Attleboro public meetings in 2024

Recreation Commission

This is a routine procedural meeting with no specific substantive items listed. The commission will accept minutes, hold a public forum, discuss leagues, hear a director's report, and handle old and new business.

• No concrete items, budgets, or actions are listed on the agenda.

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority is conducting a work session as part of a strategic planning process. The meeting includes representatives from the consultants, Berry Dunn.

• Strategic planning work session with Berry Dunn consultants

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority held the second day of a strategic planning workshop with consultant BerryDunn, reviewing draft statements and developing objectives, performance measures, and reporting processes. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the session was procedural and focused on planning discussions.

• Reviewed draft strategic statements prepared by BerryDunn
• Discussed developing strategic objectives
• Discussed developing performance measures
• Discussed process for updating and reporting on the plan

Traffic Study Commission

The December 19, 2024, meeting of the Traffic Study Commission has been cancelled. No business was scheduled for this session.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct continued public hearings for several Notices of Intent and Stormwater Management Permits. The body will also review requests for Certificates of Compliance and address various enforcement orders.

• Public hearings for 460 Collins Street, 113 Olive Street, and 0 Morse Avenue
• Public hearings for Peter Thacher Elementary School at 160 James Street
• Certificates of Compliance requests for 0 & 330 Turner Street, 64 Martin Street, and 21 Doral Lane
• Enforcement orders for properties including Colvin Street, 101 Lamb Street, and 37 Lanthier Way
• Discussion on updating the fee schedule and stormwater refresher training quotation from HWG, Inc.

Park Commission

The Attleboro Park Commission will review meeting minutes, receive reports from the zoo and parks, and discuss a permit. Other business includes planning for the 2025 Summer Concert Series and an open space planning review. No votes on specific items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Zoo Report
• Park Report
• Discussion of 2025 Summer Concert Series
• Open space planning review

The Attleboro Park Commission approved five event permits for 2025, including a geocaching event, a duck derby, a gathering, and two cross-country races. The commission also discussed zoo revenue decline, park maintenance, and the GWOT monument location, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved permit for Mike Gaudet-Attleboro Geocachers event on May 3, 2025 in Highland Park (unanimous)
• Approved permit for S.A. Lions Duck Derby on June 28, 2025 in Judith Robbins Park (unanimous)
• Approved permit for Breathing Secrets Inc. gathering on July 25, 2025 at Newell Shelter (unanimous)
• Approved permit for Suffolk University cross country race on August 30, 2025 at Mark Coogan Course (unanimous)
• Approved permit for NEWMAC/Wheaton College cross country championship on November 1, 2025 at Mark Coogan Course (unanimous)

Attleboro Retirement Board

This is a routine meeting of the Attleboro Retirement Board covering investment updates, correspondence, retirements, new member enrollments, injury notices, refund applications, and monthly expenses. The board may also enter executive session for personnel and medical record reviews.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• Retirements
• New Member Enrollments
• Notices of Injury
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant

The Attleboro Retirement Board approved liquidating up to $1,000,000 from the investment portfolio to cover January expenses, including retiree payroll and accounts payable. The board also approved several buyback corrections, new member enrollments, and a motion to stop refunding federal grant money. All votes were unanimous except for one 4-1 vote on personnel rules.

• Authorized $1M portfolio liquidation for January expenses (5-0)
• Approved $1,499,045.56 retiree payroll warrant (5-0)
• Approved $118,484.07 cash disbursements warrant (5-0)
• Approved 14 new member enrollments (5-0)
• Approved refunds for Vincent Moniz, Matthew Detore, Andrew Detore (5-0)
• Approved corrected buyback amounts for six members (5-0 each)
• Stopped practice of refunding federal grant money (5-0)
• Adopted hybrid work parameters for retirement office (4-1)

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority is holding a work session on December 18, 2024, at 9:00 AM in the City Hall Council Annex Room. The session is part of a strategic planning process with Berry Dunn, the selected consultants. No formal votes or decisions are expected; the meeting is a planning discussion lasting until 2:00 PM.

• Strategic planning work session with Berry Dunn consultants

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority held a strategic planning workshop with consultants from BerryDunn. The session covered an environmental scan, SWOT analysis, and drafting of a new mission, vision, core values, strategic priorities, and goal statements. No formal decisions were made; the workshop concluded with plans for Day 2.

• Held Day 1 strategic planning workshop with BerryDunn (no votes taken)
• Reviewed environmental scan and SWOT analysis
• Discussed new mission, vision, core values, strategic priorities, and goals

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider approval of 2025 renewals for dozens of liquor, common victualer, and entertainment licenses. Additionally, the board will address an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Patrick Higgins and Associates on December 5, 2024. Also on the agenda: a pledge of collateral request from Border Bets & Butts and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of 2025 license renewals for over 60 establishments (list attached)
• Address Open Meeting Law complaint from Patrick Higgins and Associates received 12/5/24
• Request from Mahant Border Bets & Butts for pledge of collateral to Rockland Trust Company
• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2024

The Attleboro Licensing Board approved a request from Mahant Border Bets & Butts, Inc. to pledge its liquor license, stock, and inventory as collateral to Rockland Trust Company for three loans totaling $1,172,500. The board also approved the attached lists of liquor license, common victualer, and public entertainment renewals for 2025, and authorized the City Solicitor to respond to an Open Meeting Law complaint from Patrick Higgins and Associates. The December 3, 2024 minutes were tabled.

• Approved pledge of collateral for Border Bets & Butts to Rockland Trust (2-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals list (2-0)
• Approved common victualer renewals list (2-0)
• Approved public entertainment renewals list (2-0)
• Authorized City Solicitor to respond to Open Meeting Law complaint (2-0)
• Tabled approval of December 3, 2024 minutes

Health Department

The Health Department will conduct a hearing regarding a housing code variance for temporary housing and a hearing on proposed updated regulations restricting the sale of tobacco products.

• Hearing for housing code 410.440(A) variance for temporary housing at 505 North Main Street (Murray Unitarian Universalist Church of Attleboro)
• Hearing on proposed updated 'Regulation of the Attleboro Health Department Restricting the Sale of Tobacco Products'

Willett School Council

The Willett Elementary School Council will meet to discuss the 2024-2026 School Improvement Plan. The agenda includes a review of the Synergy Team and evidence discussion.

• School Improvement Plan 2024-2026
• Synergy Team discussion
• Evidence discussion

Council on Human Rights

The Council on Human Rights will meet on December 17, 2024, in a hybrid format. They will discuss new business including setting a Pride date for June 1st, Black History Month at the Attleboro Art Museum, and volunteer needs for the Warming Center. Old business includes a Pride banner design contest and resource sharing on social media. The meeting is open to the public.

• Pride Date June 1st discussion with Kaylyn Lockyer-Furtado
• Black History Month at the AAM, theme: Community
• Warming Center needs volunteers
• Community Crisis Intervention Team at Attleboro PD
• Pride banner design contest with March deadline

Attleboro Municipal Council

This meeting includes a public hearing on a request from National Grid and Verizon for four poles along Dunham Street to serve a new medical office building at Sturdy Memorial. The council will also consider several committee items, including rezoning petitions at 1290 County Street and Sanrose Realty, an inclusionary zoning ordinance, appointments, transfers, and various resolutions.

• Public hearing on utility poles (National Grid/Verizon) along Dunham Street for medical office building at Sturdy Memorial
• Rezoning petition from D. Rose at 1290 County Street (continued from Nov 19)
• Rezoning petition from Sanrose Realty (continued from Nov 19)
• Proposed adoption of an Inclusionary Zoning ordinance
• Resolution to not have housing in Highland Park

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued public hearings on five special permit and variance applications at its December 12 meeting. Cases include Rustoleum Corp. (116 Olive Street), Attleboro Land Trust (0 Morse Avenue), AAA Southern New England (405 Washington Street), Michael Goddard (62 Homestead Lane), and NextGrid, Inc. (887 South Main Street). The board will also review correspondence related to these and other properties, approve pending minutes, and discuss a pending appeal.

• Continued hearing for Rustoleum Corp. — 116 Olive Street (Special Permit & Variance, Case #5742)
• Continued hearing for Attleboro Land Trust — 0 Morse Avenue (Special Permit & Variance, Case #5745)
• Continued hearing for AAA Southern New England — 405 Washington Street (Special Permit, Case #5746)
• Continued hearing for Michael Goddard — 62 Homestead Lane (Special Permit, Case #5748)
• Continued hearing for NextGrid, Inc. — 887 South Main Street (Special Permit, Case #5750)

The Attleboro Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit and two variances for an 8-stall gravel parking lot and stormwater basin at Charron Farm Preserve on Morse Avenue. It also granted a special permit for a monument sign at AAA Southern New England, renewed a home occupation permit for a window-tinting business, and approved several continuances and a site plan amendment.

• Granted special permit for Charron Farm Preserve parking lot (unanimous)
• Granted variance for parking lot bumpers/fence at Charron Farm Preserve (unanimous)
• Granted special permit for AAA monument sign at 405 Washington St (unanimous)
• Granted variance for 12-ft front yard setback for AAA sign (unanimous)
• Renewed home occupation permit for window-tinting at 62 Homestead Ln (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of NextGrid solar canopy application (unanimous)
• Continued hearings for 99 Read St and 1401 County St to Jan 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Amended site plan for Baltic St to allow billboard subdivision (unanimous)

Attleboro Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the Treasurer's and Director's reports. The agenda includes an update on the library's Strategic Plan.

• Strategic Plan Update

Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee

The Attleboro Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Fund Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, hear the treasurer's report on fund activity and balance, review applications, and discuss potential awards. The meeting also includes reviewing and updating the timeline.

• Approval of minutes from November 25, 2024
• Treasurer's report on fund activity and balance
• Review of applications and award discussion
• Review and update timeline for the tax aid program

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority meets to discuss updates on transit-oriented development, GATRA/FTA grants, and the MBTA partnership. The board will also consider entering executive session to discuss real property and potential litigation. No votes on specific projects or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Transit-Oriented Development District RFQ update
• GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant update
• MBTA/ARA Partnership update
• ARA Strategic Plan update
• Executive session for real property purchase/lease and litigation discussion

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority held a regular session with no substantive decisions beyond approving the November 12, 2024 minutes (4-0). The board received updates on the GATRA/FTA grant, TOD RFQ, MBTA/ARA land swap, and strategic plan meetings with BerryDunn. It then entered executive session to discuss real property and potential litigation, adjourning without returning to open session.

• Approved November 12, 2024 regular session minutes (4-0)
• Entered executive session to consider property purchase/exchange/lease and litigation (4-0)
• Adjourned without returning to open session (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct routine business: approve November meeting minutes, review outstanding accounts receivable, and get a progress update on tax bill mailing. New business includes signing exemption, commitment, and abatement journals, and preparing requests for quotes for property inspections. An executive session is scheduled to discuss abatements and exemptions under state law.

• Review and sign motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption, commitment, and abatement journals
• Prepare request for quotes for personal property and real estate inspections
• Finalize annual forms of list and income & expenses mailings
• Review outstanding accounts receivable not generating value
• Progress update on actual tax bill mailing

Hill Roberts Elementary School

The School Council will review updates and next steps for structuring the school to increase family engagement. Members will also provide feedback on high-leverage School Improvement Plan (SIP) goals for 2024-2026.

• Review of school structuring for family engagement
• Feedback on SIP (2024-2026) instructional focus
• Discussion of PBIS/SEL and family communication

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will meet for an executive session to discuss legal strategies for two lawsuits. Following this, various committees will review pending items including school payments, zoning petitions, and public works transfers.

• Executive session regarding City of Attleboro v. 3M Company and Andrew Kerr v. City of Attleboro
• Payment of $18,507.15 for FY24 bills to Arden Engineering and Allison Callahan
• Transfer of $23,750.51 from Public Works Salary to Professional and NPDES Services
• Expenditure of $15,500 MEMA EMPG grant for the Fire Department
• Rezoning petitions for 1290 County Street and Sanrose Realty, LLP

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for the expansion of the Village at Red Oak mobile home park off Collins Street. The board will also review pending applications including two rezoning petitions, several preliminary subdivision plans, and correspondence regarding the Route 123 corridor improvements. Committee reports cover new ADU legislation and other zoning amendments.

• Public hearing: Village at Red Oak LLC special permit for mobile home park expansion on Collins Street
• Rezoning petition: Sanrose Realty/Ronald Cardi for properties on Washington, Rex, Guild, and Curtis avenues from Planned Highway Business to General Residence-A
• Rezoning petition: Diane Rose for 1290 County Street from Single Residence-D to General Residence-C
• Preliminary subdivision plans: Trinity Circle Extension, Nicholas Drive Extension, Tiffany Street Subdivision, and Proposed Subdivision on Mason Street
• Letter from BETA Group regarding Route 123 (South Avenue) Corridor Improvements project (MADOT Project #613095)

The Attleboro Planning Board approved a four-lot preliminary subdivision on Mason Street for Chris Roche, with conditions, and granted extensions to January 31, 2025 for several other subdivision applications. The board also approved two Form A plans and allowed one withdrawal, while tabling rezoning petitions and other matters.

• Approved 4-lot preliminary subdivision on Mason Street (all in favor, Elliott abstained)
• Granted extension to Jan 31, 2025 for Trinity Circle Extension (all in favor)
• Granted extension to Jan 31, 2025 for Nicholas Drive Extension (all in favor)
• Granted extension to Jan 31, 2025 for Tiffany Street Subdivision (all in favor)
• Allowed Sanrose Realty to withdraw Form A application for Curtis Avenue without prejudice (all in favor)
• Approved Form A plan for Westport Resi Holdings on Sagamore Road (all in favor)
• Approved Form A plan for Sanrose Realty on Curtis Avenue and Baltic Street (all in favor)
• Tabled rezoning petitions for Washington Street area and 1290 County Street

Attleboro Cultural Council

This is a routine administrative meeting of the Attleboro Cultural Council. Members will review grant accounting, discuss sending out letters during the holiday break, and set the schedule for 2025. Old business includes updates on social media and future needs of the council.

• Grant accounting review
• Letters to grant recipients to be sent during holiday break
• Planning for 2025 meeting schedule
• Discussion on social media presence
• Assessment of future needs for the Attleboro Cultural Council

School Committee

The School Committee will hear a presentation on the Attleboro Comprehensive Plan from the committee chair. They will also consider consent items accepting donations totaling $6,970.28, and review policy alignment updates from the Policy and Personnel Subcommittee, including edits to employee leave, conduct, and equal opportunity policies. Additionally, the Finance and Budget Subcommittee will report on a motion to send a prior year invoice of $45.00 to the Municipal Council for approval.

• Presentation on the Attleboro Comprehensive Plan by Mark Cooper, Chair of the Comprehensive Plan Committee
• Consent item: accept $5,000 donation from Feinstein Foundation for Early Learning Center at Thacher
• Consent item: accept $1,796.97 donation from Thacher PTO for iPads and communication apps for Speech Department
• Motion to approve edits to policies aligning with MASC policies, including GBEC (Bullying), GBED (Tobacco Use), and GBGB (Staff Personal Security)
• Motion to approve the High School Security Officer job description

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to debrief the November 5, 2024 State Election. The agenda consists of opening comments, an open discussion with wardens and clerks, and adjournment. No votes, contracts, or new business are scheduled.

• Open discussion with wardens and clerks regarding the November 5, 2024 State Election

Historical Commission

The Attleboro Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting with reports from preservation groups and discussions on old business items such as the Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, and Briggs Hotel. New business includes a Capron Display and a holiday get-together. No votes or decisions with dollar amounts are noted on the agenda.

• Reports from Attleboro Historic Preservation Society, Schoolhouse Conditions, Attleboro Land Trust, and Burial Grounds
• Old business: Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, South Attleboro Historic Neighborhood, Hill-Roberts Display, and Briggs Hotel
• New business: Capron Display and Holiday Get-Together
• Membership discussion
• Approval of November 7, 2024 minutes and setting next meeting date

Hyman Fine School Council

The Hyman Fine School Council met to review action steps and monitor progress on Goals 1, 2, and 3. The meeting included discussing feedback for changes to Goal 2 and determining how to track progress for Goals 1 and 3. The next meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2025.

• Review of Goal 2 with feedback for changes
• Review of Goals 1 & 3 action steps and monitoring plan
• Next meeting date set for February 6, 2025

Attleboro Housing Authority

The Attleboro Housing Authority Board will consider approving a $5.77 million contract for Homer Contracting, reaffirming completion of another project, and reviewing financial reports and insurance rates. The board will also vote on minutes and a warrant.

• Formal approval of low bidder Homer Contracting for EOHLC Project #016177 in amount of $5,773,000
• Re-Affirmation of substantial and final completion for EOHLC Project #016172
• Contract of Financial Assistance Approval
• Approval of Warrant S 389 (amount unspecified in agenda)
• Insurance Rates for 2025 discussion

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss the condition of schoolhouses and burial grounds. The body will also review old business regarding the Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, and Briggs Hotel.

• Schoolhouse conditions
• Burial grounds
• Switch Tower
• Depot Canopy
• Briggs Hotel

Municipal Building Commission

The Commission will vote on several invoices for water department and library projects. Members will also receive updates on the Willett Window Wall and a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Vote on two Tata & Howard invoices for Wading River WTP Design and Permitting at $137,700.00 each
• Vote on Tata & Howard invoices for Emergency PFAS Construction Admin Services for $4,280.00 and $5,350.00
• Vote on Library Port invoice for replacement carpeting services at $1,875.00
• Consideration of Change Order #3 for JJ Cardosi Inc regarding the Willett Window Wall
• Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee presentation from Heather Whitehead

Conservation Commission

The commission will continue public hearings on multiple properties including a request by Kyle Cehanowicz at 460 Collins Street and a stormwater management plan by Rust-Oleum at 113 Olive Street. They will also consider certificates of compliance for Howard Crown Realty Trust and SWCA Environmental Consultants, review numerous enforcement orders for properties on Colvin, Lamb, Lanthier, and other streets, and discuss updating the fee schedule and a training proposal from HWG, Inc. The agenda includes correspondence on a planting plan for the Hebronville Pond Dam project.

• Public hearing continued for Kyle Cehanowicz – 460 Collins Street (NOI and SWMP)
• Public hearing continued for Rust-Oleum Corporation – 113 Olive Street (NOI, LWPA, SWMP)
• Request for certificate of compliance from Howard Crown Realty Trust – 0 & 330 Turner Street
• Enforcement order against Attleboro DPW – 101 Lamb Street
• Discussion to update Conservation Commission fee schedule

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will hold a general meeting to review minutes from September 2024. The body will discuss updates from the Grant Committee and plans for the 2025 Wheelchair Stroll.

• Update from Grant Committee
• Planning for Wheelchair Stroll 2025
• New member inquiries

School Committee

The Finance and Budget Subcommittee will meet to review monthly budget reports. The committee will also receive a presentation on the level funded FY26 budget.

• Monthly Budget Reports
• Level Funded FY26 Budget Presentation

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board will meet to discuss the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the Retirement Office. The board may also enter executive session for disabilities, medical record reviews, or personnel issues. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural.

