Westfield public meetings in 2024

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for December 24, 2024, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on January 14, 2025.

Retirement Board

The Westfield Retirement Board will hold a regular meeting to review monthly investment performance, consider any recommended changes, and approve bills, minutes, and retirement applications. The board will also discuss an office contract renewal and conduct annual review calls with five investment firms.

• Monthly performance review of investments and potential recommendation changes
• Office contract renewal for discussion
• Annual review calls with Columbia (9:15am), AEW (9:30am), Pomona (9:45am), Hamilton Lane (10:00am), and Loomis Sayles (10:20am)
• Approval of retirement applications, refunds/transfers, and disability applications
• PERAC memos and new member updates

The Westfield Contributory Retirement Board approved several financial and administrative actions, including redeeming $4 million from an S&P 500 index fund and reallocating midcap funds to create a combo portfolio. They also approved the final FY25 appropriation bill, new member enrollments, refunds/transfers, and a one-year contract renewal for Ray Depelteau.

• Approved investment changes: redeem $4M from SSGA S&P 500 Index and reallocate midcap funds to Russell 1000/2000 (5-0)
• Approved bills and warrants totaling $2,357,193.27 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted superannuation applications for David Wagner and Todd Waite (5-0)
• Approved final FY25 appropriation bill to be submitted to the city in December (5-0)
• Accepted 14 new members into the retirement system (5-0)
• Granted refunds/transfers for 7 members (5-0)
• Approved one-year contract renewal for Ray Depelteau (5-0)

City Council

The Westfield City Council will vote on several appropriations from Free Cash, including $600,000 for Broad Street design and $599,929 for a new fire apparatus to replace Engine 2, plus $295,865 for a loader at the transfer station. The council will also hold public hearings for a limo license and junk dealer licenses, and consider a resolution opposing a lithium battery storage facility, a police staffing increase, and various ordinance amendments.

• $600,000 from Free Cash for Broad Street design and South Maple/Mill Street landscape improvements
• $599,929 from Free Cash to replace Engine 2 (fire apparatus) with a new one
• $295,865 from Free Cash for a 2023 Volvo L110H loader at the transfer station
• Public hearing for a Resolution opposing a lithium battery storage facility over the aquifer
• Letter of intent to increase police staffing from 66 to 70 sworn officers

The Westfield City Council adopted a resolution urging the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities to reject a proposed lithium battery storage facility on Medeiros Way, citing risks to the aquifer and environmental justice concerns. The council also approved a $50,000 appropriation for the Broad Street redesign, accepted the ValleyBike bike share memorandum of understanding, and increased police staffing from 66 to 70 sworn officers. Several other items were referred to committees or removed without action.

• Adopted resolution opposing BESS facility on Medeiros Way (13-0)
• Approved $50,000 for Broad Street redesign and resurvey (13-0)
• Accepted ValleyBike bike share MOU with Northampton (7-6)
• Approved police staffing increase from 66 to 70 officers (12-1)
• Passed ordinance prohibiting parking on Sibley Avenue and Falley Drive (13-0)
• Passed layout order accepting Janelle Drive (13-0)
• Referred rental property ordinance to Planning Board (13-0)
• Referred BESS zoning amendments to Planning Board (13-0)

City Council

The Westfield City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a limo license application. The meeting has been moved to a Zoom format.

• Limo License application for DRLUXURYRIDE, LLC (Doungchanrith Sovann) at 29 Dana Street

City Council License Committee

The License Committee will consider a junk dealer and collector license application for Elm Art and Antiques LLC at 30 Elm Street. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to the City Hall elevator being out of service. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Junk dealer and collector license application for Elm Art and Antiques LLC, 30 Elm Street, submitted by owner John Henry

City Council Governmental Relations Committee

The City Council Governmental Relations Committee meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, has been canceled.

Traffic Commission

The Westfield Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee is discussing a range of city ordinances, street acceptances, and inter-municipal agreements. Key items include a proposal to increase police staffing and a potential resolution opposing a lithium battery storage facility.

• Letter of intent to increase Police Department staffing from 66 to 70 sworn officers
• Proposed resolution opposing the construction of a lithium battery storage facility
• Petitions for street acceptance of Caitlin Way, Pheasant Drive, Scenic Road, Edward Street, and Gifford Ave Street
• Agreement with Massachusetts Department of Transportation for a Gateway Pocket Park
• Model Host Community Agreement between the City of Westfield and SafeTiva Labs, LLC

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee voted 2-0 to send a letter of intent to increase Police Department staffing from 66 to 70 sworn officers to the City Council with a positive recommendation. The committee also recommended several other items, including street acceptances for Caitlin Way, Pheasant Drive, and Scenic Road, and a preservation restriction for Central Baptist Church. The ValleyBike share program MOU with Northampton was sent forward with a negative recommendation.

• Police staffing increase 66 to 70 officers sent to Council with positive recommendation (2-0)
• ValleyBike MOU with Northampton sent to Council with negative recommendation (2-0)
• Gateway Pocket Park resolution with MassDOT sent to Council with positive recommendation (2-0)
• Solid waste fee amendment for seniors 65+ sent to Council with positive recommendation (2-0)
• Street acceptance for Caitlin Way sent to Council with positive recommendation (2-0)
• Street acceptance for Pheasant Drive sent to Council with positive recommendation (2-0)
• Street acceptance for Scenic Road sent to Council with positive recommendation (2-0)
• Central Baptist Church preservation restriction sent to Council with positive recommendation (2-0)

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The Commission for Citizens with Disabilities will meet to approve minutes from November 19, review a Fine and Forfeits account update, and discuss old business including accessibility impacts of the Town Hall elevator and a traffic signal update. New business includes election of officers for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024
• Fine and Forfeits account update
• Town Hall Elevator – accessibility impacts
• Traffic signal update
• Election of officers for Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary

The Commission for Citizens with Disabilities elected officers for 2025, approved prior minutes, and reviewed updates on accessibility projects. No new funding was approved; the commission discussed a potential $3,855 contribution for additional crosswalk signals but deferred a decision. The elevator at City Hall is scheduled for maintenance outages.

• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Jeff Gosselin as Chair for 2025 (5-0)
• Elected Tom Johnson as Vice Chair for 2025 (5-0)
• Elected Joanne Tirrell as Secretary for 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee will consider a $50,000 appropriation from Free Cash for the redesign and resurveying of Broad Street. The meeting includes public participation and routine procedural items.

• Appropriation of $50,000 from Free Cash for Broad Street redesign and resurveying

The Finance Committee approved a $50,000 appropriation from Free Cash to fund the redesign and resurveying of Broad Street, which will add street parking and adjust the bike lane layout. The redesign reduces parking from 42 to 31 spaces and moves the curb inward about 4 feet. The motion passed 3-0.

• Approved $50,000 from Free Cash for Broad Street redesign and resurveying (3-0)

Westfield Cultural Council

The meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 21, 2025.

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee will discuss and vote on the reappointment of Joseph Muto to the Community Preservation Committee for a term expiring in July 2027. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Reappointment of Joseph Muto, 61 Bowdoin Street, to the Community Preservation Committee for a term to expire July 2027

The Personnel Action Committee voted 2-0 to recommend the reappointment of Joseph Muto to the Community Preservation Committee for a term expiring in July 2027. The committee also approved the meeting minutes and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended reappointment of Joseph Muto to Community Preservation Committee (2-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on several special permit applications for residential lots and a large warehouse. The board will also discuss battery storage facility comments and draft state ADU regulations.

• Pioneer Valley Railroad Co., LLC application for a warehouse exceeding 100K SF at Ampad Rd.
• Special Permit for a new single family building lot at 49 Roosevelt Ave.
• Special Permit for a flag lot at 222 Russellville Rd.
• Amendment to Special Permit conditions for a 5-lot open space community at 1342 E. Mountain Rd.
• Comments to Dept. of Public Utilities regarding Mederios Way battery storage facility

The Westfield Planning Board approved two special permits: one for a new single-family home at 49 Roosevelt Ave with lot size averaging and a reduced side yard, and another for a flag lot at 222 Russellville Rd. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0). The board also continued a hearing for a warehouse project and discussed state ADU regulations.

• Approved special permit for 49 Roosevelt Ave (5-0) with conditions, including a 12' setback and removal of a carport
• Approved flag lot special permit at 222 Russellville Rd (5-0) with conditions including a berm and driveway relocation
• Continued Pioneer Valley Railroad warehouse hearing to January 21, 2025
• Approved previous meeting minutes (11/19/24, 12/3/24) unanimously
• Allowed Michael Dupuis to withdraw application without prejudice
• Agreed to submit letter to DPU opposing Medeiros Way battery storage facility
• Decided to pursue revised ADU regulations, with further discussion planned for January 7

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission will hold a special meeting to interview Savvy Source of East Windsor, CT regarding RFQ 25-011 for leasing office space in Terminal Building Room #115. A vote on the lease may follow.

• Interview of Savvy Source for RFQ 25-011 – Lease of Office Space in Terminal Room #115

The Westfield Airport Commission voted unanimously to approve a new lease with Savvy Source for office space in Terminal Building Room 115, conditional on approval by the City of Westfield legal department. The company, which processes paperwork for various businesses, plans to use the office at least one day a week and aims to eventually serve aviation clients. No public comments were made during the meeting.

• Approved new lease with Savvy Source for Terminal Room 115, conditional on legal department approval (2-0)

School Committee Subcommittee

The Instruction & Curriculum Subcommittee will discuss proposed changes to graduation requirements for Westfield High School and Westfield Technical Academy, along with graduation data and a physical education exemption. An update on the Comprehensive Health and Physical Education curriculum frameworks is also scheduled.

• Graduation data including MassCore completion, course enrollment, and graduation rates
• Proposed changes to graduation requirements for Westfield High School and Westfield Technical Academy
• Physical Education exemption at Westfield High School
• Comprehensive Health and Physical Education Curriculum Frameworks update

The Instruction & Curriculum Subcommittee met and reviewed proposed increases to graduation requirements for Westfield High School and Westfield Technical Academy, including additional math, health, electives, computer science, world language, and science credits. They also discussed a proposed elimination of the physical education sports exemption at Westfield High School and reviewed the CHPE curriculum frameworks update. No formal votes were taken; the items were only discussed and received.

• Reviewed proposed graduation requirement increases for Westfield High School (Phase 1: Math 4 credits, Health 1 credit, Electives 4 credits; Phase 2: Computer Science 0.5 credit; Phase 3: 2 World Language credits)
• Reviewed proposed graduation requirement increase for Westfield Technical Academy (Phase 2: Science 3 credits)
• Discussed proposed elimination of the physical education sports exemption at Westfield High School
• Reviewed CHPE curriculum frameworks update and curriculum renewal process

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a request to approve a memorial bench at the Cross Street Playground ballfield area in memory of Jeff Piper, a volunteer coach. The board will also hear from the Law Department on commissioner duties, review renewal permits for 2025 events (Babe Ruth, Veterans, church events), and consider the schedule of bills and staff reports.

• Request from Joyce Piper-McClean to purchase and install a black memorial bench at Cross Street Playground ballfield area in memory of Jeff Piper
• Presentation by Shanna Reed from Law Dept. on duties of board members as commissioners
• Renewal permits for Babe Ruth, Veterans 2025 events, St. John's Lutheran Church Easter Vigil, and Westfield Baptist Church Dec. 24
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2024
• Schedule of bills and monthly staff reports

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to approve a request from Joyce Piper-McClean to place a black bench with a plaque in memory of her son, Jeff Piper, at Cross Street playground. The commission also received legal guidance on volunteer work and donations, emphasizing that private groups cannot perform unlicensed work on city property and must follow procurement and ADA rules. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved memorial bench and plaque for Jeff Piper at Cross Street playground (7-0)
• Referred bench placement to Scott Hathaway for coordination

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will meet to consider several labor agreements and school facility updates. The body is deciding on a Custodian Association contract and a Memorandum of Agreement with the Westfield Education Association Unit A.

• Approval of Custodian Association contract effective July 1, 2022-June 30, 2025
• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Westfield Education Association Unit A
• Massachusetts School Building Authority Statement of Interest
• Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center update
• Approval of home school applications #170 to #175 for 2024-2025

The Westfield School Committee approved the Custodian Association contract for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025, and tabled a Memorandum of Agreement with the Westfield Education Association Unit A (teachers) to the February 3, 2024 meeting. The committee also approved several routine items, including meeting minutes, home school applications, school trips, and special revenue accounts.

• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved home school applications #170-#175 for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Westfield High School trip to Southington High School wrestling tournament on Feb 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Westfield Technical Academy trip to BETA Technologies on Jan 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Custodian Association contract effective July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 (5-0 roll call)
• Tabled Memorandum of Agreement with Westfield Education Association Unit A to Feb 3, 2024 meeting (5-0 roll call)
• Accepted Special Revenue Accounts as presented (5-0 roll call)
• Approved Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee minutes of Dec 2, 2024 (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Westfield Historical Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss a Certificate of Historic Review for Atwater Mansion, an update on the Wyben Schoolhouse, and scheduling of 2025 lecture dates. They will also prepare for upcoming ghost tours on January 30 and 31. New business and setting the next agenda are also on the docket.

• Certificate of Historic Review for Atwater Mansion
• Wyben Schoolhouse update
• Lecture dates for 2025
• Ghost tours update (January 30 and 31)

The Westfield Historical Commission met on December 16, 2024, and approved the November meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and planning for ongoing projects, including the Atwater Mansion certificate, One Room Schoolhouse restoration, and 250th anniversary planning.

• Approved November meeting minutes (motion by Gaylord, seconded by Bannish)
• Noted Atwater Mansion Certificate of Historical Review submitted by Palmer
• Discussed clapboard bids for Wyben/One Room Schoolhouse, to be verified by Palmer
• Reviewed quotes from consultants for National Register Nomination; awaiting Shannon Walsh info
• Scheduled lecture by Aieta on April 9; May 14 lecture to be rescheduled
• Confirmed Ghost Stories roles; rehearsal set for January 26 at First Congregational Church
• Planned to invite local groups to 250th anniversary planning at next meeting

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Westfield Custodian Association and the Westfield Education Association/Unit A (teachers). The committee will also approve minutes from a prior executive session. No open session will follow this closed meeting.

• Approval of executive session meeting minutes of November 18, 2024
• Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with Westfield Custodian Association
• Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with Westfield Education Association/Unit A (teachers)

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission will consider a possible vote on the Gary Hoover lease assignment and review the FY2025 budget. Updates will be provided on the AVGAS self-service fuel facility project and the Vector aircraft landing fee program. The commission will also discuss the noise program, including soundproofing mitigation and land re-use plan, and note an upcoming electric aircraft charging station ribbon cutting.

• Possible vote on Gary Hoover Lease Assignment
• Review of Airport FY2025 Budget
• Update on AVGAS Self Service Fuel Facility Project
• Vector Aircraft Landing Fee Program Year Review
• Electric Aircraft Charging Station Ribbon Cutting – December 18

The Westfield Airport Commission approved assigning the Gary Hoover hangar lease to Steve Hayden and Steve Mello, following Hoover's passing. The commission also reviewed updates on the AVGAS fuel project, landing fee collections, and the FY2025 budget, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved lease assignment of Hoover Lease from Denise Hoover to Steve Hayden and Steve Mello (3-0)

Westfield Technical Academy

The Westfield Technical Academy Aviation Advisory Board will review the program's recent FAA certification as an Airframe and Powerplant High School, obtained on October 10, 2024, and discuss a new hangar feasibility study, student internships, and grant updates. The board will also consider a designated mechanic examiner application and plans for adult A&P education starting this winter.

• FAA certified Westfield Technical Academy as an Airframe and Powerplant High School on October 10, 2024
• New hangar feasibility study underway, supported by City of Westfield, with preliminary design complete and architect selected
• Student mentoring and internships with Gulfstream, Atlantic, Aero Design, and potential with Bombardier and BETA
• Grant status updates from Work Development, NASA, and Gulfstream
• Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME) application pending with FAA

Board of Health

The regular Board of Health meeting scheduled for December 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Community Development

Westfield's Office of Community Development is holding two listening sessions on Dec 11, 2024, to gather public input on community needs and affordable housing initiatives. The input will inform the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds. Applications for CDBG funding will become available starting Dec 30, 2024.

• Two listening sessions: 11:00 am (basement break room) and 6:00 pm (City Hall Room 315) on Dec 11, 2024
• Remote option via Zoom for the 6:00 pm session
• Input will shape priorities for CDBG and HOME funds for 2025-2029
• CDBG applications open Dec 30, 2024, at the Office of Community Development and online
• Eligible activities include public services, housing, infrastructure, and economic development

Westfield Housing Authority

The Westfield Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on its Annual Plan, then consider approval of the plan and low bids for work at Dolan properties. Committee reports, quarterly operating statements, and bill payments will also be reviewed. Old business includes modernization updates, an audit report, and an M&T Bank update.

• Public hearing and possible approval of the Annual Plan
• Low bid approval for Dolan Chimney Roofs
• Low bid approval for Dolan Windows
• Review of quarterly operating statements as of September 30, 2024
• Discussion of modernization updates and audit report

The Westfield Housing Authority approved its Annual Plan for submission to EOHLC, accepted low bids for roof/chimney repairs ($70,500) and window replacement ($109,750) at the Dolan building, and hired a search firm for a new executive director. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Annual Plan for EOHLC submission (4-0)
• Accepted $70,500 low bid for Dolan roof/chimney repairs to Cornerstone Building Services (4-0)
• Accepted $109,750 low bid for Dolan windows to Larochelle Construction (4-0)
• Approved $6,800 proposal from DV Mainsail Associates for executive director search (4-0)
• Approved October 8, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved payment of all bills for Revolving Account, Project 400-1, and Project 689-C (4-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report, Consolidated Expenditure report, trial balances, and quarterly operating statements (4-0)
• Set next meeting for January 9, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (4-0)

Franklin Avenue Project School Building Committee Meeting

The Westfield School Building Committee will meet to receive updates from the Owner Project Manager and architect on the Franklin Avenue Project. The committee will also consider approving minutes from September 10, 2024, and discuss future meeting schedules. Public participation is allowed for up to 15 minutes.

• Update from Owner Project Manager on Franklin Avenue Project
• Update from Architect on Franklin Avenue Project
• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public participation for up to 15 minutes, 3 minutes per person
• Celebration of School Opening

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed warehouse and railroad spur. The body will also address four enforcement orders for wetlands and floodplain violations.

• Public hearing for new warehouse and railroad spur at 0 Ampad Road
• Enforcement order for 233 Union Street regarding debris and fill
• Enforcement order for 256 Union Street regarding shed construction and fill
• Enforcement order for 300 Union Street regarding Order of Conditions deadlines
• Enforcement order for 5 Pontoosic Ave regarding vegetation cutting and soil disturbance

The Commission closed the public hearing and issued an Order of Conditions approving the proposed warehouse and railroad spur at 0 Ampad Road, with special conditions and a $35,000 bond. It also amended an enforcement order for 233 Union Street, requiring removal of fill and hiring an environmental consultant. The 300 Union Street enforcement case was continued to January 28, 2025, and the 265 Union Street case was continued to January 14, 2025.

• Approved Order of Conditions for warehouse at 0 Ampad Road with $35,000 bond (6-0)
• Amended Enforcement Order at 233 Union Street requiring fill removal and environmental consultant (6-0)
• Continued 300 Union Street enforcement to January 28, 2025 for updated plans (6-0)
• Continued 265 Union Street enforcement to January 14, 2025 pending eviction and MassDEP response (6-0)
• Closed enforcement at 5 Pontoosic Road with instruction to fix straw wattle gap
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (5-0-1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of November 26, 2024 (5-0-1 abstention)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve monthly abatement and commitment reports. The board will also consider a 10-year Chapter 61 recertification for a property. An executive session is scheduled to discuss abatement and exemption applications.

