Clinton public meetings in 2023

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review director reports and personnel updates. The board is scheduled to discuss the potential hiring of a professional fundraiser.

• Discussion on hiring a professional fundraiser
• MPLCP Grant Application update
• Personnel update

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation. The board will also receive an investment consultant report from Stanley Starr Jr.

• MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report by Stanley Starr Jr.
• Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation. The board will also examine an investment consultant report from Stanley Starr Jr.

• Stanley Starr Jr. MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
• Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
• Review of minutes
• Review of monthly correspondence

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several Notices of Intent for various properties. The body will also review a report from the Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee.

• Notice of Intent: Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane (Woodland View LLC)
• Notice of Intent: 474 Main Street (CIG 218 Shrewsbury, LLC/ Jack’s Mill)
• Notice of Intent: 250 Coachlace Pond (Chaves and Low Realty Company, LLC)
• Notice of Intent: 222 Grove Street (Janet Carpenter)
• Notice of Intent: 42 Henry Street (George Baberkov) and 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty, LLC)

Permanent Building Committee

The Permanent Building Committee and School Building Sub-Committee are meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body will consider approving several invoices and a contract amendment.

• DWMP November Invoice No.016 for $15,000.00
• LPA|A November Invoice No. 011 for $57,040.00
• LPA|A Amendment No.006 request for $4,950.00
• Senior Center Carriage House Design Services
• Construction Management @ Risk Update

Permanent Building Committee

The Permanent Building Committee and School Building Sub-Committee are meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body will vote on previous meeting minutes and specific project invoices.

• DWMP November Invoice No.016 for $15,000.00
• LPA|A November Invoice No. 011 for $57,040.00
• LPA|A Amendment No.006 request for $4,950.00
• Senior Center Carriage House Design Services
• Discussion on Geothermal, PV, and security updates

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss advocacy opportunities and a capital campaign for potential donors and board members. The group will also discuss environmental justice and advocacy.

• Discussion of capital campaign donor and board member outreach
• Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates to library rules. The body will review policies regarding animal access, community room usage, and internet use.

• Review of amended animal policy
• Update to community room usage policy
• Review of Internet Use Policy

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) recommendations focusing on technology improvements. The meeting also includes administrative business and license renewals.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Recommendations for Technology Improvements
• 2024 Annual License Renewals including Liquor Licenses, Common Victualler Licenses, and various vehicle dealer licenses

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee will review land maintenance, budget, and climate resiliency updates. The body will also discuss the concept and feasibility of tiny forests.

• FY 24 Budget
• Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
• Tiny Forests concept and feasibility discussion
• Invasive Species Control update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol
• Clinton’s Open Space and Recreation Plan update

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission will meet to review a study regarding the Fuller Field House and discuss updating signage. The commission will also review minutes from the November 8, 2023, meeting.

• Fuller Field House Study review
• Signage updating

Permanent Building Committee

The Permanent Building Committee is conducting interviews for a Construction Manager at Risk for the Clinton Middle School project. Three firms are scheduled for interviews during the meeting.

• Interview with Fontaine Bros (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
• Interview with Consigli Construction (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
• Interview with Shawmut Design and Construction (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)

Library Board of Trustees Building Subcommitte

The Board of Library Trustees Building Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential sites for a library project. The group will also review the process for the project and strategies for raising awareness and informing stakeholders.

• Discussion of potential sites
• Discussion of potential committee members
• Development of a stakeholder communication approach
• Creation of a building project-specific website

Housing Authority

The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to authorize bill payments and review the Executive Director's report. The body is deciding on the 2024 rubbish contract and accounting services contracts for federal and state levels.

• Award of Rubbish Contract for 2024
• Approval of Federal and State Contracts for Accounting Services

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates to library regulations. The body will review policies regarding animal access, community room usage, and internet use.

• Review of amended animal policy
• Update on community room usage
• Review of Internet Use Policy

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider a variance request for Bailey S & L, LLC. The board will also address old business, including minutes and compliance issues.

• Variance request for Bailey S & L, LLC at 454 Wilson Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review housing complaints and abandoned properties. The board will also hold a budget discussion and provide an update on Fairview St.

• Update on Fairview St.
• Budget Discussion
• Abandoned Property Review
• Housing Complaints

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a site plan review for 129 Allen Street. The meeting includes discussions regarding Jack’s Mill at 476 Main Street and various permit updates.

• Site Plan Review: Clinton Enterprise, LLC & James Tomolo Jr., 129 Allen Street
• Special Permit: Town of Clinton at 100 West Boylston Street, 555 Main Street, and 176 Chestnut Street
• Jack’s Mill Update: James Cunningham, 476 Main Street (Phase I, Phase II & Phase III)
• Permit discussion: Woodlands — Todd Stiff

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a site plan review for Clinton Enterprise, LLC and James Tomolo Jr. The board will also consider special permits for several town locations and receive an update on Jack’s Mill.

• Site Plan Review: 129 Allen Street
• Special Permits: 100 West Boylston Street, 555 Main Street, and 176 Chestnut Street
• Update on Jack’s Mill (476 Main Street — Phase I, II, & III)
• Discussion on Woodlands permits with Todd Stiff

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by the Town of Clinton. The town is seeking a Special Permit to install internally-illuminated LED community message boards at three specific locations.

• Proposed LED message board at 100 West Boylston (Map 132-3659)
• Proposed LED message board at 555 Main Street (Map 2-3858)
• Proposed LED message board at 176 Chestnut Street (Map 56-3663)

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet to address old business, new business, and training. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion.

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the School Committee regarding a board vacancy and a middle school building project update. The agenda includes a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024 Tax Classification and discussions on road paving bids and technology assessments.

• Middle School Building Project Update
• Fiscal Year 2024 Tax Classification Public Hearing
• Class II Vehicle Dealer New License Hearing: Papa Auto LLC (1177 Main Street)
• 2024 Paving Bids & Schedule
• Police Federal Law Enforcement Fund Transfer Request

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to receive reports from investment consultants and review monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliations. The meeting includes a review of minutes and correspondence.

• Investment report from Stanley Starr Jr. and Francesco Daniele
• Monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review the Director's report and subcommittee updates. The board is scheduled to discuss the potential hiring of a professional fundraiser.

• Discussion on hiring a professional fundraiser
• Update on MPLCP Grant Application
• Reports from Building, Advocacy, and Policy subcommittees

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee will review survey and community meeting results. The body will hold a facilitated discussion on plan goals and organize a second public forum.

• Review of online survey results
• Crowdsource mapping
• Discussion of OSRP goals
• Planning for Public Forum #2

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several continuing and new Notices of Intent for various properties. The body will also receive a report from the Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee.

• Notice of Intent: Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane (Woodland View LLC)
• Notice of Intent: 474 Main Street (CIG 218 Shrewsbury, LLC/ Jack’s Mill)
• Notice of Intent: 250 Coachlace Pond (Chaves and Low Realty Company, LLC)
• Notice of Intent: 42 Henry Street (George Baberkov)
• Notice of Intent: 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty, LLC)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a hearing for a Class II Vehicle Dealer New License at 1177 Main Street. The meeting also includes discussions on American Rescue Plan Act recommendations and water, sewer, and trash abatements totaling $1,934.12.

• Class II Vehicle Dealer New License Hearing for Papa Auto LLC at 1177 Main Street
• $1,934.12 in Water/Sewer/Trash Abatements
• Proposed Civil Rights Complaint Policy
• American Rescue Plan Act Recommendations
• Municipal Vehicle Use Policy discussion

Library Board of Trustees Building Subcommitte

The Bigelow Free Public Library Building Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential sites for a project. The board will also discuss committee membership and strategies for informing stakeholders.

• Discussion of potential sites
• Discussion of potential committee members
• Development of a stakeholder communication approach
• Creation of a building project-specific website

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to discuss several property requests. The agenda includes continuations of hearings from October 13 and new informal reviews.

• Special Permit for Karen DeCesare at 85 Grove Street
• Variance for James P. Donovan, Trustee at 284 Main Street
• Variance for Northern Assets, LLC at 126 Summit Street
• Variance for John P. McNamara at 56 Berlin Street
• Informal reviews for 33 Elm Street, 112-117 Mechanical Street, and 48 Sprague Road

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body will review building control systems and construction management updates, and vote on several invoices.

• LPA|A Invoice No.010 for $64,485.00
• DWMP Invoice No.015 for $15,000.00
• Column Software PBC Invoice for $39.60
• Discussion on Building Control Systems
• Construction Management @ Risk Update

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body will consider several invoices for approval and discuss building control systems and construction management.

• LPA|A Invoice No.010 for $64,485.00
• DWMP Invoice No.015 for $15,000.00
• Column Software PBC Invoice for $39.60
• Discussion on Building Control Systems
• Construction Management @ Risk Update

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Board of Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss new and old business. The agenda includes reviews of sustainable libraries, book sanctuaries, and the animal policy.

• Discussion of Book Sanctuaries
• Review of animal policy
• Discussion of sustainable libraries

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss vehicle updates and review abandoned property. The agenda also includes housing complaints and old and new business.

• Vehicle update
• Abandoned property review
• Housing complaints

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss vehicle updates and review abandoned properties. The board is also scheduled to address housing complaints.

• Vehicle Update
• Abandoned Property Review
• Housing Complaints

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss vehicle updates and review abandoned property. The board is also scheduled to address housing complaints.

• Vehicle update
• Abandoned property review
• Housing complaints

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss advocacy opportunities and environmental justice. The group will also review the "voice of Bigelow Library" and donor outreach for a capital campaign.

• Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
• Capital Campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
• Review of "voice of Bigelow Library"

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee is holding a public forum to gather community input for updating the town's plan. Consultant BSC Group will provide an overview of the update process and collect feedback from attendees.

• Public forum for Open Space and Recreation Plan update
• Presentation by consultant BSC Group
• Promotion of online community input map

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee is hosting a public forum to present an overview of the plan and share community survey results. The meeting includes a presentation by the committee, town staff, and BSC Group to gather community input on local maps and priorities.

