Attleboro
Upcoming
Human Rights Council
The Attleboro Human Rights Council will coordinate upcoming Pride 2026 events and host a guest speaker from Families for Justice as Healing. The body will also plan a July anti-racism workshop at the public library. This meeting focuses on community outreach and event scheduling rather than policy or budget decisions.
- Guest presentation by Mallory Hanora of Families for Justice as Healing
- Planning for July 23 anti-racism workshop at APL Balfour Room
- Updates on Pride 2026 events including a June 14 hike and June 27 picnic
Planning Board
The Attleboro Planning Board will consider two zoning-related topics: cottage-style housing and inclusionary zoning. These items may involve proposed ordinance changes or policy discussions.
- Discussion on cottage-style housing regulations
- Discussion on inclusionary zoning requirements
Planning Board
The Attleboro Planning Board, acting as the Ordinance Committee, will discuss two proposed zoning changes: cottage-style housing and inclusionary zoning. These items may introduce new housing types and affordability requirements to the city's zoning code.
- Discussion of cottage-style housing regulations
- Discussion of inclusionary zoning requirements
Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee
The committee will review the current financial status of the Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Fund. Members will discuss a business letter for donations and evaluate efforts to increase public awareness of the program.
- Treasurer's report on fund activity and balance
- Review of donation solicitation letter
- Update on Friends of COA account for mailings
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals holds public hearings on five new and continued applications for special permits and variances. New hearings include Navigant Credit Union at 221-251 Washington Street and a variance at 33 Carpenter Street. Continued hearings include a mixed-use development at 61 Union Street and a residential project for elderly at 496 Tiffany Street. The board also reviews correspondence, approves minutes, and notes the next meeting on August 10, 2026.
- New public hearing: Navigant Credit Union / Spartan Development special permit at 221-251 Washington Street
- New public hearing: Richard Guevremont variance at 33 Carpenter Street
- Continued hearing: Mill Properties, Inc. special permit & variance for mixed-use at 61 Union Street
- Continued hearing: County Street Realty Corp. special permit for elderly/handicapped housing at 496 Tiffany Street
- Continued hearing: Kings & Castle Group variance at 0 Lawrence Avenue
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold new public hearings for a credit union special permit and residential variances. Continued hearings include a mixed-use development at 61 Union Street and a senior housing project at 496 Tiffany Street. The board also reviews correspondence on traffic studies and sewer extensions for these projects.
- New public hearing: Navigant Credit Union special permit at 221-251 Washington Street
- Continued hearing: Mill Properties mixed-use development at 61 Union Street (Case #5798)
- Continued hearing: County Street Realty senior housing at 496 Tiffany Street (Case #5806)
- Correspondence on traffic peer review for 61 Union Street project
- Update on Poyant Signs special permit for Dunkin' Donuts at 219 South Main Street
Election Commission
This is a regular monthly meeting of the Attleboro Election Commission. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, an office update, and general election updates. No specific votes or decisions are listed.
Attleboro Housing Authority
The Attleboro Housing Authority holds a public hearing to review and accept public comments on its Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2027. The plan covers capital improvements, maintenance, operating budget, and policy waivers. Residents and the public can submit comments orally or in writing.
- Public hearing on FY2027 Annual Plan
- Proposed 3-year Capital Improvement Plan
- Proposed Maintenance and Repair Plan
- Current Operating Budget
- List of policy waivers from EOHLC
Election Commission
This meeting is solely for the annual training of election poll workers, with no decisions or public hearings scheduled. The agenda consists of a call to order, the training presentation, and adjournment.
- Annual Poll Worker Training Presentation at Attleboro High School Bray Auditorium
Election Commission
The Election Commission is establishing the early voting dates and times at the City Council Chambers. This schedule covers a period from August 22 through August 28, 2026.
- Early voting begins Saturday, August 22
- Early voting ends Friday, August 28
- Voting location: City Council Chambers, 77 Park Street
Election Commission
The Election Commission is meeting to plan and review logistics for the upcoming State Primary Election. The agenda is primarily procedural, with a single item covering Election Day events.
