Westfield public meetings in 2021

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to approve previous minutes and receive updates on department projects and activities. The City Engineer will provide updates on ongoing city projects. The board will also sign schedules for bills payable.

• Approval of November 9, 2021 minutes
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects and activities
• City Engineer updates on ongoing projects
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission will discuss several land restoration projects and address potential violations. The body will also consider a request to waive a bond for a city culvert replacement project.

• Eversource access road restoration and stormwater management off Northwest Road
• Native sapling planting for restoration at 0 Timberswamp Road
• Enforcement violations at 33 Castle Hill Road, 300 Union Street, and 760 Granville Road
• Request to waive the bond for the Jack’s Brook Culvert Replacement at 112 City View Road
• Discussion of Wetland Ordinance Update and Tree Replacement Policy

Westfield Technical Academy

The Advisory Board is meeting to review shop progress and equipment. The body will also receive an update on a co-op questionnaire and cover letter.

• Update on co-op questionnaire and cover letter by Matt York
• Discussion of shop progress and shop equipment
• Vacancy for vice-chairman following the retirement of David Schenna

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission is meeting remotely to conduct an executive session. The session involves discussing strategy related to the pending legal matter D.V. Realty Group v. City of Westfield Conservation Commission.

• Executive session regarding litigation: D.V. Realty Group v. City of Westfield Conservation Commission

Westfield Technical Academy

The Culinary Arts Program Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the role of the committee and program needs. The group will review foodservice trends and the employment outlook.

• Discussion of program needs and wants
• Review of new trends in the foodservice area
• Discussion of employment outlook

Westfield Technical Academy

The Automotive Technology Advisory Committee is meeting to review program operations. The body will discuss curriculum, budget, and equipment, as well as compliance with ASE 2.5 year standards.

• Curriculum review
• Budget discussion
• Tools and equipment review
• ASE 2.5 year compliance review
• Employer needs survey

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting to conduct public hearings and meetings regarding land use applications. The body will also address enforcement violations and discuss updates to the wetland ordinance and tree replacement policy.

• Public hearing for mobile home park improvements at 898 Southampton Road
• Parking lot re-paving review at 231 East Main Street
• Tree and brush removal and fence addition at 40 Park Street
• Enforcement violations at 33 Castle Hill Road and 300 Union Street
• Discussion of wildlife impacts regarding the Servicestar Data Center

City Council Long Range Financial Overview Committee

The City Council Long Range Finance Committee is discussing bond financing projections and costs for a new elementary school. Members are reviewing five-year capital estimates, debt liabilities, and the impact of the Prop 2 1/2 Levy Ceiling. The body is exploring funding options, including the use of ARPA or ESSER funds and potential Debt Exclusion votes.

• New Elementary School Bond Review
• Discussion of five-year capital needs estimates
• Review of Prop 2 1/2 Levy position relative to Levy Ceiling
• Evaluation of ARPA and ESSER fund eligibility for school projects
• Potential Debt Exclusion votes for schools and Police Station

Westfield Technical Academy

The committee is meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget increase and recent technology upgrades. Members will review student recruitment for shop numbers and the status of Co-op employers.

• Fiscal year 2021-2022 budget increase
• Curriculum, software, and hardware upgrades
• Co-op employer suggestions
• Freshmen Exploratory review
• January mock interview volunteers

Westfield Technical Academy

The General Advisory Committee is meeting via Zoom to hear remarks from city and school leadership. The body will vote on the approval of 2020 meeting minutes and hold elections for PAC Chairs.

• Approval of 2020 meeting minutes
• Election of General Advisory Committee PAC Chairs

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee is meeting to discuss the reappointment of City Treasurer/Collector Matt Barnes. The proposed term for the position would expire on December 20, 2024.

• Reappointment request for City Treasurer/Collector Matt Barnes

Public Safety Communications Commission

The Public Safety Communications Commission is meeting to conduct regular business and receive a director's update. The body will consider the approval to appoint a part-time ETD position.

• Approval to appoint part-time ETD position

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss a plowing services request and vote on an authorized signature form for board members. The meeting includes a presentation on the Interchange 41 alteration concept and updates from the City Engineer.

• Interchange 41 alteration concept presentation
• Plowing services request for 33 Northwest Road
• Vote on Authorized Signature Form for Board Members
• Monthly report on department projects and activities
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for bank restoration and mobile home park improvements. The body will also address several enforcement violations and discuss a wetland ordinance update.