• Presentation of Community Survey Results
• Review of Open Space Inventory and Environmental Justice maps
• Review of Wildlife Habitat and Environmental Challenges maps
• Public input via Wish Board and Dot Voting
• Discussion of the OSRP schedule and timeline

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The subcommittee is meeting to review land management updates and the FY 24 budget. Discussions include habitat resiliency, invasive species control, and the status of a universal access path to Clamshell Pond.

• FY 24 Budget
• Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update regarding October 25, 2023 NOI Public Hearing
• Invasive Species Control update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol
• Tiny Forests Concept
• Clinton’s Open Space and Recreation Plan Update

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission will meet to review the minutes from October 11, 2023. The body will discuss a study regarding the Fuller Field House and updated signage for the field.

• Fuller Field House Study review
• Updated signage for Fuller Field

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss a preliminary subdivision and several special permits. The board will also review a site plan and an ANR plan.

• Preliminary Subdivision: Level 10 at 64 Plain Street/Clark Street
• Site Plan Review: Clinton Enterprise, LLC & James Tomolo Jr. at 129 Allen Street
• Special Permit: 20" Real Estate Management at 203 Brook Street
• Special Permit: Barry Whitney at 155 Chace Street
• Special Permit: Ovanny Beltre at 323 Chestnut Street

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings for two common victualler license applications involving changes of location or new businesses. The board will also consider recommendations regarding the American Rescue Plan Act, specifically concerning employee hazard duty pay.

• Common Victualler License Public Hearing: 102 High Street (Pressed’O)
• Common Victualler License Public Hearing: 130 High Street (Fusion)
• A-Frame Sign Permit Request: 200 High Street
• American Rescue Plan Act recommendations for Employee Hazard Duty Pay
• One-Day Wine & Malt License for Holiday Pops Concert on 12/2/23

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the monthly accounting, treasurer reconciliation, and investment consultant report provided by Stanley Starr Jr. The board will also review previous minutes and monthly correspondence.

• Investment Consultant Report from Stanley Starr Jr.
• Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
• Review of meeting minutes
• Review of monthly correspondence

Commission on Disability

The Clinton Commission on Disability is meeting to begin discussing its goals and expectations, and to cover training. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes, proposals, or dollar amounts listed. The public is invited to attend.

• Beginning discussion of goals & expectations
• Training

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Advocacy Subcommittee of the Board of Library Trustees is meeting to discuss environmental justice advocacy, a capital campaign to reach donors, and the 'voice of Bigelow Library' including a possible podcast or video. The agenda includes public comment and routine items like next meeting date.

• Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy with a linked map
• Capital campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
• Review of 'voice of Bigelow Library' script, topics, and format (podcast or video)

Conservation Commission

The Clinton Conservation Commission is meeting via Zoom to review six Notice of Intent applications for land development and conservation. The agenda includes continuations for Rauscher Farm and 250 Coachlace Pond, as well as new business for properties on Henry Street, Craig Drive, and Grove Street. The body will also receive reports from the Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee and review pending stormwater reports.

• Notice of Intent - Rauscher Farm (Continuation)
• Notice of Intent - 250 Coachlace Pond (Continuation)
• Notice of Intent - 42 Henry Street (New Business)
• Notice of Intent - 4 Craig Drive (New Business)
• Notice of Intent - 222 Grove Street (New Business)

Finance Committee

The Clinton Finance Committee is holding a regular public meeting to review minutes from its October 10, 2023 meeting and discuss the FY25 budget process. The agenda also includes old and new business items and a public comment period. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of minutes from 10/10/23
• FY25 Budget Process discussion
• Old Business
• New Business
• Public Comment

Library Building and Facilities Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Building Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential sites for a building project, raise awareness and support, and consider creating a project-specific website. The agenda includes public comment and planning next steps, but no final decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of potential sites for the library building project
• Raising awareness and support for the project
• Discussion of potential committee members
• Develop approach to keep stakeholders informed
• Creation of building project-specific website (example: https://www.tiltonlibrary.org/building-project/)

Select Board

The Select Board will review the September 20, 2023, meeting minutes and hear a report from the Community & Economic Development Director regarding ARPA Small Business Assistance Program recommendations. The board will also discuss fiscal year 2024 goal setting and various administrative items.

• ARPA Small Business Assistance Program recommendations
• Review of recommendations for COA Transportation Services and Employee Hazard Duty Pay
• Raffle Permit Request for Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust
• VFW Bi-Annual Poppy Drive at High Street & Church Street
• ALS-Paramedic Implementation Plan Update

Zoning Board

The Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to continue hearings on a special permit and two variances, and to hear an informal item. The board will also handle old business, including minutes, mail, invoices, and compliance issues.

• Special permit continuation: Karen DeCesare, 85 Grove Street
• Variance continuation: James P. Donovan, Trustee, 284 Main Street
• Variance continuation: Northern Assets, LLC, 126 Summit Street
• Informal: Steven Philbin, 33 Elm Street

Tri-Council Clinton Public Schools

The Clinton Public Schools Tri-Council is meeting to discuss the role of the School Council, review 2023-2024 accountability data and goals, and consider a strategic plan revision. The agenda also includes an update on the Clinton Middle School/MSBA project. This is a working session focused on planning and data review, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Review of 2023-2024 Accountability Data
• Discussion of 2023-2024 Goals
• Strategic Plan Revision
• Clinton Middle School/MSBA Project update

Finance Committee

The Clinton Finance Committee is meeting to review minutes from July and consider a Select Board request for a Reserve Fund Transfer to fund a DPW Superintendent Recruitment Firm. The agenda also includes old and new business and public comment. This is a routine meeting with one substantive funding request.

• Reserve Fund Transfer request from Select Board for DPW Superintendent Recruitment Firm
• Review of minutes from 7/11/23

Zoning Board

The Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on October 10, 2023, to review four specific property applications. The agenda includes a continuation of a special permit request and two variance requests, along with an informal review. The board will also handle routine administrative items such as approving minutes and reviewing correspondence.

• Special permit application for Karen DeCesare at 85 Grove Street (continuation from September 12, 2023)
• Variance application for James P. Donovan, Trustee at 284 Main Street
• Variance application for Northern Assets, LLC at 126 Summit Street
• Informal review for Steven Philbin at 33 Elm Street

Select Board

The Select Board will review the September 6, 2023, minutes and receive updates on the Bigelow Library construction grant. The meeting includes discussions on LED signage quotes, ARPA committee membership, and fiscal year 2024 goal setting.

• Bigelow Library Construction Grant Update
• Review of LED Informational Signage Quotes
• American Rescue Plan Act Recommendations review
• Quotes for DPW Superintendent Recruitment Firm
• High Street Sidewalk Consultant Site Tour Update

Board of Health

The Clinton Board of Health is meeting to discuss several routine matters, including an update on a septic tank at 4 Fairview, a vehicle update, an abandoned property review, and a housing complaint. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• 4 Fairview septic tank update
• Vehicle update
• Abandoned property review
• Housing complaint C2-29-23808:38 RCVD

Planning Board

The Clinton Planning Board will hold a public meeting to discuss a preliminary subdivision application for 64 Plain Street/Clark Street Extension. The board will also receive an update on a project at 470 Main Street and hear informal presentations from two property owners. The meeting includes standard administrative items such as approving minutes and reviewing correspondence.

• Preliminary subdivision application for 64 Plain Street/Clark Street Extension
• Update on 470 Main Street project by James Cunningham
• Informal presentation by Rebecca Zeng for 119 Chestnut Street
• Informal presentation by Janice Ryan for 115-117 Mechanic Street
• Old business: approval of minutes, mail, correspondence, invoices, ongoing projects

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board is meeting to review the investment consultant's monthly report, accounting and treasurer reconciliation, along with minutes, correspondence, and public comment. The agenda is largely routine and procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Investment consultant report and monthly accounting review
• Treasurer reconciliation review
• Review of meeting minutes
• Review of monthly correspondence
• Public comment period

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library's Board of Trustees Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the topic of book sanctuaries. The agenda includes public comment and a discussion item on this subject, with no decisions listed for a vote.

• Discussion: Book Sanctuaries
• Public comment period

Conservation Commission

The Clinton Conservation Commission is meeting via Zoom to continue several Notices of Intent, including the MA Central Rail Trail and Rauscher Farm, and to discuss enforcement orders. Several items were continued due to lack of quorum or missed deadlines. The meeting also includes committee reports and routine administrative matters.

• Certificate of Compliance request for 187 Stone Street (James Tomolo Jr.)
• Notice of Intent for MA Central Rail Trail (Town of Clinton and Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust)
• Notice of Intent for 250 Coachlace Pond (Chaves and Low Realty Company, LLC)
• Notice of Intent for Rauscher Farm (Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee)
• Enforcement Order Update for 222 Grove Street (Janet Carpenter)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a Common Victualler License hearing, customer service training, and fiscal year goals.

• Common Victualler License Hearing for Zachary Schlesinger at 382 Water Street
• Small Business Assistance Program Update
• Fiscal Year 2024 Goal Setting

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library's Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to review advocacy materials, including fun facts, a statistical overview, and a $33 item. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment and scheduling the next meeting as the main actions.

• Review of advocacy materials including fun facts and statistical overview
• Discussion of a $33 item
• Public comment period
• Setting date of next meeting

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission is meeting to review and accept the minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting, and to discuss administrative housekeeping. The main item is a review of the Fuller Field House Study. Public comments will also be heard.

• Review and acceptance of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Housekeeping administrative item
• Fuller Field House Study review

Zoning Board

The Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider a special permit for Karen DeCesare at 85 Grove Street, a variance for Anthony Bondi at 75B Walnut Street, and an informal discussion with Greg Mellody at 7 Fairview Street. The board will also handle old business, including minutes, mail, correspondence, invoices, ongoing projects, and compliance issues.

