Dighton public meetings in 2024

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a special meeting to review and discuss a special request from Proline Engineering.

• Review and discussion of Proline Engineering Special Request

The Dighton Board of Health unanimously approved a waiver requested by Robert Berube of Pro-Line Engineering, allowing the use of ten percolation tests from 2005 for a single-family home at 0 Williams Street (Map 21, Lot 32-01). The waiver exempts the property from the current requirement of four test pits per lot, as the original tests were conducted for a five-lot subdivision. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Granted perc test waiver for 0 Williams St (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss personnel changes. The board will review a resignation and the subsequent job posting for a Library Page.

• Resignation of Library Page Christine (Fuchsia) Haskell
• Approval of Library Page job posting

The Dighton Library Board of Trustees held a special meeting and voted to accept the resignation of Library Page Christine (Fuchsia) Haskell, effective January 4, 2025. They also approved a Library Page job posting. An acknowledgement of Representative Patricia Haddad and Senator Marc Pacheco was tabled until the January 2025 regular meeting.

• Accepted resignation of Library Page Christine (Fuchsia) Haskell effective January 4, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved Library Page job posting (2-0)
• Tabled acknowledgement of Representative Haddad and Senator Pacheco until January 2025

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will hold a special meeting primarily to sign warrants and commitments for FY2025 real estate and personal property taxes, covering the general town, electric, water, fire districts, and CPA. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and public input, but no discussion or deliberation on policy matters is listed.

• Sign warrant/commitment for FY2025 Real Estate
• Sign warrant/commitment for FY2025 Real Estate-Electric District
• Sign warrant/commitment for FY2025 Real Estate-Water District
• Sign warrant/commitment for FY2025 Personal Property
• Sign warrant/commitment for FY2025 Personal Property-Fire District

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved and signed all FY2025 tax warrants and commitments, including real estate, personal property, and sewer billings, totaling approximately $12.9 million. The board also approved a CPA exemption abatement of $833.31. All actions were taken unanimously by the two members present.

• Signed FY2025 Real Estate warrant for $10,255,201.31 (unanimous)
• Signed FY2025 Real Estate-Electric District warrant for $41,041.25 (unanimous)
• Signed FY2025 Real Estate-Water District warrant for $665,297.31 (unanimous)
• Signed FY2025 Real Estate-Fire District warrant for $23,055.09 (unanimous)
• Signed FY2025 Real Estate-CPA warrant for $85,067.46 (unanimous)
• Signed FY2025 Personal Property warrant for $1,705,638.05 (unanimous)
• Signed FY2025 Sewer billing warrant for $26,671.04 (unanimous)
• Approved CPA exemption abatement of $833.31 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Dighton Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland-related applications, including a continued ANRAD at 833 Williams Street, a continued Request for Determination of Applicability (RDA) for a home at 0 Boxwood Lane, and new RDAs for a utility pole replacement at 0 Data Vault Drive, a septic upgrade at 209 Beach Street, and a home at 0 Clubhouse Drive. They will also review enforcement actions for multiple properties, with the most detailed being ongoing violations at 880 Hart Street involving cattle and structures in wetlands, for which a revised restoration plan is requested. Other business includes approval of meeting minutes and bills payable.

• Continued hearing for David Butler ANRAD at 833 Williams Street (Map 8, Lot 20)
• New hearing for Massachusetts Electric utility pole replacement at 0 Data Vault Drive (Map 22, Lot 24)
• New hearing for septic upgrade at 209 Beach Street (Map 25, Lot 102) within flood zone AE-15
• Enforcement action for 880 Hart Street (Map 19, Lot 2) with multiple violations and a requested restoration plan
• Proposed Mitigation Plan for 2371 County Street (Map 20, Lot 65) with unresponsive consultant

The Dighton Conservation Commission voted unanimously to continue one hearing and issued negative determinations of applicability for four projects, meaning they do not require further review under the Wetlands Protection Act. The commission also discussed enforcement actions on several properties and authorized hiring a minute taker.

• Continued ANRAD hearing for 833 Williams Street to 1/16/2025 (unanimous)
• Issued negative determination for 0 Boxwood Lane single-family home (unanimous)
• Issued negative determination for utility pole replacement at 0 Data Vault Drive (unanimous)
• Issued negative determination after the fact for septic repair at 209 Beach Street (unanimous)
• Issued negative determination for single-family home at 0 Clubhouse Drive (unanimous)
• Authorized agent to hire a minute taker (unanimous)

Cable Television Committee

The Dighton Cable Television Committee will hold a regular meeting on December 18, 2024. The most consequential item is a vote on a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen to terminate committee member John Meagher. The committee will also discuss future ventures, act on continuing prior encumbrances for cable mini splits and tech studio upgrades, and review correspondence and minutes from October.

• Recommendation to Board of Selectmen to terminate John Meagher as Cable Committee member
• Review/discuss filming of the Special Town Meeting (old business)
• Action on continuing prior encumbrances: account 010-2-698-0000-22-5850 for cable mini splits and 010-2-698-0000-24-5850 for tech studio upgrades
• Correspondence includes items from Head of I.T., Ockers Technologies, community outreach, and a public records request
• Future ventures discussion: studio shoots, further procurement, and other projects

The Dighton Cable Television Committee voted unanimously to end a prior encumbrance for cable mini splits and return remaining funds to the PEG Access Fund, and to continue an encumbrance for tech studio upgrades. No action was taken on a member's resignation, and other items were discussions only.

• Ended encumbrance 010-2-698-0000-22-5850 (Cable Mini Splits), returning funds to PEG Access Fund (unanimous)
• Continued encumbrance 010-2-698-0000-24-5850 (Tech Studio Upgrades) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Took no action on John Meagher's resignation as committee member

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will meet to sign multiple warrants and commitments, including motor vehicle abatements for FY2022 and FY2024, FY2025 real estate and personal property tax warrants for various districts, and a PILOT bill from the Town of Somerset. The board will also discuss its meeting schedule for the remainder of FY2025.

• Sign motor vehicle abatements for FY2022 and FY2024
• Sign FY2025 real estate warrants for Electric, Water, Fire, and CPA districts
• Sign FY2025 personal property warrants for Electric, Water, and Fire districts
• Sign Town of Somerset FY2025 PILOT bill
• Discuss meeting schedule for remaining FY2025

The Dighton Board of Assessors held a regular meeting on December 18, 2024, and signed several warrants and commitments for motor vehicle abatements, real estate, personal property, and a PILOT bill. The board also discussed the meeting schedule for the remainder of FY2025 and approved minutes from September 18 and October 9, 2024. No substantive decisions beyond these routine administrative actions were recorded.

• Signed Motor Vehicle Abatements FY2022
• Signed Motor Vehicle Abatements FY2024
• Signed Warrant/Commitment for Motor Vehicle Re-Commitment 2024-01-B
• Signed Warrant/Commitment for Title Vs to be added to tax bills
• Signed Warrant/Commitment for FY2025 Real Estate (including Electric, Water, Fire Districts, and CPA)
• Signed Warrant/Commitment for FY2025 Personal Property (including Electric, Water, Fire Districts)
• Signed Town of Somerset FY2025 PILOT bill
• Approved minutes of 9/18/24 and 10/9/24

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a definitive subdivision application from Frank Luongo for a 2-lot subdivision at 0 Horton Street (Map 10, Lot 29). The board will also review and discuss a proposal from Robert Perry to develop a town bylaw addressing impact fees on developers. Procedural items include approval of minutes from November 6, 2024.

• Public hearing for Frank Luongo's 2-lot definitive subdivision at 0 Horton Street with 16 requested waivers, including frontage reductions to 85.39 ft and 83.60 ft (250 ft required)
• Review and discussion of Robert Perry's proposal to create a town bylaw for development impact fees to cover first costs of town services from new housing
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 6, 2024

The Dighton Planning Board approved a definitive subdivision application for 0 Horton Street, creating two parcels for a family compound, with requested waivers. The vote was 3-1, with Robert Woods voting no due to his general opposition to waivers. The board also discussed a volunteer proposal for a development impact fee and voted to have Thomas Ferry and Building Commissioner James Aguiar attend the next meeting to discuss it.

• Approved definitive subdivision application for 0 Horton Street with requested waivers (3-1)
• Voted to have Thomas Ferry and James Aguiar attend next meeting to discuss impact fee proposal (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of November 6, 2024 (4-0)
• Adjourned at 7:51 PM (4-0)

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to discuss several items, including a review of town trash bag prices, the status of the Health Agent and Public Health Nurse, and the Bay State Public Health Training Hub. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and review only. The board will also approve minutes from three prior meetings.

• Review/discuss town trash bag prices
• Review/discuss Health Agent status
• Review/discuss Public Health Nurse status
• Review/discuss Bay State Public Health Training Hub
• Approve minutes from Nov 19, Nov 27, and Dec 4, 2024 meetings

SRPEDD

The Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss federal certification and transportation resilience projects. The body will consider a vote to release a resilience project list for public comment and a resolution regarding meeting notices.

• New Bedford-Blue Lane Connector (RAISE) project funding of $2,186,700
• Evacuation Route Study Phase 1 presentation
• Mansfield Transit Oriented Development Parkway Connector Collector Classification adoption
• Discussion on the Massachusetts Statewide Resilience Improvement Plan (RIP) and PROTECT Grant
• Resolution to adopt website as an alternate method of meeting notice

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on December 17, 2024, to review and possibly act on complaints and feedback for Barn & Stable Permits and a sales request from Johnny's Market for town trash bags. New business includes discussing town trash bag prices, the status of the Health Agent and Public Health Nurse, and the Bay State Public Health Training Hub. The board will also take public input and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Review/Discuss/Act: Complaints/Feedback for Barn & Stable Permits
• Review/Discuss/Act: Johnny's Market Town Trash Bag Sales Request
• Review/Discuss: Town Trash Bag Prices
• Review/Discuss: Health Agent Status
• Review/Discuss: Public Health Nurse Status

The Dighton Board of Health voted to table the barn and stable permit discussion to research other towns' regulations. They also reinstated trash bag sales at Johnnies Market, approved sending a notice about the trash bag price increase, and voted to send letters to the Selectmen requesting higher pay rates for the health agent and public health nurse candidates. Tammy Mello was nominated to the Agricultural Commission.

• Tabled barn and stable permit discussion for research (unanimous)
• Reinstated trash bag sales at Johnnies Market (unanimous)
• Approved sending notice of trash bag price increase to residents
• Voted to send letter to Selectmen requesting $50/hour for health agent (unanimous)
• Voted to send letter to Selectmen for nurse's requested pay (unanimous)
• Nominated Tammy Mello to Agricultural Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Nov 19, Nov 27, and Dec 4 meetings (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Dighton Board of Sewer Commissioners is meeting for regular business. They will review and potentially act on a drain layer license for Charles F. Fisher & Sons, Inc., and a request for an extension on a connection permit from James Logan at 823 Prospect Street. They will also review an emergency generator quote for 2025 and discuss the Superintendent's future.

• Drain Layer License for Charles F. Fisher & Sons, Inc.
• Request from James Logan, 823 Prospect Street, for extension on connection permit
• Power Products emergency generator quote for 2025
• Review correspondence re: Dianne Curtis' change in hours on April 3, 2023
• Discuss Superintendent Gracia's future with the department

The Dighton Board of Sewer Commissioners approved a $2,180 generator service contract with Power Products for 2025, accepted a drain layer license application from Charles F. Fisher & Sons, Inc., and tabled a request from James Logan to extend his connection permit. The board also reviewed correspondence and discussed the FY 2026 budget, with further discussion planned for the next meeting.

• Approved $2,180 generator service contract with Power Products for 2025 (all in favor)
• Accepted drain layer license application from Charles F. Fisher & Sons, Inc. (all in favor)
• Tabled James Logan's request to extend his connection permit
• Accepted October 7, 2024 regular minutes (all in favor)

Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee will meet to discuss and act on the criteria and applications for assistance. The body will also review previous meeting minutes.

• Review, discussion, and action on application and criteria for assistance
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Library Board of Trustees will discuss the FY26 budget, review several library policies (building use, disaster plan, emergency closing, social media, volunteer), and receive updates on the 207 Main Street project including a 2025 grand opening. They will also consider a timesheet for the ADA coordinator related to an Accessibility Grant and the FY25 Meg/Lig award.

• FY26 Budget update
• Discussion of library policies: Building Use, Disaster Plan, Emergency Closing, Social Media, Volunteer
• 207 Main Street 2025 grand opening updates
• ADA Coordinator timesheet for Accessibility Grant work
• FY25 Meg/Lig award

The Dighton Library Board of Trustees voted to allocate up to $3,000 from Meg/Lig funds for shelving in the Reading Room at 207 Main Street. They also approved paying the ADA coordinator $656.25 from the ADA Access grant for work on the exterior accessibility ramps. The board reviewed draft policies and agreed to provide feedback for the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Allocated up to $3,000 from Meg/Lig funds for Reading Room shelving (3-0)
• Approved $656.25 payment to ADA coordinator from ADA Access grant (3-0)
• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 meeting (3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee will hold a joint meeting to receive updates on the library building project, including infrastructure, budget, grants, and fundraising. They will also approve minutes from the prior meeting. The agenda is procedural with no action items or financial figures specified.

• Updates on building infrastructure
• Budget review for the library project
• Grants and fundraising status
• Community updates and information

The joint meeting of the Library Building Committee and Library Board of Trustees was largely procedural, with updates on the 207 Main Street renovation project. The committee approved the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes and scheduled the first fundraising subcommittee meeting for January 9 at 4:00 PM. No major decisions were made; the project remains on track per the Building Commissioner.

• Approved November 7, 2024 Building Committee minutes (6-0-1, P. Gailes abstained)
• Approved November 7, 2024 Library Trustees minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled first Fundraising Sub-Committee meeting for January 9 at 4:00 PM

Council on Aging

The Dighton Council on Aging will review, discuss, and act on two new business items: the purchase of an additional swipe station and the acceptance of a Youth Volunteer Waiver Form. The meeting also includes reports from Bristol Elder Services and the Director, as well as old business and public input.

• Review, discuss, and act to purchase addition swipe station
• Review, discuss, and act to accept Youth Volunteer Waiver Form
• Bristol Elder Services Report
• Directors Report
• Public input

The Dighton Council on Aging voted unanimously to table a proposal to purchase an additional swipe station for Lincoln Village, which would have cost $3,500 against an appropriated $1,500. The board also unanimously accepted a Youth Volunteer Waiver Form. The minutes include a director's report on program updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled purchase of additional swipe station for Lincoln Village (unanimous)
• Accepted Youth Volunteer Waiver Form (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

Electric Light District

The agenda for the December 11, 2024 meeting includes a cancellation notice, but also lists agenda items. The meeting may be cancelled or postponed.

• Approval of minutes from November 13 (monthly and special) and November 20 (tax classification hearing)
• Approval of vendor warrant for payment and payroll warrant
• New business: Almeida Ridge Subdivision and Jennifer Lane street lights
• Old business: solar added to street lights, unapproved street lights, street light shield at 2544 Pleasant
• Public input session

The Dighton Electric Light District Board approved sending a letter to Almeida Ridge acknowledging receipt of plans for a 17-home subdivision on Williams Street and offering to answer questions about street lights. The Board also tabled a decision on Jennifer Lane street lights pending review by Gay & Gay and commissioner inspections. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved minutes of November 13 monthly, November 13 special, and November 20 tax classification hearing (3-0)
• Approved vendor and payroll warrants (3-0)
• Approved sending letter to Almeida Ridge about subdivision street light plans (3-0)
• Tabled Jennifer Lane street light decision until next month, pending commissioner review and Gay & Gay document review (3-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen will discuss and possibly act on a proposed increase in town trash bag prices, a new police shift supervisor position, and an engineering services proposal for Main Street Phase II. They will also consider appointments to the public health nurse and health agent roles, and renew numerous annual licenses for liquor, car dealers, victuallers, fuel storage, and entertainment.

• Review/Discuss/Act: Town of Dighton Trash Bag Price Increase
• Review/Discuss/Act: Recommendation to Approve Shift Supervisor Position (Police)
• Review/Discuss/Act: Granite City Partners Proposal for Engineering Services (Main Street Phase II)
• Review/Discuss/Act: Appointment of Lisa Marie Todorsky as Public Health Nurse
• Review/Discuss/Act: Annual Liquor License Renewals (multiple locations)

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved the promotion of a police officer to sergeant, appointed Lisa Todorsky as Town Nurse at $38/hour, and appointed Brian Darling as Health Agent at $45/hour after a $50/hour proposal failed. They also approved several contracts, including Granite City Partners for Main Street engineering oversight, Hound Dog Plumbing for on-call plumbing, and the use of remaining ARPA funds for a sewer study and conservation legal expenses. All votes were 3-0 unless noted.

• Approved police officer promotion to sergeant (3-0)
• Approved Granite City Partners engineering contract for Main Street (3-0)
• Extended encroachment agreement with David and Michelle White for one year (3-0)
• Approved purchase of two recognition trees for Rep. Haddad and Sen. Pacheco (3-0)
• Approved trash bag price increases as presented (3-0)
• Approved Town Nurse job description at $38/hour and appointed Lisa Todorsky (3-0)
• Approved Health Agent job description at $45/hour and appointed Brian Darling (3-0)
• Approved use of $17,694.22 remaining ARPA funds for sewer study and conservation legal expenses (3-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will vote on several personnel and contract items, including a police shift supervisor position, a $25,000 engineering contract for Main Street drainage, a trash bag price increase, and appointments for Public Health Nurse and Health Agent. They will also renew annual licenses for liquor, car dealers, and other businesses, and discuss uses of remaining ARPA funds.

• Police Chief George Nichols requests approval to promote an additional sergeant to cover split shifts at minimal cost.
• Granite City Partners proposal for professional engineering services on Main Street Phase II drainage at $25,000.
• Board of Health recommends a trash bag price increase (no amount specified).
• Proposed appointment of Lisa Marie Todorsky as Public Health Nurse and Brian Darling as Health Agent.
• Annual liquor license renewals for nine establishments including Route 44 Liquors and 1712 Tavern.

SRPEDD

The Joint Transportation Planning Group is meeting to review the 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program and an evacuation route study. The body may vote to recommend a list of transportation resilience projects for public comment. The meeting includes a discussion on the New Bedford-Blue Lane Connector project.

• New Bedford-Blue Lane Connector (RAISE) project with a total of $2,186,700 ($1,749,360 federal award and $437,340 non-federal match)
• Presentation on 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) projects
• Evacuation Route Study Phase 1 presentation
• Discussion and potential vote on transportation resilience projects for the Massachusetts Statewide Resilience Improvement Plan (RIP) and PROTECT Grant
• Resolution to adopt an alternate method of meeting notice via website

Water District

The Dighton Water District Board of Commissioners will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review financial conditions, and hear the superintendent's report. Old business includes updates on the Somerset Water Brook Street Well, MIU repair, and Cedar No. 1A replacement, as well as discussion on the Text My Gov system. New business items include retiree health insurance benefits and a Quadient postage machine.

• Update on Somerset Water Brook Street Well
• MIU Repair - update
• Cedar No. 1A Replacement - update
• View/Discuss/Act on Text My Gov system
• Retiree Health Insurance Benefits - view/discuss/act

Historical Commission

The Dighton Historical Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to review the FY25 budget and discuss several preservation and heritage projects. Items include a contract for the Mt. Hope Finishing Company National Register nomination, historical markers, and a walking tour pamphlet. The commission will also hear reports from the CPC, Library Building Committee, and America's 250th Anniversary committee.

