Carlisle public meetings in 2024

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Task Force will review a demonstration of CIMS cemetery management software and discuss a draft report with open items. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and planning next steps.

• CIMS cemetery management software demo and take-aways
• Discussion of report draft and open items
• Review and approval of meeting minutes
• Planning of next steps

Police Station Building Renovation Committee

The Police Station Building Renovation Committee will meet to discuss a project update and prioritize alternate bids for the renovation. The meeting includes community input and is held in a hybrid format at Town Hall.

• Prioritize Alternate Bids for the police station renovation project
• Project update on the renovation work

Affordable Housing Trust

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will discuss updates on several grants, including a vote to extend the Benfield Septic Grant expiration date. It will consider the potential use of a Housing Advocate/Facilitator under the Community Housing Development grant and the possibility of using administrative funds for future projects. Additional items include a Bog House update from Habitat for Humanity and an MBTA Communities update, followed by routine business such as goal setting, a treasurer’s report, approval of minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Vote to extend Benfield Septic Grant expiration date
• Potential use of a Housing Advocate/Facilitator under Grant Community Housing Development (2022-001)
• Consideration of using admin funds for potential projects
• Bog House update – Habitat for Humanity Drew Farm House visit
• MBTA Communities update

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The committee will receive project and liaison updates regarding the built, natural, and transportation environments. Discussions include zoning considerations for MBTA Communities and various municipal building upgrades.

• Environmental considerations for MBTA Communities zoning overlay
• PD, FD, and DPW building renovation and expansion
• CPS Brick Building heating system upgrade
• Library HVAC upgrade and possible roof solar
• Police cruiser charging infrastructure planning

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Carlisle Municipal Facilities Committee will discuss a new agreement with GGD for the Brick Building HVAC system and receive a DPW study presentation from Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo. The meeting also covers approval of past minutes, a report from the Facilities Manager, and updates on ongoing projects including Bog House propane heaters, Library HVAC, elevators, and Town Hall bathrooms. Public comments will be taken via chat.

• Brick Building HVAC – new agreement with GGD
• DPW study presentation by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo
• Ongoing projects: Bog House propane heaters, Library HVAC, elevators, Town Hall bathrooms
• Approve minutes of 11/05/24 meeting
• Report from Facilities Manager

Select Board

The Carlisle Select Board will meet remotely at 9:00 AM on December 18, 2024, solely for an executive session under MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy regarding pending claims by former employee Frank Sargent. The board will not return to open session, making this a fully closed meeting.

• Executive session for strategy discussion on pending claims by former employee Frank Sargent

Community Preservation Committee

The Carlisle Community Preservation Committee will vote on extending the term of a current CPA grant to CAHT. The committee will also discuss the spring town meeting schedule, the upcoming CPA funding cycle, and preparation of the 2024 CPA report.

• Vote on CAHT request to extend term of current CPA grant
• Spring Town Meeting update scheduled for Sunday afternoon, May 18
• Discussion of CPA funding cycle and potential grant requests
• 2024 CPA Report preparation and other business

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board will hold a remote meeting to review minutes from previous sessions. The session is limited to Zoom and includes no scheduled items.

• Review minutes from November 21, December 3, December 4, and December 9
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services will hold a regular meeting to receive staff and financial reports, along with updates from the Friends group and Minuteman Senior Services. The primary discussion item under old/new business is the next steps for the Community Center.

• Director’s Report by Carol Grueneich
• Social Worker’s Report by Kathleen Bond
• Financials presented by Elisa Bojarski
• Friends’ Report by Jean Bagnaschi
• Old/new business: Community Center next steps

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct a debrief and strategy discussion regarding budget presentations for marathon meetings. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the MBTA.

• Budget presentation debrief/strategy discussion
• MBTA question discussion

Recreation Commission

The subcommittee will meet to establish its goals, appoint a chairperson, and assign roles. The discussion includes reviewing survey results, accessibility, and funding for Diment Park.

• Appointment of a Chairperson
• Discussion of Survey Results
• Discussion of Accessibility and Funding

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will review Shared Streets and Spaces projects and continue a review of Complete Streets prioritized projects. Members will also discuss project scoring rubrics and review community submissions.

• Shared Streets and Spaces projects
• Complete Streets prioritized projects review
• Project scoring rubric/criteria discussion
• Review of community submissions

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Joint School Committee will meet with the Concord Finance Committee and Select Board. Discussion topics include the FY26 Capital Budget process, an update on Doug White Field, and the Town Owned Land Use Matrix.

• FY26 Capital Budget Process discussion
• Doug White Field update
• Town Owned Land Use Matrix discussion

Cultural Council

The Council will review the status of FY25 grant awards and discuss new program proposals. The meeting also includes updates on fundraising, the arts calendar, and council marketing efforts.

• FY25 grant awards status
• Art & Innovation Hackathon program proposal
• Acton-Boxboro Cultural Council film program discussion
• Arts and Cultural Calendar updates including a music festival
• Marketing updates for the Town Administration newsletter and website

Transfer Station Action Committee

The committee will review sticker sales test results and solid waste numbers. Discussion includes organic recycling initiatives, upcoming spring projects, and budget matters.

• Sticker sales test period results
• Solid waste numbers
• Organic recycling initiatives
• Budget discussion

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent for new single-family homes and septic systems within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of Bordering Vegetated Wetlands. Items include projects at 559 Brook Street, 0 Bingham Road (lots 4 and 5), 48 Calderwood Way, and 229 Stearns Street. The commission will also discuss the Carlisle Wetlands Protection Bylaw and consider various administrative matters.

• Determination of Applicability for a 40' x 25' lined frog pool at 140 Indian Hill Road
• Notice of Intent for removal of existing dwelling and construction of new 4-bedroom home at 559 Brook Street
• Notice of Intent for single-family home and septic at 0 Bingham Road, Lot 4
• Notice of Intent for single-family home and septic at 0 Bingham Road, Lot 5
• Notice of Intent for new septic system in buffer zone at 229 Stearns Street

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a Request for Determination of Applicability. The request concerns construction and tree removal at 140 Indian Hill Road.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for a 40' by 25' frog pool at 140 Indian Hill Road
• Proposed removal of 1 tree at 140 Indian Hill Road

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Dana Noftle. The proposal includes removing an existing dwelling to build a new 4-bedroom home and septic system at 559 Brook Street.

• Removal of existing dwelling
• Construction of a new 4-bedroom dwelling
• Installation of a new septic system
• Replacement of 1,530 sf manicured lawn with native vegetation
• Work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Committee will hold a presentation on the FY26 budget and discuss updates regarding the Highland building. Action items include voting on PTO and CEF grants and the disposal of a Facilities Department plow.

• FY26 Budget Presentation
• Accounts Payable Warrant 25SE10: $337,272.76
• Accounts Payable Warrant 25SE11: $91,476.78
• Payroll Warrant 25PR10: $452,434.92
• Payroll Warrant 25PR11: $428,962.40

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet to review a list of policies and updated Massachusetts School Committee policies. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Review of 24 policies including harassment, safety, and field trips
• Review of MASCPolicy updates from December 2023 and July 2024
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom on December 11, 2024

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee is holding a public hearing regarding the fiscal year 2026 school budget. The meeting will take place in person at the Carlisle School Community Room and via Zoom.

• Public hearing on the FY26 School Budget

Finance Committee

The Carlisle Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Selectboard on December 10, 2024. The primary agenda item is a presentation of a draft budget. No specific figures or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Budget Draft Presentation

Finance Committee

The Carlisle Finance Committee will discuss a firetruck overage and the Concord Region Guideline. The agenda also includes planning for a marathon meeting and liaison updates. Prior meeting minutes will be approved.

• Approve Prior Meeting Minutes
• Discuss Concord Region Guideline
• Firetruck Overage Discussion
• Marathon Meeting Planning
• Liaison Updates

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review meeting minutes and discuss the FY26 budget, including HVAC and rental costs for the Brick Building. The group will also address the Summer Fun 2025 refund policy and registration date.

• Review minutes from 11/19/24
• FY26 budget discussion
• Brick Building HVAC and rental review
• Summer Fun 2025 refund policy
• Summer Fun 2025 registration date

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee to discuss the first draft of the FY26 budget. They will also vote to set the date of the 2025 Annual Town Meeting and to amend approved ARPA funding. Other items include a conversation with Representative Simon Cataldo, a discussion on the Council on Aging community center, and the appointment of Ashley Cote as Town Clerk.

• Joint meeting with Finance Committee to discuss FY26 Budget Draft 1
• Vote to set the date of the 2025 Annual Town Meeting
• Vote to amend approved American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding
• Review of the Fire Station Designer Selection RFQ
• Appointment of Ashley Cote as Town Clerk

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The joint Concord-Carlisle School Committee will vote on capital updates and amenities building options, the superintendent's contract renewal, and a bus lease for CPS and CCRSD. They will also discuss policies, the Concord Finance Committee guideline, and receive updates from students and the superintendent. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a donation acceptance, staff enrollment requests, and warrants totaling over $5 million.

• Vote on Capital Updates and Amenities Building Options
• Vote on Superintendent Contract Renewal
• Vote on CPS & CCRSD Bus Lease
• Acceptance of Epson Brightlink Projector donation
• Warrants for CPS A/P ($771,918.99 total) and CCRSD A/P ($2,397,300.79 total)

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The joint Concord-Carlisle School Committee will vote on capital updates and amenities building options, superintendent contract renewal, and a bus lease. They will also discuss the Concord Middle School solar project and several policies, and consider consent agenda items including minutes and a donation.

• Vote on capital updates and amenities building options
• Vote on superintendent contract renewal
• Vote on CPS and CCRSD bus lease
• Discussion of CMLP concord middle school solar project
• Consideration of policies ACA-R, ACAB, ACGA, and BDBC

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Joint School Committee will discuss the Concord Middle School solar project, review policies, and vote on the Superintendent contract renewal and Capital Updates and Amenities Building Options. The agenda also includes the approval of warrants for payments totaling over $1.8 million.

• Vote on Superintendent Contract Renewal
• Vote on Capital Updates and Amenities Building Options
• Discussion: CMLP Re: Concord Middle School Solar Project
• Accept Donation of Epson Brightlink Projector
• Approval of Warrants (Total: $1,832,822.00)

Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee

The Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee will review minutes from October and receive updates on CR #70 and a proposed transfer of CR #11 from the Town to the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). Monitoring reports for CR #65 and CR #30 will be discussed, along with a review of conservation restrictions and riverfront conservation designations not yet approved by the state. The committee will also plan for expiring CRs, schedule inspections, and set dates for future meetings and a winter work session.

• Proposed transfer of CR #11 from Town to DCR
• Update on CR #70
• Monitoring reports for CR #65 and CR #30
• Review of CRs and RCDs not approved by state
• Plan for expiring CRs

Youth Commission

The Carlisle Youth Commission will approve minutes from the November 4 meeting, receive a financial update, and discuss the 2025 budget. It will also review communication outreach for a new meeting time slot, plan logistics for February events, and brainstorm spring family night dates and themes.

• Approve meeting minutes from 11/04/24
• Financial update
• Communication outreach about new time slot for 2025 (7‑9 pm starting February FNL)
• Budget discussion for 2025
• Spring FNL dates/themes and publicity brainstorm (Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2, Jun 6)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint discussion with the Planning Board and MBTA Communities Subcommittee on the subcommittee's report and update to the Planning Board. This is a discussion item only; no votes are scheduled.

• Joint discussion with Planning Board and MBTA Communities Subcommittee on Subcommittee Report/Update to Planning Board

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The trustees will approve the October and November meeting minutes. They will discuss the FY26 budget request and introduce the Finance Committee liaison, as well as consider an environmental sustainability landscaping policy proposal. Additional items include the director's report and annual review, updates on the library renovation building committee and capital campaign fundraising, and setting the next meeting date.

• Approve October and November meeting minutes
• FY26 Budget Request/FinCom liaison introduction
• Environmental Sustainability Landscaping Policy Proposal
• Library renovation building committee updates, including future meeting with Select Board regarding funding
• Capital campaign fundraising updates

Regional Meetings

The Middlesex Conservation District will hold its 2024 annual meeting on December 9, 2024, at Acton Town Hall. The meeting will include a report on activities and finances, a virtual presentation by Dr. Doug Tallamy, and elections for district supervisors.

• Annual meeting and financial report
• Election of Middlesex Conservation District supervisors
• Virtual presentation by Dr. Doug Tallamy
• Meeting at Acton Town Hall, 472 Main Street
• Free and open to the public

Regional Meetings

The Middlesex Conservation District holds its FY2024 annual meeting, featuring a presentation by Dr. Doug Tallamy followed by the business meeting. Business includes election of supervisors, reports from the district chair and conservationist, and the annual financial report.

• Featured presentation by Dr. Doug Tallamy on Nature's Best Hope
• Election of supervisors for Middlesex County residents
• FY2024 annual financial report presented by Kathie Becker
• District Conservationist report by Robert Purcell
• Oath of office administered by Tom Anderson

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing for an accessory apartment at 20 Audubon Lane, but the hearing has been continued to January 13 at the applicant's request. The main discussion is a joint meeting with the MBTA Communities Subcommittee and Select Board to receive a report, discuss future involvement, and appoint Amelia Fournier of 745 East Street as a citizen member. Other business includes an Approval Not Required plan for Bingham Road and Pheasant Hill Lane, an amendment to Stillmeadow Farm conditions, and an update on the ADU law with a vote on process.

• Continued public hearing for accessory apartment at 20 Audubon Lane – continued to January 13
• Joint discussion with MBTA Communities Subcommittee and Select Board; appointment of Amelia Fournier as citizen member
• Approval Not Required Plan for Bingham Road and Pheasant Hill Lane
• Stillmeadow Farm – amendment to condition of approval
• ADU law update and vote on process

Planning Board

The Planning Board's MBTA Communities Subcommittee is meeting to receive a report/update and discuss its future involvement. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Attendance at Planning Board Meeting
• Submission of Report/Update
• Discussion of Subcommittee involvement moving forward

Planning Board

The MBTA Communities Subcommittee will approve minutes from prior meetings and finalize a summary of other strategies to be presented to the full Planning Board. This is a working session to prepare a report on housing-related planning options.

• Approve minutes from November 21, December 3, and December 4 meetings
• Finalize summary of other strategies for report to Planning Board

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Advisory Council will discuss several agenda items including a question about Massachusetts communities suing reading program authors, a possible media lab space tour, and school start time changes. The meeting also includes public comment, committee member re-introductions, and a book club for faculty and community.

• Discussion of lawsuit against Lucy Calkins, Irene Fountas, and Gay Su Pinnell reading programs
• Tour of possible spaces for a media lab at CPS
• School start time discussion
• Book club for CPS faculty and staff on 'Anxious Generation'
• Community book club on 'Anxious Generation'

Select Board

The Select Board is holding a site visit at Carlisle Public School. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this procedural walk-through.

