Clinton public meetings in 2024
272 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet on December 30, 2024, to review the investment consultant's monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation, discuss minutes and correspondence, and take public comment. No substantive decisions or proposals are noted on the agenda.
- Stanley Starr Jr. MITD/YTD Investment Consultant monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation
- Review of minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
- Public comment period
Conservation Commission
The Clinton Conservation Commission will continue a hearing on a Request for Determination of Applicability for the Clinton Middle School at 100-2 West Boylston Street, and consider a Certificate of Compliance for 14 Bolton Road. New business includes an informal discussion on 1181 Main Street. Several other items are pending additional information or peer review.
- Continuation: Request for Determination of Applicability for 100-2 West Boylston Street (Clinton Middle School) by Nistch Engineering for the Town
- Request for Certificate of Compliance for 14 Bolton Road by Bruno Silva / 19 Bolton Property Holdings LLC
- Notice of Intent for River Road North Dike (Wachusett Reservoir) by MWRA, pending peer review
- Notice of Intent for 42 Henry Street by George Baberkov, pending additional info
- Informal discussion on 1181 Main Street by Chaves & Low Realty Company, LLC
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on filling an open trustee seat. They will also receive updates on the upcoming legislative breakfast and the status of MPLCP grant awards. Routine items include approval of November minutes, director's report, and acknowledgment of donations.
- Review and discussion of candidates for an open trustee position
- Update on legislative breakfast scheduled for Feb 7
- Status of MPLCP grant awards
- Discussion of thank-you acknowledgments for donations
- Approval of minutes from November meeting (action item)
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss candidates for an open trustee position with the Selectboard and then appoint a new trustee. The agenda contains no other business.
- Discussion with Selectboard on open trustee position candidates
- Appointment of new trustee
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to debrief on recent advocacy activities and plan a Legislative Breakfast. The group will also discuss fundraising roles and a capital campaign for potential donors.
- Planning for Legislative Breakfast including food, speakers, and talking points
- Discussion of the subcommittee's legal role in fundraising
- Review of the advocacy plan for Trustees
- Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Capital Campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
Parks & Recreation
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission will review minutes from October and a Carlisle Park site meeting, discuss field usage for spring 2025, and receive facility and department updates. The agenda is primarily procedural with no votes on ordinances or financial items.
- Review and acceptance of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review and acceptance of Carlisle Park site meeting (November 20, 2024) minutes
- Spring 2025 field usage discussion
- Facilities report and updates
- Parks and Recreation department updates
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The subcommittee will receive updates on trails, climate resiliency, invasive species control, and a universal access path. They will review a drone usage policy and discuss permissions and public programs scheduled for 2025, including guided walks and photography workshops.
- Review of Drone Usage Policy
- Update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol for invasive species
- Update on Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond
- Programs for 2025: Into the Woods, Winter Sow of Native Plants, photography workshops, and StoryWalk
- Update on Land Management Climate Resiliency and Forest Stewardship Plan revision
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission will meet to discuss facilities updates and a request from John Gorman, Matt Kobus, and Andy Mortimer regarding the use of the field and clubhouse for American Legion Baseball.
- Field and clubhouse use request from American Legion Baseball
- Facilities update
- Review and acceptance of October 9, 2024, meeting minutes
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to discuss housing complaints and conduct a review of abandoned properties. The meeting also includes a section for old and new business.
- Housing complaints
- Abandoned property review
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve a rubbish contract for 2025 and a payment application for electrical upgrades. The body will also authorize the payment of bills and review the Executive Director's report.
- Approval of Award of Rubbish Contract for 2025
- Approval of Application for Payment Number 9 for Woodlawn and Fitch Complete Electrical Upgrade (EOHLC- FISH #: 064114)
School Committee
The Clinton School Committee will review the FY26 budget, a bus bid, and contract negotiations, along with an update on the CMS Building Project's MSBA Design Development Package. They will also discuss the FY24 End of Year Report, the Advanced Learning Pilot, and the Early College Designation. Superintendent comments on the AMSA Amendment are due by 12/13.
- CMS Building Project update: MSBA Design Development Package
- FY24 End of Year Report
- FY26 Budget, Bus Bid, and Contract Negotiations
- Advanced Learning Pilot and Early College Designation Update
- AMSA Amendment – Superintendent comments due by 12/13
Council on Aging
The Clinton Council on Aging will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, hear the director's report on finances and center activities, and discuss old business including facility updates (porch project, boiler replacement), the Carriage House project, and the Veteran Flag Program. The meeting will conclude with an executive session for personnel matters and will not resume public session.
- Facility Update: Porch Project and Boiler Replacement
- Carriage House Project discussion
- Center Use Policy review
- Veteran Flag Program update
- Executive Session for Personnel Matters
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will review a new salary schedule proposal, conduct employment negotiations for the Human Resources Manager, and discuss the Facilities Administrative Assistant job description. They will also review the Board of Health sick leave policy and the status of open positions, along with a personnel bylaw review.
- Facilities Administrative Assistant job description review
- New salary schedule proposal
- Human Resources Manager employment negotiations
- Board of Health sick leave review
- Personnel bylaw review
Planning Board
The Planning Board will continue site plan reviews and special permit applications for three properties: MHRose, Inc. at 835 Main Street, Saurabh Patel at 271 High Street, and Big Daddy Realty, LLC at 23 Coyne Street. An informal update on Jack's Mill will be provided by James Cunningham. The board will also handle old business including approval of prior minutes, invoices, and compliance issues.
- Continuation of site plan review/special permit for MHRose, Inc. at 835 Main Street
- Continuation of site plan review/special permit for Saurabh Patel at 271 High Street
- Continuation of site plan review/special permit for Big Daddy Realty, LLC at 23 Coyne Street
- Informal update on Jack's Mill by James Cunningham
- Review and approval of prior minutes, invoices, and compliance issues
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee of the Permanent Building Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss and vote on several items related to the Clinton Middle School project, including value engineering items, a DESE resubmittal, and the Design Development package. Votes are expected on invoices, commitments, and the project's design direction.
- Approval of Clinton Middle School invoices and commitments (vote expected)
- Review and vote on Value Engineering (VE) items
- DESE resubmittal approval (vote expected)
- Review and approval of Design Development (DD) package (vote expected)
- Project Funding Agreement update
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation provided by investment consultant Stanley Starr Jr. The board will also review minutes and monthly correspondence.
- Investment Consultant Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation by Stanley Starr Jr.
- Review of minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review the Director's report on budget and facilities. The board will discuss the FY26 action plan and the status of MPLCP grant awards.
- Vote on approval of October 22 minutes
- Chair report regarding discussion with Ethics Commission
- Discussion of FY26 action plan
- Review of FY24 Annual Report
- Status update on MPLCP grant awards
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Advocacy Subcommittee of the Clinton Library Board of Trustees will discuss upcoming advocacy activities, including planning for a Legislative Breakfast. Old business includes reviewing the advocacy plan, environmental justice resources, and outreach for the capital campaign to potential donors and board members. No votes or binding decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Debriefing on advocacy activities
- Planning for a Legislative Breakfast
- Reviewing advocacy plan for Trustees
- Discussion of environmental justice (linked to an ArcGIS viewer)
- Capital Campaign — reaching out to potential donors/board members
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Policy Subcommittee of the Board of Library Trustees is meeting to review the library's crisis policy and associated procedures, which are currently based on a 2014 version. The meeting will include public comment and scheduling the next meeting. No votes or binding decisions are on the agenda.
- Review of crisis policy and procedures (current policy from 2014)
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Policy Subcommittee of the Bigelow Free Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the library's crisis policy and procedures, which were last updated in 2014. The meeting is scheduled for November 22, 2024, at 11 AM.
- Review of current crisis policy (last revised 2014) and procedures
Council on Aging
The Council on Aging will review the Director's report and financial status. The body is discussing facility updates including a porch project, boiler replacement, and the third bid round for the Carriage House project.
- Carriage House Project third bid round closed 11/15
- Facility updates: Porch Project and Boiler Replacement
- Center Use Policy
- Veteran Flag Program
- Stained glass windows update
Parks & Recreation
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting for a site visit at Carlisle Park. The meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024, at 68 Beacon Street.
- Site visit at Carlisle Park (68 Beacon Street)
Conservation Commission
The Commission will consider a Request for Determination of Applicability for work at Clinton Middle School (100-2 West Boylston Street). They will also continue a Certificate of Compliance request for 180 Stone Street and review pending Notices of Intent for the MWRA dike project on River Road North and a property at 42 Henry Street. Committee reports and approval of invoices, including a $1,753.75 mowing invoice for Rauscher Farm, are also on the agenda.
- Request for Determination of Applicability at 100-2 West Boylston Street (Clinton Middle School) by Nistch Engineering
- Request for Certificate of Compliance at 180 Stone Street by 417 Bolton Road LLC (continued)
- Notice of Intent for River Road North Dike, Wachusett Reservoir by MWRA (pending peer review, no hearing)
- Notice of Intent at 42 Henry Street by George Baberkov (pending additional info, no hearing)
- Invoice approval: Samuel Bell Inv. #702026 for Rauscher Farm Conservation Field mowing service, $1,753.75
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 invoices and proposals for the Carriage House and Clinton Middle School projects.
- Vote on Carriage House Project invoice
- Review and vote on Dixon Salo Architects proposal
- Vote on Clinton Middle School invoices and commitments
- Update on Soil Management Plan
- Update on Design Development Estimate
School Committee
The Clinton School Committee will meet on November 18, 2024, to consider three action items: CHS student travel, a Pre-K schedule change, and Food Service Hiring Committee representation. The agenda also includes updates on the Artificial Intelligence Policy Recommendations, student competency determination, and the CMS building project. Routine approvals of bills and minutes, as well as public comment and celebrations, are also scheduled.
- Action item: CHS Student Travel
- Action item: Pre-K Schedule Change
- Action item: Food Service Hiring Committee Representation
- Update on Artificial Intelligence Policy Recommendations
- Update on CMS Building Project
Board of Registrars
The Board of Registrars will meet on Friday, Nov. 15 at 5:00 PM in the Town Clerk's Office to count Federal Write-in Absentee Ballots. The meeting is open to the public.
- Counting of Federal Write-in Absentee Ballots
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to review proposed expenditures for fiscal year 2025. The body will also discuss updates on land management, habitat reviews, and a schedule of educational programs for 2025.
- Proposed FY 25 expenditures
- 2025 Programs including 'Into the Woods' presentation by forester Ry Patton
- Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
- Drone Usage Policy Review
- Wetlands, Grasslands, and Forest Stewardship Plan Revision
Board of Health
The Clinton Board of Health will hold a tobacco hearing for Maher Chmaysem of Clinton Gas and consider a chicken permit at 23 Candice St., as well as a failure to obtain a chicken permit at 44 Berlin Street. The agenda also includes unspecified discussion of 525 Water St., housing complaints, and an abandoned property review.
- Tobacco hearing for Maher Chmaysem, Clinton Gas
- Chicken permit application at 23 Candice St.
- Failure to obtain chicken permit at 44 Berlin Street
- Item regarding 525 Water St. (no details provided)
- Abandoned property review
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet jointly with the Select Board to discuss the timeline and process for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. This is a planning session with no votes or public hearings scheduled.
- Discussion of FY26 budget timeline and process
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting on November 12, 2024, to consider routine administrative items including approval of minutes, payment of bills, and public comment. A notable action item is HUD approval of a painting bid for unit 21-1. The executive director will also provide a report.