• Review/Discuss/Act on Mt. Hope Finishing Company National Register Nomination Contract
• Review/Discuss/Act on 2120 Water Street
• Review/Discuss/Act on Preserving Memories of Dighton project
• Review/Discuss/Act on Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts
• Review/Discuss FY25 budget including expenditures and balance

The Dighton Historical Commission met on December 10, 2024, and approved the November minutes. They discussed the FY25 budget, noting a balance of $1,141.13, and reviewed FY26 budget requirements, including a directive to submit a reduced budget by January 22, 2025. No final budget decisions were made; the commission will vote on a reduced budget at a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (motion by Pat Gailes, seconded by Shara Costa)
• Discussed FY25 budget balance of $1,141.13 and encumbered $80
• Reviewed FY26 budget due January 22, 2025, with required reductions
• Discussed historical marker quote from FastSigns at $184.72; considered school sponsorship alternative
• Planned to submit Mt. Hope Finishing Company National Register Nomination contract to Board of Selectmen on January 8

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee will meet to approve minutes and warrants, discuss middle school athletic user fees and a cap, review the FY26 budget calendar, consider surplus technology items, and accept a donation for the carpentry program. Reports include a spotlight on career and technical education and recognition of students and teachers.

• Middle School Athletic User Fees/Cap discussion
• FY26 Budget Calendar review
• Surplus Items - Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Technology
• Donation - Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Career and Technical, Carpentry
• Approve meeting minutes of November 26, 2024

Waste Reduction Committee

The Dighton Solid Waste Committee will review and possibly act on a transfer station swap shed possibility and cardboard storage at Tom Ferry. The board will also consider reorganizing its membership and receive a transfer station report. Minutes from November 4, 2024 are scheduled for approval.

• Review/Discuss/Act: Transfer Station Swap Shed Possibility
• Review/Discuss/Act: Storage of Cardboard at Tom Ferry
• Review/Discuss: Transfer Station Report by Tom Ferry
• Review/Discuss/Act: Reorganize Board
• Approve Minutes: November 4, 2024

The Dighton Solid Waste Committee discussed the possibility of a transfer station swap shed, including location, operations, and funding, with a $6,000 state grant available. They also discussed cardboard storage and the transfer station report, noting 192 mattresses returned and $7,600 collected. The committee unanimously appointed Ralph Vitacco as Clerk and approved the November 4, 2024 minutes.

• Appointed Ralph Vitacco as Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed swap shed possibility, no formal action
• Discussed transfer station report, no formal action

Waste Reduction Committee

The Solid Waste Committee will meet to review and potentially act on the possibility of a swap shed at the transfer station. The board will also discuss cardboard storage and a transfer station report. Additionally, the committee may act to reorganize the board.

• Transfer Station Swap Shed possibility
• Storage of cardboard
• Transfer Station Report
• Board reorganization

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District Water Department will certify $446,844 in free cash for FY2025, plan small projects such as hydrant replacements, and begin FY2026 budget planning. They will also approve minutes and warrants, and discuss commercial billings for 28 days.

• Free Cash certified in the amount of $446,844 for FY2025
• Need to plan small projects for FY2025 such as Hydrant Replacements
• Will need special meeting to appropriate free cash
• Start planning FY2026 Budget, including project management and bid coordination
• Approval of Warrants with unspecified amounts

Commission on Disability

The Dighton Commission on Disability will hold a public meeting to discuss new business items including handicap parking and a safety net program. Old business includes reports from the ADA coordinator and a discussion of the KMA report, as well as an update on a request for a lower level Town Hall threshold. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Handicap parking discussion (4A)
• Safety Net discussion (4B)
• ADA Coordinator report (5B)
• Discuss KMA report (5C)
• Update on lower level Town Hall threshold request (5D)

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health is holding a special meeting to discuss pay rates and anticipated hours for the town nurse and the health agent, as well as rewriting the health agent job description for a per diem schedule. These items are listed under new business and may lead to decisions on staffing compensation and role structure.

• Discussion of Town Nurse pay rate and anticipated hours
• Rewrite of Health Agent job description for per diem schedule
• Discussion of Health Agent pay rate and anticipated hours

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee is meeting for its regular monthly session on December 4, 2024. The meeting notice does not list any specific agenda items; it includes only standard boilerplate and accessibility information.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a regular meeting and public hearing. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific business items or hearing topics.

Housing Authority

The Dighton Housing Authority will consider an emergency award of $29,081 for cast-iron water pipe replacement at 300 Lincoln Avenue. The board will also vote on substantial completion of an electrical upgrade and exterior lighting improvements, a change order for the fire alarm system, and an appointment to fill a vacant tenant commissioner seat. Reports from the executive director and treasurer for September and October 2024 will be presented, and the executive director's performance evaluation is scheduled.

• Emergency award of $29,081 for cast-iron water piping replacement (Item XIV)
• Substantial and final completion of electrical upgrade (Item IV)
• Change order for fire alarm system (Item V)
• Substantial completion and $2,200 invoice for exterior lighting improvements (Items VI-VII)
• Appointment of Christine Blanchard as tenant board member (Item III)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss and act on status updates for two development projects. The board will also confirm the date for the next meeting and approve previous minutes.

• Status update for Stonegate Landing, LLC, Westerly Side of Somerset Avenue (Map 9) Phase 1
• Status update for Bruce, LLC/Bruce Development Corp., Arborcrest Estates, Tremont Street (Map 4, Lots 54A, 55 & 77)

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health is holding an emergency meeting to conduct interviews for the Town Nurse and Health Agent positions. The candidates are Lisa Marie Todorsky for Town Nurse at 2:30 PM, and Sheri Miller-Bedau at 3:00 PM and Brian Darling at 3:30 PM for Health Agent. The meeting is also accessible remotely via Zoom.

• Interview of Lisa Marie Todorsky for Town Nurse at 2:30 PM
• Interview of Sheri Miller-Bedau for Health Agent at 3:00 PM
• Interview of Brian Darling for Health Agent at 3:30 PM
• Meeting held as an emergency session
• Remote participation available via Zoom

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee will meet to review budget transfers and a new member orientation policy. The session includes an executive meeting to discuss collective bargaining with the DRRTA and litigation with the Town of Rehoboth.

• Discussion and action on budget transfers
• Second reading of Policy BIA regarding New Member Orientation
• Donation requests for books for Palmer River Elementary School
• Donation request from Feinstein Foundation for Dighton Middle School
• Executive session regarding DRRTA collective bargaining and Town of Rehoboth litigation

Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee will meet to finalize the application form and establish a timeline and process for assistance requests. They will also discuss updating the tax bill insert and town website, as well as community engagement and sponsorship ideas. Previous minutes and a medical form for the application will be reviewed.

• Finalize application and timeline for assistance requests
• Request to Board of Selectmen to update tax bill insert and town website
• Review medical form for assistance application
• Discuss community engagement and sponsorship ideas
• Approve previous meeting minutes

Dighton Economic Development Committee

This is a regular meeting of the Dighton Development & Industrial Commission. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific discussion topics listed.

• No substantive items listed on agenda

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, review financial reports including state matching funds, and discuss updates on CPC projects and the outcome of special town meeting warrant articles. The meeting includes public input and is hybrid in person and via Zoom.

• Review and approve prior meeting minutes
• Financial reports on state matching funds
• Review and discuss CPC project updates
• Review special town meeting CPC warrant article results

Conservation Commission

The Dighton Conservation Commission will hold multiple hearings, including continued hearings for a tree clearing project and an abbreviated wetland delineation, and new hearings for stormwater basin repair, septic system repair, a home addition, a new home construction, and drainage modifications. The commission will also review enforcement actions, including a proposed mitigation plan for a property at 2371 County Street with ongoing daily fines, and several other violation cases. Other business includes approving minutes, bills, legal fee budget, and 2025 meeting calendar.

• Continued hearing for Grasshopper Energy at 0 Brook Street: clearing 28 trees within 25-100 foot buffer zone (File# SE017-0492, tabled to uncertain date).
• New hearing for Paul Cote at 2598 Pleasant Street: repair existing septic system within 100' buffer and flood zone of Taunton River (File# SE017-0512).
• New hearing for Charlene Ridley at 224 Lincoln Avenue: proposed 292 sq ft addition within riverfront and flood zone to Three Mile River.
• Enforcement: Proposed mitigation plan for 2371 County Street; daily fines of $300/day were on hold as of Feb 2024, with ongoing review.
• Enforcement: 1033 Oak Street – unauthorized garage within buffer zone; mitigation plan received, plants planted, photographs requested on 11/7/24.

Stormwater Committee

The Dighton Stormwater Committee will review and possibly act on a request to retroactively extend the Brook Street Solar Stormwater Permit through December 31, 2025. They will also receive updates on several active projects, including Blue Wave Solar on Tremont and Middle Streets, and discuss a new request from New Leaf Energy.

• Active project updates: Blue Wave Solar (Tremont and Middle Streets), MA CS (Araujo's), 102 Sonny's Way drainage, 0 Elm Street, Hunter's Hill
• Request to retroactively extend Brook Street Solar Stormwater Permit to 12/31/2025
• New business: another request from New Leaf Energy
• Update on 2025 calendars
• Approval of minutes from September 18 and site visit notes from October 2, 2024

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will discuss the tax rate hearing and scenarios, review old business including the Brook Street Solar PILOT Agreement and Small Commercial Exemption results from Special Town Meeting, and take action on motor vehicle abatements and Chapter Land 61A lien releases for specific properties.

• Brook Street Solar PILOT Agreement
• Small Commercial Exemption results from Special Town Meeting
• Sign Motor Vehicle Abatements FY2024 and Warrant & Commitment 2024-6
• Sign Chapter Land 61A Lien Releases for Map 1 Lot 96 (0 North St.) and Map 1 Lot 87 (2450 Chestnut St.)
• Discuss the Tax Rate Hearing and Scenarios

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will hold four classification hearings on November 20, 2024, at 1111 Somerset Ave. The hearings cover the Dighton Electric District, Dighton Water District, North Dighton Fire District, and a general classification hearing. Each agenda follows a standard procedural format with call to order, attendance, new business (the hearing itself), public input, correspondence, and adjournment.

• Dighton Electric District Classification Hearing at 5:15 p.m.
• Dighton Water District Classification Hearing at 5:30 p.m.
• North Dighton Fire District Classification Hearing at 5:45 p.m.
• General Classification Hearing at 6:00 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Dighton Fire District Prudential Committee is holding a public hearing on property classification. Residents may provide written or oral comments. The hearing will take place on November 20, 2024 at 5:45 PM at Old Town Hall.

• Public hearing on property classification

Fence Viewers

The Dighton Board of Fence Viewers will meet to discuss the status of the fence between 2188 Cedar St. and 2150 Cedar St. The agenda contains no other substantive items; the rest is procedural.

• Discuss status of the fence between 2188 Cedar St. and 2150 Cedar St.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a tax classification hearing to review and set the Fiscal Year 2025 Town of Dighton tax rates. The board will also consider appointing Susan Randazzo as a part-time 911 dispatcher, discuss a FY2026 hiring freeze, and take action on a FY2023 Municipal Local Cybersecurity Grant Program with a $8,986.25 state match. Other items include transferring a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix to the Town of Berkley and declaring surplus police and Council on Aging property.

• Tax Classification Hearing: review and act on FY2025 Town of Dighton tax rates
• Request to appoint Susan Randazzo as part-time 911 dispatcher
• Institution of a Fiscal Year 2026 hiring freeze for most full-time positions effective July 1, 2025
• FY2023 Municipal Local Cybersecurity Grant Program with a $8,986.25 match requirement
• Surplus declaration of a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria police vehicle and 20 pink-cushioned chairs from the Council on Aging

Board of Selectmen

The Board will hold a Tax Classification Hearing to review and set the Fiscal Year 2025 tax rates for Dighton. They will also consider appointing a part-time dispatcher, discuss a hiring freeze, and act on requests to transfer or surplus town vehicles and property. An executive session is scheduled regarding the Pleasant Street Boat Ramp.

• Tax Classification Hearing to set FY2025 tax rates
• Appointment of Susan Randazzo as part-time dispatcher
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 Hiring Freeze
• Transfer of 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix to Town of Berkley
• Surplus request for police vehicle (2009 Ford Crown Victoria) and Council on Aging chairs

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Dighton Water District Board of Commissioners holds a regular monthly meeting to review financials, receive the superintendent's report, and act on old business including a Verizon Wireless lease agreement and updates on well and pump repairs. New business includes a six-month review for two employees.

• Approve minutes of October 8, 2024 meeting
• Review operating budget to actual balances, receivables, and expenditure warrants
• View/Discuss/Act on Verizon Wireless Lease Agreement
• Update on Somerset Water Brook Street Well and Cedar No. 1A Replacement
• Six-month review for Matthew Pelland and Jack Tickel

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the budget and discuss potential equipment replacement at the Timothy Rhines Memorial Playground and community engagement enhancements for the playground. An update on the community garden is also planned.

• Budget review
• Potential equipment replacement at Timothy Rhines Memorial Playground (Palmer St./School Lane)
• Potential accessible/community engagement enhancements to the community playground
• Community Garden update

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will discuss and possibly act on a solid waste recommendation for a trash bag price increase, a refund request from What's up Cupcake, and a per diem health agent position. They will also review a grant document share drive and complaints regarding barn and stable permits.

• Review/discuss grant document share drive capability and startup
• Review/discuss/act on What's up Cupcake refund request
• Review/discuss/act on solid waste recommendation for trash bag price increase
• Review/discuss/act on per diem health agent
• Review/discuss/act on complaints/feedback regarding barn and stable permits

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates on the 207 Main Street property, follow up on a gift from the Friends of the Library, and consider library policies and hours for the week of December 23, 2024. The trustees will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• 207 Main Street update
• Follow-up to recent gift from Friends of the Dighton Public Library
• Library policy discussion
• Library hours for the week of December 23, 2024
• 207 Main Street 2025 grand opening updates

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk will hold a public session to tabulate ballots for the November 5, 2024 state election. This session focuses on mail-in ballots received by November 8, 2024, that were postmarked by November 5, 2024.

• Tabulation of mail-in ballots for the November 5, 2024 state election

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a regular meeting to vote on several contracts and appointments, including a junk dealer's license, solar pilot agreement, and snow plow contract. They will also award bids for Main Street drainage and trench paving, and enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the police union.

• Review/discuss/act on junk dealer's license for Joseph Frizado at 180 Cobbs Lane
• Appointments to the Agricultural Commission for Susana Medeiros, Laura Smith, and Joanne Oliveira
• Ratify Memorandum of Understanding for Dighton Permanent Firefighters Association Local 4332
• Award bids for Main Street drainage from three firms (J&R Precast Inc., Lorusso Corp., Putnam Pipe) and authorize contract for Main Street trench paving
• Enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy with Police Union

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen will consider a junk dealer's license for 180 Cobbs Lane, award contracts for Main Street drainage and trench paving, and ratify several memoranda of understanding with town staff and unions. They will also appoint members to the Agricultural Commission, discuss the outdoor fire ban through November 15 due to drought, and note board vacancies.

• Review and act on junk dealer's license application for 180 Cobbs Lane
• Award bids for Main Street drainage: J&R Precast Inc., Lorusso Corp., Putnam Pipe
• Authorize contract with Lorusso Corp. for Main Street trench paving
• Ratify MOUs for Town Accountant, Administrative Assistant, and Dighton Permanent Firefighters Association, Local 4332
• Set FY25 snow plow contract rates and hired snow driver rates

Historical Commission

The Dighton Historical Commission will review the FY 25 budget and discuss several preservation initiatives. The body will also consider an internship request and a member resignation.

• FY 25 Budget expenditures and balance
• Preserving Memories of Dighton
• Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts
• Historical Markers
• Internship request of Samantha Schecter

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee will meet in open and closed sessions. They will enter executive session to discuss strategy regarding DRRTA (likely the teachers union) and related litigation. In open session, they will hear reports on MCAS results and superintendent evaluation, then vote on a Beckwith Middle School Athletic Boosters Club proposal and two donation requests: a 3D printer for the CTE program and field hockey team equipment.

• Executive session per MGL c.30A §21A (2)(3) for strategy on DRRTA and litigation
• Beckwith Middle School Athletic Boosters Club proposal
• Donation request for CTE Engineering and Drafting Design Program: 3D printer
• Donation request for D-R High School Athletics field hockey team from Mr. LeBlanc
• Reports: Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent (MCAS presentation), Chairman (superintendent evaluation indicators)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee are holding a joint meeting to review project workstreams. The body will discuss and act on window treatments for the Program Room.

• Review of building infrastructure, budget, grants, and fundraising workstreams
• Action on window treatments for the Program Room
• Approval of October 24, 2024 meeting minutes

Commission on Disability

This meeting of the Dighton Commission on Disability has been cancelled. The agenda, which included discussion of handicap parking and a town hall threshold request, will not proceed.

Open Space Committee

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Dighton Open Space Committee. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on three old business items (Action Items #23, #16, #24), new business, public input, and approval of minutes from previous meetings. No specific details about the action items are provided in the agenda.

• Discuss/Review/Act: Action Item #23
• Discuss/Review/Act: Action Item #16
• Discuss/Review/Act: Action Item #24
• Approval of minutes from meetings on August 7, September 18, and October 23, 2024
• Set next meeting date: December 4, 2024 at 5:30pm

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed modification of a special permit for a solar facility at 2734 Elm Street to create two residential lots, removing 6.41 acres from the approved solar site. A peer review recommends conditions including a vegetative buffer and Fire Chief review. A separate hearing for a special permit at 833 Williams Street has been withdrawn by the applicant. The board will also discuss the 2025 meeting calendar and approve minutes from October 16, 2024.

• Public hearing on special permit modification for 2734 Elm Street (DG Dighton/ISM Solar) to create two residential lots; peer review recommends conditions
• Withdrawal of special permit and ANR applications for 833 Williams Street (David Butler)
• Discussion of 2025 meeting calendar
• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes

North Dighton Fire District

The Water Department will review billing, hydrant maintenance, and the Lead Service Line Inventory. The body will also discuss quotes for gate valves and correspondence regarding chlorine dosing and samples.

• Lead Service Line Inventory first round submitted October 9
• House sale billing for 77 Stoddard Ave: $182.10 for 700 cubic feet
• Quotes received from Putnam Pipe for Gate Valves
• Audit check received from Mega Workmans comp for $86
• Wood & Curran requesting additional funds from DEP to investigate public side unknowns

Waste Reduction Committee

The Solid Waste Committee will meet to review and potentially act on a trash bag price increase and the possibility of a transfer station swap shed. The body will also discuss cardboard storage and available grant funds.

• Trash bag price increase
• Transfer station swap shed possibility
• Available grant funds
• Cardboard storage
• Transfer station report

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will discuss the Brook Street Solar PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) agreement and sign motor vehicle abatements for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. The meeting also includes public input, correspondence review, and approval of prior minutes.

• Brook Street Solar PILOT Agreement
• Sign Motor Vehicle Abatements FY2023 and FY2024
• Review and approve minutes from June 26 and September 18, 2024

250th Anniversary Committee

The committee is meeting to review budget planning and a Special Town Meeting Warrant. Members will discuss and act upon a sponsorship letter and fundraising efforts.

• Review of Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Action on sponsorship letter
• Discussion of fundraising

Dighton Elementary School Building Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no substantive items, proposals, or decisions listed for discussion.

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's Office will conduct the advanced removal and processing of early voting and absentee ballots for the November 5, 2024, State Primary. This activity will take place at 979 Somerset Ave starting November 1.

• Advanced removal of 11-5-24 State Election EV/AV Ballots
• Advanced processing of 11-5-24 State Election EV/AV Ballots

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will hold a special meeting to discuss a PILOT agreement for Brook Street Solar and to sign motor vehicle abatements for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. The board will also review past meeting minutes and hear public input.

• Brook Street Solar PILOT Agreement
• Sign Motor Vehicle Abatements FY2023 and FY2024
• Review minutes from 6/26/24, 8/28/24, 9/18/24

Dighton Elementary School Building Committee

This meeting consists solely of calling the meeting to order, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, and adjourning. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Trails Committee

The Trails Committee will meet to discuss a proposal for the Broadcove Nature Trail Boardwalk with the Highway Superintendent. The body will also review budget plans for FY2025 and receive an update on the DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk project.