• Site visit at Carlisle Public School, 83 School St., Carlisle, MA

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The Carlisle Environmental Sustainability Committee will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including environmental considerations for the MBTA Communities zoning overlay, municipal building renovations, and EV charger planning. No votes on specific items are expected; the meeting consists of liaison reports and project updates.

• MBTA Communities – environmental considerations for zoning overlay
• PD, FD, DPW building renovation / expansion update
• CPS Brick Building heating upgrade update
• Library future HVAC upgrade / possible roof solar discussion
• Town/School EV charger working group and police cruiser charging infrastructure planning

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will hear a DPW study presentation from Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo and decide on an option for the Brick Building HVAC system. Ongoing projects include Bog House propane heaters, Library HVAC, elevators, and Town Hall bathrooms. The committee will also approve past minutes and hear a Facilities Manager report.

• DPW study presentation by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo
• Brick Building HVAC – committee to choose an option
• Bog House propane heaters update
• Town Hall bathrooms project
• Library HVAC project

Safety Committee

The committee will discuss a site visit on Maple Street, continue reviewing prioritized Complete Streets projects from the Nov. 6 meeting, and develop a scoring rubric for future projects. They will also introduce the Shared Streets program and review community submissions for traffic safety concerns. The meeting is largely discussion-based with no final votes expected.

• Discussion following a Maple Street site visit
• Complete Streets prioritized projects review (continuation from 11/6)
• Development of project scoring rubric/criteria
• Introduction of the Shared Streets program
• Review of community submissions

Trails Committee

The Carlisle Trails Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss updates on the Estey Rd Trail Easement, conservation land projects including trail corrections and erosion repairs, and an inventory of trail uses. Additional items include Bartlett Farm wet area crossing, Eagle Scout projects (bridge rebuild and washout crossing), trail remediation, boardwalk rebuild, and Wendy Davis Trail land conservation. The committee will also address trail signage, safety issues (Maple Street guardrail), mowing proposals, and future events like a Moonlight Walk.

• Estey Rd Trail Easement update
• Eagle Scout projects: Bert's bridge rebuild (scout Matt Evans) and Greenough washout crossing (scout Teddy Jiang)
• Bartlett Farm wet area crossing
• Twin Peaks boardwalk rebuild
• Wendy Davis Trail land conservation discussion

Planning Board

The MBTA Communities Subcommittee of the Carlisle Planning Board will meet remotely to discuss proposed recommendations to the full Planning Board, review minutes from prior meetings, and outline the subcommittee's future process. The agenda includes public input at the end of the meeting.

• Approve minutes of November 21 and December 3
• Discuss proposed recommendations to the Planning Board
• Discuss subcommittee process moving forward

Celebrations Committee

This sub-committee of the Carlisle Celebrations Committee is discussing finances, budget, and various projects for the town's 250th anniversary, including a historical society update, school projects, a commemorative coin, and a website. The agenda is primarily procedural and discussion-based with no decisions recorded.

• Finance report by Amy Lee
• Budget discussion led by Scott
• Mosquito update by Wanda Avril
• Historical Society update by Donna
• School projects and 250 coin by Doug

Cemetery Committee

The Carlisle Cemetery Task Force will meet to review CIMS cemetery management software and discuss a draft report on open items. No votes or binding decisions are expected; the agenda is procedural and focused on ongoing operations.

• Review of CIMS cemetery management software
• Discussion of draft report and open items
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board's MBTA Communities Subcommittee will meet to discuss proposed recommendations for the Planning Board and review feedback from recent open houses. The agenda also includes approving prior meeting minutes and considering a response to an editorial.

• Minutes of 11/12, 11/14, and 11/21 meetings for approval
• Discussion of response to an editorial in the Mosquito
• Discussion of proposed recommendations to the Planning Board
• Review of feedback from open houses
• Public input period

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review the Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Classification Hearing. The board will then attend a joint meeting with the Select Board to present the hearing.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Classification Hearing
• Joint meeting with Select Board to present Tax Classification Hearing

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct the FY2025 Tax Classification Hearing, set tax rates, and discuss the Fire Station Owner's Project Manager goals and the Town Administrator bylaw. They will also consider an amendment to the employee expense reimbursement policy, appoint a Transportation and Services Coordinator for the Council on Aging, and vote on waiving building permit fees for the Carlisle Historical Society.

• FY2025 Tax Classification Hearing per MGL Ch. 40, Sec. 56
• Discussion of Fire Station Owner’s Project Manager Goals
• Town Administrator Bylaw Discussion
• Financial Policy Amendment – Employee Expense Reimbursement
• Appointment of Jennifer Gagne as Transportation and Services Coordinator

Planning Board

This meeting of the MBTA Communities Subcommittee of the Planning Board was cancelled due to a posting error. No items will be discussed or decided.

Planning Board

The MBTA Communities Subcommittee of the Carlisle Planning Board will meet to discuss feedback from recent open houses, craft a response to an editorial in the Mosquito, and deliberate on proposed recommendations to the full Planning Board. Public input will be taken at the end of the meeting.

• Review feedback from open houses held earlier in November
• Discuss response to an editorial in The Carlisle Mosquito
• Discuss proposed recommendations to the Planning Board
• Public input period at 12:15 PM

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will meet to receive staff, financial, and organizational reports. The body will also review a Community Center SB meeting.

• Review of Community Center SB Meeting

Transfer Station Action Committee

The Transfer Station Action Committee will conduct a walkthrough of the facility grounds on Morse Road. The group will discuss possible changes to recommend for when the Transfer Station is repaved.

• Walkthrough of Transfer Station grounds to discuss repaving recommendations

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will conduct a site visit to view and discuss road narrowing and unsafe pedestrian conditions related to the installation of guardrails on Maple Street. This is the only item on the agenda; no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Site visit to Maple St to discuss road narrowing and unsafe pedestrian conditions due to guardrail installation

Cultural Council

The Carlisle Cultural Council will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings, discuss old business including LCC grant application review and fundraising, and consider new business such as an Art & Innovation Hackathon program proposal and a film program from the Acton-Boxboro Cultural Council. The treasurer will also report.

• LCC grant application review
• Council fundraising discussion
• Program proposal – Art & Innovation Hackathon
• Acton-Boxboro Cultural Council film program
• Treasurer report

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services Nominating Committee will meet to discuss replacing a board member who resigned. The meeting is scheduled for November 22, 2024 at 3:15 PM at the Gleason Public Library. No other business is listed.

• Discuss replacing a board member after resignation

Town Meeting Study Committee

The Town Meeting Study Committee is discussing scheduling and logistics for the Spring Town Meeting. The body is reviewing proposals regarding Sunday meetings and early warrant closures for a Select Board decision by mid-December.

• Proposal to try a Sunday Town Meeting
• Proposal to close the Warrant early
• Proposed Spring Town Meeting dates of May 4 and May 18, 2025
• Meeting with Conservation Commission (ConsCom)

Environmental Sustainability Committee

This is a regular meeting of the Carlisle Environmental Sustainability Committee focused on updates and liaison reports. No final votes or public hearings are scheduled. Items include MBTA Communities zoning overlay environmental considerations, municipal building renovations, school heating upgrades, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

• MBTA Communities – environmental considerations for zoning overlay
• PD, FD, DPW building renovation / expansion update
• CPS Brick Building heating upgrade
• Library future HVAC upgrade / possible roof solar
• Town/School EV charger working group and police cruiser charging infrastructure

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent from Roseanne Waters for subsurface drainage, a deck, and patio removal within the 100-foot buffer zone of a bordering vegetated wetland at 36 Forest Park Drive. The meeting will be held virtually on November 21, 2024, at 7:15 pm under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Carlisle Wetlands Protection Bylaw.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for work at 36 Forest Park Drive (Map 19, Parcel 35)
• Proposed subsurface drain, deck construction, and removal of existing patio
• Work is within 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland
• Virtual meeting only; participation details on town website 48 hours prior

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings on five Notices of Intent for construction projects within the 100-foot buffer zone of wetlands. New applications include a subsurface drain and deck on Forest Park Drive, while continued hearings cover two single-family homes on Bingham Road and two on Caulderwood Way and Rutland Street. The Commission will also discuss proposed changes to the town's Wetlands Protection and Conservation bylaw and consider modifications to Woodward Fields use. Administrative items include approval of bills, budget updates, and tree removal applications.

• Continued hearing: Bryan Duby – two single-family homes on 0 Bingham Road (Lots 4 & 5) within buffer zone
• Continued hearing: Michael Wood – single-family homes on 48 Caulderwood Way and 190 Rutland Street within buffer zone
• New hearing: Roseanne Waters – subsurface drain and deck at 36 Forest Park Drive within buffer zone
• Discussion of Carlisle Draft Wetlands Protection and Conservation bylaw
• Proposed changes to Woodward Fields use by Land Stewardship Committee

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will meet to hear a report from the Facilities Manager and a DPW study presented by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo. The committee will also discuss a Town Meeting Study with David Model and review the status of several ongoing facility projects.

• DPW study presentation by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo
• Discussion with Town Meeting Study Committee member David Model
• Status update on Bog House project
• Status update on Brick Building and Library HVAC projects
• Status update on elevators and Town Hall bathrooms

Planning Board

The Planning Board's MBTA Communities Subcommittee will review minutes from recent meetings, receive process clarifications, and discuss strategies and feedback on the MBTA Communities zoning plan, including map refinement. The meeting will also include public input and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Minutes of 10/29, 11/12, 11/14 meetings and 11/16 open house
• Process clarifications from the Town Planner
• Discuss strategies, response to feedback, and map refinement for MBTA Communities zoning
• Public input period
• Set next meeting date

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to provide administrative updates and hold discussions on local historical matters. The agenda includes reviews of the Bog House and the Demolition Delay Bylaw.

• Bog House discussion
• Demolition Delay Bylaw discussion
• Carlisle Central Burying Ground update
• MBTA Overlay Districts update
• HDC Application review

Regional Meetings

The North Central Climate Change Coalition will review the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) and consider how to allocate it for regional climate initiatives. The meeting will also cover a proposed farmer/land match bill and recent survey results with related actions. The agenda includes routine items such as welcome, minutes approval, and adjournment.

• EECBG Grant discussion
• Farmer/land match Bill
• Survey results and FFIO actions

Celebrations Committee

This subcommittee of the Carlisle Celebrations Committee meets to discuss planning for the town's 250th anniversary, including a finance report, budget, mosquito control update, historical society and school projects, and a commemorative 250 coin. No votes or decisions are recorded; all items are for discussion.

• Finance report by Amy Lee
• Budget discussion led by Scott
• Mosquito control update from Wanda Avril
• Historical Society update
• 250 coin design update by Doug

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet to review a list of current Carlisle Public Schools policies for the 2024-2025 cycle. The body will also review updated policies from the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) from December 2023 and July 2024.

• Review of A3 Equal Educational Opportunity and A4 Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
• Review of A6.1 Harassment Policy and A6.2 Harassment of Students
• Review of I7 Library Materials Selection Policy
• Review of J12 Residency Policy
• Review of MASC Policy Updates from December 2023 and July 2024

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will consider the restoration of Spalding Baseball Field through the Community Preservation Committee. They will also review the FY26 budget and discuss facilities including the Brick Building HVAC, Banta Davis Track, Diment Park, and Dog Park. Planning for Summer Fun 2025 is also on the agenda.

• Restoration of Spalding Baseball Field via CPC
• FY26 budget review
• Brick Building HVAC and parking discussion
• Banta Davis Track update
• Dog Park and Diment Park topics

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Task Force will review and approve draft meeting minutes. They will discuss a draft report intended for the Select Board, covering cemetery operations. The committee will also compare cemetery management software and review data from similarly sized local cemeteries.

• Review and approve meeting minutes from previous session
• Review draft report for Select Board
• Compare cemetery management software options
• Review comparison of local same-size cemeteries
• Review open items list and next steps

Affordable Housing Trust

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will vote on dispersing the remaining $98,891.50 of the Benfield Septic Grant to NOAH and discuss a Community Preservation Committee (CPC) grant request. Other agenda items include an update on the Bog House project with a Habitat for Humanity presentation, an MBTA Communities update, and a follow-up on the Climate Resilient Carlisle MVP project with consultant Horsley Witten Group.

• Vote to disperse remaining $98,891.50 of Benfield Septic Grant to NOAH
• CPC update and grant request
• Bog House update with Habitat for Humanity presentation review
• MBTA Communities update
• Climate Resilient Carlisle MVP project follow-up with Horsley Witten Group

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees will meet to discuss the potential surplusing of Peabody and amenities for the Gale Report building. The body will also review professional development updates and goals.

• Discussion of surplusing Peabody
• Discussion of Gale Report Amenities Building
• Approval of $25,000 donation from Ruettgers Family Charitable Foundation
• Approval of policies regarding non-discrimination, annual reports, and staff evaluation/dismissal
• Payment of CCRSD A/P warrant for $248,293.16

Town Clerk

The Board of Registrars will tally Federal Write-in Ballots and Absentee or Vote by Mail ballots postmarked on or before November 5, 2024, and received by 5:00 PM on November 15, 2024.

• Count Federal Write-in Ballots
• Count Absentee or Vote by Mail Ballots
• Deadline: Received by 5:00 PM on Nov 15, 2024

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord-Carlisle Regional School District is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board and Finance Committee. The agenda lists a discussion regarding capital.

• Discussion of capital

Planning Board

This is an open house event hosted by the Planning Board's MBTA Communities Subcommittee. No formal decisions or discussions are scheduled; the agenda consists only of room setup, the open house period, and breakdown.

• No specific agenda items listed; open house format

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board will discuss the town's participation in the MBTA Communities Open House. The agenda item covers whether town staff will attend and provide facilitation for the event. No other decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Attendance / facilitation at MBTA Communities Open House

Town Clerk

The Board of Registrars will meet to record and count specific ballots from the November 2024 election. This includes Federal Write-in Ballots and Absentee or Vote by Mail Ballots meeting specific postmark and receipt deadlines.

• Counting of Federal Write-in Ballots
• Counting of Absentee or Vote by Mail Ballots postmarked by November 5, 2024

Transfer Station Action Committee

The Carlisle Transfer Station Action Committee will review and discuss several items, including the FY25 budget and updates on recycling initiatives. A key agenda item is the proposed paving and expansion of the Transfer Station lot. The meeting will also cover scheduling future meetings, approving prior minutes, and updates on signage and volunteer activities.

• Approve minutes of October 17, 2024 meeting
• Schedule December and January meeting days and times
• FY25 Budget discussion
• Paving and expanding the Transfer Station lot
• EPA Solid Waste Infrastructure on Recycling & Wasted Food Prevention Grants (SWFR) update

Planning Board

The November 14, 2024, meeting of the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Core Committee of the Planning Board was cancelled. No business was conducted.