- Approval of painting bid for unit 21-1 (HUD)
- Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024
- Authorization of payment of bills
- Public comment period
- Executive Director's report
Personnel Board
The Clinton Personnel Board will discuss several personnel matters, including a review of the Personnel Bylaw, job descriptions, and position classifications. No votes or financial figures are noted on this agenda.
- Facilities Administrative Assistant Job Description Review
- Community Television Production Manager Position Classification
- Assistant Assessor Step/Grade Review
- Board of Health Sick Leave Review
- Personnel Bylaw Review
Election Events
This meeting notice announces the scheduled advanced removal and deposit of election materials on November 4, 2024. The event is procedural and open to the public, with no specific decisions or discussions listed on the agenda.
- Advanced removal and deposit of election materials on Nov 4 at 9:00 AM in Town Hall Auditorium
- Open to the public
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a new ANR Plan for 384 Wilson Street and a continuing site plan review for 830-894 Main Street. Several other site plan reviews have requested continuations to the December 3 meeting.
- ANR Plan for 384 Wilson Street (William Rouleau)
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit for 830-894 Main Street (Clinton Real Estate Development)
- Requested continuation for 271 High Street (Saurabh Patel)
- Requested continuation for 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty, LLC)
- Requested continuation for 835 Main Street (MHRose, Inc.)
Traffic Committee
The Clinton Traffic Committee will meet to discuss several traffic and parking issues, including a town-wide winter parking ban, an overnight parking ban on High Street, and a request for a stop sign on Chace Street. They will also review sidewalk flow at Jack's Mill Apartments and a crosswalk situation at Water and Chestnut Streets. No votes or decisions are noted in the agenda.
- Jack's Mill Apartments Traffic/Sidewalk Flow
- Water and Chestnut Streets Crosswalk Situation
- Town-wide Winter Parking Ban
- Overnight Parking Ban in the Downtown Business District of High Street
- Request for Stop Sign on Chace Street at Acre Park
Town Clerk & Elections
This is a procedural meeting of all election workers called by the Town Clerk. No decisions or agenda items beyond the meeting notice itself are provided in the document.
- Meeting of all election workers on October 30, 2024 at 4:15 PM in the 2nd Floor Chamber room at 242 Church Street.
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review monthly accounting, correspondence, and minutes. The main agenda item is a presentation from investment consultant Stanley Starr Jr. and Mass Prim's Francesco Daniele. The meeting is largely procedural with no new ordinances or financial decisions on the agenda.
- Presentation by Stanley Starr Jr. (investment consultant) and Francesco Daniele (Mass Prim) on annual performance and monthly accounting
- Review of meeting minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
- Public comment period
- Old and new business discussion
School Committee
The Clinton School Committee will hold a regular meeting on October 28, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the High School Library. The agenda includes approval of minutes and bills, public comment, the superintendent's report featuring a Q1 budget review, MCAS subgroup percentiles, AP scores, and updates on the CMS building project and school choice. Committee reports and old/new business will follow.
- Q1 Budget Report
- MCAS Subgroup Percentiles and AP Scores
- CMS Building Project Update
- School Choice and Circuit Breaker Updates
- Appleseeds Materials and PD Continuation Grant Letter
Tri-Council Clinton Public Schools
This Tri-Council meeting of the Clinton Public Schools will discuss the 2024 accountability data, the 2024-2025 district goals, strategic plan action steps, the CMS project, and planning for fall 2027. The agenda also includes a welcome and other procedural items.
- 2024 Accountability Data
- 2024-2025 District Goals
- Strategic Plan Action Steps
- CMS Project
- Planning for Fall 2027
Town Clerk & Elections
The Town Clerk's office will conduct an early deposit of early voting ballots on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the Town Hall Auditorium. This meeting is open to the public and is purely procedural processing of early ballots.
- Early deposit of early voting ballots at Town Hall Auditorium
Council on Aging
The Clinton Council on Aging will review bids for the Carriage House Project, which closed Oct. 18, and discuss a newly awarded Hannaford Grant program. Other business includes title changes for the Meal Site Manager, the Center Use Policy, a new boiler facility update, and the Boston Post Cane Award to Martin Jimenez. The meeting also covers a Cultural Council Grant application and a new Veteran Flag Program.
- Carriage House Project bids close Oct. 18
- Hannaford Grant awarded for new program
- Boston Post Cane Award to Martin Jimenez
- Title changes for Meal Site Manager from Personnel Board
- Veteran Flag Program as new business
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to review requests for certificates of compliance and several notices of intent. The body will also discuss reports from the Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee and approve pending invoices.
- Certificate of Compliance requests for 222 Grove Street and 14 Bolton Road
- Notice of Intent for 305 Berlin Street (JC Construction & Services LLC)
- Notice of Intent for River Road North Dike Washusett Reservoir (MWRA)
- Notice of Intent for 42 Henry Street (George Baberkov)
- Approval of invoices totaling $88.62, $311, and $673.98
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will vote on the annual report and three new policies regarding air quality, no-idling, and cleaning products. They will also review the FY2026 Action Plan, discuss grant awards (MPLCP), and receive a report on discussions with the Ethics Commission.
- Vote on annual report
- Vote on new air quality policy
- Vote on no-idling policy
- Review of Action Plan FY2026
- Discussion on MPLCP grant awards
Cable Television Committee
The Cable Television Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss several operational items. Topics include school-town collaboration for a monthly show, staffing expansion, studio improvements, and purchasing equipment requested by schools. The committee will also review content scheduling and the status of filming municipal meetings.
- Discussion on reviving a school monthly show (similar to the old Revolution show)
- Plan for staffing expansion
- Update on studio improvements
- Regroup on purchasing of school requested equipment
- Discussion on creating a weekly program schedule and bringing back Coach Gannon's show
Town Clerk & Elections
The Clinton Town Clerk is conducting a public test of election tabulators for the November 5 election. The test occurs on October 22, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the Town Hall second-floor chamber room. This is the only item on the agenda.
- Testing of election tabulators for the November 5, 2024 election at Town Hall, 242 Church Street, Clinton
Commission on Disability
The Clinton Commission on Disability is holding a regular meeting to discuss updates on by-laws, town property surveys, and member terms, along with addressing the Cavanaugh building sidewalk issues on Main St. and a grievance procedure. The meeting also includes correspondence, public comment, and a planned meeting with the State Commission.
- Review of town properties to survey for accessibility
- Follow-up on Cavanaugh building sidewalk issues on Main St.
- Discussion of grievance procedure and form
- Goals for fiscal year 2025
- Meeting with the State Commission on Disability
Cultural Council
The Clinton Cultural Council will review all grant submissions for the FY24-25 cycle, discuss logistics for a public event to highlight recipients, and note that public feedback will be solicited later in the cycle.
- Application Review — go over all submissions for FY24-25
- Public Feedback — later in the cycle
- Public event to highlight recipients — logistics and potential date
Library Board of Trustees Building Subcommitte
The Library Building Subcommittee will discuss raising awareness and support for a possible grant-funded library construction project. They will develop an approach to keep stakeholders informed and review old business regarding the creation of a building project-specific website.
- Raising awareness and support for possible grant-supported library construction project
- Develop approach to keep stakeholders informed
- Old business: creation of building project-specific website
Permanent Building Committee
The Permanent Building Committee's School Building Sub-Committee will consider approving invoices and commitments for the Clinton Middle School project and the Carriage House Project. They will also vote on previous meeting minutes and receive an update from LPA|A. Public comment is scheduled.
- Carriage House Project invoices for approval (vote expected)
- Previous meeting minutes for approval (vote expected)
- Clinton Middle School invoices and commitments for approval (vote expected)
- LPA|A update on the Clinton Middle School project
- Public comment period
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Advocacy Subcommittee of the Board of Library Trustees will meet to debrief a recent Advocacy Bootcamp and continue discussions on environmental justice, advocacy opportunities, and a capital campaign. They will also review the advocacy plan for trustees and explore legal roles in fundraising. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.
- Debrief of Advocacy Bootcamp
- Discussion of capital campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
- Review of advocacy plan for Trustees
- Continued discussion on environmental justice and advocacy
- Review of population changes and advocacy opportunities
Parks & Recreation
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission will review minutes, receive updates on Carlisle Park, and discuss ARPA funds for a skatepark. Facilities and department updates are also on the agenda. No votes or decisions are noted; the items appear to be discussion and informational.
- Review and acceptance of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Carlisle Park update
- Discussion of ARPA funds for a skatepark
- Facilities updates and report
- Parks & Recreation department updates
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates on land management, climate resiliency, barn electricity, farmhouse historical research, pollinator meadow, invasive species control, and the universal access path. They will also consider new business items, including permissions and proposed 2025 programs such as a woodland presentation, photography workshops, and a StoryWalk.
- Adaptive land management: fall mowing and trails maintenance update
- Land management climate resiliency: update on habitat review and stewardship plans for wetlands, grasslands, forests
- Drone usage policy review
- Programs 2025: woodland presentation with forester Ry Patton, photography workshops with Steve McGrath, and StoryWalk®
- Universal access path to Clamshell Pond update
Fuller Field Commission
This is a procedural meeting of the Fuller Field Commission. The agenda includes reviewing and approving the minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting and a facilities update. No specific actions, projects, or financial details are listed.
- Review and acceptance of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Facilities update (no details provided in agenda)
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve budgets for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, for both EOHLC and HUD. The board will also consider approvals for a fire alarm system payment and service contract renewal.
- Approval of Application for Payment #3 for Project 064116: ARPA Targeted Award: Fire Alarm System 667-3
- Approval of Budgets for FYE June 30, 2025 (EOHLC and HUD)
- Approval of Executive Director Salary schedule
- Approval of renewal of Fire Alarm Testing Service Contract
- Approval of insurance policy renewal for 21-1 program
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Bigelow Free Public Library's Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly draft policies on air quality, cleaning products, and no idling, all related to the SLI (State Library Initiative). The meeting includes public comment and scheduling the next meeting.
- Discussion of an Air Quality Plan/Policy (re: SLI)
- Discussion of a Cleaning Products Policy (re: SLI)
- Discussion of a No Idling Policy (re: SLI)
School Committee
The Clinton School Committee will meet to approve bills and minutes, receive superintendent and committee reports, and discuss various updates including a request from the Clinton Teachers Association to open negotiations. The agenda includes updates on building projects, accountability data, and new programs.
- Approval of bills and minutes from September 16 meeting
- CTA request to open negotiations received September 28
- 2024 Accountability Data Overview presentation
- CMS Building Project updates
- Food service company information received
Cultural Council
The Clinton Cultural Council will discuss council members' terms, review a financial report from the Town Accountant, and plan public feedback and a recipient highlight event. The meeting also addresses the approach for an upcoming Application Review Meeting on October 23, 2024. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes or dollar amounts identified.
- Council Members' Terms update per Massachusetts Cultural Council guidelines
- Financial report assessment from Town Accountant
- Public feedback session scheduled for later in the cycle
- Logistics and potential date for public event to highlight grant recipients
- Discussion of approach for Application Review Meeting on 10/23/24
Board of Health
The Clinton Board of Health will meet to discuss housing complaints, an abandoned property review, and a failure to obtain a chicken permit at 44 Berlin Street. The meeting will also cover general old and new business items.
- Review of housing complaints at 525 Water St.
- Abandoned property review
- Failure to obtain chicken permit at 44 Berlin St.