• Public hearing: Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Public hearing: Paving, waterlines, and stormwater management at 898 Southampton Road
• Enforcement reviews for 33 Castle Hill Road, 191 Servistar Industrial Way, 300 Union Street, and 88 Furrowtown Road
• Discussion on re-issuing Order of Conditions for Jack’s Brook Culvert Replacement at 112 City View Road
• Executive session regarding litigation in D.V. Realty Group v. City of Westfield Conservation Commission

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee is meeting to submit the appointment of one member to the Cultural Council and the reappointment of one member to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Appointment of Jay Ducharme to the Cultural Council (term expires October 2024)
• Reappointment of William Porter to the Community Preservation Committee (term expires July 2023)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings for several project applications including bank restoration and residential construction. The agenda also includes enforcement updates, discussions regarding potential violations, and a review of the Wetland Ordinance.

• Public Hearing: Bank Restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Public Hearing: Mobile Home Park Improvements at 898 Southampton Road
• Public Hearing: Single-family home construction at 92 Pequot Point Road
• Public Hearing: Drive-through restaurant building at 457 East Main Street and 0 South Meadow Road
• Public Meeting: Underground electrical conduit installation at 260 North Elm Street

Westfield Technical Academy

The advisory committee is meeting to review minutes and discuss shop progress and equipment. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and general business.

• Discussion of shop progress and shop equipment

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss a concept for altering Interchange 41. The meeting includes reports on department projects and updates from the City Engineer.

• Presentation of Interchange 41 alteration concept
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects and activities
• City Engineer updates on ongoing city projects
• Signing of Schedules for Bills Payable

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on several Notices of Intent and review an enforcement update. The body will also discuss a wetland ordinance update and representation on the new Master Plan Committee.

• Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Paving, waterlines, and stormwater management at 898 Southampton Road
• Request to remove 3 trees for electrical poles at 0 Russellville Road
• Construction of a single-family home at 92 Pequot Point Road
• Stream crossing construction update at 1223 East Mountain Road

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission will review several applications for work in protected areas, including riverbank restoration and mobile home park improvements. The body will also discuss jurisdictional status for a sedimentation basin and various certificates of compliance.

• Public hearing for bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Public hearing for paving and waterlines at 898 Southampton Road (Heritage Residents Association Inc.)
• Request to amend conditions for flood compensatory storage at 0 South Meadow Road
• Request to remove a garage and build a new one near Horse Pond at 137 Sander Road
• Ratification of emergency certification for a manhole structure replacement at 75 Ridgeway Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a stormwater management permit for the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission. The board will also vote on the adoption of an approved contractor's list.

• Stormwater Management Permit for clearwell and backwash pumping station at West Parish Filters on Granville Road
• Vote on adoption of approved contractor's list

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings and meetings to review several project applications affecting riverfront areas and buffer zones. The body will also discuss tree removals and ratify emergency road repairs performed by the Department of Public Works.

• Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Mobile home park improvements at 898 Southampton Road within the Arm Brook riverfront area
• Construction of a clearwell and pumping station at 1515 Granville Road near Cook Brook
• Retaining wall replacement at 39 Pequot Point Road in the Pequot Pond buffer zone
• Emergency certifications for culvert replacement and road stabilization on Honey Pot Road

Public Safety Communications Commission

The regular meeting originally scheduled for September 8th, 2021, has been cancelled. A special meeting was scheduled for September 1st, 2021, at 6:00pm.

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee is meeting to submit appointments and reappointments for various city boards. These actions involve members of the Cultural Council, Historical Commission, Commission for Citizens with Disabilities, and Airport Commission.

• Appointment of Mary Ann Scognamiglio to the Cultural Council
• Appointment of Jason Polan to the Cultural Council
• Reappointment of Michael Ingraham and Crystal Hollister to the Historical Commission
• Reappointment of Joanne Tirrell to the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities
• Reappointment of William Gonet to the Airport Commission

Public Safety Communications Commission

The Commission will meet to review a candidate for an open full-time ETD position. Director Nina Barszcz will provide updates regarding staffing and regionalization.

• Review of ETD candidate for open full-time position
• Director's update on staffing
• Director's update on regionalization

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works and Board of Water Commissioners will hold a joint meeting to deliberate on three finalists for the DPW Director position. The board may vote on a candidate during the session.