• Special permit application by Karen DeCesare for 85 Grove Street
• Variance request by Anthony Bondi for 75B Walnut Street
• Informal discussion with Greg Mellody regarding 7 Fairview Street
• Old business: approval of minutes, mail, correspondence, invoices, ongoing projects, compliance issues

Select Board

The Board will review minutes from previous meetings and discuss American Rescue Plan Act recommendations for air quality, emergency management, and technology. The agenda also includes a complaint hearing regarding Hangry Hotdogz & More and several licensing requests.

• Complaint Hearing: Timothy Hoaglund d/b/a Hangry Hotdogz & More
• Federal Law Enforcement Fund Transfer Request from Police Chief Brian Coyne
• One Day Liquor License for Volunteers & Beer Fest on 10/8/23
• Water/Sewer/Trash Abatement Requests in the amount of $16,505.59
• Traffic Committee recommendations regarding Oak Street and Stone Street

The Select Board approved several funding requests using ARPA funds, including $71,500 for school air quality projects and $80,000 for CEMA equipment and a vehicle. The board also approved two road closures for upcoming community events and a $7,500 police fund transfer. A request for a Board of Health vehicle was discussed but not decided.

• Approved $71,500 in ARPA funds for school air quality projects (unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 in ARPA funds for CEMA radio maintenance and a new truck (unanimous)
• Approved road closure of High Street for Volunteer & Beer Fest on Oct 8, 10AM-5PM (unanimous)
• Approved road closure of High Street for Halloween Walk on Oct 26, 5PM-8:30PM (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 transfer from Federal Law Enforcement Fund to State Law Enforcement Fund (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 21, June 28, July 12, and August 9, 2023 (unanimous)
• Postponed complaint hearing for Timothy Hoaglund d/b/a Hangry Hotdogz & More

Planning Board

The Clinton Planning Board is meeting to conduct a site plan review for a property at 187 Stone Street and to hear informal proposals from several residents and businesses. The board will also handle old business, including approving minutes and reviewing correspondence and ongoing projects.

• Site plan review for James Tomolo Jr. at 187 Stone Street
• Informal discussions for properties on Plain, Park, Main, and Elm Streets
• Review and approval of minutes, mail, correspondence, and invoices

Olde Home Day Committee

The Olde Home Day Committee met on August 31, 2023, to review the final logistics for the upcoming event. The group also reviewed volunteer assignments and set the date for the next meeting. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the agenda.

• Review final logistics for the Olde Home Day event
• Review volunteer assignments
• Set the date of the next meeting

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee is meeting to organize its work on the town's recreation plan. They will discuss the committee's role, set a schedule, review goals from the previous plan, and look at draft questions for a community survey.

• Review draft community survey questions
• Discuss goals from prior Open Space & Recreation Plan
• Brainstorm agencies and organizations to invite as partners
• Set committee meeting schedule and public engagement process

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Sub-Committee met via Zoom to review the Clinton Middle School project. The body approved three invoices totaling $85,300 for design and survey services. The meeting also included a discussion on construction delivery methods and an update from the Facilities Assessment Subcommittee.

• Approval of DWMP invoice #012 for July in the amount of $15,000.00
• Approval of LPA|A Invoice #007 for July in the amount of $52,700.00
• Approval of LPA|A Amendment No.003 for additional land survey services in the amount of $17,600.00
• Discussion of Construction Delivery Method
• Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (FAS) Update

Library Board of Trustees

The Clinton Board of Library Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, reports on the MPLCP grant application, and the director's evaluation results. An invited guest will speak about advocacy and communications. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Invited guest Jan Gottesman to discuss advocacy and communications
• MPLCP Grant Application update
• Director's evaluation results
• Subcommittee updates: Building & Facilities, Advocacy & Outreach, Policy

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library's Board of Trustees Policy Subcommittee will meet to review two policies: one on animals in the library and another on trustee ethics. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public comment period.

• Review of animals in the library policy
• Review of trustees ethics policy
• Public comment period

Olde Home Day Committee

The Clinton Olde Home Day Committee is meeting to review event details including volunteer recruitment, entertainment, vendors, and day-of logistics. They will also discuss financial updates, sponsorships, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review of volunteer recruitment
• Entertainment and event schedule review
• Vendor and food booth planning
• Financial updates and sponsorships
• Setting date of next meeting

Conservation Commission

The Clinton Conservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting on August 16, 2023, to review several Notices of Intent for projects affecting wetlands, including a rail trail and a commercial development. They will also consider certificates of compliance, enforcement order updates, and committee reports. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Notice of Intent for 278 Grove Street
• Notice of Intent for MA Central Rail Trail (Town of Clinton and Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust)
• Notice of Intent for CIG 218 Shrewsbury, LLC / Jack's Mill
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for 187 Stone Street
• Enforcement Order Update for 4 Craig Drive

Library Building and Facilities Subcommittee

The Building and Facilities Subcommittee of the Board of Library Trustees is meeting to discuss available properties for a grant application and to get an update on the Building Grant Application (MPLCP). The meeting includes public comment and scheduling of the next meeting date.

• Discussion of available property for grant application
• Update on Building Grant Application (MPLCP)
• Public comment period

Select Board

The Board will review minutes from May and June 2023 meetings and evaluate the Town Administrator. Discussion items include updates on the American Rescue Plan Act Business Assistance Initiative and the High Street Sidewalk Analysis RFP.

• Library Building Grant update from Library Director Marie Letarte
• Oak Street block party street closure for 9/2/23
• Dicon Auto Class I Vehicle Dealer License Renewal at 556 Main Street
• One Day Liquor License for VFW Parking Lot Chicken BBQ on 8/26/23
• Annual Appointments to Boards & Commissions

The Select Board approved a one-lane street closure for a block party and allocated funds for a police-led bicycle lock donation program. The board also discussed a library building grant and a pending vehicle dealer license renewal.

• Approved one-lane street closure on Oak Street from James to Acorn for Sept 2, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $500.00 donation from the Civic Fund for bicycle locks at Lakeside Apartments event (Unanimous)
• Tabled May 31, 2023 and June 7, 2023 meeting minutes until next meeting (Unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a formal hearing on a variance request for 676 Main Street, submitted by the property's realty trust. The board will also informally discuss two other properties and handle routine administrative items like approving minutes and reviewing mail.

• Variance request for 676 Main Street by 676 Main Street Realty Trust
• Informal discussion of 85 Grove Street (Joshua Gibbons)
• Informal discussion of 7 Fairview Street (Greg Mellody)
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting

Olde Home Day Committee

The Clinton Olde Home Day Committee is meeting to review event details for the upcoming Olde Home Day, including vendors, entertainment, food booths, volunteers, and day-of logistics. They will also discuss financial updates, sponsorships, and any new ideas, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review of vendors in the park
• Entertainment and event schedule review
• Discussion of inflatable amusements
• Financial updates and sponsorships
• Set date of next meeting

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates on the Mass Central Rail Trail-Clinton Section, land management, invasive species control, and the universal access path to Clamshell Pond. They will also review the FY 24 budget and plan upcoming 2023 programs. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Mass Central Rail Trail-Clinton Section report from June 21 Conservation Commission meeting
• Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update, including July 21 NOI public hearing
• FY 24 budget review
• Purple Loosestrife biocontrol update
• 2023 programs: Mushroom Walk (Aug 20), Olde Home Day booth (Sept 9), Volunteer & Beer (Oct 8)

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission is meeting to review and accept the June 14, 2023 meeting minutes, handle administrative housekeeping, and receive department updates. The commission will also review Fuller Field documents that were tabled from April and receive a status update on the feasibility study. Public comments will be heard.

• Review and acceptance of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Fuller Field documents (tabled from April)
• Feasibility study status update
• Department updates

Select Board

The Select Board will review the May 17, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss 2023-2024 road resurfacing projects. The agenda includes reviewing mobile food vendor location requests for 329 High Street and Philbin Park.

• Mobile Food Vendor Location Requests for 329 High Street & Philbin Park
• 2023-2024 Road Resurfacing Projects
• Traffic Committee Report on Duck Harbor, Berlin Street, and Catherine Street
• Annual Appointments of Boards & Commissions
• Fiscal Year 2023 Year-End Transfers

The Select Board unanimously approved a list of road resurfacing projects and the addition of sidewalks on Greeley Hill. Several traffic requests and a mobile food vendor application were tabled for further review.

• Approved 2023-2024 Road Resurfacing Projects for John, Thomas, Spring, Fairview, Willow, Robert Street, and Robert Memorial Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved completion of sidewalks on Greeley Hill (Unanimous)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled "No Parking" request on Catherine Street
• Tabled mobile food vendor location requests for 329 High Street and Philbin Park (Unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review minutes and discuss committee reorganization. The agenda also includes reserve fund transfers and year-end transfers.

• Review of minutes
• Committee reorganization
• Reserve Fund Transfers and Year End Transfers

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review special permit and variance requests. The board also intends to approve the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting.

• Special Permit/Variance continuation for 7 Fairview Street (Greg Mellody)
• Special Permit for 5 Bolton Road (Mark Sargent)
• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss eARPA requests and review the Town Administrator's goals. The agenda also includes updates on eALS/Paramedic services and a review of professional development for FY2023.

• eARPA Requests Discussion
• eTown Administrator Goals Review
• eProfessional Development Review/Reflection for FY2023
• eTown Administrator Evaluation Procedure
• eALS/Paramedic Update

The Select Board discussed ongoing administrative initiatives, including a cyber security assessment and an RFP for ALS/Paramedic implementation. The board reviewed the Town Administrator's performance goals and established a process for setting FY2024 objectives via Google Docs.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:05PM (Unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding various local properties and projects. The meeting also includes updates on enforcement orders and a request for determination of applicability.

• Notice of Intent: Lower/River Road
• Enforcement Order Update: 4 Craig Drive
• Enforcement Order Update: 460 Main Street
• Notice of Intent: MA Central Rail Trail
• Notice of Intent: Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane

The Commission issued an enforcement order for 460 Main Street and a Negative Determination for the MWRA pipe replacement. Several other projects were continued pending further documentation or Board of Health affirmation.