• Broadcove Nature Trail Boardwalk project proposal
• FY2025 Budget Plans
• DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk project update

The Dighton Trails Committee met and approved the September meeting minutes. They discussed the proposed Broadcove Nature Trail boardwalk project with Highway Superintendent Tom Ferry, who suggested it could be a town undertaking with funding from an identified source, possibly an RDA instead of a full NOI, and could also serve as a Scout project. No formal decisions were made on the project; the committee took actions to follow up on drawings and land ownership questions.

• Approved September Regular meeting minutes
• Selected Tuesday 10 December 2024 at 7pm for next meeting
• Discussed Broadcove Nature Trail boardwalk project with Highway Superintendent Tom Ferry
• Action: Team to look into Somerset Avenue n/f Wildlands Trust Inc.
• Action: Jeff to post drawings online for Tom Ferry to download
• Action: Karen to check with school on plexiglass size for DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health is holding an emergency meeting to interview Tony Molina for the Town Nurse position. The board will also review and discuss the withdrawal of a health agent candidate. Public input will be accepted.

• Interview of Tony Molina for Town Nurse position
• Review/discussion of health agent candidate withdrawal
• Public input period

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health is holding an emergency meeting on October 29, 2024, primarily to conduct a Town Nurse interview with candidate Tony Molina. The board will also discuss and act on the withdrawal of a health agent candidate. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and will be recorded for broadcast.

• Interview of Tony Molina for Town Nurse position
• Review, discuss, and act on health agent candidate withdrawal

Dighton Economic Development Committee

The Dighton Development & Industrial Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on a proposed Home Business bylaw for presentation to the Planning Board, and to consider leasing town property for agricultural use. The commission will also review scheduling updates for the Board of Selectmen and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Discuss/Review/Act on proposed Home Business bylaw presentation to Dighton Planning Board
• Discuss/Review/Act on leasing of Town property for agricultural use
• Discuss/Review/Act on scheduling update to Board of Selectmen
• Approve meeting minutes for Aug 26 2024 and Sep 23 2024

Water District

The Dighton Water District will hold its annual meeting on October 28, 2024, to vote on seven articles including funding for retiree benefits, capital improvements, maintenance, and a major transfer of $300,000 for water projects. Voters will decide on a $300,000 allocation for the Williams Street Trihalomethanes Removal System and a $25,000 contribution to an OPEB trust.

• Article 2: $25,000 for Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund
• Article 3: $50,000 to Capital Improvement Stabilization fund
• Article 4: $35,000 total for Building Maintenance ($10,000) and Hydrants/Fittings/Main ($25,000)
• Article 5: Transfer $300,000 from previous Lead & Copper Consulting Services fund to FY2025 expenses
• Article 6: Allocate $300,000 from Article 5 for Williams Street Trihalomethanes Removal System

Library Board of Trustees

This joint meeting of the Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees will receive updates on building infrastructure, budget, grants, and fundraising. They will also consider specific invoices for plumbing and sandblasting, window treatments for the Program Room, and re-engaging B-P electrical students for the 2024-2025 school year. A donation from Friends of the Library and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Updates on building infrastructure and budget
• Hound Dog Plumbing & Heating invoice
• Sodablast sandblasting invoice
• Window treatments for the Program Room
• Re-engagement of B-P electrical students for 2024-2025 school year

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special hybrid meeting to discuss library policies and receive a donation from the Friends of the Dighton Public Library. No specific policy details or donation amount are listed on the agenda.

• Library policy discussion
• Presentation of donation by the Friends of the Dighton Public Library

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is holding a special meeting to review and act on a wage increase for a clerical position.

• Review and action on clerical position wage increase

Open Space Committee

The Dighton Open Space Committee holds its regular monthly meeting, postponed from October 2 to October 23, 2024. They will discuss and potentially act on five old business action items (#12, #23, #11, #16, #24), take public input, and approve minutes from August and September. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss/Review/Act on Action Items #12, #23, #11, #16, #24 (old business)
• Public input period for residents
• Approval of minutes from August 7, 2024
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for November 6, 2024

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen will hold a regular meeting on October 23, 2024. Key actions include signing the warrant for a Special Town Meeting, considering the disbanding of the Agricultural Commission, and appointing Town Administrator Ralph Vitacco to multiple committees. The board will also discuss the resignation of firefighter/paramedic Matthew Silva and review an Eagle Scout project proposal for a flag retirement disposal box.

• Signing of the warrant for Special Town Meeting
• Disbanding of the current Agricultural Commission
• Appointment of Ralph Vitacco to Insurance Advisory Committee, TIF Review Board, Policy Review Board, Sick Bank Committee, Capital Outlay Committee, and Solid Waste Committee
• Request to appoint John Meager to the Cable Committee
• Resignation of Matthew Silva, full-time firefighter/paramedic

Board of Selectmen

The Board will sign the warrant for the November 14 Special Town Meeting, which includes a $1,355,000 feasibility study for Dighton Elementary School and several lease-purchase payments for fire, ambulance, and highway equipment. The board will also consider an Eagle Scout proposal for a flag retirement disposal box at the police station and appoint the town administrator to multiple committees. Other items include disbanding the Agricultural Commission and accepting a firefighter's resignation.

• Signing warrant for Special Town Meeting on Nov. 14, 2024, with 12 articles including $1.355M for Dighton Elementary School feasibility study
• Review of Eagle Scout project proposal for a $600 flag retirement disposal box at Dighton Police Department (1458 Somerset Ave)
• Appointment of Town Administrator Ralph Vitacco to Insurance Advisory, TIF Review, Policy Review, Sick Bank, Capital Outlay, and Solid Waste committees
• Disbanding of the current Agricultural Commission
• Acceptance of resignation of full-time firefighter/paramedic Matthew Silva

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Dighton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on October 22, 2024. The board will review and discuss the Affordable Homes Act amendment that allows accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right in single-family zoning districts, including its impact on local regulations. Other agenda items include confirming the next meeting date, reviewing correspondence, and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Review/discuss the Affordable Homes Act amendment to Chapter 40A allowing ADUs by right in single-family districts, effective February 2025
• Confirm next meeting date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
• Review correspondence and public input
• Approve meeting minutes from September 24, 2024

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will hold a special meeting to review and act on several items including old business on a barn/animal permit notification and new business covering a conservation request, grant processes, a rat complaint in North Dighton, and a police autism and dementia program. The meeting will also include public input and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Barn/Animal Permit Notification (old business)
• Conservation Request
• Grant Process and Document Share Drive Capability & Startup
• Rat Complaint in North Dighton
• Dighton Police Autism & Dementia Program

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a barn/animal permit notification, a conservation request, and a rat complaint in North Dighton. The board will also address the withdrawal of a health agent candidate and discuss a grant process and document share drive. Additionally, they will review a program with the Dighton Police on Autism & Dementia and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Review and act on Barn/Animal Permit Notification
• Discuss Conservation Request
• Discuss Rat Complaint in N. Dighton
• Discuss Dighton Police Autism & Dementia Program
• Discuss Grant Process and Document Share Drive Capability & Startup

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The committee will consider a budget E&D transfer and authorize expenditures for solar panel repairs. They will also take a second read of Policy JLCF on life-threatening allergies and vote on donations for soccer jerseys and pumpkins. Superintendent's report includes draft goals and MSBA updates.

• Budget E&D Transfer
• Authorize expenditure for solar repairs
• Policy JLCF - Life Threatening Allergies - 2nd Read
• Donation - Soccer Jerseys - Dighton Middle School
• Donation - Pumpkins - Dighton Elementary School

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is holding a special meeting with an executive session to review and discuss the FY2025 Appraisal reports provided by Sansoucy Associates. The executive session is authorized under state law for compliance with special law or federal grant requirements. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order and pledge.

• Executive session to review FY2025 Appraisal reports from Sansoucy Associates

Dighton Elementary School Building Committee

The Dighton Elementary School Building Committee will review minutes from previous meetings, receive updates, and discuss the feasibility study budget broken down by category. The committee will also prepare for upcoming open houses on October 30 and November 2, 2024, to engage the public on the project.

• Review of meeting minutes from September 16, 2024 and October 2, 2024
• Discussion of feasibility study amounts per category
• Preparation for public open houses on October 30 and November 2, 2024

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk will conduct a public test of election equipment for the upcoming November 5, 2024 State Election. Staff will test 50 ballots through all four DS 200 optical scanners, verify original and spare memory cards, and test the Automark ballot marking equipment. The testing begins at 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Town Clerk's Office.

• Test 50 ballots through all 4 DS 200 optical scanners
• Test original and spare memory cards
• Test Automark ballot marking equipment

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a special permit application for 833 Williams Street and a special permit modification for 2734 Elm Street. The meeting includes a review of minutes from October 2, 2024.

• Public hearing: Special Permit Application for David Butler, Trustee of The Butler Family Irrevocable Trust, 833 Williams Street
• Public hearing: Special Permit Modification for DG Dighton, LLC and ISM Solar, 3, LLC, 2734 Elm Street to remove 6.41 acres for two residential building lots

Conservation Commission

The Dighton Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland-related projects, including a tree clearing within a buffer zone, a septic system repair, and utility pole replacements. The commission will also review multiple enforcement cases, notably a property at 2371 County Street facing $300 daily fines, and consider proposed bylaw changes, bills payable, and a resignation.

• Continued hearing for tree clearing within 100-foot wetland buffer at 0 Brook Street (tabled to uncertain date)
• New hearing for septic system repair within wetland buffer at 737 Tremont Street
• New hearing for Mass Electric pole replacement project along Regional Road and Horton Street
• Enforcement update on 2371 County Street with $300/day fines and proposed mitigation plan
• Consideration of draft Conservation Commission bylaw changes

Cable Television Committee

The Dighton Cable Television Committee will hold a postponed regular meeting to discuss Special Town Meeting setup and consider a recommendation to appoint John Meagher. The committee will also approve minutes of the August 28, 2024 meeting and hear public input.

• Review/discuss Special Town Meeting setup
• Review/discuss/act on recommendation to Board of Selectmen to appoint John Meagher
• Approve minutes of the August 28, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health is holding an emergency meeting to interview three candidates for the Health Agent position. The interviews are scheduled consecutively: Jenna Conroy at 9:00 AM, Robert Cloutier at 9:30 AM, and Jonathan Reilly at 10:00 AM. The meeting also includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, public input, and items not anticipated within 48 hours.

• Interview Jenna Conroy for Health Agent at 9:00 AM
• Interview Robert Cloutier for Health Agent at 9:30 AM
• Interview Jonathan Reilly for Health Agent at 10:00 AM
• Public input period

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health holds an emergency meeting to interview four candidates for the Health Agent position: Jenna Conroy, Robert Cloutier, Jonathan Reilly, and Kiley S. Lowe. The meeting is conducted via Zoom and includes a public input period. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Interviews for Health Agent position starting at 9:00 AM
• Candidates: Jenna Conroy (9:00 AM), Robert Cloutier (9:30 AM), Jonathan Reilly (10:00 AM), Kiley S. Lowe (10:30 AM)
• Public input opportunity
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom with dial-in option

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss recommendations for Special Town Meeting articles and a potential librarian appointment. The meeting includes an executive session regarding contract negotiations with the Dighton Permanent Firefighters Association.

• Contract negotiations with Dighton Permanent Firefighters Association
• Recommendation to appoint Laura Reynolds as Circulation Librarian
• Recommendations on Special Town Meeting Articles
• Board of Selectmen Holiday Meeting Schedule review

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen will hold a special meeting to review appointments, discuss recommendations for an upcoming Special Town Meeting, and conduct an executive session for contract negotiations. The meeting includes public announcements about local events and services.

• Recommendation to appoint Laura Reynolds as Circulation Librarian
• Discussion of Special Town Meeting articles including $1,355,000 for Dighton Elementary School feasibility study at 1250 Somerset Ave
• Executive session for collective bargaining with Dighton Permanent Firefighters Association
• Announcement of Adult Flu/Covid Vaccine Clinic on October 18 at 1059 Somerset Ave
• DEA drug take-back event on October 26 in coordination with Dighton Police Department

Stormwater Committee

The Dighton Stormwater Committee is meeting to review project reports, including a final report for Horton Street and a request to extend Hunter's Hill stormwater permit through 2028. They will also discuss active projects like Blue Wave Solar and New Leaf Energy. The committee will approve minutes from previous meetings and take public input.

• Review/discuss/act on 2162 Horton Street final report and close stormwater permit
• Request to extend Hunter's Hill stormwater permit to December 31, 2028
• Active project updates for Blue Wave Solar at Tremont and Middle Streets
• New Business: New Leaf Energy Project (Maynard Lane area)
• Approval of minutes for August 14 and September 18, 2024

Cemetery Commission

The Dighton Cemetery Commission is holding a regular meeting with items including review of committee roles, reorganization, flagpole report, maintenance and repairs of town cemeteries, financial matters, and approval of January 2024 minutes. The agenda is primarily procedural with no specific actionable items or dollar amounts listed.

• Review of committee overview and roles
• Discussion of committee openings and reorganization
• Flagpole report
• Review of maintenance and repairs of town cemeteries
• Review of financial matters related to town cemeteries

Library Board of Trustees

This joint meeting of the Library Building Committee and Library Board of Trustees will discuss updates on building infrastructure, budget, and grants. They will review and act on a payment request from Plan B for weeks 7 and 8 of work. The meeting also includes notification of a fundraising subcommittee and approval of prior minutes.

• Review and act on Plan B payment request for weeks 7 and 8
• Updates on building infrastructure
• Updates on budget and grants/fundraising
• Notification of Board of Selectmen of fundraising subcommittee
• Approve minutes of September 26, 2024 meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss routine updates, including the 207 Main Street project, personnel matters, library hours for late November, and the state financial aid application. The board will also review by-laws and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No major decisions or funding votes are on the agenda.

• 207 Main Street update and 2025 grand opening plans
• Personnel update
• Library hours the week of November 25, 2024
• State financial aid application update
• By-laws update and Massachusetts Library Trustees Annual Meeting attendance

Fence Viewers

The Board of Fence Viewers is meeting to discuss a site visit to 2188 Cedar St and 2150 Cedar St, along with routine administrative business such as reviewing minutes from September 18, 2024. The meeting is open to the public and will be recorded.

• Discuss site visit to 2188 Cedar St and 2150 Cedar St
• Review and approve minutes from 9/18/24

Fence Viewers

The Board of Fence Viewers is meeting to conduct a site visit. The visit concerns properties located at 2188 Cedar St. and 2150 Cedar St.

• Site visit to 2188 Cedar St.
• Site visit to 2150 Cedar St.

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will review three warrant articles: a Small Commercial Exemption for personal property, the Hero Act (Chapter 178 of the Acts 2024), and a PILOT agreement for Brook Street Solar. They will also discuss the status of Brook Street Solar and approve a motor vehicle commitment of $59,688.15.

• Review of warrant article on Small Commercial Exemption for Personal Property
• Review of warrant article on the Hero Act (Chapter 178 of the Acts 2024)
• Review of warrant article for Brook Street Solar PILOT Agreement
• Warrant/Commitment MV Commitment 2024-5 in the amount of $59,688.15
• Discussion on status of Brook Street Solar

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee to review department head reports on warrant articles. The board will also consider an electricity supply agreement for municipal aggregation, orders of takings and bids for Main Street improvements, and opening the Town Meeting warrant with articles for the Pleasant Street Bridge reconstruction and a school zone on Center Street. Other items include a one-day liquor license for the Dighton Lions Alts Festival, surplus equipment disposal, and approval of warrants.

• Review/discuss/act on electricity supply agreement for municipal aggregation (Constellation)
• Review/discuss/act on order of takings for Main Street improvements
• Review/discuss/act on recommendations for Main Street concrete structure components bid and salt bid
• Open Town Meeting warrant with articles for Pleasant Street Bridge reconstruction and school zone on Center Street for Bristol County Agricultural High School
• One-day liquor license application for Dighton Lions Alts Festival

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee to hear department head reports on warrant articles for the upcoming Special Town Meeting. Scheduled appointments include a review of an electricity supply agreement with Constellation for municipal aggregation, an order of takings for Main Street improvements, and a salt bid recommendation. Under new business, the board will discuss and potentially act on the warrant for the state election, the open Town Meeting warrant, the Pleasant Street Bridge reconstruction project, creation of a school zone on Center Street, and a one-day liquor license for the Dighton Lions Arts Festival.

• Review/Discuss/Act on Electricity Supply Agreement with Constellation for municipal aggregation
• Review/Discuss/Act on Order of Takings for Main Street Improvements
• Review/Discuss/Act on Pleasant Street Bridge Reconstruction project article for Special Town Meeting
• Review/Discuss/Act on creation of a school zone on Center Street for Bristol County Agricultural High School
• Review/Discuss/Act on one-day liquor license application for Dighton Lions Arts Festival

Electric Light District

The Dighton Electric Light District Board will meet to approve minutes and a vendor warrant, discuss a letter to town boards, review and possibly act on Constellation Energy matters, and consider street light shield costs and solar additions. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Approval of Vendor Warrant for Payment
• Review/Discuss/Act on Constellation Energy
• Street Light Shield Cost
• Letter to Town Boards
• Solar Added to Street Lights

Historical Commission

The Dighton Historical Commission is holding a regular hybrid meeting to review and discuss several preservation initiatives, including the Preserving Memories project, a walking tour pamphlet of National Register districts, and an historical marker. The commission will also consider the FY25 budget and expenditures, and receive reports on the Mt. Hope Finishing Company area, West Dighton Survey, and other committee updates.

• Review/discuss/act on Preserving Memories of Dighton project
• Review/discuss/act on Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts
• Review/discuss/act on Historical Marker
• Review/discuss Mt. Hope Finishing Company area meeting
• Review/discuss West Dighton Survey

Water District

The Dighton Water District Board of Water Commissioners meets to discuss and possibly act on several infrastructure and financial items, including a Verizon Wireless lease agreement, a contract amendment for Cedar No. 1A well replacement, and a capital improvement charge for a storage building on Elm Street. The board will also review the superintendent's report, financial condition, and correspondence. Public input is scheduled.

• Verizon Wireless Lease Agreement – view/discuss/act
• Cedar No. 1A Replacement – Environmental Partners Amendment No. 2 – view/discuss/act
• Storage Building on Elm Street – 6-inch fire line capital improvement charge – view/discuss/act
• Updated and installed fire alarm at treatment plant – view/discuss/act
• National Grid rates – view/discuss/act

250th Anniversary Committee

The Dighton Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss several preservation initiatives. Items include reviewing the Preserving Memories of Dighton project, a walking tour pamphlet for National Register districts, and a historical marker. The commission will also receive reports on the America's 250th Anniversary and the Sweet Knolls DCR update. Previous minutes and budget expenditures will be approved.

• Review/discuss Preserving Memories of Dighton
• Review/discuss Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts
• Review/discuss Historical Marker
• Report on America's 250th Anniversary
• Report on Sweet Knolls DCR update

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee will hold an executive session to discuss strategy regarding litigation with the Town of Rehoboth. The regular meeting also includes approval of minutes and warrants, and discussion/action on a field trip request, authorization of solar repairs, and a first reading of Policy JLCE on life-threatening allergies.

• Executive session to discuss strategy with respect to DRRTA and litigation with the Town of Rehoboth
• Authorize expenditure for solar repairs (no dollar amount specified)
• Field trip request for Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School
• Policy JLCE – Life Threatening Allergies – 1st Read
• Approve warrants and payroll

250th Anniversary Committee

The Dighton 250th Anniversary Committee will meet to review and discuss budget planning including a sponsorship letter, expenses/funding, a Special Town Meeting warrant, and grant information. They will also discuss events for 2025 and 2026, including reenactment details and an informational table display.