• Discussion and possible vote on DPW Director finalists: John Hume, Robert Tober, and Kelvin Ridgley

Public Safety Communications Commission

The regular meeting of the Westfield Public Safety Communications Commission scheduled for August 11, 2021, has been cancelled.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for several Notices of Intent and review Requests for Determination. The body will also discuss enforcement regarding vegetation clearing and a potential update to the Wetland Ordinance.

• Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road (Tekoa Country Club)
• Single-family home construction in the 100-foot Buffer Zone at 81 Fowler Road
• Mobile home park improvements at 898 Southampton Road (Heritage Residents Association Inc.)
• New clearwell and pumping station at 1515 Granville Road (Springfield Water and Sewer Commission)
• Enforcement action for vegetation clearing at 88 Furrowtown Road

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works and Board of Water Commissioners are holding a joint meeting to deliberate on three finalist candidates for the DPW Director position. A vote may be taken to select a candidate.

• Discussion and possible vote on DPW Director finalists: John Hume, Robert Tober, and Kelvin Ridgley

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on several land-use applications and review enforcement actions for unpermitted work. The body will also discuss emergency certifications for a culvert cleaning and a failed septic system.

• Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Mobile home park improvements at 898 Southampton Road
• Removal of invasive water chestnut plants at Brickyard Ponds
• Enforcement action for parking lot improvements at 115 West Silver Street
• Ratification of emergency certification for a failed septic system at 218 Belanger Road

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works and Board of Water Commissioners are holding a joint meeting to deliberate on three finalists for the DPW Director position. A vote may be taken to select a candidate.

• Discussion and possible vote on DPW Director candidates: John Hume, Robert Tober, and Kelvin Ridgley

Public Safety Communications Commission

The Commission is meeting to review a candidate for an open, full-time ETD position. The agenda also includes a director's update from Nina Barszcz.

• Review of ETD candidate for open, full-time position
• Director's update from Nina Barszcz

Public Safety Communications Commission

The Commission will meet to review a candidate for an open, full-time ETD position. The meeting also includes a director's update from Nina Barszcz.

• Review of ETD candidate for open, full-time position
• Director's update from Nina Barszcz

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review the June 8, 2021 minutes and discuss the August recess. The meeting includes updates on department projects and activities from the Department of Public Works and City Engineer Mark Cressotti.

• Approval of June 8, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of August Recess
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects
• Project updates from City Engineer Mark Cressotti
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission is meeting to hold public hearings and meetings regarding several land-use applications. The body will review requests for construction, vegetation removal, and infrastructure projects affecting local wetlands and riverfront areas.

• Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Mobile home park improvements at 898 Southampton Road
• Construction of a 125-foot wireless tower at 700 East Mountain Road
• Vegetation management within city rights-of-ways by the DPW
• Emergency certification for road/culvert replacement on Russellville Road

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works and Board of Water Commissioners are holding a joint meeting to deliberate on three finalists for the DPW Director position. A vote may be taken to select a candidate.

• Discussion and possible vote on DPW Director finalists: John Hume, Robert Tober, and Kelvin Ridgley

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee is meeting to submit appointments for city boards and commissions. The body will review candidates for the Planning Board, Council on Aging, and Off Street Parking Commission.

• Reappointment of Richard Salois to the Planning Board (term expires February 2026)
• Appointment of Richard Ekmalian, Jr. to the Council on Aging (term expires February 2024)
• Appointment of Joseph Golio to the Off Street Parking Commission (term expires February 2024)

Board of Public Works

The City of Westfield DPW Director Screening Committee is meeting to conduct interviews for the DPW Director position. The committee will interview two candidates.

• Interview of candidate Jon Hume
• Interview of candidate Robert Tober

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings and meetings to review several development applications and enforcement cases. The body will also discuss updates to the Wetland Ordinance and the possibility of continuing remote meetings through April 2022.

• Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Single-family home construction in the 100-foot Buffer Zone at 81 Fowler Road
• Beach area construction on Horse Pond at 296 Buck Pond Road
• Vegetation removal and trail installation at 317 Union Street
• Emergency certification for a failed septic system at 312 Northwest Road

Public Safety Communications Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve minutes from April 14, 2021, and discuss a contract signature authorization form. The agenda also includes updates on staffing, the budget, and dispatch regionalization.

• Contract Signature Authorization Form
• Staffing update
• Budget update
• Dispatch Regionalization update

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee is meeting to submit the reappointments of five members to city boards and one department director. These actions determine who will serve on the Planning Board, Council on Aging, and in Facilities Management.