Planning Board

The Planning Board's MBTA Communities Subcommittee will continue discussions on strategies, feedback, map refinement, and next steps, including planning for an open house. Public input will be taken during the meeting. The subcommittee will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Discussion of strategies and feedback for MBTA Communities compliance
• Map refinement for zoning districts
• Planning next steps and an open house event
• Public input session
• Setting date for next meeting

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board's Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Core Committee will meet to review refined recommendations, discuss strategies for upcoming board/committee meetings and a second community forum, and set the next meeting date. No votes on ordinances, funding, or rezoning are on the agenda.

• Review refined MVP recommendations
• Discuss strategy/timeline for Board/Committee/Commission meetings
• Discuss strategy for Community Forum 2
• Set date for next MVP Core Committee meeting

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord-Carlisle High School Advisory Council is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes statutory obligations under Chapter 71, Section 59C, and public comments. No specific votes or proposals are listed.

• Statutory obligations under Chapter 71, Section 59C
• Public comments period
• Committee member introductions

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee will vote on the 2024-2025 School Committee Goals and discuss the FY26 budget. Other agenda items include a student performance data presentation, a STEAM program update, and approval of warrants totaling over $1.8 million. The meeting will also adjourn to executive session for collective bargaining with the Carlisle Teachers' Association.

• Vote on 2024-2025 School Committee Goals
• Discussion of FY26 budget
• Student Performance Data Presentation (45 minutes)
• STEAM Program Update
• Consent agenda includes warrants: Accounts Payable $267,956.89, $170,335.82, $80,149.65; Payroll $454,802.39, $446,582.90, $439,955.92, $2,785.05, $655.01

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Policy Subcommittee will meet to review and compare several district policies to MASC model policies. Items include non-discrimination, sexual harassment, staff supplemental pay, and support staff contracts. The subcommittee may also approve minutes from prior meetings held in July and August 2024.

• Approval of minutes from 7/23/24, 7/24/24, 7/25/24, and 8/13/24
• Review of AC – Non-Discrimination Including Harassment and Retaliation
• Review of ACAB – Sexual and Sex-Based Harassment and Retaliation
• Review of GCBC – Professional Staff Supplemental Pay Plans
• Review of GDA – Support Staff Positions

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle‑Concord Regional School District policy subcommittee will discuss a series of policy reviews, including non‑discrimination, Title IX harassment, civil‑rights grievance procedures, and staff compensation plans. The meeting may also include approval of minutes from four prior dates. No final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review of non‑discrimination and harassment policies (AC, ACA, ACAB)
• Review of Title IX sexual harassment policy
• Review of civil‑rights grievance procedure (ACGA)
• Review of professional staff supplemental pay plans (GCBC)
• Review of support staff contracts, compensation, vacations, and evaluations (GDA, GDB, GDD, GDO)

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Policy Subcommitte will meet to review and discuss a series of policies regarding staff compensation, evaluation, and Title IX compliance. The meeting agenda lists multiple items for review, including supplemental pay plans, support staff contracts, and harassment policies.

• Review of ACA and ACA-R policies on nondiscrimination and Title IX
• Review of GCBC policy on professional staff supplemental pay plans
• Review of GDB policy on support staff contracts and compensation
• Review of GDO policy on support staff evaluation
• Review of CM policy on annual report

Town Meeting Study Committee

This is a joint meeting of the Town Meeting Study Committee and the Select Board to discuss updates from the committee. The agenda contains only procedural items and no specific proposals or votes.

• No specific proposals, rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are on this agenda.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss routine business, approve prior minutes, and review the Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Classification Hearing, which determines how property taxes are allocated among classes. Public commentary is also scheduled.

• Review Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Classification Hearing
• Approve minutes from previous meetings
• Public commentary per BOA policy (15 minutes)
• Routine board business, document signing and public Q&A (5 minutes)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a draft 5-year road maintenance plan and hear a presentation from the Town Meeting Study Committee. They will also consider future planning for the Council on Aging and Human Services, including a community center, and make an announcement regarding state land acquisition adjacent to Great Brook Farm State Park.

• Appointment of Steven Munroe as Facilities Technician
• Announcement on DCR land acquisition adjacent to Great Brook Farm State Park
• Council on Aging and Human Services future planning for community center and service delivery
• Town Meeting Study Committee presentation
• Road Maintenance Plan Draft (5-Year) and Capital Planning

Planning Board

The Planning Board's MBTA Communities Subcommittee is holding a working session to review draft minutes and discuss strategies, feedback, and map refinement. No specific decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting focuses on planning and next steps for the MBTA Communities initiative.

• Discussion of strategies, feedback, and map refinement for MBTA Communities compliance
• Review of minutes from October 22 and October 29 meetings
• Public input period
• Setting next meeting date

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will hold a regular meeting including approval of minutes and old/new business. The main substantive item is preparation for the upcoming Select Board meeting on November 12.

• Preparation for November 12 Select Board meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a joint meeting with the Concord-Carlisle Regional School District and the Town of Concord, covering topics such as school funding or regional agreements. They will also conduct a final review of committee policies and plan the Q1 2025 schedule. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and liaison updates.

• Discussion of joint meeting with CCRSD and Concord
• Final review of Finance Committee policies
• Q1 schedule planning for 2025
• Approval of outstanding meeting minutes
• Liaison updates from other committees

Town Meeting Study Committee

The committee is reviewing data from board discussions, comparable towns, and surveys. Members will also discuss potential dates for the Spring Town Meeting, including May 4 and May 18, 2025.

• Review of data gathering from boards and comparable towns
• Review of Spring survey summary slides
• Review of preliminary CPS survey results
• Discussion of Spring Town Meeting dates: May 4 and May 18, 2025
• Approval of August 29, 2024 minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a site visit at the Department of Public Works facility on Morse Road. The meeting is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on November 7, 2024.

• Site visit at 59 Morse Rd.
• Department of Public Works facility

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The Environmental Sustainability Committee will review prior minutes and receive reports on town projects including library and police renovations, the Climate Leader Community status, and the 7th grade science class composting program.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s report
• ESC website updates
• Library Renovation updates
• Police Building Renovation Committee liaison

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold hearings on several Notices of Intent for residential construction and sewage systems. The body will also discuss the FY 2026 budget and wetlands bylaws.

• Hearings for home construction at 0 Bingham Road (Lot 4 and Lot 5), 48 Caulderwood Way, and 190 Rutland Street
• Notice of Intent for a new sewage disposal system at 229 Stearns Street
• Discussion of FY 2026 budget
• Review of bylaw fees
• Acceptance of Estey Road, Billerica Public Easement

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent filed by Jill Sifantus for construction of a new sewage disposal system within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland at 229 Stearns Street (Map 9 Parcel 19-8). The hearing is solely for this project and will be conducted virtually.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for new septic tank, pump chamber, and forcemain at 229 Stearns Street within 100-foot wetland buffer zone

Cultural Council

The Carlisle Cultural Council will meet remotely to discuss old business, including a fundraising agreement with the Community Foundation for MetroWest and authorization of fall campaign expenses. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Community Foundation for MetroWest fundraising agreement
• Authorization of fall campaign expenses

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will meet to approve past minutes and discuss a DPW study led by Hill-LiRo, along with ongoing HVAC and elevator projects. The meeting will be held remotely due to a suspension of the Open Meeting Law.

• Approval of 10/24/24 meeting minutes
• DPW study presented by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo
• Discussion of ongoing HVAC projects at the Library and Brick Building
• Discussion of ongoing elevator and Town Hall bathroom projects
• Postponed discussion with Town Meeting Study Committee

Safety Committee

The Carlisle Safety Committee will consider resignations and new appointments, conduct a full review of the Complete Streets plan, and discuss signage and line painting. It will also review community submissions, approve the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting, set future meeting dates, and adjourn.

• Committee resignations and appointments
• Complete Streets plan review
• Signage and line painting discussion
• Review community submissions
• Approve minutes from 10/2/2024

Trails Committee

The Trails Committee will discuss and potentially advance numerous trail repair and improvement projects on conservation land, including Two Rod Road hardening, Malcolm Outer loop wet area correction, and Greenough washout repair. New business includes a mowing trails proposal and requests for Eagle Scout projects, such as rebuilding Bert's bridge and a Greenough washout crossing. The committee will also consider trail signage, safety updates, bench installations, and land conservation methods.

• Discuss Two Rod Road hardening and Malcolm Outer loop wet area correction
• Review Greenough washout and Old Morse Road erosion repairs
• Consider Elliott boardwalk relocation and Wendy Davis Trail land conservation
• Receive proposal for mowing trails
• Discuss Eagle Scout project ideas: Bert's bridge rebuild and Greenough washout crossing

Celebrations Committee

The Carlisle Celebrations Committee Sub Committee for Carlisle 250 is meeting to review financial and budget reports. The group will discuss updates regarding the Historical Society, school projects, and a 250 coin. Members will also review the timeline for planned events.

• Finance report by Amy Lee
• Budget review by Scott
• Historical Society update
• School projects update
• Discussion of 250 Coin

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees are meeting to discuss budget transfers, academic data, and campus completion. The body will also review warrants for accounts payable and payroll.

• Vote on Q1 FY25 CPS Budget Transfers
• Vote on Q1 FY25 CCRSD Budget Transfers
• CPS A/P warrants totaling $903,736.34
• CCRSD A/P warrants totaling $989,961.89
• Executive session for Superintendent negotiations and review of October 8, 2024 minutes

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Task Force will review and approve meeting minutes, discuss Jim's cemetery data and its implications, share findings from cemetery site visits, evaluate cemetery management software options, and gather feedback on the draft task force report before outlining next steps.

• Review and approve meeting minutes
• Recap Jim’s cemetery data – grave counts, plot configuration, lost space, future opportunities
• Discuss findings from cemetery visits and online review of Carlisle’s Green Cemetery
• Evaluate cemetery management software – issues addressed and best product fit
• Collect feedback on draft CTF report – content, format, message, style

Youth Commission

The Carlisle Youth Commission is meeting to coordinate logistics and themes for the December 4 Friday Night Live (FNL) event. The commission will also discuss FNL time slots and brainstorm themes for the spring season.

• Planning for December 4 FNL theme and exercise room plan
• Logistics for December event including fire permit, snacks, and decorations
• Spring brainstorming for February, March, April, May, and June FNL dates
• Financial update
• Approval of October 4, 2024 meeting minutes

Police Station Building Renovation Committee

The committee will meet to review project updates and coordination. Discussions will include remaining permits, construction documents, and bidding.

• Community input
• OPM introductions
• Remaining permits
• Finalizing construction documents
• Bidding

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk has issued a notice regarding the advanced removal and opening of early and absentee voting ballots for the November 5, 2024, State Election. These proceedings are open for public observation.

• Ballot opening on October 29, 2024, at 12 Noon in the Clark Room, Town Hall
• Ballot opening on November 4, 2024, at 12 Noon in the Parlin Room, Town Hall

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Advisory Council is meeting to nominate a co-chair and discuss a proposal for a Carlisle Media Lab. The body will also review the 2024-25 School Improvement Plan and the Parent & Student Handbook for feedback.

• Proposal for a Carlisle Media Lab
• Review of the School Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Review of the 2024-25 CPS Parent & Student Handbook
• Nomination and vote for Co-Chair

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee Policy Subcommittee will first approve the minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting. It will then review a list of existing CPS policies dated April 6, 2022 and other dates, and consider recent MASC policy updates from December 2023 and July 2024. The meeting includes a period for public comments before adjourning.

• Approve meeting minutes from October 23, 2024
• Review current CPS policies (e.g., Equal Educational Opportunity, Harassment Policy, Emergency Closings, etc.)
• Review MASC policy updates from December 2023 and July 2024
• Public comments
• Adjourn the meeting

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will hold a strategic planning session for the November 12 Select Board meeting. The agenda includes calling the meeting to order and reviewing the secretary's minutes. The session is scheduled for October 31, 2024, at 10:30 AM in the Heald Room.

• Strategic planning session for November 12, 2024 Select Board meeting
• Review of Secretary's minutes
• Call to order
• Old/new business

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk will conduct testing of ballots and election equipment. This process is scheduled for October 30, 2024, at the Town Hall.

• Testing of November 5, 2024, General Election ballots and equipment

Celebrations Committee

The Carlisle Celebrations Committee Sub Committee met to review financial reports, discuss budget items, and plan events for the upcoming year. The group also received updates on mosquito control and the Historical Society.

• Finance Report presented by Amy Lee
• Budget discussion led by Scott
• Mosquito control update from Wanda Avril
• Historical Society update provided by Donna
• School Projects discussion by Doug and Heidi

Town Meeting Study Committee

The committee is reviewing data gathered from boards, comparable towns, and a spring survey. Members are discussing potential dates and logistics for the Spring Town Meeting, including options for May 4 and May 18, 2025.

• Review of data gathering from boards and comparable towns
• Review of spring survey summary slides
• Discussion of Spring Town Meeting dates: May 4 and May 18, 2025
• Approval of August 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to review the Community Preservation Act, including its funding calculation and history. The group will also discuss connections to the Carlisle Master Plan and take public input on future projects.

• Overview of the Community Preservation Act (CPA)
• Discussion on connection to Carlisle Master Plan
• Public input session for future CPA projects
• Review of CPA application process in Carlisle

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review minutes from recent meetings and discuss strategies, feedback, and map refinement for outreach and scheduling. The meeting will also include a public input session and a determination of the next meeting date.

• Review minutes from October 8, 15, 16, and 22
• Discuss outreach strategies and map refinement
• Public input session
• Set next meeting date

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The Gleason Public Library Building Committee will review meeting minutes, discuss updated design proposals, and set the meeting schedule. The session includes a public comment period.

• Review and approve meeting minutes
• Discuss updated designer proposal
• Public comment period
• Discuss meeting schedule

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will hold a strategic planning session for the November 12, 2024 Select Board meeting. No other agenda items are listed, making the meeting largely procedural. Additional topics may be raised under the “Old/new business” item.

• Strategic planning session for the November 12, 2024 Select Board meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to approve a proposal from CMS for an Owner’s Project Manager regarding the Police Station renovation. The board will also discuss goals for the FY26 budget.

• Approval of CMS proposal for Police Station Renovation Owner’s Project Manager
• Discussion of FY26 Budget Goals

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Michael Wood. The commission is reviewing plans for a home, driveway, and septic system at Rutland St. Map 36 Lot 24E-A.

• Public hearing for construction of a single family home at Rutland St. Map 36 Lot 24E-A
• Review of clearing, grading, and septic system installation within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold continued hearings on several Notice of Intent applications involving construction near wetlands and tree removal. It will discuss updates on the Cranberry Bog Dam #1, Greenough knotweed and water chestnut removal, and other project updates. The commission will also vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign documents on its behalf. Additional items include tree removal requests and habitat restoration grant statuses.