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold site plan reviews and special permit hearings for several properties, including MHRose at 835 Main Street and Clinton Real Estate Development at 830-894 Main Street, with some continuations to November. Informal discussions include reviewing the by-law for used car dealers and an entrance/exit at 470 Main Street. The board will also handle old business such as minutes and invoices.
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit – MHRose, Inc. at 835 Main Street (continuation of G-25-24P)
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit – Clinton Real Estate Development at 830-894 Main Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit – CIG James’ Corner LLC at 63 Union Street
- Informal – James Salmon Discussion on used auto sales by-law
- Informal – Franklin Harding Discussion on entrance and exit at 470 Main Street
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to review advocacy opportunities and the current advocacy plan. The group will discuss supporting a state bond bill for libraries and strategies for a capital campaign.
- Writing to state senator/representative regarding the library bond bill
- Discussion of legal/active roles in fundraising
- Review of population changes
- Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Capital Campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
Cable Television Committee
The Cable Television Committee will discuss a School-Town Collaboration covering video editing definitions, fund distribution, late submissions, video resolution standards, summer student help, pay scales, and filming group structure. They will also consider a letter to boards and commissions regarding filming of public meetings, along with old and new business.
- Defining 'Editing' for school-town video collaboration
- School handling distribution of funds for video projects
- Addressing low resolution videos and training needs
- Existing pay scale for school-filmed videos
- Letter to Boards & Commissions for filming public meetings
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will discuss pending permit applications, including a Notice of Intent continuation for 305 Berlin Street and two items for the River Road North Dike (MWRA) that are pending additional information. A discussion on the lack of any FY2025 funding for Rauscher Farm is also scheduled. An informal item addresses resource area evaluation questions for Clinton Middle School.
- Continuation of Notice of Intent (NOI) for 305 Berlin Street (JC Construction & Services LLC) — continued, no hearing
- Notice of Intent for 42 Henry Street (George Baberkov) — pending additional info
- Notice of Intent and Certificate of Compliance for River Road North Dike, Wachusett Reservoir (MWRA) — pending additional info and as-built
- Discussion on lack of any FY 2025 funding for Rauscher Farm
- Informal: Clinton Middle School resource area evaluation questions (Nitsch Engineering)
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will discuss the job description for the Assistant Town Administrator position and receive updates on open positions for Town Treasurer and Human Resources Manager. The board will also review the Personnel Bylaw. Public comment will be taken.
- Update on open Town Treasurer and Human Resources Manager positions
- Discussion of Assistant Town Administrator position job description
- Personnel Bylaw review
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation. The board will also review meeting minutes and monthly correspondence.
- Investment Consultant Report from Stanley Starr Jr.
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to vote on approval of minutes from August 26, adoption of two unspecified policies, and an early closure on Halloween. They will also receive the director's report covering budget, activities, and facilities, and hear updates on building, advocacy, and grant awards (AARP, ARSL, MPLCP).
- Vote on approval of August 26 minutes
- Vote on Policy1 and Policy2
- Vote on early closure for Halloween
- Director's report: budget, activities, facilities
- Status of grant awards (AARP, ARSL, MPLCP)
Commission on Disability
The Commission on Disability will discuss updates on town property surveys, accessibility issues, and goals for FY ‘25. The body will also address new business regarding building projects and the creation of a grievance procedure.
- Review of Clinton Fire Dept. Residential Lock Box program- SAFE Grant
- Review of Cavanaugh building sidewalk issues on Main St.
- Review of handicapped parking spaces list
- Discussion of ramps, chair lifts, and equipment via Community & Economic Development Office
- Proposal to create a grievance procedure and form
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Advocacy Subcommittee of the Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss strategies for library advocacy, including writing to state legislators to support a bond bill for libraries. They will also review the advocacy plan, continue discussion on environmental justice, and explore capital campaign fundraising.
- Write to state senator/representative to support the bond bill for libraries
- Review advocacy plan for trustees
- Discuss capital campaign outreach to potential donors/board members
- Continued discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Review 'What if...' scenario
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss three specific policy items related to SLI. The session includes a period for public comment.
- Discussion of Air Quality Plan/Policy (re: SLI)
- Discussion of cleaning products policy (re: SLI)
- Discussion of no idling policy (re: SLI)
Permanent Building Committee
The Permanent Building Committee's School Building Sub-Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and invoices, as well as an update from LPA|A on the project. Votes are expected on minutes and commitments.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes and topics
- Approval of invoices and commitments
- Update from LPA|A on the Clinton Middle School project
- Public comment period
- Scheduling of future meetings
School Committee
The School Committee will discuss personnel updates, student enrollment, and curriculum matters. The meeting includes reviews of the bus bid process and updates on the CMS building project, including upcoming test pits.
- Review of new hires, resignations, retirements, and substitute nurse rates
- Discussion of the bus bid process
- CMS Building Project updates including test pits scheduled for 9/26 and 9/27
- Review of Athletic Department petty cash and student activity accounts
- Policy reviews for EEA Student Transportation Services and EEAA Walkers and Riders
Parks & Recreation
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review minutes from August 14, 2024. The body will discuss updates regarding parks and fields signage, as well as facilities and department reports.
- Parks/Fields Signage Update
- Facilities Report
- Department Updates
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee will discuss updates on adaptive land management (summer mowing and trails), climate resiliency plans including habitat review and stewardship updates, the pollinator meadow nursery garden, and invasive species control using purple loosestrife biocontrol. New business includes electricity supply in the barn, a farmhouse sign, and upcoming programs for 2024/25. The meeting will also cover FY25 expenditures and volunteer opportunities.
- Adaptive Land Management: summer mowing and trails maintenance update
- Land Management Climate Resiliency: habitat review, wetlands, grasslands, and forest stewardship plan update
- Rauscher Farm Pollinator Meadow: nursery garden update
- Invasive Species Control: Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol Update
- Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond: update
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from the previous meeting and receive a facilities update. No other items are listed for decision or discussion, making this a routine procedural meeting.
- Review and acceptance of August 14, 2024, meeting minutes
- Facilities update (no specifics provided)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss mosquito spraying procedures and address enforcement actions for chicken regulations at 8 Top St. and 44 Berlin Street. Also on the agenda: a beaver permit at 40 Clamshell Rd., housing complaints, and an abandoned property review.
- Mosquito spraying procedures
- 8 Top St. – Failure to follow Chicken Regulations
- 44 Berlin Street – Failure to get Chicken Permit
- 40 Clamshell Rd. – beaver permit
- Housing Complaints
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a special permit application for Mark Laverdure. The board will also address old business, minutes, and compliance issues.
- Special Permit application for Mark Laverdure at 302 Main St. Rear
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to review minutes, reorganize (likely elect officers), and discuss the timeline for the FY26 budget. Old and new business items will also be considered, followed by public comment. The agenda is primarily procedural with no specific dollar amounts or ordinances listed.
- Review of meeting minutes
- Committee reorganization (likely election of officers)
- Discussion of FY26 budget timeline
- Old business and new business items
- Public comment period
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold site plan review and special permit hearings for three properties: a continuation for Clinton Real Estate Development at 830-894 Main Street, CIG James’ Corner LLC at 63 Union Street, and Saurabh Patel at 271 High Street. The agenda also includes old business such as approving prior minutes and reviewing ongoing projects.
- Site plan review/special permit continuation — Clinton Real Estate Development, 830-894 Main Street
- Site plan review/special permit — CIG James’ Corner LLC, 63 Union Street
- Site plan review/special permit — Saurabh Patel, 271 High Street
- Old business: approval of prior minutes, mail, correspondence, invoices, ongoing projects and compliance issues
Planning Board
The Clinton Planning Board will consider site plan reviews and special permits for four properties. Items include a continuation for Clinton Real Estate Development at 830-894 Main Street, and new reviews at 63 Union Street, 271 High Street, and 23 Coyne Street. The board will also handle old business, review prior minutes, and discuss correspondence and invoices.
- Continuation of site plan review/special permit for Clinton Real Estate Development at 830-894 Main Street
- Site plan review/special permit for CIG James’ Corner LLC at 63 Union Street
- Site plan review/special permit for Saurabh Patel at 271 High Street
- Site plan review/special permit for Big Daddy Realty, LLC at 23 Coyne Street
- Old business: review of prior minutes, mail, correspondence, invoices, ongoing projects, and compliance issues
The Planning Board voted unanimously (4-0) to continue the site plan review for the 830-894 Main Street redevelopment to the October 1, 2024 meeting, pending sign approvals. The board also continued three other site plan reviews to October 1: 271 High Street (Saurabh Patel), 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty LLC), and 63 Union Street (CIG James' Corner LLC). Prior minutes and invoices were approved.
- Continued 830-894 Main Street site plan review to Oct. 1 (4-0)
- Continued 271 High Street site plan review to Oct. 1 (4-0)
- Continued 23 Coyne Street site plan review to Oct. 1 (4-0)
- Continued 63 Union Street site plan review to Oct. 1 (4-0)
- Approved prior meeting minutes and invoices
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will hear a Notice of Intent from the MWRA for the River Road North Dike at the Wachusett Reservoir and consider Certificates of Compliance for that project and one at 250 Main Street. Several other Notices of Intent are continued pending additional information. The commission will also discuss the lack of FY2025 funding for Rauscher Farm and review routine matters.
- Notice of Intent for River Road North Dike at Wachusett Reservoir (MWRA)
- Certificate of Compliance for River Road North Dike (DEP #135-0296)
- Certificate of Compliance for 250 Main Street (DEP #135-0081, ADS Management)
- Informal hearing for driveway/parking at 245-253 Green Street (Paulo Filho)
- Discussion on lack of FY2025 funding for Rauscher Farm
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to vote on several action items, including approval of July 23 minutes, a Friends' gardening plan, and two policies: Recycling & Purchasing Policy and Library Bill of Rights. Trustees will also discuss staff evaluations, grant award statuses (AARP, ARSL, MPLCP), and receive subcommittee updates.
- Approval of minutes from July 23 meeting
- Friends' gardening plan explanation and approval request
- Vote on Recycling & Purchasing Policy
- Vote on Library Bill of Rights review
- Status of grant awards (AARP, ARSL, MPLCP)
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to receive an investment consultant report from Stanley Starr Jr., covering month-to-date and year-to-date performance, along with monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation. The agenda also includes review of minutes, monthly correspondence, public comment, and old/new business items. The meeting is largely procedural with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.
- Stanley Starr Jr. investment consultant report (MTD/YTD) and monthly accounting
- Review of meeting minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence with discussion
- Public comment period
- Old business and new business items
Personnel Board
The Clinton Personnel Board will discuss job descriptions for the Assistant Town Administrator and HR positions, and consider a proposal from Select Board Member Matt Kobus to reclassify the Assistant Town Administrator role. The board will also receive updates on open positions and review the town's personnel bylaws.
- Job descriptions for Asst. Town Administrator and HR positions
- Proposal by Select Board Member Matt Kobus to reclassify Asst. Town Administrator
- Update on current open positions
- Review of Personnel Board bylaws, timelines, and recommendations
- Public comment period
Election Events
The Town Clerk's Office announces that advance removal of State Primary ballots will occur on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the Town Clerk's Office. The public is welcome to attend. This is a procedural event, not a decision-making meeting.
- Advance removal of State Primary ballots – Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the Town Clerk's Office, 242 Church Street.
Town Clerk & Elections
The Town Clerk will conduct testing of voting machines on August 27, 2024, at 9:00 AM in the Town Hall Auditorium. The public is welcome to attend. This is a procedural, non-decisional event.