• Reappointment of William Carellas to the Planning Board (term expires February 2026)
• Reappointment of Raymond St. Hilaire to the Planning Board (term expires February 2026)
• Reappointment of Philip McEwan to the Planning Board (term expires February 2023)
• Reappointment of Jane Magarian to the Planning Board (term expires February 2022)
• Reappointment of Bryan Forrette as Director of Facilities Management (term expires May 31, 2024)

Westfield Technical Academy

The body is meeting to receive updates on the shop, outside projects, and the Westfield Technical Academy Foundation. The agenda also includes time for new and old business.

• Shop Update
• Outside Projects Update
• Westfield Technical Academy Foundation Project Update

Board of Public Works

The City of Westfield DPW Director Screening Committee is meeting remotely to conduct interviews for the DPW Director position. Three candidates are scheduled for interviews.

• Interview of candidate Jon Hume
• Interview of candidate Robert Tober
• Interview of candidate Kelvin Ridgley

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet via teleconference to approve previous minutes and review monthly reports on department projects. The board will also receive updates from City Engineer Mark Cressotti and sign schedules for bills payable.

• Approval of May 18, 2021 minutes
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects and activities
• Project updates from City Engineer Mark Cressotti
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings and meetings regarding several land-use applications. The body will also address enforcement actions related to vegetation clearing in protected areas.

• Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road (Tekoa Country Club)
• Multi-use trail enhancements from Ellsworth Street to Williams Riding Way
• Beach area construction at 296 Buck Pond Road
• Vegetation removal and trail installation at 317 Union Street
• Enforcement actions for vegetation clearing at 394 Northwest Road, 1760 East Mountain Road, and 88 Furrowtown Road

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee is meeting to discuss the reappointment of four members to the Planning Board. These appointments include specific terms of expiration ranging from 2022 to 2026.

• Reappointment of Bernard Puza to the Planning Board (term expires February 2026)
• Reappointment of Robert Goyette, Jr. to the Planning Board (term expires February 2025)
• Reappointment of Cheryl Crowe to the Planning Board (term expires February 2022)
• Reappointment of John Bowen to the Planning Board (term expires February 2025)

Conservation Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings for three Notice of Intent (NOI) applications and one Request for Determination (RDA). The body will also address enforcement actions regarding vegetation clearing and discuss a wetland ordinance update.

• Public hearing: Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Public hearing: Clearing vegetation along the Little River Levee at Ponders Hollow Road
• Public hearing: Multi-use trail enhancements along the Westfield River Levee from Ellsworth Street to Williams Riding Way
• Public meeting: Removal of 33 trees at 27 Angelica Drive
• Enforcement actions for vegetation clearing at 394 Northwest Road, 1760 East Mountain Road, and 88 Furrowtown Road

Westfield Technical Academy

The Aviation Advisory Board is reviewing previous action items regarding facilities, shop needs, and field trips. The board is also discussing a pending FAA grant request for up to $500,000 and planning for the July 16 graduation.

• FAA Grant request of $409 submitted (up to $500,000 total)
• Local resident donation of $10,000 in aircraft structures and tooling
• NEAM field trip scheduled for May 25, 2021
• Graduation set for July 16, 2021

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee will meet via teleconference to discuss the appointment and reappointment of five individuals to city boards and commissions.

• Appointment of Stephen F. White to the Board of Public Works
• Appointment of Jennifer Gilbert as second alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Reappointment of Eileen S. Rockwal to the Council on Aging
• Reappointment of Felix Otero to the Police Commission
• Reappointment of David Doe to the Conservation Commission

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet via teleconference to review department reports and project updates. The body will discuss a specific property at 74 Joseph Avenue and vote on a contract signature authorization form.

• Discussion of 74 Joseph Avenue
• Vote on Contract Signature Authorization Form
• Discussion of Roadway Straight Acceptance
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding a remote meeting to conduct public hearings and meetings regarding land use and environmental impacts. The body will review several applications for work within buffer zones and riverfront areas, as well as address enforcement actions for vegetation clearing and filling.

• Public hearing for bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road (Tekoa Country Club)
• Review of tree and fence removal at 975 North Road and 27 Angelica Drive
• Review of pool, deck, and driveway installation at 5 Rider Road
• Enforcement actions for vegetation clearing at 394 Northwest Road, 36 Janelle Drive, and 1760 East Mountain Road
• Discussion of a farming exemption request for 69 Neck Road

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 11, 2021, has been cancelled.

Westfield Technical Academy

The Culinary Arts Program Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss program operations during COVID-19 and the return of in-house customers. The body will also review student opportunities and equipment needs for the Culinary & Hospitality overview at Westfield High School.