• Discussion of Personnel Rules and Regulations of the Retirement Office
• Possible executive session under Open Meeting Law for personnel and medical files

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will continue a violation hearing for Brother's Liquor & Market at 193 Pine Street for selling alcohol to a minor under MGL Ch 138, Sec 34. The Board will also vote on approving Common Victualer renewals and approve minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting.

• Continued violation hearing for Brother's Liquor & Market, 193 Pine Street, regarding selling alcohol to an underage person
• Approval of Common Victualer renewals
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024
• Any other matter that may legally come before the Board

Attleboro Municipal Council

This meeting includes a public hearing on proposed amendments to water assessment, rates, connections and use ordinances. Council committees recommend actions on an MBTA Communities Overlay from Planning Board, rezoning petitions at 1290 County Street and Sanrose Realty, and acceptance of a land donation on Dove Lane. New business items propose adding 'Sustainability' to Zoning Committee name, defining public participation, studying sidewalks, and changing parking enforcement rules.

• Public hearing on amendments to Sections 16-10 through 16-14 (Water Assessments, Rates, Connections and Use).
• Certificate of Vote from Planning Board recommending MBTA Communities Overlay.
• Rezoning petition for 1290 County Street (D. Rose) and Sanrose Realty (Plat #18 lot #500).
• Accept land donation from Woodlark Development Corporation on Dove Lane to Conservation.
• Proposed parking enforcement ordinance change to prohibit contracting out enforcement effective 07/01/2025.

Economic Development Incentive Board

The Attleboro Economic Development Incentive Board will hold a reorganization, approve minutes from March 2024, and discuss several development prospects. Key items include the New England Sports Village at 1395A Commerce Way, the Sun Chronicle Lot at 41 South Main Street, and Transit Oriented Development. Old business includes The Jewel at 54 Union Street and 27-39 South Main Street.

• Discussion of New England Sports Village at 1395A Commerce Way
• Discussion of Sun Chronicle Lot at 41 South Main Street
• Transit Oriented Development discussion
• Old business: The Jewel at 54 Union Street
• Old business: 27-39 South Main Street

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Municipal Council's committees will review a Planning Board certificate recommending an MBTA Communities Overlay, rezoning petitions, and a resolution to prohibit housing in Highland Park. Also on the agenda are land donations, license renewals, and several small financial transfers. Not all listed items may be discussed.

• Certificate of Vote from Planning Board recommending MBTA Communities Overlay
• Rezoning petition for 1290 County Street (Assessor's Plat #148, lot #4)
• Resolution to not have housing in Highland Park (10/15/24)
• Accept land donation from Woodlark Development Corporation to Conservation on Dove Lane
• Proposed amendment to Sec 2-12, Disposition of Property, Tangible Supply

Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee

The Attleboro Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Fund Committee will meet to review applications for tax aid and discuss potential changes to income guidelines. The committee will also hear a treasurer's report on fund activity and balance. They will consider polling other cities and towns on income guidelines.

• Approval of minutes from October 22, 2024
• Treasurer's report on fund activity and balance
• Discussion of income guidelines and polling other municipalities
• Review of tax aid applications and award decisions
• Review and update of timeline

School Committee

The Policy and Personnel Subcommittee will review and recommend updates to numerous personnel policies, aligning them with state association standards. Old business includes discussing public solicitation in schools. New business covers policies on staff conduct, attendance, complaints, grievances, suspension/dismissal, drug-free workplace, tobacco use, and more. The subcommittee will also consider a job description for a High School Security Officer and handbook language updates.

• Old Business: KHA – Public Solicitation in the Schools
• Review of staff conduct (GBEB) and employee attendance (GBEBE) policies
• Suspension and dismissal of professional staff (GCQF) policy review
• Drug-free workplace (GBEC) and tobacco use (GBED) policy updates
• Recommendation to remove the Employee Childcare Program policy (GCGCA-E1)

Youth Commission

The Attleboro Youth Commission will meet on November 25, 2024, to discuss routine business including the treasurer's report and approval of minutes. Under new business, members will discuss a diaper drive and a membership drive. The meeting also includes parent feedback and a mentor update.

• Treasurer report
• Approval of minutes
• Discuss diaper drive
• Discuss membership drive
• Parent feedback and mentor update

Traffic Study Commission

The Traffic Study Commission will review minutes from October and discuss visibility issues on Jefferson Street and at a stop sign on Claire Drive and Kennedy Street. Under new business from the City Council, a resident's request to ban parking on the right side of the entrance to Steeple Chase Road will be considered, with an adjacent property owner requesting a study before any ordinance is finalized.

• Approval of 10/17/24 meeting minutes
• Old business: visibility on Jefferson Street hill
• New business: visibility of stop sign at Claire Dr & Kennedy St
• Proposed parking ban on right side of entrance to Steeple Chase Rd, with request for study before ordinance

Recreation Commission

The Board of Recreation Commissioners will meet to review minutes and receive a Director's report. The agenda includes discussions on leagues, old business, and new business.

Council on Aging

The Attleboro Council on Aging board will review minutes, hear a staff spotlight, and receive updates on the strategic plan, programs, and the search for a future home for the Council on Aging, including a site visit to Maple on Franklin. No voting actions are noted.

• Strategic Plan Update
• Future Home for Council on Aging update
• Site Visit to Maple on Franklin update
• Staff Spotlight - Karen Urmson, SHINE
• Director's Reports on Building, Community, Funding, Programs

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold new public hearings on several projects, including stormwater management permits for three Attleboro elementary schools and a Notice of Intent from the Massachusetts Audubon Society. They will also continue hearings on previously filed applications, consider certificates of compliance for completed projects, and discuss enforcement orders for properties with violations.

• New hearing: RDA for Peter Thacher Elementary School at 160 James Street
• New hearing: SWMP for A. Irvin Studley Elementary School at 299 Rathbun Willard Drive
• New hearing: NOI & LWPA for Massachusetts Audubon Society at 1417 & 0 Park Street
• Continued hearing: NOI & LWPA for Rust-Oleum Corporation at 113 Olive Street
• Proposed amendments to Stormwater Management Ordinance Rules & Regulations

Park Commission

The Attleboro Park Commission will review meeting minutes, receive zoo and park reports, and consider five permit applications for events in 2025, including a geocaching event, a duck derby, a gathering, and two collegiate cross country races. The next meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2024.

• Permit for Mike Gaudet/Attleboro Geocachers event on May 3, 2025 in Highland Park
• Permit for S.A. Lions/Susie Martin Duck Derby on June 28, 2025 in Judith Robbins Park
• Permit for Breathing Secrets Inc./Neema Patel gathering on July 25, 2025 at Newell Shelter
• Permit for Suffolk University cross country race on August 30, 2025 at Mark Coogan Course, Highland Park
• Permit for NEWMAC/Wheaton College cross country championship on November 1, 2025 at Mark Coogan Course

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board will convene via Zoom to discuss routine retirement system matters, including investment updates, retirements, new member enrollments, and monthly expenses. The board may also enter executive session for personnel or medical record reviews under state law.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant review
• Possible executive session for personnel or medical record reviews

Election Commission

This special meeting of the Attleboro Board of Election Commissioners includes certifying the November 5, 2024 State Election and conducting a hand count of Federal Write-In Absentee Ballots (FWAB). The board will also approve minutes and receive an office update.

• Certify the November 5, 2024 State Election
• Hand count Federal Write-In Absentee Ballots (FWAB)
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Office update from staff
• Public comment period

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold joint public hearings on two rezoning requests: Sanrose Realty seeks to rezone properties along Washington, Rex, Guild, and Curtis Avenues from Planned Highway Business to General Residence-A, and Diane Rose seeks to rezone 1290 County Street from Single Residence-D to General Residence-C. The board will also consider a special permit for Village at Red Oak LLC to expand a mobile home park on Collins Street, and review several preliminary subdivision plans including Trinity Circle Extension, Nicholas Drive Extension, Tiffany Street Subdivision, and a proposed Mason Street subdivision. Committee discussions are scheduled on ADU legislation, minimum lot width requirements, and other zoning amendments.

• Joint public hearing: Sanrose Realty rezoning of multiple parcels on Washington, Rex, Guild, and Curtis Avenues
• Joint public hearing: Diane Rose rezoning of 1290 County Street
• Special permit: Village at Red Oak LLC mobile home park expansion on Collins Street
• Preliminary subdivision plans: Trinity Circle Extension, Nicholas Drive Extension, Tiffany Street Subdivision, and Mason Street Subdivision
• Correspondence on Route 123 (South Avenue) Corridor Improvements project by BETA Group

Willett School Council

The Willett Elementary School Council will discuss Parent Teacher Conferences and review the School Improvement Plan for 2024-2026. The council will also set goals and schedule future meetings. No votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Parent Teacher Conferences discussion
• School Improvement Plan 2024-2026 review
• Setting goals for the council
• Scheduling meetings for December through March

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will hold continued joint public hearings on two rezoning petitions: Diane Rose for 1290 County Street and Sanrose Realty for lots on Plat #18. A public hearing is also scheduled on an amendment to Section 2-12 of the Revised Ordinances regarding disposition of city property and tangible supplies. The council will also consider various committee reports including budget transfers, license renewals, and appointments.

• Continued joint public hearing on rezoning petition by Diane Rose for 1290 County Street (Plat #148, Lot #4).
• Continued joint public hearing on rezoning petition by Sanrose Realty, LLP to rezone Plat #18 lots 500 S, 500 U, 500 V from Planned Highway Business to General Residence A.
• Public hearing on amending Section 2-12 of the Revised Ordinances regarding disposition of city property and tangible supplies.
• Request to transfer $67,190.81 from Free Cash to Fire Department salaries.
• Donation of $25,000 from Mass Initiative for a Downtown Pedestrian Access Study.

Council on Human Rights

This is a monthly meeting of the Attleboro Council on Human Rights, held hybrid and open to the public. New business includes planning for Black History Month at the Attleboro Arts Museum, reviewing constituent email, discussing Pride banner design and guide, and a vote on whether to hold a December meeting. Old business covers an advisory report update and quarterly newsletter planning with resources and collaborations.

• Black History Month at the Attleboro Arts Museum with theme 'Community'
• Email from constituent
• Pride banner design and Pride Guide
• Vote on December meeting/break
• Advisory Report update

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee's Finance and Budget Subcommittee will hold a single-item meeting to discuss redistricting. No other business is listed; the meeting is expected to adjourn following this discussion.

• Discussion of school redistricting

Attleboro High School Council

The council will review the recent Blue Pride Night event and begin planning a Spring Mental Health Event. The meeting is focused on discussion and preliminary planning, with no votes or formal decisions expected.

• Review of Blue Pride Night event
• Planning for Spring Mental Health Event

Thacher Elementary School

The School Council is meeting to discuss strategic planning and school updates. The body will review the 2023-2024 goals and the School Improvement Plan for 2024-2026.

• Review of School Improvement Plan (SIP) 2024-2026
• Strategic Planning recap
• Grade 2 Swim and separate programs update
• Macy Therapy Dog update
• Spring 2025 Spotlight School status

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will discuss a Memorandum of Understanding for Willett Field, presented by Finance Director Marc Furtado. The committee will also vote on consent items including donations to the high school cross country and gymnastics programs and a contractual obligation from Shutterfly to Brennan Middle School. A subcommittee report on recent Finance and Budget meetings will be given.

• Willett Field Memorandum of Understanding
• Donation of $188.76 from Bliss to high school cross country
• Donation of $443.90 from Varsity Boosters to high school gymnastics
• Contractual obligation of $1,932.39 from Shutterfly to Brennan Middle School
• Finance and Budget Subcommittee report on Nov 6 and Nov 18 meetings

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council will meet to vote on a series of grant applications for the FY25 cycle. These requests cover a wide range of arts, music, and educational programming for the community.

• Vote on Theater in our Community: 2024/2025 Season (FY25-LCC-97767)
• Vote on Attleboro Community Theatre's 68th Season partial funding
• Vote on City of Attleboro Holiday Happening (FY25-LCC-88466)
• Vote on 38th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Interfaith Service (FY25-LCC-88526)
• Vote on various arts projects including a youth inspired mural and outdoor sculpture

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on eight new special permit and variance applications, including properties on Emory, Robert, Morse, Washington, and South Main streets. The board will also continue a hearing for Green River Cannabis Co.'s proposed marijuana retail business at 707 Newport Avenue (Case #5718), which has drawn multiple correspondence items and a request for extension. No pending applications or appointments to speak are scheduled.

• Continued public hearing for Green River Cannabis Co., Inc. — 707 Newport Avenue (Special Permit & Variance, Case #5718) for a proposed marijuana retail business
• New public hearing for Jose Barrios — 111 Emory Street (Special Permit, Case #5741)
• New public hearing for AAA Southern New England — 405 Washington Street (Special Permit, Case #5746)
• New public hearing for Nova Farms, LLC — 1000 Washington Street (Special Permit, Case #5747)
• Correspondence includes Notices of Violation for fence condition at 26 Boardman Lane and illegal apartment at 161 Ingraham Street, plus updates on Maruti Wellness LLC's building permit

Wamsutta School Council

This is a regular meeting of the Wamsutta School Council. The agenda includes discussion of future middle school scheduling, Strategic Planning 2030, and a presentation on the Portrait of a Graduate professional development and safety drills. No votes or binding decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Review of meeting dates for the 2024-2025 school year
• Middle school schedule future planning discussion
• Strategic Planning 2030 discussion
• Portrait of a Graduate professional development and safety drills

Attleboro Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the Treasurer's and Director's reports. The agenda includes an update on the library's Strategic Plan under unfinished business.

• Strategic Plan Update

Studley Elementary School Council

The Studley Elementary School Council will meet to review the School Improvement Plan and set goals with an action plan. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific decisions or financial matters.

• Review of School Improvement Plan
• Setting goals with an action plan

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will review the Attleboro High School project update, including construction closeout and anticipated timeline. They will also consider approval of minutes from July 17, 2024, and authorize payment of bills totaling $61,648.78 to contractors and utilities.

• Attleboro High School project update: construction update, closeout summary, anticipated timeline
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024
• Payment to Skanska: $16,850 (Aug), $7,690 (Sep), $4,050 (Oct)
• Payment to KBA: $8,080 (Jul), $8,080 (Aug), $5,051 (Sep), $1,018 (Oct)
• Payment to National Grid: $10,790; FedEx: $39.78; total bills $61,648.78

Election Commission

The Election Commission is holding a special meeting to tabulate vote-by-mail ballots that were received between November 5 and November 8 but postmarked by November 5. This post-election tabulation ensures all valid ballots are counted.

• Tabulation of vote-by-mail ballots received after Election Day but postmarked by November 5

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will discuss a wide range of items across its committees, including budget transfers, license renewals, and property dispositions. Key topics include a proposed MBTA Communities Overlay public hearing, multiple rezoning petitions, and ordinances on electric vehicle charging stations and tree protection. The council will also consider resolutions regarding Highland Park, appointments to boards, and a $25,000 donation for a downtown pedestrian access study.

• Certificate of vote from Planning Board calling for a public hearing on MBTA Communities Overlay
• Rezoning petitions for 1290 County Street and Sanrose Realty (Plat #18 lot #500)
• Proposed ordinance adding Section 10-15 for public electric vehicle charging stations and rates
• Donation of $25,000 from Massachusetts Initiative Program for a Downtown Pedestrian Access Study
• Request to appropriate $67,190.81 from undesignated fund balance to Fire Department salaries

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will consider approving a $6,835.50 invoice from BerryDunn for a Strategic Planning Grant and authorizing payment via Warrant 25-5. Members will also receive updates on the GATRA/FTA improvement grant, the Transit-Oriented Development District RFP, the MBTA/ARA partnership, and the ARA strategic plan. The meeting will include an executive session to discuss real property transactions or potential litigation.

• Approve BerryDunn invoice 453494 for $6,835.50 for Strategic Planning Grant
• Authorize Warrant 25-5 for $6,835.50
• Update on Transit-Oriented Development District RFP
• Update on MBTA/ARA Partnership
• Executive session for property purchase/lease or litigation discussion

Board of Assessors

The Attleboro Board of Assessors will discuss setting the tax rate and review the North Attleboro PILOT agreement. They will also review and sign motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemptions, commitments, and abatement journals. New business includes options for a local veteran exemption under the HEROS Act. The Board will then enter executive session to discuss abatements and exemptions as allowed by state law.

• Tax rate discussion and potential setting
• North Attleboro PILOT review
• Review and sign motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemptions, commitments, and abatement journals
• HEROS Act local veteran exemption options discussion
• Executive session for abatements and exemptions per G.L. c30A Section 21(a)(7) and G.L. c.59, Section 60

Historical Commission

The Attleboro Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss old and new business, including the Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, and Briggs Hotel. Reports from the Attleboro Historic Preservation Society, Attleboro Land Trust, and other groups will be heard. The meeting includes discussion of burial grounds, schoolhouse conditions, and zoning notices.

• Old Business: Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, South Attleboro Historic Neighborhood, Hill-Roberts Display, Briggs Hotel
• New Business: Capron Display, Mayor's Meeting
• Reports: Attleboro Historic Preservation Society, Attleboro Land Trust, Schoolhouse Conditions
• Membership discussion and burial grounds update

Municipal Building Commission

The Municipal Building Commission will vote on approving invoices totaling over $212,000 for the Wading River PFAS treatment project, Willett window replacement, and library carpet consulting. They will also receive project updates on the library carpet, Water Department projects (Pawtucket Water Interconnect, Wading River PFAS), and the Willett Window Wall, including consideration of Change Order #2 for JJ Cardosi Inc.

• Vote to pay $97,774 for Wading River Emergency PFAS Treatment Project (Biszko Building Systems)
• Vote to pay $103,063.12 for Willett Window and Wall Replacement Project (JJ Cardosi)
• Vote to pay $10,470 for OPM services for Willett (Skanska)
• Vote to pay $1,200 for Library Replacement Carpeting consulting (Port)
• Consideration of Change Order #2 for JJ Cardosi Inc on Willett Window Wall project

Conservation Commission

The Attleboro Conservation Commission will hold new public hearings on ANRAD, RDA, and SWMP applications for Hope Gardens Associates and the Attleboro Public School Department, including projects at Peter Thacher Elementary, A. Irvin Studley Elementary, and Hyman Fine Elementary. The commission will also continue several hearings, consider enforcement orders against multiple properties, and discuss proposed amendments to the Stormwater Management Ordinance rules and regulations.

• ANRAD application for Hope Gardens Associates II at 0 Park Street
• RDA and SWMP applications for Attleboro Public School at 160 James Street (Peter Thacher Elementary), 299 Rathbun Willard Drive (Studley Elementary), and 790 Oak Hill Avenue (Hyman Fine Elementary)
• Continuance of NOI & LWPA for Rust-Oleum Corporation at 113 Olive Street and Attleboro Land Trust at 0 Morse Avenue
• Over a dozen enforcement orders on properties including Colvin Street, 101 Lamb Street, 37 Lanthier Way, and others
• Correspondence including a formal offer to donate land for conservation purposes

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee's Finance and Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss a redistricting bid, review monthly budget reports, and receive an update on the FY25 budget. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion session.

• Redistricting Bid
• Monthly Budget Reports
• FY25 Update

Election Commission

The agenda contains only one item: 'Election Day Events,' which is procedural and operational. No specific votes, proposals, or financial items are listed.