• Chapter 61 recertification (10yr) for 1376 Southampton Rd
• Approval of November monthly abatement/commitment reports
• Executive session regarding Abatement and Exemption Applications

The Board of Assessors met and approved the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting. They also accepted the November monthly abatement/commitment reports and signed a Chapter 61 recertification for 1376 Southampton Rd. No public participation or old business was reported, and the board entered executive session.

• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 meeting
• Accepted November monthly abatement/commitment reports
• Signed Chapter 61 recertification (10yr) for 1376 Southampton Rd

Police Commission

The Westfield Police Commission meeting scheduled for December 9, 2024, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

License Commission

The License Commission will consider several applications for amendments and transfers of liquor licenses, including two public hearings to transfer package store licenses. They will also hold informational hearings on overdue tax obligations and a police incident report, and vote on the 2025 seasonal population increase and the approval of all liquor, common victualler, entertainment, and coin-operated licenses for the coming year.

• Public hearing for transfer of Minas Wine and Spirits license from MPR LLC to 5355 Elm Corp. at 53 Elm Street
• Public hearing for transfer of Westfield Liquors license from Patel Liquor LLC to Kisha Liquors Corp. at 95 Main Street
• Two amendment applications for Pleasant Street market (54 Pleasant Street) for new stockholder, officers, and manager
• Informational hearing for Laflamme Trucks & Equipment Sales regarding overdue city tax obligations
• Review and approval of all 2025 liquor, common victualler, entertainment, and coin-operated licenses

The Westfield License Commission unanimously approved several liquor license transfers and amendments, including transfers for Minas Wine and Spirits and Westfield Liquors, and amendments for Pleasant Street Market. It also approved 2025 license renewals for numerous businesses, with conditions for some pending certificates of good standing or tax forms. The commission filed several police incident reports and discussed auto dealership inspections.

• Approved change of officers/directors and manager for Westfield-West Springfield Lodge of Elks (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of license for Minas Wine and Spirits to 5355 Elm Corp (unanimous)
• Approved pledge of inventory and license to Rockland Trust for Minas Wine and Spirits (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of license for Westfield Liquors to Kisha Liquors Corp (unanimous)
• Approved pledge of inventory and license to Rockland Trust for Westfield Liquors (unanimous)
• Approved amendments for Pleasant Street Market annual and seasonal licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Class 3 Auto License for LaFlamme Trucks with condition to pay tax obligations by Dec 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 liquor, common victualler, entertainment, and coin-operated licenses with exceptions (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on zoning amendments to permit accessory dwelling units and boost housing capacity, and consider a separate continued hearing for a rezoning at 1295 Southampton Road. Other actions include accepting grant funds for airport obstruction removal, appropriating over $289,000 from free cash for opioid settlement purposes, and authorizing an increase in police staffing from 66 to 70 sworn officers. The council will also take final votes on street layout orders for Jeanne Marie Drive and Camelot Lane, and an ordinance banning engine brakes with a $300 fine.

• Public hearing on Planning Board petitions to amend zoning ordinance for accessory dwelling units and increased housing capacity
• Appropriation of $289,111.24 from Free Cash to the Opioid Settlement Special Revenue Account
• Letter of intent to increase Police Department staffing from 66 to 70 sworn officers
• Acceptance of a $111,240 grant from MassDOT Aeronautics Division for off-airport Runway 15 obstruction removal
• Second reading and final passage of layout orders accepting Jeanne Marie Drive and Camelot Lane as city ways

The City Council accepted grants for airport runway obstruction removal and easements, appropriated funds for opioid settlement programs and Powdermill Brook Dam design, and passed several street layout orders. A zoning amendment for duplexes on Southampton Road was withdrawn without prejudice, and a resolution opposing a battery storage facility over the aquifer was referred to committee.

• Accepted $20,335 MassDOT grant for airport avigation easements (unanimous)
• Accepted $111,240 MassDOT grant for runway obstruction removal (unanimous)
• Appropriated $289,111.24 from Free Cash to Opioid Settlement fund (unanimous)
• Appropriated $245,094.97 from Stabilization for Powdermill Brook Dam design (unanimous)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: zoning amendment for duplexes at 1295 Southampton Road
• Passed to be ordained: layout orders for Jeanne Marie Drive, Camelot Lane, Berkshire Drive discontinuance
• Passed to be ordained: ordinance prohibiting engine brakes with $300 fine (10-3)
• Referred to committee: resolution opposing battery storage facility over aquifer

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and decide on a junk dealer and junk collector license application for Elm Art and Antiques, LLC, located at 30 Elm Street, submitted by John Hanley.

• Public hearing for junk dealer/junk collector license application by Elm Art and Antiques, LLC at 30 Elm Street

City Council Governmental Relations Committee

The meeting scheduled for December 9, 2024, was cancelled. It has been rescheduled for December 19, 2024, at 6:30 PM.

• Proposed salary increases for Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals members per Mayor’s FY 25 budget

City Council

The City Council's regularly scheduled meeting on December 5, 2024 has been rescheduled to Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00 PM. This agenda contains only this date-change notice; no substantive items are listed for discussion or action.

• Original meeting date: Thursday, December 5, 2024; new date: Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, Room 207, 59 Court Street

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee will meet December 4 to discuss several items including a parking prohibition on Sibley Avenue and Falley Drive, street acceptance petitions for Jeanne Marie Drive and Janelle Drive, and a resolution for a Gateway Pocket Park. They will also consider approval of speed limits on Western Avenue and ordinance amendments affecting Facilities Management and Purchasing Departments.

• Street acceptance petitions for Jeanne Marie Drive and Janelle Drive
• Resolution authorizing Gateway Pocket Park agreement with MassDOT
• Special speed regulation No. 315-B for Western Avenue
• Ordinance amendment to add no parking on Sibley Avenue and Falley Drive (86-102)
• Ordinance amendments to Chapters 2, 6, and 15 for Facilities Management and Purchasing

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee voted to send a positive recommendation to the City Council for accepting Jeanne Marie Drive and Janelle Drive as public streets. It also recommended approval of a speed regulation for Western Avenue and parking restrictions on Sibley Avenue and Falley Drive. The Gateway Pocket Park agreement was kept in committee, and the Facilities Management ordinance amendments were removed without action.

• Recommended street acceptance for Jeanne Marie Drive and Janelle Drive (2-0)
• Kept Gateway Pocket Park agreement with MassDOT in committee (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Speed Regulation No. 315-B for Western Ave (2-0)
• Recommended no-parking ordinance for Sibley Avenue and Falley Drive (2-0)
• Removed Facilities Management/Purchasing ordinance amendments without action (2-0)

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will hold a regular meeting on December 4, 2024, addressing action items including a commercial account presentation, a public power month drawing, a fleet inventory report, and an energy stabilization funds quarterly report. New business includes a verbal discussion on a General Manager compensation study requested by Commissioner Roman. The meeting also covers informational utility updates and customer communications.

• General Manager Compensation Study (verbal) requested by Commissioner Roman
• Fleet Inventory, Readiness & Replacement Schedule presentation by Greg Freeman
• Energy Stabilization Funds Quarterly Report by Jamie Naughton
• Commercial Account Presentation by Tim Bigler, Andrew Short, Keziah Bednarsky
• Public Power Month Drawing

Off-Street Parking Commission

The Off-Street Parking Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on reducing parking enforcement in December. They will also consider a permit for Mr. Peter Colo to take Santa photos on the Elm Street Plaza for charity. The agenda includes approval of monthly bills.

• Discussion and possible vote on reduced parking enforcement in December
• Discussion and possible vote on a permit for Mr. Peter Colo to offer Santa photos on Elm Street Plaza for charitable purposes
• Approval of monthly bills

Council On Aging

The Strategic Plan Sub-Committee is meeting to organize the group and discuss the strategic plan. The discussion will focus on reviewing the mission, vision, and core values.

• Organization of Sub-Committee
• Review of Mission
• Review of Vision
• Review of Core Values

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee will discuss several appropriations from Free Cash and the Stabilization Account. The meeting includes reviews of funding for infrastructure projects and the acceptance of an aviation grant.

• Appropriation of $289,111.24 from Free Cash to the Opioid Settlement Special Revenue Account
• Acceptance of a $111,240.00 grant from MassDOT Aeronautics Division for Runway 15 obstructions at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport
• Appropriation of $50,000.00 from Free Cash for the redesign and resurveying of Broad Street
• Appropriation of $245,094.97 from the Stabilization Account for Powdermill Brook Dam rehabilitation design and permitting

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings. They will discuss a street acceptance petition for Big Wood Drive and a notice from the Mass. Dept. of Public Utilities regarding a proposed battery energy storage facility at Medeiros Way that seeks a zoning exemption. Additionally, the board will conduct a workshop to review master plan action items, the open space plan update, possible zoning amendments including accessory dwelling units, and updates to subdivision regulations.

• Street Acceptance Petition for Big Wood Drive
• Mass. Dept. of Public Utilities Notice of Filing for a proposed battery energy storage facility at Medeiros Way (zoning exemption sought)
• Workshop on Master Plan action items
• Workshop on possible zoning amendments, including accessory dwelling units/housing
• Workshop on Open Space & Recreation Plan update (2025)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works commissioners will hold a meeting on December 3, 2024, to discuss and vote on a development proposal at 0 Lockhouse Road by TV Realty & Development. They will also revote on accepting Edward Street and Gifford Avenue as public ways. The agenda includes a monthly DPW report, approval of bills, and public participation opportunities.

• Revote on roadway straight for acceptance of Edward Street and Gifford Avenue as public ways
• Further discussion and vote on 0 Lockhouse Road (Parcel 245-1) development – Michael Ventrice, President of TV Realty & Development
• Monthly report from DPW on department projects and activities
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Animal Control

The Westfield Animal Control is holding a public hearing to determine whether 'Puppy', a Sable German Shepherd, should be classified as a dangerous dog following incidents on Jefferson Street, Hampden Street, Fowler Street, and an unspecified location.

• Public Dangerous Dog Hearing for 'Puppy', a Sable German Shepherd
• Incidents reported on Jefferson Street, Hampden Street, Fowler Street, and one unspecified location

School Committee Subcommittee

The Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee will meet to discuss a Massachusetts School Building Authority Statement of Interest covering Westfield Technical Academy and Westfield High School. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, following public participation.

• Discussion of MSBA Statement of Interest for Westfield Technical Academy and Westfield High School

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold a regular meeting on December 2, 2024, at 7:00 pm in City Council Chambers. They will recognize Coach Moose Matthews, receive presentations on Westfield High School and MCAS/Accountability data, and consider second readings of several policies, including non-discrimination and Title IX procedures. The agenda also includes approval of two high school trips, budget transfers, and updates from the superintendent and mayor.

• Second reading of policies: DD (Grants), AC-R (Non-Discrimination), ACA (Sex Non-Discrimination), ACA-R (Title IX), ACAB (Harassment), ACGA (Civil Rights Grievance), ACGB (Title IX Grievance)
• Approval of Westfield High School trip to Simsbury High School on 12/21/2024
• Approval of Westfield High School trip to Spain (Madrid, Granada, Sevilla, Malaga) April 18-26, 2025
• 2024 MCAS and Accountability data presentation by Christine Shea
• Approval of Superintendent of Schools goals for 2024-2025

City Council

The City Council will act on a mayoral request to appropriate $1,000.000.00 from Free Cash to the Fund Balance Reserve for Expenditures Account to lower the FY25 tax rate. A vote on the final Fiscal Year 2025 tax rate is also on the agenda as unfinished business.

• Mayoral request for $1,000.000.00 appropriation from Free Cash to Fund Balance Reserve for Expenditures Account to reduce FY25 tax rate
• Vote on Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Rate (unfinished business)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on a new warehouse facility and a permit amendment. The body will also address seven separate enforcement orders regarding wetland and floodplain violations. Additionally, the Commission will discuss ordinance revisions and drone flyover observations.

• Public hearing for a new warehouse facility and railroad spur at 0 Ampad Road
• Public hearing for a permit amendment at 1515 Granville Road
• Certificate of Compliance for the Dry Bridge Road Water Treatment Plant at 240 Union Street
• Enforcement orders for violations at 109 Medeiros Way, 233 Union Street, 256 Union Street, 300 Union Street, 227 East Main Street, 5 Pontoosic Ave, and 74 Russellville Road
• Discussion on Ordinance Revisions and public comment periods

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss several ongoing preservation projects and updates. The body is reviewing a Certificate of Historic Review for the Atwater Mansion and discussing progress on the National Historic Registry.

• Certificate of Historic Review for the Atwater Mansion
• Wyben Schoolhouse update
• Preservation Award for the Advent Church
• Ghost Tours update for January 30 and 31
• National Historic Registry progress

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a single public hearing. The body will discuss the determination of local tax levy percentages for different classes of real and personal property for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 local tax levy percentages

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Plumrose Development LLC to rezone 1295 Southampton Rd. from Rural Residential to Residential B.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 1295 Southampton Rd. from Rural Res. to Res. B.

City Council

The City Council will vote on the FY2025 tax rate and hold a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for 1295 Southampton Road. The body will also consider several grant acceptances and appropriations for infrastructure and public safety projects.

• Vote on Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Rate
• Public hearing for zoning change at 1295 Southampton Road to allow two-family homes
• Appropriation of $245,094.97 for Powdermill Brook Dam rehabilitation design and permitting
• Appropriation of $50,000 for redesign and resurveying of Broad Street
• Proposed $300 fine for engine brake infractions

City Council Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider accepting a $150,000 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, appropriating $150,000 from Community Preservation accounts for restoration of the Westfield Woman’s Club building, and transferring $13,429.41 from Engineering Construction funds to pay a prior year bill from Gomes Construction. The committee will also vote on minutes from previous meetings and hold public participation.

• Acceptance of $150,000 grant from MassDEP for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) to the Water Division of Public Works
• Appropriation of $150,000 ($79,000 from Historic Account, $71,000 from Undesignated Account) for restoration of the Westfield Woman’s Club building
• Transfer of $13,429.41 from Engineering Construction FY25 account to FY21 account for a prior year bill from Gomes Construction
• Approval of Finance Committee minutes from September 19, October 3, and October 17, 2024
• Public participation period (15 minutes total, 3 minutes per person)

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee will discuss a resolution to accept a $200,000 Safe Streets for All grant from the Federal Highway Administration to support the Vision Zero strategy. Other items include a proposed $300 fine for engine brake violations, street acceptance for Camelot Lane and Jeanne Marie Drive, and a host community agreement with Cannabis Connection, Inc. The committee will also consider a 20-year lease for a billboard at Main and Mechanic Streets and amendments to chapters governing Facilities Management and Purchasing.

• Resolution to accept $200,000 Safe Streets for All grant for Vision Zero implementation
• Motion to add $300 fine for engine brake infractions in the city
• Ordinance to prohibit parking on Mill Street (Section 17-115)
• Petitions for street acceptance of Camelot Lane and Jeanne Marie Drive
• Host Community Agreement with Cannabis Connection, Inc. and 20-year billboard lease at Main and Mechanic Streets

Off-Street Parking Commission

The Off-Street Parking Commission will hold its monthly meeting, receiving updates on the Elm Street Plaza, maintenance, and the FY25 budget from Community Development Director Peter Miller. The commission will consider and vote on three applications: the Mayor's Office request for the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony (Nov 30), the Annual Community Menorah Lighting (Dec 29), and a food truck license for Danis Slivka DBA OMG Coffee to operate at Elm Street Plaza and Riverfront Lot. The meeting also includes approval of December's meeting date, minutes from October 16, and monthly bills.

• Update from Community Development Director on Elm Street Plaza, maintenance, and FY25 budget
• Vote on Mayor's Office application for Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Elm Street Plaza on Nov 30
• Vote on Mayor's Office application for Annual Community Menorah Lighting at Elm Street Plaza on Dec 29
• Vote on application from Danis Slivka DBA OMG Coffee for a food truck license at Elm Street Plaza and Riverfront Lot
• Approval of monthly bills and minutes from October 16, 2024

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

This meeting of the Westfield Commission for Citizens with Disabilities includes routine items: approval of prior meeting minutes, an account update on fines and forfeits, and discussion of ongoing projects (zine project and NAMI). The new business item on emergency preparedness may be of interest to residents. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific proposals or votes listed.

• Fine and forfeits account update
• Old business: Zine project discussion
• Old business: NAMI discussion
• New business: Emergency preparedness discussion
• Next meeting set for December 17, 2024

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with multiple public hearings and possible decisions. Key items include a petition to rezone 1295 Southampton Rd. from Rural Res. to Res. B, special permits for a flag lot, lot size averaging for two-family dwellings, an aviation fuel facility at the airport, and a warehouse exceeding 100,000 square feet. The board will also review plans not requiring subdivision approval and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Petition to amend zoning map at 1295 Southampton Rd. from Rural Res. to Res. B
• Special permit for a flag lot at 222 Russellville Rd. (continued hearing)
• Special permit for lot size averaging to create lots for two-family dwellings at 32 E. Silver St./Alice Burke Way
• Special permit & site plan for aviation fuel facility at 110 Airport Rd. (Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport)
• Special permit, site plan & stormwater permit for warehouse over 100K SF at Ampad Rd. (Parcel 55R-42/0 Timberswamp Rd.)

Westfield Cultural Council

The Westfield Cultural Council will meet to conduct voting for grants. The body will also review and approve the treasurer's report and the minutes from the October 21 meeting.

• Voting for grants

Retirement Board

This is a regular meeting of the Westfield Retirement Board with a standard agenda. The board will conduct annual review calls with investment managers Wasatch, IR+M, and PIMCO, review monthly performance, and consider any recommended changes. Other routine business includes approving bills, minutes, retirement applications, disability applications, and the third of three FY25 appropriation bills.

• Annual review calls with investment managers Wasatch, IR+M, and PIMCO
• Monthly performance review of retirement fund investments
• Approval of retirement applications and disability applications
• FY25 appropriation billing – 3rd of 3 bills

Board of Registars

The Board of Registrars will meet to count Federal Write-In Absentee Ballots (FWAB) from the November 5, 2024 State Election that were postmarked internationally by November 5 and received by November 15. The board will also introduce new member Maureen M. Peterson and authorize use of Board of Registrar stamps for 2025. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on election administration tasks.

• Introduction of newly appointed Board member Maureen M. Peterson
• Counting of Federal Write-In Absentee Ballots (FWAB) from Nov. 5 State Election — requires international postmark by Nov. 5 and receipt by Nov. 15
• Authorization to use Board of Registrar stamps for 2025

License Commission

The Westfield License Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear applications for liquor license amendments, and review auto dealership licenses. Key actions include proposed manager changes for Pleasant Street Market, Walmart #2174, and the Elks Lodge, as well as a previously approved one-day liquor license for the Westfield Woman's Club. The commission will also discuss requirements for dealer inspections and review police incident reports.

• Application for amendment: new stockholder, officers, directors, and manager for Shiva Laxmi, Inc. d/b/a Pleasant Street Market, 54 Pleasant Street (wine & malt package store)
• Application for amendment: change of manager for Walmart #2174, 141 Springfield Road (all alcoholic beverages package store)
• Application for amendment: change of manager for Westfield-West Springfield Lodge of Elks #1481, 56 Franklin Street (club license)
• Review of previously approved special one-day liquor license for Westfield Woman's Club, 28 Court Street (wines only, Nov 10)
• Review and approval of Class 1, 2, and 3 auto dealership licenses

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to accept four skatepark donations totaling $2,925 from individuals and Skyline Beer Co. They will also hear updates on municipal pickleball court stone work, approved permits for school events at Bullens and Jachym fields, and a December legal training session for board members. The meeting includes public participation, approval of October minutes, and scheduling of bills.

