Board and Select Board Presentation
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will review the agenda and discuss SharePoint document files. The meeting includes updates from third round interviews and a working session regarding recommendation topics.
- Third round interview updates
- Recommendation topics working session
- Review of action items
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
Cultural Council
The council will review FY22 programming, including Old Home Day 2022 and the Poppy project. Updates on ARPA grants and fundraising results are also scheduled for discussion. The meeting includes an introduction of prospective member Emily Stewart.
- FY22 programming (Old Home Day 2022, Poppy project)
- ARPA grants update
- Community Center and Pickle Ball proposals
- Carlisle Master Plan Recommendations Table
Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education Committee
The committee will review December 2021 minutes and discuss FY22 registration and budget figures. The agenda also includes spring program planning, ELL initiatives, and discussions regarding committee candidates.
- FY22 registration and budget numbers
- Spring program updates and planning
- ELL planning
- Advisory Committee candidate discussion
- "Can We Talk" planning
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Special Education Subcommittee and Special Education Parent Advisory Committee will meet to discuss student performance assessments. The agenda includes a presentation on universal screeners and interventions, as well as how district literacy approaches align with state dyslexia guidelines.
- Presentation on assessment tools and student performance
- Review of CPS literacy alignment with state dyslexia guidelines
- Update on DESE dyslexia guidelines and recommendations
Gleason Public Library Trustees
The Trustees will review plans for library reopening and receive updates on a local private foundation donation proposal. The meeting also includes discussions regarding maternity leave plans and a stipend proposal for an acting director.
- Library reopening review
- Private foundation donation proposal updates
- Proposal for acting director stipend
- Fundraiser update
- Annual report to the town
Town Governance Task Force
The task force will continue third round interview updates and hold a working session regarding recommendation topics. The meeting also includes a discussion of SharePoint document files and a review of member action items.
- Third round interview updates/read outs
- Recommendation topics working session
- Review of action items for members
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will discuss ARPA support from Powers & Sullivan and review member updates regarding ARPA funding request submissions. The committee also plans to approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Discussion of Powers & Sullivan ARPA support
- Discussion of ARPA funding request submissions
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The School Committee Policy Subcommittee will discuss DEICAC policy recommendations. The meeting also includes a scheduled review of various district policies, including those regarding student rights, staff evaluations, and school operations.
- Discussion of DEICAC Policy Recommendations
- Review of policies for background checks and equal opportunity employment
- Review of student conduct policies including drug and alcohol use and field trips
- Review of operational policies such as emergency closings and school bus safety
Finance Committee
The Carlisle Finance Committee will review minutes from prior meetings. The agenda includes discussions regarding police staffing and updates on ARPA.
- Review and approval of minutes from prior meetings
- Police staffing discussion with Victor Liang
- ARPA update with Scott Triola
- Other liaison updates
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The joint School Committee meeting includes discussions and votes regarding the FY23 budgets for both CCRSD and CPS. The committee will also consider updates to facility use and community use regulations.
- Vote to approve FY23 CCRSD Budget
- Vote to approve FY23 CPS Budget
- Vote to approve KF Facility Use Policy and KF-R Community Use Regulations and Fees
- Vote to approve CCRSD Capital Article
- Discussion of Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations search
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes discussing the task force's charge and its timeline. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from January 10, 2022.
- Vote to approve January 10, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion of task force charge
- Discussion of task force timeline
Recreation Commission
The Carlisle Recreation Commission will review repair quotes for the tennis courts. The commission will also receive updates on the Castle Playground and Banta Davis Softball Field renovations. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions regarding a dog park and a pickleball/community center proposal.
- Reviewing quotes for tennis court repairs
- Update on Castle Playground
- Update on Banta Davis Softball Field Renovations
- Pickleball/Community Center Proposal
- Dog Park discussion
Affordable Housing Trust
The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust meeting includes anticipated discussions regarding grant applications to CPA and ARPA. The agenda also covers reviews of Rocky Point and Benfield, as well as updates on HPP and legal counsel.
- Grant application to CPA
- Grant applications to ARPA
- Review Rocky Point
- Review Benfield
- Update on Atty Kathleen O'Donnell
Town Governance Task Force
The Town Governance Task Force will continue reviewing third round interview updates. The meeting includes a working session on recommendation topics and an update on member action items.