• Vote to authorize the Administrator to sign documents for the Conservation Commission
• Notice of Intent hearings for projects at 59 Craigie Circle, 290 Rutland Street, West Street, and 0 Bingham Road
• Tree removal requests at 112 Hart Farm Road, 429 School Street, and 88 Heald Road
• Update on Cranberry Bog Dam #1 and related mowing
• Status of Greenough Knotweed removal NOI and habitat restoration grant applications

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Michael Wood. The proposal involves constructing a single family home, driveway, and sewage disposal system at 290 Rutland St.

• Public hearing for construction at 290 Rutland St. (Map 36 Lot 24D-3D)
• Proposed installation of a sewage disposal system crossing a Bordering Vegetative Wetlands

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on October 24, 2024, regarding a request to temporarily replace a collapsing pipe beneath Westford Street. The applicant, Town Administrator Ryan McLane, seeks approval for work within wetlands and buffer zones.

• Public hearing on after-the-fact Notice of Intent for pipe replacement
• Work location: Westford Street, 1,000 feet west of Carlisle Fire Department Headquarters
• Work within Bordering Vegetated Wetland and 100-foot Buffer Zone
• Properties involved: Town of Carlisle, Marjorie Findlay, and Stephen W. and Jacqueline R. Hamilton
• Meeting participation via virtual means only

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will conduct a preliminary review of the LCC grant round. Members will discuss fundraising campaigns, non-profit options via the Community Foundation for MetroWest, and ways to promote cultural programming.

• Preliminary review of LCC Grant Round
• Discussion of Fall Campaign fundraising
• Review of non-profit options with Community Foundation for MetroWest
• Planning for Open Studios events
• Development of a cultural calendar

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will discuss facility updates and technical studies. The meeting includes reviews of HVAC plans for the Brick Building and Gleason Library, as well as a DPW study presented by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo.

• DPW study by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo
• HVAC plan for Brick Building by GGD
• HVAC study at Gleason Library by GGD
• Police Station ADA ramp discussion
• Progress updates on Town Hall bathrooms and elevator project

Regional Meetings

The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will meet to review monthly reports and the warrant. The board will discuss the budget impact of the fare-free pilot and proposals for alternative use of funds.

• Review of fare-free pilot budget impact and alternative fund use proposals
• Election of Clerk
• Decision on Advisory Board recess for November and December
• Approval of the warrant and invoices

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord School Committee and the Concord‑Carlisle School Committee will each discuss their respective responses to the Finance Committee's FY26 Guideline Information Request Letter. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda items are for discussion only.

• Concord Public Schools response to Finance Committee FY26 Guideline Information Request
• Concord‑Carlisle Regional High School District response to Finance Committee FY26 Guideline Information Request

Regional Meetings

The North Central Climate Change Coalition is meeting to review updates on climate-related grants and community efforts. The group will discuss the NRWA grant, a regional EECBG grant, and a survey update.

• NRWA Grant update and canvassing effort
• Regional EECBG grant success update
• Survey update
• Review and approval of minutes

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee will meet remotely to discuss goals for the 2024-25 school year. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of School Committee Goals 24-25

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review current Carlisle Public Schools policies for the 2024-2025 period. The body will also review updated policies from the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) from December 2023 and July 2024.

• Review of A3 Equal Educational Opportunity and A4 Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
• Review of A6.1 Harassment Policy and A6.2 Harassment of Students
• Review of I7 Library Materials Selection Policy
• Review of J4 Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco and Nicotine Use by Students
• Review of MASC Policy Updates from December 2023 and July 2024

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Task Force is meeting to review grave counts in Section C and discuss the content and format of their report. Members will also share impressions from visits to other local cemeteries to determine applicable lessons for Carlisle.

• Update on grave count in Section C
• Discussion of Task Force report goals and deliverables
• Review of local cemetery visits

Select Board

The Select Board will interview four candidates for the Owner's Project Manager role for the Fire Station Renovation project, with a potential vote scheduled for 9:00 p.m. The meeting will also include updates on the American Rescue Plan Act and the appointment of members to the Diment Park Subcommittee.

• Fire Station Renovation Owner's Project Manager interviews
• Diment Park Subcommittee appointments
• American Rescue Plan Act update
• Town Administrator Report
• Review of October 8, 2024 minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct interviews for an Owner’s Project Manager regarding the Fire Station renovation. The board will also review the Diment Park Subcommittee charter and membership and receive an update on the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Fire Station Renovation Owner’s Project Manager interviews
• Diment Park Subcommittee Charter and Membership appointments
• American Rescue Plan Act update

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board will review minutes from the October 8, 15, and 16 meetings, debrief the October 16 Open House, discuss next steps, gather public input, and decide on the date for its next meeting.

• Review minutes of Oct 8, Oct 15, and Oct 16 Open House
• Debrief the Oct 16 Open House
• Discuss next steps for planning initiatives
• Public input session
• Set date for the next Planning Board meeting

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees are meeting to discuss capital plans and responses to FY26 guidelines letters. The committees will also review special education updates and vote on a MASC Conference representative.

• Discussion of Thoreau Playground
• CPS and CCRSD Capital Plan items
• Vote for MASC Conference Representative
• CPS A/P warrants totaling $249,763.41
• CCRSD A/P warrants totaling $312,835.90

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will review staff and financial reports. The body is preparing for an upcoming Select Board meeting on November 12, 2024.

• Preparation for Nov. 12, 2024 Select Board meeting
• Director's Report
• Social Worker's Report
• Financials review
• Minuteman Senior Services Update

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is coordinating logistics and publicity for a public informational hearing on October 29. The body is also reviewing a proposed timeline for the next CPA funding cycle and the 2024 CPA Report.

• CPA Public Informational Hearing scheduled for October 29
• Proposed CPA grant cycle opening December 6
• CPA grant application deadline proposed for February 28
• Drafting of the 2024 CPA Report

Police Station Building Renovation Committee

The committee is meeting to review project updates and a proposal from OPM. The session also includes time for community input and planning the meeting calendar.

• Discussion of OPM Proposal
• Project updates
• Community input

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee’s Advisory Council will hold a meeting on October 18, 2024. The agenda includes introductions, a review of Chapter 71, Section 59C statutory obligations, and a period for public comments from committee members, staff, students and parents. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Introductions of council members, staff, students and parents
• Review of statutory obligations under Chapter 71, Section 59C
• Public comments from committee members and community participants

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss the budget letter and memo. The agenda also includes a joint session with the Town Meeting Study Committee and preparations for a meeting with Concord's Finance Committee.

• Town Meeting Study Committee joint meeting
• Review of Budget Letter and Memo
• Preparation for joint Concord FinCom meeting
• Liasson updates

Transfer Station Action Committee

The Transfer Station Action Committee will approve the September 12 meeting minutes and review a revised map sign, including discussion of a permanent signage option. It will announce a Household Hazardous Waste Day scheduled for October 24 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and discuss EPA Solid Waste Infrastructure webinars on recycling and food‑waste prevention grants. The committee will also consider three possible community outreach events and a resident survey.

• Approve minutes of the September 12, 2024 meeting
• Review revised map sign and discuss permanent signage viability
• Household Hazardous Waste Day – October 24, 4‑7 p.m.
• EPA Solid Waste Infrastructure webinars on recycling & food‑waste prevention grants
• Consider attendance at three community events (Health & Wellness Fair, ESC table, Garden Club Seed Swap)

Town Meeting Study Committee

The Town Meeting Study Committee met jointly with the Finance Committee on October 17, 2024 to review a voter survey about the Annual Town Meeting (ATM). The committee presented findings from a survey of 201 voters, including top barriers to attendance, common complaints, and suggested improvements such as pre‑meeting materials, electronic voting, and shorter sessions. Members were asked to provide input on improving the town’s budget process, warrant article development, and citizen participation and attendance at future ATMs.

• Presentation of voter survey (201 respondents) on Annual Town Meeting attendance
• Review of top barriers to attendance (e.g., no child care, timing, length)
• Review of top concerns about ATM (tedious, too long, outdated)
• Review of suggested improvements (pre‑meeting materials, more e‑votes, shorter sessions)
• Solicitation of input on improving budget process, warrant article development, and ATM participation

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The Environmental Sustainability Committee will approve the prior meeting minutes and hear the Treasurer’s report. It will update the meeting‑minutes review and approval process. The bulk of the meeting is dedicated to Category Updates covering built‑environment renovations, climate initiatives, and transportation‑mobility planning. New business will be considered before adjournment.

• Treasurer’s report
• Meeting minutes review and approval process update
• Renovation updates for Police Building, Fire Department, DPW, and Library
• Invasive plant plan and municipal landscaping policy
• Town/School EV charger rate working group

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss several administrative updates. The agenda includes check-ins on local historic sites and districts.

• MFC Check-in
• Carlisle Central Burying Ground
• Bog House usage transfer
• House Plaques
• MBTA Overlay Districts Historic Structures

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board MBTA Communities Subcommittee will host an open house for the public at the Carlisle Public School Cafeteria, 83 School Street, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The agenda includes room setup at 3:30 pm and a break‑down at 7:00 pm. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Open house for public at Carlisle Public School Cafeteria, 83 School Street (4:00‑7:00 pm)
• Room set up at 3:30 pm
• Break down at 7:00 pm

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board will discuss how the town will attend and facilitate the MBTA Communities Open House. No formal decisions are noted for this agenda item.

• Attendance / Facilitation at MBTA Communities Open House

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding the Dog Park, Diment Park, and the track. The body will also review the HVAC system for the Brick Building.

• Dog Park update
• Diment Park update
• Track update
• Brick Building HVAC

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to review and analyze proposals from Owner’s Project Managers for the Fire Station. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Review of Fire Station Owner’s Project Manager proposals

Planning Board

The MBTA Communities Subcommittee is meeting to review minutes and plan the facilitation of an upcoming open house on October 16. The meeting also includes a period for public input.

• Facilitation plan for October 16 Open House

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will meet to discuss the Community Center. The session includes a review of information from a September 13th meeting with Ryan McLane and Holly Mansfield.

• Discussion of learnings from September 13th meeting with Ryan McLane and Holly Mansfield

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold hearings on several Notice of Intent applications for single‑family homes near wetlands, including two projects on Bingham Road and two driveway projects on West Street. An abbreviated resource‑area delineation for a wetland at 641 South Street will be presented. The meeting will also discuss a revision to the non‑zoning wetland bylaw and a series of new and pending business items, including a vote to authorize the Administrator to sign commission documents, budget approval, and project updates.

• Notice of Intent hearing – Bryan Duby, 0 Bingham Road Lot 4, single‑family home near a vegetated wetland
• Notice of Intent hearing – Bryan Duby, 0 Bingham Road Lot 5, single‑family home near a vegetated wetland
• MassDEP applications – John Reichenbach, driveway and grading work on Lot 3 and Lot 4, Off West Street
• Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation – Derek Zanga, 641 South Street, 3,546 linear feet of wetland
• Vote to authorize the Administrator to sign documents on behalf of the Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on October 10, 2024 at 7:30 pm to consider a Notice of Intent filed by John Reichenbach. The request seeks to construct a portion of a paved driveway and to clear and grade land for a single‑family dwelling within the 100‑foot buffer zone of a bordering vegetated wetland. The hearing will be conducted by virtual participation only, with documents available online.

• Review of Notice of Intent for driveway and grading within 100‑ft wetland buffer (Off West Street, Map 18 Parcel 6‑X, Lot 3)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by John Reichenbach. The proposal involves construction of a home, paved driveway, grading, and clearing near a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.

• Notice of Intent for single-family dwelling, paved driveway, grading, and clearing at Off West Street Map 18 Parcel 6-X Lot 4

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will review the status of the DPW study and discuss HVAC plans for the Brick Building and Gleason Library. The committee will also address the Police Station ADA ramp and various Town Hall improvement projects.

• HVAC plan for Brick Building - GGD
• HVAC study proposal for Gleason Library - GGD
• Police Station ADA ramp
• Town Hall bathroom, key card entry, and elevator projects
• Status of DPW study

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Task Force is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss the group's goals and deliverables. The agenda also includes plans for local cemetery visits and determining next steps.

• Discussion of Task Force goals and deliverables
• Planning for local cemetery visits

Town Meeting Study Committee

The Town Meeting Study Committee, meeting jointly with the School Committee, will present initial results from a 201‑respondent voter survey about the Annual Town Meeting (ATM). Members will discuss recommendations for changing the ATM schedule, format, and electronic voting to boost attendance and efficiency. Input will be sought on improving the town’s budget and warrant article development processes.

• Presentation of survey results identifying top barriers to ATM attendance
• Discussion of proposed changes such as more electronic votes and shorter presentations
• Soliciting committee input on improving the annual budget and warrant article process
• Considering schedule adjustments like weekend or evening meetings

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is meeting to discuss old business regarding the support of local artisans and artists. The body will review the details and proposed budget for Open Studio Days.

• Proposed Open Studio Days
• Proposed budget for Open Studio events

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee and Town Meeting Study Committee will discuss superintendent and committee goals for 2024-25. The body will also vote on a grade 8 field trip and a technology discard list.

• Vote on Grade 8 overnight field trip to Washington DC for June 4-6, 2025
• Vote on Fall 2024 Technology Discard List
• Accounts Payable Warrants: $169,158.78 and $193,876.89
• Payroll Warrants: $437,600.62 and $447,882.36
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with Carlisle Teachers’ Association

Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on specific conservation restrictions and plan for expiring restrictions. The body will also schedule upcoming inspections and future meetings.

• Update on CR #70
• Proposed transfer of CR #11 from Town to DCR
• Planning for expiring CRs
• Scheduling of CR inspections
• Drafting a letter to CR holders

Board of Assessors

The Carlisle Board of Assessors will hold a brief public commentary period and conduct routine business, including document signing and a public Q&A. They will approve the minutes from previous meetings. The board will then review the preliminary property valuations for Fiscal Year 2025 and discuss the FY 2025 tax classification hearing.

• Public commentary (15 minutes)
• Routine board business, document signing and public Q&A (15 minutes)
• Approve minutes from previous meeting(s)
• Review Fiscal Year 2025 preliminary valuations
• Discuss Fiscal Year 2025 tax classification hearing

Select Board

The Carlisle Select Board will vote to enter and later close an executive session, approve the state election warrant, and appoint Kathleen Bond as COAHS Social Services Manager. The board will review the FY26‑FY30 Capital Plan, financial forecast, and budget goals in a joint session with the Finance Committee. Additional items include the Town Administrator's evaluation and FY25 goal review, cemetery deed transfer requests, and routine reports and minutes.

• Vote to enter and later close Executive Session
• Appointment of Kathleen Bond as COAHS Social Services Manager
• FY26‑FY30 Capital Plan and budget goals discussion with Finance Committee
• Town Administrator evaluation and FY25 goal review
• Cemetery deed transfer requests

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The Gleason Public Library Trustees will meet to receive updates on the library renovation building committee and capital campaign fundraising. The board will also review the 2025 holiday closing schedule and hear a presentation from the Town Meeting Study Committee.