- Testing of voting machines on August 27, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet on August 27, 2024, to review routine financial reports, minutes, and correspondence. The board will also hold an executive session under Exception 2 to discuss pending litigation. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and review.
- Executive session under Exception 2 to discuss pending litigation
- Review of investment reports, monthly accounting, and treasurer reconciliation
- Review of minutes from prior meetings
- Review of monthly correspondence
- Public comment period
School Committee
The School Committee will meet to review the opening of school and school choice updates. The agenda includes reports on staffing, the CMS building project, and the faculty handbook.
- CMS Building Project update
- Homework Policy review
- Faculty Handbook discussion
- School Choice update
- Staffing updates
Cultural Council
The Clinton Cultural Council will welcome new members, discuss leadership roles, and assess current guidelines to meet an August 31 state reporting deadline. Members will also consider creating a public survey for community feedback, set a fall calendar for review of 2024-2025 grant applications, and decide whether to host a public event to highlight recipients.
- Welcome new members Nina Waddell, Anne Feehly, and Kristie Raymond
- Discussion of leadership roles and transition
- Assess current guidelines for Mass Cultural Council; report changes due by 8/31/24
- Create a public survey to report community feedback
- Set fall calendar for review of 2024-2025 applications; decide on public event
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Advocacy Subcommittee of the Clinton Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss writing to state legislators in support of a bond bill for libraries, review an advocacy plan, and continue outreach for a capital campaign. They will also address environmental justice and possible legal roles in fundraising.
- Writing to state senator/representative to support the bond bill for libraries
- Continued discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Capital campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
- Review of the advocacy plan for Trustees
- Discussion of legal or active role in fundraising
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Bigelow Free Public Library Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review existing guidelines and town procedures. The group will discuss the Library Bill of Rights and policies regarding recycling and purchasing.
- Review of the Library Bill of Rights (last approved 2014)
- Discussion of recycling policy and town practices
- Discussion of purchasing policy and town practices
Cable Television Committee
The Cable Television Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss operational matters. The agenda includes coordination between the school and town and updates regarding the studio.
- School / Town Collaboration
- Studio Update
- Filming of Town Board Meetings
- Discussion of Future Content
Parks & Recreation
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission will meet for a regular business session. They will consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and receive updates on parks/fields signage, facilities, and department activities. No decisions on funding or new projects are on the agenda.
- Review and acceptance of July 10, 2024 minutes
- Parks/Fields Signage Update
- Facilities Updates and Report
- Parks & Recreation Department Updates
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee will review and discuss several ongoing management topics including adaptive land management (summer mowing, trails maintenance), climate resiliency work (habitat review, forest stewardship plan update), and the universal access path to Clamshell Pond. Other agenda items cover invasive species control (purple loosestrife biocontrol), pollinator meadow nursery garden update, and FY25 expenditure discussion. New business includes a proposed mushroom walk with the Bigelow Free Public Library and planning for 2024/2025 recreational programs.
- Adaptive land management: summer mowing and trails maintenance
- Land management climate resiliency update: habitat review and forest stewardship plan
- Invasive species control: purple loosestrife biocontrol update
- Universal access path to Clamshell Pond: update
- New business: possible Bigelow Free Public Library guided mushroom walk on October 19, 2024 (20 participants max)
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission will meet to accept the minutes from the July 10, 2024, meeting. The commission will also receive a facilities update from Gregory Barros.
- Review and acceptance of July 10, 2024, meeting minutes
- Facilities update provided by Gregory Barros
Council on Aging
The Clinton Council on Aging will review old business including the Carriage House Project and a new boiler, and new business such as the Boston Post Cane Award and town technology updates. The council will also consider warrant approval, a personnel change for the Meal Site Manager, and the Center Use Policy.
- Carriage House Project (Old Business)
- New Boiler (Old Business)
- Boston Post Cane Award (New Business)
- Center Use Policy (New Business)
- Change form for Meal Site Manager (New Business)
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to handle routine business including approving prior meeting minutes, authorizing bill payments, and receiving the executive director's report. The main item is approval of year-end statements submitted to the state housing agency (EOHLC). No significant policy changes or financial amounts are noted.
- Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024
- Authorization of payment of bills
- Public comment period
- EOHLC approval of year-end statements
Zoning Board
The Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance or special permit application by Clinton Real Estate Development for properties at 830-894 Main Street. The board will also discuss old business, approve minutes, and review correspondence and invoices. The next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.
- Variance/Special Permit application for Clinton Real Estate Development at 830-894 Main Street
Permanent Building Committee
The Permanent Building Committee's School Building Sub-Committee will consider approving multiple invoices totaling over $628,000 for the Clinton Middle School project, including a $548,937 invoice from LPA|A. The committee will also discuss a geothermal feasibility report update and other project matters.
- Approval of LPA|A Invoice No. 2220-2407 for $548,937
- Approval of DWMP Invoice No. 022 for $70,000
- Approval of Clinton Carriage House Invoice for $8,010
- Approval of Gustafson Plumbers Invoice for $1,418
- Geothermal Feasibility Report Update
School Committee
The School Committee will discuss the FY25 budget, including final cherry sheets and entitlement grants. The meeting includes updates on the CMS building project and staffing for the upcoming school year. Members will also review nondiscrimination policies and district goals for 2024-25.
- FY25 Budget and Final Cherry Sheets
- CMS Building Project Update
- Review of Nondiscrimination Policies (AC, AC-R, ACA, ACA-R, ACAB, ACGA, ACGB, GBA)
- District Goals and School Improvement Plans for 24-25
- Special Education Updates
Commission on Disability
The Commission on Disability will discuss goals for fiscal year 2025, updates to the website, and informational brochures. The meeting also includes introduction of new members and public comment.
- Discussion of goals for FY2025
- Website updates
- Informational brochures
- Introduction of new members
The Commission on Disability restructured after Jan Rusiecki's resignation, unanimously electing Debra Goodsell to fill the vacancy. Members discussed their duties, including holding 10 meetings per year and filing an annual report, and agreed to review by-laws at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.
- Elected Debra Goodsell as Commissioner to replace Jan Rusiecki (unanimous)
- Agreed to review by-laws at next meeting
- Decided all contacts to town department heads will be made by the Commissioner
- Commissioner to request new email ([email protected]) and phone number from Town Administrator
Planning Board
The Clinton Planning Board will hold site plan reviews and special permit hearings for multiple properties. Items include reviews for Isaac Low at 72 Prospect Street, Saurabh Patel at 271 High Street, Onyx Auto Group at 995 Main Street, and a continuation for Big Daddy Realty LLC at 23 Coyne Street. An informal update on Angel Regalado's site plan at 1099 Main Street is also scheduled. Old business includes approving prior minutes, invoices, and ongoing compliance issues.
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit - Isaac Low, 72 Prospect Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit - Saurabh Patel, 271 High Street
- Site Plan Review - Onyx Auto Group, 995 Main Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit (Continuation) - Big Daddy Realty LLC, 23 Coyne Street
- Informal update - Angel Regalado, 1099 Main Street (updated site plan review)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold site plan review and special permit hearings for five properties: 72 Prospect Street, 271 High Street, 995 Main Street, 23 Coyne Street, and 63 Union Street. They will also hear an informal update on 1099 Main Street and handle old business including approval of minutes and invoices. All items are discussions or hearings; no final decisions are indicated on this agenda.
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Isaac Low at 72 Prospect Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Saurabh Patel at 271 High Street
- Site Plan Review for Onyx Auto Group at 995 Main Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit (Continuation) for Big Daddy Realty LLC at 23 Coyne Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit (Continuation) for CIG James’ Corner LLC at 63 Union Street
The Clinton Planning Board approved site plan reviews for Isaac Low at 72 Prospect Street, Onyx Auto Group at 995 Main Street, and continued Saurabh Patel's application at 271 High Street to September 4, 2024. The board also continued CIG James' Corner LLC at 63 Union Street to September 4, 2024, and did not vote on Big Daddy Realty LLC's withdrawal at 23 Coyne Street. Prior minutes and invoices were approved.
- Approved Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Isaac Low at 72 Prospect Street (5-0)
- Approved Site Plan Review for Onyx Auto Group at 995 Main Street (5-0)
- Continued Saurabh Patel's application at 271 High Street to September 4, 2024 (5-0)
- Continued CIG James' Corner LLC at 63 Union Street to September 4, 2024 (5-0)
- Did not vote on Big Daddy Realty LLC's withdrawal at 23 Coyne Street
- Approved prior minutes for July 2, 2024
- Approved invoices for office supplies, Haley and Ward, Mead Talerman & Costa LLC, and escrow refund of $5,000 to Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects Inc.
Conservation Commission
The Clinton Conservation Commission will conduct a site visit at 180 Stone Street on August 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Site visit at 180 Stone Street on August 6, 2024
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is conducting a site visit to 180 Stone Street on August 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes no other items; the meeting is procedural and limited to this visit.
- Site visit at 180 Stone Street
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.
- MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report by Stanley Starr Jr.
- Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
- Review of meeting minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to hear an appeal from Sam Quick Stop regarding a tobacco violation. No other items are on the agenda.
- Appeal of a tobacco violation by Sam Quick Stop
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will review a Notice of Intent for 180 Stone Street and a Request for Determination of Applicability for accessibility improvements at the Washusett Dam Promenade. The body will also discuss the lack of FY 2025 funding for Rauscher Farm.
- Notice of Intent (NOI) for 180 Stone Street
- Request for Determination of Applicability (RDA) for Washusett Dam Promenade Accessibility Improvements at 130 Boylston Street
- Discussion on lack of FY 2025 funding for Rauscher Farm
- Notice of Intent (NOD) for 305 Berlin Street (pending additional info)
- Notice of Intent (NOD) for 42 Henry Street (pending additional info)
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will discuss updates on recruitment for the Treasurer-Collector, Human Resources Manager, and Assistant Town Administrator positions. They will also review the Personnel Bylaw and hear status on a time tracking software system and the transition of the Extended Day Program from the public schools to Parks and Recreation.
- Recruitment status for Treasurer-Collector
- Recruitment status for Human Resources Manager
- Recruitment status for Assistant Town Administrator
- Status of software system for time tracking
- Personnel Bylaw review
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will vote to elect a chair, vice chair, secretary, and treasurer. Members will also consider the creation of a donor fund and review reports on budget and facilities.
- Election of officers (Chair, vice chair, secretary, treasurer)
- Proposed creation of a donor fund
- Review of grant award status for AARP and ARSL
- Approval of May 29 minutes
Solid Waste Advisory Committee
The Solid Waste & Recycle Planning Subcommittee will hold a public meeting to review the operations of the town's recycling program. No specific proposals or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review of recycling program operations
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee of the Permanent Building Committee meets to address the Clinton Middle School project. Key actions include approval of two invoices totaling $312,500 for the project, an update on geothermal well testing, and a mechanical classroom comparison. The committee will also consider a $7,370 invoice for the COA Carriage House Project and approve minutes from the June 18 meeting.
- Approval of DWMP Invoice No. 021 for $40,000.00
- Approval of LPA|A Invoice No. 2220-2406 for $272,500.00
- Consideration of SSV Invoice for COA Carriage House Project for $7,370.00
- Update on Geothermal Well Test Well and Mechanical Classroom Comparison for CMS
- Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
School Committee
The Clinton School Committee will discuss the CMS Building Project Update, including test wells, and conduct the superintendent evaluation under old business. The meeting also includes approval of bills and minutes, public comment, subcommittee assignments, and a student activity funds account change.