• Vote to accept skatepark donations: Jeff Burke $1,325, Maryalyce P Morrissey $500, Joanne Florek $100, Skyline Beer Company LLC $1,000
• Update on municipal pickleball courts: stone placement near fence lines
• Approval of permits for school sports events and graduation dates at Bullens and Jachym fields
• Legal advice session for board members scheduled with Law Dept. on Dec. 16
• Schedule of bills and monthly staff reports

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold an executive session on November 18, 2024, to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation with the Westfield Custodian Association. The meeting will not reconvene in open session. This is a procedural executive session with no public discussion.

• Approval of executive session minutes from September 16, 2024
• Discussion of collective bargaining or litigation strategy concerning the Westfield Custodian Association

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will consider approving three private schools for the 2024-2025 school year and take final action on a non-discrimination policy. Also on the agenda are presentations from Westfield Technical Academy and an update on Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center, along with multiple policy readings and grant acceptances.

• Approval of White Oak School as a private school for 2024-2025
• Approval of Westfield Christian Academy as a private school for 2024-2025
• Approval of Full Gospel Christian School as a private school for 2024-2025
• 2nd/final reading of Non-Discrimination Policy including Harassment and Retaliation (File: AC)
• Approval of Westfield High School trip to Music in the Parks, King's Dominion, Virginia (May 15-28, 2025)

Council On Aging

The Westfield Council on Aging will discuss and possibly decide on changing senior center hours to 8am-4pm effective January during its November 18, 2024 meeting. Other items include a strategic plan update, nutrition policy review, staffing vacancy updates, and a transportation grant update. The public may participate for up to 15 minutes.

• Consider shifting senior center hours to 8am-4pm effective January
• Review of nutrition policy
• Update on Program Director staffing vacancy
• Discussion of HVES Director opening for Westfield
• Transportation Grant Update

Westfield Airport Commission

The Commission will consider votes on three MassDOT Aeronautics Division state grants and two lease agreements. The meeting includes updates on the AVGAS self-service fuel facility and the ANG Final Environmental Impact Statement.

• MassDOT grant for Runway 15 purchase avigation easements
• MassDOT grant for Runway 15 obstruction clearing project
• MassDOT grant for Airport Part 150 Noise Mitigation Pilot Soundproofing Program
• New billboard lease with Lamar
• Gary Hoover Lease Amendment #1

Westfield Technical Academy

The Automotive Technology Advisory Committee at Westfield Technical Academy is meeting to discuss standard operational topics, including student enrollment, co-op and internship opportunities, budget, tools and equipment, and the upcoming ASE accreditation and five-year review. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for information sharing and discussion.

• Approval of meeting minutes from previous session
• Discussion of student enrollment numbers
• Review of co-op and internship placements
• Budget overview for automotive program
• ASE accreditation preparation and five-year review status

Westfield Technical Academy

The committee is meeting to review program updates, including student certifications and inspection results. Members will discuss potential price increases or portion reductions for Tiger’s Pride and catering events.

• Price increases and portion reductions for Tiger’s Pride and catering
• Perkins Grant Request for a Flat Top Grill
• Department of Public Health inspection results from Ned Saviski
• Walk-in Freezer concerns and recommendations
• Junior student OSHA 10 Certification and ServSafe

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will consider approving the October monthly abatement and commitment reports, receive an update from the City Assessor on office matters and classification review, and hold an executive session to discuss abatement and exemption applications.

• Approve October monthly abatement/commitment reports
• City Assessor report: office updates and Classification Review
• Executive session for discussions/votes on abatement and exemption applications (M.G.L. c. 30A §21(a)(7) and c. 59 §60)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a proposal to enter a new lease for billboards at the landfill. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Naloxone Education Initiative and a discussion on tobacco fines and renewals.

• Authorization for new billboard lease at the landfill
• Discussion regarding tobacco fines and renewals
• Naloxone Education Initiative presentation
• Review and signing of monthly bills for Health Department and Transfer Station

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee will consider and vote on reappointing William Porter to the Community Preservation Committee for a term expiring July 2026. The meeting consists of a single substantive item beyond procedural calls to order and adjournment.

• Reappointment of William Porter, 11 Lowell Avenue, to the Community Preservation Committee through July 2026

Police Commission

The Police Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two policy changes: raising the maximum age for new police hires from 31 to 39, and establishing a payment policy for special police officers and traffic control attendants called to work during emergencies or special events. They will also approve minutes from October 30 and present a plaque to retired Chief Lawrence Valliere.

• Presentation of plaque to retired Chief Lawrence Valliere
• Discussion of raising maximum age eligibility for hiring police personnel from 31 to 39 years old
• Discussion of policy for paying special police officers and traffic control attendants during emergencies or special events
• Approval of minutes from October 30, 2024
• Open participation for public comments

Board of Registars

The Board of Registrars will meet to count qualified mail ballots from the November 5, 2024 State Election that were received after Election Day but by November 8, 2024, as long as they were postmarked by November 5. This is a routine post-election process required by state law.

• Count of mail ballots received between November 6 and November 8 that are postmarked by November 5

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on wetland-related proposals, including a new warehouse and railroad spur at 0 Ampad Road and an amendment for a driveway at 104 Russellville Road. The commission will also address multiple enforcement orders for violations such as unauthorized fill, tree clearing, and construction within buffer zones. Additionally, they will discuss an extension request for a trailer park at 858 Southampton Road and open a public comment period on ordinance revisions starting November 15.

• Public hearing: New warehouse facility and railroad spur within Buffer Zone and 50ft No Disturb Zone at 0 Ampad Road (Parcel 55R-42)
• Public hearing: Amendment to Final Order for paved driveway within 100ft Buffer Zone at 104 Russellville Road (DEP #333-0848)
• Certificate of Compliance for self-storage facility within Buffer Zone at 575 North Road (DEP #333-0814)
• Enforcement orders for violations at 88 Squawfield Road (fill in Buffer Zone, Riverfront, Floodplain), 300 Union Street, 233 Union Street, 0 Lockhouse Road, and others
• Discussion: Ordinance revisions public comment period opens November 15

Police Commission

The meeting originally scheduled for Monday, November 11, 2024, has been rescheduled. It will now take place on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 4:30 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers.

Retirement Board

The Westfield Retirement Board is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and approve a series of portfolio reallocations totaling $20 million. The proposed changes involve reducing positions in SSGA TIPS, SSGA EAFE, S&P 500, and Russell 1000, while adding to SSGA Russell 2000 Value Index, SSGA Russell 2000 Index, Wasatch Small Cap Value, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P Equal Weighted.

• Reduce SSGA TIPS by $5 million
• Reduce SSGA EAFE by $5 million
• Add SSGA Russell 2000 Value Index for $3 million
• Add S&P Equal Weighted for $6 million
• Reduce S&P 500 by $3 million and Russell 1000 by $3 million

City Council

The City Council will vote on several appropriations and resolutions, including $225,000 from free cash for City Hall elevator repairs, a $150,000 state grant for drinking water, and $150,000 in Community Preservation Act funds for the Westfield Woman's Club building restoration. Other items include a host agreement with Cannabis Connection Inc., a 20-year billboard lease at Main and Mechanic Streets, a $300 fine for engine brake infractions, acceptance of a $200,000 Safe Streets for All grant, and a second reading of a No Right Turn on Red ordinance.

• $225,000 from free cash to repair the elevator at City Hall
• $150,000 state grant for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
• $150,000 in CPA funds for restoration of the Westfield Woman’s Club building
• $200,000 Safe Streets for All Planning and Demonstration Grant for Vision Zero
• Second reading and final passage of an ordinance prohibiting right turns on red

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee is meeting to consider the appointment of Mark Dargie to the Youth Commission, replacing Diana McLean, for a term expiring in December 2025. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Appointment of Mark Dargie as member and advisor of the Youth Commission, replacing Diana McLean, term through December 2025

Westfield Redevelopment Authority

The Westfield Redevelopment Authority will discuss and possibly vote on accepting a Community One-Stop for Growth Real Estate Technical Services Grant for pre-development work in the Riverfront District, and on authorizing an expenditure for a CoStar real estate data subscription. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a financial summary.

• Discussion and possible vote to accept a Community One-Stop for Growth Real Estate Technical Services Grant for Riverfront District Pre-Development Assistance
• Discussion and possible vote on authorizing expenditure for CoStar Real Estate Data Services Subscription
• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2024 meeting
• Review of WRA Financial Summary

Emergency Planning Committee

The Westfield Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet on November 6, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at WFD Station 2 (366 Little River Road). The agenda includes updates from various departments, discussion of grant funds, and creating a standardized process for city events. A notable item is a discussion of an emergency drill with WG&E.

• Discussion of grant funds
• Creating a standardized process for city events
• Discussion of an emergency drill with WG&E
• Updates from 15+ departments including school, police, fire, DPW
• Next meeting date to be determined

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee is reviewing a proposed fine for engine brake infractions and a resolution to accept a federal grant for the Vision Zero Strategy. The body will also discuss ordinance amendments regarding the Purchasing and Facilities Management Departments.

• Proposed $300.00 monetary fine for engine brake infractions
• Resolution to accept a $200,000.00 Safe Streets for All Planning and Demonstration Grant
• Ordinance amendments to Chapters 2, 6, and 15 regarding Facilities Management and Purchasing Departments

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will review quarterly executive session minutes, financial projections, and rate comparisons, and consider accepting $64,407.32 in state grants for EV charging. New business includes a possible presentation on a commercial account seminar and discussion of a DPU notice of probable violation. The board will then enter executive session to discuss trade secrets related to the 2025-2034 strategic plan and budget.

• Quarterly release of executive session minutes
• City of Westfield FY 2024 Gas & Electric projections
• Quarterly Gas & Electric rate comparison
• State decarbonization goals discussion
• Grant acceptance: $14,407.32 and $50,000 from MassDEP for public EV charging

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Westfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a variance, special permit, and site plan approval to construct a new dwelling for rooming farm help at 948 Granville Road. The board will also discuss a request for extension of previously granted variances for 20 Broad Street. Other agenda items include review of new applications and approval of meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Jason Florek's variance, special permit, and site plan for a dwelling at 948 Granville Rd. (Rural Residential zone)
• Discussion on extension of variances for 20 Broad St. (Case #3033, 3034, 3045, granted 11/1/23 & 12/27/23)
• Review and acceptance of new applications and scheduling of public hearings
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

School Committee Subcommittee

The Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee of the Westfield School Committee will meet to discuss a Massachusetts School Building Authority Statement of Interest for Westfield Technical Academy and Westfield High School, and to consider the Parkside Academy (formerly St. Casimir Church). The agenda also includes public participation, excluding personnel matters.

• Massachusetts School Building Authority Statement of Interest for Westfield Technical Academy/Westfield High School
• Parkside Academy (formerly St. Casimir Church)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and vote on a development project at 0 Lockhouse Road and the installation of artwork at Women’s Temperance Park. The meeting also includes reports from the Department of Public Works and the City Engineering Department.

• Vote on 0 Lockhouse Road, Parcel 245-1 Development
• Vote on Artwork and Mural at Women’s Temperance Park
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects
• City Engineering Department project updates
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

School Committee Subcommittee

The Human Resources & Policy Subcommittee will meet to review and discuss several school committee policies, including ones on funding proposals, non-discrimination, and grievance procedures. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists of policy review items and public participation.

• Review of File DD: Funding Proposals and Applications
• Review of File AC-R: Non-Discrimination Policy Including Harassment and Retaliation
• Review of File ACA: Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex
• Review of File ACAB: Sexual & Sex-Based Harassment and Retaliation
• Review of File ACGB: Title IX Sexual Discrimination Grievance Procedure

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold a regular meeting with multiple business items. Key actions include a discussion and possible vote on a resolution to eliminate MCAS as a high school graduation requirement, declaring surplus property at 12 West Silver Street, and a first reading of a non-discrimination policy. The committee will also hear presentations from Westfield Middle School and Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center, accept a foreign exchange student, and approve a school trip to the Connecticut Science Center.

• Discussion and possible vote on Resolution on Question 2: Elimination of MCAS as High School Graduation Requirement
• Declare surplus: Angela Holmes property at 12 West Silver Street
• Acceptance of foreign exchange student at Westfield High School for 2024-2025
• First reading of School Committee Policy File: AC Non-Discrimination Policy Including Harassment and Retaliation
• Approval of Southampton Road School trip to Connecticut Science Center on November 7, 2024

Board of Registars

The Board of Registrars will consider appointing Rebecca Lynn Blackburn as a temporary registrar, filling the vacancy left by Daniel Smith, under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 51, Section 20. No other business is scheduled.

• Appointment of Rebecca Lynn Blackburn as temporary registrar per MGL Chapter 51, Section 20, to succeed Daniel Smith

Police Commission

The Westfield Police Commission will hold a special meeting to interview police candidates Jonathan Abrams and Elizabeth Arruda. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September 9 and September 16, 2024, and an open participation period for public comment.

• Interviews of police candidates Jonathan Abrams and Elizabeth Arruda

Westfield Technical Academy

The committee will meet to elect a new vice-chair and review the status of a co-op survey. Members will also discuss shop progress and equipment.

• Vote to elect new vice-chair
• Report on co-op survey status
• Discussion of shop progress and equipment

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review a Certificate of Historic Review for the Atwater Mansion. The body will also discuss the removal of a fence at City Hall and plan for upcoming ghost tours. Other items include updates on the Wyben Schoolhouse and the National Historic Registry.

• Certificate of Historic Review for the Atwater Mansion
• Discussion of fence removal at City Hall
• Planning for Ghost Tours on January 30 and 31
• Wyben Schoolhouse update
• Progress on National Historic Registry

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet for an executive session to discuss and potentially vote on abatement and exemption applications. The board does not intend to return to a regular public session following this meeting.

• Discussions and possible votes on Abatement and Exemption Applications

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will conduct a monthly performance review of investments and consider recommended changes. The body will also review retirement and disability applications and process bills and warrants.

• Monthly investment performance review
• Approval of retirement and disability applications
• Veteran buyback updates
• Approval of bills payable and warrants
• Review of PERAC memos

Hampden Charter School of Science

The Hampden Charter School of Science board will vote on the FY24 financial audit report for its East and West campuses. They will continue a discussion on surplus calculation. The board will also receive the CEO report and review 2023-24 MCAS disaggregated data and the school accountability report card.

• Presentation and vote on HCSS East & West FY24 Financial Audit Report
• Continued discussion on surplus calculation
• CEO report
• MCAS disaggregated data 2023-24 and School Accountability Report Card
• Public comment period

Health Plan Trust

The Westfield Health Plan Trust will meet to renew retiree insurance policies. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. No specific dollar amounts or policy changes are detailed in the agenda.

• Review and approval of October 16th meeting minutes
• Renewal of retiree insurance coverage

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The City Council Personnel Action Committee is meeting to consider the appointment or reappointment of three individuals to city commissions and inspector roles.

• Appointment of Mark Dargie to the Youth Commission
• Reappointment of Michael Jasmin as Inspector of Wires
• Appointment of William Carellas to the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission as an alternate member

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hold a special meeting to review a pending historic application. The body will also approve minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting.

• Review of pending application for Westfield Woman’s Club (historic) - $300,000

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission to remove sediment from the Upper Lagoon at 1515 Granville Road. The commission will also discuss a certificate of compliance for a parking lot addition at 930 Southampton Road, an enforcement order for 140 Russellville Road, and a request for extension at 22 Woodland Avenue. Routine items include Q&A on regulations and ordinance revisions, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on sediment removal from Upper Lagoon at 1515 Granville Road (Springfield Water and Sewer Commission)
• Certificate of Compliance for parking lot addition at 930 Southampton Road (DEP File #333-0694)
• Enforcement Order for violation at 140 Russellville Road (DEP File #333-0848)
• Discussion of request for extension at 22 Woodland Avenue (DEP File #333-0765)
• Commission discussion on ordinance revisions and regulations Q&A

Police Commission

The Westfield Police Commission meeting scheduled for October 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No business was conducted or items discussed.

Council On Aging

The Westfield Council on Aging Board will vote on minutes, hold public comment, and discuss several operational items including board goals, the nutrition policy, a Program Director vacancy, potential changes to Senior Center hours, and updates on online registration and a transportation grant.

• Discussion of COA Board goals
• Review and discussion of Nutrition Policy
• Staffing vacancy for Program Director position
• Consideration of Senior Center hours
• Update on transportation grant

School Committee Subcommittee

The Instruction & Curriculum Subcommittee will review MCAS results and student subgroup data. The body will also discuss initial fall assessment data and its link to 2024-2025 instructional priorities.

• Review of MCAS results and student subgroup data
• Discussion of initial fall assessment data and 2024-2025 instructional priorities

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear presentations from Westfield Little League on dugout design plans for Sadie Knox Playground and from Vietnam Veterans of America on an Agent Orange monument base at Parker Park, banner pole security, and tree placement. They will also discuss a policy change barring commissioners from directly contacting city hall or other departments, review permit forms, and receive staff reports on restroom closures and a new light pole at Papermill Playground.

• Westfield Little League presents dugout design plans for Sadie Knox Playground and parking follow-up
• Vietnam Veterans of America discuss Agent Orange monument base at Parker Park, securing banner poles, and tree placement on Elm Street
• Discussion of Section 18 duties: policy that commissioners should not contact city hall or other departments on their own
• Staff report: municipal restrooms closed for season, porta potty placed; new light pole installed at Papermill Playground
• Sub-committee follow-up on Sadie Knox Playground review and Bullens field usage update

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2024. Agenda items include a presentation on the Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center, approval of several school field trips and home school applications, and reports from the superintendent and subcommittees.

• Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center presentation
• Approval of field trip to New England Air Museum, Windsor Locks, CT (Oct 23–Nov 13, 2024)
• Approval of field trip to ACM’s Aerospace Alley Fair, Hartford, CT (Oct 31, 2024)
• Approval of home school applications #162–#169 for 2024-2025
• Acceptance of gifts/donations as part of superintendent's report

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center. The agenda also includes a period for public participation.

• Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center update

City Council Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering accepting a $250,000 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for improvements on Southwick Road from the Cowles Bridges Project to Dug Road. The meeting also includes public participation and roll call.

• Request to accept $250,000 MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces Program grant for Southwick Road improvements (Cowles Bridges Project to Dug Road)

School Committee Subcommittee

The Human Resources & Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss several School Committee policies. The focus is on non-discrimination, sexual harassment, and grievance procedures.

• Review of Non-Discrimination Policy Including Harassment and Retaliation (File: AC and AC-R)
• Review of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex (File: ACA and ACA-R)
• Review of Sexual & Sex-Based Harassment and Retaliation (File: ACAB)
• Review of Civil Rights Grievance Procedure (File: ACGA)
• Review of Title IX Sexual Discrimination Grievance Procedure (File: ACGB)

City Council

The City Council will consider a zone change petition for 1295 Southampton Road from Rural Residential to Residential B to allow two-family homes on two additional lots. Other items include a $250,000 state grant for Southwick Road improvements, a $200,000 federal Safe Streets grant, and ordinance amendments restricting parking on Mill Street and prohibiting right turns on red at Main and Free Streets.

• Zone change petition for 1295 Southampton Road (RR to RB) for two-family homes
• Acceptance of $250,000 MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces grant for Southwick Road
• Acceptance of $200,000 Safe Streets for All grant for Vision Zero strategy
• Ordinance to prohibit right turn on red at Main Street and Free Street
• Ordinance to prohibit parking at all times on Mill Street (section 17-115)

Westfield Cultural Council

The Westfield Cultural Council is meeting to approve previous minutes and the treasurer's report. Members are coordinating staffing shifts for Pumpkinfest and discussing the schedule for the November meeting.