• Election Day operations and oversight

Election Commission

This is a procedural warrant for the 2024 State Election, specifying polling places, hours (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM), and the offices to be voted on. No decisions are being made; the commission is ensuring the election is properly noticed and conducted. Voters will also decide five initiative petition questions on topics including audit authority of the state auditor, MCAS graduation requirements, rideshare driver unions, natural psychedelic substances, and tipped minimum wage.

• Polling places listed for all 12 precincts at schools, LaSalette Shrine, and Elks Lodge
• Question 1: State auditor authority to audit the legislature
• Question 2: Eliminate MCAS as high school graduation requirement
• Question 3: Allow transportation network drivers to form unions
• Question 5: Gradually raise tipped minimum wage to full state minimum wage by 2029

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council meets on Election Day with no public hearings. The agenda primarily consists of items currently open in various committees, including a certificate of vote from the Planning Board calling for a public hearing on the MBTA Communities Overlay, several rezoning petitions, a police earned-time fund transfer of $42,302.55, and discussions on Highland Park property disposition. New business includes a request for a no-parking sign at Steeple Chase complex.

• Transfer $42,302.55 from Citywide to Police earned time due to a retirement
• Rezoning petition for 1290 County Street (D. Rose)
• Rezoning petition for Sanrose Realty, LLP from PHB to Res A
• Certificate of Vote from Planning Board for MBTA Communities Overlay public hearing
• Donation of $650 gift cards to Social Worker's office from Holiday Spirit Committee

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is conducting hearings regarding the sale of alcohol to underage persons. The board will also consider renewals for common victualer and lodging house licenses.

• Violation hearing: Attleboro Wine & Spirits, 74 Park Street (selling alcohol to an underage person)
• Violation hearing: Brother’s Liquor & Market, 193 Pine Street (selling alcohol to an underage person)
• Common Victualer and Lodging House renewals

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on a petition to rezone properties on Washington Street, Rex Avenue, Guild Avenue, and Curtis Avenue from Planned Highway Business to General Residence-A, and on a special permit for expansion of a mobile home park on Collins Street. The board will also discuss pending matters including preliminary subdivision plans on Mason Street, Trinity Circle, and Nicholas Drive, and the MBTA Communities Overlay District zoning amendment. Additionally, the board will review correspondence on stormwater management rules and regulations and consider a response to an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Continued joint public hearing for Sanrose Realty LLP rezoning of Washington St, Rex Ave, Guild Ave, Curtis Ave from Planned Highway Business to General Residence-A
• Continued public hearing for Village at Red Oak LLC special permit to expand mobile home park on Collins Street
• Preliminary subdivision plans: Chris Roche (Mason St), Northeast Custom Homes (Trinity Circle/Parsonage Way, Nicholas Drive/Oakhill Meadows Way)
• MBTA Communities Overlay District zoning amendment discussion
• Proposed stormwater management rules and regulations amendments from Conservation Commission

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to consider several consent items, including donations for athletics and student lunch balances. The body will also review a prior year invoice and two contractual obligations.

• Prior year invoice for $298.82 for Municipal Council approval
• $3,000 donation from Attleboro Elks ($2,000 for Unified Basketball, $1,000 for athletic fees)
• $50.00 anonymous donation for student lunch balances
• $28.80 contractual obligation from Bay State Textiles to Hill-Roberts
• $38.00 contractual obligation from Planet Aid to Wamsutta Middle School

Comcast Cable Television License Hearing

The City of Attleboro is holding a public hearing to consider renewing Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC's non-exclusive cable television license. The hearing will take place at the Attleboro Public Library.

• Proposed renewal of the non-exclusive cable television license of Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council's Compensation Committee will consider approving prior meeting records and hold discussions on recently completed public hearings for amendments to the Classification Plan, Compensation Plan, and compensation for publicly elected officials—all of which change Section 13 of city ordinances. The committee will also review a request to establish a special committee focused on the city's current hiring challenges.

• Approval of meeting records from October 15, 2024
• Executive session discussions from Nov 2023, Feb 2024, Mar 2024, and Apr 2024
• Public hearings held Oct 29 for amended Classification Plan, Compensation Plan, and elected-official compensation (amending Section 13)
• Request to form a special committee on current hiring challenges

Health Department

The Attleboro Health Department will hold a hearing on a variance request to allow a body art apprentice license at Ink Lab Tattoo. The meeting may also cover any other issues raised by the Health Officer.

• Public hearing for variance request to permit a body art apprentice license at Ink Lab Tattoo

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing to consider the MBTA Communities Overlay District zoning amendment. The board will also review and approve minutes from its September and October meetings.

• Joint public hearing on MBTA Communities Overlay District zoning amendment
• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024
• Approval of minutes from October 1, 2024
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024

Attleboro Municipal Council

This special meeting features four public hearings, including a joint hearing on proposed zoning amendments for Rapid Transit Commuter zoning under MGL 40A Section 3A (MBTA Communities law). Other hearings address adoption of an amended Classification Plan, Compensation Plan, and a new compensation plan for publicly elected officials. The council will also review committee items such as land dispositions, ordinance amendments, and financial transfers.

• Joint public hearing on zoning amendments for Rapid Transit Commuter zoning (MGL 40A S.3A)
• Public hearing to adopt amended Classification Plan (Sec. 13-3.1)
• Public hearing to adopt amended Compensation Plan (Sec. 13-4.1)
• Public hearing to adopt new Compensation Plan for Publicly Elected Officials (Sec. 13-5)
• Highland parcel surplus/disposition discussion (Assessors plat 115, lot 1 and plat 99 lot 74)

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board will meet to review monthly expenses and warrants, and may enter executive session to discuss personnel, medical records, and disability matters under the Open Meeting Law. The agenda lists routine administrative items and potential closed-door discussions. No specific votes or financial figures are provided.

• Monthly expenses and warrant review
• Possible executive session for personnel and medical file reviews
• Other business as determined by the Chair

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners is meeting for the advance removal and advance depositing of early voting ballots. This is a procedural meeting to process ballots prior to the election.

• Advance removal and advance depositing of early voting ballots

Attleboro Housing Authority

The Attleboro Housing Authority board will vote on the 2025 Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards and approve a warrant for $278,953.00. They will also approve a certificate of substantial completion for EOHLC Project #016172 and receive the Family Self Sufficiency and Hillcrest Oaks Local Tenant Organization reports.

• Approval of Warrant #388 for $278,953.00
• Approval of 2025 Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards
• Approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for EOHLC Project #016172
• Family Self Sufficiency Report
• Hillcrest Oaks Local Tenant Organization Report

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct testing of election equipment. Tabulator testing is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM in the City Hall Annex.

• Testing of election tabulators

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board will meet to discuss investment updates and process administrative retirement actions. The board may enter executive session to review personnel and medical files.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• Retirements
• New Member Enrollments
• Refund Applications & Transfers
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant

Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee

The committee will discuss updates on submitted applications and a conversation with the Plainville Treasurer regarding income guidelines. Other items include a COA presentation, approval of prior minutes, a treasurer's report on fund activity, and scheduling the next meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with no final decisions or dollar amounts specified.

• Update on submitted applications for elderly/disabled tax aid
• Discussion with Plainville Treasurer on income guidelines
• Treasurer's report on fund activity and balance
• Council on Aging (COA) presentation
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will conduct violation hearings for two businesses accused of selling alcohol to underage persons. The board will also consider several requests for one-day licenses to serve wine and beer for local events and fundraisers.

• Violation hearing for Attleboro Wine & Spirits, 74 Park Street, regarding sales to an underage person
• Violation hearing for Brother’s Liquor & Market, 193 Pine Street, regarding sales to an underage person
• One-day license request for Attleboro Rotary Club at 44 Peck Street on December 11, 2024
• One-day license request for Manet Community Health at 8 North Main Street on November 13, 2024
• One-day license request for Attleboro/Norton YMCA at 44 Peck Street on November 9, 2024

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Authority is meeting to approve a payment for strategic planning and receive updates on transit-oriented development and grants. The body will also enter an executive session to discuss real property and litigation.

• Payment of $4,653.88 to BerryDunn for Strategic Planning Grant
• Update on Transit-Oriented Development District RFP
• Update on GATRA / FTA Improvement Grant
• Update on MBTA / ARA Partnership
• Executive session regarding real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value and litigation

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will hold committee meetings on October 22, 2024, to discuss various items including public hearings scheduled for October 29. Key hearings include a joint public hearing on proposed zoning amendments for Rapid Transit Commuter zoning (MBTA Communities Overlay) and hearings on amended Classification and Compensation Plans for city employees and elected officials. Numerous committee items are open, covering finance, licenses, property, public works, safety, zoning, transportation, and ordinances.

• Joint public hearing on proposed zoning amendments for Rapid Transit Commuter zoning (MGL 40A S.3A)
• Public hearings on amended Classification Plan, Compensation Plan, and compensation for elected officials (Oct 29)
• Transfer $42,302.55 from Citywide to Police earned time due to retirement
• Authorize School Department to pay $2,308.40 for previous years bills
• Rezoning petition at 1290 County Street (Assessor's Plat #148, lot #4)

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council will consider approving minutes, review grant accounting showing $43,957 available for FY25, and vote on accepting a new date for the Jewelry City Steampunk Festival (January 25, 2025). The meeting also includes setting up online voting for grant decisions.

• Vote to accept new date for Jewelry City Steampunk Festival: January 25, 2025
• Grant accounting: $43,957 available for FY25 grants
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings (September 16, 2024)
• Discussion on voting meeting format and printed versions

Planning Board

The Planning Board will receive a report from its Ordinance Committee on three proposed zoning and ordinance changes: accessory dwelling unit (ADU) legislation, minimum lot width dimensional requirements, and a proposed conservation stormwater regulation. These are discussion items only; no votes are scheduled.

• ADU Legislation – proposed rules for accessory dwelling units
• Minimum lot width dimensional requirement – potential change to zoning dimension standards
• Proposed conservation storm water regulation – new stormwater management rules

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will meet on October 21, 2024, with an executive session to discuss collective bargaining and litigation. In open session, they will hear a MCAS presentation and consider a motion to approve a prior-year invoice of $18,507.15 for forwarding to the Municipal Council. Subcommittee reports and upcoming meeting dates will also be covered.

• Motion to send a prior-year invoice of $18,507.15 to Municipal Council for approval
• Executive session for collective bargaining and litigation strategy
• Spotlight MCAS Presentation
• Infrastructure and Facilities subcommittee report (no motions brought forward)
• Upcoming Strategic Plan Focus Group meetings at three schools

Election Commission

The agenda consists solely of the early voting schedule for the November 5, 2024 State Election. This is a procedural item with no other business listed.

• Early voting schedule: Oct 19 – Nov 1, 2024 at Attleboro Government Center (77 Park Street)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda. Items include accepting minutes, a public forum, discussion of leagues, the director's report, and old/new business. No specific proposals, contracts, or financial actions are listed.

• Accept minutes from previous meeting
• Public forum for resident input
• Discussion of recreation leagues
• Director's report on department operations

Traffic Study Commission

The Traffic Study Commission is reviewing resident complaints about dangerous visibility and crosswalk conditions. Items include a request for a no-parking zone on Hood Street to improve sight lines, a plea for blinking crosswalk signs at Tiffany Street and Commerce Way, a proposal to restrict parking on Brownell Street near Thacher Elementary, and a request for dead-end signage on Abbot Drive to prevent truck damage. No formal votes or dollar amounts are listed; the commission is discussing possible signage and parking changes.

• Visibility concern on Hood Street: resident requests 20-30 foot no-parking zone near 11 Hood St. to mitigate near-miss accidents
• Crosswalk safety at Tiffany Street and Commerce Way: resident requests blinking crosswalk signs, citing frequent driver failures to stop
• Parking restriction request on Brownell Street near Thacher Elementary: resident suggests no parking on one side to improve access for emergency and service vehicles
• Dead-end signage request on Abbot Drive: resident requests sign at street entrance to warn large vehicles of no turnaround
• Approval of September 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Council on Aging

The Attleboro Council on Aging Board of Directors will review updates on the strategic plan and the search for a future home for the council. The meeting includes reports from the chair, director (covering building, community, funding, and programs), and the Friends group. No votes are scheduled; the session is primarily for discussion and information sharing.

• Future Home for Council on Aging – updates under Old Business
• Strategic Plan Update
• Director's Report covering Building, Community, Funding, and Programs
• Friends Report
• Staff Spotlight

Park Commission

The Attleboro Park Commission will review meeting minutes, hear reports on the zoo and parks, and consider two permit requests: a gender reveal at The Flats and a community event at L.G. Balfour Riverwalk Park. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Permit for Haley Risotti for a Gender Reveal on Saturday, November 23, 2024 in the Flats
• Permit for Kaylyn Furtado for a Community Event on Saturday, May 31, 2025 in L.G. Balfour Riverwalk Park

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is conducting continued public hearings for several properties and proposed amendments to the Stormwater Management Ordinance Rules & Regulations. The body will also review enforcement orders for multiple addresses and discuss a fee schedule update.

• Proposed Amendments to the Stormwater Management Ordinance Rules & Regulations
• Public hearings for 0 North Main Street, 460 Collins Street, 113 Olive Street, and 0 Morse Avenue
• Enforcement orders for 12 different locations, including 101 Lamb Street and 0 Gardner Street
• Discussion on updating the fee schedule
• Review of a formal offer to donate land to the City of Attleboro for conservation

Election Commission

This regular monthly meeting of the Attleboro Election Commission includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, and an office update. The main substantive item is a discussion of 2024 election updates. No specific votes or dollar amounts are listed.

• 2024 Election updates – no further details provided

Council on Human Rights

The Council on Human Rights will meet to discuss a Diversity Committee petition and MCAD Discrimination training scheduled for November 13th. The body will also review updates on a library incident, an ACLU letter, and the Annual Advisory Report.

• Diversity Committee petition with guests Walter Vivar and Tanya Oliveira
• MCAD Discrimination training on November 13th at 6pm at APL
• Update on incident at the Library
• Update on Ordinance / ACLU Letter
• Annual Advisory Report update

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning petition for 1290 County Street and the potential disposition of a 5.496-acre parcel of Highland Park. The body will also consider various committee reports on city spending and infrastructure.

• Public hearing to declare a 5.496-acre parcel of Highland Park (Assessor’s Plat #115, Lot #1B) valued at $977,400.00 as surplus
• Public hearing for a rezoning petition at 1290 County Street (Assessor’s Plat #148, Lot #4)
• Proposed $39,500 allocation to the Cultural Council from Mass Cultural Council
• Appropriation of $36,684 for sidewalks on Robinson Ave from Harden to Mendon
• Anticipated FY25 Municipal Road Safety Grant for Police totaling $56,360.62

Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee

The Attleboro Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee will discuss possibly modifying existing financial guidelines to increase applicant participation, along with marketing and public outreach ideas. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a treasurer's report on fund activity and balance.

• Discussion on modifying financial guidelines to entice more applicants
• Marketing and public outreach suggestions and ideas
• Treasurer’s report on fund activity and balance
• Approval of minutes from May 29, 2024 meeting

Studley Elementary School Council

The Studley Elementary School Council will meet to conduct introductions and review the 2024-2026 School Improvement Plan. The body will also set goals for the year.

• Review of 2024-2026 School Improvement Plan
• Setting of goals for the year

School Committee

The Infrastructure & Facilities Subcommittee will review capital improvement projects at three elementary schools, including air conditioning installations, new office/evaluation space at Thacher, curtain wall at Willett, and parking lot updates. They will also discuss cameras, MSBA matters, and future elementary access controls and phone systems. The meeting is for discussion and updates.

• Thacher Elementary: air conditioning and new office/evaluation space
• Willett Elementary: air conditioning and curtain wall
• Studley Elementary: air conditioning
• Parking lot update requiring city committee approval and environmental impact consideration
• Cameras installation at schools

Attleboro Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the library's strategic plan update. The meeting also includes a staff presentation regarding the Library History Collection.

• Strategic Plan Update
• Staff presentation on Library History Collection

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous minutes and provide a tax recap update. The body will review and sign journals for motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemptions, commitments, and abatements. An executive session is scheduled to discuss specific abatements and exemptions.

• Tax recap update
• Review and signing of motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption and abatement journals
• HEROS Act changes
• Classification hearing follow up
• Executive session regarding abatements and exemptions

Hill Roberts Elementary School

This is a routine School Council meeting for Hill Roberts Elementary School. The council will discuss structuring the school to increase family engagement, review instructional focus areas and relevant MCAS data from last year, and follow up on homework folder and homework policy next steps. No major decisions or votes are expected.

• Walk-through with Director of Facilities to plan family engagement improvements
• Review of Instructional Focus Areas and MCAS data from last year
• Discussion of homework folder and homework policy updates
• PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) updates
• Identification of next steps for the December meeting

Attleboro Municipal Council

At this committee meeting, the council will hear updates from the Water Superintendent and review items pending in various committees ahead of public hearings scheduled for October 15. Key discussions include declaring a 5.496-acre Highland Park parcel as surplus and a $2.5 million loan order to purchase a ladder truck for the fire department.

• Public hearing on Oct 15 for rezoning petition by Diane Rose at 1290 County Street (Plat 148, Lot 4) for family construction.
• Public hearing on Oct 15 to declare 5.496-acre parcel at Highland Park (Plat 115, Lot 1B, assessed $977,400) as surplus and available for disposition.
• Loan order request for $2,500,000 to purchase and equip a ladder truck for the Attleboro Fire Department.
• Request to serve alcohol on city property at Capron Zoo on October 19 from 6-10pm.
• Appropriation of $36,684 from DPU financing for sidewalk on Robinson Avenue from Harden to Mendon.

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council will vote on whether to hold back up to 5% of its FY25 allocation of $39,500 for administrative expenses such as website ($450/year), printer ink, banners, and tablecloths. If approved, members will then decide the exact percentage. The meeting is held online via Zoom.

• Vote to authorize up to 5% ($1,975) of FY25 allocation for administrative purposes
• Specific amounts listed: 1%=$395, 2%=? ($290 in text, possibly a typo), 3%=$1,185, 4%=$1,580, 5%=$1,975
• Administrative uses include website, printer ink, banners, tablecloths

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Municipal Council on a petition to rezone properties along Washington Street, Rex Avenue, Guild Avenue, and Curtis Avenue from 'Planned Highway Business' to 'General Residence—A'. They will also hold a public hearing on a special permit for the expansion of the Red Oak Mobile Home Park on Collins Street. Additionally, the board will review pending subdivision plans, including preliminary plans on Mason Street and Trinity Circle/Parsonage Way, and discuss performance bond releases and stormwater management regulations.

• Joint public hearing: Sanrose Realty, LLP/Ronald Cardi rezoning from Planned Highway Business to General Residence-A (Washington, Rex, Guild, Curtis Avenues)
• Public hearing: Village at Red Oak LLC special permit for mobile home park expansion on Collins Street
• Performance bond: $55,018.88 work completed at Pike Estates; updated bond $555,072.49 recommended
• Preliminary subdivision: Chris Roche 'PROPOSED SUBDIVISION' at 43 Mason Street
• Preliminary subdivision: Northeast Custom Homes 'TRINITY CIRCLE EXTENSION' at Trinity Circle/Parsonage Way

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will meet in open session after an executive session on union negotiations. The agenda includes a resolution on Question 2, a draft internal controls manual for federal grants, and consent items accepting donations and contractual obligations. Subcommittee reports will propose sending a prior-year invoice to the Municipal Council and reallocating Charge Point Fund credits to the schools.