• Review/Discuss/Act sponsorship letter
• Review/Discuss/Act expenses/funding and Special Town Meeting warrant
• Review/Discuss/Act grant information
• Review/Discuss events for 2025 and 2026, including reenactment details
• Update on community groups and contacts

Sewer Commission

The Dighton Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting on October 7, 2024, at 4:30 PM. Items include approving minutes from July 29, including a public hearing on rates, and acting on a drain layer license. The board will also discuss a connection request for 418 Old Somerset Ave and emergency preparedness.

• Drain Layer License for M & R Chaves Excavating, Inc.
• Jason Lawrence re: 418 Old Somerset Ave Connection
• Discuss/Act on Town Hall Bathroom Drains and 2001 Letter to Board of Selectmen
• Correspondence from Maureen Kane RE: Employment
• Discuss Emergency Preparedness for Sewer Department with Sewer Superintendent

Commission on Disability

The Dighton Commission on Disability holds a regular public meeting to discuss updates on the lower level Town Hall threshold request and the KMA report, along with member and ADA coordinator reports. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the September 5, 2024 meeting. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Update on lower level Town Hall threshold request
• Discuss KMA report
• ADA Coordinator report
• Review and approve minutes from 9-5-2024
• Public input period

Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee will discuss and potentially approve eligibility guidelines, award limits, and a draft application for the town's voluntary tax contribution assistance program. Members will also review fund balance, recent contributions, and ways to promote the fund. A request to modify the tax mailing insert will be discussed. No direct financial decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting focuses on program development.

• Review and develop eligibility guidelines and minimum/maximum award amounts for the tax fund
• Discuss ways to promote awareness of the Senior & Disabled Voluntary Tax Contribution Assistance Fund
• Review request to Board of Selectmen to modify the municipal Elderly & Disabled Voluntary Tax Contribution tax mailing insert
• Develop a rough draft of the application for the fund
• Review fund balance and recent contributions

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review and potentially vote on an application from the Historical Commission for funding to list Mt. Hope Finishing on the National Register of Historic Places. They will also discuss warrant article language for a related historical project.

• Review/discuss/act on Historical Commission funding request for Mt. Hope Finishing National Register nomination
• Review/discuss/act on warrant article language for a Historical Project

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will hold a regular monthly meeting to discuss and act upon five specific action items. The committee will also review and approve minutes from August 7 and September 18, 2024.

• Action Item # 12
• Action Item # 23
• Action Item # 11
• Action Item # 16
• Action Item # 24

Dighton Elementary School Building Committee

The Dighton Elementary School Building Committee is holding a special meeting to review, discuss, and potentially act on the warrant article language for a feasibility study, which will be presented at a Special Town Meeting. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Review, discuss, and act on feasibility study warrant article language for Special Town Meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss a $57,410 construction cost estimate for Boxwood Lane in the Hunters Hill Subdivision. The board will also review the Home Occupation Zoning Bylaw and coordinate project inspections between town permitting authorities.

• Review of $57,410 cost to complete construction for Boxwood Lane at Hunters Hill Subdivision
• Discussion of Home Occupation Zoning Bylaw
• Weston & Sampson Scope of Services for GHTJA03, LLC (Grasshopper Energy) at 893 Brook Street
• Public hearing for Special Permit Application at 833 Williams Street (David Butler)
• Discussion on coordination between Town Permitting Authorities and Project Inspections

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District will hold its regular monthly meeting to discuss a lead service line replacement inventory update from Woodard & Curran, approve warrants totaling at least $11,900, and vote on which water meters and touch-pad systems to purchase. The board will also review commercial billing collections and a house sale at 206 Lincoln Ave.

• Woodard & Curran: LSLR inventory update
• Approval of Warrant #05 for $11,900 and Warrant #06 (amount not yet stated)
• Review and vote on water meter quotes, touch pads, and compatibility
• House sale at 206 Lincoln Ave closing Oct 9; $123 due for zero usage
• Hydrant maintenance scheduled to start Oct 15 with Mass Rural Water

Library Board of Trustees

The joint Library Building Committee and Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss project updates on infrastructure, budget, grants, and community matters. They will review and potentially act on Plan B's payment request for weeks 5 and 6 of work. The board will also consider a letter from ADA Coordinator Jonathan Gale regarding accessible egresses.

• Updates on building infrastructure, budget, grants, and fundraising
• Action on Plan B's payment request for weeks 5 and 6 of work
• Letter from ADA Coordinator Jonathan Gale on accessible egresses
• Notification of Board of Selectmen fundraising subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024 meeting

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss a request to lower the speed limit on Center Street from 30 to 25 mph. The board will also review a Town Administrator contract and a list of warrant articles for a Special Town Meeting on November 14, 2024.

• Proposed speed limit reduction on Center Street from 30 mph to 25 mph
• Ratification of Town Administrator contract
• Appointment of Christine Blanchard to Dighton Housing Authority Board
• Special Town Meeting articles including a $145,533.06 ambulance lease and $75,000 cruiser
• Request from Joseph Frizado of 180 Cobbs Lane to change business hours of operation

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session to discuss strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel, specifically the Town Administrator contract. Later, they will hear presentations from the school district and Bristol County Ag High School, and vote on a speed limit reduction and a business hours change. They will also consider ratifying the Town Administrator contract and appointing a Housing Authority board member.

• Executive session for strategy on Town Administrator contract negotiations
• Elementary School Building Committee presentation by Superintendent William Runey
• Review and possible vote on speed limit reduction on Center Street
• Request to change hours of operation at 180 Cobbs Lane
• Appointment of Christine Blanchard to the Dighton Housing Authority Board

Trails Committee

The Trails Committee will meet to review budget plans for FY2025. The body will also receive updates on several active trail projects and a grant closeout.

• FY2025 Budget Plans
• Broadcove Nature Trail Boardwalk project proposal update
• DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk project update
• Pet waste dispensers at Broadcove Nature Trail update
• Town Hall Trailhead MassTrails grant closeout

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. The main item is a status update on Stonegate Landing, LLC's Phase I subdivision, including a proposed $47,892 contract with Weston & Sampson for field inspection and compliance review of stormwater and pavement. A resident's drainage issue at 947 Stonegate Landing is also noted in correspondence.

• Status update on Stonegate Estates Phase I (Somerset Ave, Map 9) compliance with approved plans
• Proposed $47,892 time-and-materials contract for Weston & Sampson peer review services (tasks include stormwater inspection, pavement engineering, document review)
• Resident complaint about flooding at 947 Stonegate Landing; developer proposed installing a catch basin
• Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for October 22, 2024

Housing Authority

The Dighton Housing Authority will consider the FY2025 budget for projects 667 and 689 (PHN 2024-13). The board will also vote on minutes from August 19, 2024, and hear reports from the executive director, treasurer, and resident services. A tenant board member appointment is on the agenda.

• FY2025 Budget (PHN 2024-13) for 667 & 689
• Minutes of Previous Meeting - August 19, 2024
• Tenant Board Member - Christine Blanchard
• Resident Services Report
• Treasurer's Report - August 2024

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee meets to approve minutes, warrants, and payroll, receive reports on enrollment and budget, and vote on a job description for a District BCBA and a donation from the Dighton Lions Club. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining with district secretaries and the teachers' association.

• Job description for District BCBA
• Donation from Dighton Lions Club to Dighton Middle and Elementary Schools
• Executive session for collective bargaining with secretaries and DRRTA
• Enrollment update and MSBA report
• Budget vs actual report

Historical Commission

This special meeting of the Dighton Historical Commission will include an informational presentation and discussion on the Mt. Hope Finishing Company and its potential listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The agenda also includes procedural items: call to order, pledge, and introductions. No other substantive business is listed.

• Mt. Hope Finishing Company National Register informational presentation and discussion

Waste Reduction Committee

The Solid Waste Committee will review a 5-year cost revenue trend analysis. The body will also discuss potential cost savings for cardboard and food waste, as well as price increases for trash bags and annual recycling fees.

• Analysis of 5-Year Cost Revenue Trends by Mr. Perry
• Solid waste disposal cost savings for cardboard and food waste
• Possibility of a Transfer Station Swap Shed
• Trash bag price increase
• Annual recycling fee

Dighton Economic Development Committee

The Dighton Development & Industrial Commission will meet to discuss and act on several economic development initiatives. Items include a proposed Home Business bylaw, a welcome mailer for new businesses, a bi-annual networking event, and a work group to update the online business guide. They will also consider videography marketing and a scheduling update to the Board of Selectmen.

• Discuss/Review proposed Home Business bylaw presentation to Dighton Planning Board
• Discuss/Review/Act on welcome mailer to new Dighton businesses
• Discuss/Review/Act Bi-Annual Dighton Business Owners Networking Event
• Discuss/Review/Act on work group to propose changes to Dighton Online Business Guide
• Discuss/Review/Act on videography marketing

Conservation Commission

The Dighton Conservation Commission will hold continued hearings on several wetland-related applications and enforcement orders. Key items include a community center project at Hunters Hill and multiple violation cases with ongoing fines. The commission will also review draft bylaw changes, certificates of compliance, and bills payable.

• Continued hearing for LBH Hunters Hill, LLC to construct a community center with parking, pool, sports courts within wetland buffer (DEP #017-0508)
• Enforcement order at 2371 County Street with daily fines of $300/day since September 2023; revised mitigation plan received August 2024
• Continued ANRAD from Carl Rebello seeking wetland confirmation at 0 Milk Street (Map 17, lots 109, 135, 208)
• Continued Notice of Intent from Grasshopper Energy for clearing 28 trees in buffer zone at 0 Brook Street (DEP #SE017-0492, tabled)
• Certificate of Compliance request from BWC Greene Brook LLC at 903 Tremont St & 624 Middle St (DEP #017-0432)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss project updates and financial reports. The body is scheduled to act on eligibility applications for the Dighton Housing Authority and a Historical Commission application for Mt. Hope Finishing regarding the National Register of Historic Places.

• Application of Eligibility: Dighton Housing Authority
• Historical Commission Application of Eligibility: Mt. Hope Finishing (National Register of Historic Places)
• CPC projects update
• Financial reports

Electric Light District

The Dighton Electric Light District will meet to approve minutes and a vendor warrant for payment. The board will discuss old business regarding solar additions to street lights, the Massachusetts Municipal Electric Association, and unapproved street lights.

• Approval of Vendor Warrant for Payment
• Discussion of solar additions to street lights
• Discussion of unapproved street lights
• Massachusetts Municipal Electric Association

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will discuss and potentially act on reimplementing a barn/animal permit, establishing prorated fees for temporary food permits, and administering a septic installer test for contractors. The board will also review a PHE Grant meeting notice and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Review/discuss/act on reimplementing barn/animal permit
• Review/discuss/act on temporary food permit prorated fees
• Review/discuss/act on septic installers test for contractors
• Review/discuss/act on PHE Grant meeting notice
• Approval of minutes from August 20 regular meeting and September 5 special meeting

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve several health-related items. Key topics include edits to the Health Agent's food identification and allergy checklist, reimplementation of barn/animal permits, and temporary food permit prorated fees. The board will also consider installer license test questions and a septic installer test for contractors.

• Review and approve edits to Health Agent Checklist for Food Identification and Allergy Items
• Approval of Installers License Test Questions
• Reimplementation of Barn/Animal Permit
• Review of Temporary Food Permit Prorated Fees
• Septic Installers Test for Contractors

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss and act on the Hero Act (Chapter 178 of the Acts 2024) and Small Commercial Exemptions for Personal Property. The board may also sign invoices and motor vehicle abatements.

• Review and action on The Hero Act Chapter 178 of the Acts 2024
• Review and action on Small Commercial Exemption for Personal Property
• Signing of Motor Vehicle Abatements (if any)
• Signing of Invoices (if any)

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Fence Viewers will discuss a boundary complaint between 2188 Cedar St and 2150 Cedar St and may schedule a site visit. The meeting also includes re-organization of the board, public input, and approval of minutes from September 2023.

• Discuss boundary complaint between 2188 Cedar St and 2150 Cedar St
• Schedule a site visit related to the boundary complaint
• Re-organize the Board of Fence Viewers
• Approve minutes from 9/20/2023

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss construction costs and modifications for the Hunters Hill Subdivision, including a proposed clubhouse and community amenities. The board will also hold a public hearing for a special permit application at 833 Williams Street.

• Hunters Hill Subdivision: Review of $57,410 cost to complete construction proposal for Boxwood Lane
• Hunters Hill Subdivision: Minor modification request for a clubhouse and community amenities
• Hunters Hill Subdivision: Form A Application for Map 21, Lots 32 and 38
• Public Hearing: Special Permit Application for 833 Williams Street (David Butler, Trustee)
• Discussion on Home Occupation Zoning Bylaw and coordination between permitting authorities and inspections

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss project reports and active project updates from Weston & Sampson, including solar and drainage projects. New business includes hearing a report on 0 Horton Street and acting upon it, as well as discussing Hunters Hill. The committee will also approve minutes from July and August 2024.

• Project reports on Brook Street Solar and MA CS/Araujo
• Active updates on Blue Wave Solar (Tremont and Middle Streets) and 102 Sonny's Way drainage
• New business: hear report and act on 0 Horton Street
• New business: Hunters Hill discussion
• Approval of minutes from July 17 and August 14, 2024

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The posted agenda contains only procedural notices and no specific discussion or decision items. The meeting is subject to revisions or additions prior to the start as allowed by law.

Dighton Elementary School Building Committee

The Dighton Elementary School Building Committee will review meeting minutes, discuss the submission timeline for the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), and consider a warrant article for a feasibility study. The meeting also includes planning for community engagement, forming subcommittees, and scheduling a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen.

• Warrant article for feasibility study
• Timeline for MSBA submission items
• Community engagement ideas and responsible members
• Formation of subcommittees
• Joint meeting with Board of Selectmen

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting to review, discuss, and possibly act on the appointment of a Town Administrator. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Review/Discuss/Act: Appointment of Town Administrator

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen is holding a debt exclusion forum to discuss a potential debt exclusion. This is a public discussion; no votes or decisions are scheduled, only an open forum for input.

• Debt Exclusion Discussion — public forum on a potential debt exclusion, no specific project or amount stated

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to conduct regular business and review previous meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to discuss and act on Town Hall bathroom drains and correspondence regarding office manager hours.

• Review of July 29, 2024 Public Hearing on Rates minutes
• Discussion and action on Town Hall bathroom drains and a 2001 letter to the Board of Selectmen
• Discussion and action on correspondence from Office Manager Curtis regarding hours on April 3, 2023
• Approval of Sewer Commissioners Payroll

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees will discuss project workstreams and budget updates. The body will review payment requests and expenditure allowances for Plan B, as well as costs for exterior wheelchair ramps and sandblasting.

• Payment request for Plan B weeks 3 and 4 of renovation work
• Plan B maximum expenditure allowance
• Cost comparison of concrete vs. conventional exterior wheelchair ramps
• Sandblasting estimate for columns and fireplace
• Proposed warrant article to reclassify Special Article 8 STM 11.16.20

The Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees jointly approved Plan B Construction's invoice of $23,677.50 for weeks 3-4 of renovation work, and voted to proceed with the new exterior wheelchair ramp using wooden materials suggested by Building Commissioner Jim Aguiar. They also approved $8,400 for sandblasting columns and fireplace, and decided to leave the Special Article 8 warrant article as is. The ADA coordinator's letter on accessible egress was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved Plan B invoice of $23,677.50 (Building Committee 8-0, Trustees 3-0)
• Approved proceeding with new exterior wheelchair ramp using wooden materials (Building Committee 8-0, Trustees 3-0)
• Approved sandblasting columns and fireplace for $8,400 (Building Committee 7-1, Trustees 3-0)
• Decided to leave Special Article 8 warrant article as is, revisit in June if needed
• Approved minutes of August 29, 2024 meeting (Building Committee 8-0, Trustees 3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates regarding 207 Main Street and its 2025 grand opening. The board will also review personnel, by-laws, and the Library Director evaluation process.

• 207 Main Street update
• 207 Main Street 2025 grand opening updates
• ADA Coordinator timesheet for Accessibility Grant work
• Library Director evaluation process update
• By-laws update

Taunton River Stewardship Council (TRSC)

The Taunton River Stewardship Council will meet to hear delegate and committee updates, including a new delegate opening in Fall River, and receive a coordinator update on the Community Grants Program covering financial status, funding requests, and the Mass Rivers Alliance Tour. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists primarily of reports and discussion items.

• Delegate update for an opening in Fall River
• Coordinator financial update for the Community Grants Program
• Discussion of funding requests
• Mass Rivers Alliance Tour update
• Next meeting scheduled for November 14, 2024

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen will conduct candidate interviews for the Town Administrator position, review and potentially act on facility requests for community events, consider appointing a member to the Housing Authority, and approve surplus items from the Council on Aging. A public forum on the Bristol-Plymouth Technical School building project is announced for September 16.

• Candidate interviews for Town Administrator: Maggie Clarke, Joseph Lopes, Ralph Vitacco
• Appointment of Christine Blanchard to Dighton Housing Authority Board
• Facility request - Prince Henry Society Family Fair and Car Show
• Facility request - Dighton Lions Club Annual Yard Sale
• Declaration of surplus items from Council on Aging (furniture, walkers, etc.)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will interview three candidates for the Town Administrator position. The board will also review facility requests for community events and a potential appointment to the Housing Authority.

• Interviews for Town Administrator: Maggie Clarke, Joseph Lopes, and Ralph Vitacco
• Recommendation to appoint Christine Blanchard to the Dighton Housing Authority Board
• Facilities request for Prince Henry Society Family Fair and Car Show
• Facilities request for Dighton Lions Club Annual Yard Sale
• Review of surplus items from the Council on Aging, including furniture and medical equipment

The Dighton Board of Selectmen approved facility requests for the Prince Henry Society Car Show and Dighton Lions Club yard sale, waived associated fees, declared surplus items from the Council on Aging, and approved multiple warrants totaling over $1 million. The board tabled the appointment of Christine Blanchard to the Dighton Housing Authority and conducted interviews for the Town Administrator position, with Selectman Pacheco recusing himself due to a perceived conflict. No action was taken on appointing Karen Tripp as Town Nurse.

• Approved Prince Henry Society Car Show facility request and waived fees (3-0)
• Approved Dighton Lions Club yard sale facility request and waived fees (3-0)
• Tabled appointment of Christine Blanchard to Dighton Housing Authority (3-0)
• Declared surplus items as presented by Council on Aging (3-0)
• Approved warrants #9A-25, #9B-25, #9C-25 totaling $412,760.73 (3-0)
• Approved warrants #10A-25 and #10B-25 totaling $420,505.00 (3-0)
• Approved warrants #11A-25 and #11B-25 totaling $301,299.77 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 21, 2024 meeting (3-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review the FY25 budget and discuss several preservation projects. The body will consider the local significance of the Mt. Hope Finishing Company area and review materials for a walking tour and historical markers.

• FY25 Budget
• Mt. Hope Finishing Company area local significance review
• Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts
• Preserving Memories of Dighton project
• Wheeler Cemetery (Dighton Cemetery #38)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the budget and discuss the Fall (Former Firecracker) Festival. Members will also address the revitalization of the Palmer St./School Lane playground and related vandalism issues.

• Budget review
• Fall (Former Firecracker) Festival
• Revitalization of Palmer St./School Lane playground
• Palmer St./School Lane vandalism issue

Water District

The Dighton Water District Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss financial conditions and superintendent reports. The board is scheduled to act on several contracts and lease agreements. New business includes planning for hydrant flushing and a special district meeting.

• AT&T Request for Proposal bid results
• Verizon Wireless Lease Agreement
• Cedar No. 1A Replacement amendments for damages and Environmental Partners Amendment No. 2
• Hydrant flushing scheduled for October 7
• Discussion on acceptable hydrants in the district

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee will consider approving minutes and warrants, receive reports from the superintendent and chairman, and hold first readings of policies on gifts/contributions and new member orientation. The committee will also discuss a job description for a district BCBA and enter executive session to negotiate with secretaries and the teachers association.

