Carlisle public meetings in 2022

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

The committee reviewed the selection of Capeway Roofing Systems, Inc. for a library roof project and discussed the town's long-range capital plan. Members also identified specific Master Plan workshop assignments that require the committee's involvement.

• Selected Capeway Roofing Systems, Inc. for library partial roof replacement at $332,900
• Discussed capital plan projects including school walkway lighting, school phone system, and library HVAC upgrade
• Identified Master Plan items 7a, 7c, 8a, 15c, and 22a as requiring MFC involvement

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

The board approved the November meeting minutes and the December 27 Director's Report. Members discussed facility needs and goals for an upcoming review with the Select Board. The board also reviewed current expenditures of general, state, and ARPA funds.

• Accepted November 22, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted December 27, 2022 Director's Report (voice vote)

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

The committee reviewed current tax worker assignments and confirmed the program cycle will remain October 1 to September 30 to comply with Department of Revenue guidelines. The COAHS and Assessor are designing a means-tested property tax exemption program. A warrant article for this program is planned for the spring town meeting.

• Maintained program cycle of 10/1-9/30
• Planned warrant article for spring town meeting regarding senior means-tested property tax exemption

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]

The Select Board issued a warning and suggested remedies for a nuisance dog complaint at 124 Nathan Lane. A hearing to amend a dangerous dog order for 480 South Street was held but continued to January 3, 2023, for further deliberation.

• Issued warning for nuisance dogs at 124 Nathan Lane (unanimous)
• Suggested remedies for 124 Nathan Lane: no unsupervised outdoor time, longer walks, obedience training, and nighttime leashing
• Opened hearing to amend Dangerous Dog Order for 480 South Street (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for 480 South Street and continued deliberations to January 3, 2023 (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing on nuisance dog complaint for 124 Nathan Lane (unanimous)

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

The School Committee Policy Subcommittee meeting scheduled for December 20, 2022, was postponed due to scheduling conflicts. The meeting was rescheduled for January 17, 2023.

• Postponed December 20, 2022 meeting to January 17, 2023

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

The Task Force discussed a $11,400 proposal from Johnson Roberts Associates for a fire station conceptual design but cannot approve it until three quotes are obtained. Members also reviewed potential sites for additional parking and pathways between Town Hall, the Police Station, and the Fire Station.

• Approved minutes of 12/06/22 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of Johnson Roberts Associates proposal pending two additional quotes

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

The committee approved minutes from previous meetings and coordinated planning for Route to Sustainability Day, including a proposed 10 AM to 2 PM timeframe. Members discussed public outreach strategies and reviewed Specialized Stretch Code requirements for residential and multi-family homes.

• Approved 11-29-2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 12-05-2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Set future meetings for second and fourth Thursdays at 4:30 PM

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

The Committee scheduled hearings for two FY24 applications: a $300,000 request for cranberry bog dam stabilization and a $400,000 request for Gleason Public Library interior renovations. Members also began the process of updating the Community Preservation Plan and its priorities.

• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Scheduled cranberry bog dam project hearing for January 19 at 6:00 p.m.
• Scheduled library interior renovation project hearing for January 23 at 6:00 p.m.
• Appointed Sam Rottenberg as liaison for the library project
• Appointed Drew McMorrow as liaison for the cranberry bog project
• Appointed Sam Rottenberg to lead the update of 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

The working group approved the November meeting minutes. Members discussed the status of dam repairs, a proposed mowing Notice of Intent (NOI), and a draft charter to be reviewed by the Conservation Commission.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It records no substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes.

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

The committee approved the November 17, 2022, minutes and discussed 2023 goals. Members outlined plans for private hauler permitting, community outreach, swap shop policies, and hazardous waste research.

• Approved November 17, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Commission approved the formation of a volunteer group for Cranberry Bog maintenance and issued a Standard Order of Conditions for a pool project at 76 Sorli Way. Several other project hearings were continued to January 2023, and two Certificates of Compliance were issued.

• Authorized formation of Friends of the Cranberry Bog volunteer group (4-0)
• Approved $3,000 contract for Stamski and McNary for Cranberry Bog Dam #1 application (4-0)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for pool construction at 76 Sorli Way (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 85 Tophet Road (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 1756 Monument Street, Concord (4-0)
• Issued Land Use Permit for Moonlight Trek at Foss Farm on Jan 7, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved removal of 2 hazardous trees and pruning of 4 trees at 81 Russell Street/Garrison Place (4-0)
• Authorized Administrator to sign documents discussed at meeting (4-0)

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

The Joint Special Education Subcommittee and SEPAC reviewed student performance data and the FY24 budget, which includes a request for an additional Tier II Tutor. The group discussed vocational school access and the process for posting teacher certifications. No formal votes were recorded.

• Reviewed FY24 budget request for an additional Tier II Tutor
• Scheduled joint meeting for January 18th to discuss 'Sold a Story' podcast
• Discussed vocational school membership and admissions challenges
• Reviewed updates to Student Support Services website including new FAQ section

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

The committee approved a three-month pilot program to merge the management of town and school facilities under a new organizational structure. The pilot includes five town buildings: Town Hall, Police Station, Fire Station, Gleason Public Library, and the Brick Building.

• Approved 3-month pilot program for merged facilities management (5-0)
• Approved Capeway Roofing bid for Gleason Public Library roof and ridge vent project pending positive reference check (5-0)
• Approved December 1, 2022 minutes

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Board of Directors Negotiation Subcommittee and the Subcommittee of the Case Professional Association/MTA are meeting to conduct collective bargaining. The meeting is scheduled to take place in executive session.

• Collective bargaining sessions with the teachers' union
• Collective bargaining sessions with the support personnel union

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

Select Board

The Select Board will meet with the Finance Committee to discuss the FY24 operating budget, capital plan, and long-term financial implications. The board will also finalize the search process and contract for a new Police Chief. Additionally, the board will review recommendations from the Public Safety Facilities Task Force.

• Appointment of Eric Koukos as Part-Time Police Officer
• FY24 Budget First Draft discussion
• Police Chief search contract and screening committee charge
• Public Safety Facilities Task Force recommendations review
• Alcohol and Common Victualer License Renewals

The Select Board voted to replace hand counting with an electronic voting system starting May 16, 2023. The board also appointed a part-time police officer and authorized a contract for the Police Chief search process.

• Approved electronic voting system for May 16, 2023 election and future elections (4-1)
• Appointed Eric Koukos as Part-Time Police Officer (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Public Safety Consultants, LLC for Police Chief search not to exceed $14,200 (unanimous)
• Adopted Police Chief Screening Committee Charter (unanimous)
• Authorized Town Administrator to sign FY23-25 Veterans Services contract (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 license renewals for Berry Barn LLC d/b/a Ferns Country Store (unanimous)
• Voted to close Town Hall afternoon of December 22 for employee luncheon (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from November 15 and November 29 (unanimous)

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

The committee approved the November 15 minutes and assigned members to monitor specific conservation properties. Members discussed invasive species removal at Towle Field and planned for a potential $300,000 grant to repair the Cranberry Bog Dam #1.

• Approved November 15, 2022, minutes as amended
• Decided LSC requires advance notice and maps for planned invasive species removal at Towle Field
• Approved installation of a fence around a wildflower area at Foss Farm
• Assigned members to monitor specific conservation properties based on preferences
• Appointed Rhonda Michaud to write the 2022 Annual Report

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

The Trustees approved a pay increase for library pages and updated the Collection Development Policy. They also established the 2023 Veterans Day holiday schedule and reviewed the library director's performance evaluation.

• Approved November minutes
• Approved library to be open Nov 10 and closed Nov 11 for Veterans Day 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved pay increase for Library Pages to $19.22/hr (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Collection Development Policy (unanimous)

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

The committee reviewed FY23 registration and budget numbers, noting strong enrollment in DEI and Drivers Ed programs. Discussions focused on funding needs for the English Language Learner (ELL) program and expanding parent education for younger families. The committee is currently seeking new advisory members and a future chair.

• Approved meeting minutes from October 25, 2022

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

The Board approved a special permit to add a roof to an existing back stair landing, provided the space remains unheated. Two other applications were continued to the next meeting due to a lack of quorum caused by member recusals.

• Approved Special Permit for landing enclosure at 245 Rockland Road (3-0)
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2022 meeting
• Continued public hearing for automotive business at 673 Bedford Road
• Continued public hearing for garage and addition at 27 Maple Street

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

The Board approved a garbage grinder deed restriction for 195 Stearns Street to allow for an attic addition. A public hearing regarding septic system waivers for 114 Rutland Street was continued for further exploration. The Board also discussed water quality and disinfection issues at Ferns Country Store.

• Approved garbage grinder deed restriction and modified septic permit for 195 Stearns Street (Unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes from November 16, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 114 Rutland Street septic system waivers (Unanimous)

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

The School Committee approved the acceptance of PTO grants and funds from WYBC for a 7th grade Challenge Day. The committee held a budget hearing for FY24 and discussed a potential stabilization fund warrant article. Votes on the FY24 budget and the Superintendent's contract are planned for January 11, 2023.

• Approved acceptance of PTO Grants (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved acceptance of WYBC funds for 7th grade Challenge Day (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Special Education Subcommittee minutes from April 25, May 20, July 27, and October 19, 2022 (5-0)

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

The Commission approved funding for repairs to the Rory Bentley Fitness Center and accepted the October 12, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed future improvements for Diment Park, the Lacrosse Wall at Spalding Field, and the dog park. The Commission also plans to apply for $30,000 in CPA funding for the dog park to address inflation.

• Approved $1,300 for Rory Bentley Fitness Center repairs (All in favor)
• Approved October 12, 2022, meeting minutes (All in favor)

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

The Policy Subcommittee reviewed several district policies and issued recommendations for the School Committee to reaffirm, rescind, or adopt new guidelines. These include updates to non-discrimination language and the adoption of MASC policies regarding school choice, hiring, and public gifts.

• Approved minutes from 11.29.22
• Recommended reaffirming policy J17 (Students Transportation by Staff in Private Vehicles) without changes
• Recommended rescinding policy L1 (Pandemic Specific Policy)
• Recommended reaffirming policy L3 (Remote Learning Policy)
• Recommended rescinding policy L4 (Remote Learning Addendum)
• Recommended revising and reaffirming policies A8.1 and A8.2 (Non-Discrimination) to include visitors
• Recommended adopting MASC policies for School Choice (JFBB) and Public Gifts to the Schools (KCD)
• Recommended adopting MASC policy for Professional Staff Hiring (GCF) with revisions to include the Director of Student Services

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

The Concord-Carlisle Regional and Concord School Committees reviewed proposed FY24 budgets and expenditure drivers. The Concord School Committee postponed a vote on its Capital Plan pending further information on electrical work at Ripley. The committees also approved the meeting minutes from November 8, 2022.

• Approved meeting minutes from 11/8/22 (unanimous)
• Postponed vote on CPS Capital Plan

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

The task force identified three options for the Fire Station: a new building on a new site, a new building on the existing site, or an addition to the current building. For the Police Station, the group reached a consensus to seek updated cost estimates for a 10-15 year solution focusing on prisoner handling and public access. The task force will consult the Select Board regarding the final report and the feasibility of a Fire Station addition.

• Approved November 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to request updated cost estimates from TBA for Police Station 10-15 year solution
• Identified three Fire Station options: new site, existing site, or addition to current building

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

The Trust discussed updates on the Rocky Point and Benfield properties and the Housing Production Plan (HPP). Members discussed the need for additional funding sources and administrative support. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved October minutes as amended (unanimous)

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

The Finance Committee approved prior meeting minutes and finalized department meeting dates for January 2023. The committee reviewed the FY24 budget calendar and a preliminary 10-year capital plan. No final positions were taken on Forecasting or OPEB policies pending further edits.

• Approved minutes from September 19 and October 19, 2022 (6-0)
• Finalized department meeting dates for January 10 and 12, 2023
• Set Annual Town Meeting date for May 8, 2023
• Tabled position on Forecasting policy pending edits
• Tabled position on OPEB policy pending edits

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

The committee approved minutes from three previous meetings. Members discussed developing a temporary webpage, recruiting new members, and providing sustainability qualifications for a town architect hire. The committee also planned to coordinate with the Town Administrator regarding the Greenough Barn removal and energy code briefings.

• Approved 07 Nov 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 21 Nov 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 29 Nov 2022 joint session minutes (unanimous, one abstention)

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

The committee approved the November 4 meeting minutes. Members reported on completed trail maintenance, including bridge board replacement and bench installation. A moonlight walk was scheduled for January 7 at Foss Farm.