• Resolution on Question 2 proposed by Chairman Robert Geddes
• Draft internal controls manual for federal grants (Marc Furtado, Finance Director)
• Accept $16,385 donation from Willett PTO for interactive displays
• Motion to send $2,308.40 prior-year invoice to Municipal Council for approval
• Motion to request reallocation of Charge Point Fund credits to the school department

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will meet to discuss the Spotlight Strategic Plan timeline and a report from the Superintendent. The body will vote on several donations and a request to send a prior year invoice to the Municipal Council for approval.

• Donation of $16,385.00 from Willett PTO for interactive displays
• Donation of school supplies, water bottles, clothing, and lunch boxes valued at $935 from Greater Attleboro Area Council for Children
• Donation of $300 from Westat to the Willett
• Motion to send a prior year invoice of $2,308.40 to the Municipal Council for approval
• Contractual obligations from Bay State Textiles ($41.70) and Planet Aid ($30.75)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss a definitive subdivision plan for Dove Lane proposed by Woodlark Development Corp. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Woodlark Development Corp. — 'Dove Lane' Definitive Subdivision Plan

Attleboro High School Council

The Attleboro High School Council will meet to discuss updates to the cell phone policy, review the previous school year, and set goals for the 2024-2025 year. The meeting also includes action steps and a feedback session. No votes or binding decisions are on the agenda.

• Cell phone policy update discussion
• Goals for the 2024-2025 school year
• Action steps planning for next meeting

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review reports on schoolhouse conditions and burial grounds. The body will discuss new business regarding the Union Theater and old business concerning the Switch Tower and Depot Canopy.

• Discussion of Union Theater
• Review of schoolhouse conditions
• Updates on Switch Tower and Depot Canopy
• Discussion of Briggs Hotel
• Report on burial grounds

Wamsutta School Council

The Wamsutta School Council is meeting to discuss and finalize meeting dates for the school year. The agenda lists proposed dates through March 2025. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Review of proposed meeting dates: 11/14/24, 1/9/25, 2/13/25, 3/13/25

Historical Commission

The Attleboro Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the Attleboro Historic Preservation Society and other groups, and discuss old and new business regarding historic sites. Items include updates on the Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, South Attleboro Historic Neighborhood, Briggs Hotel, and Union Theater. No specific votes or financial actions are listed.

• Guest Mark Genovese
• Discussion of Schoolhouse Conditions
• Old Business: Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, South Attleboro Historic Neighborhood, Hill-Roberts Display, Membership, Briggs Hotel
• New Business: Union Theater, Donations, Capron Display

Municipal Building Commission

The commission will review progress on the Library Carpet and Willett Window and Wall projects. Members will also receive updates on Water Department projects including the Pawtucket Water Interconnect and PFAS projects at Wading River.

• Vote to pay Library Port $1,950.00 for Library Replacement Carpeting consulting
• Vote to pay J.J. Cardosi Inc $43,684.47 for Willett Window and Wall Replacement
• Vote to pay Skanska $1,315.00 for OPM Services through August 18, 2024
• Update on Wading River Temporary and Permanent PFAS projects
• Update on Pawtucket Water Interconnect

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee Finance and Budget Subcommittee will meet to review monthly budget reports, audit findings for the FY73 revolving account, and a proposal to allocate ChargePoint funds to the building revolving account. They will also consider prior year approvals and fee for service enrollment. Approval of previous meeting minutes is on the agenda.

• Monthly Budget Reports
• FY73 Revolving Account Audit Findings
• Allocating ChargePoint Funds to Use of Building Revolving Account
• Fee for Service Enrollment
• Prior Year Approval

Conservation Commission

The Attleboro Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on notices of intent and stormwater management permits for properties at 0 Morse Avenue (Attleboro Land Trust) and 1128 Oak Hill Avenue (E.G. America). It will continue hearings including a proposed amendment to the Stormwater Management Ordinance Rules & Regulations. The commission also has 13 enforcement orders and will discuss the Handy Street Conservation Area, an updated fee schedule, and a stormwater refresher training proposal from HWG, Inc.

• New public hearing: NOI & LWPA and SWMP for Attleboro Land Trust at 0 Morse Avenue
• New public hearing: NOI & LWPA for E.G. America at 1128 Oak Hill Avenue
• Continued hearing: Proposed Amendments to the Stormwater Management Ordinance Rules & Regulations
• 13 enforcement orders listed for various properties including Colvin Street, 101 Lamb Street, and 37 Lanthier Way
• Other business: Handy Street Conservation Area, update fee schedule, and stormwater refresher training proposal from HWG, Inc.

Planning Board

The Attleboro Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing to consider rezoning properties along Washington Street, Rex Avenue, Guild Avenue, and Curtis Avenue from Planned Highway Business to General Residence-A. The board will also discuss pending subdivision plans for Dove Lane, a proposed subdivision at 43 Mason Street, and the Trinity Circle Extension, along with correspondence related to the Red Oak Mobile Home Park expansion. Committee updates and upcoming hearings are also on the agenda.

• Joint public hearing for Sanrose Realty to rezone properties on Washington, Rex, Guild, and Curtis Avenues from Planned Highway Business to General Residence-A
• Woodlark Development Corp. – Dove Lane definitive subdivision plan (open public hearing deadline 10/16/24)
• Chris Roche – proposed preliminary subdivision at 43 Mason Street (deadline 10/31/24)
• Northeast Custom Homes – Trinity Circle Extension preliminary subdivision plan (deadline 10/6/24)
• Public hearing scheduled for October 7 on Village at Red Oak LLC's special permit to expand the mobile home park at 460 Collins Street

Health Department

The Attleboro Health Department will meet to conduct a hearing regarding The South Main St Realty Trust, John Governo Trustee, and Carlos Silva. The Health Officer may also discuss additional issues.

• Hearing for The South Main St Realty Trust, John Governo Trustee, and Carlos Silva

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will hold multiple public hearings, including setting the FY2025 tax classification and authorizing a $2.5 million loan for a new ladder truck for the fire department. Additionally, they will discuss a rezoning petition from Sanrose Realty, a helicopter landing pad for Sturdy Health, and a joint utility pole installation on Oak Street. Committee reports cover financial transfers, surplus equipment, and land disposition. New business includes a resolution to preserve Highland Park from residential development and a proposal to establish a Community Engagement Committee.

• Rezoning petition from Sanrose Realty to change Assessor's Plat #18 lots 500 S, 500 U, 500 V from Planned Highway Business to General Residence A
• $2.5 million loan order to purchase and equip a ladder truck for the Attleboro Fire Department
• Public hearing to determine tax classification for Fiscal Year 2025 and the percentage of local tax levy borne by each property class
• Application from Sturdy Health for a helicopter landing pad as an accessory use at 1 Park Street
• Joint pole request from National Grid and Verizon to install a pole on Oak Street for new house service

Teaching & Learning Subcommittee

The Teaching & Learning Subcommittee of the Attleboro School Committee will meet on October 1, 2024. The agenda includes discussion of high school grading and a preview of MCAS. Approval of prior minutes is also listed. The agenda is sparse with no additional details provided.

• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2024
• Discussion of high school grading
• Preview of MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System)

Planning Board

The Planning Board's Ordinance Committee will discuss a range of zoning and subdivision proposals, including Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) legislation, minimum lot width requirements, inclusionary housing, site plan review design standards, and stormwater regulation updates. No public hearings or votes are scheduled; the meeting is a working session to review and refine these code changes.

• ADU Legislation under MGL Ch. 40A §3A
• Minimum lot width dimensional requirement
• Inclusionary Housing discussion
• Site Plan Review amendments for design/architectural standards by overlay district
• Subdivision Rules and Regulations Amendments for Stormwater/NPDES compliance

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council is reviewing several financial appropriations and zoning requests. The body is also scheduling public hearings for October 1 regarding tax classifications and land use petitions.

• Loan order of $2,500,000 to purchase and equip a Ladder Truck for the AFD
• Rezoning petition from Sanrose Realty, LLP for Assessor’s Plat #18 lot #500
• Application from Sturdy Health of Park Street for a helicopter landing pad
• FY25 911 Training Grant for $226,041.25 for the Police
• Appropriations of $100,000 and $129,291 to schools and $267,249 to city wide reserve

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board will discuss an actuarial/COI-A base study and other business. The board may also enter executive session to discuss exempt personnel and medical files under state law. The agenda is brief and procedural.

• Review of actuarial / COI-A base study
• Executive session for personnel and medical records under G.L. c.4, s.7(26)(c)

The Attleboro Retirement Board voted to increase the COLA base from $13,000 to $14,000 (3-2), contingent on legislative approval. The board also adopted two funding schedules: one with a $13,000 COLA base (6.35% increases) and one with a $14,000 COLA base (6.60% increases), both using a 7.00% discount rate. The board authorized the assistant executive director to sign a Canadian Renewal Exemption Letter from M&T Bank.

• Approved 7% discount rate for funding schedule (5-0)
• Approved COLA base increase from $13,000 to $14,000 (3-2)
• Adopted funding schedule with $13,000 COLA base and 6.35% increases (5-0)
• Adopted funding schedule with $14,000 COLA base and 6.60% increases, pending council approval (5-0)
• Authorized Maria to sign Canadian Renewal Exemption Letter (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Attleboro Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports on leagues and director's update. Under new business, the commission will discuss plans for Halloween and holiday events, potential changes to field and building rental fees, and electric vehicle charging stations.

• Discussion of Halloween and holiday plans
• Review of field and building rental fees
• Discussion of EV stations

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Authority is meeting to discuss updates on transit-oriented development and partnerships with the MBTA and GATRA. The session includes a presentation from BerryDunn regarding existing conditions for the ARA Strategic Plan.

• Payment of $7,465.50 to BerryDunn for a Strategic Planning Grant
• Update on Transit-Oriented Development District RFQ
• Update on GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant
• Update on MBTA/ARA Partnership

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will vote on a $7,465.50 BerryDunn invoice for a strategic planning grant and consider approving meeting minutes from August 27 and September 13, 2024. They will also receive project updates on the GATRA/FTA improvement grant, the TOD District RFQ, and the MBTA/ARA partnership, and hear a BerryDunn presentation on existing conditions for the strategic plan.

• Vote to approve $7,465.50 BerryDunn invoice for Strategic Planning Grant and Warrant 25-3
• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2024 regular session and September 13, 2024 special session
• Presentation of existing conditions by BerryDunn under ARA Strategic Plan Update
• Updates on GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant, Transit-Oriented Development District RFQ, and MBTA/ARA Partnership

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Board is meeting to perform annual reviews of its investment managers. The session also includes updates on the retirement system and the processing of member enrollments and retirements.

• Annual Manager Reviews for firms including Fidelity, SSgA, and VanEck
• Retirement System Investment Updates
• Review of new member enrollments and retirements
• Processing of refund applications and transfers
• Review of monthly expenses and warrant

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is meeting to review previous discussions and plan a Halloween event. The session includes reports from officers and updates from mentors.

• Discussion of Halloween event

Traffic Study Commission

The Traffic Study Commission will approve prior meeting minutes and elect a new chairman to replace Michael Morgan who resigned. The main discussion is a resident's request for a 20-30 foot no-parking zone on Hood Street near 11 Hood St. to improve visibility over a hill. No other new business is scheduled.

• Election of new chairman to fill resignation of Michael Morgan
• Resident Cathy Mazzola's visibility concern on Hood Street
• Proposal for 20-30 ft no-parking zone on northbound side at top of hill near 11 Hood St.
• Approval of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next meeting date to be scheduled

Council on Aging

The Attleboro Council on Aging Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, receive reports from the chair and director, and discuss the strategic plan, building, community, funding, and programs. Items of note include updates on fundraisers (Musical Bingo on September 22 and a Fashion Show in May 2025), home repair requests, a site visit with Senator Feeney, and a visit from Mayor Cathleen DeSimone.

• Strategic Plan Update
• Fundraisers: Musical Bingo 9/22 and Fashion Show May 2025
• Home repair requests
• Site visit with Senator Feeney
• Visit from Mayor Cathleen DeSimone

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a new public hearing on proposed amendments to the Stormwater Management Ordinance Rules & Regulations. They will also continue several public hearings for property-specific projects, including an ANRAD on North Main Street, NOI/SWMP on Collins Street, and NOI/LWPA/SWMP on Olive Street. The agenda includes certificates of compliance, multiple enforcement orders, and other business such as updating the fee schedule and reviewing a stormwater refresher training proposal.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Stormwater Management Ordinance Rules & Regulations
• Continued public hearing for ANRAD at 0 North Main Street (Joao Tavares)
• Continued public hearings for NOI and SWMP at 460 Collins Street (Kyle Cehanowicz)
• Continued public hearings for NOI/LWPA and SWMP at 113 Olive Street (Rust-Oleum Corporation)
• Multiple enforcement orders and notices of non-compliance for various properties

Park Commission

The Park Commission will review meeting minutes, hear reports from the Zoo and Park departments, and consider a permit for Angela Duarte's second birthday party on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Newell Shelter. The next meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2024.

• Permit request: Angela Duarte second birthday party on October 12, 2024, at Newell Shelter

Attleboro Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review the FY2025 budget presented by accountant Dan Robillard. The board will also consider the approval of three check warrants and the minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation and consideration of the FY2025 Budget
• Approval of Check Warrants #385, #386, and #387
• Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• LTO Report for Hillcrest Oaks (200) and Family Sites (705)

Attleboro Housing Authority

The Attleboro Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will consider the FY2025 budget presented by Fee Accountant Dan Robillard. The board will also vote on minutes from June 27, 2024, and approve check warrants #385, #386, and #387. Reports from the executive director and on family self-sufficiency will be discussed, and Chyvonn Miller, the new Regional RSC Director, will be introduced. An LTO report for Hillcrest Oaks and family sites is also on the agenda.

• Presentation and consideration of FY2025 budget by Fee Accountant Dan Robillard
• Approval of check warrants #385, #386, and #387
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting
• Introduction and presentation by new Regional RSC Director Chyvonn Miller
• Hillcrest Oaks (200) and Family Sites (705) LTO Report

Council on Aging

The Attleboro Council on Aging Board will discuss a strategic plan update and nominations for upcoming board officer elections. The agenda also includes reports on building, community, funding, and programs, as well as a home repair requests item. Fundraisers such as Musical Bingo (9/22) and a Fashion Show (May 2025) will be reviewed. The board will also hear from Mayor Cathleen DeSimone and discuss a site visit with Senator Feeney.

• Strategic Plan Update
• Nominating Committee/Upcoming Board Officer Elections
• Fundraisers: Musical Bingo 9/22 and Fashion Show May 2025
• Home repair requests
• Site visit with Senator Feeney

Human Rights Council

The Attleboro Human Rights Council will meet to discuss an ordinance change related to an ACLU letter and an incident at the library. The body will also review the status of its annual report and a quarterly newsletter.

• Proposed ordinance change regarding an ACLU letter
• Discussion of an incident at the library
• Review of Annual Advisory Report status
• Proposal to change meeting dates to the third Tuesday
• Discussion on donation use and handling

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a joint public hearing regarding a request to rezone a property from Industrial to General Residence-A. The board will also review subdivision plans and discuss various zoning and housing updates.

• Joint public hearing: Rezone 182 North Main Street from Industrial to General Residence-A
• Review of 'DOVE LANE' Definitive Subdivision and Chris Roche 'PROPOSED SUBDIVISION' Preliminary Plan
• Discussion of $55,018.88 partial release of funds for 'PIKE ESTATES' subdivision
• Upcoming Oct 1 hearing: Rezone properties along Washington Street, Rex Avenue, Guild Avenue, and Curtis Avenue
• Upcoming Oct 7 hearing: Special permit for Village at Red Oak LLC to expand mobile home park at 460 Collins Street

The Planning Board continued the Dove Lane subdivision public hearing to October 16, 2024, and granted a time extension to October 31 for the Mason Street subdivision application. It also scheduled a joint public hearing with the Municipal Council for October 1 on a rezoning petition, and tabled a subdivision application. A rezoning petition for 182 North Main Street was withdrawn by the owner.

• Continued Dove Lane subdivision hearing to Oct 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Granted extension to Oct 31 for Mason Street subdivision application (unanimous)
• Scheduled joint public hearing with Municipal Council for Oct 1 on Sanrose Realty rezoning (unanimous)
• Tabled Trinity Circle Extension preliminary subdivision application
• Acknowledged Diane Rose rezoning petition, awaiting Council hearing date
• Canceled Sept 23 meeting
• Scheduled Ordinance Committee meeting Oct 1 and Subdivision Committee Oct 7
• Tabled minutes of Aug 19, 2024

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider a request to transfer a retail wine/malt license to Attleborough OP LLC, doing business as Triple Play Car Wash at 100 Washington Street. Also on the agenda are a corporate and name change for Morin's Hometown Bar & Grille, and a one-day alcohol permit for Zahara Cannabis to serve wine and beer at its Zaharafest event on October 26, 2024. The board will approve minutes from the August 20 meeting.

• Transfer of retail wine/malt license from Triple Play Car Wash LLC to Attleborough OP LLC d/b/a Triple Play Car Wash at 100 Washington Street.
• Change of corporate and dba names for Morin's Inc. d/b/a Morin's Hometown Bar & Grille at 16-20 South Main Street.
• One-day license for Zahara Cannabis to serve wine and beer at Zaharafest on October 26, 2024 from 12pm-6pm at 70 Frank Mossberg Drive.
• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024.

The Licensing Board approved a transfer of a retail wine/malt license from Triple Play Car Wash LLC to Attleborough OP LLC, d/b/a Triple Play Car Wash, with John Shalbey as manager of record. It also approved a name change for Morin's Hometown Bar & Grille and a one-day license for Zahara Cannabis's Zaharafest event, subject to an updated insurance certificate. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved liquor license transfer to Attleborough OP LLC d/b/a Triple Play Car Wash (unanimous)
• Approved corporate and dba name change for Morin's Inc. d/b/a Morin's Hometown Bar & Grille (unanimous)
• Approved one-day wine/beer license for Zahara Cannabis Zaharafest on Oct 26, 2024, conditioned on updated COI (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 (unanimous)

Hill Roberts Elementary School

The Hill Roberts Elementary School Council will meet to discuss the start of the school year, including plus/deltas on family communication and student/family experiences. They will also review the 2025-2027 School Improvement Plan, focusing on developing next steps for the Family Communication goal. The meeting will identify agenda items for the October meeting.

• Review of 2025-2027 School Improvement Plan (SIP) with focus on Family Communication goal
• Discussion of plus/deltas for start of year: family communication, student and family experiences
• Identification of next steps for October meeting

Health Department

The Attleboro-area Health Department Executive Committee will discuss a planning proposal from Horsley Whitten for a training needs assessment and workshop. Other agenda items include updates on the HMCC program, budget reports, and WebEOC training. The meeting is part of National Preparedness Month and is open to member communities including Attleboro, Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton.