• First reading of Policy KCD on Gifts and Contributions
• First reading of Policy BIA on New School Committee Member Orientation
• Job description for District BCBA to be discussed
• Executive session for collective bargaining with D-R Secretaries and DRRTA
• Introduction of new school nurse

250th Anniversary Committee

The committee will review and discuss budget planning, including a sponsorship letter, expenses, funding, a special town meeting warrant, grants, and publicity. They will also discuss events for 2025 and 2026, including reenactment details and an informational table display.

• Review and act on sponsorship letter for fundraising
• Discuss expenses and funding sources
• Review special town meeting warrant for the 250th anniversary
• Discuss grant information and publicity
• Plan events for 2025 and 2026, including reenactment details

Commission on Disability

The Dighton Commission on Disability will meet to discuss new and old business, including an update on a request for a threshold at the lower level of Town Hall, review of a KMA report, and the ADA coordinator's report. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Update on lower level Town Hall threshold request
• Discussion of KMA report
• ADA Coordinator report
• Review and approve minutes from 8-1-2024

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health is holding a special meeting to interview Karen Tripp for the Public Health Nurse position and to reorganize the board by assigning a clerk and a member. The board will also review and possibly act on an Accounting Signature Authorization Form. The meeting is open to the public and available via Zoom.

• Public Health Nurse Interview: Karen Tripp
• Reorganize Board: Assign Clerk and Member
• Review/Discuss/Act: Accounting Signature Authorization Form

The Dighton Board of Health unanimously recommended Karen Tripp for the position of Public Health Nurse to the Board of Selectmen. The board also reorganized, appointing Tammy Mello as Clerk and Vincent Hebert as a member, and designated Barbara Catabia as primary signatory on the accounting authorization form with Tammy Mello as alternate. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended Karen Tripp as Public Health Nurse (unanimous)
• Appointed Tammy Mello as Clerk (unanimous)
• Appointed Vincent Hebert as member (unanimous)
• Named Barbara Catabia primary signatory, Tammy Mello alternate (unanimous)

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District Water Department is meeting on September 4, 2024. Officials will discuss approval of minutes and warrants, billings including a house sale at 207 Forest St., and receive administrative and superintendent reports. Key items include a tentative tax hearing set for November 20 and capital improvement ideas for FY2025 free-cash and FY2026 budget planning. Correspondence from Taunton about TTHM results and upcoming flushing is also noted.

• House sale at 207 Forest St. closed August 23; $137.37 to collect for 200 cu ft used
• Tentative tax hearing set for November 20
• Capital improvement ideas for FY2025 free-cash special meeting & FY2026 budget planning
• Woodard & Curran submitted 1st invoice; working on mailer
• Taunton forwarded TTHM results; flushing planned soon

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee will meet jointly to discuss project workstreams including building infrastructure, budget, grants, and community updates. The meeting includes a proposed warrant article to reclassify funds from a previous special town meeting (Special Article 8, STM 11.16.20) to apply to renovations at 207 Main Street, and a consideration of a payment contract for Plan B Construction. Subcommittees will be formed and minutes from the August 22 meeting will be approved.

• Proposed warrant article to reclassify Special Article 8 STM 11.16.20 renovations to apply to 207 Main Street
• Plan B Construction payment contract
• Updates on building infrastructure, budget, grants, and community information
• Formation of subcommittees
• Approval of minutes from August 22, 2024 meeting

The Dighton Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees jointly met and approved the first invoice from PlanB Construction for $21,240.71, with unanimous votes in both bodies. They also formed a fundraising subcommittee and discussed project updates, including HVAC grant deadline extension and ADA access concerns.

• Approved $21,240.71 PlanB Construction invoice (Building Committee 7-0)
• Approved $21,240.71 PlanB Construction invoice (Trustees 3-0)
• Formed fundraising subcommittee with Ron O'Connor, Ken Pacheco, Mark Procknik, Marc Tavares (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 meeting (Building Committee 6-0-1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 meeting (Trustees 3-0)

Historical Commission

The Dighton Historical Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the Mt. Hope Finishing Company Area Form, including a letter and meeting with area property owners. They will also review a survey update for the Board of Selectmen and discuss survey notebooks. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Review/Discuss Mt. Hope Finishing Company Area Form and related correspondence with property owners
• Review/Discuss survey update for Board of Selectmen
• Review/Discuss Survey Notebooks

Board of Assessors

The Dighton Board of Assessors will discuss the Dighton Development and Industrial Commission's (DDIC) personal property exemption as old business. New business includes signing invoices, motor vehicle abatements, and approving the Warrant/Commitment for the first half of FY2025 Sewer Enterprise Bill. The board will also review minutes from April 24, June 5, and August 7, 2024, including an executive session.

• Discussion of DDIC Personal Property Exemption
• Approval of Warrant/Commitment for 1st Half FY2025 Sewer Enterprise Bill
• Signing of motor vehicle abatements (if any)
• Review of minutes from 4/24/24, 6/5/24, 8/7/24 (including executive session)
• Signing of invoices (if any)

The Board of Assessors voted unanimously to recommend that the Board of Selectmen adopt the Small Business Exemption (G.L. c. 59, § 5, Clause 54) with a $10,000 threshold, which would exempt qualifying small commercial personal property from taxation. The board also approved motor vehicle abatements for 2023 and 2024, and signed the FY2025 Sewer Enterprise Bill warrant. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended adoption of Small Business Exemption with $10,000 threshold (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Motor Vehicle Abatements totaling $89.82 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Motor Vehicle Abatements totaling $2,409.31 (unanimous)
• Signed Warrant/Commitment for 1st Half FY2025 Sewer Enterprise Bill for $156,049.02 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for 4/24/24, 4/4/24 exec session, 6/5/24, and 8/7/24 (unanimous)

Cable Television Committee

The Dighton Cable Television Committee will hold a regular meeting on August 28, 2024. They are set to review and possibly act on a request from Rehoboth for assistance with an invoice for recording equipment upgrades, a quote from Ockers Technologies, Comcast service upgrades, and setup for a Special Town Meeting.

• Review/Discuss/Act: Rehoboth request for Dighton TV 9 to assist with invoice for recording equipment upgrades for Dighton-Rehoboth School Committee Meetings
• Review/Discuss/Act: Ockers Technologies Quote
• Review/Discuss/Act: Comcast service upgrades
• Review/Discuss: Special Town Meeting setup
• Approve the Minutes of the Dighton TV 9 Regular Meeting of March 6, 2024

The Dighton Cable Television Committee approved three expenditures: a $31,058.75 server with 40TB storage, a $1,519.75 payment toward Rehoboth's equipment for school committee meeting recordings, and a $268.54/month Comcast contract. They also discussed but took no action on a Dropbox subscription and Special Town Meeting setup plans.

• Approved $31,058.75 server installation with 40TB storage (unanimous)
• Approved $1,519.75 payment for half of Rehoboth's equipment/installation costs, excluding streaming (unanimous)
• Approved $268.54/month Comcast Business contract with basic cable box (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Dighton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to review a status update on Phase I of the Stonegate Landing development off Somerset Ave. The update includes a site visit report from Weston & Sampson identifying stormwater drainage problems such as missing catch basins, ponding at Eagle Terrace and 947 Stonegate Landing, and overgrown basins. The board may discuss or take action on these findings. Routine items include organizing the board and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Status update on Stonegate Landing Phase I stormwater infrastructure
• Site visit report lists missing catch basins (CB19, CB20) in access drive
• Ponding noted at Eagle Terrace cul-de-sac and rear yard of 947 Stonegate Landing
• Stormwater basins 1, 2, and 3 found overgrown or not functioning as designed
• Recommendation to expose manholes, inspect chambers, and perform final paving

The Dighton Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on August 27, 2024, to discuss the Stonegate Landing development. No formal votes were taken on the substantive issues; the board advised the developer to obtain recommendations from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding a proposed emergency access gate, and to seek approvals from the Highway Superintendent for winter paving. The board also noted that several proposed changes (eliminating the school bus turnaround, sidewalk, street trees, and Phase B) would require a modification to the Comprehensive Permit, which would need a public hearing. The board approved the minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 23, 2024 (5-0)
• Adjourned at 8:27 PM (5-0)
• Advised developer to get Police/Fire Chief recommendation on emergency access gate
• Advised developer to get Highway Superintendent approval for winter paving
• Noted that eliminating school bus turnaround requires Comprehensive Permit modification
• Noted that eliminating sidewalk requires Comprehensive Permit modification
• Noted that replacing street trees with solar lights requires Comprehensive Permit modification
• Noted that removing Phase B requires Comprehensive Permit modification

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee will meet to review payroll and personnel updates. The committee will hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for district secretaries and the DRRTA.

• Review of Special Education Coordinator - District Job Description
• Discussion of DR Hoopsters Banner Sponsorships
• Donation of 10 Carrier OptiClean units for districtwide use
• Introduction of Director of Technology and Operations and Dighton Middle School Assistant Principal
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining with DRRTA and district secretaries

Dighton Elementary School Building Committee

The committee will meet to review the project timeline and resources. Members will also discuss their attendance at a September Board of Selectmen meeting.

• Review of July 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of project timeline and resources
• Planning for SBC attendance at September Board of Selectmen meeting

Dighton Economic Development Committee

The Dighton Development & Industrial Commission will discuss proposed revisions to the Home Business bylaw, consider a name change, and review correspondence with the Board of Assessors regarding a personal property tax bylaw. They will also act on a marketing tri-fold pamphlet, a potential commission website, and a welcome mailer to new businesses. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June and July.

• Discuss/review proposed Home Business bylaw revisions
• Discuss/review letter to Board of Assessors regarding personal property tax bylaw
• Discuss/review/act on marketing tri-fold pamphlet
• Discuss/review/act on potential DDIC website
• Discuss/review/act on commission name change

The Dighton Development and Industrial Commission voted unanimously to purchase the URL www.dightonbusiness.com as a redirect to the town's existing commission page, at a cost not exceeding $100. They also decided to request a name change for the commission from the Board of Selectmen, though no specific name was chosen. The board discussed a personal property tax exemption, with members inclined to support a $10,000 limit, and reviewed a draft marketing pamphlet with edits still pending.

• Approved purchase of www.dightonbusiness.com as redirect URL, cost not to exceed $100 (unanimous)
• Decided to request commission name change from Board of Selectmen (no name selected)
• Accepted corrected meeting minutes for June 24, 2024 and July 22, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:34 pm (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee meet jointly to discuss project updates, including building infrastructure, budget, grants, and community information. They will consider forming a fundraising subcommittee and a proposed warrant article to reclassify renovations from a previous special town meeting to apply to 207 Main Street. The board also addresses a payment contract with Plan B Construction and the purchase of a second storage unit, plus approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Proposed warrant article to reclassify Special Article 8 STM 11.16.20 renovations to apply to 207 Main Street
• Plan B Construction payment contract
• Purchase of second storage unit
• Formation of fundraising subcommittee
• Building infrastructure and budget updates

The Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees met jointly. The Building Committee voted unanimously to rent a second storage unit to house an upcoming shelving delivery. The Committee also discussed construction progress at 207 Main Street, including recommendations for a wooden exterior wheelchair ramp and historic porch design, but took no formal votes on those items. The Board of Trustees approved the minutes of the August 15, 2024 meeting.

• Approved renting a second storage unit (6-0)
• Approved Building Committee minutes of Aug 8 and Aug 15, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Library Trustees minutes of Aug 15, 2024 (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on David Butler's special permit application for 833 Williams Street (Map 8, Lots 20 and 21). The board will also discuss and potentially act on the Hunters Hill subdivision road name change, a $2,990 bond calculation proposal from Weston & Sampson, and a scope of services for the Grasshopper Energy solar stormwater basin at 893 Brook Street. Other business includes reviewing water/drainage issues at 14 Maris Lane and discussing a home occupation zoning bylaw.

• Public hearing on special permit application by David Butler, Trustee of The Butler Family Irrevocable Trust, for 833 Williams Street.
• Hunters Hill Subdivision: proposed road name change for part of Miranda Way, with public safety concerns from Fire and Building departments.
• Weston & Sampson proposal for Hunters Hill construction bond calculation at a budget of $2,990.
• Grasshopper Energy (GHTJA03, LLC) stormwater basin scope of services from Weston & Sampson for 893 Brook Street solar array.
• Discussion of potential home occupation zoning bylaw amendment.

Housing Authority

The Dighton Housing Authority will meet to discuss fiscal year-end certifications and operating statements. The board will review a funding amendment and a bid for heat pump installation at the Community Building.

• Air Source Heat Pump Installation at Community Building bid from Centerline Mechanical LLC for $130,000
• Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 5001-Amendment #19 for $116,146
• FYE 6/30/2024 Certification of the Top 5 Salary and Compensation
• FYE 6/30/2024 Certification of Lead Notification
• 760 CMR 6.00 Changes effective June 7, 2024

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session to discuss litigation and real estate matters, including the Zeneca Land Donation and a Host Community Agreement, then return to open session for appointments, presentations, and potential votes. Key items include a presentation on a debt exclusion for the Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School project (Dighton's estimated share $25–27 million), ratification of the 911 Dispatchers Memorandum of Understanding, and action on scheduling a special town meeting. The board will also consider appointments to the Board of Health, Conservation Commission, and Stormwater Committee, as well as a temporary librarian hire at $24.27/hour.

• Executive session to discuss strategy on Zeneca Land Donation (real estate) and Host Community Agreement (collective bargaining/litigation)
• Ratification of 911 Dispatchers Memorandum of Understanding
• Presentation by Unibank on debt exclusion for Bristol-Plymouth school project (Dighton share $25–27M, $910K/year for 30 years)
• Review and possible action on Special Town Meeting warrant and schedule (likely for debt exclusion vote)
• Request to hire part-time temporary tech services librarian at $24.27/hour for three months

The Dighton Board of Selectmen made several appointments and approvals, including appointing Vincent Hebert to the Board of Health and approving a revised Town Nurse job description. They also approved a part-time library staff hire, accepted a donation to Parks and Recreation, and ratified a 911 dispatchers MOU. The board approved multiple warrants and signed the 2024 State Primary warrant.

• Appointed Vincent Hebert to Board of Health (3-0)
• Approved Town Nurse job description with requested change (3-0)
• Approved Health Agent job description at 28 hours/week (2-1, Pacheco no)
• Approved part-time clerical hire for library (3-0)
• Accepted donation to Parks and Recreation (3-0)
• Ratified 911 Dispatchers MOU (3-0)
• Approved warrants #5A-25 through #8B-25 totaling over $3.9M (3-0 each)
• Signed 2024 State Primary warrant and approved two police officers (3-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen will hold executive sessions on collective bargaining and real estate, then convene open session for appointments, updates on the town administrator search and new library, a debt exclusion presentation, and several action items including ratification of the 911 dispatchers memorandum of understanding and scheduling a special town meeting.

• Executive session to discuss strategy on 911 dispatchers MOU, Zeneca land donation, and host community agreement
• Ratification of 911 dispatchers memorandum of understanding
• Debt exclusion presentation by Unibank
• Appointment of select board member as municipal representative to school committee for collective bargaining
• Acknowledgement of $20,000 donation to Parks and Recreation from Dave and Kate Oliveira

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Dighton Parks and Recreation Commission will review its budget and discuss several projects, including an update on the courts project, the Firecracker Festival, a donation from the Oliveira family, and the dedication and revitalization of the Palmer St./School Lane playground. The meeting will also include approving previous minutes and public input.

• Budget review
• Courts project update
• Firecracker Festival discussion
• Donation from the Oliveira Family
• Dedication and revitalization of Palmer St./School Lane playground

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will reorganize at its regular meeting, then address overdue trash bag vendor balances, potential health concerns from farming activities at 2651 Pleasant Street, and a proposal to remove the six-month extension for temporary food permits. The board will also consider a kennel license waiver, recommend a tobacco enforcement officer, and make multiple appointments to regional committees.

• Reorganize the Board of Health (elect chair, etc.)
• Review/discuss/act on overdue trash bag vendor balances
• Potential health concerns regarding farming activities at 2651 Pleasant St
• Temporary food permit process – remove six-month extension
• Recommend Jennifer Do-feixeira as Dighton Tobacco Enforcer

The Dighton Board of Health held a special meeting and unanimously approved several items, including a kennel license waiver for 119 Sonnys Way, a new vendor agreement, and job descriptions for the Public Health Nurse and Health Agent. The board also recommended Jennifer Do-Teixeira as the town's tobacco enforcer and voted to remove the six-month extension for temporary food permits, making them one-time use. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved kennel license waiver for 119 Sonnys Way (unanimous)
• Recommended Jennifer Do-Teixeira as Dighton tobacco enforcer (unanimous)
• Approved Public Health Nurse job description to send to Selectman (unanimous)
• Approved Health Agent job description to send to Selectman (unanimous)
• Approved new vendor agreement to send to Selectman (unanimous)
• Removed six-month extension for temporary food permits, making them one-time use (unanimous)
• Approved signature authorization form for Tammy Mello (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 18, July 10, and June 16 meetings (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee will hold a joint meeting to review and potentially act on 100% design drawings for the library project. They will also discuss project management, a 207 Main Street project update, and various workstreams including budget and grants. The meeting is hybrid at Old Town Hall.

• Review and act on 100% design drawings for the library building project
• Review and act on MMT and project management
• Update on 207 Main Street project at August 21 Selectmen meeting
• Budget and grants/fundraising updates
• Approve minutes of August 8, 2024 meeting

The Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees jointly accepted the 100% design drawings for the 207 Main Street project, allowing field modifications as needed. They also approved paying MMT's $39,909 invoice from a special article. The committees discussed project updates, including Plan B construction starting and potential grant extensions, but took no other formal votes.

• Accepted 100% design drawings as submitted by MMT (Building Committee 7-0, Trustees 3-0)
• Approved payment of MMT's $39,909 invoice from Special Article ATM 6/5/23-15207 MAINST (Building Committee 7-0, Trustees 3-0)
• Trustees approved minutes of August 8, 2024 meeting (3-0, with one abstention)
• Building Committee did not approve August 8 minutes due to lack of quorum

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold continued hearings on several wetland resource area delineations (ANRADs) and Notices of Intent, including a major energy storage project at 0 Maynard Lane and a community center at Hunters Hill. They will also review draft bylaw changes, enforcement orders for multiple properties, and administrative items such as new laptop purchases. Decisions on these applications and ongoing violations are expected.

• Continued ANRAD hearing for Dean Smith/New Leaf Dighton Energy Storage 1 LLC at 0 Maynard Lane (DEP #SE017-0476)
• Continued NOI hearing for LBH Hunters Hill, LLC community center with pool and sports courts at Hunters Hill ($6,415 received)
• New NOI hearing for Alexander Ribeiro single-family dwelling at 0 Tiger Lily Road
• Draft Dighton Conservation Commission Bylaw Changes
• Enforcement updates: 2371 County Street ($300/day fines on hold) and 880 Hart Street (restoration plan due 8/30/24)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review prior meeting minutes, financial reports, and old business including project updates and signage. New business includes approving $875 in annual dues to the Community Preservation Coalition. A key discussion item is the application of eligibility from the Dighton Housing Authority.

• Review and act on application of eligibility from Dighton Housing Authority
• Approve Community Preservation Coalition annual dues of $875
• Review CPC project updates and project signage
• Approve prior meeting minutes

The Dighton Community Preservation Committee approved several expenditures: up to $105 for ten yard signs, up to $200 for six indoor plaques, and $875 for annual Community Preservation Coalition dues. Prior meeting minutes from May and July 2024 were also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from May 16, 2024 and July 18, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of ten yard signs not to exceed $105 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of six indoor plaques not to exceed $200 (unanimous)
• Approved $875 for Community Preservation Coalition annual dues (unanimous)

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee will meet to discuss and act on a modification request for the Brook Street Solar Basin. The body will also receive updates on active projects and drainage modifications.