• Approval of September 17 minutes
• Approval of Treasurer’s report
• Staffing for Pumpkinfest (October 12-16)
• Planning for November meeting time and voting

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold nine hearings for tobacco violations at local businesses and consider a condemnation order for a trailer at 868 Southampton Road. The board will also approve prior minutes, monthly bills, and receive a naloxone training update.

• Tobacco violation hearings for Mrs. Phipps (485 East Main St.), Mina's Wine and Spirit (53 Elm St.), Stop N Save Smoke Shop (309 East Main St.), Country Mart II (54 Union St.), Mobil Mart (162 Southampton Rd.), Four Mile Country Store (1230 Russell Rd.), Whip City Spirits (131 Meadow St.), Smoke and Vape Shop (41 Franklin St.), and Phipps Discount Liquor (113 North Elm St.)
• Condemnation order for 868 Southampton Road, Trailer #6
• Review and approval of minutes from September 18, 2024
• Signing of monthly bills for Health Department and Transfer Station
• Naloxone training update from Substance Use Outreach Coordinator

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss a federal grant for street safety and several local traffic ordinances. The body will also consider a preservation restriction for a building on Broad Street.

• Resolution to accept $200,000 Safe Streets for All Planning and Demonstration Grant
• Preservation Restriction for the American Legion Building at 38 Broad Street
• Parking prohibition ordinance for Mill Street Section
• No right turn on red ordinance for Main Street and Free Street intersection
• Proposed $300.00 monetary fine for engine brake infractions

Health Plan Trust

The Health Plan Trust is meeting to review the trust balance and establish a balance goal for FY’25. The body will also address the renewal of retiree insurances.

• Renewal of retiree insurances
• Health Plan Trust Balance Goal for FY’25
• Review of Health Plan Trust Balance

Off-Street Parking Commission

The Off-Street Parking Commission will discuss the 2024-2025 Snow Emergency & Plowing Plan, an update on summer and fall maintenance, and the FY25 budget. Commissioners will also consider marketing strategies for municipal parking lots. The agenda includes approval of minutes and monthly bills.

• Update from Community Development Director on summer and fall maintenance
• FY25 Budget Update
• 2024-2025 Snow Emergency & Plowing Plan
• Discussion on marketing of municipal parking lots
• Approval of monthly bills

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The Westfield Commission for Citizens with Disabilities will review minutes from September, receive an update on the fines and forfeits account, and discuss ongoing projects including the Westfield Whip Manufacturing Museum, Elder Fair, Zine project, and NAMI. New business includes a discussion on emergency preparedness and scheduling the next meeting for November 19th.

• Account update for fines and forfeits
• Westfield Whip Manufacturing Museum
• Elder Fair
• Zine project
• Emergency preparedness discussion

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold public hearings to decide on special permits for three properties. The board will also review plans for 266 Hillside Rd./St. Mary that do not require approval under Subdivision Control Law.

• Special Permit for a flag lot at 222 Russellville Rd.
• Special Permit, Site Plan, and Stormwater Permit for motor vehicle repair/tire business expansion at 918 Southampton Rd.
• Special Permit for lot size averaging and a new single family building lot at 49 Roosevelt Ave.
• Plan review for 266 Hillside Rd./St. Mary

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review a pending $300,000 application from the Westfield Woman’s Club for historic preservation. They will also discuss progress and a potential additional funding request for the Westfield Legion Post #124 building. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and review of current fund balances.

• Review of new $300,000 application from Westfield Woman’s Club (historic)
• Discussion of Westfield Legion Post #124 building progress and potential additional funding
• Review and approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of current Community Preservation funds

Westfield Airport Commission

The Commission will consider accepting a state grant for airfield marking and a lease amendment for an electric aircraft charging station. Members will also receive updates on hangar development and fuel facility projects. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the lease of the Old Five Star Premises.

• Possible vote to accept $33,528.85 EOPSS grant for airfield marking
• Possible vote on Atlantic Aviation Lease Amendment for Electric Aircraft Charging Station (BETA)
• Update on Airport Terminal Building Office #115 Request for Proposals
• Update on T-Hangar Development Request for Proposals
• Executive session regarding the lease of the Old Five Star Premises

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024, has been postponed. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. No other business was noted.

• Meeting postponed; no items discussed.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve September abatement and commitment reports. The board will also consider a Chapter Land Application for 0 Montgomery Rd. An executive session is scheduled to discuss abatement and exemption applications.

• Chapter Land Application: 48R-2-2; 0 Montgomery Rd
• Approval of September monthly abatement/commitment reports
• Executive session on Abatement and Exemption Applications

Westfield Housing Authority

The Westfield Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss routine business including bill payments, incoming communications from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, and committee reports. Old business covers modernization updates and an audit. New business includes setting meeting times, the annual plan, an M&T Bank sweep account, and a change order for JFK Soffits.

• Bill payments for programs 400-1, 689, MRVP, and Section 8
• Incoming communications on 689 leases, maintenance labor clarification, and Affordable Homes Act
• Modernization updates and audit as old business
• Annual plan and meeting times as new business
• M&T Bank sweep account and JFK Soffits change order

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review proposals for landscaping and vegetation management at two properties. The body will also consider certificates of compliance for completed projects and address enforcement orders regarding land violations.

• Public hearing: Landscaping at 114 Northridge Road
• Public hearing: Vegetation management at 115 West Silver Street (Baystate Noble Hospital)
• Certificate of compliance: Inground pool at 7 New Broadway
• Certificate of compliance: Parking lot improvements at 930 Southampton Road
• Enforcement orders: Land clearing restoration at 0 Timberswamp Road and fill placement at 114 Northridge Road

License Commission

The License Commission will consider approving an entertainment license for Bonte at 18 School Street, along with several one-day alcohol licenses for events including Westfield State University homecoming and a St. Mary's High School bingo. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Review of entertainment license for Bonte, 18 School Street, owner Eliezer Burgos
• One-day license for Westfield State Homecoming Committee: Scanlon Banquet Hall, Oct 18, wine and malts only
• One-day license for Westfield State Homecoming Tailgate at Woodward Center patio, Oct 19, wine and malts only
• One-day license for St. Mary's High School Designer Bag Bingo at gym, Nov 15, wine and malts only
• Police incident reports to be reviewed

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will consider a Memorandum of Agreement with the Westfield Education Association Unit A (teachers) and approve several routine items, including homeschool applications, field trips, and meeting minutes. A presentation from Westfield Intermediate School and an update on Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center are also scheduled.

• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between School Committee and Westfield Education Association Unit A (teachers)
• Approval of Westfield Technical Academy trip to Costa Rica, February 13-22, 2025
• Approval of Westfield Technical Academy trip to New England Air Museum, Windsor Locks, CT, October 29, 2024
• Approval of home school applications #141 to #161 for 2024-2025
• Westfield Intermediate School presentation

City Council

The City Council will review requests for three grants totaling over $473,000 for airport and road improvements. The body will also consider a fund transfer for emergency vehicle replacement and the order for the November 5, 2024, state election.

• Transfer of $600,000.00 from Ambulance Fund Balance to purchase a new apparatus to replace Engine 5
• $250,000.00 grant for improvements on Southwick Road from the Cowles Bridges Project to Dug Road
• $200,000.00 Safe Streets for All Planning and Demonstration Grant for Vision Zero Strategy
• $33,528.85 grant for repainting airfield markings at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport
• Order for the Call of the State Election for Tuesday, November 5, 2024

City Council Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider transferring $600,000 from the Ambulance Fund Balance to purchase a new apparatus to replace Engine 5. Public participation is allowed for 15 minutes total, with 3 minutes per person. The meeting also includes call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Transfer of $600,000 from Ambulance Fund Balance (2100-340000) to Ambulance Equipment Vehicle Account (21002310-585001) for a new apparatus to replace Engine 5

Emergency Planning Committee

The Westfield Local Emergency Planning Committee meets to discuss routine updates from emergency management, grant funds, and departmental reports. New business includes creating a standardized process for city events. The committee will also hear updates from various departments including fire, police, and health.

• Discussion of creating a standardized process for city events
• Update from Emergency Management
• Tier 2 updates
• Departmental reports from 18 entities including WFD, WPD, and Baystate Noble Hospital
• Grant funds update

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will review several quarterly and monthly operational reports. The board is scheduled to discuss an abatement request for 99 Medeiros Way and enter an executive session regarding real property negotiations.

• Abatement request for 99 Medeiros Way
• Executive session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
• Monthly Financial Reports
• Monthly Energy Supply Outlook
• Human Resources Quarterly Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Westfield Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review new applications and approve previous minutes. The board will hold a public hearing to decide on a special permit regarding a detached garage setback.

• Public hearing for Ronald & Deborah Gibbons regarding a detached garage with reduced side/rear yard setback at 36 Gladwin Dr.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and vote on the acceptance of Camelot Lane as a public roadway. The board will also hear monthly reports from the Department of Public Works and updates from the City Engineering Department on ongoing projects. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes and signing of bills payable.

• Vote on acceptance of Camelot Lane as a public roadway
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects/activities
• Updates from City Engineering on ongoing projects
• Approval of minutes from July 9 and September 10, 2024
• Signing of schedules for bills payable

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold public hearings on several continued applications, including a 15-unit residential conversion and duplex at 70 Court Street, a self-storage facility off Norton Street, a flag lot at 222 Russellville Road, and an expansion of a motor vehicle repair business at 918 Southampton Road. The board will also discuss a possible zoning amendment to accommodate accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and review other business items.

• Continued public hearing for a 15-unit residential conversion and duplex at 70 Court St. (Forrest Devine)
• Continued public hearing for a self-storage facility at 0 Lockhouse Rd. (C&M Builders)
• Continued public hearing for a flag lot at 222 Russellville Rd. (Jennifer Yanyuk)
• Continued public hearing for expansion of a motor vehicle repair business at 918 Southampton Rd. (Tim Judd)
• Discussion of possible zoning amendment to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board is holding an emergency meeting to discuss specific additions and reductions to its investment portfolio indices.

• Reduce Columbia by $7 million
• Reduce Russell 1000 by $9 million
• Reduce S&P 500 by $4 million
• Add EAFE Index by $7 million
• Add EEM Index by $8 million and EMXC Index by $5 million

The Westfield Contributory Retirement Board approved a set of investment trades to reduce holdings in domestic large-cap equity funds and add international index funds. The motion passed unanimously in a roll call vote, with one member absent. The board also voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved investment trades reducing Columbia Large Cap Equity by $7m, SSGA Russell 1000 Index by $9m, and SSGA S&P 500 Index by $4m (5-0)
• Approved adding SSGA EAFE Index $7m, SSGA Emerging Markets Index $8m, and SSGA Emerging Markets ex China Index $5m (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:02am (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on four projects affecting wetlands, including a storage facility on Lockhouse Road and a single-family home on Bayberry Lane. It will consider certificates of compliance for past projects, such as the Cumberland Farms on Southampton Road and a 2001 subdivision. Multiple enforcement orders are on the agenda, including Liberty Manor operating under an expired order since 2017, and an emergency certification for a beaver dam breach at Camp Shepard. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to an order of conditions and other administrative items.

• Public hearing: storage facility in buffer zone at 0 Lockhouse Road (DEP #333-0851)
• Public hearing: single-family home in buffer zone at 0 Bayberry Lane (DEP #333-0861)
• Certificate of compliance for 192-196 East Main Street – demolition and retail construction in floodplain (2017)
• Enforcement order for Liberty Manor (74 Russellville Road) – operating under expired order since October 2017
• Emergency certification for beaver dam breach at Camp Shepard (390 North West Rd)

Westfield Technical Academy

The Joint Carpentry and Cabinetmaking Construction Technology Program Advisory Meeting will review applications for paid off-campus projects for the 2024-2025 school year. The body will also discuss student internships and the next Westfield Technical Academy Foundation Student Build.

• Selection of paid off-campus construction projects for 2024-2025
• Approval of 2023/2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of shadows, internships, and cooperative education placements
• Planning for the next Westfield Technical Academy Foundation Student Build

Health Plan Trust

The Health Plan Trust meeting scheduled for September 23, 2024, has been postponed. The agenda included items regarding trust balances and retiree insurance renewals.

• Review of minutes from March 8th and August 20th
• Health Plan Trust Balance
• Health Plan Trust Balance Goal for FY’25
• Renewal of retiree insurances

Historical Commission

The Westfield Historical Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss an application for the demolition of the property at 6 Union Street. No other items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on demolition application for 6 Union Street

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed demolition of 6 Union Street. Commissioners will also review edits to the Demolition Ordinance (Ordinance 1352) and receive updates on the Wyben Schoolhouse, National Historic Registry progress, and upcoming public events.

• Public hearing – proposed demolition at 6 Union Street
• Review of Ordinance 1352 (Demolition Ordinance) language and flow chart
• Update on Wyben Schoolhouse
• Progress on National Historic Registry
• History on the Go event – October 5

Retirement Board

The Westfield Retirement Board will conduct RFP interviews for International Large Cap Equity and review monthly performance. The board will also process retirement and disability applications and discuss FY25 appropriations.

• RFP Interviews for International Large Cap Equity
• FY25 Appropriation – 2nd of 3 Bills
• Approval of retirement and disability applications
• Veteran Buyback updates
• Monthly performance review

City Council

The Westfield City Council will consider a $600,000 transfer from the Ambulance Fund to buy a new apparatus replacing Engine 5. Other items include a resolution to petition the state for a police officer age limit, a grant acceptance for emergency communications, and a second reading of a pet licensing ordinance. The council will also take up a tabled special permit for a contractor's yard on North Road.

• Transfer of $600,000 from Ambulance Fund to purchase a new apparatus replacing Engine 5
• Resolution to authorize an age limit for original appointment to Police Officer
• Acceptance of $19,081 grant from State 911 Department for emergency communications
• Second reading of ordinance on licensing of dogs and cats
• Tabled special permit for Contractor's Yard at 0 North Road

Hampden Charter School of Science

The board will meet to receive a CEO report and continue a discussion regarding surplus calculations. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and a period for public comment.

• Continued discussion on Surplus Calculation

City Council Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider accepting a $19,081 grant from the Massachusetts 911 Department for the Westfield Regional Public Communications Center through the TERT program. They will also vote on transferring $14,473 from FY25 to FY24 school special education legal accounts to pay a prior year bill. The meeting includes public participation and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Acceptance of $19,081 state 911 grant for TERT program
• Transfer of $14,473 from FY25 to FY24 for special education legal services
• Approval of June 4 and September 5 committee minutes

Traffic Commission

The Westfield Traffic Commission will review old business including speed limit on Holyoke Rd and a proposed $300 fine for engine braking on Elm, Franklin, and Lockhouse streets. New business includes crash analysis at Main & Elm and Montgomery/Prospect/New Corner, potential no-parking zones on Sibley Ave and at 102 Falley Drive, and adding a handicap parking spot on Holland Ave. The commission will also review existing and proposed PVTA bus stops.

• Proposed $300 fine for engine braking on Elm, Franklin, and Lockhouse streets
• Review of 'No Turn on Red' at signals where shared paths cross
• Crash analysis at Main & Elm to protect signal pole from trucks
• Dangerous intersection sign/light at Montgomery/Prospect/New Corner due to crashes
• No on-street parking on west side of Sibley Ave and at 102 Falley Drive

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider approving minutes from July and August meetings and signing monthly bills. The Substance Use Outreach Coordinator will discuss Opioid Settlement Fund listening sessions. Inspectional Services will address clarification of FDA-registered Choke Saver devices and the need for local regulations, along with an update on 9 Zepher Drive. A community health promotion update is also on the agenda.

• Opioid Settlement Fund – Listening Sessions for substance use outreach
• Choke Saver Regulations – Clarification of FDA registered devices
• Choke Saver Regulations – Discussion on necessity of local regulations after FDA advisory
• 9 Zepher Drive update from Inspectional Services
• Community Health Promotion Update

Community Development

The Westfield Office of Community Development will review the draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME programs for the year ending June 30, 2024. A public hearing is scheduled for September 18, 2024, at 5:00 PM in City Hall Room 315.

• Public hearing on September 18, 2024, at 5:00 PM in City Hall Room 315
• Draft CAPER available August 28–September 20, 2024, at 59 Court Street, Room 300 and online
• Written comments due by 4:00 PM on September 20, 2024, to Peter Miller, Director of Community Development

Off-Street Parking Commission

The Off-Street Parking Commission will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes and bills, and receive updates from the Community Development Director on summer maintenance and the Elm Street Plaza event. A discussion on Westfield Gas & Electric fiber installation is also scheduled. The agenda is largely routine and procedural.

• Approve minutes of August 21, 2024 meeting
• Update on Summer Maintenance from Community Development Director
• Elm Street Plaza Event Summary
• Westfield Gas & Electric fiber installation discussion
• Approval of monthly bills

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee will discuss three items: creating or reviewing a city ordinance for rental properties, submitting a resolution to petition the state to allow an age limit for police officer appointments, and amending chapters related to Facilities Management and Purchasing Department operations. No votes are taken at committee; recommendations may be forwarded to the full council.

• Review or creation of a rental property ordinance
• Resolution to petition the state to set an age limit for new police officer appointments
• Ordinance amendments to Chapters 2, 6, and 15 affecting Facilities Management and Purchasing

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

This meeting of the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities is largely procedural, including approval of prior minutes and an update on the fine and forfeits account. No new ordinances, rezonings, or budget items are on the agenda. The next meeting is scheduled for October 15.

• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024
• Fine and forfeits account update
• Next meeting set for October 15 at 6:30 PM in City Hall Room 201

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several continued applications, including a self-storage facility at Norton St./0 Lockhouse Rd, flag lots at 68 Northwest Rd and 222 Russellville Rd, a 15-unit residential conversion at 70 Court St, an auto repair expansion at 918 Southampton Rd, and an electronic sign at 1134 Southampton Rd. The board will also discuss possible zoning amendments for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and review plans not requiring subdivision approval for 457 E Main St.

• Continuation: Self-storage facility (Site Plan & Stormwater Permit) at end of Norton St./0 Lockhouse Rd (parcel 247-24, Industrial A)
• Continuation: Flag lot special permit at 68 Northwest Rd (Rural Residential)
• Continuation: 15-unit residential conversion of office building plus duplex at 70 Court St (Court St. Mixed Residential/Business)
• New: Review of plans not requiring approval for 457 E Main St./Devcon Shops LLC
• Discussion of possible zoning amendment to accommodate accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Westfield Cultural Council

The Westfield Cultural Council will meet to approve previous minutes and hear a treasurer's report. Under new business, members will discuss outcomes from a recent grant meeting and schedule appearance slots for Pumpkinfest.

• Approval of August 20 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Discussion of grant meeting suggestions and results
• Scheduling of appearance slots for Pumpkinfest

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will discuss a new cellphone plan for secondary schools and consider approving memoranda of agreement with the Westfield Education Association for teachers and paraprofessionals. Other agenda items include approval of the Technical Academy admissions policy, a student trip to Washington D.C., and the bullying prevention plan for 2024-2026.