• COVID-19 updates and impact on Culinary Arts
• Return of in-house customers and catering
• Westfield High School student opportunities and ServSafe Certifications
• Equipment needs for Culinary & Hospitality
• Advisory Committee recommendations and new member recruitment

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings and meetings to review various applications for work within protected buffer zones and riverfront areas. The body will also address enforcement matters and discuss updates to the Wetland Ordinance.

• Public hearing for bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Review of pool, deck, and fencing installations at 1220 Russell Road and 5 Rider Road
• Repair of a boardwalk and water pump building at 400 Western Avenue (Stanley Park)
• Enforcement actions for vegetation clearing at 394 Northwest Road and 36 Janelle Drive
• Discussion regarding a Wetland Ordinance update

Westfield Technical Academy

The Allied Health Advisory Board will meet virtually to discuss program highlights and concerns. The agenda includes reviews of the pinning ceremony, SkillsUSA, clinicals, and state testing.

• Discussion of Allied Health Program highlights and concerns
• Review of Pinning Ceremony, SkillsUSA, clinicals, and state testing

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The committee is meeting to consider several member reappointments. These include terms for the Board of Registrars and the Council on Aging.

• Reappointment of Daniel Smith to the Board of Registrars through February 2023
• Reappointment of Linda Saltus to the Board of Registrars through February 2023
• Reappointment of Kerry Ann Kielbasa to the Council on Aging through February 2024

Westfield Technical Academy

The committee is meeting to review the automotive technology program. Discussions include budget reports, curriculum reviews, and shop management updates.

• Budget/Program Report
• Co-Op/Internships discussion
• Shop Management System/Student Advisor update
• Tools & Equipment review
• Safety Concerns/Shop Evaluation

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet via teleconference to review department reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes a discussion with a representative from the Friends of the Columbia Rail Trail.

• Discussion with Mr. Pac from the Friends of the Columbia Rail Trail
• Vote on Authorized Signature Form
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects and activities
• Approval of February 24, 2021 and March 10, 2021 minutes

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission is meeting to hold public hearings and meetings regarding several land-use applications. The body will review requests for work within wetland buffer zones and riverfront areas, as well as enforcement matters and certificates of compliance.

• Public hearing for bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Review of garage and shed installation at 360 Prospect Street Extension
• Review of pool, deck, and fencing installation at 1220 Russell Road
• Enforcement discussion regarding vegetation clearing at 394 Northwest Road and 36 Janelle Drive
• Requests for Certificates of Compliance for 236 Union Street, 317 Union Street, and 234 East Main Street

Westfield Technical Academy

The Collision Technology Department Advisory body is meeting to discuss program status and curriculum alignment. The group will address the impact of Covid-19 on student development and job placement opportunities.

• Review and acceptance of old minutes
• Curriculum alignment to industry standards
• Job placement and CO-OP opportunities
• Vote on Advisory President

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting remotely to review several land-use applications and emergency certifications. The body will discuss environmental impacts and compliance for projects involving local brooks, ponds, and the Westfield River.

• Public hearing for bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road
• Public meeting for a new septic system and cesspool demolition at 215 Belanger Road
• Emergency certification for road failure on Medeiros Way crossing Brickyard Brook
• Emergency certification for guardrail replacement and headwall stabilization over Atwater Brook on Western Avenue
• Discussion on updating the Wetland Ordinance

City Council Long Range Financial Overview Committee

The City Council Long Range Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed early retirement incentive for teachers. The committee will review legislation, data, and costs while consulting with the Mayor and school department representatives.

• Review of Proposed Early Retirement Incentive for Teachers submitted 2/18/2021

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The committee is meeting to consider the reappointment of three members to local boards and commissions. These actions involve terms expiring on the first Monday of February, 2024.

• Reappointment of Rene Laviolette to the Board of Registrars
• Reappointment of Richard A. Sypek to the Police Commission
• Reappointment of C. Lee Bennett to the Fire Commission

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet via teleconference to approve previous meeting minutes and review a monthly report on department projects. The board will also sign schedules for bills payable.

• Approval of February 24, 2021 minutes
• Monthly report regarding department projects and activities
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting remotely to conduct public hearings and discuss various land-use applications. The body will review projects involving the Westfield River, floodplain construction, and buffer zone additions.