- CMS Building Project Update with test wells (July 8)
- Superintendent Evaluation (Old Business)
- Student Activity Funds Account Change
- Subcommittee assignments for Advisory, Curriculum, Safety, Marketing, Policies, Facilities, Budget, and Negotiations committees
- Staffing Updates under Superintendent Report
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee will discuss writing to state officials regarding a library bond bill. The meeting also includes reviewing the advocacy plan for Trustees and discussing capital campaign outreach.
- Support for the state library bond bill
- Review of the advocacy plan for Trustees
- Capital Campaign donor and board member outreach
- Discussion regarding environmental justice and advocacy
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss the FY 25 budget and various land management topics. Updates include habitat reviews, invasive species control, and trail maintenance.
- FY 25 Budget Discussion
- Grassland Habitat review by Professor Marja Bakermans
- Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol update
- Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
- Scheduling Fall volunteer dates for 2024/25 programs
Parks & Recreation
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission will conduct nominations for Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes status updates on park signage, tree donations, and department facilities.
- Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair
- Parks/Fields Signage Update
- Tree Donations status update
- Facilities Report and updates
- Parks & Recreation Department updates
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission will review the June 12, 2024, meeting minutes and receive a facilities update. The commission will also discuss the 2025 scheduling plan for Fuller Field.
- 2025 Scheduling Plan for Fuller Field
- Review and acceptance of June 12, 2024, meeting minutes
- Facilities Update
Housing Authority
This meeting consists of routine administrative items. The authority will approve minutes from the June 11, 2024, meeting and authorize bill payments.
- Approval of June 11, 2024 minutes
- Authorization of bill payments
- Executive Director's Report
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several applications for special permits and variances. The meeting also includes an informal session regarding past variance clarifications.
- Special Permit: 25 Pine Street
- Special Permit: 1042 Main Street
- Variance: 236 Woodlawn Street
- Variance: 1042 Main Street
- Variance Continuation: 233 Woodlawn Street
Finance Committee
The Clinton Finance Committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and discuss FY24 year end transfers. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding reorganization.
- Review of minutes
- FY24 Year End Transfers
- Reorganization
Conservation Commission
The Clinton Conservation Commission has issued a public notice for a site visit. The visit is scheduled for August 6, 2024, at 5:00 P.M. at 180 Stone Street.
- Site visit at 180 Stone Street
Planning Board
The Planning Board will continue site plan reviews for properties at 23 Coyne Street and 63 Union Street. The meeting also includes informal discussions regarding several other local addresses and business entities. Additionally, the board will review prior minutes, correspondence, and invoices.
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit continuation: 23 Coyne Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit continuation: 63 Union Street
- Informal discussion: 995 Main Street
- Informal discussion: 119 Chestnut Street
- Informal discussion: 382 Water Street
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review Requests for Determination of Applicability for 264 Grove Street and 130 Boylston Street. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the lack of FY 2025 funding for Rauscher Farm. Additionally, the agenda covers bylaw updates and the FY 25 budget.
- RDA for 264 Grove Street
- RDA for Wachusett Dam Promenade Accessibility Improvements at 130 Boylston Street
- Continuation of Notice of Intent for 129 Clark Street Extension
- Discussion on lack of FY 2025 funding for Rauscher Farm
- Commission FY 25 Budget review
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review several property applications, including Requests for Determination of Applicability and Notices of Intent. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the lack of FY 2025 funding for Rauscher Farm. Members will also address bylaw updates and the Commission's FY 25 budget.
- Washusett Dam Promenade Accessibility Improvements at 130 Boylston Street
- Request for Determination of Applicability (RDA) at 264 Grove Street
- Notice of Intent (NOI) for 305 Berlin Street
- Discussion on lack of FY 2025 funding for Rauscher Farm
- Commission FY 25 Budget and bylaw update
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will hold a public hearing and regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes reviewing the monthly investment consultant report and accounting reconciliation.
- Monthly Investment Consultant Report from Stanley Starr Jr.
- Review of Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
- Review of monthly correspondence
Retirement Board
The board will meet to review the monthly investment consultant report and treasurer reconciliation. The agenda also includes a review of meeting minutes and monthly correspondence.
- Investment consultant report from Stanley Starr Jr.
- Monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation
- Review of meeting minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee will discuss writing to state officials to support a library bond bill. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the capital campaign and environmental justice advocacy.
- Support for state senator/representative bond bill for libraries
- Capital Campaign donor and board member outreach
- Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Fundraising roles and legal involvement
Cultural Council
The Clinton Cultural Council will meet to elect new Co-Chairs. The council will also review outstanding grants from the current cycle and discuss the upcoming grant cycle.
- Election of new Co-Chairs
- Review of outstanding grants and paperwork status
- Review of upcoming grant cycle
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will receive updates on recruitment for the Human Resources Manager and Treasurer-Collector positions. The meeting includes a discussion regarding moving the Extended Day Program from public schools to Parks and Recreation. The board will also review the status of acquiring new payroll and time tracking software.
- Recruitment status for Human Resources Manager
- Recruitment status for Treasurer-Collector
- Transition of Extended Day Program to Parks and Recreation
- Status of acquiring payroll and time tracking software
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee will review the Clinton Design Update for the COA Carriage House Project. The committee is also expected to vote on PBC invoices and specific project commitments, including a $1,370.00 budget revision request.
- Approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes
- Clinton Design Update COA Carriage House Project
- LPA Amendment No. 008 deduction of $3,630.00
- Budget Revision Request in the amount of $1,370.00
- Review of Designers Workplan and project timeline
Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee
The committee will review the Open Space and Recreation Plan prepared by BSC Group. Members will discuss the Seven-Year Action Plan, including timelines, responsible parties, and funding opportunities. The meeting also includes discussions on letters of support and ADA administrative requirements.
- Review of the Open Space and Recreation Plan by BSC Group
- Discussion of Chapter 9 - The Seven-Year Action Plan
- Discussion regarding letters of support
- Discussion of ADA administrative requirements
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee will discuss land maintenance, including mowing and trail repairs. The meeting includes updates on pollinator meadow planting and invasive species control. Members will also review FY 24 budget revisions and the FY 25 budget.
- FY 24 budget revisions and FY 25 budget discussion
- Land management updates including trail maintenance and mowing
- Pollinator Meadow plant pick-up on June 28 and Nursery Garden planting on June 29/30
- Purple Loosestrife biocontrol and invasive species control
- StoryWalk program running July through November 2024
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Clinton Select Board will discuss renewing funding for a downtown consultant and reviewing livery license renewals. The meeting also covers municipal aggregation contracts and a mutual aid agreement. An executive session is scheduled regarding Town Accountant contract negotiations.
- Renewal of funding for Downtown Consultant
- 2024 Livery License Renewals for Clinton Livery at 637 High Street
- Municipal Aggregation Consultant Contract
- Central Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council Mutual Aid Agreement
- Request for Proposals for Lease of Gymnasium Space
Council on Aging
The Council on Aging will discuss the Carriage House Project and a new boiler. The meeting also includes reviews of the approved budget and center use policies.
- Carriage House Project
- New Boiler
- Approved Budget
- Meal Site Manager form change
- Center Use Policy
Parks & Recreation
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss park maintenance and administrative updates. The agenda includes a decision regarding benches at Carlisle Park and reports on signage and tree donations.
- Decision on benches for Carlisle Park
- Update on parks/fields signage
- Discussion of tree donations
- Facilities and department updates
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission meets to review minutes from the May 8, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes a facilities update and discussion regarding the 2025 scheduling plan for Fuller Field.
- Review and acceptance of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes
- Facilities update
- 2025 scheduling plan for Fuller Field
School Committee
The Clinton School Committee will conduct reorganization and assign various sub-committees. The agenda also includes discussing superintendent evaluation, grant updates, and an unpaid bill from the previous fiscal year.
- Keystone Board Appointment
- Superintendent Evaluation and Goals
- Unpaid Bill from Previous Fiscal Year — Dee Bus
- Grant Updates (CALC and CFCE)
- Sub-Committee Assignments
Zoning Board
The Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals will review a variance application for 233 Woodlawn Street and an informal matter regarding 216 Stone Street. The board will also address old business, including minutes approval and preparing a decision form for Warren Bartlett.
- Variance request for 233 Woodlawn Street
- Informal matter regarding 216 Stone Street
- Approval of minutes and mail correspondence
- Preparation of decision form for Warren Bartlett
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve May 14, 2024 minutes and authorize bill payments. The agenda includes reviewing a payment application for an electrical upgrade at Clinton 200-1 and an extension of the Lancaster Housing Authority management agreement.
- Payment #7 application for Clinton 200-1 Complete Electrical Upgrade (FISH# 064114)
- Extension of Management Agreement with Lancaster Housing Authority
- Approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes
- Authorization of bill payments
Commission on Disability
The June 10, 2024, meeting agenda consists of procedural headings including old business, new business, and training. No specific topics or decisions are detailed in the document.
- No specific items or projects are listed.
Election Events
The Office of the Town Clerk will conduct the early withdrawal of absentee and early voting ballots. The process takes place at 1:00 PM in the Town Hall Auditorium.
- Early withdrawal of absentee and early voting ballots
Planning Board
The Clinton Planning Board will conduct site plan reviews and consider special permit applications. This includes a continuation for 521 Main Street and new reviews for 23 Coyne Street and 63 Union Street.
- Site Plan Review: De Novo Holdings, LLC (521 Main Street)
- Site Plan/Special Permit: Big Daddy Realty LLC (23 Coyne Street)
- Site Plan/Special Permit: CIG James’ Corner LLC (63 Union Street)
- Informal discussion regarding 830-894 Main Street
- Review of D’Coach Family Fitness at 75 Green Street
Planning Board
The Clinton Planning Board will conduct site plan reviews and special permit applications. The agenda also includes an informal discussion regarding 830-894 Main Street and a review of prior minutes and invoices.
- Site Plan Review (Continuation) for De Novo Holdings, LLC at 521 Main Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit for Big Daddy Realty LLC at 23 Coyne Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit for CIG James’ Corner LLC at 63 Union Street
- Informal discussion regarding 830-894 Main Street
- Review of prior minutes, correspondence, and invoices
Board of Health
The Clinton Board of Health will meet to discuss housing complaints and conduct a review of abandoned property. The agenda also includes old and new business.
- Housing complaints
- Abandoned property review
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to review the budget and Town Meeting Warrant for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes time for old business, new business, and public comment.
- FY25 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget review
Law Committee
The Law Committee will meet to discuss the status of pending litigation. The meeting is scheduled to take place in executive session.
- Discussion of pending litigation status
Law Committee
The Law Committee will meet in executive session to discuss the status of pending litigation. No other items are listed on the agenda.
- Executive session regarding status of pending litigation
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss reports and subcommittee updates. The board is tasked with taking action to approve the building program for the MPLCP.
- Approval of building program for MPLCP
- Approval of minutes from 4/24
- MPLCP Q&A Forum follow up
Town Clerk & Elections
The Town Clerk's office is conducting voting machine testing for the upcoming Town Election. The event will take place at 10:00 AM in the Town Hall Auditorium.
- Voting machine testing for Town Election
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review monthly accounting and investment consultant reports. The board will also discuss amending the CRB Travel Regulations.
- Investment Consultant Report from Stanley Starr Jr.
- Discussion of amending CRB Travel Regulations
- Review of monthly accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will meet to review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the release of overlay surplus for the FY25 budget. The meeting includes time for old business, new business, and public comment.
- Review and release of overlay surplus for FY25 Budget
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will hold a public hearing and a meeting to review the FY25 Budget. The body will also discuss the FY25 Town Meeting Warrant.