• Discussion of secondary school cellphone plan
• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between School Committee and Westfield Education Association Unit A (teachers)
• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between School Committee and Westfield Education Association Unit D (paraprofessionals)
• 2nd/final reading of School Choice policy JFBB
• Approval of Westfield Technical Academy Application & Admissions Policy 2024-2025

The Westfield School Committee approved a revised cellphone plan for secondary schools, a memorandum of agreement with teachers, and several other routine items. The cellphone policy restricts device use during school hours, with escalating consequences for violations. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved secondary school cellphone plan (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Westfield Education Association Unit A (teachers) (6-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Westfield Education Association Unit D (paraprofessionals) (6-0)
• Approved Westfield Technical Academy Application & Admissions Policy 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved home school applications #63 to #140 (unanimous)
• Approved Westfield High School trip to Washington, D.C., May 15-18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of School Choice Policy JFBB (unanimous)
• Approved Bullying Prevention & Intervention Plan 2024-2026 (unanimous)

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold an executive session to discuss strategy related to collective bargaining with the Westfield Education Association for Unit A (teachers) and Unit D (paraprofessionals), and to approve prior executive session minutes. The public is not permitted to attend.

• Approval of executive session meeting minutes from June 17, 2024
• Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with Westfield Education Association/Unit A (teachers) and Unit D (paraprofessionals)

Police Commission

The Westfield Police Commission will hold interviews for six police candidates, including one via Zoom. The commission will also consider appointing Domenico Cerasani as a Special Police Officer. This special meeting addresses personnel matters for the police department.

• Interviews of police candidates Tatiana Sirbu, Spencer Lusignan, Benjamin Emerson, Kevin Barry, and Jenna Hurlburt
• Interview via Zoom of police candidate Ian Deluca
• Appointment of Domenico Cerasani as a Special Police Officer

The Westfield Police Commission interviewed five police candidates and voted unanimously to nominate all of them: Ian DeLuca, Tatiana Sirbu, Spencer Lusignan, Benjamin Emerson, and Jenna Hurlburt. The commission also unanimously appointed Domenico Cerasani as a Special Police Officer. Start dates were announced for the new officers.

• Nominated Ian DeLuca, Tatiana Sirbu, Spencer Lusignan, Benjamin Emerson, and Jenna Hurlburt as police officers (3-0)
• Appointed Domenico Cerasani as Special Police Officer (3-0)

Westfield Airport Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on a lease amendment for Exit 3 Aviation and a land use agreement for an F-15C static display. Members will also receive updates on the Taxiway B South project and soundproofing mitigation. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the lease of the Old Five Star Premises.

• Possible vote on Exit 3 Aviation Lease Amendment #2
• Possible vote on MOU with 104th Fighter Wing for F-15C Static Display land use
• Taxiway B South Project update
• Pilot Program of Soundproofing Mitigation
• Executive session regarding the lease of the Old Five Star Premises

The Westfield Airport Commission approved a lease amendment for Exit 3 Aviation allowing Fly Lugu as a subtenant, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the 104th Fighter Wing for an F-15C static display near the new gate. Both votes were unanimous (3-0). The commission also received updates on the Taxiway B South project, noting Taxiway E was completed and work resumes in March 2025, and discussed noise mitigation and land re-use plans.

• Approved Exit 3 Aviation Lease Amendment #2 allowing Fly Lugu as subtenant (3-0)
• Approved MOU with 104th Fighter Wing for F-15C static display land use (3-0)
• Approved July 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved August 15, 2024 special session minutes (2-0, Gonet abstained)
• Approved August 26, 2024 special session minutes (2-0, Gonet abstained)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to immediately consider a grant request from the mayor. The grant, totaling $671,096.00 from the U.S. Department of Transportation FAA Airport Improvement Program, would fund a noise mitigation sound insulation pilot program and a Land Re-Use Plan for properties previously acquired for noise mitigation at Westfield-Barnes Airport.

• Request to accept $671,096 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant for noise mitigation and land re-use at Westfield-Barnes Airport

The Westfield City Council held a special meeting and voted to accept a $671,096 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation FAA for the Westfield-Barnes Airport. The funds will start a pilot noise mitigation sound insulation program and a Land Re-Use Plan for about 30 properties previously acquired for noise mitigation. The vote was 8-0 with five councilors absent. The meeting adjourned immediately after the vote.

• Accepted $671,096 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant (8-0, 5 absent)
• Approved Councilor Bean as President Pro Tempore for the meeting (voice vote)

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission will consider accepting a Federal Aviation Administration grant of $671,096 for a pilot program addressing noise mitigation, sound insulation, and a land re-use plan for previously acquired properties. A possible vote on the grant acceptance is scheduled.

• Public hearing and vote on FAA AIP Grant #3-25-0052-068-2024 for $671,096 for noise mitigation, sound insulation, and land re-use plan

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote on approving August abatement/commitment reports, two forestry plan renewals for parcels on Southampton Road (Chapter 70R-30 and 70R-14), and a new Chapter 61B application for 69 acres at 307 North West Road. The board also plans to enter executive session to discuss abatement and exemption applications without returning to open session.

• Approve August monthly abatement/commitment reports
• Chapter Land Applications: 70R-30 (13.33 acres, 0 Southampton Rd) – Forestry Plan Renewal
• Chapter Land Applications: 70R-14 (12.32 acres, 0 Southampton Rd) – Forestry Plan Renewal
• Chapter Land Applications: 21R-15 & 21R-14 (69 acres, 307 North West Rd) – New 61B
• Executive session for discussions and possible votes on abatement and exemption applications

The Board of Assessors accepted the June 2024 minutes and the June, July, and August monthly abatement/commitment reports. They signed Chapter Land applications and Forestry Plan Renewals for three parcels, authorized the City Assessor to sign contracts, and approved a fee increase for Abutters Lists effective October 1, 2024. No public participation or old business was reported.

• Accepted June 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Accepted June, July, August monthly abatement/commitment reports
• Signed Chapter Land applications & Forestry Plan Renewals for 3 parcels
• Authorized City Assessor to sign contracts for Assessor's Office
• Approved Abutters List fee increase to $25 plus $10 per additional parcel (unanimous)

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee will vote on the reappointment of Jane Magarian to the Planning Board for a term through February 2029. The meeting also includes standard procedural items.

• Reappointment of Jane Magarian, 131 Llewellyn Drive, to the Planning Board for a term expiring February 2029

The Personnel Action Committee voted 2-0 to recommend the reappointment of Jane Magarian to the Planning Board for a term expiring February 2029. The recommendation will go to the full City Council for final approval.

• Recommended reappointment of Jane Magarian to Planning Board (2-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health meeting scheduled for September 11, 2024, has been postponed. The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and vote on the public acceptance of Camelot Lane. The board will also review a stormwater management permit plan for Lockhouse Road and receive reports from the Department of Public Works and City Engineering Department.

• Vote on acceptance of Camelot Lane as a public roadway
• Stormwater Management Permit Plan for Lockhouse Road
• Monthly report on Department of Public Works projects and activities
• City Engineering Department updates on ongoing projects

The Board of Public Works tabled the vote on accepting Camelot Lane as a public roadway until the October 1 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments, project updates, and discussion of a stormwater permit issue.

• Tabled vote on Camelot Lane public roadway acceptance until October 1
• Discussed issuing a cease and assist order for stormwater permit non-compliance (no vote)

Franklin Avenue Project School Building Committee Meeting

The School Building Committee is meeting to receive updates from the Owner Project Manager and architect on the Franklin Avenue Project. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and allow public participation. No votes on contracts or ordinances are scheduled.

• Public participation period of up to 15 minutes (3 minutes per person)
• Approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update from Owner Project Manager (OPM)
• Update from Architect

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2024.

License Commission

The License Commission will conduct an informational hearing regarding a police incident report at The Whip. The body will also review a Common Victualler license application and several one-day event licenses.

• Informational hearing for police incident report #24-25594 regarding The Whip at 287 North Elm Street
• Common Victualler license review for Bonte at 18 School Street
• One-day licenses for Westfield State Dining at 577 Western Avenue for September 14 and September 21
• One-day license for White Glove Caterers, Inc. at Stanley Park for September 14
• One-day licenses for Westfield Athenaeum (Sept 12) and Great Awakening Brewing Company LLC (Oct 26-27)

The Westfield License Commission approved a Common Victualler license for Bonte contingent on Board of Health permits, approved five one-day liquor licenses for various events, and filed police incident reports, including one from The Whip. The meeting was routine with no public participation.

• Approved minutes from August 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Filed police incident report #24-25594 regarding The Whip (unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler license for Bonte, contingent on Board of Health permits (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Westfield State Dining (Sept 14, fee waived) (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Westfield State Dining (Sept 21, fee waived) (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for White Glove Caterers (Sept 14, fee waived) (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Westfield Athenaeum (Sept 12, fee waived) (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Great Awakening Brewing Company (Oct 26-27) (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission is meeting to review permit requests for municipal pickleball courts and discuss park maintenance. The body will also address the installation of cameras to prevent vandalism in parks.

• Permit request from Kyle Dulude for municipal pickleball courts (Sept 1 – Oct 31)
• Permit request from Ben Kochanski for a pickleball tournament on Oct 5
• Discussion regarding the dugout at Sadie Knox Playground
• Discussion on the use of Bullens field
• Proposal for cameras in parks to address vandalism

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved three permits: a school pickleball event for Westfield Technical Academy, a pickleball tournament with a revised rain date, and a dugout upgrade at Sadie Knox Playground by Westfield Little League. All votes were unanimous. The commission also discussed park cameras, field usage, and maintenance issues.

• Approved permit for WTA pickleball event, Mon-Fri 2-5pm, Sept 1-Oct 31 (unanimous)
• Approved pickleball tournament permit for Oct 5 with rain date Oct 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Westfield Little League dugout construction at Sadie Knox, contingent on plans at October meeting (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee to inspect Sadie Knox back parking lot and dugout area

Police Commission

The Westfield Police Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 10, 2024, and take up new business items including contract signature authorization forms, the appointment of Joel Christophori as a traffic control officer, and a September awards ceremony. The meeting is largely procedural with one personnel action.

• Appointment of Joel Christophori as a Traffic Control officer
• Contract signature authorization forms
• September Awards Ceremony
• Approval and release of minutes from June 10, 2024

Council On Aging

The Westfield Council on Aging will hold a regular board meeting on September 9, 2024. Agenda items include discussion of strategic plan next steps, a vacant board position for HVES, and defining the target age group for services. New business covers registration process questions and a nutrition policy, while the director reports on texting communication and a senior wallet program for advance deposits.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan Next Steps
• HVES open position for Board of Directors
• Target Age Group discussion for services
• Review of Registration Process
• Nutrition Policy discussion and Director's report on senior wallet program

City Council License Committee

The License Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on an application for Junk Dealer and Junk Collector licenses from Sushis Thrift LLC at 54 Washington Street (also known as 56 Washington Street), owned by Kseniya Covileac. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting. A 15-minute public participation period is scheduled.

• Junk Dealer and Junk Collector license application for Sushis Thrift LLC, 54 Washington Street (owner Kseniya Covileac)
• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public participation period (15 minutes total, 3 minutes per person)

City Council

The City Council will vote on multiple grants, including a $1,000,000 EPA grant for a new Operations Building at the water recovery facility, and a $19,081 state 911 grant. Other items include a $300 fine for engine brake infractions, a $35,000 gift to Animal Control, and an Agricultural Preservation Restriction for Yellow Stonehouse Farm. Several reappointments and ordinance amendments are also on the agenda.

• Acceptance of $1,000,000 EPA grant for construction of a new Operations Building at the water recovery facility
• Motion to add $300 fine for engine brake infractions
• Acceptance of $19,081 grant from state 911 Department for the Westfield Regional Public Communications Center
• Acceptance of $35,000 gift from Beth Reynolds estate to Animal Control for shelter improvements
• Resolution authorizing Agricultural Preservation Restriction for Yellow Stonehouse Farm at 354 Root Road

City Council Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider accepting several grants, including a $1,000,000 EPA grant for a new Operations Building at the water recovery facility. Other grants include $34,500 for cybersecurity planning and smaller grants for senior programs. Also on the agenda is a $7,051 transfer from police overtime accounts to cover 2023 Air Show overtime.

• Acceptance of $1,000,000 EPA grant to construct a new Operations Building at the water recovery facility
• Acceptance of $34,500 state grant for cybersecurity incident response plan and tabletop exercises
• Acceptance of $700 and $4,550 grants from Sarah Gillett Services for the Elderly for senior programs
• Transfer of $7,051 from Police FY25 overtime to FY23 overtime account for 2023 Air Show

The Finance Committee approved acceptance of a $1,000,000 EPA grant for a new Operations Building at the water recovery facility, noting construction had already started and the grant would cover electrical and HVAC costs. It also accepted three other grants, approved a police overtime transfer, and approved prior meeting minutes. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved minutes from June 4, June 5, July 8, and August 15, 2024 (2-0)
• Accepted $1,000,000 EPA grant for wastewater operations building (2-0)
• Accepted $34,500 state grant for cybersecurity incident response plan (2-0)
• Accepted $700 grant for Senior Center Art Unlimited program (2-0)
• Accepted $4,550 grant for Companion Program (2-0)
• Approved $7,051 transfer for 2023 Air Show overtime (2-0)

Emergency Planning Committee

The Westfield Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss creating a standardized process for city events as new business. The agenda also includes updates on past events (fireworks, VIP visits, Ironman), grant funds from Community Development Director Peter Miller, an update from Emergency Management, Tier 2 updates, departmental reports from multiple agencies, and a discussion of an emergency drill with WG&E.

• New business item: creating a standardized process for city events
• Grant funds discussion with Director of Community Development Peter Miller
• Update on conditions for canceling fireworks at past events
• Discussion of an emergency drill with WG&E
• Departmental reports from Airport, Animal Control, Baystate Noble Hospital, Dispatch, DPW, Health Dept., Mayor's Office, Mestek, Purchasing, School Dept., Springfield Water & Sewer, Western MA Hospital, WFD, WPD, WSU, NGL

The Westfield Local Emergency Planning Committee met on September 4, 2024, and unanimously accepted the June 5, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed grant-funded equipment (dive suits, AED), upcoming events, and post-event debriefings, with suggestions for improved communication templates. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Accepted June 5, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously
• Discussed using grant funds for dive suits, AED, and emergency lighting (no vote)
• Noted 2022 and 2023 MEMA grants extended to December 2024
• Suggested creating an incident action plan template for events (no formal action)

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will discuss and take action on several financial and operational reports, including the 2023 annual consolidated financial audit, bi-annual capital gas and electric projects, and the energy stabilization funds quarterly report. The board will also consider a verbal update on a MassEVIP public access charging grant and a new business item regarding Materials Management LLC. An executive session is scheduled for property discussion.

• 2023 Annual Consolidated Financial Audit Results
• 2024 Bi-Annual Capital Gas Projects Report
• 2024 Bi-Annual Capital Electric Projects Report
• MassDEP MassEVIP Public Access Charging Grant Program (verbal)
• Executive session to discuss property purchase/exchange/lease

The Municipal Light Board accepted the July 10, 2024 meeting minutes, approved the 2023 Annual Consolidated Financial Audit results with a clean opinion, and approved the 2023 Annual DPU Report. The board also entered executive session to discuss real property, where it was announced the department had executed a purchase and sale agreement for 99 Medeiros Way. No other substantive decisions were made during the regular session.

• Accepted July 10, 2024 regular and executive session minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual Consolidated Financial Audit results (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual DPU Report (6-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss real property (6-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 7:35 p.m. (6-0)

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee is considering a $35,000 donation for animal shelter improvements and a preservation restriction for a local farm. The body will also review amendments to three Host Community Agreements and city ordinances regarding pet licensing and department operations.

• Gift of $35,000.00 from the estate of Beth Reynolds for Westfield Animal Control
• Agricultural Preservation Restriction for Yellow Stonehouse Farm at 354 Root Road
• Host Community Agreement amendments for Pioneer Valley Trading, Inc., Clean Technique, LLC, and Hidden Hemlock, LLC
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 4, Section 4-23 regarding dog and cat licensing
• Ordinance amendments to Chapters 2, 6, and 15 regarding Facilities Management and Purchasing Departments

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee voted 2-0 to accept a $35,000 estate gift for the animal shelter, submit resolutions on an agricultural preservation restriction and three host community agreement amendments, and submit a dog/cat licensing ordinance amendment. It also voted to keep ordinance changes for Facilities Management and Purchasing in committee for further review. All votes were unanimous with Councilors Onyski and Burns present.

• Accepted $35,000 estate gift for Westfield Animal Control (2-0)
• Submitted resolution for Agricultural Preservation Restriction at Yellow Stonehouse Farm, 354 Root Road (2-0)
• Submitted resolution amending Host Community Agreement for Pioneer Valley Trading, Inc. (2-0)
• Submitted resolution amending Host Community Agreement for Clean Technique, LLC (2-0)
• Submitted resolution amending Host Community Agreement for Hidden Hemlock, LLC (2-0)
• Submitted ordinance amending Chapter 4, Section 4-23 on dog and cat licensing (2-0)
• Kept ordinance amendments for Chapters 2, 6, 15 in committee (2-0)

Board of Public Works

The regularly scheduled Board of Public Works Commissioner's Meeting for September 3, 2024, has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board Finance Sub-Committee will meet to discuss and take action on the 2023 financial audit. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review and action on the 2023 Financial Audit

Westfield Housing Authority

The Westfield Housing Authority will hold a special meeting to discuss committee reports, quarterly statements, and bill payments. They will review incoming communications from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities regarding fossil fuel replacement, cybersecurity, and Fiscal Year 2025 budget guidelines. Old business includes modernization updates, audit, and performance management review, while new business covers meeting times/dates and a change order for JFK Soffits.

• Committee reports and quarterly statements for period ending June 30, 2024
• Bill payments for accounts 400-1, 689, MRVP and Section 8
• Incoming communications on fossil fuel replacement, cybersecurity, and FY2025 budget guidelines
• Modernization updates, audit, and performance management review
• JFK Soffits change order

The Westfield Housing Authority held a special meeting on August 29, 2024, and unanimously approved several items. Key actions included approving the substantial/final completion of the JFK soffit repair project with an $87,000 payment to FRG Contractor Corp., and a $1,200 credit change order. The board also authorized a one-year management agreement with the Southwick Housing Authority, revised Section 8 payment standards to 110% of Fair Market Rent, and approved routine bills and reports.

• Approved $87,000 payment to FRG Contractor Corp. for JFK soffit completion (4-0)
• Approved $1,200 credit change order for JFK soffits (4-0)
• Authorized one-year management agreement with Southwick Housing Authority (4-0)
• Revised Section 8 payment standards from 95% to 110% of FY '25 Fair Market Rent (4-0)
• Approved all bills for Revolving Account, Project 400-1, and Project 689-C (4-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report, Consolidated Expenditure report, and trial balances (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 11, 2024 annual meeting (4-0)
• Scheduled next board meeting for October 8, 2024 at 5:00 pm (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Westfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss a special permit amendment. The board will review a proposal to convert a non-conforming office building and construct duplexes for a total of 15 units.

• Public hearing for Forrest Devine regarding 15 residential units at 70 Court St

The Westfield Zoning Board of Appeals approved an amendment to a special permit allowing the conversion of a non-conforming office building plus duplex construction totaling 15 units at 70 Court St. The approval includes conditions limiting rentals to non-undergraduates and a maximum of 15 units. The board also scheduled a public hearing for October 2 on a dimensional special permit for a garage at 36 Gladwin Dr.

• Approved special permit amendment for 15 units at 70 Court St (3-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for October 2 on garage special permit at 36 Gladwin Dr

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on a wetland boundary delineation at Timberswamp and Ampad Roads and a landscaping project at 114 Northridge Street. The commission will also consider certificates of compliance for two projects and address six enforcement orders involving violations such as debris placement in floodplains, fill in no-disturb zones, and incomplete restoration. Additionally, the commission will discuss revisions to regulations and conservation restrictions.