• Brook Street Solar Basin Modification Request
• Blue Wave Solar projects at Tremont and Middle Streets
• MA CS (Araujo's) project update
• 0 Elm Street-Emond Plumbing Building Project update
• Sonny's Way drainage modification request

Council on Aging

This is a regular meeting of the Dighton Council on Aging. The agenda contains only the meeting notice with place, date, and time; no specific items for discussion or decision are listed. The meeting is likely routine business or administrative updates.

The Dighton Council on Aging met on August 14, 2024, and approved the minutes of the previous meeting, the Director's Report, and the Director's contract, all by unanimous vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a budget report and public input.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Director's Report (unanimous)
• Approved Director's contract (unanimous)

Town Clerk

The Dighton Town Clerk will conduct a public test of election equipment for the upcoming September 3 state primary. Staff will test 50 ballots of each party through all four OS 200 Optical Scanners, as well as memory cards and Automark Ballot Marking Equipment. This is a routine procedural step to verify equipment accuracy before Election Day.

• Test 50 ballots of each party through 4 OS 200 Optical Scanners
• Test original and spare memory cards
• Test Automark Ballot Marking Equipment

Historical Commission

The Dighton Historical Commission will review a contract and proposals for National Register nominations as follow-up with Stacy Spies. The board will also consider the FY25 budget, discuss preserving memories of Dighton, and review a walking tour pamphlet and historical marker. Additionally, they will discuss the 2024 Massachusetts Historic Preservation Conference and receive reports from the CPC, Library Building Committee, and America's 250th Anniversary.

• Review contract and proposals for National Register nominations with Stacy Spies
• FY25 Budget discussion
• Preserving Memories of Dighton project
• Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts
• Historical Marker discussion

The Dighton Historical Commission voted to accept a proposal for a National Register nomination for the Mt. Hope Finishing Company, and will update the Board of Selectmen in September. The commission also approved sending representatives to the 2024 Massachusetts Historic Preservation Conference. Several items, including the Preserving Memories project and walking tour pamphlet, were tabled to next month.

• Accepted proposal for Mt. Hope Finishing Company National Register nomination (moved by Delfin, seconded by Olsen)
• Approved sending committee representatives to 2024 Massachusetts Historic Preservation Conference (moved by Olsen, seconded by Allie)
• Accepted July 9, 2024 minutes as amended (moved by Olsen, seconded by Allie)
• Tabled Preserving Memories of Dighton project to next meeting
• Tabled Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts to next meeting
• Tabled reorganization of Commission officer positions to next meeting

Water District

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss water source exploration and infrastructure projects. The board will consider actions on a water moratorium, meter pit regulations, and AT&T bid results.

• Cedar #3 Well Redevelopment and Cedar #1A Replacement amendment
• Water Source Exploration at Tanglewood Drive
• Decision on Water Moratorium
• AT&T Request for Proposal bid results
• Executive sessions regarding personnel contract negotiations and PFAS litigation

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee will first meet in executive session to discuss security deployment strategy, then reconvene in open session to consider approval of meeting minutes, warrants, and payroll. Action items include two residential waiver requests, a contract with ArxEd, a surplus agreement with the Town of Rehoboth, surplus items for career and technical education programs, and two donations to high school athletics. Public input and reports from the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC), superintendent, chairman, and business administrator are also scheduled.

• Executive session to discuss security personnel and device deployment strategy
• Two residential waiver applications for school attendance
• Approval of an ArxEd contract (no dollar amount specified)
• Town of Rehoboth surplus agreement approval
• Donations to Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Athletics (two separate donations)

Library Board of Trustees

The joint meeting of the Library Building Committee and Library Board of Trustees will review 100% design drawings, receive an update on MMT and project management, and discuss proposed workstreams covering building infrastructure, budget, grants, and community updates. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Review, comment, input on 100% design drawings
• Update regarding MMT and project management
• Discuss proposed workstreams: building infrastructure, budget, grants and fundraising, community updates
• Approve minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting

The Dighton Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees met jointly and reviewed the 100% design drawings from MMT. The committee decided to postpone any decision on paying MMT's final invoice or renewing their contract until the next meeting, when Building Commissioner Jim Aguiar can review the plans. The minutes of the August 1, 2024 meeting were approved by both bodies.

• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting (Building Committee: 4-0-2 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting (Trustees: 2-0)
• Tabled decision on MMT final invoice payment until next meeting
• Tabled decision on MMT contract renewal until next meeting
• Agreed to form four workstreams: building infrastructure, budget, fundraising, community updates

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to receive updates on the 207 Main Street project, including a presentation scheduled for the August 21 Selectmen meeting. They will also discuss library hours for Labor Day weekend on Saturday, August 31, along with personnel, by-laws, and the library director evaluation process.

• 207 Main Street project update and presentation at August 21 Selectmen meeting
• Library hours for Labor Day weekend (Saturday, August 31)
• ARIS update (library system software)
• By-laws update
• Library director evaluation process update

The Dighton Public Library Board of Trustees voted to submit a letter to the Board of Selectmen recommending the hire of a temporary Technical Services Librarian to cover a medical leave. They also voted to close the library on Saturday, August 31, for Labor Day weekend. The board received updates on the 207 Main Street renovation, including that design drawings are complete and the project may not be ready for move-in until August 2025.

• Approved submitting letter to Selectmen recommending temporary Technical Services Librarian (2-0)
• Approved closing library on Saturday August 31 for Labor Day weekend (2-0)
• Approved minutes of July 11, 2024 meeting (2-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to process financial commitments and review a consulting contract. The body will also discuss a PILOT agreement for a specific property and an email regarding personal property exemptions.

• MV Commitment 2024-3 for $104,121.58
• MV Commitment 2024-4 for $65,584.28
• PILOT Agreement update for 38 North, 2320 Williams St.
• Consulting contract with RS Assessing Services, LLC
• Dighton Development and Industrial Commission email on Personal Property Exemption

Electric Light District

The Dighton Electric Light District will meet to review unapproved street lights and the addition of solar to street lights. The board will also discuss the Massachusetts Municipal Electric Association.

• Review of unapproved street lights with Matthew Costa of Gay & Gay
• Discussion on adding solar to street lights
• Massachusetts Municipal Electric Association
• Approval of vendor warrant for payment

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District Water Department will hold a monthly meeting on August 7, 2024, at 340 Forest St. Items include approval of minutes from July 17 and approval of warrants (amount not yet stated). The board will discuss billings for August commercial accounts totaling $2,214.20 and a house sale at 28 Forest St for $279.31. The administrator reports on a new bank account for LSLR Grant Funds, the signed grant agreement, and a completed workman's comp payroll audit with a $179 refund.

• August commercial bills: $2,214.20 for 28 days, 21,400 cu ft
• House sale at 28 Forest St closed Aug 2: $279.31 for 2,300 cu ft
• New bank account opened with Baycoast for LSLR Grant Funds
• Signed LSLR Grant Agreement with State Treasury
• Capital Improvement Plan to be prepared for next meeting

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will meet to discuss and act upon the Open Space & Recreation Plan 2021-2028 action items. The body will also review priorities for open space action items.

• Review and action on Open Space & Recreation Plan 2021-2028 Action Items
• Review and action on Open Space Action Item Priorities
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 3, February 7, and July 3, 2024

The Open Space Committee reviewed action items from the 2021-2028 Open Space & Recreation Plan, identifying which ones it could lead or support. It created a subcommittee to organize a town cleanup event, appointed members to it, and scheduled a joint meeting with other committees. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no major funding or policy decisions.

• Created Dighton Cleanup Day Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Appointed Jonathan Gale and Leonard Hull to cleanup subcommittee (unanimous)
• Scheduled joint meeting with Parks & Rec Commission and Trails Committee (unanimous)
• Tabled Open Space Action Item Priorities to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 1/3, 2/7, and 7/3 meetings (unanimous)

250th Anniversary Committee

The committee is meeting to plan the town's 250th anniversary celebrations. Discussions will focus on budget planning, funding, and scheduling events for 2025 and 2026.

• Budget planning including sponsorship letters, expenses, and grant information
• Planning for an informational table at the November 3 Arts Festival
• Event planning for 2025 and 2026
• Reenactment details and Dighton's Revolutionary Soldiers
• Updates to community groups and contacts

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee are holding a joint meeting to review the 30% design drawings for the library project, discuss progress by the design firm MMT, and explore additional fundraising opportunities. They will also approve the minutes from the July 25 meeting.

• Review 30% design drawings for library project
• Review, comment, input on MMT's progress
• Discuss additional fundraising opportunities
• Approve minutes of July 25, 2024 meeting

The Library Building Committee and Library Board of Trustees jointly voted to authorize Interim Town Administrator Jim Purcell to call MMT on August 1 to express dissatisfaction and to terminate the contract if MMT fails to meet its August 2 deadline for 100% drawings. The votes were unanimous in both bodies. The boards also approved the July 25 meeting minutes with a date correction and discussed fundraising opportunities.

• Authorized Interim Town Administrator to call MMT and terminate contract if Aug. 2 deadline missed (Building Committee 8-0)
• Authorized Interim Town Administrator to call MMT and terminate contract if Aug. 2 deadline missed (Trustees 3-0)
• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes with date correction (Building Committee 6-0)
• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes with date correction (Trustees 3-0)

Commission on Disability

The Dighton Commission on Disability is holding a regular public meeting with items including new and old business, an ADA coordinator report, discussion of a KMA report, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting. No major decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of KMA report
• Review and approve minutes from 7-11-2024
• ADA Coordinator report
• New Business and Old Business
• Public input opportunity

Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee will discuss and potentially act on eligibility guidelines, award amounts, and an application draft for the Senior & Disabled Voluntary Tax Contribution Assistance Fund. They will also review the fund balance, recent contributions, and ways to promote awareness, along with a request to the Selectmen to modify the tax mailing insert.

• Review/discuss/act on eligibility guidelines, application window, and minimum/maximum award amounts
• Develop rough draft of application for tax assistance
• Review fund balance and recent contributions
• Identify ways to promote awareness of the voluntary tax contribution fund
• Request to Board of Selectmen to modify municipal tax mailing insert

Sewer Commission

The Dighton Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a public hearing to set sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting includes open discussion, public comment, and a vote on rate motions before returning to the regular session.

• Public hearing to set sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2025

The Dighton Sewer Commission held a public hearing with no public input and voted to increase sewer rates for FY 2025 by $5.00 per billing (or $10.00 annually) across all customer classes. The motion was made by Mark Nicora, seconded by Robert Woods, and passed unanimously. Usage rates remain unchanged for all classes.

• Approved FY2025 sewer rate increase of $5.00 per billing ($10.00 annually) for all classes (unanimous)
• Residential base rate increased from $125.00 to $130.00 per unit; usage rate unchanged at $0.026 per cubic foot (with 20% residential discount)
• Large Industry base rate increased from $170.00 to $175.00 per unit; usage fee unchanged at $0.058 per cubic foot
• Small Industry base rate increased from $170.00 to $175.00 per unit; usage fee unchanged at $0.051 per cubic foot
• Commercial base rate increased from $135.00 to $140.00 per unit; usage fee unchanged at $0.028 per cubic foot
• Municipal base rate increased from $135.00 to $140.00 per unit; usage fee unchanged at $0.028 per cubic foot
• Closed public hearing and returned to regular meeting at 5:20 PM (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Dighton Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a public hearing to set sewer rates, discuss a connection permit for 281 Tremont Street, and consider correspondence about an office manager's change in hours. The board will also meet with GHD Engineering regarding power plant station rehabilitation.

• Public hearing to set sewer rates
• Discussion and action on connection permit for 281 Tremont Street
• Discussion of correspondence from Office Manager Curtis re: change in hours on April 3, 2023
• Meeting with GHD Engineering for Power Plant Station Rehabilitation

The Dighton Sewer Commission approved a sewer connection permit for 281 Tremont Street, which involved a small repair connecting a new addition to the existing sewer line. Correspondence was tabled until the next meeting for further input. The commission also discussed ARPA funding options for the pump station and received the superintendent's report on maintenance issues.

• Approved connection permit for 281 Tremont Street (all in favor)
• Tabled correspondence until next meeting (all in favor)
• Accepted June 24, 2024 minutes (all in favor)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Building Committee and Library Board of Trustees will hold a joint hybrid meeting to discuss the library building project. The main items are a review of 30% design drawings and acting on recommendations for interior finishes from a prior meeting. The group will also plan outreach regarding progress at 207 Main Street and approve past meeting minutes.

• Review, comment, input on 30% design drawings
• Review/discuss/act on recommendations from July 18th meeting for interior finishes
• Outreach and PR regarding 207 Main Street progress
• Approve minutes of July 16, 2024 and July 18, 2024 meetings

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider appointments for a part-time public dispatcher and two special police officers, and discuss signage related to a 'No Parking' bylaw. Other business includes filling a Board of Health vacancy, approving job descriptions for town nurse and health agent, and entering executive session to prepare for contract negotiations with non-union personnel.

• Appointment of Lexi Katz as Part-Time Public Dispatcher
• Appointment of Adam Crook and Stephen McKenna as Special Police Officers
• Review and possible action on signs to accommodate 'No Parking' bylaw
• Appointment of a member to the Board of Health (Old Business)
• Executive session for negotiations with non-union personnel (Administrative Assistant and HR Coordinator)

The Board of Selectmen approved the purchase of 100 'No Parking' signs for Williams Street at a cost of $9,000, contingent on Attorney General approval of the bylaw. They also appointed Lexi Katz as a part-time public dispatcher and Adam Crook and Stephen McKenna as special police officers. The board accepted amended job descriptions for Town Nurse and Health Agent, and approved a $2,500 contract with Stacy E. Spies for historic preservation work. Several other items were tabled, including a Board of Health appointment and an ethics disclosure for Megan Kearns.

• Approved purchase of 100 'No Parking' signs for Williams Street, $9,000, contingent on AG approval (2-0)
• Appointed Lexi Katz as Part-Time Public Dispatcher (2-0)
• Appointed Adam Crook as Special Police Officer (2-0)
• Appointed Stephen McKenna as Special Police Officer (2-0)
• Accepted Town Nurse job description as amended (2-0)
• Accepted Health Agent job description as amended (2-0)
• Accepted contract with Stacy E. Spies for historic preservation, $2,500 (2-0)
• Tabled Board of Health member appointment (2-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Dighton Board of Selectmen will hold a regular meeting on July 24, 2024. Action items include appointing a part-time Public Safety Dispatcher and two Special Police Officers, discussing signs to enforce the 'No Parking' bylaw, and considering job descriptions for a Town Nurse and Health Agent. The board will also vote on a contract for a Historic Preservation Consultant and enter executive session for non-union personnel negotiations.

• Appointment of Lexi Katz as part-time Public Safety Dispatcher
• Appointment of Adam Crook and Stephen McKenna as Special Police Officers (McKenna for detail work only)
• Discussion and possible action on signs for 'No Parking' bylaw with Highway Superintendent Tom Ferry
• New business: job descriptions and postings for Town Nurse and Health Agent
• Historical Commission contract with Stacy E. Spies as Historic Preservation Consultant

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance application for a property at 281 Tremont Street. The applicant is seeking a side yard setback variance to allow for the construction of an accessory apartment.

• Public hearing for Benjamin Newberry regarding a 9.3-foot side yard setback variance at 281 Tremont Street (Map 9, Lot 33)
• Variance application fee of $750.00

The Dighton Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Benjamin Newberry to build an accessory apartment with a 9.3-inch side yard setback at 281 Tremont Street (Map 9, Lot 33). The vote was unanimous (3-0) among the voting members, with one member recused as an abutter. The board found the applicant proved hardship and acted in good faith. The board also approved the June 25, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved variance for accessory apartment at 281 Tremont St (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of June 25, 2024 (unanimous)

Dighton Elementary School Building Committee

The Dighton Elementary School Building Committee is meeting to approve the Educational Profile Questionnaire (EPQ), a key step in the Massachusetts School Building Authority process. They will also review updated enrollment projections and set milestone dates for the project.

• Review and approval of the Educational Profile Questionnaire (EPQ)
• Review of updated enrollment projection data
• Establishment of a meeting schedule for the committee
• Review of milestone dates for the MSBA project timeline

Dighton Economic Development Committee

The Dighton Development & Industrial Commission will hold a regular meeting to review updates on home business bylaw revisions and business spotlight interviews. The committee will also discuss and act on additional plans for 2024.

• Update on proposed Home Business bylaw revisions
• Update on Business Spotlight interviews
• Discussion and action on additional 2024 plans

The Dighton Development and Industrial Commission met on July 22, 2024, and discussed several items but made no major decisions. The update on proposed home business bylaw revisions was moved to the August Planning Board meeting. The committee also discussed a letter to the Board of Assessors about a business personal property tax exemption, but postponed it pending cost information from the Treasurer/Collector. A motion to accept the corrected April 22, 2024 meeting minutes passed unanimously.

• Moved home business bylaw update to August Planning Board meeting
• Postponed letter to Board of Assessors on personal property tax exemption pending cost data
• Approved corrected April 22, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District is holding an emergency meeting to discuss infrastructure and operational concerns. The board will also consider a motion to enter executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation related to the Superintendent position. The meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2024, at 7:00 PM at 340 Forest Street.

• Discuss infrastructure and operation concerns
• Motion to enter executive session under MGL Ch. 30A, Sec. 21(a)(3) for collective bargaining or litigation strategy
• Executive session specifically addresses the Superintendent position
• Agenda subject to amendment prior to the meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee are holding a joint meeting to review and provide input on 30% design drawings for the library building project. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and set the next meeting date.

• Review, comment, and input on 30% design drawings for the library project
• Approve minutes of July 16, 2024 meeting
• Set next meeting date

The Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees met jointly and reviewed the 30% design drawings for the library project. The committee made decisions on interior finishes, including paint colors, flooring materials, and lighting for various rooms. Both bodies voted to table approval of the July 16, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Selected neutral white paint for interior walls
• Chose neutral carpet squares for Entryway, Teen Room, and Circulation area
• Retained hardwood floors in Main Hall shelving section and Reading Room
• Selected bolder carpet squares for Children's Room, possibly with designs
• Chose wood vinyl flooring for Program Room, staff break room, and staff office
• Tabled approval of July 16, 2024 Building Committee minutes (6-0)
• Tabled approval of July 16, 2024 Library Trustees minutes (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Dighton Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to review and act on several continued hearings, including an ANRAD application for an energy storage facility at 0 Maynard Lane, and new hearings for a community center at Hunters Hill and a barn at Maple Swamp Road. The commission will also discuss draft bylaw changes and enforcement orders for multiple properties.

• Continued hearing for ANRAD by Dean Smith/New Leaf/Dighton Energy Storage 1 LLC at 0 Maynard Lane (Map 1, Lots 82, 82-7, 96) with peer review reports from BETA
• Continued hearing for ANRAD by Carl Rebello/Bell Farm Estates at 0 Milk Street (Map 17, lots 109, 135, 208)
• New hearing - Notice of Intent from Lee Castignetti/LBH Hunters Hill LLC to construct community center, parking, pool, sports courts at Hunters Hill (Map 21, Lots 6, 6A, 7A, 12, 23, Map 22, Lots 5 &6-02, Map 23, Lot 8)
• New hearing - Notice of Intent from Robert & Carol Nolette for barn and yard at 0 Maple Swamp Road (Map 1, Lot 9A)
• Review of draft Dighton Conservation Commission Bylaw Changes

The Dighton Conservation Commission held a regular meeting on July 17, 2024, and took several actions. It accepted a resignation, tabled a new member appointment, and continued multiple wetland-related hearings to August 15, 2024. The commission also approved several peer review fees for wetland delineation and Notice of Intent applications, and discussed ongoing enforcement cases.