• Approved November 4 meeting minutes
• Decided to leave a moved Cranberry Bog bench in its new location
• Scheduled moonlight walk for January 7 at Foss Farm

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

The Special Education Subcommittee approved minutes from April, May, and October 2022. Members discussed goals for the 2022-2023 school year, including budget briefings, professional development, and student performance data. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved subcommittee meeting minutes from April 25, May 20, and October 19, 2022

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

The committee reviewed status updates for the Police Station ramp, Gleason Public Library roof and RTU, and DPW trailer projects. Members discussed the potential merger of town and school facilities management and the procurement of an engineering firm. No new project contracts were awarded during the meeting.

• Approved October 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2022 minutes with one correction (unanimous)

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

The committee accepted the October 19, 2022 minutes and reviewed the status of several conservation restrictions. Members discussed monitoring reports, boundary incursions, and a potential qualification issue regarding the Carlisle Conservation Foundation's ability to hold certain restrictions.

• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes (Jeannie Geneczko abstained)
• Scheduled four meetings for 2023: Jan 17, March 1, April 5, and May 3
• Tentatively scheduled inspection of CR #1/#34 for December 18 at 10am

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

The Select Board approved three ARPA-funded projects totaling $200,000 for senior heating assistance, records management, and Town Hall reconfiguration. The Board also hired Public Safety Consultants to lead the search for a new Police Chief and authorized efforts to bring private haulers at the Transfer Station into compliance.

• Approved $50,000 ARPA funding for senior home heating assistance (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 ARPA funding for Town Hall records digitization and reorganization (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 ARPA funding for Town Hall physical space reconfiguration (4-0)
• Approved hiring Public Safety Consultants for Police Chief search (4-0)
• Authorized TSAC and DPW to bring private haulers into compliance by July 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Authorized Assistant Town Administrator to submit Community Compact Grant application (4-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to procure on-call design and architectural services (4-0)
• Scheduled special December meetings for two dog hearings on South Street and Nathan Lane (4-0)

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

The Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC) presented its work plan and budget to the Select Board. Members discussed the timing for a specialized opt-in stretch code warrant article and the need for community meetings. The Select Board expressed support for an $8,000 ARPA grant request.

• Select Board expressed support for $8,000 ARPA grant for Route to Sustainability event
• Tabled decision on whether stretch code warrant article will be for Spring or Special Fall Town Meeting

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

The committee approved a comprehensive Work Plan and a Compressed Work Plan to guide the town's transition to a more sustainable community. Members also approved a slide presentation for the Select Board detailing these goals. The plans focus on transportation, the built environment, natural resources, and governance.

• Approved Work Plan as amended (unanimous)
• Approved amended Compressed Work Plan document (unanimous)
• Approved slide presentation to the Select Board (unanimous)

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

The Policy Subcommittee reviewed several district policies and recommended specific updates to student welfare and physical restraint guidelines. The subcommittee also voted to adopt a student dress code policy pending feedback from principals.

• Approved minutes from 11.15.22
• Recommended reaffirming J6 Entrance Age with no changes
• Recommended changing 'user' to 'use' in J8 Physical Restraint Policy
• Recommended adding playground safety and fire drill sections to J11 Student Welfare
• Recommended reaffirming J13 School Attendance with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming J16 Student Rights and Responsibilities with no changes
• Decided to adopt MASC Policy JICA Student Dress pending principal review
• Tabled J14 Student Discipline for further research on suspension protocols

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

The Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committee approved two exceptions to advertising policy for sports scoreboards and signage. The committee also authorized out-of-state day trips for the boys varsity basketball team.

• Approved tennis scoreboard installation with McWalter Insurance as sponsor for $5,000 over five years (6-1 abstain)
• Approved Route 2 Athletics advertisement on baseball field for $4,500 for five years from April 16, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved CCHS Boys Varsity Basketball day trips to Rhode Island on December 10-11, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 10/25/22 (7-0)

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

The board accepted the September meeting minutes and the November Director's Report. Staff provided updates on senior meal programs, ARPA grant spending for the Clark Room, and a $50,000 grant application for senior heating costs.

• Accepted September 27, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted November 22, 2022 Director's Report (voice vote)

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

The committee voted to recommend three funding requests to the Select Board. These include assistance for senior home heating and two separate projects to reorganize and digitize Town Hall operations.

• Recommended Select Board approve $48k for COA Means-Tested Senior Tax Exemption Program (3-0)
• Recommended Select Board approve $50k for Town Hall Reconfiguration project (3-0)
• Recommended Select Board approve $100k for Town Hall Records Management (3-0)

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

The Environmental Sustainability Committee unanimously approved its budget requests for FY 2023 and 2024 to be submitted to the Select Board. The committee also voted to move forward with a pending ARPA grant application and approved the October 17, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Approved FY 2023 and 2024 budget proposals for submission to Select Board (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with pending ARPA grant application (unanimous)
• Approved amended 10/17/2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

The group discussed maintenance needs for the bog, including the removal of pine trees and buckthorn, and the status of several Notices of Intent (NOI). Members discussed forming a 'Friends of the Carlisle Bog' volunteer subgroup to assist with simple maintenance and flume clearing.

• Approved October meeting minutes with changes (unanimous)

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

The Council approved the allocation of FY23 state funds for administrative and programming costs. Members established eligibility criteria for state and ARPA grants, limiting ARPA funds to Carlisle-based applicants.

• Approved reserving $254.55 for administrative and $1,100 for programming expenses (7-0)
• Approved 9/30/22 minutes
• Determined out-of-town applicants not complying with guidelines are ineligible for grants
• Decided ARPA-funded grants will only be available to Carlisle-based organizations and individuals
• Determined funding a public school capital project for Corey Auditorium lighting is outside the Council mission

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

The committee approved a draft presentation for the Select Board and a strategy to bring local haulers into compliance with laws by July 1, 2023. Members also approved a draft letter to the editor for the Mosquito. The committee discussed options for managing redeemables and composting.

• Approved minutes of November 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved draft PPT presentation for Select Board
• Approved motion to bring local haulers into compliance by July 1, 2023
• Approved motion to work with Board of Health on hauler permitting and regulations
• Approved draft Mosquito LTE regarding Celebration Day and raffle winners

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

The Commission issued an Order of Resource Area Delineation for 0 Bingham Road and approved a driveway restoration plan for Stillmeadow South. Several other hearings for tree removal and construction projects were continued to December 15, 2022. The board also authorized the Administrator to sign meeting-related documents and approved presented bills.

• Authorized Administrator to sign meeting documents (4-0)
• Approved presented bills (4-0)
• Endorsed administrative approvals for tree removal at 385 Curve Street and 210 Elizabeth Ridge Road
• Closed hearing and issued ORAD for 0 Bingham Road (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 384 River Road to 12/15/2022 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 44 Bedford Road to 12/15/2022 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for South Street project to 12/15/2022 (4-0)
• Approved Stillmeadow South Restoration Schedule and Plan dated 11/8/22 (4-0)

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

The Youth Commission appointed Chelsea Mascari and Susie Shaw to the board. The commission discussed allowing 5th grade students to attend Friday Night Live (FNL) and noted that the Select Board Chair stated this may proceed before a formal charter change.

• Appointed Chelsea Mascari to a 3-year term (4-0)
• Appointed Susie Shaw to a 3-year term (4-0)

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

The Trustees approved the 2023 holiday closing schedule, though the Veteran’s Day closing remains under review with Town Hall. The board discussed the proposed FY24 budget, noting expectations for a flat budget and a request for parking lot repaving.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Approved 2023 holiday closings schedule
• Tabled Veteran’s Day closing approval pending Town Hall review

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

The Commission issued Certificates of Appropriateness for an outdoor classroom at Carlisle Public School and chimney cap repairs at 5 Lowell Street. Applications for telecom equipment at 27 School Street and a park sign at 42 Lowell Street were continued to January.

• Approved outdoor classroom at 83 School Street (5-0), excluding the proposed railing design
• Approved chimney cap installation at 5 Lowell Street (5-0)
• Tabled storm door installation at 5 Lowell Street for further research on water intrusion
• Continued public hearing for telecom equipment at 27 School Street to January 18
• Continued public hearing for Center Park sign at 42 Lowell Street to January 18
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

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

The Board approved a special permit for the continued operation of a dog kennel at 134 Ember Lane with updated conditions. A separate application for a landing enclosure at 245 Rockland Road was continued to the next meeting due to insufficient information.

• Approved special permit for dog kennel at 134 Ember Lane for two years (4-0)
• Increased maximum number of dogs allowed at 134 Ember Lane to 15
• Approved replacing the decibel meter with an audio recorder at 134 Ember Lane
• Continued public hearing for landing enclosure at 245 Rockland Road to next meeting
• Approved minutes of the September 19, 2022, meeting as amended

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

The Board of Health approved the withdrawal of a septic waiver request for 201 Log Hill Road after a new design was submitted. The Board also approved the minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting and announced a COVID booster clinic for November 22.

• Approved amended minutes from 10/26/22
• Approved withdrawal of septic waiver request for 201 Log Hill Road

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

The Select Board established a uniform FY23 property tax rate with no residential exemptions or open space discounts. The board also appointed Fire Chief Bryan Sorrows as Emergency Manager and approved a revised charter for the Municipal Facilities Committee.

• Approved residential factor of one for FY23 property tax rate (5-0)
• Denied open space discount and residential/small commercial exemptions for FY23 (5-0)
• Appointed Fire Chief Bryan Sorrows as Town Emergency Manager (5-0)
• Approved revised Municipal Facilities Committee Charter (5-0)
• Executed temporary employment contract for Interim Police Chief Kenneth Fong (5-0)
• Opened May 8, 2023, Annual Town Meeting Warrants for submission (5-0)
• Approved fire cistern easement for Stillmeadow (5-0)
• Appointed Sarah Wengert to the Carlisle Recreation Commission (5-0)

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

The committee voiced support for a proposal to assign members to periodically check specific conservation lands. Other business regarding Towle Field and Foss Farm remained under discussion with no final decisions made.

• Approved October 11, 2022, minutes as amended
• Supported proposal for LSC members to volunteer for four conservation properties each

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

The Policy Subcommittee reviewed multiple school policies and recommended reaffirming most of them without changes. Some policies regarding building security, bullying prevention, and hazing were flagged for further review or drafting.

• Approved minutes from 10.25.22
• Recommended reaffirming E5 School Bus Policy with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming E6 Athletic Concussion Policy with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming F4 No Idling policy with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming F7 Tobacco Products on School Premises Prohibited policy with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming G3 Emergency Plan policy with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming I8 Teaching about Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco and Controlled Substances policy with no changes
• Tabled F1 Buildings and Grounds Safety and Security, J2 Bullying Prevention, and J3 Prohibition of Hazing for further review

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

The Task Force discussed the costs and land requirements for police and fire facilities and evaluated dispatch regionalization. Members concluded that regionalizing dispatch would offer minimal savings and potentially reduce service quality. The Chair and Vice Chair will present a program study and request funding for a fire station feasibility study at the November 29 Select Board meeting.

• Proposed funding request for fire station expansion feasibility study to Select Board
• Determined dispatch regionalization provides negligible cost savings and minimal space savings

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

The committee reviewed updates on the Gleason Public Library rooftop unit and roof projects. Progress was reported on the Police Station ramp design and DPW sprinkler project. No formal votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Released bid forms and contract documents for Gleason Public Library roof (estimated over $300K)
• Determined a new curb will be purchased for the Gleason Public Library RTU to shift return duct work
• Reached consensus on Police Station ramp placement 5 feet from the building

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is meeting to determine dates, themes, and logistics for the 2022-2023 Friday Night Live series. The body will also discuss student involvement via the Junior Youth Commission and fill a vacancy on the commission.

• Scheduling and themes for 2022-2023 Friday Night Live
• Logistics for Friday Night Live including school space, Crowd Manager licenses, and sign-in procedures
• Student involvement through the Junior Youth Commission
• Replacement of an outgoing Youth Commission member

The Commission discussed logistics for Friday Night Live, including a proposed January 6 launch date and staffing needs. Members discussed student involvement and the vacancy left by Kathy MacDonald.

• Proposed January 6 launch for Friday Night Live
• Proposed rotating student club input for event themes
• Noted Kathy MacDonald is stepping down from the Commission

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)

The School Advisory Council approved the minutes from June 1 and October 12, 2022. Members discussed strategies to promote the council to the community and reviewed the School Improvement Plan and Panorama Parent Survey.