- Third round interview updates/read outs
- Working session for recommendation topics
- Review of SharePoint document files
- Update on task force action items
Conservation Commission
The commission will hold continued hearings regarding landscape work at 101 Arrowhead Lane and a new driveway off South Street. The agenda also includes discussions on beaver control for Cranberry Bog Dam #1 and an ARPA funds request for conservation land signs.
- Landscape improvements at 101 Arrowhead Lane
- Driveway construction and culvert replacement off South Street
- ARPA funds request for conservation land signs
- Beaver control on Cranberry Bog Dam #1
- Tree removal restoration at 136 Hartwell Rd.
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to review several school district policies. These reviews include regulations for athletic concussions, student discipline, and student welfare. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from the January 6, 2022 meeting.
- Review of Athletic Concussion regulations (File JJIF-R)
- Review of Student Publications policy (File JICE)
- Review of Student Complaints and Grievances policy (File JII)
- Review of Student Discipline policy (File JK)
- Review of Student Welfare policy (File JL)
Municipal Facilities Committee
The committee will continue discussions regarding merging Town and School facilities management. The agenda also includes reviewing the library roof study submittal and RTU information from Guardian. Additionally, members will discuss DPW trailer status and Bog House maintenance issues.
- Library roof study 50% submittal from Gale
- RTU information from Guardian for the library
- DPW trailer status regarding sprinklers and occupancy
- Bog House maintenance issues
- Merging Town and School facilities management
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review COVID-19 community status, mask mandates, and ARPA funding. The meeting includes a discussion on the final draft of FAST permit conditions for the Benfield Farms septic upgrade. Additionally, members will address FY23 budget preparation and a well update for Fern's Country Store.
- COVID-19 community status and mask mandate updates
- Final draft of FAST permit conditions for Benfield Farms septic upgrade
- FY23 budget preparation
- Well update for Fern's Country Store
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Advisory Council will discuss how COVID-19 is influencing education reform and ways to address classroom aggression. The meeting also includes a playground update and a presentation by Moskiddo.
- Playground update
- Presentation – Moskiddo
- Discussion on COVID-19 education reform
- Discussion on classroom aggression interventions
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Carlisle School Committee will discuss updates regarding COVID-19, student mental health, and the school master plan. The agenda also includes reviews of several payroll and accounts payable warrants. A vote is scheduled for the Castle Playground Project.
- Vote on Castle Playground Project
- Payroll Warrant 22PR12 ($394,747.03)
- Payroll Warrant 22PR13 ($400,094.66)
- Payroll Warrant 22PR14 ($371,206.31)
- Accounts Payable Warrant 22SE12 ($73,513.98)
Select Board
The Carlisle Select Board will discuss police staffing with Chief Fisher and review a recommendation regarding the FY23 non-union COLA. The meeting also includes updates on the Senior Tax Deferral Program and a presentation from the Transfer Station Task Force.
- Discussion regarding police staffing
- Recommendation for FY23 Non-union COLA
- Public comment on pickleball proposal
- Update on Senior Tax Deferral Program
- Presentation from Transfer Station Task Force
Land Stewardship Committee
The Land Stewardship Committee is reviewing recommendations for the Carlisle Master Plan and discussing new conservation initiatives. The agenda includes updates on the Habitat/Pollinators Project and proposed wildflower plantings at Bog and Greenough.
- Vote on a project title for the Habitat/Pollinators Project
- Discussion of a mission statement for the Habitat/Pollinators Project
- Proposed wildflower plantings at Bog and Greenough
- Review of Carlisle Master Plan recommendations
- Update on Towle Stone Wall Clearing
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The committee will hold public hearings for the FY23 budgets of Concord Public Schools and the Concord-Carlisle Regional School District. Action items include votes on the FY23 budget, the FY23 capital plan, and two donations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding COVID updates and school facility use policies.
- Public hearing for CPS FY23 Budget
- Public hearing for CCRSD FY23 Budget
- Vote to approve FY23 Capital Plan
- Vote to accept donation from Lueders Environmental, Inc.
- Vote to accept CEF donation to the Sharon Young Scholarship Fund
Town Governance Task Force
The task force will provide updates and read outs regarding third round interviews. Members will also review action items and approve minutes from several previous meetings.
- Third round interview updates and read outs
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 2021 through January 2022
- Review of member action items and tracker update
- Discussion regarding SharePoint document files
ARPA Committee
The Carlisle ARPA Committee will meet via Zoom to approve prior meeting minutes. The committee will also conduct an initial review of ARPA funding request submissions.