• Approved May meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Accepted Jason LaChance's resignation from the Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Tabled new member appointment to August 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Continued ANRAD hearing for Dighton Energy Storage 1 to August 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $4,300 peer review for Bell Farm Estates ANRAD (unanimous)
• Approved $4,720 peer review for David E. Butler ANRAD (unanimous)
• Approved $1,920 peer review for T&A Realty Trust ANRAD (unanimous)
• Approved $7,150 peer review for East Point Energy ANRAD (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The Dighton Community Preservation Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on old and new business items. Key items include reviewing the results of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles, updating CPC projects and signage, and considering an application of eligibility from the Dighton Housing Authority. The meeting also covers approval of prior meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Review/Discuss/Act: Application of Eligibility – Dighton Housing Authority
• Review: Annual Town Meeting warrant articles – vote results
• Review/Discuss/Act: CPC projects update
• Review/Discuss/Act: CPC project signage
• Review/Discuss/Act: Approve prior meeting minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to sign motor vehicle abatements and rescinded abatements for FY2024, and review and approve minutes from previous meetings in April, May, and June. The meeting is routine with no major new business or public hearings.

• Sign Motor Vehicle Abatements
• Sign Motor Vehicle Rescinded Abatement FY2024
• Review and approve minutes from 4/24/24, 5/29/24, 6/5/24, 6/24/24

Stormwater Committee

The Dighton Stormwater Committee holds a regular meeting to organize by electing a chair and clerk. They will review project reports including a joint meeting with the Planning Board about the Brook Street Solar project and a PILOT agreement approved for MA CS/Araujo. Updates on the Blue Wave Solar projects at Tremont and Middle Streets will be provided, and the committee will approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Elect chair and clerk (Item 4)
• Joint meeting with Planning Board on Brook Street Solar (Item 5a)
• PILOT agreement for MA CS/Araujo approved (Item 5b)
• Blue Wave Solar projects at Tremont and Middle Streets – site visit update (Item 5a under Active)
• Approval of minutes from April 17, May 15, and June 5, 2024 (Item 10)

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee will meet to discuss and act upon a major modification request for Brook Street Solar. This follows the committee's attendance at a Planning Board public hearing regarding the project.

• Review and action on Brook Street Solar major modification request

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss infrastructure costs and road naming for the Hunters Hill Subdivision and a permit extension for 1901 County Street. The board will also hold public hearings for special permit applications at 833 Williams Street and 893 Brook Street.

• Hunters Hill Subdivision: Proposal to change Miranda Way to Bayberry Drive and a $57,410 cost estimate to complete Boxwood Lane construction
• 1901 County Street: Request for a one-year extension of a special permit for 16 market rate apartments
• 833 Williams Street: Public hearing for a special permit application
• 893 Brook Street: Public hearing for a special permit and site plan review modification
• 14 Maris Lane: Review of water and drainage problems

Electric Light District

The scheduled July 17, 2024 meeting of the Dighton Electric Light District Board was cancelled; no items were discussed or decided. The agenda had included a presentation on distribution charges in lieu of taxes, approval of minutes and vendor warrants, FY24 budget transfers, and board reorganization.

• Meeting cancelled — no actions taken
• Presentation by Matthew Costa on distribution charges in lieu of taxes was planned
• Approval of May monthly and annual meeting minutes was on the agenda
• FY24 budget transfers and board reorganization were listed as new business

North Dighton Fire District

The board is meeting to approve spending warrants and review administrative reports. Discussions include the status of a lead service line project and the development of a hydrant maintenance program.

• Approval of Warrant #25 (FY2024) for $844.57
• Approval of Warrant #1 (FY2025) including $6,715 for insurance and $1,032 for workers' compensation
• Review of July commercial billings totaling $1,143.25
• MassDEP Project Approval Certificate for Lead Service Line project
• Update on installation of remaining Zenner Meters

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss updates from the architect and project manager and review the 30% design drawings for the library building. The board will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and set the next meeting date.

• Architect and project manager scope updates
• Review and input on 30% design drawings
• Approve minutes of June 25, 2024 meeting
• Set next meeting date

Board of Health

The Board of Health will reorganize its membership and welcome new members. The board is scheduled to review and act upon job descriptions for the Health Agent and Town Nurse.

• Reorganization of the Board
• Recognition of Stacy Ferry as Animal Control Officer
• Review and action on Health Agent job description
• Review and action on Town Nurse job description

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and Board of Health are holding a special meeting to interview and appoint a new Board of Health member. The board will also review a police union memorandum of understanding and end-of-year financial transfers.

• Interviews and appointment for Board of Health member
• Re-vote on Bristol County Agricultural High School Debt Exclusion Question
• Memorandum of Understanding for Police Officers Local 1306
• End-of-Year Line-Item Transfers
• Employee Vacation Carry-Over Requests

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Library Board of Trustees will discuss progress regarding 207 Main Street and its scheduled 2025 grand opening. The meeting also includes updates on by-laws, personnel, and the Library Director evaluation process.

• 207 Main Street project and 2025 grand opening updates
• Library Director evaluation process update
• Personnel update for Circulation Librarian
• By-law updates
• Visit by Congressman Jake Auchincloss

Taunton River Stewardship Council (TRSC)

The Taunton River Stewardship Council is reviewing updates from regional delegates and committees. The agenda includes a financial update and funding requests for the Community Grants Program. The council will also discuss the Comprehensive Conservation & Management Plan.

• Community Grants Program financial update and funding requests
• Comprehensive Conservation & Management Plan (CCMP) discussion
• Update regarding a new delegate opening in Fall River

Commission on Disability

The Dighton Commission on Disability will meet to discuss an update regarding a lower level Town Hall threshold request. The agenda also includes an ADA Coordinator report and a discussion of the KMA report.

• ADA Coordinator report
• Update on lower level Town Hall threshold request
• Discussion of KMA report
• Review and approval of June 13, 2024 minutes

Board of Health

The meeting includes interviews for four candidates for the Board of Health position. The board will also review proposed interview questions and discuss an appointment by the Board of Selectmen. Other items include a re-vote on a debt exclusion question and police union memorandum reviews.

• Interviews for Board of Health candidates Jonathan Gale, Vincent Hebert, Leonard Hull, and Tammy Mello
• Re-vote on Bristol County Agricultural High School Debt Exclusion Question
• Memorandum of Understanding - Police Officers Local 1306
• End-of-year line-item transfers and employee vacation carry-over requests

Board of Selectmen

The Board will review the contract and swearing-in for a new Deputy Police Chief. Members will also discuss engineering services and material bids for the Main Street Improvements Project. The agenda includes updates on transfer station fees and West Nile virus alerts.

• Contract for Ryan L. Richards as Deputy Police Chief
• Engineering services contract with Granite City Partners for $156,300
• Estimated $436,000 total cost for Main Street Improvements Project
• New $30 Transfer Station sticker fee for Fiscal Year 2025
• Discussion of new traffic signals at Main and Elm Streets

Historical Commission

The Commission will discuss a community-wide survey of West Dighton properties and a related contract with Stacy Spies. The meeting also includes reviews of the FY25 budget and several historical preservation programs.

• Stacy Spies contract review
• Community wide survey of West Dighton Properties
• FY25 Budget review
• Walking Tour Pamphlet for National Register Districts
• Historical Marker Program

Trails Committee

The Dighton Trails Committee will review updates on the Broadcove Nature Trail Boardwalk project funding request. The meeting also includes discussions on the DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk and FY2025 budget plans.

• Update on 2024 ATM vote for Broadcove Nature Trail Boardwalk project funding
• Status of DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk project
• Status of pet waste dispensers at Broadcove Nature Trail
• Town Hall Trailhead MassTrails grant closeout
• FY2025 Budget Plans

Housing Authority

The Dighton Housing Authority will discuss administrative appointments and construction project updates. The agenda also includes a review of the April 2024 treasurer's report and resident services.

• Appointment of Executive Director as Contract Administrator
• $1,000 accounting fee for 689 Bathroom Project
• Completion of Electrical Upgrade Project
• Notice to residents regarding lease changes

250th Anniversary Committee

The Dighton 250th Anniversary Committee is meeting to review the June 3, 2024 minutes. The agenda includes discussions on budget planning regarding sponsorships, grants, and publicity. Members will also discuss event planning for 2025 and 2026.

• Review of June 3, 2024 minutes
• Budget planning for sponsorships, grants, and publicity
• Event planning for 2025
• Event planning for 2026 including reenactment details
• Update on community groups and contacts

Open Space Committee

The committee will discuss interaction with other town committees and review action items from the 2021-2028 Open Space & Recreation Plan. Members will also address committee roles for fiscal year 2025.

• Review of Open Space & Recreation Plan 2021-2028 Action Items
• Discussion on Open Space Action Item Priorities
• Selection of FY '25 Committee Roles (Chair and Clerk)
• Approval of minutes from January, February, and June 2024

Water District

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss water rates, backflow device survey fees, and a potential water moratorium. The agenda includes the election of a new Chairman and Clerk, as well as updates on several well projects. The board will also consider cyber insurance protection and an AT&T request for proposal.

• Action on water rates and backflow device survey fees
• Discussion of a water moratorium
• Election of Board Chairman and Clerk
• Review of AT&T Request for Proposal
• Updates on Brook Street Well, MIU Repair, and Cedar IA Replacement Well

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider appointing a new Deputy Police Chief and a member for the Commission on Disability. The meeting also addresses upcoming changes to Transfer Station sticker fees and debris disposal rules effective July 1, 2024. Additionally, the board will review ethics disclosures and end-of-year budget transfers.

• Appointment of Ryan Richards as Deputy Police Chief
• New $30 Transfer Station sticker fee starting July 1, 2024
• Changes to Transfer Station debris disposal rules effective July 1, 2024
• Proposed hiring of temporary Board of Health clerical support
• End-of-year budget transfers for storm water and Town Administrator

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider appointing Ryan Richards as Deputy Police Chief and Cynthia Boland to the Commission on Disability. The meeting includes discussions on new Transfer Station sticker fees and disposal restrictions effective July 1, 2024. The board will also review ethics disclosures and end-of-year budget transfers.

• Appointment of Ryan Richards as Deputy Police Chief
• New Transfer Station sticker fees and disposal rules effective July 1, 2024
• Appointment of Cynthia Boland to the Commission on Disability
• Request for Open Space Committee Facebook page
• Junk Dealer's License review for Joseph Frizado

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to sign various real estate and personal property warrants for fiscal year 2024. This includes commitments for the Electric, Water, and Fire Districts, as well as CPA funds. The board will also review specific real estate and CPA abatements.

• Sign FY2024 Real Estate Abatement of $1,320.12
• Sign FY2024 CPA Abatement of $13.20
• Sign motor vehicle abatements for FY2023 and FY2024
• Sign warrants/commitments for FY2024 real estate (Electric, Water, Fire, and CPA districts)
• Sign warrants/commitments for FY2024 personal property (Electric, Water, and Fire districts)

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District will meet to approve the June 5th meeting minutes and Warrant #24. The agenda also includes reviewing billings for a house sale at 876 Autumn St and discussing correspondence regarding a contract with Woodard & Curran.

• Approval of June 5th meeting minutes
• Approval of Warrant #24
• Billing for house sale at 876 Autumn St
• Correspondence regarding a contract with Woodard & Curran

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Building Committee and Board of Trustees will hold a joint meeting to discuss updates regarding the architect and project manager scope. The agenda also includes discussions on the Town Administrator transition and membership for the FY25 Building Committee.

• Architect and project manager scope updates
• Town Administrator transition
• FY25 Building Committee membership
• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review a Phase I status update for Stonegate Landing, LLC on the westerly side of Somerset Avenue. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application for 2120 Water Street. Other business includes clerical union transfers and surplus equipment disposal.

• Status update of Phase I for Stonegate Landing, LLC
• Special Permit Application for 2120 Water Street
• End of Year Transfer for Clerical Union
• Disposal of surplus HON 2 Drawer File Cabinet

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee will discuss the Superintendent's evaluation and several policy revisions. The meeting also includes reviews of a first grade waiver request and a 2026 Europe field trip.

• Superintendent's Evaluation
• District Physician's Contract Renewal
• Policy revisions for meal charges, athletics, and wellness
• First Grade Waiver Request
• DRRHS Europe Trip request for April 2026

Dighton Economic Development Committee

The Dighton Development & Industrial Commission will discuss updates regarding proposed home business bylaw revisions. The meeting also includes reviews of marketing materials and potential actions regarding a new commission website.

• Proposed Home Business bylaw revisions update
• Business Spotlight interviews for Channel 9 Local Access and YouTube
• Marketing tri-fold pamphlet update
• Discussion regarding a DDIC-specific website
• Review of additional 2024 plans

Water District

The Dighton Water District Board of Commissioners will meet on June 24, 2024. The agenda includes an executive session regarding union contract negotiations with management personnel.

• Executive session for union contract negotiations involving Gary Willette and Nelson Carneiro

Sewer Commission

The Dighton Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet for regular business. The agenda includes reviewing a drain layer license and a connection permit, as well as discussing correspondence regarding ARPA funds.

• Drain Layer License for J. Clapp Construction
• Connection Permit for 167 Center Street
• Correspondence from Town Accountant Sirena Amaral regarding ARPA Funds
• Backflow Device Inspection from N. Dighton Fire/Water

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several new applications for single-family home construction and wetland delineations. The meeting also includes updates on energy storage, transmission line projects, and ongoing enforcement of wetland violations.

• New hearings for multiple single-family home constructions at Hunters Hill LLC properties
• Continued hearing for New Leaf Energy Storage 1, LLC at 0 Maynard Lane
• Peer review contract of $4,720 for wetland resource confirmation at 833 Williams Street
• Peer review proposal of $7,150 for wetland resource confirmation at 0 Oak Street
• Updates on enforcement orders and violations at locations including 2371 County Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will reorganize the board and review reports from various inspectors. The agenda includes discussing resignations for the Health Director, Board Chair, and Public Health Nurse. Members will also address water quality complaints and kennel licensing.

• Kennel license for 119 Sonnys Way
• Hart Street water quality complaint
• Resignations of Health Director, Board Chair, and Public Health Nurse
• Potential health concerns regarding farming at 2651 Pleasant St.
• Solid Waste Committee bag price increase

Board of Health

The Dighton Board of Health will meet to reorganize the board and review several administrative and health-related matters. Agenda items include discussing farming activities at 2651 Pleasant St, water quality complaints on Hart Street, and multiple staff resignations.

• Reorganization of the Board of Health
• Potential health concerns regarding farming at 2651 Pleasant St
• Resignations of Health Director James Aguiar Jr., Chairman Paul Pacheco, and Public Health Nurse Nicole Melo
• Hart Street water quality complaint
• Solid Waste Committee bag price increase

Board of Health

The Board of Health will reorganize its members and address the resignations of the Health Director, Board Chairman, and Public Health Nurse. The agenda also includes discussions regarding farming activities at 2651 Pleasant St. and water quality on Hart Street.

• Resignations of Health Director James Aguiar Jr., Chairman Paul Pacheco, and Nurse Nicole Melo
• Potential health concerns regarding farming at 2651 Pleasant St.
• Hart Street water quality complaint
• Kennel license for Candice Brasser at 119 Sonny's Way
• Solid Waste Committee bag price increase

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and Water District Commissioners will attend a presentation by Woodard & Curran/Raftelis regarding an Efficiency and Regionalization Evaluation. The meeting also includes a review of recommendations and steps to complete a project and close out a grant by June 30, 2024.

• Woodard & Curran/Raftelis presentation on Efficiency and Regionalization Evaluation
• Review of steps for project completion and grant close-out due June 30, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct an election of officers and discuss personnel updates. The meeting also includes updates on 207 Main Street and the Library Director evaluation process.

• Election of officers
• 207 Main Street updates
• Library Director evaluation process update
• July 4th weekend library hours
• Personnel update

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review personnel contracts and appointments to various town committees. The meeting includes discussions on the upcoming June 27 Special Town Meeting warrant and several year-end budget transfers. Residents are also notified of upcoming changes to Transfer Station fees and rules.

• Proposed contract with Interim Town Administrator
• Appointment of Abel Mariano and Leonard Hull to the Conservation Commission
• Transfer Station sticker fee increases effective July 1, 2024 ($30 for new stickers)
• Setting the warrant for the June 27, 2024 Special Town Meeting
• FY24 year-end budget transfers for police vests and street sweeping

Board of Selectmen

The Board will review a proposed contract for the Interim Town Administrator and provide updates on the permanent administrator search. They will also address upcoming changes to Transfer Station fees and debris disposal rules effective July 1.

• Proposed contract with Interim Town Administrator
• Transfer Station sticker fee increase to $30.00 for Fiscal Year 2025
• Appointment of Abel Mariano and Leonard Hull as Conservation Commission Associate Members
• FY24 year-end budget transfers for various town departments
• Setting a Special Town Meeting for June 27, 2024

Council on Aging

The Dighton Council on Aging will meet to review reports from Bristol Elder Services and the Director. The agenda includes a discussion and potential action regarding the COA Director’s contract and an outreach coordinator disclosure.

• Review, discussion, and action on the COA Director’s Contract
• Outreach Coordinator Disclosure
• Bristol Elder Services Report

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and the Library Building Committee will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes updates on architect and project manager scopes, budget updates, and the Town Administrator transition.

• Architect and project manager scope updates
• Town Administrator transition
• Budget updates
• Approval of May 30, 2024 meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The commission will discuss preservation planning for the Historical Marker Program and review the FY25 budget. The meeting also includes discussions on a walking tour pamphlet and an informational letter for North Dighton property owners.

• Review/discuss/act on Historical Marker Program
• FY24 balance, expenses, and FY25 budget review
• Walking Tour Pamphlet of National Register Districts
• Informational letter for North Dighton property owners
• Meeting with Stacy Spies regarding survey forms and recommendations

Water District

The Board of Commissioners will review financial conditions, superintendent reports, and various utility updates. The meeting includes potential actions regarding water rates, valve replacements, and payments for the Cedar 1A Replacement Well. Additionally, the board will hold elections for the Chairman and Clerk of Commissioners.

• Payments for Cedar 1A Replacement Well (Requisite #3 and #4)
• Treatment Plant Valve Replacement
• Water Rates/Back Flow Device Survey Fee changes
• Water Moratorium discussion
• Election of Chairman and Clerk of Commissioners

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review, discuss, and act on candidates for the Interim Town Administrator position. Candidates under consideration include Michael Gallagher, Peter Morin, and James Purcell. The board will also address finance matters related to the interim role.

• Appointment of Interim Town Administrator candidates: Michael Gallagher, Peter Morin, and James Purcell
• Interim Town Administrator finance matters

Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee will review the May 9, 2024, meeting minutes. The committee will also discuss developing eligibility guidelines, application windows, and award amounts for the fund. Additionally, members will consider a request to modify the municipal tax mailing insert.

• Review of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Development of fund eligibility guidelines and award amounts
• Promotion strategies for the Senior & Disabled Voluntary Tax Contribution Assistance Fund
• Request to Board of Selectmen to modify tax mailing insert

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee will attend a Planning Board public hearing regarding the Brook Street Solar Major Modification Request. The committee is scheduled to review, discuss, and act on this solar project.

• Brook Street Solar Major Modification Request (Planning Board Public Hearing attendance)
• Review/Discuss/Act - Brook Street Solar

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review a proposal from Bernard Lynch regarding Executive/Town Administrator search services. The board will also discuss prospective candidates for the Interim Town Administrator position.

• Proposal for Executive/Town Administrator Search Services by Bernard Lynch
• Review of prospective Interim Town Administrator candidates
• Approval of May 15 and May 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board will discuss the status of PILOT agreements and the elderly and disabled tax fund. Members are also scheduled to sign several FY2025 contracts, including those for George Sansoucy, Tyler, and NearMap. Additionally, the board may review FY2024 abatement applications during an executive session.

• Discussion of PILOT agreement status
• Signing of FY2023 and FY2024 motor vehicle abatements
• Signing of George Sansoucy appraisal contract for FY2025
• Signing of Tyler and NearMap contracts for FY2025
• Discussion of elderly and disabled tax fund

Planning Board

The Dighton Planning Board will consider a major modification for the Grasshopper Energy solar project at 893 Brook Street regarding stormwater basins. The board will also discuss water drainage issues at 14 Maris Lane and the release of maintenance bonds for the Hunters Hill Subdivision. Additionally, members will review end-of-year transfers for the Clerical Union.