• Approved June 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

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

The School Committee approved a retroactive salary increase for the superintendent and authorized two out-of-state student field trips. The committee also approved a technology discard list and a letter of support for an outdoor classroom. A proposed FY24 budget with a 3.02% increase was presented for future hearing.

• Approved 4% superintendent salary increase retroactive to July 1, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Band/Choir overnight trip to New York, April 13-15, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Grade 8 overnight trip to Washington DC, June 7-9, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Fall 2022 Technology Discard List (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for the outdoor classroom to be written by Jack Huntress (4-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved April 28, 2022 Policy Subcommittee meeting minutes (4-0)

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

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees unanimously approved a series of updated district policies and declared nine vehicles as surplus for disposal. The committees also held a budget workshop and discussed advertising policies on the CCHS campus.

• Approved 12 school committee policies including non-discrimination, student discipline, and school choice (Unanimous)
• Declared 9 vehicles (buses and other district vehicles) as surplus for disposition (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 10/11/22 (Unanimous)

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

The committee discussed a proposed senior tax exemption program to reduce property taxes by $3,000 for eligible residents. Members questioned the tax exemption approach and agreed to instead consider a revised request for additional senior heating assistance. No vote was taken on the funding request.

• Tabled approval of prior meeting minutes
• Rejected proposed senior tax exemption program in favor of heating assistance
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

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

The Board approved the minutes from September 28, 2022. Members discussed the hiring of an assistant assessor and reviewed a preliminary tax rate presentation for the Select Board. Several non-binding motions regarding tax rates and discounts were passed.

• Approved open and executive session minutes from September 28, 2022 (2-0)
• Passed non-binding motion to keep a single tax rate for residential and commercial properties (2-0)
• Passed non-binding motion to not grant an open space discount (2-0)
• Passed non-binding motion to not recommend a residential discount (2-0)

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

The committee discussed revisions to a draft workplan, including alignment with the Master Plan and terminology updates. No formal votes were taken as the committee lacked a quorum for minutes approval; the workplan is scheduled for a vote on November 21.

• Tabled budget discussion due to lack of new information
• Deferred vote on 10/17/2022 minutes due to lack of quorum
• Assigned Launa Zimmaro to liaise with Jim O’Shea

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

The meeting scheduled for November 7, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

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

The Committee approved a reimbursement for bridge hardware and recognized three new Trekker Award recipients. Members reported on the completion of the Cross Street Pathway Bridges and Valentine Trail boardwalks.

• Approved October 7 meeting minutes as written
• Approved $71.59 reimbursement to Alan Ankers from Trails Gift Account for Cross Street bridge hardware (unanimous)
• Awarded Trekker Awards to Karin, Justin, and Henry Kliger

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

The committee discussed feedback from the Transfer Station Celebration, noting issues with redeemables, textiles, and composting. Members reviewed a draft Local Private Hauler Policy and a draft report for the Select Board. No policy changes were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force discussed a proposal for a three-story fire station addition to be built behind the existing facility. The group reviewed zoning needs, cost concerns, and sustainability, but no final plan was approved. The task force recommended adding Tom Billotta as a member to the select board.

• Approved minutes of October 4 and October 18
• Recommended adding Tom Billotta to the task force

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Board of Directors will meet to vote on the SY2021-22 Executive Director's evaluation and a data security policy. The body will also discuss a FY23 transportation budget amendment and FY24 budget assumptions.

• Executive Director’s Evaluation (SY2021-22)
• Data Security Policy
• FY23 Transportation Budget Amendment
• FY24 Budget Assumptions
• Collective bargaining strategy with CASE Education Association

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

The Commission authorized a $600 project to remove invasive plants at Towle Land and issued a camping permit to Boy Scout Troop 135. Several public hearings were continued to November 17, and two Certificates of Compliance were issued for residential projects.

• Approved $600 proposal for invasive plant removal at Towle Land (4-0)
• Issued camping permit to Boy Scout Troop 135 for Nov 19-20, 2022 (4-0)
• Authorized Administrator to sign documents on behalf of the Commission (4-0)
• Approved bills as presented (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 54 Judy Farm Road (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 967 West St (4-0)
• Extended Order of Conditions for Towle Field poison ivy treatment to 11/26/2025 (4-0)
• Approved use of excavation equipment for log removal at 271 Russell Street (4-0)

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

The Municipal Facilities Committee approved a fund for maintenance projects under $3,000 and agreed to seek an RFP for a Town Engineer on retainer. Members proposed revisions to the MFC Charter to be sent to the Select Board. The committee also requested a reevaluation of duct work placement for the Library RTU project.

• Approved transfer of $25,000 from FY21 warrant article for maintenance projects under $3,000 (unanimous)
• Approved seeking an RFP for a Town Engineer on retainer to handle DPW roof, Town Hall RTU and roof, and Library building management system
• Proposed revisions to MFC Charter regarding oversight, procurement, and Finance Committee involvement
• Requested reevaluation of Library RTU duct work placement before approving external roof installation

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

The Board of Health approved the appointment of Tricia McGean as Public Health Nurse and authorized a vaccine clinic. The Board continued a public hearing for a septic system at 201 Log Hill Road and requested an update from Ferns Country Store regarding well repairs.

• Approved appointment of Tricia McGean as Public Health Nurse at $55/hour
• Approved minutes from 10/12/22
• Authorized implementation of a Covid booster vaccine clinic
• Continued public meeting for 201 Log Hill Road to 11/16/22
• Directed staff to send official letter to Ferns Country Store regarding well repair progress

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

The Select Board appointed an interim police chief and authorized a grant application for a shared services study. The board also executed the November 8 state election warrant and agreed to include a barn demolition article on the Spring 2023 Town Meeting warrant.

• Appointed Ken Fong as Interim Police Chief (5-0)
• Executed the warrant for the November 8, 2022, State Election (5-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to apply for a $7,500 MAPC grant for a Shared Services Feasibility Study (5-0)
• Agreed to include a Warrant Article for Greenough Barn demolition on the Spring Town Meeting 2023
• Appointed Tom Billotta to the Public Safety Facilities Task Force (5-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

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

The committee approved the meeting minutes from May and September 2022. Members discussed FY23 registration and budget numbers, including a proposed $12,000 for website updates. The committee decided to revert meeting days to Fridays for the remainder of the school year.

• Approved May 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes
• Reverted meeting schedule to Fridays for the remainder of the school year

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

The Policy Subcommittee reviewed several district policies and recommended reaffirming six of them without changes. The committee proposed revisions to two policies and requested further feedback for two others. Minutes from the April 28, 2022 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes from 4.28.22
• Recommended reaffirming A2 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming A7 Safety Program with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming B2 School Committee Ethics with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming C1 Administrative Structure with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming C2 Damage and Vandalism with no changes
• Recommended reaffirming C3 Distribution of Information with no changes
• Recommended revising C7 School Visits and E1 Communicable Diseases Policy

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

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees approved the School Committee Goals and accepted several donations for scholarships, field equipment, and student agendas. Many policy votes and agenda items were postponed to the November 8 meeting due to a scheduling conflict.

• Approved School Committee Goals (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 donation to Sharon Young Scholarship Fund from United Woman’s Club of Concord (unanimous)
• Approved estimated $12,358.63 donation from CC at Play, Inc. for Memorial Field vinyl wrap padding (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 donation from CMS PTG for homework agendas (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 9/27/22 (unanimous)
• Tabled votes on school committee policies and surplus vehicles to 11/8/22

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

The board accepted the previous meeting's minutes and the October Director's report. Staff provided updates on ARPA grant approvals for rental assistance and upcoming budget requests for FY24.

• Approved September 27, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved October 25, 2022 Director's Report (voice vote)

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

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust met on October 20, 2022, and unanimously approved the September meeting minutes as amended. Members discussed the Rocky Hill affordable housing unit repairs and marketing, the Benfield pretreatment project budget approved by the CPC, and ongoing property maintenance complaints. They also reviewed a draft Housing Production Plan (HPP) and considered potential development parcels.

• Approved September meeting minutes as amended (unanimous roll call)

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

The committee reviewed a proposed OPEB policy aiming to fully fund the trust by 2051 with annual contributions of $200,000–$250,000. They also discussed formalizing a five-year budget forecasting model and reviewed town reserves of $5.4M. No votes were taken on these proposals; the only decisions were approving prior meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from 8/15/22 by 5–0, with Sjoberg abstaining
• Approved minutes from 9/19/22 by 6–0
• Adjourned at 8:40pm by unanimous roll call

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

The Carlisle Historical Commission voted 5-0 to issue a Certificate of Non-Applicability for replacing roof shingles at 28 Concord Street, using shingles identical to those approved in 2020. The meeting also included a discussion with a new property owner at 5 Lowell Street about future projects, and updates on the police station ramp and Carlisle Castle outdoor classroom. Administrative tasks were assigned, including reprinting the Historical District Map, but no decision was made on funding.

• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for roof shingle replacement at 28 Concord Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 21 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled decision on reprinting Historical District Map pending additional quotes

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

The Special Education Subcommittee (SESC) approved minutes from July 27, 2022, and discussed scheduling joint meetings with SEPAC, with a proposed in-person meeting on December 15, 2022. Members reviewed goal-setting for the school year, including communication, data sharing from DESE profiles, and posting staff certifications on the website. No votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was procedural and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes from July 27, 2022 SESC meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed scheduling joint meetings with SEPAC for 2022-23 school year
• Proposed December 15, 2022 joint in-person meeting with SEPAC in Community Room
• Discussed reviewing DESE school/district profile data and MCAS results at joint meeting
• Discussed posting staff licenses/certifications on website, with concerns noted
• Set communication as a continuing goal for the subcommittee

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

The Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee approved the minutes of September 14, 2022, with minor edits. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussions about conservation restrictions.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 (Brian abstained)

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force determined that a new combined public safety facility at an estimated $40 million is not affordable for the town. The group discussed renovating the existing police station and fire station separately, with the police station needing additional land for parking and storage, and the fire station requiring immediate interim solutions while a longer-term fix is developed. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the task force agreed to have Christine Lear work with the Select Board to approach abutters about potential land sales for the police station.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at this meeting
• Agreed Christine Lear will work with Select Board to approach abutters about selling land for police station parking and storage

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application for 43 Rockland Road. The applicant is seeking to enclose an existing landing on a lot that does not meet the minimum size requirement.

• Special Permit application (file 2213 SP) for Frank Proctor to enclose a landing at 43 Rockland Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application. The board is considering a request for the continued operation of a dog kennel.

• Special Permit application (file 2212 SP) for a dog kennel at 134 Ember Lane

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

The October 17, 2022 meeting of the Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No decisions were made or business conducted.

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)

The Carlisle Environmental Sustainability Committee voted unanimously to submit a $600 grant application to the Local Cultural Council for the Route to Sustainability Festival (Earth Day). The committee also approved the October 3 meeting minutes as amended, discussed workplan priorities including built environment and transportation, and reviewed budget allocations for FY2023 and FY2024. No other substantive decisions were made; most of the meeting was devoted to planning and discussion.

• Approved $600 grant application to Local Cultural Council for Route to Sustainability Festival (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (5-0, with 2 abstentions)

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

The group voted 3-1 to ask the Conservation Commission to remove the pump house, which was deemed unsuitable for kayak storage due to rot and roof holes. They also unanimously approved adding two new members and presenting a Friends of the Bog group to the Conservation Commission for approval. The group discussed water level management, restoration plans, and phragmites control.

• Voted to ask Duffy to remove the pump house (3-1)
• Voted to bring pump house removal to Conservation Commission (3-1)
• Approved asking DiPinto to write the NOI narrative (unanimous)
• Nominated and approved Murphy as chair (unanimous)
• Approved presenting Friends of the Bog group to Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Accepted September minutes with changes (unanimous)

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

The Task Force agreed to postpone approval of outstanding minutes and instead focus on completing its Report. Member Cruise's proposed edits were discussed but only covered through Section II.E.2 due to time constraints; the discussion will continue at the October 17 meeting. The meeting adjourned with a 4-0 vote.

• Postponed approval of all remaining minutes to the last meeting
• Discussed Member Cruise's proposed edits to the Report, concluding at Section II.E.2
• Agreed to complete the editing discussion at the October 17, 2022 meeting
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

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

The committee approved the minutes from the September 29 meeting by unanimous vote. Most of the meeting focused on preparations for the October 22 Transfer Station launch, including signage, painting, and event logistics. No substantive policy decisions were made; the discussion was procedural and organizational.