• Public hearing on wetland boundary delineation at 0 Timberswamp Rd and 0 Ampad Rd (DEP #333-0860)
• Public hearing on landscaping within 50ft No Disturb Zone at 114 Northridge Street
• Certificate of compliance for 504 Russellville Road (single-family home not completed) and 192-196 East Main Street (demolition/retail)
• Enforcement orders at 575 North Road, 233 Union Street, 246 Russellville Road, 114 Northridge Road, 0 South Maple Street, and 0 Timberswamp Road for various violations
• Commission discussion on special conditions boilerplate revision and conservation restrictions

City Council Zoning, Planning and Development Committee

The Zoning, Planning and Development Committee will meet to discuss permit applications submitted by RYMC, LLC. The body will consider a special permit, site plan approval, and stormwater permit for a contractor's yard and site improvements.

• Special Permit, Site Plan Approval, and Stormwater Permit application for a Contractor's Yard at 0 North Road submitted by RYMC, LLC

The Zoning, Planning and Development Committee voted 3-0 to approve a Special Permit, Site Plan, and Stormwater Permit for a contractor's yard at 0 North Road, submitted by RYMC, LLC. The approval includes 12 conditions, such as restricting tenants to specific trades, prohibiting heavy truck repair, and encouraging heavy commercial vehicles to avoid North Road between Root Road and Southampton Road. The decision now goes to the full City Council for final approval.

• Approved special permit, site plan, and stormwater permit for contractor's yard at 0 North Road (3-0)
• Approved finding that the site is appropriate for the use (3-0)
• Approved finding that the use will not adversely affect the neighborhood with conditions (3-0)
• Approved stormwater plan as submitted (3-0)
• Approved site plan as submitted (3-0)
• Accepted minutes of June 17, 2024 (3-0)

School Committee

The Human Resources & Policy Subcommittee of the Westfield School Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on rescinding two existing policies: the Virtual School policy (File IG) and the Bring Your Own Device policy (File IJN). The meeting includes a public participation period, excluding personnel matters.

• Rescind File IG: Westfield Public Schools Virtual School policy
• Rescind File IJN: Westfield Public Schools Bring Your Own Device policy

The Human Resources & Policy Subcommittee voted unanimously (3-0) to recommend rescinding two School Committee policies: the Westfield Virtual School policy (File: IG) and the Bring Your Own Device policy (File: IJN). Both recommendations will be brought to the full committee for a final vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Rescind Westfield Virtual School policy (File: IG) recommended (3-0)
• Rescind Bring Your Own Device policy (File: IJN) recommended (3-0)

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will consider and vote on a cellphone plan for secondary schools, approve multiple 2024-2025 handbooks from early childhood through high school, and act on a retainer agreement with Dupere Law Offices. The agenda also includes acceptance of bus driver and monitor lists, 62 home school applications, and a foreign exchange student placement.

• Secondary schools cellphone plan (item 6)
• Approval of 2024-2025 handbooks for Fort Meadow, Elementary, Intermediate, Middle, High, and Technical Academy (items 5 & 7)
• Retainer agreement between Westfield Public Schools and Dupere Law Offices, P.C. (item 13)
• Memorandum of Agreement with Westfield Education Association/Unit A for enrichment clubs (item 11)
• 2nd/final reading of policies on public comment (BEDH) and school choice (JFBB) (item 14)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider a request from the Mayor regarding a federal grant. The funds would be used to remove obstructions for Runway 15 at the Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport.

• Approval of $509,040.00 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration for Runway 15 obstructions

Historical Commission

The Westfield Historical Commission will discuss updates on the Wyben Schoolhouse, progress on the National Historic Registry, and review the deed restriction on the American Legion property. They will also review the 180-day demolition delay process and the commission's mission and purpose.

• Review deed restriction on American Legion property
• Review 180-day demolition delay process and language
• Update on Wyben Schoolhouse
• Progress on National Historic Registry
• Atwater mansion remaining artifact status and potential 180-day demo delay

The Westfield Historical Commission accepted a presentation from Albert Masciadrelli of American Legion Post 124 on current plans and progress for the American Legion building, designed to preserve its historical look while adding safety updates. The commission also tabled the American Revolution Anniversary Plans until the next meeting and postponed several new business items to September. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or planning discussions.

• Accepted American Legion building plans presentation (motion carried)
• Moved American Legion review from new to old business (motion carried)
• Tabled American Revolution Anniversary Plans until next meeting (motion carried)
• Postponed new business items 2 and 4-7 to September meeting (motion carried)
• Accepted amended June meeting minutes (motion carried)

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss a federal grant. The body may vote to accept funds for a specific runway project.

• Possible vote to accept FAA AIP Grant # 3-25-0052-067-2024 for $509,040.00
• Obstruction Removal Runway 15/33 Phase II – Removal from Runway 15 End

The Westfield Airport Commission voted unanimously to accept an FAA AIP grant of $509,040 for the Obstruction Removal Runway 15/33 Phase II project, which involves tree clearing near the end of runway 15. The total project cost is $669,300, with the FAA covering 76%. The meeting adjourned shortly after, with no other business discussed.

• Accepted FAA AIP Grant #3-25-0052-067-2024 for $509,040 (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:06 p.m. (2-0)

Retirement Board

The Westfield Retirement Board is meeting to discuss investment performance and review an RFP. They will also approve bills, minutes, retirement applications, and disability applications. The meeting includes updates on retiree affidavits and military buybacks. The agenda consists of standard procedural items.

• RFP Review for investments
• Monthly Performance Review of investments
• Approval of Bills Payable and Warrants
• Approval of Retirement Applications and Figures
• Disability Applications review

Off-Street Parking Commission

The Off-Street Parking Commission will discuss and vote on three requests for use of Elm Street Plaza: two food truck license applications and a chamber of commerce dinner event. An update from Community Development Director Peter Miller covers summer maintenance and a plaza event summary. The commission will also approve monthly bills and previous meeting minutes.

• Vote on Chappy's MCE food truck license at Elm Street Plaza
• Vote on Isel Shalypin dba Wandering Waffles food truck license
• Vote on Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce dinner event September 17
• Update from Community Development Director on summer maintenance and plaza events
• Approval of monthly bills

Westfield Cultural Council

The Westfield Cultural Council will meet to approve July meeting minutes and hear the treasurer's report. New business includes reviewing results from a survey on farmer's market appearances and discussing a grant writing class scheduled for September 6th.

• Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Review of Farmer's Market appearances survey results
• Discussion of September 6th class for grant writing

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold public hearings on several special permit applications. The board will consider residential conversions, the creation of flag lots, and a site plan for a city playground.

• Special Permit to convert a residential structure to a two-family at 22 Woronoco Ave.
• Special Permit to create a flag lot at 68 Northwest Rd.
• Site Plan Approval to waive lighting standards at 148 Paper Mill Rd. (Playground)
• Special Permit for a flag lot at 222 Russellville Rd.
• Repetitive application for a 15-unit residential conversion and duplex at 70 Court St.

The Westfield Planning Board approved a lighting standards waiver for the playground at 148 Paper Mill Rd, allowing the city to install LED lights in the parking lot. The board also approved a special permit for a two-family conversion at 22 Woronoco Ave, and continued several hearings to September 17, 2024. A request to revoke a special permit for 121 Medeiros Way was discussed but not acted upon.

• Approved lighting waiver for 148 Paper Mill Rd (5-0)
• Approved special permit for two-family conversion at 22 Woronoco Ave (5-0)
• Continued flag lot hearing for 68 Northwest Rd to Sept 17
• Continued repetitive application for 70 Court St to Sept 17
• Continued flag lot hearing for 222 Russellville Rd to Sept 17
• Approved updated Nathaniel Hill subdivision/stormwater plans (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 7/26/24 meeting

Health Plan Trust

The Westfield Health Plan Trust will meet to approve minutes from March and April, review the Health Plan Trust Balance, and discuss a preliminary renewal of retiree insurances. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are yet recorded in the agenda.

• Review and approve minutes from March 28 and April 10
• Health Plan Trust Balance review
• Preliminary renewal of retiree insurances

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The Personnel Action Committee will discuss amendments to Planning Board member expiration dates to comply with city ordinance, consider reappointments to the Planning Board, Commission for Citizens with Disabilities, and Cultural Council, and review a change to the City Engineer job description.

• Amendment to Planning Board member expiration dates for ordinance compliance
• Reappointment of William Carellas to Planning Board (term to Feb. 2029)
• Reappointment of Norman Smith and Joanne Tirrell to Commission for Citizens with Disabilities
• Reappointments to Cultural Council: MaryAnn Scognamiglio and Jason Polan
• Change to the City Engineer job description

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The commission will meet to review account updates for fines and forfeits. Members will also discuss website links and the commission pamphlet.

• Account update for Fine and Forfeits
• Discussion of website links and commission pamphlet

The Commission for Citizens with Disabilities approved its July 16, 2024 minutes unanimously (6-0). Members received an update on fines and forfeits showing a balance of $27,510 after expenditures, and discussed various old and new business items including a pamphlet, a NAMI subscription request, and new flashing lights on crosswalks. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 16, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting over $1.9 million in grants, including $1,000,000 from the EPA for a new Operations Building at the water recovery facility, and $366,030 for airport obstruction work. Other items include appointments, reappointments, ordinance amendments for animal licensing and facilities management, and resolutions amending host community agreements for three marijuana businesses. Public hearings are scheduled for a junk dealer license and a continued hearing for a contractor's yard on North Road.

• $1,000,000 EPA grant for new Operations Building at water recovery facility
• $366,030 FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant for runway obstruction easements
• Resolutions amending Host Community Agreements for Pioneer Valley Trading, Clean Technique, and Hidden Hemlock (marijuana businesses)
• Public hearing on Junk Dealer license for Sushis Thrift LLC at 54 Washington Street
• Continued public hearing on Special Permit for contractor's yard at 0 North Road

The City Council voted to adopt a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an easement for a portion of Medeiros Way, related to the Jupiter Powers Battery Storage Facility (Stream Field Energy Storage). The vote was 10-2, with Councilor Morganelli absent. A motion to table the item failed 4-8. The council also accepted several grants, including a $366,030 FAA airport grant and multiple state 911 grants.

• Adopted Medeiros Way easement resolution (10-2)
• Tabled motion for Medeiros Way easement failed (4-8)
• Accepted $366,030 FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant (unanimous)
• Confirmed Bernard Puza to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,040,343 State 911 grant (unanimous)
• Accepted $28,919.88 State 911 training grant (unanimous)
• Accepted $492,500 State 911 transition grant (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,888 State 911 medical protocol grant (unanimous)

City Council

The Westfield City Council will hold public hearings on August 15, 2024, to consider two applications: a special permit, site plan approval, and stormwater permit for a contractor's yard at 0 North Road, and junk dealer and junk collector licenses at 54 Washington Street.

• Special Permit, Site Plan Approval, and Stormwater Permit for a Contractor's Yard at 0 North Road, submitted by RYMC, LLC c/o Ryan Geeleher
• Junk Dealer and Junk Collector Licenses at 54 Washington Street (a.k.a 56 Washington Street) submitted by Kseniya Covileac for Sushis Thrift LLC

City Council Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on recommending acceptance of four grants from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security State 911 Department totaling $1,564,650.88. The funds are for the Westfield Regional Public Safety Communication Center to cover personnel, training, equipment, and transition costs, including serving the Town of Southwick's dispatching needs.

• Grant of $1,040,343 to reimburse personnel and operational costs
• Grant of $28,919.88 for 911 training courses and CritiCall software maintenance
• Grant of $492,500 for transition and equipment to serve Southwick's dispatching needs
• Grant of $2,888 for medical protocol card sets and quality assurance software maintenance

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health meeting scheduled for August 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on September 11, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on wetland boundary delineations and a request for amendment at 149 Neck Road. The commission will also consider a certificate of compliance for a retail facility project at 192-196 East Main Street and enforcement orders for several properties involving unauthorized clearing, fill placement, and violations of prior orders. Discussion items include regulations and procedures with a guest from Mass Audubon.

• 149 Neck Road – request for amendment as limited project status (DEP #333-0813)
• 0 Timberswamp Rd and 0 Ampad Rd – confirmation of wetland boundary delineation (DEP #333-0860)
• Enforcement order for 0/275 North Elm – clearing of floodplain and wetland without prior approval
• Enforcement order for 0 Tannery Road – tree clearing and disturbance in wetland areas
• Certificate of Compliance for 192-196 East Main Street – demolition and construction of retail facility (DEP #333-0752)

The Westfield Conservation Commission issued an enforcement order against Serghei Marcu for constructing a garage structure within the 100ft Buffer Zone without a permit, and for debris piles in the same area. The Commission also approved an amended order for tree removal at 149 Neck Road, continued several hearings to August 27, 2024, and granted an extension for stormwater basin work at 575 North Road.

• Issued enforcement order for unpermitted garage construction and debris removal at 114 Northridge Road (6-0)
• Approved amended order for tree removal and limited project status at 149 Neck Road (6-0)
• Continued wetland boundary confirmation at 0 Timberswamp Rd and 0 Ampad Rd to Aug 27 for site visit (6-0)
• Required engineered landscaping, restoration, stormwater, and erosion control plans at 114 Northridge Street by Aug 27 (6-0)
• Continued partial Certificate of Compliance for 192-196 East Main Street to Aug 27 for deed recording and erosion control removal (6-0)
• Granted extension to Aug 27 for stormwater basin work at 575 North Road (6-0)
• Approved July 23, 2024 minutes (4-0-2 abstentions)

License Commission

The License Commission is meeting to review several business license amendments and transfers. The body will hold a public hearing regarding an outdoor service area and consider multiple one-day alcohol permits for upcoming events.

• Public hearing for Great Awakening Brewing Company, LLC (77 Mill Street Ste 150) to create an outdoor patio service area
• Entertainment license request for 150 Entertainment, LLC d/b/a Xtra Credit (150-154 Elm Street)
• Transfer of Class 2 & 3 Auto License for Railroad Auto Recycling, LLC (19 Railroad Ave)
• One-day alcohol licenses for events at 53 Mill Street, 48 Elm Street, and 232 Montgomery Road
• Amendment to Pledge of Stock for Connecticut Valley Restaurant Group, Inc. (89 Elm Street)

The Westfield License Commission approved a pledge of stock for Tribeca Gastro Bar & Grille, an outdoor patio alteration for Great Awakening Brewing Company, a transfer of auto licenses for Railroad Auto Recycling, a conditional common victualler license and an entertainment license for Xtra Credit, and several one-day liquor licenses. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved pledge of stock for Connecticut Valley Restaurant Group d/b/a Tribeca Gastro Bar & Grille (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor patio alteration for Great Awakening Brewing Company (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Class 2 & 3 Auto License from Dmitriy Salagornik to Seymour Auto/KBR Enterprises (unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler License for 150 Entertainment d/b/a Xtra Credit, conditional on Board of Health food permits (unanimous)
• Approved entertainment license for 150 Entertainment d/b/a Xtra Credit (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Genesis Spiritual Life Conference Center, fee waived (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Short Stop Bar and Grill, fee waived (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for The Beer Guy/Unbroken Wings, fee waived (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for September 9, 2024.

Police Commission

The Westfield Police Commission meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews with three candidates for the Director of Health position. After the interviews, the board may discuss and vote on an appointment. This decision will determine the leadership of Westfield's public health department.

• Interviews with candidates Christopher Buter, Ivan Kwagala, and Debra Mulvenna
• Discussion and possible vote on appointment of Director of Health

The Board of Health interviewed three candidates for the Director of Health position and voted unanimously to appoint Debra Mulvenna, who had served as Acting Health Director for the past 13 months. The appointment was approved by a 3-0 vote. The meeting was otherwise limited to candidate interviews and discussion.

• Appointed Debra Mulvenna as Public Health Director (3-0)
• Interviewed candidates Christopher Buter, Ivan Kwagala, and Debra Mulvenna for the Director of Health position

Westfield Airport Commission

The August 8, 2024 meeting of the Westfield Airport Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board meeting scheduled for August 7, 2024, has been cancelled. The board will next meet on September 4, 2024.

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee will discuss a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an easement for a portion of Medeiros Way, and proposed revisions to city ordinances covering the Department of Public Works (Chapter 18) and city departments, boards, and officers (Section 9). The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Resolution to authorize mayor to execute an easement for a portion of Medeiros Way
• Revisions to City Ordinance Chapter 18 – Department of Public Works
• Revisions to City Ordinance Section 9 – City departments, boards, and officers

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss a federal grant. The body may vote to accept funds for acquiring avigation easements to address obstructions for Runway 15.

• Possible vote to accept FAA BIL Grant # 3-25-0052-065-2024 for $366,030.00

The Westfield Airport Commission voted unanimously to accept a Federal Aviation Administration Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grant of $366,030.00 for the acquisition of avigation easements on six properties near Runway 15. The meeting was a special session with no public participation and no other agenda items.

• Accepted FAA BIL Grant #3-25-0052-065-2024 for $366,030.00 (2-0)

Youth Commission

The Westfield Youth Commission will convene for a regular meeting covering roll call, approval of minutes, member status updates, old business, new business, and public participation. No specific decisions or notable agenda items are listed.

• No specific items listed; agenda consists of routine procedural items

Personnel Department

The Screening Committee of the Westfield Board of Health is meeting to consider or interview applicants for employment. This meeting will be conducted entirely in executive session.

• Executive session to interview applicants for employment

Hampden Charter School of Science

The board will discuss and vote on the adoption of bylaws, refinancing, and a 401K plan merger. The meeting also includes a vote on the Student Opportunity Act Plan and an amendment to the Accountability Plan.

• Adopting Bylaws
• Refinancing
• 401K Plan Merger
• Student Opportunity Act Plan
• Accountability Plan Amendment

Hampden Charter School of Science

The Hampden Charter School of Science board is holding a three-day retreat. Friday includes an annual overview for 2023-24, Saturday features board meetings, and Sunday is a board self-evaluation. The agenda contains only general sessions with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Annual Overview 2023-24 (Friday, July 19)
• Board Meeting (Saturday, July 20 – two sessions)
• Board Self Evaluation (Sunday, July 21)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will conduct investment performance reviews and provide an update on a Request for Proposals (RFP). The body will also process retirement and disability applications and handle bills payable.

• PRIM Investment Review and Monthly Performance Review
• RFP Update
• Approval of retirement and disability applications
• 91A Non-Compliance Hearings
• Retiree Affidavits to be sent end of August

The Westfield Contributory Retirement Board approved retirement applications and figures for several employees, accepted new members, and approved bills and warrants. The board also received an investment update and discussed disability applications and a hearing for a member who failed to file required paperwork.

• Approved bills and warrants totaling $2,351,902.26 (4-0)
• Accepted retirement applications for Susan Chojnowski and David Curran (4-0)
• Approved retirement figures for seven employees, including $74,746.20/year for Brian Sullivan (4-0)
• Accepted four new members into the retirement system (4-0)
• Granted refunds/transfers for four individuals (4-0)
• Tabled approval of June 20, 2024 minutes due to lack of quorum

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding landscaping at 114 Northridge Street and consider five enforcement orders for wetlands and buffer zone violations. The body will also discuss ordinance proposals and conservation restrictions with a DEP representative.

• Public hearing for landscaping at 114 Northridge Street
• Enforcement order for clearing at 0/275 North Elm
• Enforcement order for soil and vegetation disturbance at 0 Tannery Road
• Enforcement order for construction of an addition at 456 North Road
• Enforcement order for fill placement at 114 Northridge Road

The Westfield Conservation Commission continued multiple enforcement orders and Notice of Intent hearings to August 13, 2024, including the 114 Northridge Road violation case. The Commission issued a partial certificate of compliance for 4 Angelica Drive and closed the enforcement order at 456 North Road. All votes were unanimous (5-0) where recorded.