• Issued Order of Conditions for DCR restoration plan (all in favor)
• Issued enforcement order requiring NOI for 460 Main Street (all in favor)
• Continued MA Rail Trail NOI to next meeting (all in favor)
• Continued Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane NOI to future meeting (all in favor)
• Issued partial Certificate of Compliance for 64 Plain Street (all in favor)
• Continued 4 Fairview Street NOI pending Board of Health affirmation (all in favor)
• Issued Negative Determination for MWRA Lower Gatehouse pipe replacement (all in favor)
• Continued Jack's Mill NOI (all in favor)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss various town business including mobile food vendor licenses and downtown banner programs. The meeting includes a joint session with the Finance Committee regarding an ALS consultant and updates on energy performance projects.

• Common Victualler License Hearing for Hangry Hotdogz & More
• Clinton Film Permit Request from FAKES Production LLC
• EV Charging Stations at Walnut Street & Church Street Parking Lots
• Reserve Fund Transfer for Electrical Inspector
• Reserve Fund Transfer for Building Commission Consultant

The Select Board elected its officers and approved a $15,000 summer banner program and the installation of four EV charging stations. The board also granted a mobile food vendor license and approved street closures for an independent film project.

• Elected Mr. Kobus as Chair, Mr. Kerrigan as Vice Chair, and Mr. Devault as Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved mobile food vendor license for Tim Hoaglund d/b/a Hangry Hotdogz & More (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Union, High, and Church Streets for filming on July 31 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 for Summer Banner Program funded by Community and Economic Development Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized grant funding for four EV charging stations at Walnut and Church street lots (unanimous)
• Approved the 7-member composition of the Strand ARPA subcommittee (unanimous)

Permanent Building Committee

The Permanent Building Committee will discuss preferred options for the Clinton Middle School Media Center. The committee is scheduled to vote on submitting a Project Savings Report (PSR) to the MSBA.

• June invoice from Central Mass Signal, LLC for $29,687.51
• Vote on preferred option for Clinton Middle School Media Center
• Vote to submit PSR to MSBA

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint public meeting with the School Committee, Finance Committee, and Permanent Building Committee. The session features a presentation by Lamoureux Pagano Architects regarding the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study.

• Presentation by Lamoureux Pagano Architects on the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study

Fuller Field Commission

The Commission will review the May 17, 2023, meeting minutes and receive department updates. Members are scheduled to review Fuller Field documents and receive a status update on the feasibility study.

• Review of May 17, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Fuller Field documents
• Feasibility study status update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee, Select Board, and School Committee will hold a joint public meeting. The discussion focuses on an update regarding the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study.

• Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study Update

Housing Authority

The Clinton Housing Authority is meeting to approve several capital improvement contracts, including a complete electrical upgrade and window replacement phases, funded through DHCD and HUD programs. They will also consider professional services for a dike inspection and approve routine items like minutes and bill payments.

• Approval of DHCD award FISH#0164114 for Complete Electrical Upgrade at Clinton 200-1
• Approval of DHCD application and payment certificate for Window Replacement Phases 2 & 3 (FISH#064086)
• Approval of HUD payment #7 for Dire Alarm replacement project
• Approval of professional services for Phase II Inspection of Mossy Pond Dike at Harborview Apartments
• Authorization of payment of bills

Zoning Board

The board will continue a special permit or variance discussion regarding 7 Fairview Street. The meeting also includes the review and approval of minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting.

• Special Permit/Variance continuation for 7 Fairview Street (Greg Mellody)
• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board voted to continue the special permit and variance application for 7 Fairview Street to the July 11 meeting. The Board also approved the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued 7 Fairview Street special permit/variance application to July 11 (5-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee will meet to discuss messaging and outreach opportunities. The discussion includes building support for a construction project.

• Discussion of consistent messaging
• Building support for construction project

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Policy Subcommittee of the Bigelow Free Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct a review of policies. The primary agenda item is the review of the Trustees ethics policy.

• Review of Trustees ethics policy

Traffic Committee

The committee will discuss truck traffic and signage in the Duck Harbor area. Members will also review speed concerns at Berlin Street and Wilson Street, as well as various parking requests.

• Truck traffic and signage in Duck Harbor area
• Traffic speed on Berlin Street at Wilson Street intersection
• Overnight parking on Town property at Philbin Park Splash Pad
• Request for No Parking on Catherine Street
• Review of parking on West Side of Chestnut Street Hill

Board of Health

The Clinton Board of Health is meeting to address a rat infestation complaint at 6 Otis St., review a variance request for the Town Lyne pool main drain, and conduct a budget review. The agenda also includes an abandoned property review, housing complaints, and old and new business. The meeting is scheduled for June 7, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in the lower-level conference room at Town Hall.

• 6 Otis St. rat infestation complaint received
• Variance request for Town Lyne pool main drain
• Budget review
• Abandoned property review
• Housing complaints

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee regarding an ALS consultant. The board will also review American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding recommendations for culvert repairs and business assistance.

• Common Victualler License Hearing: Subway Restaurant at 1175 Main Street
• New License Hearings for Stone Street Auto & Truck Repair, Inc. at 187A Stone Street
• Seasonal sidewalk use request for Zatoon Restaurant on High Street
• Federal Law Enforcement Fund Transfer presented by Police Chief Brian Coyne
• ARPA funding for CES Culvert Cap Repair and Business Assistance Program

The Select Board voted to hire a consultant to conduct an Advanced Life Support (ALS) implementation study for the Fire Department, with a 90-day completion deadline after the bid is awarded. The board also approved several business licenses and a police fund transfer.

• Approved hiring a consultant for Fire Department ALS implementation study with a 90-day deadline (Unanimous)
• Granted Common Victuallers License for Subway at 1175 Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Commercial Garage license for 187A Stone Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Class II license for 187A Stone Street for up to 10 cars (Unanimous)
• Approved seasonal sidewalk use for Zaytoon Restaurant at 72 High Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 transfer from Federal Law Enforcement Fund to State Law Enforcement Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 ARPA funding allocation for digital signage contingent on estimates (Unanimous)

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates on adaptive land management, climate resiliency, and invasive species control. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Town's Open Space Plan and various 2023 community programs.

• Adaptive Land Management update including mowing and trail maintenance
• FY23 & FY24 Budget updates
• Update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol for invasive species
• Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
• Town of Clinton Open Space Plan update

Olde Home Day Committee

The committee will discuss sponsorship updates and review various event components including vendors, entertainment, food booths, and volunteers. The meeting also includes a financial update and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Sponsorship updates
• Review of park vendors
• Discussion of entertainment and inflatable amusements
• Food booth and volunteer planning
• Financial updates

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to review invoices and project updates for the Clinton Middle School. The agenda includes discussions on design updates and cost estimates.

• DWMP invoice #009 for $15,000.00
• DWMP invoice #010 for $15,000.00
• LPA|A Invoice #004 for $31,250.00
• LPA|A Option Design Update
• PSR Cost Estimates

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue reviews for site plan and special permit applications at 250 Main Street and 20 Cameron Street. The meeting also includes several informal items and a discussion regarding the Open Space and Recreation Plan.

• Site Plan Review/Special Permit: Chaves & Low Realty Co., 250 Main Street
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit: Eudemonia/ Dr. Francis McCormick, 20 Cameron Street
• Informal item: Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust/ Frannie Hodge, 447 Berlin Street
• Informal item: Rebecca Zeng, 119 Chestnut Street
• Discussion: Open Space and Recreation Plan

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the minutes and discuss the FY24 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget. The meeting includes sections for old business, new business, and public comment.

• Review of FY24 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget

Town Clerk & Elections

The Town Clerk's office is conducting a public testing of voting machines on Thursday, June 1 at 9:00 AM in the Clinton Town Hall Auditorium. This is a procedural event open to the public, with no other agenda items listed.

• Voting machine testing at Clinton Town Hall Auditorium, 242 Church Street, on June 1 at 9:00 AM

Select Board

The Select Board will review American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding recommendations and discuss allocating funds for renovations to the Strand Theatre. The meeting also includes an update on ALS Paramedic services and police department communications.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding recommendations
• Fund allocation discussion for Strand Theatre renovations
• Police Department communications update
• ALS Paramedic Service update

The Select Board approved several allocations of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for public safety and downtown revitalization. The board also earmarked funds for a building project on High Street.

• Approved $375,000 in ARPA funding for Police Department radio system upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 in ARPA funding for future Strand Theatre renovations, requiring matching funds and a subcommittee for oversight (Unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 in ARPA funding for the High Street building project (Unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review meeting minutes and discuss the FY24 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget. A public hearing regarding the FY24 budget is scheduled for 6:00 P.M.

• Public Hearing on the FY24 Budget

Library Board of Trustees

The Board will review the Director's report, including strategic planning and updates from the Friends group. Subcommittees will also provide updates regarding building, facilities, advocacy, outreach, and policy.

• Strategic Planning review
• Building & Facilities subcommittee update
• Advocacy & Outreach subcommittee update
• Policy subcommittee update

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee met on May 19, 2023, at Coffeelands. The agenda focused on discussing advocacy opportunities, specifically regarding consistent messaging and outreach. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances were listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of consistent messaging for library advocacy
• Discussion of advocacy and outreach opportunities

Select Board

The Select Board will review the 2023 Draft Annual Town Meeting Warrant and the FY2024 Budget. Other items include a reserve fund transfer for legal costs and grant applications for various town programs.

• Review of 2023 Draft Annual Town Meeting Warrant & FY2024 Budget
• $35,450 Reserve Fund Transfer for Legal Costs
• $1,418.42 in Water/Sewer/Trash Abatement Requests
• One Stop for Growth Grant applications (329 High Street, 172 Sterling Street, and Downtown Marketing)
• Street Closure Request for Historical Society's 'Cruisin’ Clinton'

The Select Board approved the draft warrant for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting, including new funding for CCTV and the creation of an Opioid Fund. The board also authorized a $2.95 million bond anticipation note rollover and approved several grant applications for property revitalization.