• Approved minutes from September 29, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

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

The Commission voted unanimously to award a one-year mowing agreement for Towle Field to Samuel Bell for $825, the lowest of three bids. They also approved a proposal to plant 450 New England Blazing Star seedlings at Foss Farm, issued land use permits for a Cub Scout rocket launch and a Boy Scout camping event, and continued several hearings on Notices of Intent. Enforcement actions were discussed for unpermitted tree removal at 271 Russell Street.

• Awarded Towle Field mowing agreement to Samuel Bell for $825 (5-0)
• Approved planting 450 New England Blazing Star seedlings at Foss Farm (5-0)
• Issued Land Use Permit to Cub Scout Pack 135 for annual rocket launch at Foss Farm on Nov 19 (5-0)
• Approved Land Use Permit for Boy Scout Troop 135 Thanksgiving in the Woods event at Towle Field (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 384 River Road tree removal NOI to Nov 17 pending arborist report (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 44 Bedford Road garage construction NOI to Oct 27 (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 42 Bingham Road amendment to Order of Conditions to Oct 27 (5-0)
• Authorized Administrator to sign documents on behalf of the Commission (5-0)

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

The Board of Health continued a public hearing for 201 Log Hill Road to its next meeting, after the engineer could not confirm the depth of sewer lines exiting the house. The applicant is seeking two waivers under Title 5 to replace a failed septic system. No final decision was made on the waivers or the system design.

• Continued public hearing for 201 Log Hill Road septic system replacement to allow engineer to evaluate interior plumbing and confirm line depths (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2022 as amended (Collins abstaining)
• Discussed ARPA funding reallocation request (no vote taken)
• Noted Woodward Village septic system installation progress; no decisions made
• Noted Benfield Farms status report; trash and washing machine maintenance referred to property manager

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

The Community Preservation Committee unanimously approved the budget for the $125K Benfield Leaching project grant. The committee also set a December 9 deadline for new CPA grant applications to be vetted before spring Town Meeting. Updates were provided on completed and ongoing projects, including the Carlisle Castle playground and Community Housing Development grants.

• Approved minutes of August meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $125K Benfield Leaching project budget (unanimous)
• Set December 9 deadline for CPA grant applications to be evaluated in January
• Scheduled November 9 meeting as open forum for applicant questions

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

The Carlisle School Committee voted unanimously to raise the kindergarten tuition fee by $500 to $2,450 for FY24. The committee also approved minutes from two prior meetings and adjourned to executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations. Several other items were discussed but votes were deferred to future meetings, including out-of-state field trips and a technology discard list.

• Approved $500 kindergarten fee increase for FY24, raising fee to $2,450 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 14 and October 4, 2022 meetings (4-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations (4-0)

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

The Carlisle/Concord School Committee DEIB subcommittee met via Zoom and heard public comments about teacher diversity and the IDEAS course timeline. The Director of DEIB presented the strategic plan's priority areas and 2022-2023 goals, including professional development, restorative justice, and hiring initiatives. Updates were given on professional development offerings, DEIB leads in schools, and efforts to recruit diverse staff, including a $145,000 grant application. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was to adjourn.

• Approved adjournment of the meeting at 6:15 PM (motion by Booth, seconded by Anderson, passed unanimously).

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

The Commission reviewed the condition of facilities at Banta Davis, including the fitness area, playground, dog park, volleyball court, and softball field, and discussed suggested improvements such as retaining wall repair, new woodchips, and a potential pickleball court. They also reviewed Spalding Field and Diment Park, noting the need for ADA compliance at Diment Park and possible field improvements at Spalding. The minutes from the September 12 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of September 12, 2022 meeting (motion by Courtney Bittelari, seconded by Drew McMorrow; all in favor)
• Discussed but did not decide on removing the old fence at the softball field for potential pickleball courts
• Discussed but did not decide on installing a batting cage near the softball field
• Discussed but did not decide on adding swings or a kindergarten playground near the current play structure
• Discussed but did not decide on replacing the grass infield at Spalding Field with a skin infield
• Discussed but did not decide on making Diment Park ADA compliant
• Drew McMorrow and Phil Gibson will meet with the school to discuss improvements to Spalding Field
• No decisions were made on any capital improvements or expenditures

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

The Select Board unanimously appointed Aubrey Thomas as the town's first Assistant Town Administrator, subject to a background check and contract negotiations. The board also approved $30,000 in ARPA funds for an engineering study on air conditioning at the Carlisle Public School's Wilkins Building, established an Information Technology Committee, and approved the FY24 budget calendar. Several other routine items were approved, including surplus equipment declarations and banner requests.

• Appointed Aubrey Thomas as Assistant Town Administrator (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 ARPA funding for Wilkins Building air conditioning engineering study (5-0)
• Established Information Technology Committee with 7 members (5-0)
• Approved FY24 Budget Calendar (5-0)
• Approved job reclassification suspension for Town Planner, Assistant Town Administrator, and Assistant Assessor positions (5-0)
• Declared old Town Hall meeting room chairs as surplus (5-0)
• Approved Savoyard Light Opera Company banner request (5-0)
• Nominated Deborah Toher and Gene Delano as Inspectors of Animals (5-0)

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

The Land Stewardship Committee voted unanimously to forward a revised proposal from Maddie Kiszewski for removing invasive plants at Towle Field to the Conservation Commission. The committee also discussed updates on phragmites treatment, field mowing protocols, and protection of sandplain grassland habitat at Foss Farm. No other formal decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved forwarding Kiszewski's invasive plant management proposal to ConsCom (unanimous)
• Approved September 13, 2022 minutes as amended

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

The meeting was a joint session of the Concord and Carlisle School Committees. The agenda included a budget workshop, public comment, and first discussion of advertising on the CCHS campus. Action items were a vote to approve several school committee policies and a vote to surplus vehicles. No votes or decisions are recorded in the minutes as they are an agenda, not a record of outcomes.

• No decisions recorded; agenda only

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

The Municipal Facilities Committee met jointly with the Select Board to discuss establishing a town department with its own budget to manage maintenance of all town buildings, including schools. The committee also requested administrative support and a credit card for the Facility Manager. The Select Board asked the MFC to review and draft a revised charter by November 15, 2022. No formal votes or decisions were taken.

• Discussed creating a town facilities department with budget authority
• Requested administrative assistance for minutes and bid documents
• Proposed a credit card for the Facility Manager for small expenses
• Select Board asked MFC to draft a revised charter by 11/15/22

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

The Gleason Public Library Trustees voted to increase the children's librarian's vacation time to four weeks starting July 2024, matching other full-time staff. They also reviewed and adopted the Internet Use Policy as written. The meeting was held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Voted to increase children's librarian vacation time to 4 weeks, effective July 2024
• Adopted Internet Use Policy as written

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

The Carlisle Trails Committee approved the August 26 meeting minutes as amended. Members reported completion of deck board replacement on two boardwalks via an Eagle Scout project, with work on two more scheduled for late October. A $1,022 donation from the Mountain Bike Ride group was noted, and various trail maintenance and repair activities were discussed.

• Approved August 26 meeting minutes as amended

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force completed editing its report document and plans to vote on final approval at the next meeting on October 13, pending review by absent member Brian Cruise. The group approved the minutes from the September 29 meeting.

• Approved minutes of 9/29/22 (4-0)
• Completed editing of report document, pending final review by member Cruise
• Scheduled 10/13 and 10/17 meetings for final report approval

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

The Municipal Facilities Committee approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting. Facility Manager Steve Bastek reported ongoing issues with the Town Hall RTU humidity sensor and plans to replace it. A bid for the DPW trailer sprinkler system received zero responses; the committee asked Bastek to request revised engineering from Norel to include electrical specs. The committee also discussed a ramp design for the police station and a request from the Select Board to attend their October 11 meeting.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Town Hall RTU humidity sensor issue; manager to attempt self-repair
• DPW trailer sprinkler system bid received zero responses; committee requested revised quote from Norel
• Police station ramp design drawing received; powder coating finish confirmed

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

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees held a joint policy meeting, unanimously voting to bring several updated policies to their respective school committees for first reading. The updates incorporate new protected classes per the Attorney General's Office, add non-discrimination, harassment, and retaliation language, and include CROWN Act references prohibiting discrimination based on natural or protective hairstyles. The committees also voted to remove two existing policies (ACA and JBA) as redundant. No public comments were received.

• Unanimously approved bringing policies AC, AC-R, ACAB, JICK to school committee for first reading (update AC; adopt AC-R, ACAB, JICK)
• Unanimously approved removing policies ACA (Nondiscrimination) and JBA (Student-to-Student Harassment)
• Unanimously approved bringing policy JIC (Student Discipline) to school committee for first reading with added reference
• Unanimously approved bringing policies JICA, GBA, GCF, JB, JFBB to school committee for first reading with CROWN Act reference

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

The Carlisle School Committee met for a training session on building a culture of equity, facilitated by Rachel Freed. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force meeting scheduled for November 1, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions were held.

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

The Carlisle Environmental Sustainability Committee met virtually on October 3, 2022, and unanimously approved the September 19 minutes as amended. The committee discussed logistics for its new operations, including SharePoint use and website updates, and began developing a work plan and budget. No major policy decisions were made; most items were planning and assignments for future work.

• Approved September 19, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Assigned Eric to consult Town Counsel on SharePoint use for OML compliance
• Assigned Sue to explore making SharePoint site public (read-only)
• Assigned Debbie to draft liaison introduction slides
• Assigned Dan, Eric, Bob to develop residential work plan elements for homes and transportation
• Assigned Christina to ask Joeth and Judy to draft land/water/flora/fauna/funga work plan element
• Assigned Bob to request work plan/budget template from Select Board
• Assigned Christina to circulate Earth Day event document for review

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

The Carlisle Cultural Council met on September 30, 2022, to review the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) grant cycle and ARPA funding. They noted $6,400 in state funds, with $5,300 available for distribution after holding the allowable percentage for council work. The council also discussed ARPA Phase 2 grants, with $5,000 available for Winter 2023 and another $5,000 for Winter 2024, and planned to discuss major events at the next meeting. Minutes from September 2, 2022, were approved. No votes on new expenditures or policy changes were recorded.

• Approved minutes from September 2, 2022 meeting
• Noted $6,400 in state MCC funds, with $5,300 available after $1,100 council allowance
• Identified $5,000 in ARPA funds for Winter 2023 and $5,000 for Winter 2024
• Discussed September Grantee Reception as successful and under budget
• Tabled discussion of Old Home Day 2023 and member recruiting

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force met remotely on September 29, 2022, to review a draft final document. Members discussed changes to improve readability, consistency, and references, including clarifying that a recommendation to post minutes online applies to committees, not the Town Clerk. No decisions were approved or voted on; the meeting was procedural and focused on document review. Minutes approval was postponed to the next meeting.

• Minutes approval postponed until next meeting.
• Reviewed and discussed changes to the draft final document, including formatting, naming conventions, and references.
• Clarified that the recommendation to post minutes online reflects committee non-submission, not the Town Clerk.
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously (4-0) at 11:33am.

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

The Transfer Station Action Committee discussed updates on trailer painting, signage, and the upcoming re-opening celebration. The Select Board approved $7,200 from the sticker fund for painting trailers. The committee also planned the Oct. 22 celebration, including a raffle, magnets, and compost bins.

• Approved $7,200 from sticker fund for trailer painting (Select Board action)
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2022, as amended (unanimous)
• Decided to order 10 compost bins for the re-opening celebration
• Decided to draw 5 winners for the raffle
• Decided to provide 2 hats per transfer station employee
• Postponed discussion on making hat sales a fundraiser
• Scheduled next meeting for October 13, 2022
• Moved last October meeting to November 3rd for post-event review

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

The ARPA Committee voted 3-0 to recommend approving $29,900 in additional ARPA funds for an engineering study, bid documentation, and project oversight for the Wilkins HVAC project at Carlisle Public School. The funds would cover NV5's services to develop bid specifications and oversee construction. The recommendation will be presented to the Select Board on October 11, 2022.

• Approved prior meeting minutes from July 18, August 3, and September 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended $29,900 in ARPA funds for Wilkins HVAC engineering study, bid documentation, and project oversight (3-0)

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

The Board of Assessors voted 2-0 to endorse a Council on Aging and Human Services proposal to help seniors with income below the median and tax bills exceeding 10% of gross income. The measure would be funded by an ARPA grant for two years, then from the board's overlay account. The board also discussed interim property value adjustments due to rising assessments and approved minutes from prior meetings.