- Review of Election Day events for the State Primary Election
Last 30 days
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review several new project applications including Notice of Intents for South Main Street and Pleasant Street. Members will also address multiple outstanding enforcement orders and discuss a potential light pollution ordinance.
- Notice of Intent: The Rupp Companies LLC at 401 South Main Street
- Stormwater Management Plan: Keeper Bay Real Estate at 520 Pleasant Street
- Certificate of Compliance: POAH Hebronville Mill, LLC at Knight Avenue and Read Street
- Enforcement Orders: Multiple properties including Colvin Street and Mendon Road
- Ordinance discussion: Light pollution ordinance
Planning Board
The Attleboro Planning Board will discuss two zoning-related items: cottage style housing and inclusionary zoning. No specific proposals or votes are listed; the meeting appears to be an initial discussion of these topics.
- Cottage style housing discussion
- Inclusionary zoning discussion
Liquor Licensing Board
The board is considering several requests for one-day and seasonal alcohol licenses for local events. They will also review a request to update the management for a local tavern.
- Manager change to Stephanie McGregor for Tavern in the Square at 228 Washington Street
- Farmer’s Market beer permit for Canned Heat Craft Beer Co at 947 Park Street
- One-day wine/beer licenses for Attleboro Arts Museum on Nov 7 and Dec 12
- One-day license for Yankee Spirits Customer Appreciation Day on Aug 23
- Alcohol sales permit for Friends of Capron Park Zoo's Bites & Bevs event on July 25
School Committee
The committee will convene in executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation. The meeting will not return to open session after the executive session.
- Accept donation of $500 to Peter Thacher Early Learning Center
- Accept donation of $10,000 from A. Irvin Studley Elementary School PTO
- Executive session for collective bargaining or litigation strategy
- No return to open session after executive session
Attleboro Retirement Board
The Attleboro Retirement Board will discuss and potentially vote on employment contracts for an executive assistant and an assistant executive director. The board will also review proposed consultant services and updates to personnel rules and regulations. A portion of the meeting will be held in executive session to address confidential personnel and medical records.
- Contract for Executive Assistant
- Contract for Assistant Executive Director
- Consultant services agreement
- Personnel Rules and Regulations update
- Executive session for confidential personnel files
Attleboro Housing Authority
The Attleboro Housing Authority Board will vote on check warrants totaling over $1.5 million, hear an executive director report, and discuss new and old business. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Approval of Check Warrant 407 and addendums totaling $812,211.53
- Approval of Check Warrant 408 and addendums totaling $783,806.62
- Approval of minutes from April 23, 2026 regular meeting
Attleboro Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to resolve outstanding budgetary votes for fiscal year 2027. Members will also address other pending items and hold committee meetings to review financial matters.
- FY27 budget votes
- End-of-year financial votes
Attleboro Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will convene to address outstanding FY27 budgetary and end-of-year financial votes, followed by committee meetings. The body will also consider a proposed temporary moratorium on data centers and various public hearings on zoning and traffic ordinances.
- Approval of $301,789.54 for 911 Training Grant
- Appropriation of $360,000 for APS Parking and Hyman Fine Elementary School repairs
- Public hearing on temporary moratorium on data centers
- Public hearing on traffic ordinance amendments for Benefit St and Pleasant St
- Public hearing on Class II license for Pete's RV Center
Attleboro Retirement Board
The Board will receive an investment update from DAHAB and consult with legal counsel on several personnel and policy matters. Discussions include a potential vote on a correction of error interest rate policy and updates on workers' compensation.
- Investment update from Seth Lynn (DAHAB)
- Vote on correction of error interest rate policy
- Review of HIPAA Limited Waiver Authorization
- Workers Comp Policy discussion
- Review of monthly expenses and warrant
Planning Board
The Attleboro Planning Board will meet to consider two zoning-related topics: cottage style housing and inclusionary zoning. These are likely discussions or hearings on potential zoning amendments.
- Discussion on cottage style housing regulations
- Discussion on inclusionary zoning requirements
Attleboro Municipal Council
This special meeting will focus on receiving updates from Mayor Cathleen DeSimone regarding city activities and time-sensitive matters. The council will also address outstanding FY27 budgetary and end-of-year financial votes. The agenda is largely procedural boilerplate with no specific rezonings, contracts, or public hearings listed.