• Discussion of a planning/proposal from Horsley Whitten for Training Needs Assessment & Workshop planning
• HMCC Update including BP1 Updates and general updates
• Planner Updates: WebEOC training, conference attendance, review of HVA Survey Data, meeting with Mass Maritime TTX
• Budget Updates from HMCC Financial Manager Elaine LaCoursiere
• DPH Updates from Statewide MDPH Coordinator

Health Department

The coalition is meeting to review focus areas, priorities, and Hazard Vulnerability Analysis survey results. The session includes updates on WebEOC training and budget modifications.

• Review of HVA Survey Results
• Planning and proposal from Horsley Whitten for Training Needs Assessment & Workshop
• WebEOC training updates
• Budget updates or modifications

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council holds its regular meeting with several public hearings and committee reports. Key items include a rezoning petition for 182 N. Main Street, a $2.5 million loan order for a new fire ladder truck, and requests for special event permits and personnel ordinance changes.

• Joint public hearing with Planning Board on rezoning 182 N. Main Street from Industrial to 2-Family Residential (WHM Capital, LLC)
• Loan order request for $2,500,000 to purchase and equip a ladder truck for Attleboro Fire Department
• Public hearing for a special permit to serve alcohol on city property at Capron Park Zoo on October 19, 2024
• Public hearing for a Keeping a Stand application for Jewelry City Steampunk Festival at Riverwalk Park on October 5-6
• Request to add Zoo Curator, Education Curator, Guest Service Supervisor, and Water Laboratory Manager to uniform allowance in Personnel Rules

The Attleboro Municipal Council held public hearings on a steampunk festival, a zoo wine permit, and clothing allowances, then voted on a series of financial and administrative items. The most significant action was adopting a new Classification and Compensation Plan, including a new Compensation Plan for Publicly Elected Officials that ties councilor salaries to a fraction of the mayor's base salary. The council also approved several transfers, donations, and surplus declarations, and scheduled a special meeting for September 24 to consider a wastewater dump truck grant.

• Adopted amended Classification and Compensation Plans and new Compensation Plan for Publicly Elected Officials (11-0)
• Approved $1,300 payment to Cryan Landscaping for FY24 invoice (11-0)
• Adopted local option for Chapter 473 of Acts of 1984 for retirement allowance calculation (11-0)
• Approved new Class II auto dealership license for Attleboro Auto Clinic LLC (10-1, Foa nay)
• Scheduled public hearing for Oct 15 on declaring 5.496-acre Highland Park parcel surplus (11-0)
• Approved $7,514 grant from Bristol Elder Service for COA Mind and Body programming (11-0)
• Amended handicapped parking space on Bank Street (11-0)
• Amended park rules to include disorderly conduct prohibition (10-1, Foa nay)

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss grant accounting. The body will also work to finalize accounts for FY 23-24.

• Approval of August 19, 2024 minutes
• Finalization of FY 23-24 accounts

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will meet to consider multiple policy edits and adoptions from the Policy and Personnel subcommittee, including updates to non-discrimination and Title IX policies. They will also vote on consent items accepting donations and contractual obligations, such as a $16,600 walk-in cooler and a $5,000 PTO donation. The Superintendent and other administrators will report on the opening of the 2024-2025 academic year.

• Motion to accept a $16,600 walk-in cooler and $3,400 in motors/compressors from an unnamed donor to CTE
• Motion to accept a $5,000 donation from Studley PTO for educational needs
• Motion to approve edits to Policy AC Non-Discrimination and Harassment and Short-Form Title IX Non-Discrimination Statement
• Adoption of new policies: IMGA (Service Animals in Schools) and KDCB (District Website and Social Media)
• Removal of obsolete policies IMG-E1 and IHAI

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority is holding a special meeting to review the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Request for Qualifications. The body will vote on a recommended list of qualified respondents for the project.

• Approval of the review committee recommended list of qualified respondents for the Attleboro TOD Request for Qualifications

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority held a special meeting on September 13, 2024, and approved the review committee's recommended list of qualified respondents to the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Request for Qualifications, which closed on August 14, 2024. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). The next meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024.

• Approved review committee's recommended list of qualified TOD respondents (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold new public hearings for properties on Emory Street, Olive Street, and West Street. The board will also continue a hearing regarding a property on Newport Avenue.

• Special Permit for Jose Barrios at 111 Emory Street (Case #5741)
• Special Permit and Variance for Rustoleum Corp. at 116 Olive Street (Case #5742)
• Variance for Spencer B. Keene at 863 West Street (Case #5743)
• Continued Special Permit and Variance hearing for Green River Cannabis Co., Inc. at 707 Newport Avenue (Case #5718)

The Attleboro Zoning Board of Appeals granted Spencer Keene a variance to build a wraparound farmer's porch at 863 West Street, and continued hearings for Rust-Oleum Corp. and Jose Barrios. The board also granted Green River Cannabis Co. a continuance and time extension to October 31, 2024.

• Granted 6-foot front yard setback variance for porch at 863 West Street (unanimous)
• Continued Rust-Oleum Corp. parking lot/floodplain hearing (Case #5742)
• Continued Jose Barrios chicken special permit hearing (Case #5741)
• Continued Green River Cannabis hearing to Oct 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Granted Green River Cannabis time extension to Oct 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 (unanimous)

Municipal Building Commission

The Municipal Building Commission will vote on a $522,107.41 invoice for construction of the emergency water system interconnection between Attleboro and Pawtucket. The commission will also consider a change order for the Willett Window Wall Replacement project and interview four proposers for designer services on the Library Replacement Flooring Project. A vote to recommend award for the designer services, subject to fee negotiation, is also scheduled.

• Invoice for $522,107.41 for emergency water system interconnection between Attleboro and Pawtucket
• Consideration of Change Order #1 for Willett Window Wall Replacement (JJ Cardosi Inc)
• Interviews for designer services for Library Replacement Flooring Project: Socotec AE Consulting, LLB Architects, MATZ Collaborative Architects (CSS Architects declined)
• Vote to recommend award for designer services, subject to fee negotiation
• Approval of minutes from September 4, 2024, and other invoices

School Committee

The Finance and Budget Subcommittee will review monthly budget reports and the closing of FY24 budgets. The body will also discuss audit findings for the FY23 Revolving Account and receive updates on the MSBA and redistricting.

• FY23 Revolving Account Audit Findings
• Closing of FY24 Budgets
• Fee for Service Update
• MSBA Update
• Redistricting Update

Attleboro Library Board of Trustees

The Attleboro Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the treasurer's and director's reports. The board will discuss unfinished business regarding the budget and strategic planning, as well as new business concerning board member changes.

• Strategic planning update
• Budget discussion
• Board member changes

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council committees meet to discuss multiple items, including a $2.5 million loan request to purchase and equip a ladder truck for the fire department, several rezoning petitions, and a proposed inclusionary zoning ordinance. Various public hearings are scheduled for future dates on items such as a helicopter landing pad permit and street pole requests. The agenda also includes appointments, donations, and updates to city ordinances.

• Loan order request for $2,500,000 to purchase and equip a Ladder Truck for Attleboro Fire Department (public hearing 10/1/24)
• Rezoning petition for 182 N Main St from industrial to residential (public hearing 9/17/24)
• Proposed adoption of an Inclusionary Zoning ordinance
• Class II license application for Attleboro Auto Clinic at 42 County St.
• Request to serve alcohol on city property at Capron Zoo on October 19, 2024

School Committee

The Policy and Personnel Subcommittee will review and recommend updates to multiple Section G (Personnel) and Section I (Instruction) policies as part of a two-year review process. Administration recommends removing two policies: IHAL (Occupational Education) and IKB (Homework Policy), as they have no current MASC alignment. The subcommittee will also consider minor edits and noting review dates for various other policies across sections K and L.

• Review of GDD: Staff Vacations and Holidays
• Review of IKE: Promotion and Retention of Students
• Recommendation to remove IHAL: Occupational Education policy
• Recommendation to remove IKB: Homework Policy
• Review of KCD: Public Gifts to Schools

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners will hold a special meeting to certify the results of the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election. Other routine items include public comment, old and new business, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Certification of September 3, 2024 State Primary Election results
• Public comment period
• Old business and new business discussions

Historical Commission

The Attleboro Historical Commission will hold its regular meeting, including approval of previous minutes, reports from the Historic Preservation Society and Attleboro Land Trust, and discussion of old business items such as the Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, and South Attleboro Historic Neighborhood. New business includes items like the Union Theater, city website donations, and the Briggs Hotel and McDonald House. No votes or binding actions are indicated on the agenda.

• Discussion of Switch Tower and Depot Canopy conditions
• South Attleboro Historic Neighborhood update
• Hill-Roberts Display status
• Union Theater and City Website discussions
• Briggs Hotel and McDonald House conditions

Conservation Commission

The Attleboro Conservation Commission will open new public hearings for two projects: a Notice of Intent and Stormwater Management Permit for work at 460 Collins Street, and a Notice of Intent and Local Wetlands Permit for Rust-Oleum Corporation at 113 Olive Street. The commission will also continue a hearing on an ANRAD at 0 North Main Street, review enforcement orders for ten properties, and discuss updates to the fee schedule and a stormwater training proposal. Correspondence includes reports on invasive species management and substation upgrades at Chartley Pond.

• New NOI and SWMP hearings for 460 Collins Street (Kyle Cehanowicz)
• New NOI & LWPA hearing for Rust-Oleum Corporation at 113 Olive Street
• Continued ANRAD hearing for 0 North Main Street (Joao Tavares)
• Ten enforcement orders against properties including Colvin St, 101 Lamb St, 37 Lanthier Way, and others
• Proposal from HWG, Inc. for stormwater refresher training and update to fee schedule

Municipal Building Commission

The Municipal Building Commission will consider approving two invoices totaling $764,285.26 for the Wading River Emergency PFAS Treatment Project and a $3,375 invoice for library carpet project consulting. They will also review responses to an RFQ for designer services for the Library Replacement Flooring Project and receive updates on water department projects. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August and an amendment to June minutes.

• Vote to approve $266,580.26 invoice for Wading River PFAS project (Application No. 2)
• Vote to approve $497,705.00 invoice for Wading River PFAS project (Application No. 3)
• Vote to approve $3,375.00 invoice for Library Replacement Carpeting consulting services
• Review RFQ responses for Library Replacement Flooring Project designer services and shortlist respondents for interviews
• Water Department project updates: Pawtucket Water Interconnect, Wading River Temporary and Permanent PFAS projects

Election Commission

The Attleboro Election Commission is meeting to discuss Election Day events. The agenda does not list specific decisions or votes to be taken.

• Discussion of Election Day events

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners has issued a warrant for the 2024 State Primary Election. Qualified voters in Attleboro will cast ballots for various state and federal offices from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

• Voting locations include Robert Coelho Middle School, Irvin Studley Elementary School, Attleboro High School - Marketplace, LaSalette Shrine, and Elks Lodge #1014
• Election for Senator in Congress and Representative in Congress (Fourth District)
• Election for Senator in General Court (Bristol & Norfolk District)
• Election for Representative in General Court (Second and Fourteenth Bristol Districts)
• Election for Clerk of Courts, Register of Deeds, and County Commissioners for Bristol County

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will consider a $2,500,000 loan to purchase and equip a ladder truck for the Fire Department, along with a special permit for a helicopter landing pad at Sturdy Health and several rezoning petitions. Other items include a request to waive alcohol restrictions for an event at Capron Park Zoo, appointments to city boards, and various committee reports. Many items are new with scheduled public hearings in September or October.

• $2,500,000 loan request to purchase & equip a Ladder truck for the Fire Department (public hearing 10/1/24)
• Special Permit application from Sturdy Health for a Helicopter Landing Pad as an accessory use (public hearing 10/1/24)
• Rezoning for WHM Capital, 182 N. Main St, from Industrial to 2-family Residential (public hearing 9/17/24)
• Request to waive S. 11-15.1 to serve alcohol at Capron Park Zoo on Oct. 19 from 6-10 PM (public hearing 9/17/24)
• Proposed adoption of an Inclusionary Zoning ordinance (ongoing since 2022)

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will consider a motion to authorize signing an Audit Engagement Letter with Hogue, Sohddy & Co., CPA, P.C., and vote on approving invoices totaling $54,834.80 from BerryDunn and Sun Chronicle. The board will also hear project updates on GATRA/FTA grants, the Transit-Oriented Development District RFQ, MBTA partnership, and the ARA strategic plan, followed by a possible executive session to discuss real property.

• Motion to authorize signing Audit Engagement Letter with Hogue, Sohddy & Co., CPA, P.C.
• BerryDunn invoice for $54,473.00 (Strategic Planning Grant)
• Sun Chronicle invoice for $361.80 (RFQ Legal Notices)
• Project updates: GATRA/FTA grant, TOD District RFQ, MBTA partnership, strategic plan
• Executive session to consider purchase, exchange, or lease of real property

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority approved the audit engagement letter with Hague, Sahady & Co., CPAs, and authorized payments for two invoices and a warrant. The board also approved the July 18, 2024 minutes as amended. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural with project updates.

• Authorized Chair to sign Audit Engagement Letter with Hague, Sahady & Co. (4-0)
• Approved BerryDunn invoice of $4,473.00 for Strategic Planning Grant (4-0)
• Approved Sun Chronicle invoice of $361.80 for RFQ legal notices (4-0)
• Approved Warrant 25-2 in the amount of $4,834.80 (4-0)
• Approved July 18, 2024 minutes as amended (5-0)

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners is meeting to conduct advance removal and depositing of early voting ballots for the upcoming election. This is a procedural session to handle ballots over the period of August 25 to August 31, 2024.

• Advance removal and depositing of early voting ballots at the Election Office

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners is meeting to adopt the early voting schedule for the September 3, 2024 state primary. The schedule runs from August 24 through August 30 at the Attleboro Government Center. No other business is listed.

• Early voting hours: Aug 24 (Sat) 9 AM–1 PM, Aug 25 (Sun) 9 AM–1 PM, Aug 26 (Mon) 8 AM–4:30 PM, Aug 27 (Tue) 8 AM–6 PM, Aug 28 (Wed) 8 AM–4:30 PM, Aug 29 (Thu) 8 AM–4:30 PM, Aug 30 (Fri) 8 AM–12 PM
• Location: City Council Chambers, 77 Park Street, Attleboro

Attleboro Municipal Council

This regular meeting features committee reports on items currently open in committees; no public hearings are scheduled for this session. Key items include a rezoning petition for Sanrose Realty, proposed inclusionary zoning and mobile home park ordinances, and temporary appointments for economic development and community development directors. Other matters involve charter changes, public EV charging station fees, and tree protection amendments.

• Rezoning petition for Sanrose Realty, LLP (Assessor's Plat #18 Lot #500) from PHB to Res A (public hearing set for Sept. 17)
• Temporary 90-day appointment of Christopher McDermott as Economic Development Director
• Temporary 90-day appointment of Staisha Chavis as Community Development Director
• Proposed ordinance adding Section 10-15: Public Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Rates
• Proposed amendment to Section 12 of ordinances adding 12.7 Protection of Public Trees

The Attleboro Municipal Council approved a series of financial transfers and authorizations, including payment of previous-year school bills totaling $58,339.99, acceptance of two Bristol County ARPA grants for water infrastructure, and transfers for insurance, environmental cleanup, and repairs. The council also confirmed appointments for Community Development and Economic Development Directors and approved several public event permits.

• Approved $33,618.21 in prior-year school bills (10-0)
• Approved $24,721.78 in prior-year school bills (10-0)
• Accepted $129,100 ARPA grant for water main replacement (10-0)
• Accepted $169,000 ARPA grant for butterfly valve installation (10-0)
• Transferred $51,000 for Bartek Center roof repairs (10-0)
• Confirmed Staisha Chavis as Community Development Director (10-0)
• Confirmed Christopher McDermott as Economic Development Director (10-0)
• Approved beer cart permit at Skyroc Brewery with waiver (10-0)

Attleboro Housing Authority

The Attleboro Housing Authority Board will vote on minutes, check warrants totaling $882,789, and Fiscal Year 2024 year-end reports. The executive director will update on vacancies, projects, the rollout of a nonsmoking initiative, and a public records request. Commissioners also will receive reports from the resident services and family self-sufficiency coordinators and discuss a planned strategic planning session on September 14, 2024.

• Approval of Check Warrants #385 ($303,736) and #386 ($579,053)
• Fiscal Year 2024 Year End Reports and signatures
• Executive Director update on rollout of nonsmoking initiative
• Public Records Request update
• Hillcrest Oaks (200) and Family Sites (705) LTO Report

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new and continued public hearings regarding land use and stormwater management. The body will also review several enforcement orders and discuss updating its fee schedule.

• New public hearings for 855 County Street and 113 Olive Street (Rust-Oleum Corporation)
• Continued public hearings for Baltic Street and 0 North Main Street
• Enforcement orders for properties including Colvin Street, 101 Lamb Street, and 0 Gardner Street
• Discussion on updating the fee schedule
• Review of a stormwater refresher training quotation from HWG, Inc.

Park Commission

The Attleboro Park Commission will review meeting minutes, receive reports on the zoo and parks, and vote on two permit applications — a memorial service at the Flats Gazebo and a disc golf tournament at Highland Park. The commission will also hear from Mayor Cathleen De Simone and the GWOT Committee.

• Permit for Joan Metcalf for Joe Skrip memorial on Sept 14 at Flats Gazebo
• Permit for Spencer Lynds for Jewelry City Disc Golf event Oct 18-20 at Highland Park
• Review of zoo and park reports
• Appearance by Mayor Cathleen De Simone
• Update from GWOT Committee (Ben Quelle, Frank Cook, Shane Rioux)

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board will meet to discuss investment updates and process administrative retirement actions. The board will review retirements, new member enrollments, injury notices, and refund applications.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• New Member Enrollments
• Refund Applications & Transfers
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant
• Executive Session for personnel and medical record reviews

Liquor Licensing Board

The Attleboro Liquor Licensing Board will discuss requests for one-day licenses to serve wine and beer at two events: the Jewelry City Steampunk Festival at Balfour Riverwalk Park on October 5-6, 2024, and the Capron Park Zoo on either September 21, 2023 or October 5, 2024. The board will also consider a public entertainment license for the festival's fundraiser and approve minutes from its July 23, 2024 meeting.

• One-day wine/beer license for Jewelry City Steampunk Festival, Oct 5-6, 10am-5pm, Balfour Riverwalk Park
• Public entertainment license for Jewelry City Steampunk Festival fundraiser, Oct 5, 10am-5pm
• One-day wine/beer license for Capron Park Zoo, 201 County Street, on 9/21/23 or 10/5/24, 6pm-10pm
• Approval of minutes from July 23, 2024

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will finalize and authorize a Solar Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement as old business. They will also receive an update on personal property inspections. In new business, they will review and sign motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption, commitment, and abatement journals. An executive session is scheduled to discuss abatements and exemptions confidentially.

• Solar PILOT finalization and authorization
• Update on personal property inspections
• Review and sign motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption, commitment, and abatement journals
• Executive session to discuss abatements and exemptions under G.L. c30A §21(a)(7) and G.L. c59 §60

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will hold public hearings on several proposed ordinance amendments, including adding a new section on electric vehicle charging stations and rates, amending the disorderly conduct section, and approving a new auto dealership license. They will also consider committee reports and new business items such as a pedestrian signal near Union Street and a proposal for a police officer at council meetings.