• Continued 0 Lockhouse Road NOI hearing to September 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued 114 Northridge Street NOI to August 13, 2024 for delineation (5-0)
• Continued 114 Northridge Road enforcement order to August 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Issued partial certificate of compliance for 4 Angelica Drive (4-0, DiCarlo recused)
• Continued 0/275 North Elm enforcement order to August 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued 0 Tannery Road enforcement order to August 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Closed 456 North Road enforcement order (5-0)
• Amended 246 Russellville Road enforcement order with restoration requirements (5-0)

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission will consider approving a second lease extension for Air Methods. They will also receive updates on the Taxiway B South project, the five-year capital improvement program (FY2025-FY2029), and the FY2025 airport department budget. Standard updates on engineering, operations, and noise program will be presented.

• Possible vote on Air Methods second lease extension
• Taxiway B South project update
• BAF Five Year FY2025-FY2029 Capital Improvement Program update
• BAF FY2025 Airport Department Budget update
• Noise Compatibility Study and Land Re-Use Plan updates

The Westfield Airport Commission approved a lease extension for Air Methods Corporation, with a roll call vote of 2-0. The commission also approved the June 20, 2024 meeting minutes. Other items were informational, including updates on the Taxiway B South project, the five-year capital improvement plan, and the FY2025 airport budget, which was approved by the City Council as presented.

• Approved Air Methods Corporation lease extension (2-0)
• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will conduct a regular meeting on July 16, 2024, continuing public hearings for several applications including a self-storage expansion at 264 Lockhouse Rd. and a new self-storage at Norton St./0 Lockhouse Rd., along with contractor shop proposals at 1026 Southampton Rd. and 254 Union St. The board will also review a special permit for lot access from 457 E. Main St. and a new application for access to 0 North Rd. from Southampton Rd. Additionally, the board will discuss a review of the Planning Board ordinance and appointment terms requested by Mayor McCabe.

• Continued public hearing: JML Storage, LLC – Site Plan & Stormwater Permit to expand self-storage at 264 Lockhouse Rd.
• Continued public hearing: C&M Builders – Site Plan & Stormwater Permit for self-storage at end of Norton St./0 Lockhouse Rd.
• Continued public hearing: Sovereign Builders – Special Permit/Site Plan/Stormwater for contractor shops at 1026 Southampton Rd.
• Continued public hearing: Massfield, LLC – Special Permit for lot access from 457 E. Main St. (Westfield Shops)
• New hearing: 254 Union Street, LLC – Site Plan & Stormwater Permit for contractor shop at 254 Union St./137 Woodcliff Dr.

Westfield Cultural Council

The Westfield Cultural Council is meeting primarily for procedural items: approval of previous meeting minutes, a treasurer's report, and verification of farmer's market appearances. Public participation is also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from May 21, 2024
• Treasurer's report
• Farmer's Market appearances verification

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The Commission for Citizens with Disabilities will review minutes from June, update on fine and forfeits accounts, discuss website links and a commission pamphlet, and review a meeting about the Cross Street All Access Playground. Members will also evaluate the disability table held at the 4th of July fireworks event. No votes on ordinances or spending are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024
• Update on Fine and Forfeits account
• Review of Cross Street All Access Playground meeting
• Review of 4th of July disability table at fireworks event
• Next meeting set for August 20 at 6:30 PM

Police Commission

The Westfield Police Commission meeting scheduled for July 15, 2024 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no items to consider.

Westfield Housing Authority

The Westfield Housing Authority will hold its annual meeting to elect new officers and discuss modernization updates. The agenda includes reviewing committee reports and communications from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. Bill payments for 400-1, 689, MRVP, and Section 8 programs will also be addressed.

• Election of Officers
• Modernization updates
• Bill payments for 400-1, 689, MRVP, and Section 8
• Communications from Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities

Council On Aging

The meeting includes a discussion of Goal #4 within the Strategic Plan. The Director will also provide a year-end review and an overview of changes to the budget process.

• Approval of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Strategic Plan Overview (Goal #4)
• Director's report on budget process changes
• Year-end review

Municipal Light Board

The board will review several quarterly utility reports, including gas sales and energy supply outlooks. Members will also address sub-committee assignments and community communications. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property negotiations.

• Discussion of a 12.5% - 125th Discount
• Review of Westfield Warm Update
• Review of Quarterly Power Line Publication
• Sub-committee assignments discussion
• Executive session regarding real property negotiations

Board of Health

The Board will review minutes from the June 12, 2024 meeting and approve monthly bills for the Health Department and Transfer Station. The agenda also includes discussions regarding body art regulations, permit fees, and a landfill billboard lease.

• Updated draft revision of City of Westfield Body Art Regulations
• Body Art Practitioner Permit Fee
• Billboards at landfill lease
• Capital Improvement Plan review
• Approval of monthly bills for Health Department and Transfer Station

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The only meeting scheduled for the month of July will be on July 23, 2024.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works Commissioners will discuss an easement on Medeiros Way for Jupiter Power Company. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding tree removal at 420 Paper Mill Road and a review of a stormwater management plan for 0 Lockhouse Road.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 420 Paper Mill Road
• Vote on Medeiros Way easement for Jupiter Power Company
• Stormwater Management Permit Plan for 0 Lockhouse Road
• Approval of Contract Signature Authority
• Discussion on changing the DPW Commission meeting day and time

Personnel Department

The Screening Committee of the Westfield Board of Health will meet in executive session to consider or interview applicants for employment or appointment. The committee will not return to open session following this meeting.

• Interviewing applicants for employment or appointment

City Council Finance Committee

The provided text contains only website navigation and a technical error message stating the agenda file could not be retrieved from the system. No specific items, proposals, or discussions are listed for this meeting.

Police Commission

The regular meeting originally scheduled for July 8, 2024, has been moved to July 15, 2024. This notice contains only the rescheduling announcement and no other agenda items.

• Rescheduling of the July 8, 2024, meeting to July 15, 2024

License Commission

The License Commission will consider an ownership change for Tribeca Gastro Bar & Grille. The meeting also includes reviews of one-day malt beverage licenses for the Westfield Fair and previously approved liquor licenses for Westfield State Dining.

• Ownership change application for Connecticut Valley Restaurant Group, Inc. (Tribeca Gastro Bar & Grille)
• One-day malt beverage licenses for Tin Bridge Brewing, LLC at the Westfield Fair
• Review of previously approved special one-day liquor licenses for Westfield State Dining

School Committee Subcommittee

The Facilities/Capital Planning Subcommittee will meet to determine the meeting schedule for the 2024-2025 school year. The committee will also receive an update on projects from the 2023-2024 period.

• Meeting schedule for the 2024-2025 school year
• Update on 2023-2024 projects

City Council

The City Council will consider several grants from the State 911 Department for public safety operations and equipment. The agenda also includes a proposed new fee schedule for the Building Department and a motion to review speed zone changes outside the core district.

• Grant of $1,040,343.00 for public safety personnel and operational costs
• Proposed new fee schedule for the Building Department
• Motion to review 25 MPH speed zone changes outside the core district
• Junk Dealer and Collector license applications for Sushis Thrift LLC
• Establishment of revolving accounts for Council on Aging services

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss funding for a new skate park and review a $900.00 donation to the skatepark account. The agenda also includes updates on memorial projects at Chauncey Allen Park and Parker Memorial Park.

• Discussion of funding for a new skate park
• $900.00 donation to Westfield Skatepark account
• Vietnam Veterans Agent Orange memorial stone at Parker Memorial Park
• Permit request for pickleball tournament fundraiser on July 13
• Request for military flags at Park Square

City Council

This agenda contains a notice of meeting date change. The City Council meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, July 4, 2024, has been moved to Monday, July 8, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

• Rescheduling of the July 4 City Council meeting

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board meeting originally scheduled for July 3, 2024, has been moved to July 10, 2024. The meeting is set to take place at 6:00 p.m.

• Rescheduling of the July 3, 2024, meeting to July 10, 2024

Youth Commission

The provided agenda contains only standard procedural items. No specific new business or projects are detailed in the document.

• Roll Call/Introduction of Members
• Meeting Minutes
• Status of Members
• Public Participation

Traffic Commission

The commission will consider requests for new traffic signals and 'No Turn on Red' designations at several intersections. The meeting also includes discussions on proposed city ordinances regarding engine brakes and crosswalk signage.

• Request for flashing red/yellow signal at Notre Dame @ Crown
• Proposed 'No Turn on Red' rules at various signaled intersections
• Proposed ordinance prohibiting all engine brake use within city limits
• Guardrail installation at 3 Union Ave to protect a residence
• Request to adjust 'No Parking' zone at Day Avenue @ W. Silver

Off-Street Parking Commission

The Commission will discuss a request from Northside Creamery to operate a food truck at the Elm Street Plaza and Lot. The Community Development Director will also provide updates on summer maintenance and the recent Elm Street Plaza event summary.

• Food truck license request for Northside Creamery at Elm Street Plaza
• Update on summer maintenance from Community Development Director
• Review of Elm Street Plaza event summary
• Approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of monthly bills

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Westfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit to rebuild or expand a porch at 55 Day Ave. The board will also review new applications and discuss a variance extension request for 0 Granville Rd.

• Special permit for porch expansion at 55 Day Ave.
• Variance extension request for house construction at 0 Granville Rd.

Conservation Commission

The Westfield Municipal Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for proposed contractor facilities at 254 Union Street and 103 Main Line Drive. The commission will also address several enforcement orders regarding unapproved clearing and construction. Additionally, the board will review the Land Management Plan for Tekoa Narrows.

• Public hearing for a contractor's shop at 254 Union Street & 139 Woodcliff Drive
• Public hearing for an expansion of a contractor yard at 103 Main Line Drive
• Enforcement order regarding unapproved clearing at 0/275 North Elm
• Enforcement order regarding unapproved construction at 465 North Road
• Review of the Land Management Plan for Tekoa Narrows

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss two real property leases. These discussions will take place during an executive session, and the commission does not intend to return to open session.

• Lease of Old Five Star Premises
• Lease of 20 Airport Road and adjacent land

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss updates regarding the Wyben Schoolhouse and progress toward the National Historic Registry. The meeting also includes cemetery updates for Old Burying Grounds and Owen District, as well as demolition notifications.

• Wyben Schoolhouse update
• National Historic Registry progress
• Cemetery updates (Old Burying Grounds and Owen District)
• Demolition Notification
• Westfield American Legion Post 124, Inc. discussion

Retirement Board

The Westfield Retirement Board will hold a regular meeting via conference call. The board will review monthly investment performance and approve routine administrative items including bills, minutes, and retirement applications.

• Monthly investment performance review
• Approval of retirement and disability applications
• FY 25 Appropriation Billing

City Council

The City Council will consider a $4 million appropriation intended to reduce the FY25 tax rate. The agenda also includes land acquisitions for a new police station and zoning amendments regarding signs. Additionally, the council will review grants for fire safety and digital equity planning.

• $4,000,000 appropriation to reduce the FY25 tax rate
• Land purchase at 6 Union Street, 24 Union Street, and 9 Columbia Street for a new police station
• Zoning ordinance amendments regarding electronic message signs and municipal facility signs
• $71,091 grant for a municipal digital equity planning program
• Bond Order amendment for constructing a new Franklin Avenue School

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The committee will consider resolutions for land acquisition at 6 Union Street, 24 Union Street, and 9 Columbia Street to build a new police station. The agenda also includes reviewing a TIF agreement for 323 Lockhouse Road and establishing several Council on Aging revolving accounts.

• Land acquisition at 6 Union St, 24 Union St, and 9 Columbia St for a new police station
• TIF agreement resolution for SL323 Lockhouse Road LLC
• Grant acceptance of up to $71,091.00 for digital equity planning
• Establishment of four Council on Aging revolving accounts
• Review of rental property ordinances

City Council Finance Committee

The committee will consider appropriations to cover deficits in Department of Public Works snow and ice accounts. The agenda also includes a $758,083.33 appropriation for land at 6 Union Street, 24 Union Street, and 9 Columbia Street for a new police station. A proposed fee schedule for the Building Department will be presented.

• $758,083.33 appropriation for land at 6 Union Street, 24 Union Street, and 9 Columbia Street
• $617,753.81 appropriation to DPW Snow and Ice Purchase of Services Account
• $175,242.44 appropriation to DPW Snow and Ice Supplies Account
• Proposed Building Department fee schedule

Westfield Airport Commission

The Westfield Airport Commission will discuss the FY2025 airport budget and fee schedule. The agenda includes updates on electric aircraft charging stations and an FAA inspection review. Members will also address a request for static aircraft at the new main gate.

• Possible vote on FY2025 Airport Fee Schedule Review
• Possible vote on Contract Signature Authority
• Update on BETA Technologies/Atlantic Aviation electric aircraft charging station
• Review of 2024 FAA Part 139 Airport Inspection
• ANG request for static aircraft at New Main Gate

Traffic Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for June 19, 2024, has been moved to Wednesday, June 26, 2024, due to a holiday. This notice contains only procedural information regarding the schedule change.

• Rescheduling of the June 19 meeting to June 26

Westfield Cultural Council

The Westfield Cultural Council meeting scheduled for June 18, 2024, has been cancelled due to election activity. The next meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2024, at 7 pm.

• Cancellation of the June 18, 2024, meeting

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The Commission for Citizens with Disabilities will meet to approve minutes from May 21, 2024. The agenda includes an update on fine and forfeit accounts and a vote on a Nami liaison.

• Vote on Nami liaison
• Fine and forfeits account update
• Review of website links and commission pamphlet

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board is conducting a special meeting to review the subdivision closeout and covenant release for ‘Pezzini Estates’ regarding Dox Rd. Improvements.

• Subdivision closeout review/covenant release for ‘Pezzini Estates’/Dox Rd. Improvements

School Committee

The committee will review updates to teacher evaluation and stipends for Unit A teachers. Members will also consider policies regarding school choice and non-resident student admission.

• First reading of policies for public comment and school choice
• Rescinding policy JFAB on non-resident student admission
• Approval of teacher evaluation system and stipends (WEA Unit A)
• License agreement for use of Westfield High School pool
• Acceptance of MA Skills Capital Grant

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold an executive session on June 17, 2024. The committee will approve minutes from the June 4 meeting and discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation involving the Westfield Education Association Unit A.

• Approval of June 4, 2024, executive session minutes
• Discussion of bargaining or litigation strategy with Westfield Education Association Unit A (teachers)

School Committee Subcommittee

The Instruction & Curriculum Subcommittee will review a high-level Scope and Sequence document. The subcommittee will also receive a presentation on data collection methods used to assess district effectiveness. Additionally, members will discuss planning topics for future meetings, including program updates and strategic priorities.

• Review of high level Scope and Sequence document
• Presentation on data collection for assessing district effectiveness
• Discussion of topics for upcoming meetings

Personnel Department

The Screening Committee of the Westfield Board of Health will meet to assign a chair and secretary. The committee will also enter an executive session to consider or interview applicants for employment or appointment.

• Assignment of a committee chair and secretary
• Executive session to consider or interview job applicants

City Council Zoning, Planning and Development Committee

The committee will consider two petitions from the Planning Board regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. These proposals seek to relax permitting requirements for electronic messaging signs and signs at municipal facilities.

• Petition to relax permitting of electronic messaging signs (8-10.2 (1c))
• Petition to relax permitting of signs for municipal facilities (8-10.2)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annual budget submitted by the Mayor. The Finance Committee is also scheduled to report on Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Reconciliation.

• Public Hearing on the annual budget
• Finance Committee Report on Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Reconciliation

Retirement Board

The Westfield Retirement Board met via conference call to discuss investment trades. The board reviewed recommendations to sell specific index funds to provide cash for capital calls and monthly bills.

• Sale of $3m SSGA S&P 500 Equal Weight Index
• Sale of $2m SSGA Russell 1000 Index

Hampden Charter School of Science

The Hampden Charter School of Science Board will meet to discuss mortgage consolidation, refinancing, and a loan beyond the charter term. The board will also vote on the 2024-25 school calendar and trustee term renewals. A CEO report covering enrollment, academics, and personnel will be presented.

• Mortgage consolidation and refinancing discussion and vote
• Commissioner's approval of a loan beyond the charter term
• Approval of the 2024-25 school calendar
• Trustee term renewal discussion and vote
• CEO report on enrollment, academics, and personnel

City Council Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear updates from several city departments including Engineering, DPW, and Sewerage. The agenda also includes a report on Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB).

• Engineering and flood control updates
• DPW administration and highway reports
• Sewer and storm water enterprise funds
• Airport update
• Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) report

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health will review meeting minutes and monthly bills for the Health Department and Transfer Station. The board is also scheduled to discuss updated body art regulations, permit fees, and nuisance or bee regulations.

• Review and approval of April 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review and signing of monthly bills for the Health Department and Transfer Station
• Draft review of updated City of Westfield Body Art Regulations
• Discussion of Body Art Practitioner Permit Fee
• Discussion of nuisance/bee regulations

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review the May monthly abatement and commitment reports. The meeting also includes an executive session for discussions or possible votes on abatement and exemption applications.

• Approval of May monthly abatement/commitment reports
• Signing of roll back tax
• Executive session regarding abatement and exemption applications

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several requests for septic system replacements, tree removals, and construction projects within protected wetland zones. Members will also address multiple enforcement orders regarding unapproved land disturbances and construction. Additionally, the commission will discuss the FY25 budget and a land management plan for Tekoa Narrows.

• Construction of a self-storage facility at 0 Lockhouse Road
• Proposal for a contractor's shop at 254 Union Street & 139 Woodcliff Drive
• Expansion of an existing contractor yard at 103 Mainline Drive
• Enforcement orders regarding unapproved clearing and construction at various locations
• Review of the FY25 budget

Board of Public Works

The Board will discuss FY25 division budgets and review the status of Gifford Avenue as a public roadway. The meeting also includes a public hearing for tree removal at 420 Papermill Road.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 420 Papermill Road
• Discussion on stormwater permit exemptions for 136 Wild Flower Circle and 0 Munger Hill Rd
• Review of Gifford Avenue's acceptance as a public roadway
• Recommendation of FY25 Public Works Division budgets

Westfield Technical Academy

The Culinary Arts Program Advisory Committee will discuss program updates, including freshman enrollment and upcoming student exams. The meeting also covers catering operations and equipment donations.

• Price increases for Tiger’s Pride & Catering Events
• Donation of a Cappuccino Espresso Machine from Westfield State University
• ServSafe Exam scheduled for January 17th
• Discussion regarding a Catering Transportation Van
• Update on credit cards

Police Commission

The Police Commission will consider the appointment of several traffic control officers and one special officer. The meeting also includes an update on a plaque for former Chief Lawrence Valliere and the approval of May 1, 2024 minutes.

• Appointment of traffic control officers William Ullrich, Americo DiLorenzo, Matthew Hartmann, Angel Laroux, and Frank Gaulin
• Appointment of special officer Ian Jalbert
• Update on plaque for former Chief Lawrence Valliere
• Approval of May 1, 2024 minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Westfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several permits and projects. Key items include a lacrosse permit for Boardman Field, a dedication date for Barbara Swords Park, a grant deadline for the skatepark, a new permit for Bullens Field, and a pickleball tournament permit. The meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2024, at City Hall.

• Permit for Rewards School of Lacrosse at Boardman Field, June 11–July 26, 5–8 p.m., Tues–Thurs
• Dedication date for Barbara Swords Park proposed for June 20 at 11 a.m.
• PARC grant deadline for Skatepark
• New permit for Bullens Field
• Pickleball tournament permit for Municipal Playground on July 20

Westfield Technical Academy

The Westfield Technical Academy Advisory Committee will review meeting minutes and discuss the status of a co-op survey letter. The committee will also discuss ways to improve board member attendance.