- Public hearing on FY25 Budget
- Review of FY25 Town Meeting Warrant and Budget
Traffic Committee
The Clinton Traffic Committee will meet via Microsoft Teams to discuss several agenda items. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a proposed development at 830-894 Main Street and speed from Boylston Street to Oak Street.
- Proposed Development at 830-894 Main Street
- Speed from Boylston Street to Oak Street
School Committee
The School Committee will meet to discuss the superintendent's report and vote on the FY25 Budget Version B. The meeting includes updates on end-of-year goals and state reporting. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.
- Vote to approve FY25 Budget Version B
- Review of FY23 ESSER Reporting
- Discussion of FY25 MA Senate Budget Cherry Sheet
- Superintendent evaluation
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to review the FY25 Budget and associated Warrant Articles. The session includes time for old business, new business, and public comment.
- Review of FY25 Budget and Warrant Articles
Library Board of Trustees Building Subcommitte
The Board of Library Trustees Building Subcommittee is meeting to review Q&A and discuss potential sites for a project. The body will also discuss strategies for raising awareness and keeping stakeholders informed.
- Discussion of potential sites
- Review of Public Forum Q&A
- Discussion of potential committee members
- Creation of building project-specific website
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss outreach and funding strategies. The group will consider advocacy opportunities and ways to support a state bond bill for libraries.
- Discussion of writing to state senators and representatives regarding a library bond bill
- Review of potential legal or active roles in fundraising
- Discussion of the Capital Campaign and outreach to donors and board members
- Continued discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Consideration of parade advocacy opportunities
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to review the FY25 Budget and associated Warrant Articles. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes.
- Review of FY25 Budget
- Review of Warrant Articles
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve HUD Fair Market Rent for FY 2024 and revised utility allowances effective July 1, 2024. The board will also consider payments for electrical upgrades, fire alarm systems, and stairway replacements.
- Approval of FY 2024 Fair Market Rent
- Approval of Revised Utility Allowance effective July 1, 2024
- Payment for Victoria 2 egress stairway replacement (Fish#: 064096)
- Payment for ARPA Target Award: Fire Alarm System (Fish#: 064116)
- Payment for Clinton 200-1 Complete Electrical Upgrade (Fish#: 064114)
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider a special permit and an informal request. The board will also address old business, including minutes and compliance issues.
- Special Permit request for Warren Bartlett at 55 Mount View Drive
- Informal request from Luis Gutierrez (New England Tree Masters) for a wood recycling yard at 686 High Street
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will provide an overview of the MA Public Libraries Construction Program. The meeting includes a question-and-answer session regarding a grant program that could provide millions of dollars to Clinton.
- Overview of the MA Public Libraries Construction Program
- Public Q&A session regarding grant funding
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The subcommittee is reviewing various land management tasks including spring preparation, trail maintenance, and invasive species control. Members are also receiving updates on the pollinator meadow, climate resiliency habitat reviews, and a universal access path to Clamshell Pond.
- Adaptive Land Management: spring preparation, mowing, and trail maintenance
- Land Management Climate Resiliency: habitat review program update
- Rauscher Farm Pollinator Meadow: planting update
- Invasive Species Control: Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol update
- Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond: update
Parks & Recreation
The commission will review the April 10, 2024, meeting minutes and receive an update from the Open Space Sub Committee. The agenda also includes updates regarding signage, tree donations, and facilities.
- Decision regarding benches at Carlisle Park
- Open Space Sub Committee update
- Parks and fields signage update
- Tree donations report
- Facilities and department updates
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board Budget Subcommittee are meeting to discuss the FY25 Budget. No other specific agenda items were listed.
- FY25 Budget
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission is meeting to review the 2025 scheduling plan for the field. The body will also discuss the status of the Fuller Field House and signage.
- 2025 Scheduling Plan for Fuller Field
- Fuller Field House status update
- Field signage
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to review the Clinton Middle School project. The agenda includes a vote on previous meeting minutes and several pending invoices.
- DWMP April Invoice for $6,600.00
- LPA April Invoice for $43,750.00
Planning Board
The Planning Board will meet to conduct site plan reviews, special permit hearings, and review ANR plans for several properties. The board will also receive an informal update regarding Jack's Mill.
- Site Plan Review for De Novo Holdings, LLC at 521 Main Street
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit for United Way of Tri-County at 224-230 High Street
- Special Permit for Greg Mellody at 7 Fairview Street
- ANR Plans for 7 & 11 Schobert Street, 155 Chace Street, and 105 Chace Street
- Informal update on Jack's Mill at 63 Union Street
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the FY25 Budget and associated Warrant Articles. No other specific agenda items were listed.
- FY25 Budget and Warrant Articles
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to discuss specific business reviews and property complaints. The agenda includes a tobacco fine and reviews of abandoned property.
- Next Door Market tobacco fine
- Chicken complaint at 8 Top St.
- New business review for Lauren Crossman
- Housing complaints
- Abandoned property review
Library Board of Trustees Building Subcommitte
The Board of Library Trustees Building Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential sites for a library project. The body will also discuss the process for the project and methods for raising awareness and stakeholder support.
- Discussion of potential sites
- Discussion of potential committee members
- Creation of a building project-specific website
Council on Aging
The Council will review the Carriage House project, center policy updates, and the Emergency Heating Assistance Fund. New business includes an Eagle Scout project update and a donation from the American Legion.
- Emergency Heating Assistance Fund discussion
- Carriage House Project facilities update
- Eagle Scout Project/Clinton Community Garden update
- Review of job descriptions and Meal Site Manager change form
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from the Director and subcommittees. The board is tasked with taking action on three specific policy updates regarding lost items, trustee ethics, and sustainability.
- Approval of 2/24 minutes
- Action on lost items policy
- Action on trustee ethics policy
- Action on sustainability policy
- MPLCP update
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report and monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation. The board will also review minutes and monthly correspondence.
- MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
- Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
- Review of minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
School Committee
The School Committee will discuss the FY25 Budget Version B following a Chapter 70 update. The meeting includes reports on the CMS Building Project and staffing updates.
- FY25 Budget Version B (Chapter 70 Update)
- CMS Building Project Update
- 2024-2025 Dee Bus Extension
- Search committees for Athletic Director and Special Ed Coordinator
- Warrant Article Endorsement
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board Budget Subcommittee are meeting to discuss the FY25 Budget. No other specific agenda items were listed.
- FY25 Budget
Commission on Disability
The Commission on Disability will meet to address old business, new business, and training. No specific agenda items or proposals were listed in the document.
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will consider a Notice of Intent for the CSXT Site I Rail Lowering Project. The body will also review extension requests for pond orders of conditions and site-specific notices of intent. Some items are continued pending additional information.
- Notice of Intent: CSXT Site I Rail Lowering Project (MP 9.19 to 9.85 at New Harbor Road)
- Order of Conditions Extension Request: Clamshell Pond and South Meadow Pond
- Notice of Intent: 129 Clark Street Extension (Val Souza)
- Notice of Intent: 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty, LLC)
- Notice of Intent: 42 Henry Street (George Baberkov)
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will discuss the job description for Deputy Treasurer Collector and a request from Parks & Recreation. The board will also receive updates on HR and Treasurer Collector vacancies.
- Job description for Deputy Treasurer Collector — John Kittredge
- Parks & Recreation request — Mackenzie Maloof
- Retirement of Kathleen Baird
- Notice of Change for COA Meal Site Manager — Deborah Goodsell
- Updates on HR and Treasurer Collector vacancies
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to review the FY25 Budget. The body will also consider a Reserve Fund Transfer request from the Select Board for a PFAS Environmental Consultant.
- FY25 Budget review
- Reserve Fund Transfer request for PFAS Environmental Consultant
Law Committee
The Law Committee is meeting to discuss the status of pending litigation. The meeting will be held in executive session.
- Discussion of pending litigation
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss two specific policy items. The meeting includes a period for public comment.
- Discussion of sustainability policy
- Discussion of recycling policy
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss outreach and advocacy. The body is preparing talking points for a May 17 feature on Chamber/TV.
- Preparation of 5-10 bullet points for May 17 Chamber/TV feature
- Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Capital Campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates on land maintenance, habitat resiliency, and budget revisions. The body will also review a drone request for research and educational purposes and coordinate upcoming public programs.
- FY 24 Budget Revisions
- Drone request for research and educational purposes
- Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
- Notification to Town regarding Rail Trail usage violations
- 2024 programs including Birds of Rauscher Farm and StoryWalk
Parks & Recreation
The commission will review the March 13, 2024, meeting minutes and receive an update from the Open Space Sub Committee. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Carlisle Park benches, signage updates, and tree donations.
- Carlisle Park benches
- Dog park discussion
- Parks/fields signage update
- Tree donations
- Facilities report
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board are holding a joint meeting to hear FY25 budget presentations. The session focuses on specific town departments.
- FY25 budget presentation for DPW
- FY25 budget presentation for Board of Health
- FY25 budget presentation for Conservation Commission
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission will meet to review previous minutes and receive an update on Nashoba Field usage. The body will also discuss the status of the Fuller Field House and field signage.
- Nashoba Field usage update
- Fuller Field House status
- Fuller Field signage
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and authorize the payment of bills.
- Approval of March 12, 2024 minutes
- Authorization of payment of bills
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider special permit requests for three different locations. The board will also hold an informal discussion regarding one property and review old business.
- Special Permit for Heritage Landscaping at 191 Stone Street
- Special Permit for The United Way of Tri-County at 224 — 230 High Street
- Special Permit for Emanuel and Nydia Molina at 305 Berlin Street
- Informal discussion regarding 55 Mount View Drive
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body will vote on the approval of meeting minutes and specific project invoices.
- Vote on LPA March Invoice No. 015 for $43,750.00
- Approval of March 12, 2024, meeting minutes
- MSBA update
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to discuss housing inspection reports and complaints. The board is also scheduled to review abandoned property and hold a budget discussion.
- Housing complaints
- New housing inspection reports
- Budget discussion
- Abandoned property review
School Committee
The School Committee will meet following a budget public hearing to receive reports from the Superintendent. Discussions include the FY25 budget, the CMS building project, and the 2024-25 school calendar.
- FY25 Budget updates
- CMS Building Project update
- 2024-25 School Choice vote
- Approval of bills
- Review of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board are holding a joint meeting to hear budget presentations for the 2025 fiscal year. The discussion will focus on the Parks & Recreation and School departments.
- FY25 Parks & Recreation budget presentation
- FY25 School budget presentation
Planning Board
The Planning Board will conduct a site plan review and evaluate subdivision plans. The meeting includes reviews for properties on Main Street, Chestnut Street, Prospect Street, and High Street.
- Site Plan Review: De Novo Holdings, LLC at 521 Main Street
- ANR Plan: Ovanny Beltre at 323 Chestnut Street
- Informal review: Isaac Low at 72 Prospect Street
- Informal review: Saurabh Patel at 271 High St.
Commission on Disability
The Commission on Disability will meet to address old business, new business, and training. The agenda contains only general procedural categories.
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority is holding a special meeting to meet with Representative Kilcoyne.
- Meeting with Representative Kilcoyne
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review investment reports and monthly accounting. The board is scheduled to discuss the FY 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).
- Investment Consultant Report from Stanley Starr Jr.
- FY 2025 Cola Discussion
Commission on Disability
The Commission on Disability will meet to address old business, new business, and training. The agenda does not list specific items for decision or discussion.