• Approved rollover of $2,950,000 General Obligation Bond Anticipation Note at 4% interest (Unanimous)
• Approved street closure of Church Street for 'Crusin’ Clinton Night' on July 20 (Unanimous)
• Authorized grant applications via One Stop for Growth Program for 329 High St, 172 Sterling St, and downtown market assessment (3-1 abstention)
• Approved Water/Sewer/Trash abatements totaling $1,418.42 (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,450.00 reserve fund transfer for legal costs (Unanimous)
• Approved proposed membership for the Open Space & Recreation Plan Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Annual Town Meeting draft warrant with additions of Articles 11 and 12 and removal of Articles 37 and 38 (Unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for May 31, 2023, to review WHEAT ARPA funding and Police Department requests (Unanimous)

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission is meeting to review and accept the April 12 meeting minutes, handle housekeeping, receive department updates, and continue discussion on Fuller Field documents that were tabled from April. The commission will also get a status update on the feasibility study for the field.

• Review and acceptance of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Fuller Field documents (tabled from April)
• Feasibility study status update

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review Notices of Intent for the MA Central Rail Trail and Woodland Circle/Glenwood Lane. The meeting also includes updates on enforcement orders at 460 Main Street, 4 Craig Drive, and 42 Henry Road.

• Notice of Intent: MA Central Rail Trail (Town of Clinton and Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust)
• Enforcement Order: 460 Main Street (Franklin Hardy/TYCA Real Estate, LLC)
• Notice of Intent: Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane (Woodland View LLC)
• Enforcement Order Update: 4 Craig Drive (Pedro Rodrigues)
• Enforcement Order Update: 42 Henry Road

The Commission voted to continue several Notice of Intent applications to future meetings pending additional documentation or site visits. No final approvals or denials were issued for the projects discussed.

• Continued Lower/River Road Mass DCR Notice of Intent pending DEP file number (all in favor)
• Continued MA Central Rail Trail Notice of Intent to next meeting (all in favor)
• Continued Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane Notice of Intent pending stormwater report and Certificate of Compliance (all in favor)
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Finance Committee

The Clinton Finance Committee is meeting to review the minutes from the previous meeting, discuss the FY24 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget, and handle old and new business. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.

• Review of minutes from May 15, 2023
• FY24 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget review
• Old business discussion
• New business discussion
• Public comment period

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review meeting minutes and consider two reserve fund transfers. The committee is also scheduled to discuss the FY24 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget.

• Reserve Fund Transfer: Insurance ($11,100.00)
• Reserve Fund Transfer: Building Inspector Misc ($2,000.00)
• FY24 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Policy Subcommittee will meet to perform a final review of the community room usage policy. The meeting also includes a review of standards of conduct.

• Final review of Community room usage policy
• Review of standards of conduct

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the draft Annual Town Meeting Warrant and the FY2024 budget update. The meeting also includes discussions on downtown consultant services and various reserve fund transfers.

• Review of 2023 Draft Annual Town Meeting Warrant & FY2024 Budget Update
• $11,100 Reserve Fund Transfer for Insurance Costs
• $2,000 Reserve Fund Transfer for Office Costs
• Downtown Consultant Services Contract and 'Call for Artists' proposal
• Taxi/Livery License Renewals for Clinton Livery and The Taxi-Livery Ride

The Select Board approved a 'Call for Artists' program to paint downtown utility boxes and extended the Downtown coordinator contract for one year. The board also approved the draft Annual Town Meeting Warrant pending legal review and renewed two taxi livery licenses.

• Approved 'Call for Artists' Utility Box Mural Program
• Approved $82,000 ARPA funding for 1-year Downtown coordinator contract (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Town Meeting Warrant pending Town Counsel review (unanimous)
• Renewed 2023 Livery License for Gordon Salisbury d/b/a Clinton Livery (unanimous)
• Renewed 2023 Livery License for Jacqueline Baldassarre d/b/a The Taxi Livery Ride (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 5 and April 19, 2023 (unanimous)

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates on various farm management projects including adaptive land management and pollinator meadows. The meeting also includes discussions on invasive species control, access paths, and upcoming 2023 programs.

• Adaptive Land Management update regarding mowing, trails, and fencing
• Invasive Species Control update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol
• Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
• WPI IQP 2022-23 Volunteer & Citizen Scientist update
• Freedom’s Way: Hidden Treasures May program

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission is meeting to review and accept the April 12, 2023 meeting minutes, discuss old and new business, and receive department updates. The commission will also review Fuller Field documents that were tabled from April and receive a status update on the feasibility study. Public comments will be heard.

• Review and acceptance of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Fuller Field documents (tabled from April)
• Feasibility study status update
• Department updates
• Public comments

Fuller Field Commission

The commission will review the April 12, 2023, meeting minutes and receive updates on department programs and events. The agenda also includes a facilities update regarding the status of the concrete chessboard at Carlisle Park.

• Review and acceptance of April 12, 2023, meeting minutes
• Facilities update: Concrete Chessboard Status at Carlisle Park
• Department updates on upcoming programs and events

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet at Town Hall to conduct a review of abandoned property. The agenda also includes housing complaints and other business.

• Abandoned Property Review
• Housing Complaints

Housing Authority

The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and authorize bill payments. The agenda includes a federal lease amendment regarding live-in aides and a payment application for fire alarm replacements.

• Amendment of Federal Lease regarding Live-In Aide and Live-In Aide Agreement
• Application for payment No. 6 for Fire Alarm replacement at 21-1 Harborview Apartments

Zoning Board

The board continued the special permit/variance hearing for 7 Fairview Street to the June 13, 2023 meeting. This action was taken because only three members were present.

• Continued 7 Fairview Street special permit/variance hearing to June 13, 2023

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Select Board Budget Subcommittee are meeting to discuss the FY24 Budget.

• FY24 Budget review

Select Board

The Select Board will review the draft 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and the FY2024 budget update. The meeting includes discussions on downtown consultant services, including a proposal to paint sidewalk utility boxes.

• Downtown Consultant Services Contract
• Proposal to paint sidewalk utility boxes
• Reserve Fund Transfer of $6,904 for insurance costs
• Reserve Fund Transfer of $2,000 for office costs
• 2023 Taxi/Livery License Renewals

Planning Board

The Clinton Planning Board is meeting to review four site plan and special permit applications, including continuations from the April 4 meeting for two properties. One item is listed as informal. The board will decide or discuss these applications at this meeting.

• Site Plan Review/Special Permit: Chaves & Low Realty Co., 250 Main Street (continuation)
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit: Eudaimonia/Dr. Franic McCormick, 20 Cameron Street (continuation)
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit: Alan Roseberry, 45 Prescott Street
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit: Zac Schlesinger, 382 Water Street (informal)
• Informal discussion: Mika Lassila, 23 Coyne Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to discuss site plan reviews and special permits for four different properties. Two of these items are continuations from a previous meeting on April 4, 2023.

• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Chaves & Low Realty Co. at 250 Main Street
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Eudaimonia/ Dr. Franic McCormick at 20 Cameron Street
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Alan Roseberry at 45 Prescott Street
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Zac Schlesinger at 382 Water Street

The Planning Board continued two site plan reviews to June 6 and granted a waiver for a take-out food service. Alan Roseberry withdrew his application to convert a two-family home to seven units at 45 Prescott Street after board and public concerns about traffic, parking, and fire safety. Two informal discussions were held for proposed multi-family projects.

• Continued Chaves & Low Realty Co. site plan review for 250 Main Street to June 6
• Continued Eudemonia / Dr. Frank McCormick site plan review for 20 Cameron Street to June 6
• Granted waiver for Zac Schlesinger at 382 Water Street (take-out food service)
• Alan Roseberry withdrew application for 45 Prescott Street (2-family to 7-family conversion)

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the monthly accounting, treasurer reconciliation, and investment consultant report. The board will also review minutes and correspondence.

• MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
• Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation

Finance Committee

The Clinton Finance Committee is meeting to review the minutes from its April 19, 2023 meeting and to discuss the FY24 budget. The agenda includes old business, new business, and public comment, but no specific items are listed.

• Review of minutes from April 19, 2023
• Discussion of FY24 budget

Library Board of Trustees

The Board will review the Director's report, which includes a strategic planning review and updates on the Friends group. The meeting also includes subcommittee updates regarding building, facilities, advocacy, outreach, and policy.

• Director's report including Strategic Planning review
• Friends update
• Building & Facilities subcommittee update
• Advocacy & Outreach subcommittee update
• Policy subcommittee update

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to review project updates and invoices for the Clinton Middle School. The body will discuss MSBA comments on the PDP submission and an option design update from LPA|A.

• D&W invoice #008 for $15,000.00
• LPAJA Invoice #003 for $39,646.00
• Clinton Senior Center Award for painting and repairs
• PDP Submission Update regarding MSBA comments
• LPA|A Option Design Update

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to discuss specific advocacy opportunities. The agenda includes reviewing messaging and signage.

• Discussion of consistent messaging from April 14, 2023
• Discussion of a new sign for the Office of the Town Clerk
• Discussion of advocacy and outreach bike opportunities

Select Board

The Select Board will review minutes from March 2023 and hear public comments. The agenda includes a National Grid pole installation hearing and a license hearing for Brothers Pizza at 165 High Street.

• National Grid Pole Installation Hearing — 476 Main Street
• Common Victualler License Hearing — 165 High Street (Nani’s Pizza, Inc. d/b/a Brothers Pizza)
• Road Closure for Church Street from Walnut Street to Chestnut Street
• Clinton Film Permit Request by Dweller LLC
• Traffic Committee Report: Radar Speed Sign Locations and Roma Street Parking Update

The Select Board approved a new utility pole installation, a pizza restaurant license, and a road closure for a health fair. The board also accepted Traffic Committee recommendations for radar signs and parking restrictions on Roma Street.