- Initial review of ARPA funding request submissions
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
This is an initial organization meeting for the Public Safety Facilities Task Force and the Municipal Facilities Committee. The agenda consists of procedural items including reviewing the task force charge and discussing a future meeting schedule.
- Review of task force charge
- Discussion of meeting schedule
Cranberry Bog Working Group
The Cranberry Bog Working Group will review the Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan. The meeting includes discussions on Phragmites management, Dam #1, and native water lily control. Members will also address beaver control and ditch clearing.
- Cranberry Bog Restoration and Management plan
- Phragmites Management NOI
- Cranberry Bog Dam #1 NOI
- Control of native water lilies (Nymphaea odorata)
- Beaver Control on Cranberry Bog #1
Affordable Housing Trust
This is a joint meeting with the Carlisle Planning Board. The agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific topics for discussion or decision.
Trails Committee
The committee will approve December meeting minutes and outstanding bills. Members will review 2021 conservation land activities, trail infrastructure, and various easement updates. The committee also intends to establish goals for the 2022 season.
- Review of Woodward Village trails and USFWS agreement renegotiation
- Infrastructure projects including boardwalk repair and bench installation
- Discussion of trail issues at Woodhaven Farm and Cranberry Bog
- Review of tree, boardwalk, and mowing report logs
- Planning for a moonlight walk in mid-January
Town Governance Task Force
The task force will review the agenda and discuss SharePoint document files. The meeting also includes updates on third round interviews and a review of member action items.
- Third round interview updates and read out
- Discussion of SharePoint document files
- Review of member action item tracker
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Policy Subcommittee will review several district policies, including facility fees and a sustainable fleet policy. The meeting also includes reviews of various student regulations regarding discipline, welfare, and athletic concussion protocols.
- Review of Facility Fees and Acton Boxborough use of school facilities
- Discussion of Sustainable Fleet Policy
- Review of Athletic Concussion regulations
- Review of student publications, complaints, and grievance policies
- Approval of December 8, 2021 minutes
Master Plan Steering Committee
The Master Plan Steering Committee will review an overview of the draft plan. The committee will also discuss planning a joint presentation to the Select Board and Planning Board.
- Overview of Draft Plan
- Planning for Joint Presentation to Select Board/Planning Board
Transfer Station Task Force
The Transfer Station Task Force will review final drafts of a proposal and a presentation intended for the Select Board. The agenda also includes discussion regarding the Transfer Station Implementation Committee.
- Review of final draft proposal to Select Board
- Review of final draft presentation to Select Board
- Discussion on serving on the Transfer Station Implementation Committee
- Approval of December 8 and 22, 2021 meeting minutes
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The Board of Directors will meet virtually to vote on several financial items. These include the establishment of a capital reserve account and the resolution of the FY21 cumulative surplus. The board will also address a waiver application for provisions of 603 CMR 50.07.
- Establishment of a Capital Reserve Account
- Resolution of FY21 Cumulative Surplus
- Waiver Application for Provisions of 603 CMR 50.07
School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)
The DEI Subcommittee will meet to discuss survey and focus group training scheduled for January 6th. The agenda also includes an update from the DEI Director and IDEAS workshop training.
- Approval of December 1, 2021 meeting minutes
- Survey and Focus Group Training on January 6th
- DEI Director Update
- IDEAS workshop training
Town Governance Task Force
The meeting includes a review of the agenda and discussion regarding SharePoint document files. Members will also receive updates on third round interviews and discuss the process for drafting reports and recommendations.
- Third round interview updates
- Report and recommendations drafting process
- Review of member action items
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider reopening a public hearing regarding Application 2113. This application seeks to expand an enclosed porch into a four-season room at 87 Bingham Road. The board will also review compliance with BOA 2002 conditions.
- Reopening of public hearing for Application 2113
- Special permit request to convert an enclosed porch into a 4-season room
- Review of compliance to conditions of BOA 2002
Municipal Facilities Committee
This is an initial organization meeting for the Public Safety Facilities Task Force and the Municipal Facilities Committee. The agenda includes reviewing the committee charge and discussing a meeting schedule.
- Review of committee charge
- Discussion of meeting schedule
Public Safety Facility Task Force & Municipal Facilities Joint Meeting
The Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee are holding an initial organizational meeting. The agenda focuses on reviewing the group's charge and discussing a future meeting schedule.
- Review of task force charge
- Discussion of meeting schedule