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will meet to discuss employee annual step increases and the status of job descriptions. The agenda includes a staffing update from the Human Resources Manager and a discussion with the Board of Health regarding job descriptions.
- Employee annual step increases
- Board of Health job descriptions discussion
- Human Resources staffing update
- Review of department heads' work schedules
- Review of existing town contracts
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several Notices of Intent for various properties. The body will also receive a report from the Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee.
- Notice of Intent for 250 Main Street (Chaves and Low Realty Company, LLC)
- Notice of Intent for 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty, LLC)
- Notice of Intent for Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane (Woodland View LLC)
- Notice of Intent for 42 Henry Street (George Baberkov)
- Informal discussion regarding 531 Main Street (Dean Chekmeyan)
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to receive reports from the Director and subcommittees. The agenda includes updates on the MPLCP and reports from the Building, Advocacy, and Policy subcommittees.
- MPLCP update
- Building subcommittee report
- Advocacy subcommittee report
- Policy subcommittee report
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board will hold a joint meeting to review the FY25 budget presentation for Fire and Ambulance. The meeting also includes a presentation by Matrix Consulting Group regarding an ALS study.
- FY25 Budget Presentation for Fire and Ambulance
- ALS Study Presentation by Matrix Consulting Group
School Committee
The School Committee will review the FY25 budget, including 'Budget Version B', and the SOA Plan. The meeting includes updates on the CMS building project and the CMS principal search.
- Vote on SOA Plan
- Review of FY25 Budget Version B
- CMS Building Project update
- CMS Principal Search update
- Executive Session regarding Non-Union Personnel strategy
Library Board of Trustees Building Subcommitte
The subcommittee is meeting to discuss the process for an upcoming building project. Members will discuss potential project sites, committee membership, and methods for informing stakeholders.
- Discussion of potential sites
- Discussion of potential committee members
- Creation of a building project-specific website
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss advocacy opportunities and a capital campaign. The group will also continue a discussion regarding environmental justice.
- Discussion of capital campaign and outreach to potential donors and board members
- Continued discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
Council on Aging
The Council on Aging will review the Director's report and financial status. The body is scheduled to discuss policy updates, warrant approval, and staff appointments.
- Emergency Heating Assistance Fund discussion
- Facilities update
- Policy updates
- Warrant approval
- Staff appointments
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review administrative guidelines. The group will discuss trustee job descriptions, ethics documentation, and policies regarding lost items.
- Trustee job description
- Trustee ethics document
- Lost items policy
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee and Select Board will hold a joint meeting to hear budget presentations for the 2025 fiscal year. The session will focus on specific town departments.
- FY25 budget presentation: Facilities
- FY25 budget presentation: Council on Aging
- FY25 budget presentation: Library
- FY25 budget presentation: Police
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss a project change for the South Meadow Pond Remediation Project. The body will also review several Notices of Intent for properties on Main Street, Coyne Street, Woodland Circle, and Glenwood Lane.
- Project Change: South Meadow Pond Remediation Project #135-0279 (Brown and Caldwell)
- Certificate of Compliance: 64 Plain Street
- Notice of Intent: 250 Main Street (Chaves and Low Realty Company, LLC)
- Notice of Intent: 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty, LLC)
- Notice of Intent: Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane (Woodland View LLC)
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The subcommittee is meeting to review land management updates, including invasive species control and the FY 24 budget. The body will also discuss upcoming 2024 public programs and volunteer opportunities.
- FY 24 Budget
- Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond update
- Rauscher Farm Pollinator Meadow planting selections
- Invasive Species Control: Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol update
- 2024 Programs: Birds of Rauscher Farm, Give Nature a Hand! volunteer day, and StoryWalk 2024
Parks & Recreation
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Commission will review February meeting minutes and receive updates from the Open Space Committee. The agenda also includes discussions regarding signage and facility reports.
- Requesting ARPA funds for Carlisle Park bench styles
- Open Space Committee update
- Parks/fields signage update
- Facilities report
Planning Board
The Planning Board is meeting to conduct site plan reviews and discuss property updates. The agenda includes a continuation of a review for 129 Allen Street and several informal requests for site changes and use changes.
- Site plan review continuation for Clinton Enterprise, LLC & James Tomolo Jr. at 129 Allen Street
- Update for James Cunningham at 474 — 500 Main Street
- Minor change request for Richard Roper at Woodlands off Berlin Street
- Change of use and site plan review for Angel Regalado at 1099 Main Street
- Reviews for Isaac Low at 72 Prospect Street and Jeff Gould at 96 Brook Street
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission will meet to review field usage updates and the status of the Fuller Field House. The body will also discuss signage and usage for the Trivium School in 2024.
- Nashoba Field usage update
- Trivium School Field usage 2024
- Fuller Field House status
- Fuller Field signage
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body is expected to vote on the approval of February meeting minutes and three specific project invoices.
- DWMP February Invoice No.019 for $25,000.00
- LPA|A February Invoice No. 014 for $44,088.00
- Fontaine Bros Invoice for $25,000.00
- MSBA Update
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss federal and state agency plans. The agenda includes public hearings regarding these plans and the approval of previous minutes.
- Public Hearing for the Federal Agency Plan
- Public Hearing for the State Agency Plan
- HUD Approval of Annual Plan for July 1, 2024
- HUD Approval of 5-Year Action Plan (2024-2028)
- DHCD Approval of Annual Plan for July 1, 2025
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider a variance request and an informal matter. The board will also address old business, including minutes and compliance issues.
- Variance request for The United Way of Tri-County at 224—230 High Street
- Informal matter regarding Emanuel and Nydia Molina at 309 Berlin Street
Traffic Committee
This document is a notice for a scheduled meeting of the Clinton Traffic Committee. No specific agenda items or topics for discussion are listed in this notice.
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to discuss the budget and review abandoned properties. The agenda also includes items regarding tobacco violations and housing complaints.
- Tobacco violations
- Budget discussion
- Abandoned property review
- Housing complaints
School Committee
The School Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2024 Student Opportunity Act Plan. The meeting includes reports on the FY25 budget, the CMS building project, and the CMS principal search. Members will also consider the second reading and adoption of several policies.
- Public Hearing: 2024 Student Opportunity Act Plan
- FY25 Budget updates
- CMS Building Project update
- CMS Principal Search update
- Second reading and adoption of policies: BHE, EHAA, EHB, GBEE, IJND, IJNDB, IJNDC, JICJ, KDC, KDCB
Library Board of Trustees
The Board will review the Director's report and an update on the MPLCP. The meeting includes reports from the Building, Advocacy, and Policy subcommittees.
- Director's report
- MPLCP update
- Building subcommittee report
- Advocacy subcommittee report
- Policy subcommittee report
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review investment reports and monthly accounting. The board is scheduled to discuss the FY 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).
- FY 2025 Cola Discussion
- MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
- Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to review meeting minutes and discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The agenda also includes old business, new business, and public comment.
- FY25 Budget review
Cable Television Committee
The Cable Television Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss school and municipal issues. The agenda also includes a studio update and old and new business.
- Discussion of school issues
- Discussion of municipal issues
- Studio update
Town Clerk & Elections
The Town Clerk's office is conducting testing of voting machines. The process will take place in the Town Hall Auditorium starting at 9:00 AM.
- Testing of voting machines on February 22, 2024
Council on Aging
The Council on Aging will review the Director's report and financial updates. The body is scheduled to discuss new business including third floor renovations, the Carriage House, and a COA vehicle.
- Third floor renovations
- Carriage House update
- COA Vehicle
- Emergency Heating Assistance Fund
- Warrant approval
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several property-specific notices of intent and project updates. The body will review a project change for the South Meadow Pond Remediation Project and a certificate of compliance for 64 Plain Street.
- Project Change: South Meadow Pond Remediation Project #135-0279
- Certificate of Compliance: 64 Plain Street #135-0286
- Notice of Intent: 250 Main Street #135-0300
- Notice of Intent: 23 Coyne Street #135-0292
- Notice of Intent: Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane #135-0305
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to approve various project documents and payments. Items include completion certificates and change orders for storm door replacements and kitchen lighting upgrades.
- Change Order 1 for Fish#: 064105 Storm Door Replacement 667-1
- Certificate of Substantial Completion for Fish#: 064105 Storm Door Replacement 667-1
- Certificate of Final Completion for Fish#: 064105 Storm Door Replacement 667-1
- Change Order 7 for Fish#: 064114 Kitchen Lighting Fixtures revisions (ARPA Targeted Award)
- Application for Payment #5 for Fish#: 064114 ARPA Targeted Award: Electrical upgrades
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project. The body will consider voting on landscaping value engineering and the submission of the schematic design package to the MSBA.
- COA Carriage House Design Contract
- Vote to accept Landscaping Value Engineering (VE) items
- Vote to approve DWMP & LPA|A submission of Schematic Design (SD) Package to the MSBA
- Project Budget Update
- Discussion on Public Outreach next steps
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The subcommittee will continue discussions regarding environmental justice and advocacy. Members will also address the Capital Campaign, specifically focusing on outreach to potential donors and board members.
- Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Capital Campaign donor and board member outreach
Commission on Disability
The Commission on Disability will meet to address old business, new business, and training. The agenda contains no specific action items or proposals.
School Committee
The School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Finance Committee and the Permanent/School Building Committee. The session focuses on a project update for the Clinton Middle School MSBA project.
- Presentation by Dore + Whittier, Lamoureux Pagano Architects, and Fontaine Brothers, Inc. regarding the Clinton Middle School MSBA Project
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee, Select Board, School Committee, and Permanent Building Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will receive an update regarding the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study.
- Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study Update
Finance Committee
The Permanent Building Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board, School Committee, and Finance Committee. The body will receive an update on the Clinton Middle School MSBA Building Project and discuss a contract award for Council on Aging Carriage House design services.
- Update on the Clinton Middle School MSBA Building Project from Dore+Whittier, Lamoureux Pagano Architects, and Fontaine Brothers, Inc.
- Council on Aging Carriage House Design Services Contract Award
Permanent Building Committee
The committee is holding a community and all boards meeting to review the Clinton Middle School project. Discussions will cover existing conditions, repair costs, and new building design. The meeting will also address the project timeline, estimated costs, and local funding impact.
- Base repair cost evaluation
- New building design review
- Estimated construction and total project cost review
- Local funding impact discussion
Parks & Recreation
The commission will review the January 10, 2024, minutes and receive updates on open space and Carlisle Park. The agenda also includes discussions regarding parks/fields signage, facilities, and department updates.
- Review and Acceptance of January 10, 2024, Minutes
- Open Space Committee Update
- Carlisle Park Update
- Parks/Fields Signage
- Facilities Report
Board of Registrars
The Board of Registrars will meet to determine a date for testing voting machines. The body will also discuss the election schedule and the early deposit of ballots.
- Voting machine testing date
- Election schedule
- Early deposit of ballots
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission will meet to review the Fuller Field House Study. The commission will also discuss signage and review the meeting minutes from January 10, 2024.
- Fuller Field House Study review
- Discussion of signage
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to review land maintenance, budget, and conservation updates. The body will discuss the feasibility of 'Tiny Forests' and provide updates on the Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond.
- Discussion on 'Tiny Forests' concept and feasibility
- Update on Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond
- Review of FY 24 Budget
- Planned initial planting for Rauscher Farm Pollinator Meadow
- Update on Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol for invasive species control
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to authorize bill payments and approve project documentation. The meeting includes reviews of storm door replacements and electrical upgrades funded by an ARPA Targeted Award.