• Approved utility pole installation at 476 Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Common Victuallers License for Nanni’s Pizza Inc. d/b/a Brother’s Pizza at 165 High Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Church Street road closure on Sept 17, 2023, from 9AM to 4PM for Choose Wellness Fair (Unanimous)
• Accepted Traffic Committee recommendation to install eight new radar speed signs (Unanimous)
• Approved 'No Parking' signage for the south side of Roma Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $300 civic fund donation to Gaels Booster Club for Tribute Road Race (Unanimous)
• Approved drafting a Home Rule Petition to move Tree Warden duties to the Facilities Director (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 15 and March 30, 2023 (Unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued an Order of Conditions for Boston Gas Co. at 498 Water Street and authorized a restoration plan for the Lower/River Road area. A project for Woodland View LLC was continued to May 17 pending updated stormwater reports.

• Approved Order of Conditions for Boston Gas Co. at 498 Water Street (all in favor)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 498 Water Street with special condition to verify soil log and groundwater depth (all in favor)
• Authorized DCR Restoration Plan for wood chip removal and replanting at Lower/River Road (all in favor)
• Continued Woodland View LLC Notice of Intent for Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane to May 17 (all in favor)

Finance Committee

The Clinton Finance Committee met on April 18, 2023, to review the FY24 budget. The agenda included specific reserve fund transfers for CEMA, Environmental Services, and Property Insurance. The meeting also covered old business, new business, and public comment.

• Reserve Fund Transfer: CEMA $2,000.00
• Reserve Fund Transfer: Environmental Services $2,628.52
• Reserve Fund Transfer: Property Insurance $44,463.00
• Review of FY24 Budget

Traffic Committee

The Clinton Traffic Committee is meeting to discuss several traffic-related items, including locations for new speed radar signs, an update on Roma Street parking, a request for a no parking sign on Summit Street, and a review of Hospital wayfinding signage. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Locations for new speed radar signs
• Roma Street parking update
• Request for no parking sign on Summit Street
• Review of Hospital wayfinding signage

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Policy Subcommittee met on April 14, 2023, to review its social media policy in preparation for an upcoming warrant article. The group also discussed procedures for handling potential challenges to library policies. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances were listed on the agenda.

• Review of social media policy regarding upcoming warrant article
• Discussion on preparing for a policy challenge

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to receive updates on land maintenance and environmental projects. The body will discuss visitor facilities and upcoming 2023 programming.

• Update on CFNCM grant application for Land Management Climate Change Resiliency
• Status of Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond
• Update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol for invasive species control
• Seasonal bathroom facility visitor enhancement
• May program update for Freedom’s Way: Hidden Treasures

Housing Authority

The Clinton Housing Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from March 21, authorize bill payments, and consider a HUD application for payment #5 for fire alarm replacement at 21-1 Harborview Apartments. The executive director will also give a report. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023
• Authorization of payment of bills
• HUD approval of application for payment #5 for fire alarm replacement at 21-1 Harborview Apartments
• Executive Director's report

Retirement Board

This notice announces a mail-only election on April 7, 2023, to select a member of the Clinton Retirement Board for a three-year term starting April 16, 2023. Active, inactive, and retired members can vote, but only active or retired members can be nominated. Nomination papers are due by February 21, 2023, and must include at least 20 member names and addresses.

• Election date: April 7, 2023
• Term: three years, starting April 16, 2023
• Mail-only voting; instructions to be provided later
• Nomination papers due February 21, 2023, by 4:00 P.M.
• Nomination papers available at Clinton Retirement System Office, 242 Church Street

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct joint budget hearings with the Finance Committee for the Council on Aging, Parks & Recreation, Police Department, and Fire Department. The meeting also includes several requests for reserve fund transfers and license hearings.

• FY2024 Budget Hearings for Police, Fire, Parks & Recreation, and Council on Aging
• $44,463.00 Reserve Fund Transfer for Property Insurance
• $2,628.52 Reserve Fund Transfer for Environmental Services
• $2,000 Reserve Fund Transfer to CEMA
• Class II Vehicle Dealer License Name Change for 60 Water Street

The Select Board approved three auto-related business licenses and authorized the Town Administrator to negotiate the first right of refusal for the St. John’s Rectory property. The board also approved several reserve fund transfers and opened the Annual Town Meeting Warrant for article requests. Budget requests for the Council on Aging, Park & Recreation, Police, and Fire departments were reviewed.

• Approved name change for Class II license to Lino Auto Sales at 60 Water Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Class II license for Right Price Auto Sales at 291 Berlin Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Commercial Garage license at 291 Berlin Street (Unanimous)
• Authorized Town Administrator to negotiate first right of refusal for St. John’s Rectory property (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 reserve fund transfer for CEMA department (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,628.52 reserve fund transfer for Parker Environmental cleanup (Unanimous)
• Approved $44,525 reserve fund transfer for insurance at 525 Water Street (Unanimous)
• Opened Town Meeting Warrant for article requests with April 26, 2023 deadline (Unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Select Board will hold a joint meeting to hear budget presentations for the 2024 fiscal year. The session focuses on specific town departments.

• FY24 Police budget presentation
• FY24 Fire and Ambulance Enterprise budget presentation
• FY24 Council on Aging budget presentation
• FY24 Parks & Recreation budget presentation

Olde Home Day Committee

The Olde Home Day Committee is meeting to discuss updates on sponsorships and financial status. The body will review plans for vendors, entertainment, inflatable amusements, and food booths.

• Sponsorship updates
• Review of park vendors
• Entertainment and event planning
• Inflatable amusements review
• Food booth review

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct site plan reviews and special permit hearings for two properties. The board will also receive updates on several other local projects.

• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Issac Low at 250 Main Street
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Eudaimonia/Francis McCormick at 20 Cameron Street
• Informal update for James Cunningham at 470 Main Street
• Update for Ed Sheridan at 382 Water Street
• Updates for Nancy Moran on Lindburg Street and Joseph Dalton at 1042 Main Street

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting jointly with the Finance Committee for FY2024 budget hearings covering the Bigelow Public Library, Department of Public Works, Facilities & Grounds, and Treasurer-Collector. The board will also introduce a newly hired assistant assessor, make board and commission appointments, discuss a sidewalk analysis RFP and Town Administrator goals, and hold an executive session on collective bargaining.

• FY2024 budget hearings for Bigelow Public Library, DPW, Facilities & Grounds, Treasurer-Collector
• Introduction of newly hired Assistant Assessor
• Sidewalk Analysis Request for Proposals discussion
• Town Administrator Goals Review
• Executive session on collective bargaining update

The Select Board and Finance Committee conducted budget reviews for the library, public works, facilities, and treasurer-collector departments. No final budget votes were taken; the boards scheduled a follow-up meeting for April 5th to complete the proposals.

• Scheduled follow-up budget meeting for April 5th
• Entered Executive Session for Collective Bargaining update (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15PM (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Clinton Finance Committee and Select Board will hold a joint public meeting to review departmental budget presentations for fiscal year 2024. Departments presenting include the Library, DPW (including Water/Sewer, Rubbish, and Landfill), Treasurer/Collector, and Facilities. The meeting is scheduled for March 30, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Town Hall Chamber Room.

• FY24 budget presentation: Library
• FY24 budget presentation: DPW, Water/Sewer, Rubbish and Landfill
• FY24 budget presentation: Treasurer/Collector
• FY24 budget presentation: Facilities

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to receive reports and discuss unfinished and new business. The agenda includes updates on strategic planning, the Friends of the library, and various subcommittees.

• Strategic Planning update
• Friends update
• Building & Facilities subcommittee update
• Advocacy & Outreach subcommittee update
• Policy subcommittee update

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to conduct an evidentiary hearing regarding an accidental disability application in executive session. The board will also review investment consultant reports and monthly accounting reconciliations.

• Evidentiary hearing for an accidental disability application
• Stanley Starr Jr. MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
• Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation

Library Building and Facilities Subcommittee

The Building and Facilities Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a recent MBLC construction bond. The body will consider recommendations for the town meeting and for library building committee appointees.

• Discussion of MBLC construction bond
• Recommendations for town meeting
• Recommendations for library building committee appointees

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to discuss ways to increase library awareness. The group will also follow up on library legislative day and the Library Construction Program.

• Discussion of advocacy opportunities to increase library awareness
• Follow up on library legislative day
• Discussion of Library Construction Program

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission will meet to review department updates and the status of a feasibility study. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Greg Barros.

• Feasibility Study Status
• Department Updates
• Discussion regarding Greg Barros

Fuller Field Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes and discuss updates for the Clinton Area Little League and Savage Field administration. Members will also review quotes for concrete chessboards and discuss Depot Square with Lee Abdella.

• Savage Field administration
• Concrete chessboard quotes
• Depot Square discussion with Lee Abdella
• Holiday Pops Shillelagh Honorees

Housing Authority

The Clinton Housing Authority will hold public hearings for the Federal and State Agency Plans. The body will also consider approvals for HUD and DHCD plans and a truck purchase.

• Public Hearing for the Federal Agency Plan
• Public Hearing for the State Agency Plan
• HUD 5-Year Action Plan (2023-2027)
• Approval to purchase truck
• DHCD Amendment #12 to Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 5001

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Board of Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review specific library policies. The discussion focuses on a new general liability waiver for LoUI items and the existing social media policy.

• Review of new general liability waiver for LoUI items
• Review of social media policy

Permanent Building Committee

The Permanent Building Committee and School Building Committee are meeting to discuss and vote on the top three building options for the Clinton Middle School project. The body will also vote on submitting the Project Delivery Process (PDP) to the MSBA.

• SBC poll vote for preferred building options
• Vote on top three building options for PDP submission
• Vote to submit PDP to MSBA
• Approval of Local Actions Letter

Select Board

The Select Board is holding joint meetings with the School Committee, Finance Committee, and Planning Board to discuss the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study and the FY2024 Version A School Department budget. The board will also review ARPA fund expenditure timelines and specific property funding requests.