• Town Meeting Study Committee presentation
• 2025 holiday closing schedule review
• Library renovation building committee updates
• Capital campaign fundraising updates

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board will first consider the minutes from its October 1 meeting. It will then discuss the open house events scheduled for October 16 and November 16. A public input period will follow, and the board will set the date for its next meeting.

• Review minutes of the October 1 meeting
• Discuss October 16 open house
• Discuss November 16 open house
• Public input session
• Set date for the next meeting

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle School Committees are meeting to discuss student health results and budget timelines. The committees will vote on a social media policy, school trips, and end-of-year budget transfers for FY24.

• Vote to approve Social Media Policy
• Vote to approve FY24 End of Year Transfers for CCRSD and CPS
• Vote to approve CCHS Trips 2024-2025
• Vote to approve Launch Retail Space
• Review of CCRSD A/P warrants including one for $695,857.88

Youth Commission

The Carlisle Youth Commission will approve the minutes from its September 23 meeting, hear public comments, and provide updates on October activities, finances, and the upcoming November FNL registration. It will also review November event logistics, fire permit status, chaperone arrangements, and plan future FNL dates and themes. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Approve meeting minutes from 09/23/24
• November FNL registration update
• November logistics: DJ, photos, movie, snacks, decorations, swag, craft
• Fire permit update
• Chaperone update

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Advisory Council is meeting to nominate and vote for a Co-Chair and review the 2024-25 Parent & Student Handbook. The body will also discuss a proposal for a Carlisle Media Lab and review the School Improvement Plan for feedback.

• Proposal for a Carlisle Media Lab
• Review of the School Improvement Plan
• Review of the 24-25 CPS Parent & Student Handbook
• Nomination and vote for Co-Chair

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss a transfer request for the Greenough Emergency Fund. The agenda also includes a review of committee policies and updates from the liaison.

• Greenough Emergency Fund Transfer Request
• Policies Discussion
• Liaison Updates

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss updates across built environment, natural environment, and outreach categories. The meeting includes reviews of various town renovation projects and planning for upcoming funded events.

• Police Building Renovation Committee liaison update
• Fire Department, DPW, and Library renovation updates
• CCC funded applications due October 16
• Town/School EV charger rate working group
• Police cruiser charging infrastructure planning

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will receive an update on North Rd and Rutland St. The body will also hold a discussion with Town Counsel and Town Engineers.

• Update on North Rd and Rutland St
• Discussion with Town Counsel and Town Engineers
• Committee Member Brainstorm

Trails Committee

The Trails Committee will review quarterly account updates and approve bills. The body is discussing a variety of trail repairs, signage updates, and land use regulations.

• Hardening of Two Rod Road and wet area correction at Malcolm Outer loop
• Repairs to Spalding-Banta bridge and Greenough washout
• Review of trail signage, QR codes, and multi-use signs
• Discussion of land use regulations and group event guidelines
• Review of Tree/Boardwalk/Mowing Report Log and inventory data

Affordable Housing Trust

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust and Community Preservation Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will discuss the Bog House project with Habitat for Humanity.

• Discussion of the Bog House project with CPC and Habitat for Humanity

Community Preservation Committee

The committee is planning a Community Preservation Act public informational hearing proposed for October 29. The meeting also includes discussions with Habitat for Humanity and the Town Meeting Study Group.

• Discussion with Habitat for Humanity and CAHT
• Input for the Town Meeting Study Group
• Planning for a CPA Public Informational Hearing on October 29
• Approval of minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider the minutes from the September 24 meeting. It will continue a mapping analysis and review draft bylaw language along with survey data. The board will discuss the October 16 and November 16 open house events and solicit public input. Finally, it will set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of 9/24 meeting
• Continue mapping analysis
• Review draft bylaw language and survey data
• Discuss October 16 and November 16 open houses
• Set next meeting date

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is meeting to review the status of LCC grant applications and discuss revenue options, including a fall campaign and non-profit status. The body will also address community awareness of cultural programming and ways to support local artisans.

• Review of LCC Grant Round application status
• Discussion of Fall Campaign and online donation options
• Evaluation of the September 25 grantee reception
• Discussion on supporting local artisans and artists
• Introduction of new members Laurelyn Roberts and Kristi Wynn

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Task Force is meeting to review and approve previous minutes. The body will discuss its goals, time frames, and available resources to determine next steps.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes
• Recap of goals and time frames
• Review of resources

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will review reports on town infrastructure and facility updates. The body is discussing HVAC plans and studies for the Brick Building and Gleason Library, as well as an ADA ramp for the Police Station.

• DPW study presentation by Mark Anderson of Hill-LiRo
• HVAC plan for the Brick Building by GGD
• HVAC study proposal for Gleason Library by GGD
• Police Station ADA ramp discussion
• Progress updates on Town Hall bathrooms, key card entry, and elevator project

Regional Meetings

The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will meet to review administrative and financial reports. The board is scheduled to discuss a fare-free transit option and the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.

• Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan
• Fare Free Discussion

Cultural Council

The Carlisle Cultural Council will meet on September 25, 2024 at 3:45 PM in Carlisle Center Park. The agenda lists a call to order, a reception for a grantee, and adjournment. No decisions, contracts, or policy items are noted; the meeting is primarily for the reception.

• Grantee reception

Regional Meetings

The North Central Climate Change Coalition will hold a remote meeting on September 25, 2024. Attendees will review and approve draft minutes, receive member updates, and discuss the Green Communities activity. The agenda also includes a website and survey update, the MMA Climate Change Declaration, and immigrant/farmland match legislation. No specific decisions are listed; the items are for discussion.

• Review and approve draft minutes
• Member updates
• Discussion of Green Communities activity
• Website and survey update
• MMA Climate Change Declaration and immigrant/farmland match legislation

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from NSTAR Electric Company dba Eversource Energy to install approximately five feet of electrical conduit on West Street. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust, a review of the Fall Town Meeting warrant list, and presentations on human resources, Complete Streets, and the TA Bylaw draft. Additional items are the Town Administrator report, cemetery deed transfer requests, and liaison reports.

• Appointment of Sofya Norris to the Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust (145 Carlisle Pines Drive)
• Public hearing on Eversource Energy's request to install ~5 ft of electrical conduit in West St.
• Special (Fall) Town Meeting warrant review
• Complete Streets presentation
• Cemetery deed transfer requests

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services will hear reports from the Director, the Social Worker, and the Financial Officer. A Friends' Report and an update from Minuteman Senior Services will also be presented. The meeting will include discussion of committee interests and the agency's strategic plan. No formal decisions are indicated; the agenda is primarily informational.

• Director’s Report (Carol Grueneich)
• Social Worker’s Report (Kathleen Bond)
• Financials (Elisabeth Bojarski)
• Minuteman Senior Services Update (Jerry Lerman)
• Strategic Plan discussion (Carol Grueneich)

Department of Public Works

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities will hold a virtual public hearing on September 19, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. to consider NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy’s petition for approval of its Eversource Community Solar Access Program (ECSAP). The program proposes a low‑income shared solar offering with a simplified billing structure and enrollment targets that allocate 35 % of participants to arrears customers in priority communities, among other percentages, and a projected $420 annual savings per customer. Comments may be submitted by September 20, 2024, and petitions to intervene must be filed by September 11, 2024.

• Virtual public hearing on Sep 19, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. (Zoom link provided)
• Filing by NSTAR/Eversource (D.P.U. 24-104) for approval of the Eversource Community Solar Access Program
• Program enrollment targets: 35% R‑2/R‑4 arrears in priority communities, 28% arrears not in priority, 25% non‑arrears priority, 12% other R‑2/R‑4 customers
• Projected $420 annual savings benefit for participating low‑income customers
• Comment deadline Sep 20, 2024 (5 p.m.); petition to intervene deadline Sep 11, 2024 (5 p.m.)

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss updates across built environment, natural environment, and transportation categories. The meeting includes reviews of various town renovation projects and planning for upcoming community events.

• Updates on Police Building, Fire Department, DPW, and Library renovations
• Review of neighboring town survey regarding lawn care equipment
• Planning for CCC funded events with applications due October 16
• Discussion on Town/School EV charger rate working group
• Planning for police cruiser charging infrastructure

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness for cemetery work. The body will also review meeting minutes and provide administrative updates on town historical sites.

• Public hearing for application 2024-08 to replace 8 flag holders at Central Burying Ground and add 9 flag holders at Green Cemetery (31 Lowell St)
• Review of meeting minutes from May 15, June 18, and July 17, 2024
• Administrative updates on Carlisle Central Burying Ground
• Administrative updates on Bog House usage transfer
• Administrative updates on House Plaques and Rules & Regulations

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Application No. 2024-08. The body will discuss proposed work to install flag holders for Revolutionary War Veterans at two town-owned sites.

• Application No. 2024-08: replacing 8 missing flag holders at Central Burying Ground (31 Lowell St)
• Application No. 2024-08: adding 9 flag holders at Green Cemetery (217 Bedford Rd)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss the budget with the Finance Committee and provide updates on town facilities. The meeting includes a public comment regarding an Eagle Scout project.

• Eagle Scout Project presentation by Teddy Watters
• Budget review with the Finance Committee
• Updates on the Dog Park, Diment Park, and the Track
• Correspondence regarding Pickleball Courts and Spalding Baseball Field
• Discussion regarding the Brick Building

Planning Board

The MBTA Communities Subcommittee is meeting to continue mapping analysis and review draft bylaw language. The board will also discuss an upcoming open house on October 16 and select a date for a November forum.

• Review of draft bylaw language
• Mapping analysis
• Planning for October 16 Open House
• Scheduling of November Forum

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees will meet to discuss budget planning and school goals. The committees will vote on a Bond Anticipation Note and a contract for CPS Building Service Workers for 2024-2027.

• Vote to approve CPS Building Service Workers Contract 2024-2027
• Vote to approve Bond Anticipation Note (BAN)
• Acceptance of donations including $6,200.00 for CCHS Band drumline from Concord250 Corporation
• Vote to approve Grade 8 Washington, DC Trip for June 2025
• Vote to endorse Concord Board of Health recommendations to limit outdoor evening activities

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The Gleason Public Library Trustees will meet to review and approve the library's strategic plan. The body will also receive updates regarding the library renovation building committee and capital campaign fundraising.

• Strategic plan review and approval
• Library renovation building committee updates
• Capital campaign fundraising updates

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee will meet on September 16, 2024 at 3:30 pm in the Community Room of the Robbins Building. The agenda lists a call to order, a discussion on the district’s DESE Targeted Review self‑assessment with school community members, and adjournment. No specific decisions are noted beyond the discussion item.

• Call to Order (procedural)
• Discussion: Participation in DESE District Targeted Review Self Assessment with school community members
• Adjournment (procedural)

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will meet to discuss the Community Center process with Ryan McLane. The meeting also includes the review of secretary's minutes.

• Community Center process discussion with Ryan McLane

Transfer Station Action Committee

The Transfer Station Action Committee will consider several items, including approving the July meeting minutes. Members will vote on designating who signs off on invoices and on reducing TSAC membership from nine to seven pending Select Board approval. The committee will also review the transfer station entrance map, solid waste data, and updates to sticker sales and website reuse information.

• Approve minutes of the July 2024 meeting
• Vote to designate the individual(s) authorized to sign invoices
• Vote to reduce TSAC membership from nine members to seven, subject to Select Board approval
• Review and discuss the transfer station entrance map
• Discuss solid waste volume numbers for the transfer station

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The Gleason Public Library Building Committee will review and evaluate submissions received in response to an OPM Request for Services (RFS). The committee will also discuss the next steps for selecting an OPM.

• Evaluation of OPM RFS submissions
• Discussion of OPM selection process

Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee

The Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee will review monitoring reports for several conservation restrictions and discuss scheduling future inspections and meetings.

• Review monitoring reports for CR #1, #2, #34, #46, and #70
• Discuss proposed transfer of CR #11 from Town to DCR
• Schedule fall committee meetings and inspections

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Task Force will hold a hybrid meeting on September 11 at 1:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Heald Room. The agenda includes community input, introductions, a review of the committee charter and goal setting, and scheduling future meetings. No specific actions or decisions are listed.

• Community input
• Introductions and committee organization
• Review charter and set goals
• Set future meeting schedule
• Adjourn

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Committee will review budget updates for FY24, FY25, and the FY26 timeline. The body will also discuss the Highland Building and a Grade 8 trip to Washington DC. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Carlisle Teachers’ Association.

• Vote to accept PTO gift of Geodes Tutor Kits
• Discussion of Grade 8 overnight trip to Washington DC, June 4-6, 2025
• Payroll warrants totaling $1,684,414.58 (24PR26, 25PR01, 25PR02, 25PR03, 25PR04)
• Accounts payable warrants totaling $315,325.21 (24SE26, 24SE27, 25SE01, 25SE02, 25SE03, 25SE04)
• Discussion of Highland Building

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a public commentary period, conduct routine business and document signing, approve the minutes from prior meetings, and discuss preliminary property valuations before they are released to the public. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Public commentary per BOA policy (15 minutes)
• Routine board business, document signing and public Q&A (15 minutes)
• Approve minutes from the previous meeting(s)
• Discuss preliminary valuations prior to public release
• Adjourn the meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss administrative updates including a draft review of the Town Administrator bylaw and the hiring process for the Town Clerk. The board will also consider a one-day liquor license and review safety reports for North Road and Rutland Street.

• 1-Day Liquor License for GPL Books and Brews
• Town Administrator Bylaw Draft Review
• Town Clerk hiring process
• Safety Committee report on North Road and Rutland Street
• Friends of Center Park Agreement

Finance Committee

The Carlisle Finance Committee meeting on September 9, 2024 will conduct routine business, including approving previous meeting minutes and receiving updates from the Town Administrator. Members will discuss upcoming calendar items and liaison assignments. The meeting will be held in person at the Town Hall and remotely via Zoom.

• Review and approve Finance Committee outstanding meeting minutes
• Town Administrator update
• Upcoming calendar discussion
• Liaison assignments and updates

Affordable Housing Trust

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will review updates on CPA Funds and the Accessory Apartment Bylaw Changes. New business includes discussion of Chapter 61 Land, membership matters, and reorganization of officers. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and set the date for the next meeting.

• CPA Funds update
• Accessory Apartment Bylaw Changes update
• Chapter 61 Land discussion
• Membership matters
• Reorganization of officers

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for an accessory apartment at 20 Audubon Lane. The board will also continue a hearing on proposed zoning bylaw amendments to simplify accessory apartment requirements ahead of the November 2024 Special Town Meeting.