• Public hearing to add Section 10-15: Public Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Rates, directing 50% of parking and EV fees to a new Off-Street Parking Fund
• Public hearing to amend Section 12.3.3(p) on disorderly conduct
• Public hearing on a new Class II auto dealership license for Attleboro Auto Clinic LLC at 42 County Street
• Public hearing on a Keeping a Stand permit for a food table and a beer cart at 11 Riverbank Road on October 6, 2024
• New business to request a pedestrian-activated audible pedestrian signal at Union Street near Mill and Dunham Streets

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss grant accounting. The body will also review community survey results to determine priorities for FY24 and discuss the newsletter.

• Approval of July 15, 2024 minutes
• Grant accounting review
• Review of community survey results for FY24 priorities
• Discussion regarding the newsletter

Planning Board

The Attleboro Planning Board is meeting with no scheduled public hearings. Key business includes an executive session to discuss strategy in litigation against the board, updates on pending subdivision applications (Woodlark Development's Dove Lane definitive subdivision and Chris Roche's preliminary subdivision), and correspondence regarding construction bonds for Middle Street Extension and Pike Estates. The board also received a rezoning petition for 182 North Main Street and a special permit request to expand the Red Oak mobile home park, both with future hearings.

• Executive session to discuss litigation Catenacci v. City of Attleboro Planning Board (Bristol Superior Court)
• Woodlark Development Corp. – Dove Lane definitive subdivision pending decision (deadline 8/31/24)
• Chris Roche – proposed subdivision on Mason Street, preliminary plan pending (deadline 8/24/24)
• Performance bond recommendation of $210,681.83 for Middle Street Extension
• Rezoning petition for 182 North Main Street (Industrial to Residential) and special permit for Red Oak mobile home park expansion (460 Collins Street)

Planning Board

The Planning Board's Subdivision Committee is meeting to discuss a specific development project. The session focuses on a deadline for a definitive subdivision plan.

• Woodlark Development Corp. — 'DOVE LANE' Definitive Subdivision Plan deadline 8/31/24

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee is holding a special meeting to review a specific contract bid. The body will consider approving a vendor for the installation of school security cameras.

• Contract for Setronics to install school security cameras for $682,074.00

School Committee

The Policy and Personnel Subcommittee is reviewing various district policies for updates or adoption. The Administration is recommending specific edits to fiscal management, personnel, and instructional policies to align with current protocols.

• Proposed edits to AC: Nondiscrimination and Harassment
• Proposed edits to DBJ: Budget Transfer Authority and DKC: Expense Reimbursements
• Proposed edits to GCG-E1: Substitute Pay Rates
• Proposed adoption of IMGA: Service Animals in Schools
• Proposed removal of IMG-E1: Guidelines for Animals in School Settings

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will consider a consent item to approve a $682,074 contract with Setronics for school security camera installation. The meeting also includes review and possible approval of several policy updates recommended by the Policy and Personnel Subcommittee, covering areas such as nondiscrimination, budget transfers, substitute pay, and animals in schools.

• Motion to recognize Setronics as low bidder and approve $682,074 contract for school security cameras
• Policy on nondiscrimination and harassment (AC) with legal counsel edits
• Budget Transfer Authority (DBJ) edits to align with protocol
• Substitute Pay Rates (GCG-E1) edits to align with protocol
• Guidelines for Animals in Schools (IMG) and Service Animals (IMGA) adoption/removal

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct testing of election equipment. Testing begins at 9:45 AM with tabulator testing at City Hall Annex, followed by high-speed testing at the Elections Office. No votes or decisions are on the agenda beyond the testing and routine procedural items.

• Tabulator testing at City Hall Annex (75 Park Street) at 9:45 AM
• High-speed testing at Elections Office (77 Park Street) after tabulator completion
• Meeting includes call to order, attendees, other business, and adjournment

Election Commission

The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of minutes, public comment, and office updates. The main substantive item is a general discussion of 2024 election updates. No specific proposals, votes, or financial items are listed.

• Office update
• 2024 Election updates
• Public comment

Health Department

The Attleboro Health Department will meet to conduct a hearing regarding a business's compliance with state tobacco laws. The board may also discuss other issues as determined by the Health Officer.

• Hearing for Nostalgic N More regarding a second violation of 'An Act to Modernize Tobacco Control'

The Attleboro Health Department held a public hearing for Nostalgic N More, which was found selling flavored vapes. The board levied a 3-day suspension (Aug 19-21, 2024) and a $2,000 fine, with the payment deadline extended to Jan 1, 2025, tied to permit renewal.

• Imposed 3-day suspension on Nostalgic N More (Aug 19-21, 2024)
• Levied $2,000 fine for flavored tobacco sales
• Extended fine payment deadline to Jan 1, 2025, tied to new permit issuance

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will conduct the Superintendent's evaluation and discuss maintenance and grounds contracts. The body will also review a Canon lease agreement and process several payments and donations.

• Superintendent's Evaluation
• Maintenance and Grounds Contract
• Canon Lease Agreement
• Donation of $19,800 from Hyman Fine PTO for six Interactive Televisions
• Prior year invoice for $33,618.21 to be sent to municipal council

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Attleboro Zoning Board of Appeals is holding public hearings on several special permit and variance applications, including a withdrawal request for 182 North Main Street, a request for extension and continuance for Green River Cannabis Co. at 707 Newport Avenue, and an appeal for 275 Smith Street. The board will also review correspondence opposing a permit for 476 Highland Avenue.

• Muhammad Qandil requests withdrawal of special permit for 182 North Main Street (Case #5737).
• Green River Cannabis Co. seeks extension to August 31 and continuance to August 8 for 707 Newport Avenue (Case #5718).
• Robin Devoe seeks special permit & variance for 241 Mendon Road (Case #5739).
• John Jun Tuana's special permit for 476 Highland Avenue draws opposition (Case #5740).
• Gloria Ouellette's appeal regarding 275 Smith Street (Case #5731) is continued.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new and continuing public hearings for various property developments and stormwater projects. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance and address multiple enforcement orders.

• New public hearing for Universal Health Services, Inc. at 200 May Street
• Continuing public hearings for projects at Rocklawn Avenue, 29 & 36 K-Marie Drive, 14 Lake Shore Drive, and Baltic Street
• Requests for certificates of compliance for Viridian Development LLC and Mark Zuschlag
• Enforcement orders for 10 properties, including 101 Lamb Street and 0 Gardner Street
• Discussion of an updated fee schedule and stormwater refresher training quotation from FIWG, Inc.

Municipal Building Commission

The Municipal Building Commission will vote on approval of invoices for several projects, including the Wading River Design and Permitting ($179,010) and the Pawtucket Water Interconnect construction ($122,373.98). They will also consider a change order for the Pawtucket Water Interconnect and receive updates on the Willett Window Wall, Wading River PFAS, and Library Carpet projects.

• Vote to approve $179,010 for Wading River Design and Permitting through July 28, 2024
• Vote to approve $122,373.98 for construction of Emergency Water System Interconnection between Attleboro and Pawtucket
• Consideration of Change Order No. 2 for the Pawtucket Water Interconnect project
• Vote to approve $13,917.50 for construction of Willett Window and Wall Replacement
• Vote to approve $18,137.88 for Construction Admin Services through July 28, 2024 (Emergency PFAS)

The Municipal Building Commission approved all listed invoices totaling $350,000.80 for various projects, including Willett window/wall replacement, Wading River design, PFAS construction admin, Pawtucket water interconnect, and library carpet services. They also approved Change Order No. 2 with Waterline Industries for the Pawtucket Water Interconnect project, covering four parts totaling $20,587.49. Project updates were provided for the Willett window/wall project, water department projects, and the library carpet project, with no cost changes anticipated for Willett.

• Approved $13,917.50 invoice to JJ Cardosi Inc for Willett window/wall construction
• Approved $179,010.00 invoice to Tata & Howard for Wading River design/permitting
• Approved $122,373.98 invoice to Waterline Industries for Pawtucket water interconnect construction
• Approved $7,050.00 invoice for library carpet consulting/clerk of works services
• Approved Change Order No. 2 with Waterline Industries for $20,587.49 (4 parts)
• Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 meeting

Youth Commission

The Attleboro Youth Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine business. Items include officer reports, approval of minutes, old business discussion, and new business such as a diaper drive and collecting contact information. The meeting will close with parent feedback and a mentor update. No votes or decisions with specific dollar amounts are scheduled.

• Discuss diaper drive as new business
• Collect contact information
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Treasurer report
• Parent feedback and mentor update

Health Department

The Attleboro Health Department will meet to conduct a hearing regarding a second violation of the state law “An Act to Modernize Tobacco Control.” The board may also discuss other issues as determined by the Health Officer.

• Hearing for Nostalgic N More regarding a second violation of “An Act to Modernize Tobacco Control”

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board is holding a regular meeting via Zoom to discuss routine administrative matters including investment updates, retirements, new member enrollments, and monthly expenses. The board may also enter executive session to discuss personnel or medical records as permitted by law.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• New Member Enrollments
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant
• Notices of Injury
• Refund Applications & Transfers

The Attleboro Retirement Board voted to adopt Chapter 473 of the Acts of 1984, changing the Termination Retirement Allowance calculation from a 5-year to a 3-year basis (4-1). The Board also invested $7 million of the $8 million annual appropriation across seven funds, leaving $1 million in reserves after Intercontinental declined its allocation. Several routine motions were approved, including retirements, new member enrollments, notices of injury, refunds, transfers, and payroll warrants.

• Adopted Chapter 473 of the Acts of 1984, changing termination allowance calculation from 5-year to 3-year (4-1)
• Invested $7,000,000 of annual appropriation across seven funds; left $1,000,000 in reserves (5-0)
• Approved five retirements as presented (5-0)
• Approved five new member enrollments (5-0)
• Accepted four notices of injury; returned one for more info; tabled one (5-0 each)
• Approved refund for Conor Ryan of $6,524.60 net (5-0)
• Approved transfers for Emely Grullon and Robert Durant (5-0)
• Approved Retiree Payroll Warrant 2024#07 RP for $1,475,908.77 and Cash Disbursements Warrant 2024#07 AP for $224,988.26 (5-0 each)

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will decide on two one-day liquor license requests from the Attleboro/Norton YMCA for fundraising events in August and September. The board will also review an amended permanent alteration application for outdoor alcohol service and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• One-day license for YMCA senior meal fundraiser on August 10 at 44 Peck Street
• One-day license for YMCA rooftop fundraiser on September 6 at 63 N. Main Street
• Review of amended permanent alteration for outdoor alcoholic beverage service
• Approval of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (procedural)

Recreation Commission

This is a standard procedural meeting of the Attleboro Recreation Commission. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a public forum, league updates, a director's report, and old and new business, but no specific actions or proposals are listed.

• Acceptance of minutes from prior meeting
• Public forum for resident comments
• Leagues update
• Director's report on recreation programs
• Old and new business discussion

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will consider approving a $3,780 invoice from Nitsch Engineering for a Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) map. They will also hear updates on the GATRA/FTA improvement grant, the TOD district RFQ, and the MBTA/ARA partnership. Minutes from the June 24, 2024 regular session are up for approval.

• Motion to approve Nitsch Engineering invoice #86342 for $3,780.00 for TOD map
• Motion to approve Warrant 25-I for $3,780.00
• Approval of June 24, 2024 regular session minutes
• Update on GATRA / FTA Improvement Grant
• Update on Transit-Oriented Development District RFQ

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority approved three payments totaling $10,301, including invoices from Nitsch Engineering and BerryDunn, and approved the June 24, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on project updates and administrative matters.

• Approved Nitsch Engineering invoice #86342 for $3,780.00 (4-0)
• Approved BerryDunn invoice 07102024 for $6,521.00, seeking reimbursement from Strategic Planning OneStop Grant (4-0)
• Approved Warrant 25-1 in the amount of $10,301.00 (4-0)
• Approved June 24, 2024 regular session minutes (4-0)

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council holds a public hearing to consider adding a new section to Chapter 12 of city ordinances to protect public trees. The council will also receive committee reports and discuss various open items, including a $500,000 loan for a PFAS pilot study, layout of public ways, and zoning amendments. Not all committee items will be discussed.

• Public hearing on adding Section 12-7 Protection of Public Trees to city ordinances
• Request to loan $500,000 for PFAS pilot study at 1296 West St
• Layout portions of Bolkum Lane (641.56 ft and 537.84 ft) and Dumont Way (453.63 ft) as public ways
• Proposed inclusionary zoning ordinance (Goal 11 of comprehensive plan)
• Amendment to move a parking spot at 5 Bank St from 125 ft north to 196 ft north

The Attleboro Municipal Council held a public hearing on a proposed tree protection ordinance but took no vote on it. The Council then approved a series of financial and administrative items, including a $500,000 loan for a PFAS and manganese removal pilot study, a 48-month copier lease, several grants, and the acceptance of Bolkum Lane and Dumont Way as public ways. All votes were 9-0, with Councilors Holmes and Kobus absent.

• Approved $500,000 loan order for West Street PFAS/manganese pilot study (9-0)
• Approved 48-month Konica Minolta copier lease for school district (9-0)
• Accepted $8,000 MassDevelopment grant for Winter Night Festival (9-0)
• Accepted $5,000 MassDevelopment grant for Holiday Stroll (9-0)
• Approved payment of $663.72 in prior-year school bills (9-0)
• Accepted donation of 8 AEDs and cabinets from Sisters @ Heart (9-0)
• Approved $44,665 MassDEP grant for water SCADA cybersecurity (9-0)
• Laid out Bolkum Lane and Dumont Way as public ways (9-0)

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council's Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the appointment of Jeffrey Bailey to the Board of Election Commissioners. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Appointment of Jeffrey Bailey, 5 Sheridan Circle, to the Board of Election Commissioners

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct a new public hearing for Universal Health Services, Inc. and continue hearings for six other properties. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance and address multiple enforcement orders.

• New public hearing: SWMP for Arbour-Fuller Hospital at 200 May Street
• Continued hearings for projects at Rocklawn Avenue, K-Marie Drive, Oak Hill Avenue, Trinity Circle, Lake Shore Drive, and Baltic Street
• Certificates of compliance requests for Bolkum Lane/Slater Street, 0 Border Avenue, and 48 Thayer Farm Road
• Enforcement orders for 10 properties, including 101 Lamb Street and 0 Gardner Street
• Discussion on updating the fee schedule and stormwater refresher training from HWG, Inc.

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss a construction update for the Attleboro High School project and consider approval of invoices totaling $139,472.43 from Skanska, KBA, and Consigli. They will also approve the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024
• Construction update for Attleboro High School project
• Skanska invoice #1316825-000-15424-94 for $27,665.00
• KBA invoice #16027.00-89 for $12,120.50
• Consigli invoice #1950-62 for $99,686.93 (certified)

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will hold public hearings on a $500,000 loan for a PFAS pilot study at 1296 West Street, an amendment to handicapped parking on Bank Street, and the layout of Bolkum Lane and Dumont Way as public ways in the Viridian Meadows development. The council will also receive committee reports and discuss several open items, including a proposed inclusionary zoning ordinance and an electric vehicle charging station ordinance.

• Public hearing on $500,000 loan order for West Street Pilot Study (PFAS testing, engineering) at 1296 West Street
• Public hearing to amend handicapped parking on Bank Street (from 196 to 218 feet northerly of Park Street)
• Public hearing to layout Bolkum Lane as a public way (two phases: 641.56 ft and 537.84 ft) in Viridian Meadows
• Public hearing to layout Dumont Way as a public way (453.63 ft) in Viridian Meadows
• Committee reports on items such as inclusionary zoning, electric vehicle charging rates, and tree protection ordinance

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council will meet to review grant accounting and discuss upcoming priorities due in August. The body will also address a newsletter and a survey ending in July.

• Grant accounting review
• Discussion of priorities due in August
• Newsletter update
• Survey ending at the end of July

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the Dove Lane definitive subdivision. The board will also discuss procedural guidelines and various housing and zoning updates.

• Public hearing: Woodlark Development Corp. — 'DOVE LANE' Definitive Subdivision
• Discussion of $500,000 loan order for West Street Pilot Study at 1296 West Street
• Request for Phase 2 construction of 'PIKE ESTATES' subdivision
• Form B application for four-lot preliminary subdivision off Mason Street
• Executive session with City Solicitor Peter Mello regarding potential litigation

Youth Commission

The Attleboro Youth Commission is meeting to plan a diaper drive and discuss potential membership ideas. The agenda also includes treasurer reports and updates from mentors and parents.

• Planning of a diaper drive
• Discussion regarding membership ideas
• Treasurer report

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Attleboro Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct new public hearings for several special permit and variance applications. The board will also continue hearings for Green River Cannabis Co., Inc. and Laurel Knoll Land Trust. Administrative tasks include electing officers and appointing a clerk.

• New public hearing for appeal at 275 Smith Street
• Special permit applications for 29 Carpenter Street and 220 O’Neil Boulevard
• Continued hearing for Green River Cannabis Co., Inc. at 707 Newport Avenue
• Notice of violation regarding a fence at 26 Carpenter Street
• Request to withdraw application for Laurel Knoll Land Trust

Municipal Building Commission

The Municipal Building Commission will review invoices for payment and receive updates on Water Department projects, including the Pawtucket State Interconnect and Wading River PFAS projects. The commission will also discuss the Library Carpet Project and a Clerk of the Works contract update.

• Invoice for Public Safety Feasibility OPM services through Jan 31, 2024
• Update on Pawtucket State Interconnect project
• Update on Wading River Temporary PFAS Project
• Update on Wading River Permanent PFAS project
• Discussion of Library Carpet Project

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners will hold a regular monthly meeting to provide office updates and discuss 2024 election information. The agenda consists of high-level procedural items and does not list specific new business or contracts.

• 2024 election updates
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold new public hearings for several Notices of Intent and requests for permits. The meeting also includes continued hearings for previously submitted applications and a review of multiple enforcement orders.

• New public hearing for Potomac Capital Advisors at 45 South Main Street
• New public hearing for Attleboro Land Trust, Inc. on Morse Avenue
• Continued hearing for DuVally & Gregory Investments, LLC at Rocklawn Avenue and Powder House Road
• Review of enforcement orders for properties including Colvin Street and 101 Lamb Street
• Discussion regarding fee schedule updates

Youth Commission

The Attleboro Youth Commission will review the treasurer report and approve meeting minutes. The commission also plans to discuss ideas for a diaper drive and potential membership changes.

• Planning a diaper drive
• Discussion of membership ideas
• Treasurer report

Attleboro Housing Authority

The Attleboro Housing Authority will review financial reports and approve a check warrant for $481,232.01. The board will also discuss management updates regarding the non-smoking initiative and the Westport Housing Authority agreement. Additionally, officers for Fiscal Year 2025 will be elected.

• Approval of Check Warrant #384 totaling $481,232.01
• Update on roll out of non-smoking initiative
• Westport Housing Authority Management Agreement update
• Election of Board Officers for Fiscal Year 2025
• Hillcrest Oaks and Family Sites LTO Report

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Special Meeting of the Attleboro Municipal Council scheduled for June 26, 2024, was cancelled. The meeting's purpose was to address FY2024 end-of-year votes needed by June 30, 2024.