• Liquor License Change of Category public hearing for 220 High Street (Papacalos Variety)
• Funding request for Strand Theatre roof replacement at 58 High Street
• Underutilized Properties Program Grant interest for 329 High Street
• MVP Lawns & Landscapes Resiliency Project recommendations
• One day liquor licenses for Central Park Concert Series (June-August 2023)

The Select Board approved a liquor license category change for Papacolas Variety and a letter of support for a pop-up retail grant at 329 High Street. The board also authorized a $250 donation to the Clinton Public Schools Scholarship Foundation and approved facility and liquor requests for the Holiday Pops Concert. A funding request for the Strand Theatre roof was tabled for further information.

• Approved liquor license category change from Beer & Wine to All Alcohol for Papacolas Variety (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Mass Development grant for pop-up retail at 329 High Street (unanimous)
• Approved use of Fallon Auditorium for Holiday Pops Concert on Dec 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Holiday Pops Concert on Dec 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $250 donation to Clinton Public Schools Scholarship Foundation (unanimous)
• Tabled Strand Theatre roof replacement funding request pending more financial data

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee, Select Board, and School Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will discuss the Clinton Middle School Building Project and the FY24 School Budget presentation.

• Clinton Middle School Building Project
• FY24 School Budget Presentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet jointly with the Select Board to receive updates on two specific projects. The meeting focuses on community information and project status.

• Clinton Middle School Building Project Community Forum and Update
• MVP Grant Lawns and Landscapes Update

Permanent Building Committee

The Permanent Building Committee will meet jointly with several town boards for a presentation. Lamoureux Pagano Architects will provide an update regarding the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study.

• Presentation by Lamoureux Pagano Architects on the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study Update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to conduct a budget review and discuss abandoned property. The agenda also includes a review of housing complaints.

• Budget review
• Abandoned Property Review
• Housing Complaints

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to conduct a budget review. The agenda also includes reviews of abandoned property and housing complaints.

• Budget review
• Abandoned Property Review
• Housing Complaints

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss several land-use and compliance matters. The body will review notices of intent for specific projects and provide an update on an enforcement order.

• Certificate of Compliance request for 278 Grove St. (DEP #135-0160)
• Notice of Intent from Woodland View LLC for Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane
• Notice of Intent from Boston Gas Co. for 498 Water St.
• Enforcement Order update for 4 Craig Drive
• Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee discussion

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission will meet to receive department updates and discuss the status of a feasibility study. The meeting also includes a review of the February 8, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Feasibility study status update
• Department updates

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to provide updates on land maintenance, grant applications, and pollinator meadows. The body will also discuss visitor enhancements and upcoming citizen science programs.

• CFNCM grant application update for Land Management Climate Change Resiliency
• Update on seasonal bathroom facility due April 1, 2023
• WPI IQP 2022-23 Citizen Science Tree Survey scheduled for March 18
• Update on Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond
• Update on Freedom’s Way: Hidden Treasures May program

Government Affairs Subcommittee

The Government Affairs Subcommittee is meeting to discuss two items: a town-wide donation policy and the creation of an inspections department. No decisions are noted on the agenda; these appear to be discussion items.

• Discussion of Town Wide Donation Policy
• Discussion of Creation of Inspections Department

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to review programming results, MSBA guideline reviews, and preliminary building options for the Clinton Middle School project. The committee will also consider approval for two February service invoices.

• D&W invoice #007 for $15,000.00
• LPAJA Invoice #002 for $31,250.00
• Review of programming results and building options
• MSBA guideline review

Olde Home Day Committee

The Olde Home Day Committee is meeting to review sponsorship forms and event details. The body will also discuss financial and marketing updates.

• Review of sponsorship list and forms
• Review of received forms
• Review of events
• Financial updates
• Marketing update

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several financial items, including a $48,000 transfer to the Clinton Police Department from a federal law enforcement fund and a $1,000 reserve fund transfer for the Building Inspector. They will also discuss ARPA fund recommendations for business assistance and a student recreation center, and hold joint meetings on a library construction grant and paramedic service creation.

• 2023 Community Development Block Grant application approval
• Joint meeting with Bigelow Library Trustees on Massachusetts Library Construction Program application
• Joint meeting with Finance Committee to discuss creation of ALS paramedic service
• Municipal aggregation program overview by Colonial Power Group
• Reserve fund transfer of $1,000 to Building Inspector miscellaneous expense

The Select Board authorized a grant application for the Bigelow Library and approved hiring a consultant to investigate High Street sidewalk issues. The board also approved several fund transfers for the police and building departments.

• Authorized Chair to sign 2023 CDBG grant application for $162,956.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved letter of intent for Massachusetts Public Library Construction program (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 reserve fund transfer for Building Department codebooks and engineering (Unanimous)
• Approved $48,000 transfer from Federal Law Enforcement Fund to State Law Enforcement Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring an independent consultant to review High Street sidewalks (Unanimous)
• Approved funding an RFP for High Street sidewalk project estimates (Unanimous)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Board of Selectmen will hold a joint meeting. The agenda consists of a single item regarding Advanced Life Support (ALS) services for the Fire Department.

• Fire Department ALS (Advanced Life Support) services

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to discuss the FY 2023 COLA and review investment reports. The meeting includes an executive session for an accidental disability application hearing.

• Evidentiary hearing for an accidental disability application
• FY 2023 COLA discussion
• MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
• Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hear a designer presentation, a presentation about the MPLCP, and reports from the chair, director, and subcommittees. The board will also review a draft of the strategic plan and enter executive session to discuss staff health.

• Designer presentation
• Presentation about MPLCP
• Review of draft strategic plan
• Executive session concerning health of staff members

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to receive a designer presentation and a presentation regarding the MPLCP. The meeting includes reports on strategic planning and subcommittee updates.

• Designer presentation
• Presentation about MPLCP
• Strategic Planning update
• Executive session concerning health of staff members

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will review monthly accounting, treasurer reconciliations, and investment consultant reports. The board is also scheduled to hold a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).

• Monthly Investment Consultant Report from Stanley Starr Jr.
• FY 2023 COLA Discussion

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY24 budget process and receive an ALS update. The meeting also includes reviews of previous minutes and time for public comment.

• FY24 Budget Process
• ALS update

Library Building and Facilities Subcommittee

The Building and Facilities Subcommittee of the Bigelow Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss the recent MBLC construction bond, including its timeline, requirements, and project elements. The subcommittee will also develop recommendations for the full board meeting and for library building committee appointees.

• Discussion of MBLC construction bond timeline, requirements, and project elements
• Formulation of recommendations for the full board meeting
• Formulation of recommendations for library building committee appointees

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee of the Bigelow Free Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss advocacy opportunities, including increasing library awareness, Library Legislative Day on March 15, follow-up on the library legislative breakfast, and the Library Construction Program. The agenda also includes a question about whether the library needs a recognizable mascot.

• Discussion of Library Legislative Day on March 15
• Follow-up on library legislative breakfast
• Discussion of Library Construction Program
• Question about creating a library mascot

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on an earth removal permit for 191 Stone Street and the 2023 Community Development Block Grant. They will also review preliminary recommendations from the ARPA Task Force, including facilities, Council on Aging, public works, and wheat assistance. Administrative items include abatements and a one-day liquor license.

• Earth Removal Permit Public Hearing for 191 Stone Street (HLT Realty Trust)
• 2023 Community Development Block Grant Public Hearing
• ARPA Task Force Preliminary Recommendations
• Water/Sewer/Trash Abatements for $8,415.18
• Reserve Fund Transfer for $12,920.40 for Environmental Review

The Select Board approved $125,000 in ARPA funds for a Church Street waterline upgrade and authorized a 2023 CDBG application for downtown improvements. The board also granted an earth removal permit for 191 Stone Street and approved various utility abatements and a one-day liquor license.

• Approved $125,000 ARPA funding for Church Street waterline upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 CDBG application for downtown improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Earth Removal permit for 191 Stone Street (unanimous)
• Approved $8,415.18 in Water/Sewer/Trash abatements (unanimous)
• Approved one-day Beer & Wine license for St. John the Guardian of Our Lady Parish (unanimous)
• Approved $12,920.40 reserve fund transfer for Parker Environmental site testing (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 18 and February 1, 2023 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss resiliency policies, regulations, and bylaws developed through a joint MVP Program Action Grant project with the Town of Bolton. The body will also review enforcement order updates for specific properties and discuss native shrub planting.

• Nashua River Communities Resilient Lands Management Project resiliency policy/regulations/bylaw
• Enforcement Order Update: 4 Craig Drive
• Enforcement Order Update: 222 Grove Street
• Native shrub bareroot stems South Nashua River planting
• Unpermitted DCR Work at River/Lower Rd.

Housing Authority

The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and authorize the payment of bills. The body will also consider HUD approval of Application #3 for the Harborview fire alarm replacement.

• HUD Application #3 for Harborview fire alarm replacement payment

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet on February 10, 2023, at 11:30 AM in the Assessors Office. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from the previous meeting, reviewing FY2023 abatement applications and the process, old and new business, and public comment.

• Review of minutes from previous meeting
• Review FY2023 abatement applications and process
• Old and New Business
• Public Comment

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to discuss land maintenance, invasive species control, and accessibility. The body will review a grant application to the Community Foundation of North Central MASS and a WPI IQP project proposal.

• Review of grant application to Community Foundation of North Central MASS
• WPI IQP 2022-23 revised project proposal for volunteer and citizen scientist opportunities
• Update on Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond
• Update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol for invasive species control
• Permissions for WPI IQP Citizen Science Tree Survey on March 18

Permanent Building Committee

The Fuller Field Commission is meeting to review department updates and the status of a feasibility study. The session also includes the review of January 11, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Review of January 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Feasibility study status update

Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the necessity of specific library policies. The body will review proposed rules regarding unaccompanied adults in the youth area and liability waivers for LoUI items.