Attleboro Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will meet to resolve outstanding FY27 budgetary votes and end-of-year financial matters. The session includes committee reviews of public safety grants, wastewater funding, and potential new ordinances regarding data centers and traffic safety.
- Expenditure of $301,789.54 from the FY27 911 Training Grant
- Appropriation of $360,000 for Hyman Fine Elementary School access road and parking repairs
- Appropriation of $130,000 from Wastewater Enterprise Fund for utility obligations
- Proposed temporary moratorium on data centers
- Proposed traffic ordinance changes for Benefit St at Oak St and Pleasant St at Stop & Shop
School Committee
The Attleboro School Committee will vote on the FY27 budget, review a update on student restraint procedures, and conduct the superintendent's evaluation. Consent items include field trip approvals and acceptance of donations.
- FY27 Budget Approval
- Restraint Updated/summary review
- Superintendent's Evaluation
- Field trip for AHS choir to Hartt School of Music on Oct 23, 2026
- Donation of shed for Hyman Fine Elementary from PTO
Attleboro Retirement Board
The Attleboro Retirement Board subcommittee will discuss contract negotiations for the Assistant Executive Director, primarily in executive session under state open meeting law. The agenda also includes other business items.
- Contract negotiations for Assistant Executive Director
- Executive session for strategy on nonunion personnel negotiations
Attleboro Redevelopment Authority
The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will elect officers for the 2027 fiscal year and review RFP submittals for an Urban Renewal Plan update grant. The board will also receive updates on the Industrial Park and Transit-Oriented Development District.
- Payment of $7,400 to Elm Appraisal Services, LLC for work at Frank Mossberg Drive
- Review of RFP submittals for Urban Renewal Plan Update grant
- Election of FY27 officers
- Updates on GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant
- Executive session regarding real property and litigation
Planning Board
The Planning Board will conduct a site visit to 0 Turner Street as part of the Major Project Site Plan application by Roddy Road, LLC. The proposed project is a 487,000 square foot warehouse near the intersection of River Street and Ralco Way.
- Site visit for 487,000 sq ft warehouse at 0 Turner Street
Traffic Study Commission
The Traffic Study Commission will discuss and vote on Chief Heagney's recommendations for traffic safety measures, including a new speed limit sign, speed humps, and a guardrail. They will also review public hearing reminders for stop and no-parking signs and consider a resident's request for a stop sign.
- Vote on 35 mph speed limit sign at Pleasant St & Lindsay St
- Vote on speed humps for Bushee and Verndale streets
- Follow-up on Mendon Rd guardrail for new subdivision
- Request for stop sign at Manchester St & Garden St
- Request for additional 20 mph sign near Manchester Reservoir trailhead
Sustainability Commission
The Sustainability Commission will vote on approving previous meeting minutes and receive updates on outreach, including Styrofoam recycling and the summer Farmers Market. Project reports cover the Pocket Forest, wetland buffer, pollinator garden, school composting, and curbside composting. The commission also discusses the Climate Leader Community target for decarbonization.
- Tucker investigating Styrofoam recycling at Recycling Center
- Summer Farmers Market schedule set for July 18, August 29, and October 3
- Pollinator garden described as started with incredible success
- One resident inquired about a second Black Earth curbside composting site
- Climate Leader Community targets decarbonization with 2030 goal
Recreation Commission
This agenda covers routine procedural items, including accepting minutes and holding a public forum. The commission will discuss the Next Level Sports Club league and review the director's report. The provided text contains no specific contracts, fee changes, or binding votes, reflecting a standard procedural meeting.
- Public forum for resident comments
- Discussion on Next Level Sports Club league
- Director's report on recreation department activities
Park Commission
The Park Commission will review meeting minutes, hear reports on the zoo and parks, and vote on 10 permits for events including fitness classes, yoga, running clubs, a wedding, and multiple track meets in Highland Park and the flats.