• Endorsed COAHS senior tax relief proposal conditioned on ARPA grant (2-0)
• Approved minutes for open and executive sessions of September 21 (2-0)
• Moved to executive session to discuss assistant assessor candidate salary (2-0)

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

The Carlisle Town Governance Task Force met to review and edit its draft report, making word changes, fixing typos, and reorganizing sections and appendixes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, focused on finalizing the report for distribution.

• Approved minor word changes and typo fixes in Experiences section
• Decided to promote two subsections to main sections in report
• Reorganized and combined appendixes
• Added information about task force members' terms to appendixes
• Reworked History of Carlisle section
• Reworded Introduction
• Assigned renumbering and cross-reference tasks to members

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

The Select Board accepted Police Chief John Fisher's resignation after he accepted a position in Bedford, and approved early voting hours for the November 8, 2022 general election. The board also appointed Aubrey Thomas as Assistant Town Administrator, approved several committee appointments, and authorized $7,200 for recycling trailer maintenance.

• Accepted Police Chief John Fisher's resignation (unanimous)
• Approved early voting hours for Nov 8, 2022 general election (unanimous)
• Appointed Aubrey Thomas as Assistant Town Administrator (unanimous)
• Appointed Julie Durrell to Land Stewardship Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Ann Quenin and Preston Holleman to Cultural Council (unanimous)
• Appointed Glenn Reed to Environmental Sustainability Committee (unanimous)
• Approved $7,200 for recycling trailer maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved cemetery deed transfers for Paul Gill and David Spotts (unanimous)

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

The Board of Health voted to revoke the use permit for an accessory apartment at 27 Old East Street by June 30, 2023, unless a septic system certificate of compliance is issued, with two-person occupancy allowed in the interim. The board also authorized advertising for a Public Health Nurse at $50-$60/hour and directed a letter requesting reallocation of ARPA funds for expanded nursing hours. Discussion on Fern's Country Store's water and ice cream plans was tabled pending the owner's attendance at the next meeting.

• Revoked accessory apartment use permit at 27 Old East St. unless septic compliance by June 30, 2023 (3-1, Galligan dissenting)
• Authorized advertising for a Public Health Nurse at $50-$60/hour (unanimous)
• Authorized letter to Select Board requesting ARPA fund reallocation for expanded PHN hours (unanimous)
• Approved letter urging expeditious payment of overdue CAQ invoices for Benfield Farms (unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes of September 14, 2022 (unanimous)

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

The Concord and Carlisle School Committees held a joint meeting, approving the School Committee Protocols and Practices as amended and a staff request to enroll a child at CCHS with tuition waived. They also discussed capital planning, electric school buses, and strategic planning goals.

• Approved School Committee Protocols and Practices as amended (unanimous)
• Approved staff request to enroll child at CCHS 2022-2023 with tuition waived (unanimous)
• Approved open session minutes from 9.6.22 (unanimous)
• Approved workshop minutes from 8.23.22 as amended (unanimous)

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force meeting scheduled for September 27, 2022 was cancelled because the presenter could not attend. The meeting is being rescheduled for the following week.

• Cancelled the September 27, 2022 Public Safety Facilities Task Force meeting

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

The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services approved the August 16 minutes, the director's report, and the financial report by voice vote. The director reported that 5 of 11 ARPA rental assistance applicants have been approved, with rent reductions starting October 1. Other updates included a new website, successful senior events, and ongoing transportation and meal services.

• Approved August 16, 2022 minutes by voice vote
• Approved September 27, 2022 Director's Report by voice vote
• Approved September 27, 2022 Financial Report by voice vote

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

The ARPA Committee meeting originally scheduled for September 26, 2022 was rescheduled to September 28, 2022 at 11am. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Meeting rescheduled to September 28, 2022 at 11am

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force approved minutes from September 9 and 15, 2022, and continued reviewing and editing working documents on town governance recommendations. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving prior minutes and scheduling future meetings.

• Approved minutes of 9/9/22 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 9/15/22 (4-0)
• Adjourned at 11:09am (4-0)

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

The Conservation Commission voted unanimously to issue daily fines under the Carlisle Wetlands Protection Bylaw for unpermitted tree cutting at 271 Russell Street, after the property owner failed to comply with a May 2022 Enforcement Order. The Commission also approved several Notices of Intent, including a Standard Order of Conditions for a sunroom replacement at 442 Concord Street and a sewage system repair at 125 Craigie Circle, and continued multiple hearings. Additionally, the Commission voted to seek Select Board guidance before proceeding with a design amendment for the Greenough Dam spillway.

• Voted to issue daily fines for unpermitted tree cutting at 271 Russell Street (7-0)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for sunroom replacement at 442 Concord Street (7-0)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for sewage system repair at 125 Craigie Circle (6-0, one abstention)
• Approved red line plan change for underground electrical conduit at 19 Estabrook Road (7-0)
• Approved red line change for new water supply well at 147 Westford Street (7-0)
• Approved red line change for tree removal at 547 Westford Street (7-0)
• Authorized administrative approval for tree pruning at 52 Daniels Lane (6-0, one abstention)
• Voted to request Select Board guidance on Greenough Dam design amendment (7-0)

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

The committee approved the minutes of the September 8 meeting. The Historic Commission issued a Certificate of Appropriateness for the police station ramp, allowing a building permit to be obtained and installation to begin, though the contractor's September 30 deadline will not be met due to supply chain problems. Facility managers reported ongoing maintenance issues including a malfunctioning Town Hall RTU, rodent traps installed, and a quote for Greenough barn demolition. The committee will gather information on options for the DPW trailer sprinkler system and decide at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of the September 8, 2022 meeting (motion by Bill Risso, second by Steve Hinton, passed unanimously).
• Historic Commission issued a Certificate of Appropriateness for the police station ramp; building permit can now be obtained.
• Committee agreed not to make an issue with the contractor over the missed September 30 completion deadline for the ramp due to supply chain problems.
• Committee will gather information on three options for the DPW trailer sprinkler system and decide at the October 6 meeting.

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

The Carlisle Historical Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for window and door replacement at 46 Concord Street (5-0) and for an ADA ramp at the police station (5-0). A public hearing for a DISH Wireless antenna installation at 27 School Street was continued for further review.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for window and door replacement at 46 Concord Street (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for ADA ramp at 41 Lowell Street police station (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for DISH Wireless antenna installation at 27 School Street
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

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

The Board of Assessors met on September 21, 2022, and approved minutes from the August 19 meeting. They also signed and notarized an old property transfer document that had never been submitted. The board voted to enter executive session to interview two candidates for an assistant assessor position, then reconvened and adjourned.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (2-0)
• Signed and notarized old property transfer document
• Approved executive session to interview assistant assessor candidates (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

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

The Concord-Carlisle School Committee and Concord School Committee held a joint meeting via Zoom. The only substantive action was a unanimous vote to enter executive session under Open Meeting Law purposes 2 and 3 to discuss litigation strategy and nonunion personnel negotiations with the superintendent. No other decisions were made in open session.

• Entered executive session for litigation strategy and superintendent negotiations (7-0)

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

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust met on September 20, 2022, via Zoom. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussions. The Trust reviewed the Housing Production Plan forum, noted progress on the Benfield project, and discussed a privately-owned parcel offered for $2 million and potential town-owned properties for development.

• Approved August 16 meeting minutes (unanimous roll call)

Zoning Board of Appeals

Stacey and Dan Lennon are requesting a Special Permit to build a conforming addition/deck at the rear and a new entry at the front of their home. The property is located on a non-conforming lot with 197.3 feet of street frontage where 250 feet is required.

• Special Permit application for 195 Stearns Street
• Proposed addition/deck and new front entry

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

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a $50,000 transfer from reserve funds to the police salary and wages line to cover a shortfall from hiring additional officers. The committee also discussed the budget timeline, with a first draft expected in late November or December and the overall process pushed into January–March. Liaison assignments were reviewed, and the meeting adjourned at 8:23 PM.

• Approved $50,000 reserve fund transfer to police salary and wages line (unanimous)
• Discussed budget presentation dates, first draft in late Nov/Dec, process pushed to Jan–Mar
• Reviewed liaison assignments for each member

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

The Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals approved two special permits for additions to non-conforming structures. The first permit (application 2212) allows a 2-story addition at 566 Acton Street, increasing habitable space by 47% but not exceeding the 50% limit. The second permit (application 2211) allows a conforming addition and deck at 195 Stearns Street, increasing habitable space by 9.7%. Both decisions were unanimous. A discussion on changing the policy for business special permits was continued to the next meeting.

• Granted special permit for 2-story addition at 566 Acton Street (3-0)
• Granted special permit for addition/deck at 195 Stearns Street (3-0)
• Continued discussion on policy change for business special permits to next meeting

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

The Carlisle Environmental Sustainability Committee elected Debbie Bentley as chair and Christina Christodoulopoulos as vice chair unanimously. They also approved a rotating secretary position and a motion to format minutes per town requirements. The meeting was largely organizational, with discussions on outreach, budget, and future meetings, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected Debbie Bentley as chair and Christina Christodoulopoulos as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved rotating secretary position (unanimous)
• Approved minutes formatting per Town of Carlisle requirements (unanimous)
• Agreed to meet twice monthly on first and third Mondays
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force met and made progress on its final report, including real-time edits and a decision to remove the word 'outreach' from survey references. Members assigned outstanding work: Kyle Dalbec will handle survey citations and Paul Anagnostopoulos will handle interview-related items. No formal decisions were made beyond approving prior meeting minutes.

• Approved June 9 minutes with added reference info (4-0-1)
• Approved August 22 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved August 25 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved September 8 minutes (4-0-1)
• Removed 'outreach' from survey references by consensus
• Assigned citation work to Kyle Dalbec and interview items to Paul Anagnostopoulos

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

The committee approved the September 1 minutes and discussed plans for the Transfer Station Re-Opening Celebration Day on Oct. 22, including flyers, press releases, a raffle, and the purchase of compost buckets and refrigerator magnets. They also reviewed signage designs for the station, with two main signs to be placed on Lowell Rd and Elizabeth Ridge Rd, and noted a $7,200 cost for painting nine trailers, possibly funded from the sticker fund. A $1,000 anonymous donation was received for recycling efforts.

• Approved September 1, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Set main TS email to [email protected]
• Approved two TS DPW sign designs for Lowell Rd and Elizabeth Ridge Rd
• Planned painting of nine trailers at $7,200, possibly from sticker fund
• Scheduled Re-Opening Celebration Day for Oct. 22 with raffle and giveaways
• Ordered 10 compost buckets at $30 each for raffle and sale
• Ordered 1000 refrigerator magnets for event and sticker purchases
• Received $1,000 anonymous donation for recycling efforts

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

The Gleason Public Library Trustees met via Zoom and discussed a letter from the Historical Society regarding preservation of architectural features and artifacts in the renovation. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved August meeting minutes
• Discussed Historical Society letter on preserving fireplace, artifacts, and display cases
• Tentatively scheduled October 26 luncheon for staff and trustees
• Noted budget is on target
• Noted summer reading participation higher than pre-pandemic
• Discussed donor levels for fundraising
• Agreed to review library policy on naming opportunities at a future meeting
• Martha will generate paperwork for children's librarian vacation time for trustee review

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

The Board of Health approved a local waiver allowing a new septic system at 125 Craigie Circle to be located 51 feet from wetlands, despite Carlisle's usual 100-foot setback requirement. The board also approved the minutes from the August 22 meeting and received administrative updates on drought alerts, COVID-19 test kits, and a PFAS in drinking water presentation from the DEP.

• Approved a local waiver for 125 Craigie Circle to allow a new septic system 51 feet from wetlands, overriding the standard 100-foot setback
• Approved the minutes of the August 22, 2022 meeting as amended
• Received a DEP presentation on PFAS in drinking water, recorded and available on the town website
• Noted that Carlisle remains under a Level 3 Critical Drought Alert as of September 8, 2022
• Accepted 2,700 COVID-19 test kits from the state, with the health agent taking an additional 1,000 for distribution
• Discussed plans for two individuals to attend the Massachusetts Health Officers Association conference on October 26-27, funded by PHEP 4AB

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

The Carlisle School Committee unanimously approved the Grade 6 Nature's Classroom overnight field trip to take place September 27-30, 2022. The committee also discussed several informational items including a staffing update, health office COVID guidance, budget updates, facilities projects, and internal security camera considerations. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned to executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations.

• Approved overnight Grade 6 Nature's Classroom field trip Sept 27-30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $3.1 million
• Adjourned to executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations (5-0)

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

The Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee approved a report on CR #15 and #17 off River Rd, with edits distinguishing brush piles on vs. at the edge of the conservation restriction. A letter to the Riverloft Association landowner was drafted and will be finalized and mailed. No decisions were made on CR #70 (pending state approval) or CR #32 (80 Russell St) due to a funding impasse for a survey. A site visit to CR #64 was scheduled for October 16th.