School Building Committee

The committee will receive a construction update for the Attleboro High School project and consider approving Change Order #35 regarding contingency and allowance credit. The meeting also includes reviewing May 15, 2024 minutes and processing vendor payments.

• Attleboro High School construction update
• Approval of Change Order #35 for initial contingency and allowance credit
• CB Seating payment of $170,809.59
• Red Thread payment of $15,540.28

Attleboro Municipal Council

The special meeting of the Attleboro Municipal Council scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The meeting was originally intended to address FY2024 end-of-year votes needed by June 30, 2024.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

Council on Human Rights

The Council will approve minutes from April and May 2024 meetings. The agenda includes discussions regarding an advisory report, the Harmony Fiesta, and a meeting with BSA re: AHS Assembly. Members will also review recent community events including Attleboro Pride and Juneteenth.

• WS Advisory Report
• Meeting w BSA re: AHS Assembly
• Harmony Fiesta
• Review of updated incident form following Bylaws passage
• Guest presentation by Eternal Parenting

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is considering multiple applications for one-day permits to serve alcoholic beverages at various local organizations and events. These requests include single-day licenses for the Capron Park Zoo, Skyroc Brewery, and the Portuguese American Club. The board will also review an application regarding outdoor alcohol service alterations.

• One-day wine/malt beverage licenses for Friends of Capron Park Zoo and Murray Unitarian Universalist Church
• One-day all-alcohol license for Skytober Fest at Skyroc Brewery LLC
• Two one-day wine/malt beverage licenses for Attleboro Arts Museum
• Alcohol licenses for Portuguese American Club, Inc. fundraisers and barbecue
• Application for outdoor alcoholic beverage service alterations

Attleboro Retirement Board

The board will review retirement system investment updates and correspondence. The agenda covers routine administrative items such as retirements, new member enrollments, and monthly expenses.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• New Member Enrollments
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant
• Refund Applications & Transfers
• Notices of Injury

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to finalize the Solar PILOT program and receive updates on personal property inspections. The board will also review journals for motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemptions. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions regarding a job vacancy and changes to office hours.

• Solar PILOT finalization and authorization
• Review of motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption journals
• Update on personal property inspections
• Discussion of a job vacancy
• Proposed alteration of City Assessor's business hours

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council has called a special meeting to conduct votes required for the end of fiscal year 2024. These votes must be completed by June 30, 2024.

• FY2024 end-of-year votes

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will review various committee reports and pending city items. Discussions include environmental studies, zoning changes for new public ways, and several departmental budget transfers.

• $500,000 loan for the 1296 West St PFAS Pilot Study
• Proposed layout of portions of Bolkum Lane and Dumont Way as public ways
• Transfer of $20,000 to pay for City Solicitor invoices
• Amendment to add electric vehicle charging station regulations to city ordinances
• Acceptance of a 5.9-acre land donation for open space

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will elect officers and review updates on GATRA/FTA grants and MBTA partnerships. The board will also consider a property conveyance for 7299 County Street and approve a $3,633.00 invoice from BerryDunn.

• Property conveyance for 7299 County Street
• $3,633.00 BerryDunn invoice payment
• GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant update
• Transit-Oriented Development District RFQ update
• MBTA/ARA Partnership update

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will hold elections for officers and review several project updates. These updates include information on GATRA/FTA grants, transit-oriented development, and the MBTA/ARA partnership. No bills or invoices were reported as of the meeting period.

• Election of officers
• GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant update
• Transit-Oriented Development RFQ update
• MBTA/ARA Partnership update
• ARA Strategic Plan update

Recreation Commission

The agenda consists of standard procedural items and reports. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in this document.

Recreation Commission

The provided agenda for the Attleboro Recreation Commission consists of standard procedural topics. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in this document.

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings for several new resource area permits and notices of intent. The agenda also includes reviewing enforcement orders and discussing the Holden Street canoe launch renovation project.

• New public hearings for Laurel Knoll Land Trust at 0 MacDonald Lane
• Notice of Intent and Low Impact Riverway Permit for 14 Lake Shore Drive
• Review of enforcement orders for various properties including Colvin Street
• $25,000 earmark for Holden Street canoe launch renovations
• Update to the commission fee schedule

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting includes a list of pending applications for special permits and variances. These cases involve various properties throughout Attleboro, including 11 Glen Street and O’Neil Boulevard.

• Special Permit and Variance at 86 Prospect Avenue (Case #5727)
• Special Permit for 1401 County Street (Case #5728)
• Special Permit and Variance for 15 North Main Street (Case #5708)
• Special Permit and Variance for O’Neil Boulevard (Case #5699)

Traffic Study Commission

The commission will review several requests for traffic safety improvements, including new crosswalks and stop signs. Proposals include studies for crosswalks at Commerce Way and Tiffany Road, as well as sidewalk improvements at South Main Street and Seanna Rd. The agenda also includes resident concerns regarding speeding on North Main Street.

• Study of pedestrian crosswalks at 1400 Commerce Way and Commerce Way/Tiffany Road
• Proposal for RRFB, painted crosswalk, and sidewalk completion at South Main Street and Seanna Rd
• Request for a stop sign at the end of Steeplechase Circle
• Request for stop signs at both ends of Mohawk Lane
• Report of speeding on North Main Street at Holcott Street lights

Election Commission

The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and office updates. The board will also discuss 2024 election updates.

• 2024 election updates
• Office update

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will discuss several committee items, including a $500,000 appropriation for library reconstruction. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding updated fees for the List of Persons Book. Other topics include solar facility agreements and new public way layouts.

• $500,000 appropriation from the General Fund for library carpet project
• PILOT agreement with No Fossil Fuel, LLC for 179 Peckham St. solar facility
• Public hearing regarding updated fees for the List of Persons Book
• $500,000 loan for a PFAS pilot study at 1296 West St.
• Layout of portions of Bolkum Lane as public ways

Park Commission

The Park Commission will review zoo and park reports alongside several permit requests for local events. These include athletic meets in Highland Park, a wedding in Presidents Garden, and gatherings at the Newell Shelter. The meeting also includes discussions regarding disc golf and a monument.

• Permits for MSTCA Relay Meet and Bishop Feehan Cross Country meets in Highland Park
• Wedding ceremony permit for Presidents Garden
• Event permits for Newell Shelter
• Discussion regarding disc golf
• Discussion regarding GWOK Monument

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council meeting focuses on administrative tasks including grant accounting and minutes approval. The council will also discuss content and volunteer leadership for a potential new newsletter.

• Grant accounting review
• Newsletter content and volunteer discussion
• Approval of May 20, 2024 minutes
• Survey progress update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for the “DOVE LANE” subdivision and the Sturdy Memorial Foundation project at 0 O’Neil Boulevard. The board also reviewed correspondence regarding a $500,000.00 loan order for engineering and testing for the West Street Pilot Study.

• Public hearing for Woodlark Development Corp.’s “DOVE LANE” subdivision
• Site plan review for Sturdy Memorial Foundation at 0 O’Neil Boulevard
• $500,000.00 loan order for the West Street Pilot Study at 1296 West Street
• Review of Nodnem Development, LLC application at 0 Mendon Road

Planning Board

The Subdivision Committee is reviewing a deadline for the “Dove Lane” Definitive Subdivision Plan. This item involves Woodlark Development Corp. and carries a June 30, 2024, deadline.

• Woodlark Development Corp. “DOVE LANE” Definitive Subdivision Plan deadline

School Committee

The committee will vote on the FY25 operating budget and several contract approvals. The agenda also includes a strategic plan update and reports from the Finance & Budget Subcommittee. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• Motion to approve the $103,927,307.00 FY25 operating budget
• Three-year contract for grounds and athletic field maintenance with E.D, Liston Landscaping
• Food services contract for FY25 with Whitsons Nutrition, LLC
• 48-month lease agreement with Konica Minolta for eight copy machines
• $2,000 donation from the Attleboro Elks for AHS Unified Track

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Attleboro Zoning Board of Appeals will hold new public hearings for several special permit and variance requests. The board will also continue reviews for existing applications, including those for 707 Newport Avenue and 15 North Main Street. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of officers and appointment of a clerk.

• New public hearing: Laurel Knoll Land Trust at 0 MacDonald Lane and Clifton Street
• New public hearing: 86 Prospect Avenue (Case #5727)
• Continued hearing: Green River Cannabis Co., Inc. at 707 Newport Avenue
• Continued hearing: Fifteen NM Realty, LLC at 15 North Main Street
• Election of officers and appointment of a clerk

Youth Commission

The Attleboro Youth Commission will hold elections and collect member contact information. The meeting also includes treasurer reports and a discussion of previous meeting topics.

• Elections
• Collection of contact information
• Treasurer report
• Approval of minutes

Attleboro Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a discussion regarding the Director's evaluation. The agenda also includes a presentation by Rockland Trust and updates on strategic planning and signage.

• Rockland Trust presentation
• Director Evaluation Discussion
• Strategic Planning update
• Sign Update
• Finance committee report

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors will review the Director’s Report covering building, community, funding, and programs. The meeting also includes updates from the Friends Report and discussion regarding Mayor Cathleen DeSimone.

• Director's Report on building, community, funding, and programs
• Friends Report update including TRIAD partnership and events
• Conflict of Interest Training
• New business involving Mayor Cathleen DeSimone

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Personnel Committee will consider several personnel appointments and fund transfers. This includes an appointment to the Cultural Council and amendments to city ordinances. The committee will also review transfers for labor negotiations and retirement payments.

• Appointment of Kiehana Channer to the Cultural Council
• $16,385.43 transfer from City Reserve to Recreation for a retirement payment
• $15,702 CDBG expenditure for an Outreach/SHINE Counselor
• $178,551.86 in transfers for labor negotiations and compensated absence
• Addition of a Zoo Curator position to the Park & Forestry Dept.

Hill Roberts Elementary School

The Hill Roberts Elementary School Council is meeting to make revisions to the draft of the 2025-2027 School Improvement Plan. The council will also review teacher-family communication templates.

• Revisions to the 2025-2027 School Improvement Plan
• Review of teacher-family communication templates

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will review various items currently open in several committees. A public hearing is scheduled regarding fee amendments for the List of Persons Book. Other committee items include discussions on infrastructure loans, library funding, and zoning changes.

• Public hearing on amending fees for the List of Persons Book
• $500,000 loan for a PFAS Pilot Study at 1296 West St
• $500,000 appropriation from the General Fund for Library Reconstruction
• New Class II license application for Rt 1 Automotive at 883 Washington St
• $62,500 in ARPA funds for Fire Department repairs and upgrades

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is reviewing applications for one-day licenses to serve wine and malt beverages. These requests involve events at 44 Peck Street and 505 N. Main Street.

• One-day license request from Seafood & Cones, LLC for June 13 at 44 Peck Street
• One-day license request from Murray Unitarian Universalist Church, Inc. for June 22

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will review status updates on a Transit-Oriented Development District request for qualifications, an FTA improvement grant, and an MBTA partnership. Members will also approve minutes from the May 21 session and receive a strategic plan update. These items track ongoing transit funding and redevelopment planning for the city.

• Approve minutes from the May 21, 2024 regular session
• Review GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant status
• Review Transit-Oriented Development District RFQ status
• Review MBTA/ARA Partnership status
• Receive ARA Strategic Plan update

Youth Commission

The commission will conduct elections and collect contact information for members. The meeting also includes treasurer and minutes reports, as well as updates from mentors and parents.

• Elections
• Treasurer report
• Approval of minutes
• Mentor update

Historical Commission

The commission will review reports regarding schoolhouse conditions and burial grounds. The meeting also includes updates on the Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, and Smokestack Replica projects.

• Schoolhouse Conditions report
• Switch Tower update
• Depot Canopy update
• Smokestack Replica project
• South Attleboro Historic Neighborhood

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct new public hearings for permit applications and review requests for certificates of compliance. The agenda also includes several enforcement orders and correspondence regarding solar project tree cutting plans. Additionally, staff reported a $25,000 earmark secured for Holden Street canoe launch renovations.

• New public hearings for RDA and NOI applications
• Tree cutting plan review for Attleboro Landfill Solar Project at 179 Peckham Street
• $25,000 earmark secured for Holden Street canoe launch renovations
• Enforcement orders for properties on Colvin Street and Lamb Street

School Committee

The Finance and Budget Subcommittee will review monthly budget reports and an MSBA update. The committee will also consider awarding a bid for grounds and facilities maintenance and approving the food services contract for FY25.

• Approval of Food Services Contract for FY25
• Awarding of Maintenance of Grounds & Facilities bid
• Review of Monthly Budget Reports
• MSBA Update
• Prior Year Invoice Approval

Municipal Building Commission

The Municipal Building Commission will consider several project invoices for payment, including costs for the Pawtucket-Attleboro Waterline Interconnection. The meeting also includes updates on Wading River PFAS projects and a final presentation of the Public Safety Feasibility Study draft report.

• Approval of Pawtucket-Attleboro Waterline Interconnection invoices ($725,896.25 and $77,103.34)
• Review of Wading River WTP design and construction administration invoices
• Final presentation of the Public Safety Feasibility Study draft report
• Discussion regarding the Library Carpet Project

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission will review minutes from May 2024 meetings. Discussion items include updates on the Grant Committee, an accessible hike, and Civic Engagement Day. The agenda also includes new member inquiries and community reports.

• Update from Grant Committee
• Accessible Hike discussion
• Civic Engagement Day update
• Review of May 2024 meeting minutes

Attleboro Municipal Council

The council will conduct public hearings regarding changes to city ordinances and the classification plan. Committee reports also include pending requests for budget transfers related to snow removal, public safety, and infrastructure maintenance.

• Public hearing to amend Section 2-8.1 of the Revised Ordinances
• Public hearing to add a "Zoo Curator" position to the Classification Plan
• Appropriation of $425,183.61 for snow and ice accounts
• Authorization of $62,500 in ARPA funds for Fire Department repairs
• License applications for Pinku at 9 Park Street and Skyroc Brewery on Riverbank Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a subdivision for Woodlark Development Corp. and a site plan review at O’Neil Boulevard. The agenda also includes discussions on street acceptance for Viridian Meadows and updates to procedural guidelines.

• Public hearing: Woodlark Development Corp. “DOVI: LANI:” definitive subdivision
• Site plan review: Sturdy Memorial Foundation at O’Neil Boulevard
• Street acceptance for Bolkum Lane and Dumont Way in Viridian Meadows
• Update to Planning Board procedural guidelines

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Finance Committee will discuss all upcoming votes and the budget message intended for the administration. The meeting focuses on preparing these communications.

• Discussion of upcoming votes and the budget message to the administration

Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee

The committee is meeting to review the Treasurer's report on fund activity and balances. Members will discuss updates to website comments and the timing of social media and Sun Chronicle announcements. The meeting includes preparation for a Council presentation scheduled for June 11, 2024.

• Approval of March 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s Report on fund activity and balance
• Discussion of website comments and suggestions
• Planning for June 11, 2024 Council presentation

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss solar Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) negotiations. The board will also review and sign journals for motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemptions, commitments, and abatements.

• Solar PILOT negotiations
• Review and signing of motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property journals
• Executive session to discuss abatements and exemptions

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will review requests for new, renewed, and one-day alcohol licenses. The body is also considering a change of manager for BJ’s Wholesale Club and an alteration of premises for Morin’s, Inc.

• New Common Victualer All Alcohol License request for Tavern in the Square at 228 Washington Street
• Farmer’s Market Winery License requests for Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery and House Bear Brewing, LLC
• One Day Licenses for Zahara Cannabis (July 20) and Attleboro Arts Museum (July 27 and September 7)
• Common Victualer License renewal for Dels at 775 Washington St.
• Alteration of premises request for Morin’s, Inc. at 16 South Main Street

Attleboro Municipal Council

The council is discussing various financial transfers, including funding for snow removal and police equipment. The meeting also covers proposed updates to city hall hours and several license applications for local businesses.

• Appropriation of $425,183.61 from free cash to cover FY24 snow/ice deficits
• Proposed solid waste fee of $325 and a bag fee of $2.50
• Transfer of $30,000 for 20 new portable police radios
• Proposed change to City Hall hours: M-W-TH 8a-4:30p, Tue 8a-6p, Fri 8a-12p
• Request for a Special Act to change City Treasurer and City Collector to appointed positions

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board will meet to discuss investment updates and process administrative member actions. The board will review retirements, new enrollments, and refund applications.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• Retirements and New Member Enrollments
• Notices of Injury
• Refund Applications & Transfers
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant

Attleboro Municipal Council

The scheduled meeting of the Attleboro Municipal Council Finance Committee for May 23, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda originally intended to cover discussions with department heads and work on a budget message.

• The May 23, 2024, Finance Committee meeting was cancelled.

Attleboro Municipal Council

The IT & Infrastructure Committee will address a time-sensitive request from the administration regarding MIS funds for a software upgrade. No other specific items are listed on the agenda.

• Request for MIS funds for a software upgrade

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposed amendment to the City Charter to change the Treasurer and Collector positions from elected to appointed. Other items include discussions on increasing solid waste bag fees and reviewing the rubbish and recycling abatement process. The meeting also includes reviews of various committee reports.

• Proposed amendment to the City Charter regarding the appointment of City Treasurer and City Collector
• Proposed $2.50 per bag fee for solid waste effective July 1, 2024
• Public hearing for Skyroc Brewery to serve alcohol on City Property on June 9, 2024
• Appropriation of $656,878 of free cash to reduce the Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Levy
• Establishment of a PFAS Water Stabilization Fund

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Public Works Committee will address administration requests regarding repairs to Briggs Pool. The committee may also discuss other public works items.

• Briggs Pool repair requests

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority will meet to discuss updates on several transit and municipal projects. The body will also review the status of the ARA Strategic Plan.

• GATRA / FTA improvement Grant update
• MBTA Memo of Agreement update
• Municipal Lien Certificate/Form A update
• RFQ update
• ARA Strategic Plan update

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council will meet to review grant accounting and the status of a survey. The body will also discuss next steps for a new logo and related printed items.

• Grant accounting review
• Discussion of new logo and printed items
• Status update on survey
• Approval of March 18, 2024 minutes

School Committee

The Attleboro School Committee will consider a three-year contract with CELT/Integrity Learning Solutions Inc. and review several policy edits and new adoptions. The body will also vote on job descriptions for various technology and medical roles.

• Contract for CELT/Integrity Learning Solutions Inc. for a three-year period with two one-year renewal options
• Adoption of policies EFE: Civil Rights Complaint, GBE: Nutrition Programs, G BEE: Personnel Use of Technology, JICJ: Student Cellphones, and KDC: Community Use of Digital Resources
• Approval of job descriptions for Help Desk Technician, Technology Administrator, Assistant Technology Administrator, Network Technician, Technology Support Specialist, School Nurse Leader, and School Physician
• Donation of $31.43 from Panera Bread to the National Honor Society
• Donation of $40.00 from Rene White for student lunch balances

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding subdivision plans and a major project site plan review. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss potential litigation strategy with the City Solicitor.