• Public hearing for bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road (Tekoa Country Club)
• Application for a 200-square foot wood shed at 93 Springfield Road
• Application for a home addition at 354 North Road
• Enforcement discussion regarding a stream crossing plan at 1223 East Mountain Road
• Update on the MA DOT Cowls Bridge replacement project at South Maple Street

Westfield Technical Academy

The board is meeting to review progress on a co-op questionnaire and cover letter. The agenda also includes discussions regarding shop progress and shop equipment.

• Update on co-op questionnaire and cover letter by Dave Schenna
• Discussion of shop progress and shop equipment

City Council Long Range Financial Overview Committee

The City Council Long Range Finance Committee will discuss current and future bonds and the 'reserve for debt decline' practice. The committee will also review a proposed early retirement incentive for teachers to determine associated costs and benefits.

• Review of current Bonds, BANs, and anticipated future bonds
• Review of Proposed Early Retirement Incentive for Teachers
• Removal of 2/6/20 Capital Plan, 4/4/19 Retirement COLA, 4/19/18 PFAS pollution funds, and 9/4/14 Scribes items from the agenda

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet via teleconference to review department reports and administrative forms. The board is scheduled to discuss charges related to recycling barrels.

• Discussion of Recycling Barrel charge
• Approval of March 10, 2020 minutes
• Authorization Signature Form for Department Head
• Monthly report on department projects and activities
• Signing of Schedules for Bills Payable

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings and meetings regarding land use and environmental management. The body will also address enforcement actions related to unpermitted vegetation removal and sedimentation.

• Public hearing: Invasive Plant Management at 715 Western Ave/0 Russell Rd (Westfield State University)
• Public hearing: Bank Restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road (Tekoa Country Club)
• Public meeting: Installation of a 200-square foot wood shed at 93 Springfield Road
• Enforcement: Sedimentation into Wetland Resource Areas at 0 S. Broad Street
• Enforcement: Vegetation removal without a permit at 394 Northwest Road

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for several projects involving wetlands, floodplains, and riverfront areas. The body will also discuss an extension request for a senior living facility.

• Public hearing: Aldi’s Market retail store construction at 231 East Main Street and 0 South Meadow Road
• Public hearing: Bank restoration along the Westfield River at 459 Russell Road (Tekoa Country Club)
• Public hearing: Single family home construction at 109 North Road
• Public hearing: Boiler plant demolition and sewer installation at 91 East Mountain Road
• Public hearing: Invasive plant management at 715 Western Ave/0 Russell Rd. (Westfield State University)

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The committee is meeting to consider the appointment of one new member and the reappointment of six existing members to various city commissions. The body will also discuss removing residence requirements for city employment from the committee's purview.

• Appointment of Peter Cowles to the Public Safety Communications Commission
• Reappointment of John Niedzielski to the Water Commission
• Reappointment of Thomas H. Pereira to the Board of Public Works
• Reappointment of Sara Unger, Michael Tirrell, and Douglas Morash to the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Reappointment of Grace Sullivan to the Board of Assessors

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting remotely to conduct public hearings on four development applications. The body will also discuss enforcement regarding sedimentation at a Broad Street property.

• Public hearing: Aldi’s Market retail store at 231 East Main Street and 0 South Meadow Road
• Public hearing: Bank Restoration at Tekoa Country Club, 459 Russell Road
• Public hearing: Drive-through facility at 301-303 East Main Street and 0 Little River Road
• Public hearing: Single family home at 109 North Road
• Enforcement discussion: Sedimentation from gravel parking lot at 05 Broad Street

Westfield Technical Academy

The Allied Health Advisory Board is holding a virtual meeting to discuss program enrollment and a pinning ceremony. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a Capital Skills Grant.

• Allied Health Program Enrollment/ Pinning Ceremony
• Capital Skills Grant

Westfield Technical Academy

The Business Technology Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss student learning and program status. The body will review guest speaker ideas, cooperative education, and budget items.

• Discussion of virtual guest speakers regarding remote learning
• Status of Cooperative Education at Noble Hospital
• Impact of freshmen exploratory curriculum changes on enrollment numbers
• Budget review

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding several development and restoration projects. These include a retail store construction, a single-family home in a buffer zone, bank restoration along the Westfield River, and a drive-through facility.

• Public hearing for Aldi’s Market at 231 East Street and 0 South Meadow Road
• Public hearing for a single family home at 34 First Street
• Public hearing for bank restoration at 459 Russell Road
• Public hearing for a drive-through facility at 301-303 East Main Street and 0 Little River Road
• Enforcement regarding sedimentation at 05 South Broad Street