• Approved report on CR #15 and #17 with edits (unanimous)
• Drafted and finalized letter to Riverloft Association regarding brush piles
• Scheduled inspection of CR #64 for October 16th at 10am (pending landowner agreement)

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

The Select Board unanimously voted to appoint Aubrey Thomas as Assistant Town Administrator, subject to a background check and negotiations. The board also issued a proclamation honoring the 50th anniversary of the Carlisle Mosquito newspaper and recognized the Castle Playground Committee for building a new playground. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included committee discussions and reports.

• Appointed Aubrey Thomas as Assistant Town Administrator (5-0)
• Issued proclamation for Carlisle Mosquito's 50th anniversary
• Recognized Castle Playground Committee for volunteer efforts

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

The Land Stewardship Committee voted unanimously to send a revised invasive plant management proposal for Towle Field to the Conservation Commission for discussion. The committee also approved sending a proposal for t-posts to protect sensitive areas at Foss Farm, with one abstention. No final contracts were awarded; both items are pending further review.

• Approved sending revised invasive removal proposal for Towle Field to Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Approved sending t-post barrier proposal for Foss Farm to Conservation Commission (all in favor, Ognibene abstained)

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

The Concord School Committee voted 4-1 to reaffirm the Concord Middle School Educational Plan as written in January 2021, opposing any amendments that would adversely affect its implementation. The committee also approved six CCHS overnight trips, the CCHS and CMS handbooks, an increase in substitute teacher pay to $130 per day, and $853,665 in borrowing for the CCHS access road reconstruction. The CMS building project faces a $5 million budget overrun due to inflation and supply chain issues, with value engineering underway.

• Reaffirmed CMS Educational Plan (4-1), opposing amendments that would harm implementation
• Approved six CCHS overnight trips for 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved CCHS Handbook (unanimous)
• Approved CMS Handbook (unanimous)
• Approved increase in short-term substitute teacher pay to $130 per day (unanimous)
• Authorized $853,665 in borrowing for CCHS access road reconstruction (unanimous)
• Appointed entire School Committee to Policy Subcommittee with Carrie Rankin as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed warrant signatories for CPS and CCRSD (unanimous)

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force met without a quorum, so no formal decisions were made. Members toured the police station and property with an architect as part of a program study.

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

The Governance Task Force focused on drafting its report, completing discussions on general administrative recommendations, the Town Meeting warrant creation process, and Select Board policy planning. Discussion began on financial and land-use management recommendations. No substantive decisions were made; minutes approval was deferred to the final meeting.

• Deferred approval of outstanding minutes to last meeting
• Completed discussions on general administrative recommendations
• Completed discussions on Town Meeting warrant creation process
• Completed discussions on Select Board policy planning
• Began discussion on financial management recommendations
• Began discussion on land-use management recommendations
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

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

The ARPA Committee reviewed status updates on approved projects, including nutrition support, mental health counseling, rental assistance, and the Clark Room floor installation. The committee did not approve prior meeting minutes as they were not distributed; approval was deferred to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned with a motion passed 3-0.

• Deferred approval of prior meeting minutes to the next meeting due to lack of distribution.
• Reviewed ARPA project expenditure report as of September 7, 2022, provided by the Town Accountant.
• Noted that Heart to Home meals provided 1,472 meals to 18 participants as of September 8.
• Noted that mental health counseling provided 33 sessions to 5 participants.
• Noted that rental assistance for 11 qualified participants begins October 1, 2022.
• Noted that Clark Room floor installation is scheduled for October 3, 2022.
• Reviewed CPS Wilkins HVAC project: Denron proposal under review by NV5 engineering firm.
• Reviewed Carlisle Cultural Council grants awarded: $2,400 for Savoyard Light Opera, $14,883 for Carlisle Chamber Orchestra, $10,667 for Carlisle Old Home Day Association, $5,153 for Carlisle Communications, Inc.

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

The Recreation Commission discussed a resident's concern about off-leash dogs on the soccer field at Banta Davis and decided to replace the 'No Dogs' signs that had been removed. The commission also reviewed updates on the Castle playground, which is on schedule for substantial completion by September 25, and discussed repairs needed at Diment Park. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the May 24 and August 3 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 24 and August 3 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to replace 'No Dogs' signs at Banta Davis field
• Discussed but did not vote on Eagle Scout projects for Rory Park and Diment Park gazebo
• Discussed but did not vote on Diment Park repairs and potential reconfiguration
• Discussed but did not vote on Castle playground timeline and outdoor classroom
• Discussed but did not vote on kindergarten playground relocation and cost estimate
• Discussed but did not vote on field maintenance contract updates and budget
• Discussed but did not vote on dog park next steps and irrigation meeting

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

The group unanimously approved a motion to create a Notice of Intent (NOI) for mowing the Bog in Restoration area near Dam #1. They also discussed water management with the Hart Pond Dam Committee, pump house removal, and beaver control. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved motion to create NOI for mowing Bog in Restoration area (unanimous)
• Approved minutes as amended (unanimous)

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force met on September 9, 2022, but could not approve prior minutes due to a member's absence. The entire meeting was spent editing a working document, stopping at page 15. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned with a unanimous roll-call vote.

• Minutes not approved due to absence of member Dalbec
• Meeting spent editing 'combined revised recommendations 9-2-22 RV edits' document
• Editing stopped at Town Meeting items, just before section B
• Vieira to accept all changes up to part B and submit for review on September 12
• Motion to adjourn at 10:04am passed unanimously (4-0)

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

The Town Governance Task Force met remotely to continue work on its final report. Members edited the 'CGTF Experiences' section and discussed the 'Recommendation' section, deciding that the Personnel Bylaw should not include a disciplinary policy. They also agreed to include original warrant articles in an appendix and refer to them from the recommendation. No substantive decisions were made beyond report edits.

• Decided to describe the tight timeframe of the first year in the 'CGTF Experiences' section
• Decided that the Personnel Bylaw should not include a disciplinary policy
• Decided to include original warrant articles in an appendix and refer to them from the 'Recommendation' section
• Decided to refer to the group as 'Task Force' in the report

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

The Commission approved a Standard Order of Conditions for a swimming pool at 66 Lion's Gate Road, requiring chain-link fencing within the buffer zone and preservation of four trees. It also authorized the Conservation Administrator to inform the owner of 271 Russell Street that daily fines may be issued if enforcement order requirements are not met by September 22. Several other hearings were continued, and routine administrative items were approved.

• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for pool at 66 Lion's Gate Road with conditions: chain-link fencing in buffer zone, 18-inch granite boundary reveal, additional marker, and preservation of trees 1, 2, 3, and 6 (4-0)
• Authorized Administrator to inform 271 Russell Street owner of potential daily fines if enforcement order not complied with by September 22 (4-0)
• Approved red line changes to Order of Conditions for 19 Estabrook Road: remove wire mesh from fencing, vista pruning, revised planting plan (4-0)
• Approved Land Use Permit for Boy Scout Troop 135 to hold meetings at Foss Farm (4-0)
• Recommended Dan Cook for appointment to SuAsCo Wild & Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council (4-0)
• Accepted Tree Removal Guidelines and Application for homeowners (4-0)
• Approved bills and minutes of 6/9/2022, 6/30/2022, 7/21/2022 (4-0)
• Authorized Administrator to sign documents on behalf of Commission (4-0)

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)

The Environmental Sustainability Committee held a brainstorming session on September 7, 2022, discussing potential priorities such as renewing Green Communities status, adopting a stretch code, and public outreach. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was entirely procedural and exploratory.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this meeting

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force held an executive session to discuss an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by John Lavery regarding the April 11, 2022 executive session minutes. The task force voted unanimously to authorize Chair Christine Lear to work with town counsel to prepare and issue a response to the complaint and to amend the April 11 executive session minutes. The task force also noted that Lavery had not filed the complaint with the Town Clerk as required, but chose to respond anyway.

• Voted unanimously to enter executive session to consider an Open Meeting Law complaint from John Lavery.
• Voted unanimously to authorize Chair Christine Lear to work with town counsel to prepare and issue a response to the complaint.
• Voted unanimously to amend the April 11, 2022 executive session minutes and have them posted through the Town Clerk's office.
• Voted unanimously to exit executive session and reconvene in open session at 1:29 pm.

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

The Concord-Carlisle School Committee and Concord School Committee held a joint meeting on September 6, 2022. The only substantive action was a unanimous vote to enter executive session under Open Meeting Law purposes 3 (litigation strategy) and 2 (nonunion personnel negotiations), with no return to open session. No other decisions or discussions were recorded in the minutes.

• Unanimously approved entering executive session for litigation strategy and nonunion personnel negotiations

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

The Carlisle Cultural Council approved up to $650 for a September grantee reception, with $300 for musicians and up to $350 for food and promotion, using state and local funds. Officers for FY23 were elected: Mark Levitan as Chair, Dan Lennon as Vice-Chair, Jenn Albanese and Debbie Bentley as Co-Clerks, and Alain Bojarski as Treasurer. The council also noted $5,500 in state funds available for the annual grant cycle, with an October 17 deadline, and discussed ARPA grant phases and a required community survey due in Spring 2023.

• Approved $300 for musicians and up to $350 for food/promotion for September grantee reception (4-0)
• Elected FY23 officers: Chair Mark Levitan, Vice-Chair Dan Lennon, Co-Clerks Jenn Albanese and Debbie Bentley, Treasurer Alain Bojarski (4-0)
• Approved 8/12/22 minutes
• Noted $5,500 state allocation for annual grant cycle with October 17 deadline
• Discussed Phase 1 ARPA grants (all grantees notified) and Phase 2 (to be determined)
• Agreed to support Old Home Day 2023 MCC Festival Grant application this winter
• Noted community survey required by MCC every 3 years, due Spring 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

The Town Governance Task Force met on September 1, 2022, and discussed the September 13 deadline for its report, agreeing it was a self-imposed goal. Members reached consensus on proposed updates to the Town Administrator Bylaw and decided to organize recommendations by those requiring Town Meeting action versus those that officials can implement directly. The task force also discussed whether to include response breakdown data for survey questions, but agreed to revisit that for a possible supplemental publication. No formal votes were taken on these substantive items.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022 (4-0).
• Approved minutes of August 11, 2022 (4-0).
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2022 (4-0, with one abstention).
• Agreed to revisit inclusion of survey response breakdown data in a supplemental publication.
• Agreed to incorporate proposed updates to the draft Town Administrator Bylaw.
• Agreed that Member Cruise would consolidate a new recommendations section, sorting by those requiring Town Meeting action and those that can be undertaken directly by officials.
• Adjourned at 10:45am (4-0).

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

The committee approved minutes from August 4 and discussed updates on facility improvements, including trailer painting and signage. A grand opening event is scheduled for October 22, with plans for educational activities, giveaways, and volunteer shifts. No formal votes were taken on substantive decisions beyond approving the prior meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 4, 2022 (unanimous)

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force reviewed draft space programs for a new fire station and police station, presented by Johnson Roberts Associates. The fire program assumes a two-story building with 29,000 square feet, while the police program is generic pending a site visit. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural, including approval of prior minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 16 and 23, 2022, unanimously

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force canceled its joint meeting with the Select Board on August 29, 2022, because it lacked a quorum. No formal decisions were made; only an informal discussion about the Task Force Report and draft warrant articles occurred.

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

The Select Board unanimously voted to cancel the October Fall Town Meeting, citing that the two remaining articles (Greenough Barn funding and Martin Street scenic road designation) were not urgent enough to warrant a special meeting. The board also made several appointments to town committees, accepted a resignation, and approved routine administrative items including police details for the September 6 election and a proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

• Cancelled October Fall Town Meeting (5-0)
• Appointed Heidi Sjoberg to Finance Committee through June 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Appointed six members to Environmental Sustainability Committee through June 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Christine Johnson as Affordable Housing Trust Rep to Community Preservation Committee through June 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Wendy Barrow from Council on Aging (5-0)
• Approved police detail for Sept 6 election and designated Chief of Police as appointing authority (5-0)
• Approved time and route for Ride to Defeat ALS on Sept 18 (5-0)
• Proclaimed September 2022 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Carlisle (5-0)

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

The Carlisle Trails Committee approved the July 8 meeting minutes as amended. Members reported on ongoing projects including Cross Street Pathway Bridges, boardwalk repairs, and a new trail easement at Valentine Trail. No formal votes on expenditures or contracts were recorded.