• Special Permit application for an accessory apartment at 20 Audubon Lane
• Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments to Section 5.6 regarding Accessory Apartments
• Plan Endorsement for 75 West Street Conservation Cluster
• Approval Not Required Plan for 779 West Street
• MBTA Communities Subcommittee Update

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board will hold a hybrid public hearing on September 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall and via Zoom. The hearing concerns a petition by Chris Crump on behalf of Barrett Bilotta requesting an Accessory Apartment Special Permit under Section 5.6 of the zoning bylaws. The permit applies to the parcel at 20 Audubon Lane, shown on Town Atlas Map 4, Parcel 25C‑4A. Plans can be reviewed at the Planning Office, 66 Westford Street, Monday‑Thursday, 9 a.m.‑3 p.m.

• Accessory Apartment Special Permit request for 20 Audubon Lane (Section 5.6)
• Hybrid public hearing (in‑person at 66 Westford Street and Zoom)

Police Station Building Renovation Committee

The committee will meet to interview and deliberate on candidates for the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) role. The body intends to make recommendations for the OPM position following these interviews.

• Interview of Renovation OPM candidates
• Recommendations for OPM selection

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services will discuss a strategic planning session for a September 13, 2024 meeting with community‑center stakeholders. The session will involve stakeholders Ryan McLane, Holly Mansfield, and Meredith Bielecky. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for planning purposes.

• Strategic planning session for September 13, 2024 community‑center meeting with stakeholders Ryan McLane, Holly Mansfield, and Meredith Bielecky

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The Gleason Public Library Building Committee will review and approve the previous meeting minutes, evaluate the submissions it received in response to the Owner's Project Manager request for services, and discuss the next steps in selecting an OPM. The committee will also decide on the date of its next meeting and allow time for public comment. The September 5 meeting was cancelled and rescheduled for September 12.

• Review and approve meeting minutes
• Evaluate submissions received in response to OPM RFS
• Discuss next steps in OPM selection process
• Select next meeting date
• Public comment

Planning Board

The Planning Board's Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Core Committee is meeting to review previous research and organize ideas. The committee will discuss potential code and policy changes to address identified issues.

• Review of minutes from 6/27/24
• Recap of deep dives and organization of ideas
• Discussion of code and policy changes for vulnerability preparedness

Safety Committee

The Carlisle Safety Committee will hear community input, organize its membership, and examine safety data and complaints. The meeting includes a specific review of the intersection of North Road and Rutland Street, followed by approval of the August 14, 2024 minutes and scheduling of future meetings.

• Review of safety concerns at the intersection of North Road and Rutland Street
• Review of road safety data
• Review of community complaints and requests
• Approval of minutes from 8/14/2024
• Set future meeting schedule

Trails Committee

The Carlisle Trails Committee will approve minutes from its July 12 meeting and review purchases and bills related to trail maintenance. It will discuss 2024 trail goals, signage, safety measures, and trail‑use guidelines. New business includes a request to install a bench, consideration of first‑aid/stop‑the‑bleed kits, and planning for the Wendy Davis Trail and other community projects.

• Approve minutes from the July 12 meeting
• Discuss purchases and approve bills for trail projects
• Consider bench installation request
• Review first‑aid/stop‑the‑bleed kits
• Plan Wendy Davis Trail and related community activities

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committees are meeting to discuss school goals, self-evaluation, and capital planning. The committees will vote on practices and protocols and a contract for design services. An executive session is scheduled regarding collective bargaining with Building Service Workers.

• Vote to award CCHS Amenities Design to Gale Associates
• Vote to approve Practices and Protocols
• CCRSD Payroll warrants totaling $1,138,599.94
• CPS Payroll and A/P warrants totaling $454,448.32
• CIPS Staff Child Enrollment Request for SY 24-25

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will meet to review staff, financial, and community center reports. The board will also discuss meeting locations for FY25.

• Director's and Social Worker's reports
• Financial report
• Community Center update
• FY25 Board meeting locations

Town Meeting Study Committee

The Town Meeting Study Committee will review the minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting and follow up on action items such as feedback from Wayne Davis and outreach efforts. Members will discuss comparable‑town research and set the schedule for future town meetings through the fall.

• Review minutes of the July 25, 2024 meeting
• Review action items from the July 25 meeting (Wayne Davis feedback, PTO outreach, committee outreach, survey analysis)
• Discuss comparable‑town research and any related feedback
• Consider any new items submitted
• Determine the meeting schedule up to the fall town meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will vote to officially close the CPA grant for the Playground Project. Members will discuss opening a CPA funding cycle for the Fall Town Meeting on November 12 and set an application deadline, possibly Friday, October 11. The committee will plan a public informational hearing for 2025 as required by statute. Upcoming meeting dates in September and October will be confirmed.

• Vote to officially close the CPA grant for the Playground Project
• Consider opening a CPA funding cycle for the Fall Town Meeting and set a deadline (e.g., Oct 11)
• Schedule a public informational hearing for 2025 per the CPA statute
• Set dates for next CPC meetings in September and October
• Review notes from the CPC Roundtable Conversation and discuss future strategy

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold hearings on three residential construction projects involving wetland buffer zones. The body will also consider a bill for $449.60 and discuss various land management and restoration efforts.

• Hearings for single-family home construction at 0 Bingham Road (Lot 4 and Lot 5)
• Hearing for home addition and sewage system replacement at 59 Craigie Circle
• Payment of $449.60 to Stamski and McNary, Inc. for Cranberry Bog Dam #1
• Tree removal applications for 24 Log Hill Road and 216 River Road
• Extension request for guardrail installation on Maple Street

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Cultural Council is meeting to vote on local grant priorities for the LCC Grant Round. The body will also discuss fundraising options, the town budget, and the appointment of a member to the Community Center exploration group.

• Vote on LCC Grant Round local grant priorities
• Grantee reception scheduled for Sept. 25
• Discussion of non-profit fundraising organizational options
• Town budget update
• Appointment of a member to the Community Center exploration group

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will meet to approve past minutes, discuss the Town elevators and DPW study, and review the status of the Bog House and other projects like Town Hall bathrooms and key card entry.

• Approval of minutes from 08/08/24
• Discussion of Town elevators
• Discussion of DPW study
• Bog House winterization status
• Town Hall key card entry

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's office will conduct testing of the Imagecast Voting Tabulator. This activity is in preparation for the September 3, 2024, State Primary.

• Testing of Imagecast Voting Tabulator at 66 Westford Street

Board of Assessors

The Carlisle Board of Assessors will hold its regular meeting. Items include public commentary, routine board business, approval of prior minutes, a discussion of the FY2025 valuations update, and a discussion of outstanding ATB cases. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Public commentary per BOA policy (15 minutes)
• Routine board business, document signing and public Q&A (15 minutes)
• Approve minutes from the previous meeting(s)
• Discuss FY2025 valuations update
• Discuss outstanding ATB cases

Select Board

The Select Board will review draft bylaws, set FY25 goals for town projects, and discuss American Rescue Plan Act funds. The board will also evaluate the Town Administrator and vote on the FY25 budget calendar.

• Review Town Administrator Bylaw Draft
• FY25 Select Board Goals: Police, Library, Fire, and DPW Renovation
• FY25 Budget Priorities and Calendar Vote
• ARPA Discussion and Review
• Town Administrator Evaluation – Initial Discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board MBTA Communities Subcommittee is meeting to continue its mapping analysis. The session includes time for public input and the scheduling of the next meeting.

• Mapping analysis continuation

Youth Commission

The Carlisle Youth Commission will consider the report on a spending cap increase. It will also discuss updates on FNL registration, facilities, vendors, and planning for the October event and future dates. Public comments and a recap of 2023‑2024 activities are also on the agenda.

• Approve meeting minutes from 5/12/24
• Public comments
• Report on spending cap increase
• FNL registration update for 2024/2025
• Preparations for October FNL 40th anniversary

Cultural Council

The Carlisle Cultural Council will vote on local grant priorities for the LCC Grant Round. The meeting will also discuss upcoming events, fundraising options, and a town budget update. Members will consider appointing a representative to the Community Center exploration group. The session is virtual and open to the public by invitation.

• Vote on LCC Grant Round local grant priorities
• Grantee reception scheduled for Sept. 25
• Appointment of a member to the Community Center exploration group
• Discussion of non‑profit fundraising organizational options
• Town budget update

Police Station Building Renovation Committee

The Police Station Building Renovation Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on August 23, 2024 to receive community input, provide project updates, and discuss OPM submissions and the meeting calendar. No specific decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Community Input
• Project Updates
• Discuss OPM Submissions
• Discuss Meeting Calendar

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider several development notices that affect wetland buffer zones, including driveway and home addition projects. It will also vote on an emergency certification to replace a collapsed CMP pipe on Westford Street with a reinforced concrete pipe. Additional agenda items include a land use permit for a mountain bike challenge event and various new or pending business such as authorizing the administrator to sign documents and reviewing wetland bylaw revisions.

• Emergency Certification Ratification: Westford Street replacement of a collapsed CMP pipe with reinforced concrete (work to begin Aug 12, finish within 30 days)
• Notice of Intent – Vanessa Moroney: driveway turnaround expansion at 142 Bedford Road, within 100‑foot wetland buffer
• Notice of Intent – Lee Maserian Morse: addition, driveway, and grading at 49 Concord Street, within 100‑foot wetland buffer
• Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation – Derek Zanga: confirmation of 3,546 linear feet of wetland at 641 South Street
• Land Use Permit – Jason Suderman: Carlisle Mosquito 50 Mountain Bike Challenge on Oct 6 (rain date Oct 20)

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Committee will discuss planning and goal setting for the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting includes a review of the draft meeting schedule and an executive session regarding collective bargaining.

• Draft Meeting Schedule for 24-25
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Carlisle Teachers’ Association

Safety Committee

The Carlisle Safety Committee will collect community input, introduce members and organize its structure. It will review its charter and set goals, examine initial community complaints, and establish a schedule for upcoming meetings. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Community Input
• Introductions and Committee Organization
• Review charter and set goals
• Review initial work (community complaints)
• Set future meeting schedule

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on the State Primary Warrant and the Climate Leader Program. Members will discuss Special Town Meeting warrant requests regarding accessory apartments and Treasurer Collector regulations. The board will also review a draft of the Town Administrator Bylaw.

• Appointment of Kathleen Bond as Interim Social Services Manager
• Appointment of Layne Lencki-Barlow as Driver/Laborer DPW
• Special Town Meeting Warrant Request for Accessory Apartment Bylaw
• Special Town Meeting Warrant Request regarding MGL CH 200A, Sec 9A
• Review of Town Administrator Bylaw Draft

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a hybrid public hearing on August 12 at 8:00 p.m. to consider Jenna Hull’s petition for modifications to the Community Farm School, Inc. at 185 Concord Street. Materials can be reviewed at the Planning Office, 66 Westford Street, Monday‑Friday 9 a.m.–3 p.m., or requested by email. The meeting will be in person at Town Hall and via Zoom.

• Petition by Jenna Hull for modifications to the Community Farm School, Inc. at 185 Concord Street

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services will review old business items, including modular housing and a Harvard/Hingham COA update. New business items include proposals to broaden the community center’s scope, identify multiple town stakeholders, qualify for CPAC funds, conduct an independent demographic assessment, and evaluate community center space needs and a vision/impact statement. The meeting will focus on discussing these topics.

• Broadening Community Center Scope
• Identifying multiple town stakeholders
• Qualifying for CPAC funds
• Independent Demographic Assessment
• Community Center Space Needs

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to receive updates on the dog park, Diment Park, and the track. The body will also discuss the 2025 Summer Fun registration opening and refund policy.

• Dog Park update
• Diment Park subcommittee update
• Track update
• Therapeutic Recreation update
• 2025 Summer Fun refund policy and registration

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting for a site visit at the Town Cranberry Bog and Bog House. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Site visit at Cranberry Bog and Bog House, 750 Curve St.

Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee

The Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee will review the June 19 minutes and receive an update on Conservation Restriction #70. It will discuss monitoring reports for Great Brook Estates (RCD#2), CR #1 and #34 incursion, and a recap of the CR #46 site visit. The committee will also consider the Town Council’s opinion on the longevity of conservation restrictions, membership matters, and upcoming inspections.

• CR #70 update
• RCD#2 – Great Brook Estates monitoring report
• CR #1 & 34 incursion monitoring report
• CR #46 site visit recap
• Town Council opinion on CR longevity

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the School Committee regarding the Highland Building and shared services. The board will vote on a Hanscom Resolution and discuss owner's project managers for the police and fire stations.

• Vote on Hanscom Resolution
• 5-Year Agreement with Friends of Center Park
• Discussion on Owner’s Project Manager for Police and Fire Stations
• Joint meeting with School Committee on Highland Building and Shared Services
• Appointments to Safety Committee and Planning Board

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Joint Select Board and School Committee are meeting to discuss the Highland Building and shared services.

• Discussion regarding the Highland Building
• Discussion regarding shared services

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the future budget process and appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes a presentation from Climate Leaders.

• Climate Leaders presentation
• Future budget process discussion
• Chair and Vice-Chair appointments
• Liaison assignments

Municipal Facilities Committee

The committee is meeting to review the Facilities Manager's report and continue discussions on town elevators and the DPW building. The body will also review progress on Town Hall bathroom and key card entry studies.

• Discussion of Town elevators
• Discussion of DPW building
• Progress of Town Hall bathroom and key card entry studies
• Discussion of Police Station ramp
• Planning a visit to the waste water treatment plant

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee will meet remotely to discuss and vote on approving the district's participation in the Climate Leader Communities Program. The meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024, at 12:00 PM.

• Vote to approve Carlisle Public Schools participation in Climate Leader Communities Program
• Meeting held via Zoom
• Meeting recorded

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is conducting continued public hearings for two Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will review proposed renovations to a barn and additions to the police station.

• Public hearing for 43-45 Bedford Road: barn renovations including new metal roof, cedar shingles, and new doors/windows
• Public hearing for 41 Lowell Road: police station additions including a sallyport garage and a detached garage building
• Administrative updates regarding Rules & Regulations

Planning Board

The Carlisle Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on an accessory apartment special permit for 110 Patch Meadow Lane. It will also hear a joint request with the Tree Warden to alter a scenic road on West Street, and a petition for site‑plan approval to reconfigure the Carlisle Police Station at 41 Lowell Street. The meeting includes staff updates on a proposed accessory‑apartment bylaw revision and other routine business.

• Accessory Apartment Special Permit hearing – 110 Patch Meadow Lane, Parcel 44-4
• Scenic Road alteration request – removal and restoration of stone wall and removal of two oak trees and one pine tree on West Street, Assessors Map 18 Parcels 5 and 6‑X
• Site‑plan petition for reconfiguration of Carlisle Police Station – 41 Lowell Street, Town Map 22, Parcels 82 and 31
• Proposed revisions to the Accessory Apartment Bylaw (staff update)
• MBTA Communities Subcommittee update (staff report)

Planning Board

The Planning Board and Tree Warden will hold a joint public hearing regarding a petition by John Reichenbach. The request involves removing and restoring sections of a stone wall and removing three trees to allow for a common driveway and emergency vehicle access for a six-lot Conservation Cluster.