• Status report on co-op survey letter from Matt York and Mike Durkee Sr.
• Discussion regarding shop progress and equipment
• Discussion on improving board member attendance

Council On Aging

The board will review minutes from the May 13, 2024 meeting and hear a nutrition update for Highland Valley Elder Services. Discussion also includes an overview of Strategic Plan Goal #3 and paper towels in public restrooms.

• Highland Valley Elder Services nutrition meeting update
• Strategic Plan Goal #3 overview
• Paper towels in public restrooms

License Commission

The Westfield License Commission will review a special license request for Daggers Meadery to sell products at the Westfield Farmers Market and approve a one-day malt beverage permit for the 96th annual Westfield Fair. These approvals determine which vendors may serve alcohol at local summer events attended by residents. The body will also process administrative updates for two auto dealerships, receive police incident reports, and note an Off-Street Parking Commission approval for summer concerts in Elm Street Plaza.

• Special license request for Daggers Meadery to sell at the Westfield Farmers Market, Church of Atonement, 36 Court Street, Thursdays June 6–Oct 17
• One-day malt beverage license approval for the 96th annual Westfield Fair at Westfield Fairgrounds, Aug 16–18
• Change of officers for William H. Fenton, Inc, 174 Main Street (Class 2 Auto Dealer)
• Ownership update paperwork for Railroad Auto Recycling, 19 Railroad Ave (Class 2 and Class 3 Auto Dealer)
• Off-Street Parking Commission approval letter for ArtWorks Friday night concerts in Elm Street Plaza (June–August)

City Council

The Westfield City Council will hold a public hearing on June 6, 2024, at the Municipal Building. The council is considering a Planning Board petition to amend zoning ordinance section 8-10.1&2. The proposed amendment would change how permits are issued for electronic message signs and signs at municipal facilities. Adjustments to these permitting rules may affect property owners, businesses, and city departments that install or maintain such displays.

• Public hearing on June 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Room 207, Municipal Building, 59 Court St., Westfield, MA
• Planning Board petition to amend zoning ordinance section 8-10.1&2
• Proposed changes to permitting rules for electronic message signs and municipal facility signs

City Council

The Westfield City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an application for a contractor's yard with associated site improvements. The request includes a Special Permit, Site Plan Approval, and Stormwater Permit for the property located at 0 North Road. The application was submitted by RYMC, LLC.

• Public hearing for a contractor’s yard at 0 North Road
• Application for Special Permit, Site Plan Approval, and Stormwater Permit

City Council

The council will review a proposal to spend $758,083.33 to purchase land for a new police station. The agenda also includes zoning hearings for electronic signs and a contractor's yard, alongside various fund appropriations for public works and police equipment.

• $758,083.33 appropriation to purchase land for a new police station
• Public hearing on zoning amendments for electronic message signs
• $87,432.00 appropriation for new police department duty weapons
• $88,627.78 appropriation for Highland Avenue repaving structures
• Public hearing for a contractor's yard at 0 North Road

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The committee will consider an agreement with Easthampton for animal control services. It will also review the acceptance of a donated ambulance simulator for the Police Department and a deed for 31 Bristol Street.

• Intermunicipal Agreement with Easthampton for animal control services
• Acceptance of a 1993 Ford F350 Blue Ambulance Simulator donation from Westfield State University
• Authorization of a Confirmatory Deed for 31 Bristol Street

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee will meet to hear presentations from various municipal departments and local organizations. No specific legislative actions or budget decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Reports from Animal Control, Veterans Services, and the Council on Aging
• Presentation from the Westfield Athenaeum
• Updates from PEG Programming and Conservation Commission

Emergency Planning Committee

The Westfield Local Emergency Planning Committee will review upcoming June events and departmental reports. The meeting also includes discussions regarding grant funds and emergency management updates.

• Discussion of an emergency drill by WG&E
• Creation of a standardized process for city events
• Upcoming June 9th Ironman and June 29th fireworks
• Updates on grant funds

Municipal Light Board

The board will review monthly financial reports and the Energy Stabilization Funds Quarterly Report. Members will discuss the energy supply outlook and the upcoming Ward 5 special election. The meeting also includes a discussion on supplementing WCF customers.

• Gas Energy Savings Credit Program review
• Energy Supply Outlook report
• Energy Stabilization Funds Quarterly Report
• Ward 5 Special Election discussion
• Property discussion in executive session

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Westfield Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings on various property use and setback requests. Applications include a change to a thrift store at 54-56 Washington St. and the addition of a second dwelling unit at 15 Noble Ave. The board may also consider a variance extension for 0 Harold Ave.

• Special permit for a thrift store and storage containers at 54-56 Washington St.
• Special permit to add a second dwelling unit at 15 Noble Ave.
• Special permits for garage additions or detached garages at 46 Vadnais St., 256 Northwest Rd., and 312 E. Mountain Rd.
• Variance extension request for house construction at 0 Harold Ave.
• Rule adoption regarding City Planner administrative authority

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee meeting consists of departmental updates and reports. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on this agenda.

• Building, plumbing, and electrical updates
• Community Development and planning reports
• Health and transfer station updates

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold public hearings on multiple development applications. These include requests for a self-storage facility at Norton St./0 Lockhouse Rd. and a contractors' shops facility at 1026 Southampton Rd. The board will also review a ground sign permit for City Hall.

• Site plan approval for a self-storage facility at Norton St./0 Lockhouse Rd.
• Special permit for a ground sign at Westfield City Hall (59 Court St.)
• Special permit and site plan approval for contractors' shops at 1026 Southampton Rd.
• Special permit for access to a lot at 457 E. Main St.
• Compliance reviews for 1090 Southampton Rd. and 33 Airport Dr.

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will meet on June 4, 2024, to review several administrative items. Proposed actions include approving a tentative Westfield High School trip to the University of New Hampshire and reviewing home school application #172.

• Approval of home school application #172 for the 2023-2024 school year
• Approval of a tentative Westfield High School trip to University of New Hampshire
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Report of weekly signed warrants
• Approval of Non-Contract Benefits

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will hold an executive session on June 4 and will not reconvene in open session. The meeting includes approving May 20, 2024, executive session minutes and conducting strategy sessions for negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Approval of May 20, 2024, executive session minutes
• Strategy sessions regarding negotiations with nonunion personnel

School Committee Subcommittee

The Human Resources & Policy Subcommittee will meet to address several school committee policies. The agenda includes items regarding public comment procedures, school choice, and the admission of non-resident students.

• Policy BEDH: Public Comment at School Committee meetings
• Policy JFBB: School Choice
• Policy JFAB: Admission of Non-Resident Students

Westfield Redevelopment Authority

The Westfield Redevelopment Authority will review the February 6, 2024 meeting minutes and a financial summary. The agenda includes an update on the Elm Street Plaza Project and a discussion regarding a possible vote to submit a Community One-Stop application for Riverfront District pre-development assistance.

• Approval of February 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• WRA Financial Summary report
• Elm Street Plaza Project update
• Possible vote on Riverfront District pre-development assistance application

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee is considering several funding requests using Free Cash. These items include purchases for the police department, public works maintenance, and the Columbia Greenway Rail Trail. The committee will also address a bond order amendment for the new Franklin Avenue School.

• Bond Order Amendment No. 3097 for the new Franklin Avenue School
• $87,432.00 for new police duty weapons
• $87,493.32 for two Workman UTX vehicles for Columbia Greenway Rail Trail maintenance
• $88,627.78 for structures required for the Highland Avenue repaving project
• $17,185.00 to replace grease interceptors at the Senior Center

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee will meet to hear reports from Information Technology and public safety departments. The session includes updates from the Police, Fire and Ambulance, and Public Safety Communication sectors.

• Information Tech report by Lenore Bernashe
• Police and Traffic Control report by Chief Jerome Pitoniak
• Public Safety Communication report by Nina Barszcz
• Fire and Ambulance report by Chief Patrick Egloff

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to conduct business including a review of meeting minutes and member status. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific projects or proposals listed.

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee will review proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The meeting includes financial overviews from the City Assessor, Collector/Treasurer, and Auditor.

• Mayor Michael McCabe submitting amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Financial overview by City Assessor Ashlie Brown
• Financial overview by City Collector/Treasurer Matt Barnes
• Financial overview by City Auditor Vicki Leigh Moro
• School Department report by Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will conduct a monthly performance review and discuss the need for a Request for Proposals (RFP) regarding international equity. The board is also scheduled to review and approve the 2023 Annual Statement. Additional business includes processing retirement and disability applications.

• Discussion of RFP for International Equity
• Review and approval of 2023 Annual Statement
• Approval of retirement and disability applications
• Monthly investment performance review
• Approval of bills payable and warrants

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public meetings and hearings regarding proposed construction and landscaping projects in protected jurisdictional areas. The body will also address enforcement orders for unauthorized clearing of wetlands and floodplains.

• Public hearing for self-storage facility at 0 Lockhouse Road (continued to June 11, 2024)
• Public hearing for contractor yard at 0 North Road
• Public hearing for building addition at 221 Union Street
• Enforcement orders for unauthorized clearing at 0/275 North Elm, 0 Tannery Road, and 40 Skyline Drive
• Discussion of Tighe and Bond Technical Review of proposed ordinance and regulations

City Council Zoning, Planning and Development Committee

The Zoning, Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider permit applications for a truck terminal. The body will review special permit, site plan approval, and stormwater permit requests for the site.

• Special Permit, Site Plan Approval and Stormwater Permit applications for a truck terminal at 209 Lockhouse Road submitted by DM Express, LLC

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on several site plan approvals and a zoning ordinance amendment. The board is considering permits for storage facilities, a contractor's shop, and municipal signage.

• C&M Builders & Real Estate LLC: self-storage facility at Norton St./0 Lockhouse Rd.
• City of Westfield: ground sign at 59 Court St.
• Codry Realty, Inc.: contractor’s shop at 19 Airport Dr.
• JML Storage, LLC: expansion of self-storage facility at 264 Lockhouse Rd.
• Proposed zoning ordinance amendment to relax permitting for electronic message signs and municipal facility signs

Westfield Cultural Council

The Westfield Cultural Council will meet to discuss new business including Articulture surveys and farmer's market appearances. The body will also plan a grant class scheduled for September.

• Review of surveys from Articulture
• Discussion of farmer's market appearances
• Planning for September grant class

City Council Personnel Action Committee

The City Council Personnel Action Committee is meeting to process the reappointment of two members to city commissions. These actions determine who will serve on the Historical and License commissions.

• Reappointment of Michael Ingraham to the Historical Commission (term expires June 2027)
• Reappointment of Edward Diaz to the License Commission (term expires June 2030)

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The Commission for Citizens with Disabilities will meet to review an access complaint regarding Circuit Coffee. The body will also discuss a possible liaison membership with Nami and updates to website links and pamphlets.

• Access complaint regarding Circuit Coffee
• Possible liaison membership with Nami
• Updates to website links and Commission pamphlet
• Account update for Fine and Forfeits

School Committee

The School Committee will vote on the closure of the Westfield Virtual School. The body will also consider employment agreements for the Director of Finance and teachers, as well as budget transfers and grant acceptances.

• Vote on the closure of the Westfield Virtual School
• Employment Agreement for Shannon Barry, Director of Finance (July 1, 2024-June 30, 2026)
• Employment Agreement and two Memorandum of Agreements with Westfield Education Association Unit A
• Acceptance of 2024 FAFSA Completion Grant and Vacation Acceleration Academies Grant
• Approval of field trips to Atlanta, Georgia and North Granby, Connecticut

School Committee

The Westfield School Committee will meet in executive session to discuss personnel and labor strategy. The meeting includes discussions regarding collective bargaining and specific employment contracts.

• Approval of May 6, 2024 executive session minutes
• Collective bargaining strategy for Westfield Education Association Unit A (teachers)
• Contract negotiations with School Business Administrator Shannon Barry

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review updates on the Wyben Schoolhouse and burying ground cleanup. The body will also consider a presentation request from the Trustees of the Westfield Athenaeum and discuss the Owen Cemetery Wall.

• Presentation request from Linda Saltus, Chair of Building Committee and Board for the Trustees of the Westfield Athenaeum
• Owen Cemetery Wall discussion
• Wyben Schoolhouse update and fundraising opportunities
• Demolition Permit review
• American Revolution 250 discussion

City Council

The City Council will review the FY2025 budget and consider multiple appropriations from Free Cash for public safety, public works, and senior services. The body will also address zoning amendments and public hearings for commercial site permits.

• Appropriation of $88,627.78 for repaving structures on Highland Avenue
• Appropriation of $87,432.00 for new police duty weapons
• Public hearing for a truck terminal at 209 Lockhouse Road
• Bond Order for constructing a new Franklin Avenue School
• Intermunicipal Agreement with the City of Easthampton for animal control services

City Council Finance Committee

The City Council Finance Committee is reviewing several appropriations from Free Cash and the acceptance of state grants. These funds are intended for infrastructure upgrades and emergency equipment.

• Appropriation of $125,000.00 for a new generator at the Technology Center
• Appropriation of $108,708.15 for the Fire Department alarm receiving system replacement
• $50,000.00 grant for solar powered compactor bins for the DPW Parks and Recreation Division
• $20,150.00 Emergency Management Performance Grant for first responder equipment

Off-Street Parking Commission

The Off-Street Parking Commission will discuss and potentially vote on food truck licenses for the Elm Street Plaza. The body will also review the FY 2025 budget and receive updates on summer maintenance.

• Request for Classic Grille (815 Blandford Rd, Russell, MA) to operate a food truck in Elm Street Plaza
• Request for Northside Creamery (519 Southampton Rd, Westfield, MA) to operate a food truck in Elm Street Plaza
• Discussion of FY 2025 Off-Street Parking Commission budget
• Update on Elm Street Plaza Event Summary
• Approval of monthly bills

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss the adoption of several private roads into the city system. Members will also consider rate increases for stormwater and waste collection fees. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a tree removal request on Whispering Wind Road.

• Public hearing for maple tree removal at 30 Whispering Wind Road
• Vote on accepting Scenic Road, Pheasant Way, Gifford Avenue, and Edward Street as city streets
• Possible rate increase for Waste Collection and Stormwater fees
• Discussion on Stormwater Protocol and Stormwater Permit acceptance

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public meetings and hearings regarding proposed construction and installations in jurisdictional areas. The body will also address several enforcement orders related to soil disturbance and debris dumping in wetlands and riverfront areas.

• Public hearings for a storage facility at 0 Lockhouse Road and a truck terminal at 209 Lockhouse Road
• Public hearings for a contractor yard at 0 North Road and a building addition at 221 Union Street
• Public meetings for pool installations at 495 Granville Road and 28 Greenwood Street
• Enforcement orders for violations at 114 Northridge Road, 430 Papermill Road, and 233 Union Street
• Enforcement orders for violations at 0 Lockhouse Road and 0 North Elm

Franklin Avenue Project School Building Committee Meeting

The School Building Committee will meet to receive updates from the Owner Project Manager and the Architect regarding the Franklin Avenue Project. The committee is scheduled to vote on a school sign and sound panel pictures.

• Vote on school sign
• Vote on sound panel pictures
• Update on FFE package from Architect
• Update from Owner Project Manager (OPM)

Police Commission

The Police Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2024, has been cancelled.

Council On Aging

The Westfield Council on Aging Board will meet to conduct board elections and review minutes. The board will discuss and vote on using Highland Valley Elder Services for curbside meals starting around July 1, 2024.

• Board nominations and elections
• Vote on moving forward with Highland Valley Elder Services for Curbside Meals beginning about July 1, 2024
• Discussion of Highland Valley Elder Service meals samples
• Nutrition meeting update regarding Highland Valley Elder Services

License Commission

The License Commission will conduct public hearings regarding ownership changes for Starfire's Concession and a premises alteration for Shortstop Bar & Grill. The body will also review several requests for special one-day liquor licenses and an entertainment license for the American Legion.

• Public hearing for change of manager and ownership for Starfire's Concession, LLC at 135 King Street
• Public hearing for premises alteration for Shortstop Bar & Grill, LLC at 99 Springfield Road
• Special one-day liquor license requests for Westfield Woman's Club, Friends of Grandmothers Garden, YMCA of Greater Westfield, Skyline Beer Company, White Lion Brewing Company, and Westfield State Dining
• Entertainment license review for American Legion
• ABCC advisories on outdoor alcoholic beverage service and off-premise mixed drink sales

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss various facility improvements and requests for city parks. Items include a skatepark cost estimate and the potential addition of a batting cage and pickleball practice wall.

• Acceptance of $1,100 in collected donations for the skatepark account
• Request for a second batting cage at Sadie Knox ballfield, funded by Westfield Little League
• Request for a practice wall at the Municipal pickleball courts
• Request to place a storage container at Chapman Playground for girls’ lacrosse
• Proposed June 29 dedication of "Chico field" at Whitney field

Westfield Housing Authority

The Westfield Housing Authority will hold a special meeting to review quarterly operating statements and bill payments. The board will also discuss modernization updates and year-end statements.

• Quarterly Operating Statements as of 3-31-24
• Bill payments for MRVP and Section 8
• Modernization updates
• Year End Statements as of 3-31-24
• Communications from Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities regarding auditors

Westfield Airport Commission

The commission will review the FY2025 Airport Department budget and an update on the designer selection for the WTA Hangar feasibility and design. Members may vote on a lease renewal for FlyLUGU Terminal Building Office #111 and a change to the meeting start time.

• FY2025 Airport Department Budget Update
• RFQ Designer Selection for WTA Hangar Feasibility/Design
• FlyLUGU Terminal Building Office #111 Lease Renewal vote
• BAF FAA Part 139 Airport Inspection scheduled for June 12-14 2024
• Performance review for Airport Manager Christopher Willenborg

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve monthly abatement and commitment reports. The board will also consider a roll back and partial release for a property at 0 Montgomery Rd. An executive session is scheduled to discuss abatement and exemption applications.

• Roll Back & Partial Release: 0 Montgomery Rd
• Approval of April monthly abatement/commitment reports
• Executive session on Abatement and Exemption Applications

City Council Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Committee will meet via teleconference to continue discussions on several old business items. These include zoning ordinances for water resource protection and regulations regarding septic and sewer systems.

• Water Resources Protection District Zoning Ordinance
• Septic / Sewer Regulation / Ordinance
• Conservation Plan
• BAPAC

City Council Legislative and Ordinance Committee

The Legislative and Ordinance Committee is reviewing requests to reduce notice periods for agricultural preservation projects and a tax increment financing agreement. The body will also discuss revisions to city ordinances regarding the Department of Public Works and city departments.

• TIF agreement for SL323 Lockhouse Road LLC at 323 Lockhouse Road
• Notice period reduction for agricultural preservation at 354 Root Road
• Notice period reduction for agricultural preservation on North Road
• Powdermill Brook Watershed Agreement Supplemental Watershed Agreement (Supplement No. 2)
• Revisions to City Ordinance Chapter 18 (DPW) and Section 9 (City departments, boards, and officers)

Board of Health

The Board of Health meeting scheduled for May 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2024.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a self-storage facility at Norton St./Lockhouse Rd. and an office-to-residential conversion at 70 Court St. The meeting also includes a request for a ground sign at City Hall and a discussion on truck terminal restrictions.

• Site Plan Approval & Stormwater Permit: self-storage facility at Norton St./Lockhouse Rd.
• Special Permit: office building conversion to residential use at 70 Court St.
• Special Permit: ground sign at Westfield City Hall (59 Court St.)
• Compliance review: 1090 Southampton Rd.
• Discussion of potential restriction for truck terminals/truck-generating uses