• Approved July 8 meeting minutes as amended

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force reached consensus not to forward any warrant articles to the Select Board for the fall Special Town Meeting, citing a lack of substantive feedback from the Finance Committee and the need for the new Town Administrator, Select Board, and Town Counsel to finalize bylaw language. The group will instead complete its final report by September 13, 2022, for the Select Board to consider. No formal vote was taken on this decision.

• Consensus reached not to submit warrant articles to Select Board (no vote taken)
• Approved minutes of 8/22/22 (4-0)
• Agreed to complete final report by 9/13/22 for Select Board's potential use
• Agreed that any articles moved by Select Board should not be attributed to Task Force

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

The Municipal Facilities Committee discussed several facility maintenance issues, including the need to rebid the DPW sprinkler system after receiving no bids, and agreed to have the town facility manager contact engineering firms to design the project. The committee also noted the lowest bidder for the police station ramp installation was notified, with a goal to complete it before winter for accessibility. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the August 11 minutes unanimously.

• Approved minutes from August 11 meeting unanimously
• Discussed rebidding DPW sprinkler system after no bids received
• Agreed to have facility manager contact engineering firms for DPW project design
• Noted lowest bidder for police station ramp install was notified
• Discussed replacing fan coil units at library, with $20K design estimate from BLW Engineering

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

The joint Concord-Carlisle and Concord School Committees approved a consent agenda (6-0) that included surplusing books and chairs, approving FY22 trust fund interest distributions, accepting a donation from the Concord Carlisle Community Chest, approving a driver recruitment incentive plan, establishing a non-resident tuition revolving fund, approving a staff request to enroll a child in CPS, and appointing Robert Conry as Chief Procurement Officer. The committees also discussed FY23 goal setting, with common themes including communications, diversity/equity/inclusion, student success, and budget/fiscal sustainability.

• Approved consent agenda items A-H (6-0): surplus books and chairs at CCHS, FY22 trust fund interest distributions, donation from Concord Carlisle Community Chest, driver recruitment incentive plan, non-resident tuition revolving fund, staff child enrollment request, and appointment of Robert Conry as Chief Procurement Officer
• Approved CSC minutes from 7/14/22 (5-0)
• Approved CCSC minutes from 5/10/22, 5/13/22, 5/16/22, 5/18/22, 5/24/22, 6/7/22, and 6/14/22 (6-0)

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

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees held a joint workshop to review a self-evaluation facilitated by the Massachusetts Association of School Committees. MASC representatives presented observations and recommendations, including improving communication among committee members and with the public, clarifying fiduciary responsibilities, and ensuring presentations are accessible to non-experts. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the workshop was solely for discussion.

• No decisions were made; the workshop was a discussion-only session.
• MASC representatives recommended improving onboarding for new members and clarifying communication protocols.
• The committees discussed the need for presentations to avoid jargon and relate to the strategic plan.
• MASC noted that no bill should be paid without School Committee or designee approval.
• The workshop adjourned at 5:32 PM on a motion by Mr. Booth.

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force met without a quorum and did not make any formal decisions. Members walked the state park property to assess its potential use for public safety facilities or as a temporary site for the fire department if the current site is recommended for updates.

• No formal decisions made due to lack of quorum

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

The Town Governance Task Force met to discuss ongoing pushback from the Finance Committee on proposed budget-process changes and to prepare for a presentation to the Select Board on August 29. Members reviewed draft reports and agreed to include references to other towns' practices. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved minutes of 1-July-2022 (4-0)
• Motion to adjourn approved (4-0)

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

The Board of Health unanimously approved new regulations and a fee schedule for large developments, as proposed by the Large Development Work Group. They also authorized Ann Loree of the Great Meadows Public Health Collaborative to act as the Board's agent for inspections. No formal water restrictions were issued, but residents were encouraged to conserve water due to drought conditions.

• Approved new large development regulations and fee schedule (unanimous)
• Authorized Ann Loree as Board of Health agent for inspections (unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes of 7/13/22 (unanimous)
• Approved letter acknowledging reorganization of Medical Reserve Corps (unanimous)
• Encouraged water conservation but issued no formal drought restrictions

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

The Board of Assessors approved routine paperwork to write off small sums of uncollectible personal property debt. They discussed sending notification letters to homeowners about upcoming field assessments and agreed to publish a notice in the Mosquito. The board also reviewed progress on cyclical reassessments, which are at 44% and need to reach 100%, and set a goal to complete interim assessments by early December. No further action was needed on the 2 James Street, Billerica property, as state law governs taxation.

• Approved write-off of uncollectible personal property debt (2-0)
• Agreed to send notification letters and publish notice in the Mosquito for field assessments
• Set goal to complete interim assessments by early December
• Concluded no further action needed on 2 James Street, Billerica property
• Approved minutes of July 22 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:00 am (3-0)

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

The committee approved minutes and discussed signage delays due to invalid QR codes. They agreed on an October 22 launch date for transfer station changes, with celebratory events to be finalized. New containers for bulbs and batteries were ordered, and a sorting document is under review.

• Approved minutes of August 4, 2022 (unanimous)
• Ordered new containers for bulbs and batteries
• Agreed to October 22 launch date for transfer station changes
• Decided to ask staff to place unclaimed textiles in textiles bins instead of solid waste
• Approved purchase of shelving unit for books/media area in swap shop

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

The Carlisle Conservation Commission held a remote meeting on August 18, 2022, and voted to continue several hearings to September due to time constraints and the need for site visits. The Commission also approved signatory authorization for the Administrator, approved bills, recommended Julie Durrell for the Land Stewardship Committee, issued an amended Enforcement Order for 42 Bingham Road, and denied a red line change at 19 Estabrook Road. Several items were deferred to future meetings.

• Authorized Administrator to sign documents on behalf of the Commission (4-0)
• Approved bills including payroll, rubbish, and herbicide treatments (4-0)
• Recommended Julie Durrell for appointment to Land Stewardship Committee (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 384 River Road tree removal to September 8 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 42 Bingham Road home construction to September 8 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 66 Lion's Gate Road pool construction to September 8 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 44 Bedford Road garage construction to September 8 (4-0)
• Issued amended Enforcement Order for 42 Bingham Road to allow wetland replication prep work (4-0)

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

The Public Safety Facilities Task Force met jointly with the Municipal Facilities group and heard a presentation from the Affordable Housing Trust on town-owned and potentially available land parcels that could serve as sites for public safety buildings. No decisions were made; members discussed prioritizing properties, scheduling a walk of Gage Woodland, and contacting owners of private parcels for long-term possibilities. The meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved minutes from May 9 and July 29, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Discussed 10 town-owned land parcels for potential public safety building sites
• Scheduled a walk of Gage Woodland on August 23, pending permission for access via state land
• Agreed to contact owners of 55, 65, and 175 Lowell Street about long-term interest

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

The Carlisle Council on Aging approved a $15,000 transfer from Mental Health Virtual Counseling to Senior Nutrition to continue the Heart to Home Meals program through FY23, and approved $12,500 for new flooring and chairs for the Clark Room. The board also voted Toni McBride as Vice Chair and John Ballantine as a full board member. All other items were informational or routine.

• Approved $15,000 ARPA transfer from Mental Health Virtual Counseling to Senior Nutrition (voice vote)
• Approved $12,500 for new flooring and chairs for Clark Room (voice vote)
• Voted Toni McBride as Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Voted John Ballantine as full board member (voice vote)
• Accepted June 28, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted August 16, 2022 Director's Report (voice vote)

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

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust met on August 16, 2022, and decided to postpone nominating officers until the September meeting. They approved the June 21 (as corrected) and July 19 meeting minutes. No other formal decisions were made; discussions covered rental assistance, property updates, and an upcoming housing production plan forum.

• Officer nominations postponed to September meeting
• Approved June 21 minutes as corrected and July 19 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Carlisle Finance Committee interviewed two candidates for an open committee position and unanimously voted to recommend Heidi Sjoberg to the Select Board. The committee also discussed a proposal to increase the Town Administrator's role in budgeting, supporting the objective but raising concerns about using a bylaw change for operational changes. Minutes from July 25 were approved unanimously.

• Approved July 25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Heidi Sjoberg to Select Board for FinCom position (unanimous)
• Discussed, but did not vote on, proposal to increase Town Administrator's budgeting role

Cultural Council

The Carlisle Cultural Council approved funding for four ARPA Phase 1 grant applications, with grants funded at 100% up to $10,000 and 50% for amounts above that. The motion passed 4-0-1, with Jenn Albanese abstaining. The council also discussed plans for a September grantee reception and considered applying for an MCC ARPA recovery grant.

• Approved ARPA Phase 1 grants at 100% up to $10K and 50% above (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes from 6/9, 7/12, 7/29
• Set September grantee reception for 2020-22 recipients, open to public
• Decided no changes to MCC annual grant cycle priorities
• Adjourned at 9:18 AM

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force met on August 11, 2022, and discussed updates to several Town Meeting warrant articles, including the Finance Committee, Town Administrator, and Town Clerk articles. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural. The group reached a general consensus that the Finance Committee article would stand alone, not contingent on the Town Administrator article.

• Consensus reached that Finance Committee article will not be contingent on Town Administrator article
• Town Administrator article will not include budgetary responsibility; effective date noted as 7/1/2023 in warrant language
• Town Clerk article kept for now, likely moved to Spring Annual Town Meeting
• Meeting adjourned by roll call vote (4-0)

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

The Carlisle Community Preservation Committee approved the July meeting minutes and set new application deadlines for two funding cycles: January 10 for the April Town Meeting and July 10 for a Fall Town Meeting. The committee also discussed membership changes, reviewed project balances, and agreed to draft a new application memo and update the Community Preservation Plan.

• Approved July meeting minutes with edits (unanimous)
• Set application deadlines: Jan 10 for April Town Meeting, Jul 10 for Fall Town Meeting
• Agreed to draft new application memo based on models from nearby communities
• Agreed to update Community Preservation Plan
• Agreed to request reports from next Housing Trust representative on rental assistance, housing development, and Benfield Leaching projects

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

The Municipal Facilities Committee voted to accept the lowest bid of $103,200 from Kneeland Construction Corp for the Police Station ramp, despite a technical violation of bid copy requirements. Town Counsel advised the violation was not statutory, so the bid was accepted. Other reports covered maintenance items and ongoing projects.

• Accepted Kneeland Construction Corp bid for Police Station ramp at $103,200 (4-0-1, Risso abstained)
• Noted technical bid violation (only one copy submitted) but accepted per Town Counsel advice
• Heard reports on library, Bog House, police station, town hall, DPW, and school maintenance
• Carrie Patel agreed to take minutes starting next meeting

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.

The Carlisle Select Board approved several items, including shifting $15,000 in ARPA funds from mental health counseling to senior nutrition, approving up to $12,500 for Clark Room flooring and chairs, ratifying a three-year police union contract, and adopting FY2023 board goals. The board also approved updated Transfer Station regulations, an Eversource conduit installation, and the Environmental Sustainability Committee charge.

• Approved ARPA funding shift: +$15,000 to Nutrition Support for Seniors (total $25,000), -$15,000 from Online Mental Health Counseling (total $15,000) (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA funding up to $12,500 for Clark Room flooring and stacking chairs (unanimous)
• Ratified police union contract with Town of Carlisle through June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved updated Transfer Station Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Eversource grant of location for conduit on Acton Street (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Sustainability Committee charge (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2023 Select Board Goals (unanimous)
• Appointed Christine Johnson-Battista to Affordable Housing Trust (unanimous)

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

The committee approved July minutes, discussed Towle Field mowing and poison ivy treatment, and planned protection for sensitive areas at Foss Farm. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made on using driveway markers for fencing and drafting a sign for Towle Field.

• Approved July 12, 2022 minutes as amended
• Decided to use driveway markers or small stakes for Foss Farm sensitive area fencing
• Agreed to draft a sign for Towle Field explaining new mowing protocol
• Planned to mark poison ivy areas before herbicide treatment
• Discussed fall mowing of Towle Field in three sections over multiple years

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

The Transfer Station Action Committee approved a style guide for new Transfer Station signs and reviewed mock-ups of additional signs, approving them with minor changes. The committee also discussed plans for a symbolic 're-opening event' in October and agreed to install new signs just before the event. No public comments were made, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022, as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Transfer Station signage style guide by consensus
• Approved mock-ups of additional signs with minor changes by consensus
• Agreed to install new signs just prior to the re-opening event
• Agreed that final drafts of signs will be reviewed by T. Bilotta, C. Lear, D. Scholten, J. Petrie, and B. Arnold before next order

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

The Gleason Public Library Trustees met via Zoom on August 4, 2022, approving the July minutes. The director reported the budget is on track, and the board discussed several facility and operational updates, including a planned roof replacement, ventilation unit installation, and potential PFAS system. The trustees reviewed the meeting room policy, which now restricts use to non-profit groups, and discussed multiple fundraising avenues toward a $3M goal, but no formal fundraising decisions were made.