• Special Permit modification for Grasshopper Energy (893 Brook Street) regarding stormwater basin redesign
• Release of 53G Funds and Homeowners Trust Maintenance Bond for Hunters Hill Subdivision
• Review of water/drainage problems at 14 Maris Lane
• End-of-year transfer for Clerical Union

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District Water Department will meet on June 5, 2024. The agenda includes the approval of May 15th and Annual minutes as well as Warrant #23. The meeting also features reports from the Treasurer and Superintendent.

• Approval of May 15th and Annual minutes
• Review of Warrant #23
• Treasurer's report
• Superintendent's report
• By-laws review

Open Space Committee

The committee will review a vacancy on the committee through June 26, 2024. Members will also discuss committee priorities and the addition of public input during motion discussions. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from several previous meetings.

• Reposting of a committee vacancy through June 26, 2024
• Discussion regarding committee priorities
• Proposal to add public input during discussion of motions
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 2023, November 2023, December 2023, April 2024, and May 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on June 4, 2024. The agenda includes discussing library hours for Monday, June 10th, and receiving Building Committee updates and potential votes.

• Library hours for Monday, June 10th
• Building Committee updates and votes as needed

Trails Committee

The Trails Committee will discuss a CPP funding request for the Broadcove Nature Trail Boardwalk project proposal. The meeting also includes a status update on the DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk project and a presentation regarding the Windphone Project.

• CPP funding request for Broadcove Nature Trail Boardwalk project proposal
• Status update on DRRHS Trailhead Kiosk project
• Windphone Project presentation and discussion

Housing Authority

The board will reorganize following the resignation of Treasurer Alice E. Souza. The meeting also includes discussions on HUD FY 2024 income limits and contract amendments for electrical and management services.

• $81,675 change order for electrical upgrade due to water infiltration
• $4,150 lease and management contract amendment for 1095 Somerset Avenue
• HUD FY 2024 income limits of $68,500 for one person and $78,250 for two persons
• Resignation of Treasurer Alice E. Souza
• Final completion of the 689 Bathroom Project

250th Anniversary Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss budget planning, including logo information and sponsorship opportunities. Members will review and act on event planning for 2024, 2025, and 2026.

• Budget planning for logo and sponsorships
• Event planning for 2024, 2025, and 2026
• Discussion of Dighton's Revolutionary Soldiers
• Update on community groups and contacts

Historical Commission

The Dighton Historical Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss specific area forms and survey notebooks. The body will also accept public input.

• Review/Discuss Mt. Hope Finishing Company Area Form
• Review/Discuss South Dighton Area form
• Review/Discuss Survey Notebooks

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold hearings on several wetland resource applications and review multiple property enforcement orders. The body is also discussing draft changes to commission bylaws and coordination between town permitting authorities.

• NEPCO transmission line asset refurbishment project hearing
• Peer review contract for 833 Williams Street in the amount of $4,720
• Peer review scope for 0 Williams Street in the amount of $8,300
• Review of draft Dighton Conservation Commission Bylaw changes
• Enforcement order discussion for 880 Hart Street

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the search process for the next Town Administrator, including the use of search firms and interim plans. The board will also consider legislation regarding the Town Administrator Special Act and a contract renewal for the town assessor.

• 3-year employment contract renewal for Assessor Stephanie Schecter
• Search process and search firm consideration for next Town Administrator
• Interim plans during the Town Administrator hiring process
• Town Administrator Special Act Legislation

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to determine the search process and interim plans for the next Town Administrator. The board will also consider a three-year employment contract renewal for Assessor Stephanie Schecter.

• 3-year renewal of employment contract for Assessor Stephanie Schecter
• Search process for next Town Administrator and consideration of search firms
• Interim plans during Town Administrator hiring process

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee will meet to review the DRiving Toward 2030 Strategic Plan and the renewal of the athletic trainer's contract. The body will also select an at-large member for the MSBA School Building Committee and process donations for three schools. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• Renewal of the Athletic Trainer's contract
• DRiving Toward 2030 Strategic Plan
• MSBA School Building Committee At-Large selection
• Donations for Beckwith Middle School, Dighton Middle School, and DRRHS Media Studies Program
• Collective bargaining strategy for Local 272 and DRRTA

Water District

The Dighton Water District Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and act on several operational items. Key topics include infrastructure recommendations and system maintenance.

• Elm Street Tank recommendations
• Dighton Fire Association Touch-A-Truck
• System flushing
• Meter tampering

Water District

The Dighton Water District will meet to decide on appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Voters will consider the annual operating budget, debt redemption, and several capital purchases.

• Appropriation of $1,927,052.00 for District charges and assessments
• Appropriation of $654,514.87 for redemption of District Bonds and Notes
• Appropriation of $70,000.00 to purchase a utility truck
• Appropriation of $35,000.00 for modulating actuators at the Water Treatment Plant
• Petitions to accept land parcels belonging to Brian and Nancy DaSilva (1.17 acres) and Joseph and Debra Otis (4.23 acres) into the District

Board of Health

The Board of Health and Board of Selectmen are holding a joint special meeting to interview five candidates for a Board of Health position. The bodies will review interview questions and act on an appointment to the board.

• Interviews for Board of Health Member: Barbara Catabia, Jonathan Gale, Joanne Oliveira, Richard Gunther, and Kyle Dimond
• Review and action on proposed Board of Health interview questions
• Appointment by the Board of Selectmen to the Board of Health

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will conduct interviews and make appointments for the Board of Health and the Elementary School Building Committee. The board will also review the Annual Town Meeting warrant and a pilot agreement amendment for 1401 Williams Street.

• Interviews and appointments for Board of Health and Elementary School Building Committee
• MSBA Initial Compliance Certification review
• Proposed employment contract for Town Assessor Stephanie Schecter
• Pilot Agreement Amendment for 1401 Williams Street, Map 12, Lot 25
• Transfer Station sticker fee increase to $30.00 effective July 1, 2024

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will conduct interviews for a Board of Health member and the Elementary School Building Committee. The board will also review the June 10 Annual Town Meeting warrant and a proposed employment contract for the Town Assessor.

• Interviews for Board of Health member: Barbara Catabia, Jonathan Gale, Joanne Oliveira, Richard Gunther, and Kyle Dimond
• Interviews for Elementary School Building Committee: Ruth Adams-Teixeira, Aimee McGurn, Robert Perry, Kevin Smith, Jr., and Allisha Wilson
• Transfer Station stickers for Fiscal Year 2025 will cost $30.00 starting July 1, 2024
• Proposed renewed employment contract for Town Assessor Stephanie Schecter
• Pilot Agreement Amendment for 1401 Williams Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review and act on overdue balances for trash bag vendors and potential health concerns related to farming activities at 2651 Pleasant St. The board will also consider a waiver for Poppasquash Pool.

• Overdue Trash Bag Vendor Balances
• Health concerns regarding farming activities at 2651 Pleasant St.
• Poppasquash Pool Waiver

Water District

The Dighton Water District will hold a meeting to vote on a single article. The body is tasked with choosing a Water Commissioner for a three-year term.

• Election of a Water Commissioner for a three-year term

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to conduct regular business and reorganize the board. The commission will review a connection permit and address correspondence regarding a hose and pool fill issue.

• Connection permit for 823 Prospect St.
• Letters from 284 Bay lies St. regarding hose issue and pool fill
• New England Safety Systems rate change letter
• Generator reports from Power Products
• FY Year End Forms

Library Board of Trustees

The Dighton Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to elect officers and approve April minutes. Discussions will cover director evaluations, equipment purchases, and service adjustments like hours for the June 1 Cow Chip Festival. The board will also review progress toward the 207 Main Street location's 2025 grand opening.

• Election of board officers
• Update on furniture, fixtures, and equipment purchases
• Library Director evaluation process update
• Adjusted library hours for the June 1 Cow Chip Festival
• Progress report on the 207 Main Street 2025 grand opening

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will conduct its annual public meeting. The session includes member introductions and a CPA overview presentation.

• CPA overview slide show
• Public input session

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review Annual Town Meeting warrant articles and project signage. The body will also hold an executive session to consider the value or purchase of real property at 2815 Pleasant St.

• Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
• Discussion and action on CPC projects signage
• Executive session regarding real property at 2815 Pleasant St

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee will discuss engineering projects by Weston & Sampson and updates on solar projects. The body will also coordinate meeting dates with the Board of Selectmen and the Planning Board.

• Weston & Sampson Engineering Projects: Brook Street Solar
• Weston & Sampson Engineering Projects: MA CS/Araujo
• Blue Wave Solar: Tremont and Middle Streets Projects
• Planning Board Meeting scheduled for June 5, 2024

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss and act on FY25 budget recommendations and the placement of Town Meeting warrant articles. The meeting includes a joint session with the Finance Committee to review these financial recommendations.

• FY25 Budget Recommendations and Town Meeting warrant articles
• Police Union Memorandum of Understanding
• Disclosure of Interest for Laura Medeiros, Council on Aging Office Manager
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining for Firefighters Local 4332, Police Officers Local 306, and Dispatchers/Communications Employees

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss changing the senior exemption age to 65, one PILOT agreement, and a new contract for the Town Assessor. The board also intends to sign various real estate and property abatements and exemptions for FY 2023 and FY 2024.

• Discussion on changing senior exemption age to 65
• Discussion of Town Assessor's new contract
• Signing of Motor Vehicle Abatements FY 2023 and FY 2024
• Signing of Real Estate Exemptions and Abatements FY 2024
• Review and action on FY 2024 Abatement Applications in Executive Session

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss FY25 budget recommendations and the placement of Town Meeting Warrant articles. The body will also review a memorandum of understanding for the police union and a financial interest disclosure for a Council on Aging employee.

• FY25 Budget Recommendations and Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Police Union Memorandum of Understanding regarding the Administrative Sergeant position
• Disclosure of Interest for Laura Medeiros, Council on Aging Office Manager
• Proposed elimination of three-hour parking on the north side of Park Street
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining for Firefighters Local 4332, Police Officers Local 306, and Dispatchers/Communications Employees

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District is holding an annual election on May 15, 2024. Voters will decide on one article regarding the district's leadership.

• Election of a Prudential Committee Member for a three-year term

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District will hold its Annual Meeting to decide on the FY2025 budget and fund transfers. Voters will consider appropriations for operations, water purchases, and system repairs.

• Vote to raise and appropriate $391,655 for FY2025 expenses
• Appropriation of $187,000 for water purchases
• Proposed transfer of $40,000 from Free Cash for system capital improvements
• Proposed transfer of $20,000 from Free Cash to reduce FY2025 district taxes
• Vote to ratify all acts and doings of district officers and agents for the past fiscal year

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will meet to appoint a new chair and review a volunteer application from Herb Morais. The committee will also discuss meeting frequency and review the Dighton Open Space and Recreation Plan 2021-2028.

• Appointment of a new chair
• Volunteer application from Herb Morais
• Review of Dighton Open Space and Recreation Plan 2021-2028
• Discussion on committee meeting frequency

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review the FY24 balance and the FY25 budget. The board is scheduled to discuss preservation planning and the 'Preserving Memories of Dighton' project.

• FY24 balance and FY25 budget
• Preserving Memories of Dighton project
• Walking Tour Pamphlet of Dighton's National Register Districts
• Historical Marker Program
• Informational letter for North Dighton Property Owners

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District School Committee will meet to review updates to the Unified Student Handbook for the 2024-25 school year. The body will also discuss school choice and select members for the School Building Committee.

• Unified Student Handbook updates for 2024-25 school year
• MSBA selections for School Building Committee
• Discussion on School Choice data
• Review of Open Meeting Law Complaint
• Donations for CTE Automotive, Districtwide, and Palmer River Elementary School

250th Anniversary Committee

The committee is meeting to review and act on event outlines for 2024, 2025, and 2026. Members will also discuss a suggested list of ideas from March 4 and update community group contacts. The meeting includes a session for budget planning.

• Events outline for 2024
• Events outline for 2025
• Events outline for 2026
• Budget planning
• Community groups and contacts update

Taunton River Stewardship Council (TRSC)

The council will receive updates from various delegates and committees. The meeting includes a financial update and a review of funding requests for the Community Grants Program.

• Community Grants Program financial update and funding requests
• Delegate updates from National Parks Service and Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
• Discussion of an open delegate position in Fall River
• Mass Rivers Alliance Tour update

Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee will review and discuss eligibility guidelines, application windows, and award amounts. The committee also intends to identify ways to promote awareness of the fund.

• Review/discuss/act on April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Develop eligibility guidelines and award amounts for tax assistance
• Identify methods to promote awareness of the Senior & Disabled Voluntary Tax Contribution Assistance Fund

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review FY25 budget recommendations and proposed Town Meeting warrant articles. The meeting includes several appointments for town committees and discussions regarding various municipal facility requests and program updates.

• FY25 Budget Recommendations and Proposed Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Police Department interdepartmental transfer of $26,010.22 for video system replacement
• Rescinding the contract award for the Fire Station Feasibility Study
• Appointment of Leonard Hull, Jr. to the Open Space Committee
• Appointment of Jeff Carvalho as designee to the Southeastern Regional Planning & Economic Development District

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss and act on appointments for the Open Space Committee and regional planning and transportation groups. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel and collective bargaining strategy.

• Appointment of Leonard Hull, Jr. to the Open Space Committee
• Appointment of Jeff Carvalho to the Southeastern Regional Planning & Economic Development District
• Appointment of Thomas Ferry to the Joint Transportation Planning Group (JTPG)
• Appointment of Michael Mullen as alternate to the Joint Transportation Planning Group (JTPG)
• Executive session regarding Town Administrator and Dighton Firefighters Local 4332

Council on Aging

The Dighton Council on Aging will meet to review, discuss, and act on applicants for the Temporary Outreach Coordinator position. The meeting also includes reports from the Director and Bristol Elder Services.

• Review and action on Temporary Outreach Coordinator applicants

Electric Light District

The Dighton Electric Light District will hold its annual meeting to elect officers and determine the budget. Voters will decide on funding for current District expenses for FY2025.

• Election of Commissioner and Clerk for three-year terms
• Appropriation of money for FY2025 current District expenses
• Decision on whether to furnish a bond for the Treasurer

Electric Light District

The Dighton Electric Light District will meet to review vendor payments and correspondence regarding distribution charges in lieu of taxes. The board will discuss and act on street lights in the district that are not being taxed and the S1 designation of the street light inventory with National Grid.

• Approval of vendor for payment
• Correspondence from Matthew Costa, Gay & Gay regarding Distribution Charges in Lieu of Taxes
• Review and action on street lights in the district not being taxed
• Review and action on S1 Designation-Dighton Street Light Inventory with National Grid

Water District

The Dighton Water District Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial conditions and the superintendent's report. The board will view, discuss, and act on the annual district meeting warrant, budget, and water rates. Other items include infrastructure updates and a water moratorium.

• Annual District Meeting Warrant and Budget
• Water Rates and Back Flow Device Survey Fee
• Water Moratorium
• Cedar LA Replacement Well payments #3 and #4
• Treatment Plant Valve Replacement

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Library Building Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss progress on the library building project. Discussion topics include architect and project manager scope updates, the project budget, and furniture and equipment lists. The board will also address a shelving donation from New Bedford.

• Architect and project manager scope updates
• Project budget discussion
• Updates regarding proposed furniture, fixtures, and equipment
• New Bedford shelving donation
• Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss architectural updates for 207 Main Street and its 2025 grand opening. The meeting also includes updates regarding furniture, fixtures, and equipment purchases.

• Architectural updates for 207 Main Street
• Furniture, fixtures, and equipment purchase updates
• Library Director evaluation process update
• Library hours for Cow Chip Festival

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss and act on the FY25 departmental budget recommendations. The body will also work toward a consensus to balance the FY25 budget.

• FY25 Departmental Budget Recommendations
• Consensus to Balance FY25 Budget

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review water and drainage issues at 14 Maris Lane and a budget transfer request for Forest Hills Estates. The board will also consider a Form A and Special Permit application for 833 Williams Street.

• Public hearing: Special Permit application for 833 Williams Street (Map 8, Lots 20 and 21)
• Review of water/drainage problems at 14 Maris Lane (Map 9, Lot 57-9)
• End of Year Budget Transfer Request: Forest Hills Estates
• Form A Application: 833 Williams Street (Map 8, Lots 20 and 21)
• Discussion on coordination between Town Permitting Authorities and Project Inspections

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District Water Department will meet to approve minutes and warrants. The body will also review commercial billings and reports from the treasurer and superintendent.

• Approval of minutes from April 3rd meeting
• Approval of Warrant #21
• Review of May commercial bills
• Announcement of Annual Election Voting on May 15 from 4pm to 7pm
• Announcement of Annual Meeting on May 15 at 7pm

North Dighton Fire District

The North Dighton Fire District is notifying residents of the deadline to request placement on the ballot for the annual election. The election for a three-year term on the Prudential Committee will occur on May 15, 2024.

• Deadline to request placement on the ballot: April 30, 2024
• Annual Election for Prudential Committee: May 15, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Building Committee and Library Board of Trustees will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes discussions on the project budget and updates regarding the architect and project manager's scope. Members will also review a shelving donation from New Bedford.

• Architect and project manager scope updates
• Project budget discussion with Library Trustees
• New Bedford shelving donation
• Updates regarding proposed list of furniture, fixtures, and equipment
• Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Capital Outlay Committee

The committee will review and score capital budget requests for fiscal year 2025. Members will discuss the overall capital plan and determine recommendations for the Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee.

• Scoring of FY25 Capital Budget Requests
• Discussion of Overall Capital Plan
• Recommendations to Board of Selectmen/Finance Committee

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to review and act on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget recommendations and warrant articles. The agenda also includes an evaluation of the Town Administrator and an executive session regarding collective bargaining.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Review and Recommendations
• Review of Warrant Articles
• Town Administrator Evaluation
• Executive session on collective bargaining for Dighton Officers Local 306, Dighton Firefighters Local 4332, and Dighton Communication/Dispatch Employees

Historical Commission

The Dighton Historical Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss two specific area forms. These items concern the Mt. Hope Finishing Company area and the Brick Area.

• Review/Discuss MHC letter regarding Mt. Hope Finishing Company Area Form
• Review/Discuss Brick Area Form

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss options for a balanced FY2025 budget, including potential cuts and the use of free cash. The board will also review and act on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant and various municipal appointments.

• FY2025 Budget: Proposal to fund $200K of $217K B-P Capital Debt Assessment with free cash
• Main Street Drainage, Roadway and Sidewalk Reconstruction: Review of quotes from Granite City Partners and Woodard and Curran
• Proposed updated transfer and sticker fees effective July 1, 2024
• Fiber installation contract with Taunton Municipal Light Plant
• Junk Dealer's License application for Joseph Frizado, 180 Cobbs Lane

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget options and a $200,000 capital debt assessment. The meeting also includes discussions on road reconstruction quotes and various municipal appointments.

• Proposed updated transfer and sticker fees effective July 1, 2024
• Main Street drainage, roadway, and sidewalk reconstruction project cost estimates
• Fiscal Year 2025 budget update including a $200,000 capital debt assessment
• Appointment of Christopher Caron as a part-time Public Safety Dispatcher
• Fiber installation contract with Taunton Municipal Light Plant

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review various tax abatements for motor vehicles and real estate. The meeting includes discussions regarding changing the age for senior exemptions and reviewing two PILOT agreements.

• Review, discussion, and action on changing the age of senior exemptions to 65-year-old
• Review, discussion, and action on two PILOT agreements
• Sign Motor Vehicle Abatements for FY 2023 and FY 2024
• Sign Real Estate Abatements for FY 2024 (including CPA, Electric District, and Water District)
• Discussion of Town Assessor's new contract