- Permit for Pura Vitality Wellness for outdoor fitness class Saturdays June 20–Aug 29 in the flats
- Permit for Stephen Trank for a wedding on July 16 in Hagopian Walk and Rose Garden
- Permit for Attleboro HS track meets on Sept 15, 22, and Oct 20 at Mark Coogan Course
- Permit for Suffolk University annual college CC meet on Sept 5 at Mark Coogan Course
- Permit for ISATF New England cross country race on Nov 15 at Mark Coogan Course
The commission voted unanimously to approve 15 permits for picnics, graduations, and other events at city parks and zoo. They also received updates on zoo operations, including a new concessions vendor (D&M) providing 20% sales share, and park improvements funded by a $30,000 tree grant. The GWOT monument delivery was noted, with dedication planned for July 1.
- Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
- Approved permits 1-15 for various park and zoo events (unanimous)
- New concessions vendor D&M approved for zoo with 20% city sales share
Council on Aging
The Attleboro Council on Aging Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to discuss routine business, including the draft review of by-law changes and appointment of a nomination committee.
- Draft review of by-law changes
- Appointment of nomination committee
- Director's and Friends' reports
Conservation Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings for several development projects and review requests for certificates of compliance. The meeting also includes a review of numerous enforcement orders for non-compliance and a discussion on a light pollution ordinance.
- New public hearing for 496 Tiffany Street
- Continued hearings for projects at Oakhill Avenue, Oak Street, Maple Street, Lawrence Avenue, and Turner Street
- Enforcement orders for properties on Colvin Street, Lamb Street, Pinehurst Avenue, and others
- Discussion on a Light Pollution Ordinance request
- Proposed amendments to the Local Wetlands Protection Ordinance
Liquor Licensing Board
The Licensing Board will discuss and set rules on a new state law that allows on-premises licensees to sell alcohol until 3 AM and sell for off-premises consumption in public areas. The board also considers a farmer's market permit for Skyroc Brewery and one-day licenses for the Attleboro Arts Museum. A common victualer license renewal for Denny's is also on the agenda.
- Skyroc Brewery requests farmer's market permit for Saturdays at 947 Park Street, June 20-Oct 24, 2026
- Attleboro Arts Museum requests one-day licenses for wine/beer service on July 25, 2026
- Renewal of common victualer license for Denny's at 2528 Washington Street
- Board to set rules on Mass. House Bill 5482 allowing extended alcohol sales hours (to 3 AM) and off-premises sales in consumption areas
- Approval of May 19, 2026 meeting minutes
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request to extend the deadline for opening a public hearing on a proposed warehouse facility at 0 Roddy Avenue and 0 Turner Street. They also will discuss a preliminary subdivision plan by Winchester Investments for "The Woods at Oak Hill" and proposed amendments to the Flood Plain District zoning ordinance. Committee reports include potential updates to minimum lot requirements, inclusionary zoning, and cottage court zoning.
- Roddy Road, LLC requests extension to June 30, 2026 for public hearing on warehouse at 0 Roddy Ave & 0 Turner St
- Winchester Investments, LLC submits preliminary subdivision plan 'The Woods at Oak Hill'
- Amendments to Flood Plain District zoning ordinance (Section 17-12) are pending
- Ordinance committee considering inclusionary zoning, cottage court zoning, and off-street parking standards
- Appeal: Regina Carter vs Planning Board re: Arista Development (Raising Cane's) site plan review
Attleboro Municipal Council
The Finance Committee will discuss recent meetings with department heads and prepare both the Budget and Capital Improvements messages to send to the administration. This is a planning session to finalize recommendations.
- Discuss recent meetings with department heads
- Prepare Budget message
- Prepare Capital Improvements message
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear new and continued public hearings for special permits and variances at properties including 70 Frank Mossberg Drive, 221-251 Washington Street, and 0 Mendon Road. The board will also review pending appeals and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- New public hearings for Ashli's Inc. at 70 Frank Mossberg Drive
- Continued hearings for Raymond Bourque at 0 Mendon Road
- Pending appeal for Marty Ann Mulholland vs. Zoning Board
- Review of proposed changes to approved site plan for 754 Newport Avenue
- Next meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026