• Approved July 2022 meeting minutes
• Reviewed updated meeting room policy (non-profit groups only)
• Discussed forgiving ~$2,000 in patron fines to purge MVLC accounts
• Discussed potential PFAS system installation and mechanical room expansion
• Noted new hearing loops installed at circulation and reference desks
• Discussed cutting underused periodical subscriptions due to rising print costs
• Discussed forming a fundraising committee and pursuing grants (MBLC, Mass Cultural Council, ADA, CPA, Boston Foundation)

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

The ARPA Committee voted to recommend the Select Board reallocate $15,000 in ARPA funds from the Online Mental Health Counseling COVID Program to Nutrition Support for Seniors in Need, and to approve $12,500 for replacing the Clark Room floor and stacking chairs. Both recommendations will be presented to the Select Board on August 9, 2022. Prior meeting minutes were not reviewed due to lack of distribution.

• Recommended Select Board decrease Online Mental Health Counseling funding from $30k to $15k and increase Nutrition Support for Seniors in Need from $10k to $25k (2-0)
• Recommended Select Board approve $12.5k for Clark Room floor and stacking chairs (2-0)

Recreation Commission

The Carlisle Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the Brick Building roof and other matters. The agenda is minimal and mostly procedural, with no detailed items or decisions listed.

• Discussion of Brick Building roof

The Recreation Commission approved moving forward with Express Roofing's quote of $8,335 (after a $1,000 discount) to replace the Brick Building roof, pending School Department approval. The motion was made by Courtney Bittelari and seconded by Phil Gibson, with all members in favor. The commission also discussed temporary storage of dismantled kindergarten playground equipment and an irrigation Wi-Fi issue at Banta Davis.

• Approved Express Roofing quote of $8,335 for Brick Building roof replacement, pending School Department approval (all in favor)
• Discussed temporary storage of kindergarten playground equipment near water treatment building at Banta Davis
• Discussed irrigation Wi-Fi issue at Banta Davis; Phil to contact Michael Hightower and possibly Ben Lawhorn

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

The Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee approved the monitoring report for CR #32 (80 Russell St) with minor edits, and accepted the June 15, 2022 minutes as amended. The committee decided to postpone the August site inspection due to weather, scheduling it for September or October. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were updates on ongoing correspondence and outreach.

• Approved CR #32 (80 Russell St) monitoring report with minor edits
• Accepted June 15, 2022 minutes as amended
• Postponed August site inspection to September or October

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application. The applicant is seeking to build a 2-story addition to a non-conforming structure.

• Special Permit application (file 2210 SP) for Eric Daum at 566 Acton Street

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

The Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals voted 4-0 to continue the public hearing for a special permit application at 566 Acton Street to allow the applicant to revise plans after the Board disputed the floor area calculations. The Board also discussed an unresolved issue regarding the length of a special permit to operate a business and assigned a member to document it. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued public hearing for special permit application 2210 at 566 Acton Street (4-0)
• Delayed approval of July 19, 2022 minutes until next meeting
• Directed Member Lee to document unresolved special permit duration issue

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force canceled its meeting originally scheduled for Friday, July 29, 2021 at 9am. No substantive decisions were made, as the meeting did not occur.

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

The Carlisle Cultural Council approved spending $89.94 from administrative funds for a Zoom account (5-0). They reviewed four ARPA grant applications and discussed planning for next year's music festival, which cost $11K. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2022.

• Approved $89.94 for first year of Council Zoom account (5-0)
• Postponed approval of minutes to 8/12/22 meeting
• Reviewed 4 ARPA grant applications (no vote taken)

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

The joint meeting of the Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee approved a structural engineering study of the Carlisle Fire Department by ROOME & GUARRACINO, LLC, not to exceed $5,000, with a unanimous vote. They also approved minutes from five prior meetings. The group discussed scheduling a police station review and next steps, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $5,000 structural engineering study for Fire Department (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 9, May 23, June 14, June 28, July 20, 2022 (4-0)

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

The joint School Committee Special Education Subcommittee (SESC) and Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC) met to plan for the 2022-2023 school year. They discussed what worked well the previous year, identified setting clear, measurable goals, and defined the roles of SEPAC and the SESC subcommittee. Future meeting schedules were discussed, but no formal decisions were made.

• Discussed planning for 2022-2023 meeting schedule and goals
• Identified setting clear, measurable goals for the upcoming year
• Defined roles of SEPAC and SESC subcommittee

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

The Select Board unanimously approved the contract for incoming Town Administrator Ryan McLane, who starts August 22. The board also reviewed and agreed on a draft list of Fiscal Year 2023 goals, with final approval scheduled for the September 13 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Town Administrator Ryan McLane's contract (unanimous)
• Agreed on draft FY23 goals; final approval set for 9/13/2022

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

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a year-end reserve fund transfer of $6,600 to cover a library shortfall caused by a miscalculated part-time position. The committee also approved the June 27, 2022 meeting minutes and discussed upcoming meetings and state aid figures.

• Approved June 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $6,600 year-end reserve fund transfer for library shortfall (unanimous)

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

The Carlisle Board of Assessors approved a $10,000 work order for Patriot Properties to perform cyclical field assessments on 400 parcels, and approved a $2,500 tax abatement for two town-owned parcels. The board also discussed depreciation issues, a potential Chapter Land Classification problem, and a property on the Carlisle/Billerica line that may be taxable by Carlisle.

• Approved $10,000 work order for Patriot Properties field assessments (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 abatement for parcels 26-20-B & 35-13-AL (3-0)
• Approved June 28 meeting minutes (2-0, Yeyinmen abstaining)

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force discussed discrepancies between the Personnel Bylaw and Personnel Board Bylaw and determined the Select Board should ask Town Counsel to address the issue for the Fall Special Town Meeting. The Task Force approved minutes from two prior meetings and made no decisions on the final report.

• Approved 6/16/22 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)
• Approved 7/14/22 meeting minutes with amendment (4-0)
• Referred personnel bylaw conflict to Select Board for Town Counsel review
• Agreed Select Board should sponsor any warrant article to remove bylaw section 3.25

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

The Transfer Station Action Committee approved the color schemes for proposed signage and discussed updates on various projects, including newspaper bins, the Swap Shop, and contaminated drums. The committee also reviewed proposed regulations with the Select Board and discussed composting and publicity efforts. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Approved sign color schemes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Discussed proposed regulations with Select Board (no vote)
• Discussed signage revisions and attendant identification (no vote)

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

The Commission voted unanimously to instruct the Conservation Administrator to inform MassDEP of a discrepancy in a Superseding Order of Conditions for 63 Old East Street, where the DEP referenced an earlier plan instead of the approved Plan of Record. Several public hearings were continued to later dates, and the Commission adopted a new requirement for hard copy proof of abutter notification with all future submissions. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were tabled or continued.

• Voted to authorize Administrator to sign documents (unanimous)
• Approved bills including $293.00 Mosquito invoices, $845.00 MACC dues, $20.00 MSMCP dues (unanimous)
• Tabled minutes of 6/9/22 and 6/30/22 to next meeting
• Tabled Tree Removal Guidelines review to next meeting
• Rescheduled September meeting from Sept 29 to Sept 22
• Voted to instruct Administrator to inform DEP of SOC discrepancy at 63 Old East Street (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Derek Zanga (South Street) to Sept 22 at 7:15 p.m.
• Continued hearing for Chris Buono (0 South St) to Sept 22 at 7:15 p.m.

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

The Carlisle Historical Commission voted 5-0 to issue a Certificate of Non-Applicability for exterior painting at 8 Lowell Street (Fern's), using specified Benjamin Moore colors. The commission also discussed but did not vote on a window and door replacement application for 46 Concord Street, scheduling a vote for September 21. Procedural updates included approving June minutes and discussing administrative matters.

• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for exterior painting at 8 Lowell Street (5-0)
• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled vote on Certificate of Appropriateness for 46 Concord Street until September 21
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

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

The joint meeting of the Public Safety Facilities Task Force and Municipal Facilities Committee consisted of a tour of the Carlisle Fire Department with staff from Johnson Roberts & Associates. No formal decisions were made; the minutes were later unanimously approved on July 29, 2022.

• Approved minutes of July 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding an application from Phyllis Rothschild. The applicant is seeking a Special Permit and Variance to build a pool closer to the lot line than current zoning allows.

• Public hearing for 347 Elizabeth Ridge Road (File 2209 SP) to build a pool within 15 feet of the lot line where 40 feet is required

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application for 547 Westford Street. The applicants are seeking to replace a screen porch with a two-story addition.

• Special Permit application (file 2208 SP) for a two-story addition at 547 Westford Street
• Request to allow a 38.4-foot setback from the lot line where 40 feet is required

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

The Carlisle Zoning Board of Appeals approved all four applications before it: a special permit to rebuild a barn as an office, a variance for a carport, a special permit for a two-story addition, and a variance for a pool. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The board also approved prior meeting minutes and closed each public hearing after deliberation.

• Granted special permit to rebuild barn at 307 Cross Street as office (3-0)
• Granted variance for carport at 352 School Street, 18 ft from lot line (3-0)
• Granted special permit for two-story addition at 547 Westford Street (3-0)
• Granted variance for pool at 347 Elizabeth Ridge Road, 33 ft from lot line (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 6, 2022, as amended

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)

The Carlisle School Committee unanimously approved minutes from June 1, 2022, and two Special Education Subcommittee meetings, and accepted a donated podium from Town Moderator Wayne Davis. The committee also discussed the Castle Playground demolition timeline, master planning for the Highland Building, and security camera considerations, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved SESC minutes from March 1 and March 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted podium donation from Wayne Davis (5-0)
• Adjourned to executive session to consider release of executive session minutes (unanimous)

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

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust met on July 19, 2022, and discussed updates on the Housing Production Plan, the Benfield septic system issue, and potential affordable housing sites. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Reviewed draft goals for Housing Production Plan (no vote)
• Discussed Benfield septic excess capacity issue (no action)
• Discussed potential 20-acre parcel for $450,000 (no action)
• Discussed 47 West Street conservation cluster proposal (no action)

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

The meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or discussed.

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

The Carlisle ARPA Committee approved using $5,000 in contingency/administration funds for a consultant to help the Council on Aging create rental assistance program guidelines. They also approved prior meeting minutes and reviewed the Select Board's approval of three ARPA projects. The committee discussed the Carlisle Cultural Council's Phase 1 grant process for revenue shortfall assistance.

• Approved June 13 and June 27, 2022 minutes (2-0)
• Approved $5k for COA rental assistance consultant (2-0)

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

The Carlisle Governance Task Force met remotely and made no formal decisions, as no minutes were approved. They discussed plans for the fall warrant, including submitting a Town Clerk article again, holding a joint meeting with the Finance Committee, and having the new Town Administrator review the Town Administrator article. They also reviewed various report sections and suggestions, but took no votes on substantive matters.

• No minutes approved
• Scheduled in-person outdoor meeting for July 21
• Decided to submit Town Clerk article again
• Decided to hold joint meeting with FinCom on warrant article
• Decided to include IT Director and committee suggestions in report

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

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting for an executive session. The discussion is limited to the discipline, dismissal, or complaints involving a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual.

• Executive session regarding personnel discipline, dismissal, or complaints

The Select Board held an executive session to hear Officer Paul Smith's appeal regarding complaints in his personnel file. The board voted unanimously to continue the session to August 9, 2022, to allow the police chief and Officer Smith's attorney to agree on language in the complaints. No final decision was made on the complaints or their removal from the personnel file.

• Voted unanimously to enter executive session for a disciplinary hearing (5-0)
• Voted unanimously to continue executive session to Aug. 9, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Voted unanimously to adjourn (5-0)

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

The Carlisle Board of Health met on July 13, 2022, and approved minutes from May 16 and June 8 with amendments. They also received updates on COVID-19 cases, testing discontinuation, and the availability of rapid tests, as well as progress reports on the Benfield Farms wastewater system and Woodward Village septic work. No new business was conducted.

• Approved 5/16/22 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 6/8/22 minutes as amended (3-0, Barry abstaining)