• Permanent removal of approximately 30 feet of stone wall on West Street
• Temporary removal of 10 feet of stone wall on West Street
• Restoration of 26 feet of stone wall in front of 75 West Street
• Removal of two 6” oaks and one 30” pine tree
• Construction of a common driveway and drainage utilities for a six-lot Conservation Cluster

Trails Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes, approve bills, and swear in new members. Discussion includes various trail maintenance projects such as wet area management, boardwalk repairs, and erosion control.

• Election of Kath, Warren, Marc, and Pat
• Conservation Land activities including Woodward Village trails and Two Rod Road hardening
• Trail infrastructure including Otter Slide duckboards, Greenough washout, and Sachs Greenway culvert
• River trail boardwalk repair and Twin Peaks bridge replacement
• Greenough barn deconstruction

Police Station Building Renovation Committee

The committee will receive project updates and gather community input. Members will also discuss the process for hiring an Owner's Project Manager (OPM) and review the meeting calendar.

• Discussion of OPM hiring process
• Project updates
• Community input

Transfer Station Action Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming year. Members will also receive updates on solid waste numbers, bin orders, and the Select Board's modified local hauler policy. The meeting includes discussion regarding curbside organic recycling approaches.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on 5 New Age Bins and arrangement to buy 5 Earth Machines from Maynard
• Discussion of curbside organic recycling approaches/status
• Review of Select Board approved modified local hauler policy

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss climate leadership and road maintenance. The board is scheduled to vote on the Hanscom Expansion Resolution and its FY25 goals.

• Hanscom Expansion Resolution (Vote)
• Select Board FY25 Goals (Discussion and Final Vote)
• FY25 paving plan changes (Discuss/vote)
• Joint Meeting with the Board of Health for a vacancy appointment

Planning Board

The Planning Board’s MBTA Communities Subcommittee will review community survey feedback and discuss potential bylaw language, site locations, and technical assistance updates. The agenda also covers routine administrative items, including approving June minutes, taking public input, and scheduling the next meeting. No binding votes or major project approvals are scheduled for this session.

• Review of community survey feedback
• Discussion of potential bylaw language and site locations
• Update on technical assistance for MBTA communities compliance
• Public input period
• Scheduling the next subcommittee meeting

Recreation Commission

The Commission will meet to confirm its members for the 2024-2025 term. The body will also appoint a Chair and a Vice Chair.

• Confirm 2024-2025 Recreation Commission Members
• Appoint a Chair and Vice Chair of the Recreation Commission

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The committee will review and approve the draft RFS/RFQ document for an Owner's Project Manager. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes.

• Review and approve draft RFS/RFQ for Owner's Project Manager

Recreation Commission

The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and receive correspondence regarding pickleball nets and an Eagle Scout project. The agenda includes progress updates on the dog park, Diment Park, the track, and therapeutic recreation.

• Donation of Pickleball Nets
• Eagle Scout project
• Dog Park Update
• Diment Park Subcommittee Update
• Track Update

Municipal Facilities Committee

The committee will review reports from the Facilities Manager and continue discussions regarding Town elevators and a key card entry system for Town Hall. Members will also address planning a site visit for the Waste Water Treatment Plant and progress on studies for Town Hall bathrooms.

• Discussion of Town elevators
• Discussion of key card entry system for Town Hall
• Planning a site visit for Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Progress of Town Hall bathroom studies

Planning Board

The committee will review minutes from April meetings and debrief from deep dive sessions with various boards and committees. Members will also discuss initial recommendations and local implementation strategies.

• Review of 4/4/24 and 4/11/24 minutes
• Debrief from Deep Dive Meetings with Boards & Committees
• Discussion of Initial Recommendations
• Discussion of Prioritization & Local Strategy for Implementation

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will meet to review monthly reports from the Administrator, Finance Director, and Facility Director. The board is also scheduled to consider the FY2025 budget presentation and a public transportation agency safety plan.

• LRTA FY2025 Budget Presentation
• Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan
• Advisory Board Schedule — recess for July and August
• Election of Officers

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review an overview of long-term town finances and facilities provided by Ryan McLane. Members will also review final grant agreements for the 2025 CPA grants.

• Overview of long-term town finances and facilities
• Review of final 2025 CPA grant agreements
• Discussion of proposed Fall Town Meeting on November 12, 2024

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Select Board are holding a joint meeting. The primary agenda item is the review of year end transfers pursuant to MGL c. 44 § 33B.

• Review of year end transfers with Select Board

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to ratify a dispatch contract and vote on setting a Special Town Meeting. The agenda includes a public hearing for Eversource Energy electrical conduit installation on South St. and a joint meeting with the Finance Committee regarding end of year transfers.

• Ratification of Dispatch Contract (Massachusetts Coalition of Police Union Local 201A)
• Public Hearing: NSTAR Electric Company dba Eversource Energy electrical conduit installation on South St.
• Road Maintenance Public Comment Hearing
• End of Year Transfers joint meeting with the Finance Committee
• Proposed modifications to DPW Policy for Transfer Station use by local private haulers

Planning Board

The MBTA Communities Subcommittee will review initial survey feedback. The board will also discuss potential locations and language for a new bylaw.

• Review of initial survey feedback
• Discussion of potential bylaw language and locations
• Public input session

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Committee will meet to discuss various updates including school enrollment, building presentations, and budget status. The committee is scheduled to vote on the Superintendent's evaluation and will move into executive session for administrator negotiations.

• Vote to approve the Superintendent’s Evaluation
• Accounts Payable Warrants totaling $429,775.41
• Payroll Warrants totaling $1,731,378.39
• Discussion of School Enrollment and Highland Building presentation
• FY24 and FY25 Budget Update

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council will review staff reports from the Director and Social Worker. The meeting includes a discussion of final budget numbers and a vote to nominate members to the Nominating Panel.

• Review of final budget numbers
• Nomination and vote for members of the Nominating Panel
• Staff reports from Director and Social Worker

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss the allocation of its remaining budget and an Eagle Scout project proposal. Members will also receive updates on various categories including the built environment, natural environment, schools, and transportation.

• Allocation of remaining budget
• Eagle Scout project proposal
• Built environment category updates
• Natural environment category updates
• School composting program update

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hear multiple Notices of Intent regarding residential construction, including wells, patios, pools, and septic systems near wetlands. The agenda also includes discussions on conservation land management and the FY '25 budget.

• Notice of Intent: water supply well and utility installation at 201 Bedford Road
• Notice of Intent: patio, pergola, and playset installation at 62 Hart Farm Road
• Continued hearing: single-family home construction at 0 Bingham Road, Lot 4
• Continued hearing: single-family home construction at 0 Bingham Road, Lot 5
• Continued hearing: pool and patio construction at 41 Skelton Road

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Joel Bissell G.C. LLC. The proposal includes replacing a hot tub and portion of a deck with a concrete paver patio and pergola, as well as installing a new playset and native plantings.

• Public hearing for 62 Hart Farm Road (Map 28 Parcel 12)
• Proposed replacement of hot tub and portion of existing deck with concrete paver patio and pergola
• Proposed removal of existing swing set and construction of a new playset outside the 100-foot Buffer Zone
• Proposed native plantings

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent filed by Geoffrey Freeman. The proposal involves constructing a public water supply well, an access road, and water/electrical lines that cross two intermittent streams.

• Public hearing for construction at 201 Bedford Road (Map 22 Parcel 68-Y)
• Proposed installation of a public water supply well
• Proposed water distribution line and underground electrical service
• Work within wetland resource areas and 100-foot Buffer Zone

Regional Meetings

The Audit & Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025. The meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2024, at the Lowell Regional Transit Authority Administrative Office.

• Discussion of FY2025 Proposed Budget

Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and discuss updates regarding several conservation restrictions. The agenda includes site visit recaps for CR #1, #34, and RCD #2 (Great Brook Estates), as well as an inspection report for CR #21.

• Update on CR #70
• Recap of CR #1 & #34 site visit
• CR #21 inspection report
• RCD #2 – Great Brook Estates site visit recap

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding Certificates of Appropriateness for multiple properties. These include barn renovations at 43-45 Bedford Road, police station additions at 41 Lowell Road, and roof repairs at 62 Lowell Road.

• Public hearing for 43-45 Bedford Road: barn renovations including new metal roof, cedar shingles, and windows
• Public hearing for 41 Lowell Road: additions and renovations to the existing police station and garage structures
• Public hearing for 27 School Street: amendment to a previous COA regarding the First Religious Society play yard fence height
• Public hearing for 62 Lowell Road: roof renovations and repairs
• Informational discussions regarding 499 Curve St and 49 Concord St

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings regarding several property applications. These include roof repairs, fence height revisions, barn renovations, and police station additions.

• 62 Lowell Street: Roof renovations and repairs
• 27 School Street: Revisions to play yard fence height
• 43 Bedford Road: Barn renovations including new roof, siding, door, and windows
• 41 Lowell Road: Police station additions and renovations including a sallyport garage

Board of Assessors

The Board will conduct routine business and document signing. The meeting includes a presentation regarding Mid-Century Modern Building Style Analysis.

• Routine board business and document signing
• Presentation on Mid-Century Modern Building Style Analysis

Celebrations Committee

The committee will review the recent Memorial Day observation and discuss updates to the Honor Roll and Monument process. An executive session is scheduled to discuss candidates for the Old Home Day Honored Citizen.

• Review of Memorial Day observation
• Honor Roll and Monument Update Process discussion
• Executive Session regarding Old Home Day Honored Citizen candidates

Cranberry Bog Working Group

The Cranberry Bog Working Group will review and approve minutes from previous meetings held in October and November 2023. This session is designated as the final meeting for the group.

• Review and approval of October 23, 2023 minutes
• Review and approval of November 27, 2023 minutes

Cultural Council

The Council will review a recap of Race Amity Day and discuss planning for Old Home Day weekend. Discussions include staffing, activities, expenses, and fundraising for the parade and music festival.

• Race Amity Day recap
• Old Home Day: Open Mic (June 21)
• Old Home Day: Parade and Country Fair (June 22)
• Music Festival (June 22-23)
• LCC grant process options

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The joint committee will vote on several three-year successor agreements for teachers and building service workers. The meeting also includes votes regarding FY25 non-union salaries and the creation of a policy subcommittee.

• Concord Carlisle Teachers’ Association Three Year Successor Agreement
• CCHS Building Service Workers Three Year Successor Agreement
• Non-Union FY25 Salaries Including Superintendent
• Creation of a Policy Subcommittee and appointment of members
• Release of legal opinion regarding Middle School naming

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council is discussing warming kitchen initiatives and potential cooking classes. Members are also reviewing suggestions from the Library, Recreation Commission, and Board of Health regarding space in a Community Center.

• Report on Village Court board meeting
• Discussion of warming kitchens and cooking classes
• Review of Community Center space requirements
• Planning for Community Center information at Old Home Day

Transfer Station Action Committee

The committee will review updates on Black Earth signups, home compost orders, and May solid waste data. Members will also discuss proposed changes to local hauler policy and organizational plans for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.

• Proposed changes to local hauler policy
• Black Earth signups and home compost orders update
• May solid waste report
• Election of new chair and vice chair for July meeting
• Budget considerations for the upcoming fiscal year

Town Meeting Study Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes and discuss the progress of the Carlisle survey. Members are also scheduled to discuss engaging town boards and committees, as well as potential surveys of other towns.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the Carlisle survey
• Discussion regarding engagement of town boards and committees
• Discussion regarding surveying other towns via phone or email

Municipal Facilities Committee

The Municipal Facilities Committee will review a report from the Facilities Manager, continue discussions on Town Hall elevators and a key card entry system, and plan a site visit to the Waste Water Treatment Plant. Public comments will be accepted remotely via Zoom because an Open Meeting Law suspension limits physical access at 66 Westford Road. These facility reviews address building accessibility and security upgrades.

• Approve minutes from meetings between October 2023 and May 2024
• Continue discussion on Town Hall elevators
• Continue discussion on key card entry system for Town Hall
• Plan a site visit to the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Review progress on Town Hall bathroom upgrades

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The committee is reviewing a draft RFS/RFQ document for an Owner's Project Manager. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes and the selection of a future meeting date.

• Review draft RFS/RFQ for Owner's Project Manager

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a request from the Recreation Department regarding a funding shortfall for the dog park. The meeting also includes a review and approval of outstanding committee minutes.

• Recreation Department dog park funding shortfall request

Youth Commission

The commission will review the final FNL and the 2023-2024 year. Members will also discuss proposed FNL dates for 2024-2025, a CPS facility request, and the transition of duties between board members.

• Approval of May 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Proposed FNL dates for 2024-2025
• CPS facility request
• Transition of Zoom account duties between board members

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Carlisle School Committee on June 11, 2024. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at the Carlisle Public School.

• Joint Meeting with the Carlisle School Committee

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss fiscal year 2025 goals and various town administrative matters. The agenda includes personnel actions, shared services, and a review of several financial policies.

• Executive Session regarding Massachusetts Coalition of Police Local 201A
• Appointment of Kevin McInerney as DPW Heavy Equipment Operator
• Town Clerk Appointment Process
• Discussion of FY25 Goals
• Review of financial policies including disbursements and petty cash

Planning Board

The subcommittee will review minutes from the June 4 meeting and discuss Planning Board feedback. Members will also work to finalize a survey and discuss plans for summer outreach.

• Review of June 4 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Planning Board feedback
• Finalization of a survey
• Discussion of summer outreach plans

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee and Select Board will hold a joint meeting to discuss various school updates and administrative items. The committee is scheduled to vote on the Superintendent's evaluation.

• Vote to approve the Superintendent’s Evaluation
• Accounts Payable Warrant 24SE22: $127,042.14
• Accounts Payable Warrant 24SE23: $97,419.32
• Accounts Payable Warrant 24SE24: $132,321.62
• Payroll Warrants totaling over $1.3 million

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord and Concord-Carlisle Regional school committees will meet to discuss facility studies and student updates. Action items include voting on the 2024-25 meeting schedule, non-union salaries, and an interim assistant superintendent appointment.

• Vote to Appoint Interim Assistant Superintendent
• Vote to Approve Non-Union FY25 Salaries Including Superintendent
• Vote to Approve 2024-25 School Committee Meeting Schedule
• Vote to Delegate Food Service Bid Approval
• CCRSD Payroll payments totaling $844,777.18 across six pay dates

Planning Board

The Board will hold a public hearing for an accessory apartment at 110 Patch Meadow Lane. It will also continue a hearing regarding the site plan for the Carlisle Police Station at 41 Lowell Street.

• Accessory Apartment Special Permit: 110 Patch Meadow Lane
• Site Plan Approval: Reconfiguration of Carlisle Police Station at 41 Lowell Street
• MBTA Communities Subcommittee Update
• Proposed revisions to Accessory Apartment Bylaw
• Climate Resilient Carlisle update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by Brian Mottershead. The request seeks an Accessory Apartment Special Permit under Section 5.6 of the Carlisle Zoning Bylaws for the property located at 110 Patch Meadow Lane.