• Proposed policy on unaccompanied adults in youth area
• Proposed general liability waiver for LoUI items
• Review of emergency procedures

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct site plan reviews for several properties, including 382 Water Street (Melody Maker/Zac Schlesinger), 89 Parker Street (KRD Growers/Chetak Patel), 546-556 Main St. (Dicon Auto Sales), and 75 Walnut St. (Tony Bondi/Tim Terrenetta). An informal discussion on the Clinton Solar By-Law is also scheduled. The meeting includes standard old business items such as minutes, mail, correspondence, invoices, ongoing projects, and compliance issues.

• Site plan review for Melody Maker/Zac Schlesinger at 382 Water Street
• Site plan review for KRD Growers/Chetak Patel at 89 Parker Street
• Informal discussion on Clinton Solar By-Law with Phil Duffy
• Site plan review for Dicon Auto Sales at 546-556 Main Street
• Site plan review for 75 Walnut St. with Tony Bondi and Tim Terrenetta

Permanent Building Committee

The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review department updates and upcoming programs. The body will discuss improvements to the CPR function room and public space, including new doors and paint.

• Review of quotes for concrete chessboards
• Discussion of CPR function room and public space improvements (new doors and paint)
• Planning for updated recreation space uses
• Hiring of counselors and interns
• Coordination with CALL, CYF, and CYS

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Committee (SBC) is meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. They will consider approving two invoices totaling $46,250 and review a Focus Visioning Sessions Report. The committee will also get updates on existing conditions and the project schedule.

• Approval of D&W invoice #006 for January in the amount of $15,000.00
• Approval of LPAA Invoice #001 for January in the amount of $31,250.00
• Review of Focus Visioning Sessions Report
• Update on existing conditions at Clinton Middle School
• Update on schedule and public all-boards meeting

Olde Home Day Committee

The committee will review information and forms from the previous year. Members will discuss sponsorship letters, volunteer recruitment, financial updates, marketing, and event reviews.

• Discussion on sponsorships and donations letters
• Discussion on seeking volunteers to serve on the committee
• Financial updates
• Marketing update
• Review of events

Select Board

The Select Board will review preliminary ARPA Task Force recommendations and the 2022 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan update. The meeting includes discussions on a 2023 Community Development Block Grant application and the winter overnight parking ban policy.

• 2022 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• 2023 Community Development Block Grant application
• ARPA Task Force recommendations for Board of Health, Fire Chief, and Premium Pay
• Winter Overnight Parking Ban Policy
• Fire Union Negotiations (Executive Session)

The Select Board approved the updated FEMA Hazardous Mitigation Plan and authorized the town to act as the fiscal sponsor for a $10,000 climate resilience grant. The board also reviewed several ARPA funding requests for public safety and health equipment, though no final funding decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from Nov 30, 2022, Dec 14, 2022, Jan 4, 2023, and Jan 11, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Authorized town as fiscal sponsor for $10,000 Community Foundation of North Central Mass Climate Resilience grant (Unanimous)
• Approved updated FEMA Hazardous Mitigation Plan (Unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss budget and abandoned property reviews. The board is also scheduled to address housing complaints and a vehicle request.

• Budget review
• Abandoned Property Review
• Housing Complaints
• Vehicle request

Retirement Board

The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation. The board will also examine the investment consultant report provided by Stanley Starr Jr.

• MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report from Stanley Starr Jr.
• Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
• Review of minutes
• Review of monthly correspondence

Tri-Council Clinton Public Schools

The Tri-Council will meet to review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024. The body will also receive updates regarding CMS/MSBA building projects.

• Preliminary Budget for FY24
• CMS/MSBA Building Project Updates

Olde Home Day Committee

The Olde Home Day Committee is meeting to review previous committee forms and events. Members will discuss sponsorship and donation letters, as well as the recruitment of new volunteers.

• Discussion on sponsorships and donations letters
• Seeking volunteers to serve on the committee
• Financial updates
• Marketing update
• Review of events

Cable Television Committee

The Clinton Cable Television Committee will meet to discuss department and volunteer structure, studio updates, and a decision on student pay structure. The meeting will also cover getting other meetings televised and the program schedule.

• Student pay structure decision
• Department/volunteer structure update
• Studio update
• Getting other meetings televised/taped
• Program schedule

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review reports on facilities, finances, and strategic planning. The board will also discuss policies regarding social media, museum passes, and de-certified library privileges.

• Review of social media policy
• Review of museum passes policy
• Review of de-certified library privileges policy
• Discussion of history pamphlet
• Strategic planning update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Bolton Conservation Commission to discuss resiliency policy, regulations, and bylaws for the Nashua River Communities Resilient Lands Management Project. The body will also address specific enforcement orders and RDA matters.

• Nashua River Communities Resilient Lands Management Project resiliency policy discussion
• RDA for Chris Hoeffler at 267 Grove Street
• Enforcement Order for Pedro Rodrigues at 4 Craig Drive
• Enforcement Order Update for Janet Carpenter at 222 Grove Street
• Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee review of invoices and compliance

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, review of November minutes, and several administrative items including a discussion on changing the meeting start time, a town hall workspace assessment, televising appointed meetings, a townwide gifts and donation policy, and a review of downtown sidewalks. The board will also enter executive session to discuss strategy regarding potential litigation related to a member's Personnel Board membership.

• Discussion of Select Board meeting start time
• Town Hall workspace assessment
• Televising Select Board appointed meetings
• Townwide gifts and donation policy
• Review of downtown sidewalks

The Select Board approved the filming of all municipal meetings for committees appointed by the board. The board also authorized a workspace assessment of Town Hall and tasked the Government Affairs subcommittee with drafting a town-wide gift and donation policy.

• Approved filming of all Select Board appointed committee meetings (4-1)
• Authorized Town Administrator to begin Town Hall workspace assessment (unanimous)
• Authorized Government Affairs subcommittee to draft town-wide Gift & Donation Policy (unanimous)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee

The Bigelow Free Public Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the library's vision and mission statements. The group will also review logo designs.

• Discussion of vision/mission statements
• Discussion of logo designs

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss preliminary recommendations from the ARPA Task Force. The meeting also includes an update regarding a Class II License renewal for Dicon Auto Sales.

• ARPA Task Force recommendations regarding Public Safety Communications, Wheat Community Connections, and Community & Economic Development
• Class II License Renewal update for Dicon Auto Sales

Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee

The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to review updates on land maintenance and habitat projects. The body will discuss the 2023 program schedule and permissions.

• Adaptive Land Management updates on mowing and trail maintenance
• Rauscher Farm Pollinator Meadow update
• Invasive species control for Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol and Clamshell Pond
• Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
• WPI IQP 2022-23 project proposal for volunteer and citizen scientist opportunities

Fuller Field Commission

The Fuller Field Commission will review and accept minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting and handle housekeeping items. The commission will receive department updates, discuss the scheduling status of a feasibility study, and review the status of the Fuller Field pole. Public comments will be heard.

• Review and acceptance of December 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Feasibility study scheduling status
• Status of Fuller Field pole
• Department updates
• Public comments

Fuller Field Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss various department updates and facility improvements. The agenda includes reviews of the Vale Lighting Project and the status of the skating rink and concrete chess table.

• Vale Lighting Project updates
• Clinton Cultural Council Grant Awards
• Skating Rink status
• Concrete Chess Table status
• Updated Rental Agreements

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee will meet to review the library's mission and vision statements, as well as policies on museum passes and lending to decertified library patrons. The meeting includes public comment and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Review of mission/vision statements
• Review of Museum Passes policy
• Review of Lending to Decertified Library patrons policy
• Public comment period

Permanent Building Committee

The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body will review a working plan update and consider several invoices and service proposals.

• D&W invoice #5 for $8,000.00
• LPAA Contact Amendment for $8,140.00
• Universal Environmental Consultants hazardous material inspection for $2,860.00
• Lord Associates Phase I Environmental Site Assessment for $5,280.00
• Architect introduction by Lamoureux Pagano Associates

Housing Authority

The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and authorize bill payments. The body will also consider two potential change orders for Fish #064096 via the DHCD.

• DHCD Potential Change Order #2 for Fish #064096
• DHCD Potential Change Order #3 for Fish #064096
• Authorization of payment of bills

Select Board

The Select Board will meet with the Parks & Recreation Commission for a joint meeting to discuss a vacancy appointment. The agenda also includes discussions on administrative business and various community grants and recommendations.

• Joint Meeting with Parks & Recreation Commission for Vacancy Appointment
• Clinton Turn Verein Raffle Permit
• Olde Home Day Donation
• Community Compact Grant Contract
• American Rescue Plan Act Task Force Recommendations

The Select Board approved a $10,000 donation from the Civic Fund to the Olde Home Day account and accepted two Community Compact grants totaling $83,750. The board also appointed a new member to the Parks & Recreation Commission and approved a raffle permit. Discussions were held regarding ARPA funding priorities and the ALS program.

• Appointed Michael Burgwinkel to the Parks & Recreation Commission (6-0)
• Approved raffle permit for Clinton Turn Verein (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 donation from Civic Fund to Olde Home Day account (Unanimous)
• Accepted $50,000 Community Compact grant for Open Space Plan (Unanimous)
• Accepted $33,750 Community Compact grant for technology audit (Unanimous)
• Scheduled ARPA Task Force review meeting for January 11 at 6:00PM

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss updates regarding 117 Water St. and review the Melody Repair septic system plan. The agenda also includes a budget review and a review of abandoned property and housing complaints.

• Update on 117 Water St.
• Melody Repair Septic System Plan
• Budget review
• Abandoned Property Review
• Housing Complaints

Planning Board

The Clinton Planning Board is meeting to review several site plans, an ANR (Approval Not Required) request, and to discuss the town's solar by-law. The agenda also includes old business, approval of minutes, and other routine matters.

• Plan conversion review for 115-117 Mechanics Street (Rhonda Messer)
• ANR request for 248 & 266 Wilson Street (Jamie Johnston)
• Informal discussion for 521 Main Street (Joe Murray and Eddie Ribereiro/Bike Realty)
• Clinton Solar By-Law discussion (Phil Duffy)