• Major Project Site Plan Review for Sturdy Memorial Foundation at 0 O’Neil Boulevard
• Definitive Subdivision Plan Rescission for R.K. Attleboro, LLC
• Definitive Subdivision Plan for Woodlark Development Corp
• Executive session with City Solicitor Peter Mello regarding potential imminent litigation
• Update to Planning Board’s procedural guidelines

Traffic Study Commission

The commission is discussing the installation of crosswalks and safety signals at multiple locations. The body is reviewing requests from the Mayor and City Council for studies and recommendations on pedestrian safety.

• Proposed crosswalks at 1400 Commerce Way
• Proposed crosswalk at the intersection of Commerce Way and Tiffany Road
• Proposed RRFB, painted crosswalk, and ADA sidewalk compliance at South Main Street and Seanna Rd
• Review of signal or crosswalk needs at Slater Street, Pass Farm Rd, and Avalon Dr
• Request for lighted flashing crosswalk signs on Tiffany by Commerce Way

Human Rights Council

The Council is meeting to review past events and plan for upcoming June activities. Discussions include council membership, bylaws, and scheduling for Juneteenth and Pride Month events.

• Review of Spring Fling and Annual Wheelchair Stroll
• Discussion of Council Membership and Bylaws
• Planning for Pride Month events on June 2, 8, 10, and 22
• Proposed move of June meeting date to the 12th or 26th
• Review of Rotary Club speech

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board of Directors will meet to review the Director's and Friends reports. The agenda consists of procedural items and general business.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new and continued public hearings for various land use projects. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance and a list of enforcement orders for multiple properties.

• Public hearings for projects at Rocklawn Avenue & Powder House Road, 16 Windsor Drive, 29 & 36 K-Marie Drive, and 21 Doral Lane
• Stormwater Management Plans for Sturdy Memorial Hospital and Green River Cannabis Company
• Enforcement orders for 10 properties, including Attleboro DPW at 101 Lamb Street
• Holden Street canoe launch renovations with a $25,000.00 earmark
• Proposed update to the fee schedule

School Committee

The Infrastructure & Facilities Subcommittee will meet to discuss IT infrastructure and provide an update on MSBA/Capital Improvement Projects. The committee will also vote on the approval of minutes from February 14, 2024.

• IT infrastructure discussion
• MSBA/Capital Improvement Projects update
• Approval of February 14, 2024 minutes

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will meet to receive a construction update on Attleboro High School. The committee will also review and process vendor payments totaling $231,530.51.

• Payment to Skanska: $64,660.00
• Payment to KBA: $48,483.00
• Payment to Consigli: $138,349.51
• Payment to Briggs: $38.00
• Attleboro High School construction update

Park Commission

The Park Commission is meeting to review and approve various event permits for city parks and public spaces. The body will also discuss the design for the Global War on Terror Memorial at Memorial Common.

• Permits for Attleboro Public Library events at Lloyd G. Balfour Riverwalk
• Permits for weddings at Hagopian Walk and Anderson Rose Garden
• Permits for events at Capron Park Newell Shelter
• Permits for cross country meets and practice at Mark Coogan Course at Highland Park
• Global War on Terror Memorial Design at Memorial Common

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council is holding public hearings regarding the proposed FY2025 Budget and Water and Wastewater Enterprise Budgets. The session includes discussions on proposed increases to solid waste, water, and wastewater fees.

• Proposed $325.00 annual solid waste fee ($25 increase)
• Proposed water fee of $7.19 per 100 c.f. ($1.20 increase)
• Proposed residential wastewater fee of $11.81 per 100 c.f.
• Proposed industrial wastewater fee of $13.29 per 100 c.f.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and discuss personal property valuation and solar PILOT negotiations. Members will review and sign journals for motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemptions, commitments, and abatements. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss specific abatements and exemptions.

• Solar PILOT negotiations
• Personal property valuation
• Review and signing of real estate and personal property abatements
• Review and signing of motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption and commitment journals
• SRPEDD

Election Commission

The Board of Election Commissioners is meeting to provide office updates and discuss 2024 election updates. The agenda also includes time for public comment and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 2024 election updates
• Office update

Hill Roberts Elementary School

The School Council will meet to discuss suggested edits to the 2025-2027 School Improvement Plan. Members will also review school-based budget priorities for the end of the year.

• Revisions to Draft 2025-2027 School Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Review of end-of-year school-based budget priorities

Human Rights Council

The Council is holding a special meeting to coordinate logistics for several Pride events in June. Discussions include speaker and vendor confirmation for Attleboro Pride and scheduling for other regional events.

• Attleboro Pride on June 2
• Seekonk Pride on June 8
• Queer Lit Night at the APL on June 10 from 6-8pm
• North Attleboro Pride on June 22
• Social media updates

School Committee

The Policy and Personnel Subcommittee is reviewing several administrative policies to align with MASC standards. The meeting also includes a review of various school handbooks and several IT and healthcare-related job descriptions.

• Review of Civil Rights Complaint Policy for Child Nutrition Programs
• Review of Personnel Use of Technology and Digital Resource policies
• Review of School Superintendent contract and administration policies
• Review of SC Transportation Policy
• Review of job descriptions for IT staff, School Nurse Leader, and School Physician

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Finance Committee will hold a series of scheduled budget meetings with various city department heads. The agenda includes reviews for citywide finance, human resources, education, and parks.

• Mayor’s Office and Citywide Finance budget meetings
• Treasurer and Debt Service budget meetings
• Human Resources budget meeting
• Education and Recreation Department budget meetings
• Animal Control, Parks, Forestry, and Capron Park Zoo budget meetings

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Attleboro Retirement Board is meeting to discuss consulting services for a temporary employee. The board may also enter executive session to discuss personnel issues, medical record reviews, and disabilities.

• Discussion of consulting services for a temporary employee

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a new public hearing for a cannabis company and continue several hearings regarding special permits and variances. Multiple requests from Sturdy Memorial Hospital and its foundation are on the agenda.

• New public hearing: Green River Cannabis Co., Inc. at 707 Newport Avenue (Case #5718)
• Continued hearing: Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Inc. at O’Neil Boulevard (Case #5699)
• Continued hearing: Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Inc. at 59 Gardner Street (Case #5720)
• Continued hearing: Sturdy Memorial Foundation at 211 Park Street (Case #5721)
• Continued hearing: Fifteen NM Realty, LLC at 15 North Main Street (Case #5708)

Planning Board

The Subdivision Committee will review a definitive street extension plan submitted by Kings and Castle Group, Inc. This item is subject to a deadline of May 15, 2024.

• Middie Street Extension Definitive Street Extension Plan

Attleboro Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the current Strategic Plan update and a draft of the budget. Other discussion items include security updates, director evaluation updates, and revised social networking and collection development policies.

• Strategic Plan Update
• Budget draft
• Security Update
• Director Evaluation Update
• Revised Social Networking and Collection Development Summary

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a street extension and a subdivision plan. The board will also review a major project site plan for the Sturdy Memorial Foundation.

• Middle Street Extension Definitive Street Extension Plan (Kings and Castle Group, Inc.)
• Dove Lane Definitive Subdivision Plan (Woodlark Development Corp.)
• Major Project Site Plan Review for Sturdy Memorial Foundation at 0 O’Neil Boulevard
• Form A Plan for Lot 18 Brigham Hill Road (W.B Construction & Development, Inc)
• Vote to rescind and revote release of funds for Viridian Meadows, Phase I to $129,989.78

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council is reviewing several public hearings and committee reports. Items include changes to city employee classifications and new business license applications. The council will also consider adjustments to water, wastewater, and solid waste fees for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Appropriating $656,878 of free cash to reduce the Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Levy
• Public hearing regarding adding a Licensed Social Worker to the Exempt Classification Plan
• Proposed increase of solid waste fee to $325
• New Class II license application from RT 1 Automotive Inc at 883 Washington Street
• Expenditure of $37,572 in ARPA funds for flood mitigation equipment

School Committee

The Teaching & Learning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates to instructional materials and review processes. The body will address transitions for reading grants and curriculum reviews for early elementary grades.

• HQIM update regarding transition to new grant for reading grades 3-6
• Math curriculum review process for K-2
• SOA - ELE - English 3D
• PAR - Peer Assistance Review

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to accept several private donations for students and equipment. The body will also receive a report from the Chairman regarding the May 1 Finance & Budget Subcommittee meeting.

• Donation of $86.27 from BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. to the Class of 2025
• Donation of $570.00 from JM of Attleboro LLC to the National Honor Society
• Donation of a Heartsine Samaritan PAD 450P AED and subscription (estimated value $1,830.85) to Thacher Elementary School

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review reports on schoolhouse conditions and burial grounds. The body will discuss ongoing business regarding the Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, and Smokestack Replica, as well as upcoming Preservation Awards on May 16, 2024.

• Preservation Awards scheduled for May 16, 2024
• Discussion of Switch Tower, Depot Canopy, and Smokestack Replica
• Review of schoolhouse conditions
• Discussion of Downtown Plan
• Capron Display at Casino

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to review minutes from April 2024 and discuss ongoing projects. The body will provide updates on accessibility initiatives and city planning efforts.

• 2024 Wheelchair Stroll
• City Comprehensive Plan
• Crosswalk mapping
• Accessible Hike
• Cultural District and Restaurant Week

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new and continued public hearings for various property projects. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance and address several enforcement orders.

• New public hearings for 80 Smith Street and 29 & 36 K-Marie Drive
• Continued hearings for Sturdy Memorial Hospital (0 O’Neil Boulevard) and Green River Cannabis Company (707 Newport Avenue)
• Discussion of $25,000 earmark for Holden Street canoe launch renovations
• Review of enforcement orders for multiple properties including 101 Lamb Street and 116 Leedham Street
• Proposed update to the fee schedule

School Committee

The Finance and Budget Subcommittee is meeting to review redistricting and monthly budget reports. The body will consider rental agreements for ABACUS and SMARTS for fiscal year 2025. Members will also address budget transfers to close out the 2025 fiscal year.

• Redistricting
• Monthly Budget Reports
• FY25 rental agreement for ABACUS
• FY25 rental agreement for SMARTS
• Budget transfers to close out Fiscal Year 2025

Municipal Building Commission

The Commission is meeting to vote on invoices for water department projects and a facility feasibility study. The body will also receive updates on the Public Safety Feasibility Study and water interconnect projects.

• Payment of $87,150.00 to Council on Aging for Assessment and Facility Feasibility Study
• Payment of $599,000.00 to Biszko Building Systems, Inc. for Wading River Emergency PFAS Treatment Project
• Update on Pawtucket Water Interconnect
• Update on Wading River Temporary PFAS
• Update on Public Safety Feasibility Study

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Finance Committee will hold budget meetings with several municipal department heads, including Accounting, Building Inspection, and the Public Library. The agenda is procedural and lists only scheduled discussions without detailing specific proposals or funding changes. These sessions review departmental spending plans that determine how city funds are allocated to local services.

• This agenda is procedural and lists only scheduled budget meetings.
• No specific contracts, rezonings, fee changes, or ordinances are detailed.

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council is holding a public meeting regarding flooding issues in Ward 1. Potential speakers include the Mayor, Department of Public Works, and Director of Planning and Development.

• Public discussion regarding flooding in Ward 1

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to review pending special permit applications. The board is tracking deadlines for two specific corporate applicants.

• Special Permit application for Flagship Investestments Corp. at 40 Forest Street (Case #5725)
• Special Permit application for Maruti Wellness, LLC at 266 Washington Street (Case #5684)

Attleboro Housing Authority

The Board will meet to review the March 28, 2024 minutes and Warrant #382. The meeting includes a presentation from the Attleboro Department of Health regarding a no-smoking policy.

• Attleboro Department of Health presentation on no-smoking policy implementation
• Review of Warrant #382
• Report from Attleboro Tenants Association regarding Hillcrest Oaks and 705 Family Sites

Attleboro Retirement Board

The Board will review retirement system investment updates and correspondence. The agenda includes processing retirements, new member enrollments, injury notices, and refund applications.

• Retirement System Investment Updates
• Retirements
• New Member Enrollments
• Notices of Injury
• Monthly Expenses & Warrant

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider several requests regarding liquor licenses, including outdoor seating for Skyroc Brewery LLC and a seasonal winery license for Blisspoint Meadery. The board will also review manager changes, one-day event licenses, and the relocation of Stateline Shop Smoke Shop & Lottery.

• Manager change for Mormax Corporation d/b/a Bu’s Wholesale Club at 287 Washington Street
• Outdoor seating alteration for Skyroc Brewery LLC at 11 Riverbank Road
• One Day License for Skyroc Brewery LLC on June 9, 2024
• One Day License for Yankee Spirits, Inc. on August 25, 2024
• Farmer Winery License for Blisspoint, LLC at Attleboro Farmer’s Market

Liquor Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is meeting to consider manager changes, premise alterations, and one-day event licenses. The board will also review the status of a business relocation and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Manager change request for BJ’s Wholesale Club at 287 Washing Street
• Request for outdoor seating at Skyrock Brewery LLC, 11 Riverbank Road
• One Day License for Skyrock Brewery LLC on June 9, 2024
• One Day License for Yankee Spirits, Inc. at 328G Washington Street on August 25, 2024
• Relocation status of Stateline Shop Smoke Shop & Lottery to 1099 Washington Street

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Attleboro Municipal Council will hold a special meeting to receive presentations from the administration. The session focuses on the proposed FY25 General Funds Budget and the proposed FY25 Water and Wastewater Enterprise Funds Budgets.

• Presentation of FY25 Proposed General Funds Budget
• Presentation of FY25 Proposed Water and Wastewater Enterprise Funds Budget

Attleboro Cultural Council

The Attleboro Cultural Council is meeting to review grant accounting and discuss the Spring Fling event. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting.

• Grant accounting review
• Spring Fling event logistics (10am-2:30pm)
• Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding School Choice. The meeting also includes reports on the FY25 Budget and the Superintendent's report.

• Public hearing on School Choice
• FY25 Budget report
• Cash donation of $1,127.81 for High School Drama Club
• Payment of $16.80 from Bay State Textiles to Hill-Roberts
• Field trip proposal for 140 8th grade Brennan students to Six Flags on June 7, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting public hearings for street extensions and subdivision plans. The board will also consider a request to amend the city's sign ordinance and review site plans for a medical foundation project.

• Major Project Site Plan Review for Sturdy Memorial Foundation at 0 O’Neil Boulevard
• Middle Street Extension Plan by Kings and Castle Group, Inc.
• Application by ten registered voters to amend §17-6.0 SIGNS
• Proposed final release of performance bonds for Viridian Meadows Phase I ($129,989.79) and Phase II ($105,706.36)
• Definitive Subdivision Plan for Woodlark Development Corp.

Planning Board

The Subdivision Committee is meeting to address a deadline regarding a street extension plan. The board is reviewing a submission from Kings and Castle Group, Inc.

• Kings and Castle Group, Inc. — 'MIDDLE STREET EXTENSION' Definitive Street Extension Plan deadline of 5/1/24

Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to accept minutes and hold a public forum. The agenda includes reports on leagues and the Director's report, alongside old and new business.

• Accept Minutes
• Public Forum
• Leagues discussion
• Director’s Report

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee is meeting to receive a construction update on the Attleboro High School project. The body will review bills and payments and discuss other project costs for submission to the MSBA.

• Payment to Skanska: $50,920.00
• Payment to KBA: $48,483.00
• Payment to Consigli (Astro Turf Retainage Released): $248,999.41
• Payment to Briggs (Testing Services): $241.50
• Payment to FedEx: $41.54

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors will meet to review the Director's and Friends reports. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and a section for new and old business.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is conducting public hearings for new and continuing applications, including requests for the Rust-Oleum Corp. and Anthony Properties. The body will also review enforcement orders for several local addresses and discuss a fee schedule update.

• New public hearing for Rust-Oleum Corp. at 113 Olive Street
• Holden Street canoe launch renovations with a $25,000.00 earmark
• Enforcement orders for properties including 101 Lamb Street and 179 Maple Street
• Update to the Commission Fee Schedule
• Elections for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary

Council on Human Rights

The Council is reviewing past activities such as World Water Day and planning for the Spring Fling event. Members are also coordinating an annual Wheelchair Stroll with the Commission on Disabilities.

• Spring Fling scheduled for April 20th
• Annual Wheelchair Stroll with Commission on Disabilities
• Review of World Water Day and Solid Waste department coordination
• Discussion regarding Council membership and bylaws

Municipal Building Commission

The Municipal Building Commission is meeting to vote on payments for water and roofing projects. The body will also review updates on the Pawtucket Water Interconnect and PFAS projects.

• Payment of $130,700.42 to Pawtucket Water Industries for Emergency Water System Interconnection
• Payment of $3,000.00 to Socotec for Police Roof design and administration
• Payments to Skanska for Willett Roof OPM Services totaling $15,995.00
• Review of Willett Window Wall Replacement Project bid award recommendation
• Discussion of change order for PFAS vessels on the Taunting River Temporary PFAS project

Park Commission

The Board of Directors will meet to review the Director's and Friends reports. The agenda consists of procedural items and a review of new and old business.

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Council will hold public hearings on a $35,181,000 loan for the Wading River Plant PFAS facility and an increase in maximum police officer staffing levels. Other agenda items include utility pole installations on Forest Street and dog license fee exemptions for certain residents.

• $35,181,000 loan order for permanent PFAS facility construction at the Wading River Plant
• Ordinance amendment to increase maximum police officer staffing from 70 to 85
• Petition by National Grid and Verizon to install poles and wires on Forest Street
• Dog license fee exemptions for service animals, disabled veterans, and seniors aged 70+
• $85,280 transfer for repair and painting of the Newell Shelter in Capron Park

Attleboro Municipal Council

The Rules & Procedures Committee will discuss public access to hearings and the Committee of the Whole. The committee is also working on a proposal for public participation in Council meetings. Additionally, members may consider suspending the Committee of the Whole portion of Council meetings during rule reviews.

• Public access to hearings and Committee of the Whole
• Proposal for public participation in Council meetings
• Suspension of the Committee of the Whole portion of Council meetings

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is conducting new and continued public hearings for various property applications. The board will review requests for special permits and variances for residential and commercial sites, including several locations associated with Sturdy Memorial Hospital.

• New special permit hearings for Sturdy Memorial Hospital and Foundation at 59 Gardner Street, 211 Park Street, 0 O’Neil Boulevard, 0 Pearl Street, and 49 Pearl Street
• Continued hearings for 15 North Main Street, 91 East Street, 754 Newport Avenue, and 76 Dennis Street
• Special permit hearing for Flag Investestments Corp. at 40 Forest Street
• Variance application for Jude Jacobs at 0 Middle Street
• Special permit hearing for Maruti Wellness, LLC at 266 Washington Street

Attleboro Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will receive updates on several ongoing projects and strategic planning. Discussion items include grant updates, a memorandum of agreement, and municipal lien certificates.

• GATRA / FTA Improvement Grant Update
• MBTA Memo of Agreement Update
• Survey Update
• Municipal Lien Certificate/Form A Update
• ARA Strategic Plan Update

Attleboro Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the treasurer's report and receive updates from the Director and Policy Committee. The meeting includes discussions on strategic planning and security.

• Strategic Planning update
• Security update
• Policy Committee report
• Treasurer's report