- Change Order 1, Certificate of Substantial Completion, and Certificate of Final Completion for Storm Door Replacement (Fish#: 064105)
- Change Order 7 for Kitchen Lighting Fixtures revisions (Fish#: 064114)
- Application for Payment #5 for ARPA Targeted Award: Electrical upgrades (Fish#: 064114)
School Committee
The School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Finance Committee and the Permanent/School Building Committee. The session focuses on a project update for the Clinton Middle School MSBA project.
- Presentation by Dore + Whittier, Lamoureux Pagano Architects, and Fontaine Brothers, Inc. regarding the Clinton Middle School MSBA Project
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider a special permit request and hold an informal discussion. The board will also address old business, including minutes and compliance issues.
- Special Permit request for Steven and Ann Plaza at 9 West Ledge Road
- Informal discussion regarding Peter Wong at 156 Main Street
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee, Select Board, School Committee, and Permanent Building Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will receive an update regarding the Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study.
- Clinton Middle School Feasibility Study Update
Permanent Building Committee
The Permanent Building Committee is meeting jointly with the Select Board, School Committee, and Finance Committee. The body will receive an update on the Clinton Middle School MSBA Building Project and discuss a contract award for Council on Aging Carriage House design services.
- Update on Clinton Middle School MSBA Building Project by Doret+ Whittier, Lamoureux Pagano Architects, and Fontaine Brothers, Inc.
- Council on Aging Carriage House Design Services Contract Award
School Committee
The School Committee will discuss the preliminary FY25 Cherry Sheet and Budget Version A. The meeting includes reports on the CMS building project and updates from various advisory committees.
- Review of FY25 Budget Version A and preliminary Cherry Sheet
- CMS Building Project updates
- Proposed new policies: BHE, EHAA, EHB, GBEE, IJND, IINDB, IJNDC, JICJ, KDC, KDCB
- Proposed policy revisions: EFC, EFD
- Proposed removal of policy JICB
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will meet to review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the process for FY2024 abatement applications.
- Review of FY2024 abatement applications and process
Permanent Building Committee
The Permanent Building Committee and School Building Sub-Committee are meeting to discuss the Clinton Middle School project and the Senior Center Carriage House. The body will review the total project budget and construction cost reconciliations.
- Approval of Designer Services for Senior Center Carriage House Project
- Payment of DWMP January Invoice No.0718 for $25,000.00
- Payment of LPA|A January Invoice No. 013 for $44,859.00
- Review of Total Project Budget (MSBA Form 3011)
- Update on property DEED and registry filing
Planning Board
The Planning Board is meeting to continue a site plan review and provide updates on specific properties. The board will also review minutes, correspondence, and ongoing compliance issues.
- Site plan review continuation for Clinton Enterprise, LLC & James Tomolo Jr. at 129 Allen Street
- Update regarding 474 — 500 Main Street (James Cunningham)
- Informal item for Jeff Gould at 96 Brook Street
- Informal item for Dean Chekmeyan at 521 Main Street
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss tobacco licensing information for Wachusett Liquors and Sam’s Quick Stop. The meeting includes a budget discussion and a review of abandoned property and housing complaints.
- Tobacco licensing info for Wachusett Liquors (Chirag Patel)
- Tobacco licensing info for Sam’s Quick Stop
- Budget discussion
- Abandoned property review
- Housing complaints
Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee
The Open Space and Recreation Plan Update Committee is holding a public forum to gather resident input. The meeting includes a presentation of previous forum results and small group discussions to review proposed goals and objectives.
- Presentation of Community Meeting Results from Public Forum #1
- Review of prior plan goals and new additions
- Small group discussions on OSRP proposed goals and action items
Permanent Building Committee
The Permanent Building Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on geothermal and PV systems for the Clinton Middle School project. The committee will also address the designer services award for the COA Carriage House.
- Vote on Geothermal & PV Systems
- COA Carriage House Designer Services Award
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 from Stanley Starr Jr.
- Stanley Starr Jr. MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
- Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
- Review of minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
Retirement Board
The Clinton Retirement Board will meet to review the MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report and monthly accounting and treasurer reconciliation. The board will also review previous minutes and monthly correspondence.
- MTD/YTD Investment Consultant Report
- Monthly Accounting and Treasurer Reconciliation
- Review of minutes
- Review of monthly correspondence
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will meet to review job description and classification requests for the Library and Treasurer Collector roles. The board will also conduct employment negotiations for the Superintendent of Public Works.
- Employment negotiation for Superintendent of Public Works
- Job description approval request for Treasurer Collector
- Continued discussion on Library Assistant Director/Adult Services classification
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to review the FY24 budget and discuss the timeline for the FY25 budget. The meeting also includes time for old business, new business, and public comment.
- Review of FY24 Budget
- Discussion of FY25 Budget Timeline
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda includes an update on a grant application and personnel matters.
- MPLCP Grant Application update
- Personnel update
- Monthly statistics report
School Committee
The School Committee will discuss the preliminary FY25 budget and associated staffing changes. The meeting includes updates on the CMS Building Project and a report from the Superintendent on staffing and mid-year goals.
- Preliminary FY25 Budget
- Preliminary FY25 Budget Staffing Changes
- CMS Building Project Updates
- Student Opportunity Act public hearing notice for March 4, 2025
Tri-Council Clinton Public Schools
The Tri-Council meeting will cover the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025. Members will also review mid-year goals, the SOA plan, and a draft of the revised strategic plan and mission vision.
- Preliminary FY25 Budget
- Draft of Revised Strategic Plan/Mission Vision
- Mid-Year Goals Update
- SOA Plan Update
Council on Aging
The Council on Aging will meet to review the Director's report and financial statements. The body will discuss third floor renovations, the Carriage House, and the COA vehicle.
- Warrant approval
- Emergency Heating Assistance Fund
- COA Vehicle
- Third floor renovations
- Carriage House update
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several land-use projects and notices of intent. The body will review compliance and pending reports for various properties in Clinton.
- Certificate of Compliance for 64 Plain Street
- Notice of Intent for 250 Coachlace Pond (Chaves and Low Realty Company, LLC)
- Notice of Intent for 474 Main Street (CIG 218 Shrewsbury, LLC/ Jack’s Mill)
- Notice of Intent for 23 Coyne Street (Big Daddy Realty, LLC)
- Notice of Intent for Woodland Circle and Glenwood Lane (Woodland View LLC)
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board will review job description requests for the Treasurer Collector and the Library Assistant Director/Adult Services roles. The board will also conduct employment negotiations for the Superintendent of Public Works.
- Employment negotiation for Superintendent of Public Works
- Job description approval request for Treasurer Collector
- Continued discussion on Library Assistant Director/Adult Services job description/classification
- Human Resources Manager update including Personnel Action Form and Jan 10 staffing update
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to continue a variance request for Bailey S & L, LLC. The board will also address old business, including minutes and invoices.
- Variance request for Bailey S & L, LLC at 454 Wilson Street
Library Advocacy & Outreach Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss new advocacy opportunities. The group will also review environmental justice and outreach to potential donors and board members for a capital campaign.
- Discussion of environmental justice and advocacy
- Capital Campaign outreach to potential donors and board members
- Review of advocacy opportunities
Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee
The Board of Library Trustees 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
- Review of Internet Use Policy
Library Board of Trustees Building Subcommitte
The Board of Library Trustees Building Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential sites for a library project. The body will also discuss the process for the project and strategies for raising awareness and stakeholder support.
- Discussion of potential sites
- Discussion of potential committee members
- Development of a stakeholder communication approach
- Creation of a building project-specific website
Fuller Field Commission
The Fuller Field Commission will meet to review the Fuller Field House Study and discuss updating signage. The commission will also review and accept the minutes from the December 13, 2023, meeting.
- Fuller Field House Study review
- Signage updating
Parks & Recreation
The commission will review the December 13, 2023, minutes and receive updates regarding the Open Space Committee and Carlisle Park. The agenda also includes discussions on parks/fields signage and various facility and department updates.
- Review and acceptance of December 13, 2023, minutes
- Open Space Committee update
- Carlisle Park update
- Parks/Fields signage discussion
- Facilities and Department updates
Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee
The Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee is meeting to review land maintenance, budget, and conservation updates. The body will discuss the concept and feasibility of creating tiny forests.
- Discussion on tiny forests concept and feasibility
- FY 24 Budget review
- Update on Universal Access Path to Clamshell Pond
- Update on Invasive Species Control regarding Purple Loosestrife Biocontrol
- Review of adaptive land management including mowing, trails, and tree trimming
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to review updates on the Clinton Middle School project. The body will discuss project funding, property deeds, and classroom designs.
- Vote on DWMP December Invoice No.017 for $25,000.00
- Vote on LPA|A December Invoice No. 012 for $53,323.00
- LPA|A update on typical classrooms and updated SD
- Discussion on TEDI vs. PHIUS
- Property DEED and registry filing update
Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority will meet to authorize bill payments and review the Executive Director's report. The board will consider three change orders related to a complete electrical upgrade project.
- Change Order 3 for Fish #: 064114 Clinton Complete electrical Upgrade
- Change Order 4 for Fish #: 064114 Clinton Complete electrical Upgrade
- Change Order 5 for Fish #: 064114 Clinton Complete electrical Upgrade
- Approval of write-off for the period ending December 2023
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to continue a variance request for Bailey S & L, LLC. The board will also review old business, including minutes, invoices, and compliance issues.
- Variance request for Bailey S & L, LLC at 454 Wilson Street
Permanent Building Committee
The School Building Sub-Committee is meeting to review updates on typical classrooms and project funding for the Clinton Middle School. The committee will also vote on approving specific project invoices.
- Vote on DWMP December Invoice No.017 for $25,000.00
- Vote on LPA|A December Invoice No. 012 for $53,323.00
- Update on typical classrooms and updated SD
- Update on property DEED and registry filing
- Discussion regarding project funding
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to review housing complaints and abandoned property. The board is also scheduled to discuss the budget and provide an update on Fairview St.
- Update on Fairview St.
- Budget discussion
- Abandoned property review
- Housing complaints
School Committee
The School Committee will meet to discuss the preliminary FY25 budget and a draft of the revised strategic plan. The Superintendent will provide updates on staffing, the FY25 draft calendar, and the CMS/MSBA. The meeting includes an executive session regarding non-union personnel strategy.
- Preliminary FY25 Budget
- Draft of Revised Strategic Plan/Mission Vision
- Financial Education Innovation Fund Grant
- CMS/MSBA Update
- Executive Session on Non-Union Personnel
Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee
The committee is meeting to review revised goals and actions for the Open Space and Recreation Plan. Members will discuss the timeline for crowdsource mapping comments and organize the second public forum.
- Review of Revised OSRP Goals & Actions
- Crowdsource Mapping update and comment timeline
- Planning for Public Forum #2, including logistics and outreach
School Committee
The School Committee is holding a joint meeting with Selectmen. The primary purpose of the meeting is to fill a vacancy on the School Committee.
- Appointment of a candidate to the vacant School Committee seat
Planning Board
The Planning Board will conduct site plan reviews and consider special permits for various commercial and residential projects. The board will also review minutes and ongoing compliance issues.
- Site Plan Review: 129 Allen Street (Clinton Enterprise, LLC & James Tomolo Jr.)
- Site Plan Review/Special Permit: 115-117 Mechanic Street
- Special Permit: 1177 Main Street (Papa Auto LLC, & Auto Service)
- Special Permit & Definitive Subdivision: 129 Clark Street (Unified Real Estate, LLC)