• Accessory Apartment Special Permit hearing for 110 Patch Meadow Lane

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord School Committee and the Concord-Carlisle Regional School Committee will enter into executive sessions to discuss strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel and the Superintendent. Additionally, the Concord School Committee will conduct strategy sessions regarding collective bargaining with the Concord Teachers Association and the CPS Building Service Workers.

• Executive session: Strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel and the Superintendent
• Executive session: Collective bargaining strategy with the CCTA
• Executive session: Collective bargaining strategy with the CCHS Building Service Workers
• Executive session: Collective bargaining strategy with the Concord Teachers Association and CPS Building Service Workers

Trails Committee

The committee will review past minutes, approve bills, and elect members and officers. Discussion includes 2024 goals for various trail maintenance projects and future activity planning.

• Conservation Land activities including Woodward Village trails and Two Rod Road hardening
• River trail boardwalk repair
• Elliott boardwalk relocation
• Twin Peaks bridge replacement
• Riverfest walk on July 21

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss Municipal Vulnerability Plan (MVP) preparation with a consultant. Members will also review the structure of the committee, invasive plant workshop expenses, and the allocation of remaining budget funds.

• MVP discussion with HW consultant
• Invasive plant workshop expense adjustment
• Allocation of remaining budget

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding three proposed amendments to the Carlisle Conservation Land Rules and Regulations. The proposals involve regulations for trail bikes, drones, and metal detecting devices.

• Proposed use of trail bikes on conservation land trails
• Proposed use of drones on Carlisle Conservation Land
• Proposed use of metal detecting devices on Carlisle Conservation Land

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hear several Notices of Intent regarding residential construction, tree removal, and pool installations. The agenda also includes a public hearing on proposed amendments to Conservation Land Rules and Regulations concerning bikes, drones, and metal detecting.

• Notice of Intent: Barn replacement and tree removal at Map 31/Parcel 11/Lot C
• Notice of Intent: Removal of 14 hazardous trees at 125 South Street
• Notice of Intent: Single-family home construction at 0 Bingham Road, Lot 4
• Notice of Intent: Single-family home construction at 0 Bingham Road, Lot 5
• Notice of Intent: Pool and patio construction at 41 Skelton Road

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The Trustees will review the May meeting minutes and discuss new term positions for the board. The agenda includes a circulation policy review and updates regarding the capital campaign.

• Review of circulation policy
• Vote to authorize Library Director Martha Feeney-Patten to approve library bills and payroll
• Capital campaign updates including fundraiser totals and planning

Affordable Housing Trust

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust will discuss several ongoing housing and regulatory items. The agenda includes updates on Bog House, Benfield CPA funds, and accessory apartment bylaw changes.

• Discussion of Bog House next steps
• Benfield CPA Funds update
• Accessory Apartment Bylaw Changes
• BOH Regulation Review
• Reorganization of officers

Board of Assessors

The Board will review previous meeting minutes and discuss the status of cyclical and permit inspections. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding house style classifications.

• Status of cyclical and permit inspections
• Discussion of house style classifications

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review minutes from the May 14 meeting. The agenda includes updates regarding Bohler Engineering, work on a survey, and summer outreach plans.

• Review of May 14 meeting minutes
• Update on discussion with Bohler Engineering
• Work on Survey
• Discussion of Summer Outreach Plans

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The committees will seat members and elect officers for the upcoming term. Discussion topics include school improvement plans, the unified student handbook, and the 2024-25 committee schedule.

• Election of Concord School Committee Officers and Recording Secretary
• Election of Concord-Carlisle School Committee Officers and Treasurer
• Approval of 2024-25 Student Handbook
• Approval of CEF Grants 2024
• Warrants totaling $213,974.94 (CPSA/P1093) and $276,324.41 (CCRSDA/P1277)

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Special Education Subcommittee and Special Education Parent Advisory Committee will meet to review the 2023-2024 school year. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding future leadership for SEPAC.

• Review of 2023-2024 School Year
• Discussion of SEPAC Future Leadership

Municipal Facilities Committee

The committee will discuss a preliminary report regarding town elevators and a key card entry system for Town Hall. Members will also review a report from the Facilities Manager and plan a site visit for the Waste Water Treatment Plant.

• Preliminary report on Town elevators with Mark Anderson of LiRo
• Key card entry system for Town Hall
• Facilities Manager report review
• Waste Water Treatment Plant site visit planning
• Progress of Town Hall bathroom studies

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a petition by NSTAR Electric Company dba Eversource Energy. The proposal involves constructing an electrical transmission line under the public way on Acton Street.

• Public hearing for Eversource Energy electric line construction
• Installation of approximately 7 feet of conduit on Acton Street, south of pole 19/7

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss various town matters including a public hearing for electrical work on Acton Street. The agenda includes discussions regarding Hanscom private jet expansion and shared services. The board will also consider the Greenough Barn deconstruction award and contract.

• Public Hearing: Eversource Energy electrical conduit installation on Acton St.
• Greenough Barn Deconstruction Award and Contract
• Discussion of Hanscom Private Jet Expansion
• COAHS Bequest Acceptance
• Appointment of Joseph Topol as Constable and Brian Murphy to Land Stewardship Committee

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the Hanscom private jet expansion and shared services. The meeting includes a public hearing for an Eversource electrical conduit installation on Acton St. and a discussion regarding the Greenough Barn deconstruction award and contract.

• Public Hearing: Eversource Energy electrical conduit installation in Acton St.
• Greenough Barn Deconstruction Award and Contract
• Discussion of Hanscom Private Jet Expansion
• COAHS Bequest Acceptance
• Appointments for Constable and Land Stewardship Committee

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The committee is reviewing a draft RFS/RFQ document for an Owner's Project Manager. The meeting also includes selecting a future meeting date and public comments.

• Review of draft RFS/RFQ for Owner's Project Manager

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council will vote on a new slate of board members and elect officers for fiscal year 2024-25. Members will also discuss a survey regarding the Senior/Community Center for Old Home Day.

• Vote on new slate of board members and election of FY 2024-25 officers
• Discussion of Senior/Community Center survey for Old Home Day

Town Meeting Study Committee

The committee is reviewing the Carlisle survey analysis and timing. Members are also discussing how to engage town boards and conducting interviews with other towns.

• Analysis of the Carlisle survey
• Review of 2024 Town Meeting performance
• Engagement of town boards and committees
• Interviews with moderators and clerks from 10-15 other towns
• Finalization of summer schedule

Conservation Commission

The Carlisle Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several residential construction projects located near protected wetlands and riverfront areas. The commission’s reviews will determine if proposed work meets local environmental protections for waterways and flood zones, while budget discussions will set maintenance standards for town conservation land. Members will also evaluate requests to amend previous permits and discuss updates to the Wetlands Bylaw.

• Police station renovations at 41 Lowell Street require a redline change to the plan of land.
• Residential construction proposals on Bingham Road Lots 4 and 5 within wetland buffer zones.
• Pool, patio, and driveway work proposed for 41 Skelton Road near the Concord River.
• Tree removal request at 428 Brook Street inside a wetland and flood zone buffer.
• Boardwalk replacements over streams planned off Skelton Road and West Street by the Trails Committee.

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Carlisle School Committee will hold a remote meeting to conduct committee reorganization and announce its next session on June 11, 2024. This agenda contains only procedural items and does not list substantive policy votes or public hearings.

• Committee reorganization
• Next meeting scheduled for June 11, 2024 at the Robbins Building library
• Remote Zoom access provided for public viewing

Recreation Commission

The commission will receive updates regarding the dog park, track, and therapeutic recreation. The meeting also includes reviews of correspondence for Spalding Baseball Field and Diment Park.

• Dog Park update
• Diment Park subcommittee update
• Track update
• Therapeutic Recreation update
• Correspondence regarding Spalding Baseball Field

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Advisory Council will review draft minutes from the March 13 meeting. The agenda includes updates on the exploration of elementary and middle school start times and the status of faculty and staff hiring.

• Update on Elementary and Middle School start times exploration
• Review of March 13, 2024, SAC minutes
• Update on CPS faculty and staff hiring/search process
• Discussion of Fall 2024 Elementary Parent Night

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review outstanding meeting minutes and a fund transfer request. The committee will also debrief on the recent town meeting and preparations.

• Review of fund transfer request
• Debrief on recent town meeting
• Approval of outstanding meeting minutes

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The Concord School Committee will discuss Concord Middle School and a building committee representative. The Joint School_Committee will review school policies and a CCHS book challenge. Both committees will also hold executive sessions regarding collective bargaining strategies.

• Vote on action regarding Concord Middle School
• Vote on CCHS Book Challenge
• Second reading of Policy ADF and Policy EFD
• Approval of warrants including $226,544.29 and $617,324.73
• Library weeding for Alcott and Willard

Cultural Council

The Council will review various local programs including Race Amity Day, Old Home Day, and a Music Festival. Discussion topics also include ARPA funds, grant processes, and fundraising.

• Race Amity Day (June 9)
• Old Home Day: parade and Country Fair
• Music Festival
• ARPA funds and grants
• LCC grant process options

Transfer Station Action Committee

The committee will review solid waste numbers from January through April and the status of transfer station enforcement. Discussion will also include updates on Route to Sustainability Day and planning for 2024/2025 projects.

• Solid waste numbers for Jan-April
• Transfer Station enforcement status
• Route to Sustainability Day updates regarding home composting and Black Earth signups
• Planning for 2024/2025 projects and committee assignments

Environmental Sustainability Committee

The committee will review updates across several categories including the built environment, natural environment, and outreach. Discussion topics include fire department expansion, library solar, and town hall native planting.

• Built environment updates including fire department expansion and library solar
• Natural environment updates including invasive plant removal and rodenticides
• Outreach items including Earthwise Community Challenge and Route to Sustainability Day wrap-up
• School updates regarding 7th grade science class
• Transportation and mobility updates regarding EV charger rate working group

Municipal Facilities Committee

The committee will discuss a preliminary report regarding the DPW building with Mark Anderson of LiRo. Members will also review proposals for replacing the HVAC system in the Brick Building and plan a site visit for the Waste Water Treatment Plant.

• Preliminary report on DPW building
• HVAC system replacement proposals for the Brick Building
• Waste Water Treatment Plant site visit planning
• Town Hall bathroom and elevator studies

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk has announced a test of the Imagecast Voting Tabulator in preparation for the May 21, 2024, Presidential Primary. The testing is scheduled to take place on May 16, 2024, at 1:00 pm in the Parlin Room of the Town Hall Office Building.

• Imagecast Voting Tabulator testing on May 16, 2024

Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee

The Carlisle Conservation Restriction Advisory Committee will review April meeting minutes, discuss updates on existing conservation restrictions, and plan upcoming site visits for specific properties. The agenda also covers committee membership changes and the 2024 monitoring visit schedule.

• Review of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates on CR #70 and a recap of the CR#21 site visit
• Discussion of a new conservation restriction for 211 Bellows Hill Rd.
• Scheduling site visits for CR#1 and #34 on May 19
• Planning the 2024 conservation restriction monitoring schedule

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Certificates of Appropriateness for three properties. The agenda also includes discussions on the Route to Sustainability Day, Town Meeting, and the Central Burying Ground.

• Public hearing for 42 Lowell Road: installation of an 8 x 10 storage shed, compost bins, and a ground level deck
• Public hearing for 43-45 Bedford Road: barn renovations including metal roof panels, cedar shingles, new door, and windows
• Public hearing for 41 Lowell Road: additions and renovations to the existing police station including a sallyport garage and detached garage
• Discussion of Central Burying Ground
• Administrative updates regarding Rules & Regulations

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission and the Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust are holding a joint summit to discuss land use topics. The meeting may include discussions on a demolition delay bylaw and nature-based stormwater policies. Participants will also explore policies for the adaptive reuse of historic structures.

• Exploring a demolition delay bylaw
• Nature-based stormwater policies
• Policies for adaptive reuse of historic structures

Affordable Housing Trust

The Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust and MVP-HC will hold a joint meeting. Consultant Horsley Witten Group will present climate resilience policy ideas for consideration by land use boards, specifically regarding housing and historical initiatives.

• Presentation by Horsley Witten Group on climate resilience policy ideas

School Committee Meeting Agendas (Local and Regional)

The School Advisory Council is meeting to address statutory obligations under Chapter 71, Section 59C. The agenda consists only of procedural items and public comments.

• Review of Chapter 71, Section 59C statutory obligations
• Public comments

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The Gleason Public Library Building Committee will meet to review its governing charter and elect administrative officers. Members will also discuss initial steps for hiring a program manager. This agenda outlines procedural setup and discussion topics rather than final decisions or funding approvals.

• Review committee charter and open meeting law guidelines
• Elect chair and secretary positions
• Outline hiring process for a program manager
• Schedule next meeting date
• Accept public comments

Gleason Public Library Trustees

The agenda is sparse and focuses on the Trustees' attendance at the Gleason Public Library Building Committee’s inaugural meeting. The Trustees will discuss matters as needed.

• Attendance at the Building Committee's inaugural meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board MBTA Communities Subcommittee will review EOHLC guidelines and a site selection analysis. The meeting also includes discussions regarding forum strategy and public input.

• EOHLC Guidelines & Site Selection Analysis
• Forum Strategy & Date discussion

Finance Committee

The Carlisle Finance Committee will review outstanding meeting minutes and business intended for Town Meeting. The committee will also discuss recommendations regarding auditing, reporting, and processes for the Town's revolving accounts.

• Review of outstanding meeting minutes
• Review of outstanding business for Town Meeting
• Discussion on recommendations for Town revolving accounts (auditing, reporting, process)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes. The board is also scheduled to discuss articles and motions for the upcoming Town Meeting.

• Discussion of Town Meeting warrant articles and motions
• Approval of minutes

Select Board

The meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2024, at the Carlisle Public School Corey Building Auditorium. The primary purpose of this session is the Annual Town Meeting.

• Annual Town Meeting

Youth Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes from April 23, 2024, and discuss preparations for the final FNL event of the season on June 7, 2024. The agenda includes a report on a spending cap increase and a vote regarding a DJ and photo booth.

• FNL registration update for June 7th
• Preparations for FNL on 6/7/24 including Pride Club theme
• Proposed FNL dates and facility requests for 2024-2025
• Report on Spending Cap increase
• Vote on DJ and Photo Booth

Council on Aging and Human Services

The Council on Aging and Human Services will discuss square footage requirements for the first floor of Town Hall and space utilization. The committee is also researching modular units and investigating grants for a Senior Center.

• Review of Town Hall first floor square footage and Village Court board meeting results
• Discussion regarding COAHS space utilization needs
• Research into different types of modular units
• Investigation of grants for Senior Center funding